Route Number: 1517

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Peely Wally *

Location: Sturrall Headland
Grade: XS 5a
Length: 110m

First ascent: C. McDaid, I. Miller (alt lds) 25/05/08

Route Description:

Scramble down the North Face of Sturral Headland to the sea level slab, facing the wee collection of Stacks. Step down and around the corner south to belay in the recess at the base of the superb looking ramp.

Pitch 1. 30m, 3c. Climb the ramp following the Right Facing corner.
Pitch 2. 30m, 4c. Continue up ramp with increased interest, stepping across the void to belay on a wee grass topped block.
Pitch 3. 25m, 5a. Contine up ramp until forced to ascend 3mtr wall and continue up higher ramp. (bold)
Pitch 4. 20m, 4b Continue up ramp to summit

Comments

Chris McDaid - 25/05/2008
XS 5a methinks!!!