I'll be out in the Alps from 23 June to 18 August. You too? Let's link up then!
I'm trying to finish off the French "list des courses" for the guiding entrance exam next Spring so would be most interested in trad rock routes 250-350m 6a/TD (so Refuge des Envers or Cosmiques, Grand Capucin, etc.) or alpine/mixed climbs that meet the ENSA criteria (Matterhorn traverse, Grands Jorasses / Rochefort traverse, Gran Paradiso North Face etc.).
For a variety of reasons, the best for me would be fun, safe climbs that "just barely" meet the criteria, with short approaches, ticked off one per day, with high chance to finish, good pro, laughs and banter at the belay ledges, sunshine and lots of photos, finish in time for evening beers on the terrace. I'm not your man for harder climbs or more epic adventures on this trip - partly because I'm feeling pressure to get this list sorted ASAP and the clock is ticking fast...
For pure rock routes, I'm equally happy to lead everything or swap leads - you need to at least be able to follow 6A cracks and slabs and she'll be alright. For the alpine routes, I'm less experienced so would more want someone that already has experience at the AD/D level and is comfortable moving quickly and free soloing easier sections.
I have all the gear and a car, and while Chamonix is very convenient for this sort of thing, the Dolomites, Cervinia, Grindlewald, are also just a short drive away and exploring new areas can be fun too.
Thanks and have a great day! ++++++++
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