This third edition is the first volume of a two-volume set to North
Wales: The Mountain Crags. The bouldering scene in North Wales is
now more vibrant and energised than it has ever been. Each year
exciting new crags are revealed and the development of existing
crags is greatly expanded. The rapid pace of development in recent
years has meant a corresponding increase in the guidebook page
count. There is now too much material to fit it all in one book, so
a split into separate volumes has become necessary. The most
logical split is between the inland mountain crags of Eryri and the
coastal crags of Pen Llyn, Ynys Mon and Llandudno (plus the North
East limestone crags). Volume 2: Coastal Crags and North East
Limestone will be published later in 2021. Improvements, additions,
updates Brilliant new areas, such as Llyn Ogwen, Cwm Craig-las and
Castell Cidwm have been added to the roster. Existing areas, such
as Creigiau'r Garth, Cwm Dulyn, Fachwen and Clegir have seen
extensive new development. Superb new lines have been discovered,
often in the least likely of places. There has been much
improvement to existing descriptions, approach notes, topos and
maps. The crag assessment table makes choosing your crag for the
day much easier. Grades and star ratings have been tweaked, broken
holds and changes noted. There's an epic graded list and a full
index. There is also a new wave of inspiring action shots fleshing
out the pages, plus the usual professional design quality you can
expect from Ground Up. This is certainly a better, more intensely
researched book than the previous ones. Simon Panton is the main
author and editor of the book, but crucial support has come from
key activists, such as Pete Robins, Martin Crook, George Smith,
Owen Hayward, Chris Doyle, Tim Peck, Craig Davies and Andy Godber.
There has also been a broader feedback group composed of various
members of the North Wales climbing scene.
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