In reply to Richard Bradley:
Just a point. Ruth Jenkins at 5"1 never managed to do flying Butress Direct (HVS) - for obvious reasons, but it didn't stop her climbing 8b. Horses for courses. The routes Dal did are all classics, solid in the grade, and requiring different strengths. One is pure power endurance, the others require a fair amount of stamina. Very few women in the UK are currently operating at this grade, so to nail your 3 projects, 8a and above, within the space of two weeks is seriously impressive. I'd say you witnessed a very fit and versitile climber having one of those experiences we've all had on our off days....the ones you'd rather not be reminded of....I know I have. For just such an example see the story "The Day I Got Spanked by a Severe" which about sums it up. (link below)
http://www.mournesclimbers.com/modules.php?name=News
Yeh, there is hope for us all or why would we bother.