Hi I'm Colin,
I'm 66 (2023), reasonably fit, and currently lead around VS 4c. I love big multi-pitches and sea cliffs but prefer short(ish) walk-ins. I've been climbing for over 50 years. I have RCI (SPA) and ML awards as well as MCI training, I also have Scout Association authorisation. I'm retired with loads of time available. I have plenty of gear and my own transport.
In 2023 I've climbed in Spain, Devon, South Wales, North Wales, the Lake District and the Peak District. The hardest I've led this year is VS 5a and the hardest I've fallen off whilst top roping is E2 5b. I enjoy helping beginners/improvers as well as climbing for myself. If the trip is interesting I'm happy to second all week and will never fight for the 'best pitch.' I have no insurance for paid instruction but recently took two Chinese students out in Borrowdale. In three days they went from never having climbed outside to leading/seconding a 30m Diff and abseiling back down while I watched from below. The fact that we all enjoyed the experience was payment enough, but they did pay for the Airbnb!
I Climb... Several times a week In the UK & Europe
Favourite Climbs Dream of White Horses
Lost Horizon (Baggy)
Latest Climbs Chimney Climb - Direct Start HS 4b Two Pitch Route S Five Pitch Route S 4b Dip Your Toes 5a Life on the Edge 6a Jack Kid 5b Mekong 5c Yangtze 5b Block S 4a Crossover HS 4b Orange Outang HS 4b Sesamoid 4c Tony's Route 5c Synovial 5a Espolon Alderlon 4a ... list all 245 climbs