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Lakeland Ascents & Highland Ascents provide professional courses, training and guiding for walkers, climbers and mountaineers in the high mountains of the UK and beyond. Subscribe for tips and technique videos on all aspects of summer and winter climbing and mountaineering.
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What do do when you drop your abseil or rappel device!
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One day you will drop your abseil or rappel device as you're about to abseil. Trust me! Here are 2 ways of getting yourself down safely. Has this ever happened to you? Want some professional training? Hit us up at: www.lakelandascents.co.uk
How to set up an abseil or rappel
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We teach you how to set up a retrievable abseil or rappel to allow you to descend safely. Including: How to keep yourself safe How to make an abseil plate extension How to join 2 ropes together How to use a prusik to 'hold the rope' while you attach your plate How to attach your plate And more! Like this? Please hit subscribe! Want some formal tuition? - head here: www.lakelandascents.co.uk
A really quick way of micro-adjusting your belay!
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Learn how to make a micro-adjustment to your belay and get things nice and equal in only a second. Hope it's helpful! Courses here too! www.lakelandascents.co.uk/courses-and-training/rock-climbing-courses/
How to equalise 3 anchors in your belay with 1 sling
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We show you how to equalise 3 anchors in your belay, using a short 120cm sling. Sometimes you're not going to want to use the rope to bring 3 pieces together - e.g., if you're block learning or guiding a friend. Here are 2 quick ways to bring together 3 pieces into one bomber belay, using just 1 of your 120cm slings. Want to see more? Just ask! Need a course... head here www.lakelandascents.co....
Recording of the live draw for our guided mountaineering competition
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Here's a recording of us pulling the winning name from the hat...
How to equalise anchors in your belay - 4 different ways
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We show you 4 ways to equalise 2 anchors, either in a 2 point belay or when you're looking to consolidate your gear together in a bigger setup. Note! If you're building a belay made out of JUST 2 anchors then they've both got to be absolutely perfect placements. Otherwise, add more! See our future videos to find out how.
CLOSED: WIN a day of guided mountaineering or rock climbing for 2!
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COMPETITION CLOSED - DRAW ON SUN 10 APRIL AT 3PM, UK TIME, LIVE ON INSTAGRAM (@lakelandascents) ⭐️ ⭐️ We're giving away a day of guided mountaineering or rock climbing for 2 people. Watch the video to see how to enter. Here's the form that the video refers to: forms.gle/qND7WhcSNifPsvfp6 To enter: 1: Subscribe! 2: Comment below! 3: Leave your email ad in this secure form so we can contact you: ...
How to take chest coils for mountaineering & scrambling. Taking and tying off mountaineering coils.
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We'll teach you how to take chest coils to shorten the rope for when you're mountaineering and scrambling. We also explain how to tie off the coils and throw in a couple of tips on how many coils to take and how to get that illusive lock-off knot right. Want some formal training? Make sure you check us out over at www.lakelandascents.co.uk/courses-and-training/scrambling-courses/
Our scrambling rack. What technical kit do I need to go scrambling?
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In this video we chat through the technical kit that we'd take on a Grade 2 or 3 scrambling or mountaineering route. So what wires, nuts, hexes, cams, slings, quickdraws, gates and more! Want to know how to use all this paraphernalia? Make sure you subscribe for more free instructional videos or, even better... join us on one of our bespoke courses: www.lakelandascents.co.uk/courses-and-trainin...
What Kit to Pack When Walking in the Mountains
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What's in our pack for a standard hill day? Check it out in this short video. What have we forgotten? What would you do differently? Let us know! Want to learn more? Try our navigation and hill skills courses over at Lakeland Ascents: www.lakelandascents.co.uk
How to fit crampons to your boots (and which crampons fit which boots)
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We explain the C1 to C3 crampon rating system, look at which type of crampons fit which type of boots and show you how to size and fit your crampons to your boots. Want to know what the B1-B3 boot rating system is? Curious about what kit you should carry when out winter mountaineering? Check out the other videos in this playlist for all the answers :) Still makes no sense? Hit up one of our cou...
Mountaineering boot ratings explained (what does B0 to B3 actually mean?)
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We explain what the B0 to B3 mountaineering boot rating system means, what terrain each type of boot is most suited for and what type of crampon you should go for. For info on crampon types and how to fit to your boots, click here: ua-cam.com/video/HtzoYyI5C28/v-deo.html What about the rest of the kit we use on the hill? Well, for a round up of what goes in our winter rucksack, go here: ua-cam....
