In reply to Mick Ryan - UKClimbing.com:
Boot Boys is 8a+ (some say 8b), not 8a as stated by the news item.
It's generally considered to be one of the hardest, gnarliest at it's grade in the peak.
I agree. Boot Boys is no way 8a. I wouldn't argue with 8B, as in my opinion it is harder than revelations. It really is a fantastic effort by Lucy, espceiialy being so short, i presume she had to pull on the mono rather than lanking the start.
The stuff in France will be a walk in the park compared to this. Just hope that Lucy can get an 8C done. I really hope she isn't reluctant to try one.