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Desert Island Climbs #3: Andy Cave

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 UKC Articles 21 May 2015
Janus, 4 kbIt's Andy Cave's turn to select his eight favourite climbs from around the world. Beginning in the depths of the Yorkshire coal mines and rising to Himalyan peaks, Andy's climbing journey has included a mixture of disciplines, styles and locations which is well reflected in his eclectic choice of career-defining routes.

Read more at http://www.ukclimbing.com/articles/page.php?id=7348
 Tyler 21 May 2015
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"My first proper season in the Alps, 1986, was successful"

Bit of an understatement! It looks like he did most people's lifetime tick list:

"Col du Plan N face solo, Bonnati Pillar Dru, Freney Pillar directissima Mt Blanc, Brenva Spur, Gervasutti Pillar, Mt Blanc du Tacul, Walker Spur, Droites N face, Eiger N face"
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 Rob Parsons 21 May 2015
In reply to Tyler:

> "My first proper season in the Alps, 1986, was successful"

> Bit of an understatement!

Yes - must try harder, young feller!

> "Col du Plan N face solo, Bonnati Pillar Dru, Freney Pillar directissima Mt Blanc, Brenva Spur, Gervasutti Pillar, Mt Blanc du Tacul, Walker Spur, Droites N face, Eiger N face"

However, UKC editors please note that the correct spelling is 'Walter *Bonatti*'. This matters: it's not pedantry; it's a question of respect.
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