ApproachSee Point Five Gully.
From the hut go directly to the gully, on the right hand of Orion Face Direct.
Route DescriptionFirst Pitch. Climb directly the ice fall till 80º. 50 mts
Second Pitch. Continue difficult ice terrain. 80º. 50 mts.
Third pitch. Easier, 70º.
From here the steepness decreases and you can climb at once with your partner, placing some ice screws from time to time were the slopes get more vertical.
Essential GearIce stuff full rack. 8 to 10 ice screws Don´t trust some guys who tell you to carry less, you will need enough protection for the firs 100 metres. Two ropes, helmet, ice axes (technical)....etc.
Don´t forget the compass or gps and a good map, just incase poor weather
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