Cicerone Gids Skye's Cuillin Ridge Traverse

A guidebook to the Isle of Skye’s Cuillin Ridge Traverse. This 2-volume set is a comprehensive guide to planning and completing this challenging and technical 12km scramble. With a route that includes scrambling sections to Grade 3, technical climbs to Severe and a handful of abseils, a head for heights, technical skill and mental and physical stamina are needed.

Volume 1 contains planning and logistics information, training notes, recommended gear list and safety tips. This volume also includes in-depth route description and advice for completing the traverse in winter
Volume 2 focuses on the traverse itself, across 10 sections a step-by-step guide to traversing the ridge is given with full route description, Harvey mapping and photo topos. This volume is the perfect size to carry with you during the traverse
The traverse is typically completed over 1-2 days
10 classic Cuillin scrambles are also included that can be used as practice routes
Easier climbing alternatives (Cuillin Ridge Light) have been provided for the harder climbing sections