Birch, Rowan, Sphagnum, powerful running water under the route; a short delightful walk in; crampons taken off at the car....Not usually the words of Scottish Winter Climbing, but today was different. The winter of 2010 is different.

A crisp dawn start ensuring we are first on the route, but only just. Even so, the soft friendly ice ensures the atmosphere is convivial not confrontational. 6 short pitches, plenty of chat. Jamie throws a screw at us. Nice to see you!

The climbing is pleasant enough but today just being there is enough. Who needs the wire bridge crossing when the ice on the Nevis is set thick?

Back in the gorge, thin, ephemeral ice, on top-rope, we all fall off, we all have a laugh.

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