Most people were on holiday or working this week, so Carmen and I were the only two who managed to get to Wharncliffe yesterday for some evening climbing. For the first time in a few weeks, we enjoyed warm sunshine, with just about enough breeze to keep the midges in check.
Carmen started off with Himmelswillen (VS), an excellent route, and worth the drive on its own. Next I tackled Sidewinder (HS), a steep wall with small holds and not much protection. And finally, Carmen led YMCA Crack, a VDiff variation on Teufelsweg (and superior to the original).
The last route was climbed in near-darkness, and the walk back was only lit by the full moon where it managed to penetrate through the trees. As usual there was hardly anyone else at the crag – though there were a couple of teams still climbing when we walked out!