Claire and Ian have found some ice

Dream team

Claire and Ian are back for another instalment of winter. In previous trips with me they have done the CMD arete, Ledge Route and Curved Ridge. This time we kicked of with the Aonach Eagach which was in superb condition. The cloud was in low but as we neared the end, it cleared for spectacular views along the ridge. Day two we climbed Number 3 Gully Buttress on Ben Nevis which was great with a nice ice pitch at the start. Our final day, warm and wet, didn't produce any pictures. Despite the poor weather, we climbed North Buttress on Buachaille Etive Mor which was essentially a very wet experience but equally very satisfying. Hopefully I will see them both again soon, especially and Claire has unfinished business on the Cuillin Ridge! ;)