Winter walking kit list - what to take winter walking & non-technical mountaineering
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A deep dive into the kit that we take with us for a day of non-technical winter mountaineering or winter walking in the high mountains of the UK. A quick note: we haven't talked about waterproof 'hardshell' jackets or trousers here as we would be wearing them from the start of our day, unless it's really bluebird weather! Want to know about boots too? Hit here ua-cam.com/video/B4U6hOEXk8w/v-deo...
Certainly in North America that ain’t scrambling, Sally. Roping up, placing gear and creating anchors with high consequence falls is fifth class, not fourth class scrambling.
Just definitions. As long as you're having a great day out, who cares what it's called?
What size backpack/style do you recommend for scrambling?
Probably ~40L. Some will probably say that's too big. Any decent pack will cince down tightly when not at capacity. Nice to have room for water, lunch, puffy and rain gear.
It really depends on so many things. Eg where you are going, how much stuff you need to bring, weather conditions etc. in ‘summer’ I use a 20L ish pack, but in colder conditions 35 works well for me.
Great video Si, what size Tupilk sack is that? and did you manage to do that first aid kit video?
Thanks for the message! I think it’s roughly 32L. Awesome pack and ideal for stuff when you need a bit more kit, or in winter. Nope, didn’t get that vid done but I’ll try and get one sorted in the next few weeks!
Just starting out with alpine climbing and it's hard to find courses that teach you all this stuff so watching videos like this certainly helps but most of it goes over my head a little lol.
You’ll get there. Enjoy the journey! Check out our website if you’re keen on formal courses too.
Great video, would love to see that video on your first aid kit...also what is the model of your Saewa crampons? Thanks
Coming soon!
Hello, nice video! Good instructions in there, thanks for it! Question, if I may? What's the backpack, please? So that we know where to stuff the gear... Thanks!
Hi there. It’s a Mountain Equipment Tupilak. Maybe 32 litre ish.
Great video, I would like to ask a question if you can help me. I have a boot that is supposedly B1, as it has no extra features to take on C2 or C3 crampons (though I can hardly bend it, so it could also be B2 on the stiffness scale, I am not sure). So I bought some C1 crampons for them. I know that supposedly, C1 crampons on B1 boots (or maybe B2) aren't meant for anything extreme. I have personally managed to climb a 26-degree slope on hard-packed snow, which isn't anything extraordinary, but it isn't small either, and the boots had no problem doing that. The crampons also stayed firmly on them without any movement, which gave me the impression that they could go well beyond 26 degrees. I've also read on the internet that they could hold their own for slopes of up to 45 degrees, but I don't know if that's true. So, realistically speaking, what are the limits of B1 boots with C1 crampons? Or maybe B2 with C1?
Thanks for the question. It’s a hard one to answer as it depends massively on the person who is wearing the boot! So, assuming a good fit between the boot and the crampon, someone who is very comfortable on steep snow and ice is going to be happier with a C1 on steeper terrain that someone who is new to the game. Let’s not forget that the first ascents of many steep ice routes were done with no crampons and by cutting steps and hand holds with an axe! Not that I’m endorsing that approach, but it does highlight my point. Regardless, C2s and above are going to perform better than C1s as the ground gets steeper - that’s a fact, due to the design.
@@lakelandhighlandascents Yeah, that's true. I've only tested mine on hard-packed snow up to 26°, and around 40-45° by cutting steps without crampons. I still haven't had the chance to go on something very steep as I don't know a lot of people so they can trust me, but I am thinking of just going for a B3 with a C3 when I have some money.
Client.....says it all about the commercialisation of the experience on the hill...
Sometimes people want to experience or possibly start something that they don’t have the expertise to do safely on their own. Nothing wrong with paying a guide to get you started. Much rather that than people stupidly make the mistake of trying on their own and having to be rescued or die making stupid mistakes.
Super video , well done
Thank you! Cheers!
How often do you find yourself actually using fixed protection? Over here in the U.S., I think our definition of scrambling is a little more mellow than what you're doing. I've done some American "class 4" scrambling which means hands needed and potentially high consequences for a fall, but if I'm getting into territory where I feel I need a rope, I'm turning back. I guess it's more of an "all or nothing" situation for me--either I'm scrambling with no gear placements, or it's trad climbing.
Thanks for the message. There's a blurred line between the bottom end of trad climbing and harder scrambling. On Grade 3 terrain (top end scrambling here) you can expect to encounter short pitches of Diff, or even VDiff. So using trad pro is pretty normal to protect both the leader and the belay. On easier ground you can often use the terrain itself to protect any tricky sections (direct belay off a block for example), but it's pretty normal to use the odd sling or a couple of wires where this it the best option. All the best. Si at Lakeland Ascents.
modern climbers... two hours tying redundancy, and 5 minutes climbing.
