East Ridge, North Top, Stob Ban

Ken: Fortunately, last night’s snowfall didn’t quite reach the Highlands, as we certainly don’t need any more snow for the time being! Cammy and I waded our way up to the East Ridge of the North Top of Stob Ban, and as the lower buttress looked easier to reach, we started our climbing there. This gave a few short but interesting pitches of about grade III climbing, before gaining the main ridge above.

With the sheer volume of snow, some of the difficulties were completely buried, but at least the turf was completely frozen throughout. Cammy enjoyed the climbing, and on topping out, we decided to head up to the summit of Stob Ban, before descending the north ridge.

It turned out to be a pleasantly social day up there, as we were joined by Alan, Barry and David. They were a little late to the trail breaking party first thing this morning, but helped towards the end of the route, and put in a track down the north ridge.