Kalymnos 2008 - Trip Report 1

The whole crew have arrived and we've had our first two days of introductory climbing on a variety of sectors. The weather has just gotten unseasonaly warm and instead of getting around in down jackets and beanies, we're chasing the shade and climbing in T-shirts, with 30 degree temperatures instead of 18. The Euros think it's great, but I would prefer the cold for a contrast to Queensland.

We've hooked into some awesome routes already in the 5 - 6c (15 - 22) range , even on the lower angle slabs and vertical walls, with superb limestone in all varieties. Here's some nice pics from yesterday...






Dave onsighting the superb Pillar Of The Sea 6a (19), Kastelli North Wall










Sam flashing the double thumbs up mega classic Ammohostos Vasilevousa 6a (18), Summertime Sector.










Susy onsighting Ammohostos Vasilevousa 6a (18), Summertime Sector.