You play many times and gravity only has to win once😊
We call the Munter/Italian hitch a half clove in my country in central Europe. I usually carry a spare reverso style belay plate :) I like that you mentioned backup hitch/autoblock. And don't forget the knots at the end of the rope. Well done, short and to the point. Cheers!
Thank you. This video was very clear and informative
Luv your video. Although I live in eastern Australia (just30km behind Byron Bay) I certainly feel the cold of our winters. I use'd to cycle 53km before work 3 times a week (3d Celsius), but no more. Many thanks.
I've lived in the UK all my life, and I still feel the cold! I just wear lots of jackets :)
Solo it
Thanks for the info. I have g5x la sportiva and petzle dart crampon, I am not convinced the fit between these two items is secure enough for mixed climbing but maybe I just don't have the back clip tight enough. How much force should be applied to ensure a secure fit when lifting the rear lever?
Hi Freddie, sorry that I missed this comment. I'd want zero movement between the crampon and the boot. So get it fitted, then try hard to move the 2 independently. With a really well fitted crampon, you'll get little to no movement. I'd also want the heal of the boot to have little to no gap between the boot and the rear lugs; no gap under the toe and the crampon to nicely follow the profile of the boot. I'm assuming you mean G5s and this isn't a typo of TX5, which is definitely not going to work with a Dart!!
Well presented.
Thank you!
On the C1 crampons how far out can that asjustment bar be pushed out. I bought some Salewa Alpanist walk crampons and have it on the last hole. Is this safe or do I need to buy a bigger linking bar?
Do you mean the bar is too small or too long? If there is bar sticking out of the back of the crampon (i.e., it's too long), then either cut it short, or try swapping the left and right bar and turning them the other way around (so the front of the bar becomes the rear) - you'll get a better fit for smaller boots. Google will find you a video on how this works. If you mean it's only just long enough, then the last hole is fine, as long as the fit elsewhere is good.
Very useful and well presented information , good video . Greetings !
Many thanks!
Hi i see you class salewa rapace boots as b2 boots that fit a semi auto crampon in your video. Is that correct, thanks Jon.
The boots in the vid aren't the Rapace, but Rapace are a B2. They'll take a C2 or C1 crampon. Just not a C3 as they don't have the front 'lip' for the wire bail.
a lot of good information. I think your engagement would go up if you improve your video quality. Thanks
Video quality is just fine, but could have some more light in the middle where the boots are presented..
Hi, Cold you please let me know the brand and name of the first boot you show in your video? Thank you very much! Thanks for the video.
Hi. They’re Aku boots. I think the model is the Superalp.
Thanks for posting ,
Great tips, cheers
Glad it was helpful!
Brilliant. I love the inline method, clip first piece, tie an overhand for the 2nd then either create a V for a masterpoint or do another overhand to clip the 3rd piece, so 3 in line. Gear efficiency! 👍
Clove hitches not overhands, unless we’re talking about different things
@@lakelandhighlandascents different things, I've never done the clove method with slings, only rope. So many ways to do things, these are 2 great examples where you may have used your 240 at the last belay and need that extra bit. Excellent video.
Cool. Thanks for the pictures you sent through. Yes many ways to skin a cat 🐈. I’d prefer cloves in that situation still as more adjustable. Personally I don’t carry a 240. Well very rarely. All good though!
Good insight into what a guide carries. For me I'd have halfnuts/superlight offsets in there somewhere, they're really nice and mixed with a few standard nuts you can get a good versatile rack for not much extra weight, and with no fall factor involved they're a solid choice at 7kN. My short single rope is a 35m x10mm from decathlon, only cost me £30! Just to clarify, you carry 7 lockers and 4x 120s also on lockers? Seems a lot but I suppose if I'm going with a mate who has 3 and I have maybe 5/6 it's not too far off,given your kit is for guiding. And those Edelrid slings are fantastic to untie! I got a 120, I have 2x dyneema and a nylon. I will be around the South Lakes next week so may get a few routes in, any must do routes? My only G2/3 are Cneifion Arete mostly solo (damp) and the Aonach Eagach in summer unroped.
Thanks for the reply. Half nuts could definitely be a good shout as a lightweight option. Personally I wouldn’t double up with the main rack though - it would be one or the other. I never really find the need to use offsets on a scramble as there is usually a normal placement not far away. For climbing though they’re great - especially in the Lakes. The lockers cover everything I need to do to take coils and have 2 clients on a rope as well. Then have 2 clients safe on a belay as well as have enough to build another belay at the next stance and then maybe use a big one for an Italian Hitch or similar. I carry the 120s on lockers just because the Phantoms are so small and light there’s little reason not to. Think 2 piece belay = 2 biners 2 clients attached to belay = 2 New belay = 2 My attachment to belay = 1 My coils tied off = 1 Middle client tied off = 1 End client tied off = 1 Italian Hitch = 1 You quickly get through them! Routes. Pinnacle Ridge is the obvious one. Cam Crag Ridge too. Have fun.
