Best Climbing Experience Any time I push my grade successfully, do better than I expected, have lovely weather, or do a fantastic route regardless of grade. E.g. Scoop Face, my first HVS; Merlin Direct, done with a cold as a "warm up"; November 2010 in the Peak District, unexpectedly warm; Hargreaves Original, great route, not the hardest ever, good pro but nevertheless scary in places and what amazing moves!