Ascents in Oceania as Onsight by Michael Ave

Fall prac.

Getting more trad hours in, my gear placements are feeling better.

Pink AME

Green Traverse

I try to rate ascents close to what they would be classified outdoors. Gym ratings are often a bit generous. This was a 21 by the gym score. Black near arch.

Giving this ascent a 10 as did the last pitch in the dark. Always bring a headtorch. That lesson only needs to be learned once.

First time leading the majority of a big multipitch, learned heaps. Good experience.

First somewhat serious taller trad lead, still baby steps. Didn’t find heaps of gear placements and I ran it out a bit at times but the holds are all secure.

Fun, bouldery and pumpy. Just be careful and safe at the beginning!

Scenic and fun, with some interesting moments. Really nice surprise to have a long multipitch at Mt Macedon. Amazing view near the top, beautiful.

First multipitch trad climb

First trad climb

A little trickier than TR1 at the top half. Good fun, good challenge and satisfying friendly in-cut crimps.

Very enjoyable, some moments that require a little thought which I liked. Some satisfying in-cut crimps which give great purchase. I liked this one.

Fun climb. Be careful in the top half of this climb, there are a few rocks that are a little loose. Definitely have helmets on for the crew and belayer down below. If that concerns you, then go for TR1 TR2 TR3 - very solid stone the whole way up.