@@lakelandhighlandascents perfect, so that kinda ties into what I was thinking but with 2x clients there's additional requirements. For 2 with one person block leading 9 between us both should be plenty. Those little DMM phantoms are fantastic, I got the decathlon rocky which is almost identical in size but round stock bar so a bit heavier. Pinnacle Ridge is on my to-do, I'll check out cam crag ridge 👍 Thanks!
@@mattbaker1683 Yeah 9 will be more than enough. Have fun.
Really like your presentation style Si… 🤩👍
Ace. Thanks Cliff. Means a lot 🙏
I'm between that 2 crampons: the Salewa combi and the Vasak, both semiauto. Which one do you recomend?
Hey 👋 and thanks for the message. I have both, including 2 versions of the Combi. The blue/silver version and the black/yellow version. We’re supported by Salewa so obviously we should tell you to buy those, but in reality you need to go somewhere and try them with your boots and see which are the most solid fit. The Vasak is brilliant. As is the Combi. I really like the way on the newer Combi, you can adjust the strap length so you don’t end up with loads of spare strap to stash away. Cool design.
@@lakelandhighlandascents Thank you very much for your prompt response. The Salewa crampon that I am evaluating is the blue and silver Combi. I have doubts with the comparison of both antiboot systems, and I would also like to know if the Combi will rust over time (the appearance of the steel makes me doubt, have you been able to experience it?). Apparently they both fit my boots equally well. As a difference, I notice that the central regulatory union of the Petzl is more solid.
Any rust will only be surface rust and if you dry them properly it will be minimal. I wouldn’t worry about it. Both are good options so go with the best price maybe or whichever you like the colour of 👌
The only anti balling system that actually works well is the one on Grivel crampons. Just keep an eye on your crampons in wet snow and give them a regular tap with your axe. It’s fine.
Very informative, thank you!
This is a great channel! Keep the videos coming! 👏🏽👏🏽
Thanks! 🙏 We’ll get on it ASAP. We’ve been a bit busy working 🤦🏻
They’re really helpful! I’m new to climbing 👍🏽
Great to hear! Thanks.
Great video. Useful advice.
great vid. liked and subscribed you'll be up there with @wideboyz in no time
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Subscribed!! Sounds sick :)
Read my mind uploading this one
Hope it’s useful!
Had a great time last time out with Lakeland Ascents 👍 round 2?
I have subscribed ....
Now subscribed. Bought vouchers from you guys for the family for Christmas. Looking forward to getting a day booked in sometime this year.
Came ghyll scrambling with you guys last year, good times. I’ve also subscribed
I have petzl vasak crampons semi auto. Is it possible to change the plastic toe bail to the bar
Hey David. Thanks for the message. Yes you can on the Vasak. They usually come with both the plastic cradle and the metal bail but they’ll be easy enough to pick up aftermarket as well. Si Quick update on this. It will depend on how new your crampons are I think, as the older version couldn’t be swapped over as far as I know. The latest can though.
Most examples I’ve seen tie the overhand through the short length of rope next to your figure eight. Is there any reason you don’t? Also, there seems a difference between some people putting the same arm as they use to gather the coils with through the loop (when taking coils) others, like yourself, put your other arm through the coils. Any reason for difference? I can only seen it changing the ease of dropping coils (under arm first or over head first for each coil dropped)
Hey Tim. Thanks for the comment. I think I understand what you’re asking but let me know if I’ve got the wrong end of the stick. As long as the coils are tied off securely and neatly, it doesn’t matter whether you tie the overhand (i.e., the knot that ties off the coils) around just the live rope or encompassing that first strand too. The initial bight needs to capture all the strands though. There are loads of ways of tying off coils so go with whatever you find easiest for you. Some folk encompass the actual tie in loop too - just another option. Some use an 8 rather than an overhand. All are fine. Same with your second question - whatever seems easiest for you. Personally I like my coils under my right arm (so on my left shoulder) but others do the opposite. Have a play and see what you like best 👍 🙏
@@lakelandhighlandascents thanks! 🙂
Had an awesome winter skills experience with Si in Scotland.
Great video
Would love to do this with my Pops who guided me this way 😆
Subscribed. Would be a great prize :)
Subscribed!
Sounds great. I’ve entered!
Subscribed! Would love to do some mountaineering on Scafell Pike!
i’m just back from winter Course at Scotland, but i’m all ready for another adventure!!
Wow sounds awesome! Would love a guided day in the lakes