Skye's Cuillin Ridge Traverse
Strategies, advice, detailed topo booklet and 10 classic scrambles
Tags
Strategies, advice, detailes topo booklet and 10 classic scrambles
This two-volume guidebook provides detailed coverage of the iconic Cuillin Ridge, a 12km traverse on the Isle of Skye. Over two volumes, this guide covers everything needed to prepare for and complete a successful traverse over this spectacular ridge. Showcasing the main traverse and the other classic scrambles in the area, both volumes feature official Harvey mapping, numbered topos and corresponding detailed route description.
The first volume provides notes on training, gear and logistics, alongside 10 classic scrambles that can be used as practice routes for the traverse of the whole ridge. This volume also includes in-depth route description and advice for completing the traverse in winter. The second volume focuses on the traverse itself and is the perfect booklet to carry while attempting to complete this renowned scramble. Across ten sections, it explains step by step how to tackle the ridge, as well as providing easier climbing alternatives (Cuillin Ridge Light) for the harder climbing sections.
The ridge can be completed in one or two days, either as TRIAD (the ridge in a day) or CREST (Cuillin Ridge Expedition Style Traverse). The first volume provides advice about which approach to choose, as well as a list of bivi sites on the Ridge for those who choose the CREST option. By also providing an appendix of further reading and useful webcams, this guide offers everything needed to get inspired and get out on the Cuillin Ridge.
Pages/Seitenzahl: 144
Size/Maße: 17.2 x 11.6 x 0.9cm
Weight/Gewicht: 300g
A guidebook to the Isle of Skye’s Cuillin Ridge Traverse. This 2-volume set is a comprehensive guide to planning and completing this challenging and technical 12km scramble, typically done in 1-2 days. With a route that includes scrambling sections to Grade 3, technical climbs to Severe and a handful of abseils, a head for heights, technical skill and mental and physical stamina are needed.
Volume 1 contains planning and logistics information, training notes, recommended gear list and safety tips. Volume 2 focuses on the traverse itself, across 10 sections a step-by-step guide to traversing the ridge is given with full route description, Harvey mapping and photo topos.
- Harvey mapping and photo topos
- In-depth route description and advice for completing the traverse in winter
- Volume 2 is perfectly sized to carry with you during the traverse
- 10 classic Cuillin scrambles are also included that can be used as practice routes
- Easier climbing alternatives (Cuillin Ridge Light) are provided for the harder climbing sections
Weight:
300 g
Author:
Publisher:
Series:
Product Type:
Books
Language:
English
EAN:
9781786310439
Pages:
144
hoehe_mm:
172
breite_mm:
116
Year of publication:
2020
Continent: Europe
Country: United Kingdom (Great Britain)
State / Province: Scotland
Places / Mountains / Lakes: Cuillin Hills, Drynoch
Categories: Outdoor, Hiking Guides