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Hi, is anyone qualified to guide and/or instruct ice / snow technique on Cradle at all? Thanks.

Warning - car vandalism today whilst climbing at Meehan Range (yes we should have known better....)

On return to cars parked at the 'locked' gate - currently rammed open to assist in illegal wood cutting - we found ourself with 3 slashed tyres between the 2 cars. Police were notified. A chainsaw was being used in the area so presumably they couldn't help themselves as they departed. I'm now hoping that karma really does work.

With all the new route development there has been a fair bit of traffic at the cliff recently (9 climbers last Sunday). Andrew Martin who owns the property at the base of the cliff, has some important access information which people need to be aware of when visiting Bare Rock. See the climb northern tasmania blog. http://climbnortherntasmania.wordpress.com/2011/07/25/important-bare-rock-fingal-access-information/

Climbed the Fury Gully Ice route on saturday, was in absolutely brilliant condition.  The lower section was solid snow ice for around 6 pitches (60m ea) with the 7th pitch travelling over solid water ice in tiers flowing down the rock slabs which was plenty thick enough for screws.  Route finished just near the summit cairn.  Well worth an outing, especially if you wait for a couple of clear days to ensure the snow approach is frozen as well.  We even needed crampons just to get to the base of the route as the snow slope leading to it was bullet proof.  We took around 10 hrs return from the Dove lake car park, and while we skied accross the plateau, if the snow remains firm, walking would be just as quick, descent was by the normal walkers route, that may also require crampons if it stays frozen..

See the blog below for photos of new routes at Bare Rock. 6 routes done between 24-28, and 10 more projects on the go. Unfortunately cliff closed from August to December for Peregrine falcon nesting. http://climbnortherntasmania.wordpress.com/2011/07/20/fingal-new-route-action-photos-2/

  Near new 5 Ten Anasazi VCS (onyx) rock climbing shoes. Only been worn 10 times. Edges ar in mint condition.
Thought they may stretch but too tight. Perfect condition, hate to sell but want more comfortable shoe.
Perfect sport clombing shoe.
 
Size: US 7.5
        UK 6.5
        EUR 40
 
Item in launceston, Tas
0429776538
$90

This is a blog aimed at updating Climb Tasmania's series of guidebooks as new routes and cliff development occurs. Where possible updates are linked to the indexes in existing guidebooks. The first 2 updates which appear are the 2 Ben Lomond Guide updates which have appeared previously, so nothing new at the moment: but keep an eye out for the amazing new developments at Bare Rock, Fingal to be published soon once the projects have been climbed. http://climbnortherntasmania.wordpress.com/

Hi

This post is not relative to Tasmania, but the climbing community is so small that I think it would be appropriate to post it here as well. Some of you might have met Clint maybe briefly at Frog Buttress, or even in Tassie, others knew him pretty well. He was a really nice bloke, and really helpfull from the short amount of time I spent with him. Unfortunately, he passed on 2 weeks ago while equipping a new route he was absolutely psyched about. He wanted to dedicate this route to his mother, and sold one van to equip the route.

While on a rescue mission with SES people 10 days ago (28/06/2011) , we found his body laid on the ground. It is believed that while drilling, he tried the moves, keeping falling and jummaring up ... his 9mm static got cut on a sharp edge. He then fell for 40 or more meters, landed on a ledge, removed his harness (dunno how much time later) stood up, got daisy, and fell for another 20 30m.

This is a pretty sad news, another one ... in the climbing community. Could this have been avoided, I don't know. A bigger rope would not have resisted I guess, 2 ropes would have been better (but not practical while on a solo mission), pads to protect sharp edges ? May this accident change our behaviours toward security, which we might neglect too much sometimes.

He died following his dreams, hope someone will finish his route.

Rest in peace Clint

Loz
post on Qurank

http://queenslandclimbing.yuku.com/topic/5695/Clint-Fatal-Mt-Greville-accident-was-Clint-is-missing\-

Pair of scarpa climbing shoes left at Waterworks Thurs 30 June. Hopeing somebody has picked them up.

Hi Guys and Girls

I'm after people to climb with in Hobart. I'm happy to do rockclimbing but I'd also like to meet people who are are keen on mountaineering and interested in expeditions overseas South America/Nepal etc. I have a lot of time off mid week at the moment so anyone that has days off in the week and is keen to climb then hit me up. Also trying to find some info on Caving? Have never done it before but interested in having a go if there is anyone with a background in it?

