Llech Ddu Spur (Crib Lem) - A Scramble on the Wild Side
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If you like remote scrambles with big dramatic expansive views this mountain day could be for you.
Our journey will take us up into the Carneddau, the biggest mountain range of Snowdonia, taking in the mountain giants of Carnedd Dafydd (1044m), Yr Even (962m) and Carnedd Llewelyn (1062m) before circling back to our starting point in Bethesda. Our route up to the top will be via the Crib Lem Spur, the rocky rising crest of ridge which sits on the northern slopes of Carnedd Dafydd. This fabulous grade 1 scramble (3 stars) is exposed but on good rock, and although you don’t need technical rock climbing skills you will definitely need a head for heights, to be sure footed and have a sense of adventure. This route is best suited to members who have scrambled confidently before.
For the route description please see: https://www.ukhillwalking.com/logbook/r/?i=1209
Please note that the event may be liable to change or cancellation due to inclement weather.
Pictures taken by Andy Hewlett
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What to bring
Standard kit list for a mountain hike as below but I strongly recommend the addition of a climbing helmet for the scramble section (I can provide these, let me know if you need one).
Also, although the scramble section is possible with standard walking boots, you would feel more secure with a firm soled scrambling boot.
Water: Bring around two litres
Head torch: Useful for walking back at dusk
Medicines: Any you carry as standard, e.g. if you have hay fever, diabetes, etc.
Day rucksack: Typically 30 plus litres, as they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely
Boots: See above. Waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking/scrambling. There will be muddy sections. Trainers are NOT suitable.
Socks: Proper walking socks to help keep your feet dry and prevent blisters
Layered clothing: So you can quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece)
Trousers: No jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry quickly and on warm days, shorts are OK
Waterproof jacket: Essential when hiking, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry quickly
Waterproof Trousers: Essential, even if the forecast is for no rain
Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof, and bring a spare pair if expecting rain
Hat: Stay warm in cold weather or for protection against the sun
Sunglasses: For any sunny day
Snacks: Bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit, for example, and put them somewhere easy to access
Lunch: Bring a packed lunch
It is a good idea to bring a change of clothing if the weather is cold and wet to change into for the ride home.
I will conduct a quick kit check before we set off to ensure everyone is suitably equipped for a cold and wet day in the mountains.
Food & drink
Bring plenty of high energy food for a long day in the cold. A flask of something hot will serve you well.
If the weather is poor we’re more likely to stop for short snack breaks than a long lunch. Pack accordingly.
The is a small Tescos 100m north of the meeting point if you need to get some last minute mountain snacks.
Arrive well hydrated so you can carry less water.