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Scramble Basics

The basics, the skills, the techniques, the best routes and lots more on OM.

Posted: 30 June 2009
by Jon
Want to know about scrambling grades, skills, equipment, courses and, of course, where to go scrambling? OUTDOORSmagic has all the information you need from gear advice to detailed route descriptions.
scrambling OUTDOORSmagic Ultimate Scrambling Guide
Everything you need to know including grading, equipment basics, scrambling courses, guidebooks and lots more besides.


scrambling OUTDOORSmagic Scrambling Routes
Wondering where to go? OM's scrambling route database is packed full of ideas right across England, Wales and Scotland.

 
scrambling Scrambling Gear Guide
Bamboozled by kit choice? Richard Gear has some handy guidelines to help you decide what you need to carry and wear for basic scrambling.


scrambling Basic Scrambling Techniques
Simple, straightforward advice to help you keep sticky side up on the rock. From tackling knife-edged ridges to down-climbing safely.


scrambling Our Favourite Scramble
The Clogwyn y Person Arete is a fantastic grade 2/3 scramble that deposits you handily high on one of Snowdon's classic ridges.

 
scrambling OUTDOORSmagic Routes Section
Check out our online routes section for over 200 detailed walking and scrambling routes in the UK's main mountain areas.

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