Cheers

Mark 0466583838

Heard through the grapevine that Pete (old chisel fingers) Woolford made a quick despatch of 'My left Foot', a tough little boulder problem at Sandfly on the weekend.   Waiting for him to offically confirm the grade.

Hello Everyone,

Please see the below link regarding GriGri2 recall

http://www.petzl.com/en/outdoor/recall-replacement-grigri-2

Cheers

Anna

Today I attended a community meeting at Waterworks with the local landcare group, and Alderman (Crocker) from the Hobart City Council and the parks officer responsible for the Quarry and Fruehoff.

Several topics of interest were raised that somewhat impact on climbers, but it is all positive.

Firstly the CCT are formally recognised by the HCC as interested stakeholders for those two areas, this consolidates the role of the CCT with the Wellington Trust through Al and Tony.  We will be consulted in respect to the development and conservation of both quarries. The HCC were aware of climbing activity at Waterworks but not so much at Fruehoff. Jon and I will meet with the HCC in the next couple of weeks to discuss the Quarry,  the Linear Park and Fruehoff in light of the development of the Linear Track after the purchase of the property from the Brewery.

This meeting was called by the local landcare group who have been instrumental in cleaning up the quarry over the last two decades. They are concerned about damage caused by the new pump track. However they are not negative and want to preserve the habitat of the (only) endangered Australian weed called the New Holland Daisy. They are also concerned about general degradation from the pushbikes. They seem very reasonable and want to work with both Council, cyclists and climbers. As a consequence of their concerns the HCC will take a number of measures to limit damage - climbers have a large part to play in this. 

Contrary to my previous understanding, the Daisy is in the corner of the Quarry near the climbers gate - it looks like a weed and unless you are a botanist or have it pointed out I doubt you would pick it.. Due to the bikes and climbers, this area has been hurredly fenced off and Council and landcare ask that climbers do not trample inside the temporary fence (pickets and orange bunting). In the near future the main climbers fence will be moved to place the Daisy inside the climbers fence. We are asked to look after the area. A row of rocks and a sign will be erected to tell climbers about the weed and how to look after it. They do not want to totally fence it as grazing by wildlife preserves the habitat. The gate will be moved slightly.The Quarry may later include other facilities such as BBQs.

The council officer (Adam) was really supportive of climbers and without a doubt will keep in contact. They are concerned about bone seed which is establishing itself on and around the cliff. Anyone who has been to Araps knows this one. The HCC suggested that they would put on a BBQ if we assist with weed removal from the cliff????

In terms of actual climbing no concerns were raised. Stability of the cliff was mentioned but not as an issue for climbers. Allegedly there was a fatality years ago from rockfall. 

In summary, climbers please respect the temporary fence and there are no problems. Jon and I will keep you informed as we go. We may have to make a mention in the guide thing.

S

The CCT is proudly presenting Smitten the Movie in Tasmania.

Smitten is the new Australian Sport Climbing, Bouldering & BASE jumping film. Prepare for the white knuckle, action packed, thrill ride of the year as we tour through the Grampians, Mount Arapiles , Blue Mountains, Nowra and Sydney with Australia's best Rock Climbers and BASE jumper.

“Smitten is a very very different kind of film than the standard climbing-film formula. Our mission was to take climbing-films to a whole new place.”- Ed Thornhill

Come along to the screening for your chance to not only experience the action on the big screen, but also win some of the lush door prizes up for grabs. Hang about after to show to meet with the stars of the movie and find out first hand what it takes to be the best.

The movie is rated MA so best leave the little ones with the baby-sitter! The bar will be serving food and drinks, with alcohol also available

Watch the official trailer here!

Where: Stanley Burbury Theatre (UTas Sandy Bay)

When: Thursday, 4^th August, from 7pm

Tickets: $10 each, bought from Passion8 (Elizabeth St), or $12 on the door.

Why: Because it’s gonna be HUGE…..

Tickets only cost $10 and can be purchased from Passion8 in Elizabeth St. Tickets will also be available on the door for $12. Cash preferred as EFTPOS/Credit makes life trickier. Limited seats so get in quick!