Rivelin Evening Meet.

Paul and me were first to arrive to take advantage of the fine late summers evening. We started with an old favourite Croton Oil (HVS 5a) on the needle. This is one of the best HVS routes in the peak with some nice moves in exposed situations and a finish on a proper summit.

 Paul leading Croton Oil

Christine arrived as we completed the abseil from the needle. I then led Face Climb No.2 (VS 4c) this is basically unprotected but I popped a side runner in Jelly Baby to protect the moves onto the sandy top ledges.

Paul then led Blizzard Ridge (HVS 5a) another three star HVS with spaced protection and airy moves.

 Paul high on Blizzard Ridge.

Christine following Blizzard ridge as dusk falls.

We left well satisfied that we had made the best of the short evening.