There is some debate over this problem. Aidan Roberts first ascent used a brutal shoulder move and crimp in the roof. Will Bosi using a wobbly block in the roof, he also broke 3 feet in the lower section of the problem. Both gave the problem 8C.
In early 2025 Harry Constantine made a shock ascent, using different beta throughout and a wider foot for the first move. Aidan did use this foot in his ascent meaning a break is unlikely, although not implausible. Eli Cartwright then made the 4th ascent with a variation of Harry's beta, and proposed 8A+. Following Elis ascent, Harry agreed a grade around 8B would be appropriate, however wasn't very firm on his suggestion.
It seems the date of specific foot breaks are unknown.
4 recorded ascents.
| Climber | Style | Ascent Date | Suggested Grade |
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| Aidan Roberts | Boulder | worked | Aug 2020 | 8C |
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First ascent.
Rounded off the session by repeating Isla de Encanta and Shallow Groove! References[1] https://www.ukclimbing.com/news/2020/08/aidan_roberts_climbs_new_font_8c_at_trowbarrow-72461 |
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| Will Bosi | Boulder | worked | 12th Jun 2022 | 8C |
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Second ascent.
References |
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| Harry Constantine | Boulder | worked | 13th Mar 2025 | 8B |
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Third ascent. 1 session.
Harry suggested 8B after Elis ascent. He didn't know exactly how it felt. References |
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| Eli Cartwright | Boulder | worked | 1st Apr 2025 | 8A+ |
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Eli used a higher foot and suggested 8A+. |
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