Bosigran, West Cornwall

Submitted by: Alex Perry
Crag: Bosigran

Ruhemann’s Purple

Date of ascent: 05/04/17
Length/grade/stars: 30m E6 6b **
Climbers: Alexis Perry

Start location:

As for Saddle Tramp

Pitch descriptions:

This can’t really be a new route in a busy part of a busy cliff, yet there’s no record of it anywhere and it’s excellent so I’ll record it so other people might get on it and enjoy it. Basically, it tackles the thin line of weakness through the headwall halfway between Pump It Up and Saddle Tramp; underneath all the lichen is a brilliant stretch of technical climbing. Safe but run-out. Follow Saddle Tramp to the diagonal break, chuck in a bunch of gear then attack the sustained thin crack over the bulge and up the headwall with a fair load of difficulty until a small niche with a couple of flat holds. Pull up and right using a hidden flake to gain easier ground.

Additional info:

Tried to onsight but kept falling off so top-roped prior to successful ascent. All gear placed on lead. All necessary holds and gear are clear of lichen – please tread carefully.