North Wales Slate: A guidebook to the rock climbing in the slate quarries near Llanberis in North Wales

The slate quarries near Llanberis in North Wales have become a popular climbing destination for sport routes and slab climbing. The area was famous for its purple slate slabs in the 1980s, which have since become classics. Recently, the area has been developed with a multitude of super sport routes, making it a comprehensive guidebook for slate climbing.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 304 pages
\n Publication date: 15 August 2018
\n Publisher: Rockfax Ltd
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The slate quarries near Llanberis have emerged as a highly sought-after destination for climbers seeking thrilling sport routes or pristine slab climbing experiences in North Wales. The inception of this climbing paradise can be traced back to the 1980s, during the era of the slate boom, when the region gained fame for its awe-inspiring purple slate formations with daring run-out routes. Remarkably, most of these routes have remained untouched, preserving their original essence and earning the status of classics and much-coveted trad ticks among enthusiasts. In recent years, the area has undergone further development, witnessing the emergence of an array of super sport routes, ranging from short, single-pitch adventures to massive multi-pitch extravaganzas. This guide serves as a tribute to the diverse styles of slate climbing, offering a comprehensive guidebook that encompasses all the routes in the region. While it may be uncommon for a Rockfax publication to encompass such a comprehensive coverage, the team behind this guide has a rich history of producing such exceptional guides.

\n Weight: 632g\n
Dimension: 155 x 210 x 25 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781873341438\n \n