In reply to UKC Articles: I'm presently recovering from having broken my ankle, tibia & phibia snapped and hip pulled out of joint..... Crampon bit in after I'd fallen while exiting a cornice. I've been ice climbing for almost 30 years and had only fallen on steep ice befor and that was protected by solid pegs. Not sure exacly how far I fell befor my crampon bit in but I suspect it was about 20ft, I continued to fall a further 30/40 ft befor I stopped. Good belay and belayer!!!!
I got first class assistance from the aonach mor rescue team, lochaber mountain rescue, RAF and various nurses and doctors...my sincere thanks to all involved.
Never thought I'd be taken out by a cornice!