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Comment on Swanage – June by crampon pete

crampon pete — Sat, 26 May 2012 18:24:58 +0000

Yes, that is right. Patrick is going on Friday so you amy be able to arrange a lift share. I think he would like to get there earlier? Contact him for a chat. Pete

Comment on Peak District – May by crampon pete

crampon pete — Sat, 26 May 2012 18:22:14 +0000

I always thought a bonus was something people got as an unexpected surprise. Oh! that will be right then!!

Comment on Peak District – May by Patrick

Patrick — Sat, 26 May 2012 18:03:56 +0000

It was a another great RoCs trip with climbing on all days, even if with numb fingers at Stanage! Froggatt was as superb as ever and the extended walk in was just a bonus!

Comment on Swanage – June by Patrick

Patrick — Sat, 26 May 2012 17:56:54 +0000

I was planning to go down on Friday. If anyone is able to get down early then we could get in a days climbing as well. I would not mind a visit to Subluminal or Cattle Troughs at some stage if anyone is interested.

Comment on Swanage – June by DaveT

DaveT — Sat, 26 May 2012 10:40:52 +0000

Hello
I also plan to get there around 6/7, silly question but is BH19 3HN the right postcode for the campsite?
Thanks

Comment on Swanage – June by crampon pete

crampon pete — Fri, 25 May 2012 14:40:46 +0000

I plan to get to Toms Field about 6:30 -7:00 Friday, so should be there for a few beers in the Square and Compass, ready to wobble back for a clear head-bury climb on Saturday.

Comment on The thrills and spills of camping by crampon pete

crampon pete — Fri, 25 May 2012 14:37:18 +0000

Here is the picture to justify the new tent!! It has now been converted to a cooking shelter.

Comment on Peak District – May by Mike Hood

Mike Hood — Thu, 24 May 2012 09:06:17 +0000

Just a not to say thanks to Pete for putting in the time to organise the trip and Patrick for taking the time to pass on some of his knowledge. I had a great weekend and like stu probably some of the best I have experienced. Much appriciated, Thanks!

Comment on Swanage – June by crampon pete

crampon pete — Wed, 23 May 2012 12:25:24 +0000

Hi David,
A climbing helmet, belay device, (and maybe a sling and an extra Karibinner or two or a couple of snap links, to make yourself safe if required.) These last items are not essential, but good to have for future trips outside. I can bring some exra climbing helmets along if you do not have one yet. Also required, good sense of twisted humour and room for some good food and Beer.
Pete

Comment on Peak District – May by crampon pete

crampon pete — Wed, 23 May 2012 12:10:28 +0000

Hope everyone had a good time. I certainly enjoyed climbing in my faviurite place with so many RoCs friends, and having such a laugh in the pub in the evenings. Thursday and Friday certainly pushed me to the limit with Patrick at Laurencefield Quarry and Burbage North. That was why I left my guide book at both crags on 2 seperate days, and we had to return to each one in the evening for it! Either that or senility is kicking in?? Stanage was challenging in the cold, and Froggatt was as usual, really good fun and a great way to end the week end, despite the “extra” walk in (about an extra mile according to our trusted guide Patrick). Only marred for me when I tripped/slid and fell heavily with a full sac of climbing gear and smashed my arm on a rock when walking/scrambling out from the crag. Nothing broken but loads of blood and a bruise later. Thanks to Jenny for stopping my fall and helping with first aid (hope I did not hurt you) and to Patrick for assistance in applying large amounts of plasters and taking a picture of my injury bleeding everywhere for the record!! (probably to be seen on my Facebook page soon).

Looking forward to Swanage in June. Pete