I’ve been round that block a couple of times though with climbs like Rhapsody and Ring of Steall. So long as I remember to keep balance and encourage myself to store some energy patiently for the right moment, rather than get so built up like I used to, I can approach these challenges well. I once read a quote by Stevie Haston who said “I get so built up, I could f**king explode!” That was like looking in the mirror (strictly figuratively speaking I might add). When I get the headless chicken syndrome I so wish I had a detonate button to get rid of all that stored up energy can’t immediately unleash on a climb for whatever reason. 

Anyway, that’s enough for now. Next time, I’ll start showing you round Scotland and its cool climbs. If you keep coming back to read more posts I guarantee you will be booking a ticket to Scotland sometime. Be warned, the climbing is rather good. 

—Dave