Ascents in Melbourne and Surrounds having Beta

Nice comfy jamming

Soft decking as I slipped off while clipping the second draw, after I finally stuck the moves. I shall come back to this (maybe on top rope first)

Nice climb

Wow… the feet at the first two clips are so hard to find. New project

Sandbagged

The climbing is a touch contrived at the bottom avoiding bridging to the wall immediately behind, but overall this was an enjoyable climb. The bolts on whole this wall though are so average, I wasn't willing to lead on them.

Leading this route is probably safer than top-roping this. The top anchor is quite far right from the route

Contrived, but moves are as good or better than a lot of the bolted lines that get a star here.

Good holds where you need them. Consistent with the other routes at the wall.

Spoilt for options, I tried to stay right in the pale groove which kept it consistent. Clip anchor from big horn for full value.

Finding the correct starting holds is key

Another new climb to help spread people out across the Back wall. Quite pleasant addition.

New additions for the punters. Also climbed via the first 3 RB of this route and the last 3 RB of Bardiche for a pleasant slightly more sustained climb.

Long enough to keep it interesting. Popcorn rock was something different. What are these bolts though??

A good press move.

One move. Maillons at the anchor are rusting, mild steel?

Went really chill!

A bit desperate but we got there. Sad to say I relinquished style points for using the pocket

First lead I ever attempted. Bouldery climb with a super fun move in the middle. Had a little scramble at the top and fell a little on a hand jam. Now have a little spot to remind me always of my first lead outdoors . returned recently and was still as fun as it was the first time.

How’s this for a dog Ikey

First 21 woooo

Went a little off route:(

Might have sandbagged myself.

This route is perfect if you want climb in a quiet spot, one the best routes and really complete about the moves, endurance and strength.

runout end

Old man of the mountain does it again, but no sandbags this time. Pretty fun how it keeps you on the face.

Sick. Edgy. I like.

Top ropeable for beginners, like it's sister

Almost lost it drifting too far right, pretty good length to it and feels quite high. Solid onsight by Josh.

Ran it out after the first bolt. Wouldn't recommend it unless you're willing to clean out the crack of foliage. First move is worthwhile.

Sun and tree in the face made it tricky! Ant nest at the anchor.

Good enough to warrant jumping on. Rock is stable

Might have started too close to the cave- very run out start. Lost a cam deep in the chimney, Booty Alert.

Wouldn't want to be near your limit and bobble a clip with the bolt spacing...

More struggling

Struggled on this one. Only way I could do the crux was using the left hand crack. I can see how to do it but seem to lack the strength. Maybe. Also tried it on TR without any improvement but was pretty pumped by then.

Good. Not sure I could have done it without that flake though. Just had to tread carefully

Lovely climb this one.

First climb at Black hill was a bit of a surprise. Tricky slabbing.