In reply to The Watch of Barrisdale:
> Hopefully a few times this coming week,Dave. Unfortunately few signs if settled weather for what remains of this "winter"
At least the ground's been pretty dry before today's soaking - I was out Ochiling on Wed and in the woods above Bridge of Allan on Thurs and both times was surprised by how firm and non-muddy the paths were. If it's the same further north that should help with any firming-up ahead of freezing.
I've not had the crampons on either, nor even the big boots as yet - had three Munro days and a Ledi outing in January, all in the Mudclaws.