In reply to Dan Bailey - UKHillwalking.com: Yup. Definitely the best way, although when I went that way I took a direct and steep way through the forest to hit the ridge: your way is better!
Having said that, the first time I went straight up from the farm on a snowy day. The crags ringing the summit were hoar covered, and looked like we were crossing a serac band. I have a photo which I still do a double take on. And the bumslide from the bealach was pretty good too!
Never found them suggestive, though. Been on your own in a tent too long?