Begehungen in Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū / Banks Peninsula

Fun bouldering on a rope! Second go.

awkwardly into the corner with torture yoga

Super enjoyable movement going up the right side of the overhang, which is certainly easier than the advertised grade. Nevertheless, it's good quality and still packs a punch. Likely earns you 25 points this way.

I found this route to be cryptic, insecure, and awkward. I’m sure I’ll be back for it one day, but happy to procrastinate!

I’m quite chuffed at the progress made today on this route, given the wet conditions. Got it all sorted, should be able to get er done on a drier day.

very strenuous crux, didnt have anywhere near enough juice !

tried the 25 variant, really cool moves

Good to repeat this one, fun, powerful climbing.

Wet on top so no chance for a send today. Got a lot worked out though, just needs to dry out!

Think I’ve got it figured out now, just need to return with more time and juice!

Can do all the moves except for one, but unfortunately that one is nails!

The top is a lot harder than anticipated, but made all the moves today and some good links. Feels closer to the original grade of 29 for a punter like me!

Repeat hanging draws, did the easier right variation.

Finally made all the moves, using some highly technical kneebar beta.

25 variant.

Really interesting, technical climbing at this crag. This route is a gem and is rather airy at points. Well worth a look. My 100th grade 25!

Three goes to sort out the beta at the crux, which for me involves a half pad mono. Felt quite stiff even at 25, and didn’t quite manage to get it done today.

No cigar! Reachy and burly at the bottom! Next time.

Got it!

reachy and strenuous

Very difficult to read on the onsight attempt, but went down easily second go. Pretty bloody committing above the second bolt!

feels soft for 24. nice little boulder problem start. unfortunately first bolt just fell off when we were cleaning it???

Really fun with varied and interesting climbing. Unfortunately it's let down a little by the loose blocks and associated gear placements between 8th and 9th bolts.

Somehow snagged this onsight. Maybe soft for a 23.

Tried to jump on this before the rain came. Didn't get far! Super sharp, but will come back for it!