Scruffy & Snegoviktor
Ever tried to map an ice climb with nothing but a rough sketch and a good eye for danger? I’ve found that the best routes aren’t always in the guidebooks.
Yeah, I once sketched a route on a busted map and just followed the weak ice. Trust your gut, not the guidebook, and you’ll find the sweet spots.
Busted map, weak ice, you say? I’ve sketched routes on torn paper before, but I still double‑check the angles. If the ice feels solid when you’re there, that’s your sweet spot.
Sounds smart, but don’t let the ice throw a curveball—trust the feel, keep the angles tight, and you’ll still walk out with a solid line.
You’re right, the ice always surprises you—if you stay sharp on the angles and never let a gust of doubt creep in, you’ll still get to the summit with your line straight and true.