Category: 2011
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A Shift to Twin Caves at Għar Lapsi
For the third time in several weeks the MRCC returned to Għar Lapsi, this time to the Twin Caves area. After the steep uphill walk into the cave, Andrew lost no time, racked up and led Chicanery HVS 5a, A Scoopy-Do HVS 5a, Rat Race E1 5a and Snowman VS 4c in quick succession. Whilst […]
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Celluloid and Rock mix at Terry’s Cave in Għar Lapsi
The MRCC headed to Terry’s Cave at Għar Lapsi and presented videographer Bryan Azzopardy with excellent models and material for the MTA video he is making with the MRCC and the best of Malta’s climbers. For the second time the MRCC headed out to the cliffs to help Bryan Azzopardy with the project of compiling […]
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MRCC returns to Lapsi caves as weather gets cooler
The caves on the cliffs of Lapsi constitute one of the best locations for cold wintry days, offering shelter from the rain and plenty of sunshine all day long on clear days. On Sunday, the club opted for the Learning to Fly Cave, with its spectacular (and undeniably intimidating) view of the sea and island […]
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Trad climbing… and a few essential lessons learnt!
After October’s unstable weather, MRCC members were able to enjoy the great outdoors again last Sunday, and headed to the Honey Buttress section of Wied il-Għasel with its routes of varying difficulty. This week, experienced MRCC member Alexia Chapman, now residing in the UK, joined the group during her short visit to Malta, to re-discover […]
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An Afternoon of Strenuous Effort in Marfa Ridge Cave
The stormy weather which hit the islands on Sunday prompted the MRCC to head back to Marfa Ridge cave where climbers gathered to test their mettle on the mega overhangs all round. After a warm-up on the only 6a route, to the far right of the cave, everyone attempted the attractive yet energy-draining route Crazy […]
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Over 30 people attend Saturday’s event for beginners!
As the days are getting shorter, the summer evening sessions for beginners which had been gaining popularity have come to an end, and the MRCC had to find an alternative time for people who are new to the sport to test their rock climbing skills… Last Saturday’s session proved to be a well-organized event during […]