Publisher's Synopsis
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. The two volumes are sold together.
- 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
