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An early (1950s) traverse of the Promontory, Black Rocks
© chasanhar
Route: Promontory Traverse (E1 5b)
Climbers: Not known
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The photo is of an early (2nd ascent ?) of the Promontory Traverse in 1951. I believe I know who two of the climbers are but await the opinions of others.
chasanhar - 07/Mar/19
The guy in the middle looks like Johnnie Lees.
Removed User - 12/Mar/19
They appear to have a backup belay rope from the top of the crag; not something Harding and Moulam did. Not sure it could be classed as a 2nd ascent!
BlownAway - 07/Apr/19
No fancy gear in those days Phil! Belays had to be rigged in any way possible. The belay from the top doesn`t diminish this traverse - it demonstrates ingenuity!
chasanhar - 12/Apr/19
Yes Boje it is JR Lees and PD Perkins. Not sure about number 3 on the rope!
chasanhar - 13/Jul/19
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