A Bridge Too Far - Ice Climb

<p>Climbed and top roped the first pitch. Conditions were tricky and hard for the grade with lots of chandelier ice to clean and a steep overhung section to climb over. Protection was available, but required active cleaning and selection due to the aerated nature of the ice. A shiny fixe rap station was found at the top of the climb, which avoids the old chained station climbers left and the numerous rocks bombs perched on the slab directly under. When using the newer station, take care where you descend as the ice daggers coming off the left side of the climb look unstable and show signs of melting away from the rock. It was dripping heavily in certain areas behind the cave. Care is needed on the steep approach and descent. It was quite slippery with a few cm of snow over juniper bushes and frozen dirt to try and kick into. </p>