The Zone | E9 Trad climb at Curbar Edge

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Ascents

12 recorded ascents.

Climber Style Ascent Date Suggested Grade
John Arran Lead | worked 1998
First ascent. 7 sessions.

"The Zone" is a term used in Sports Psychology to describe a rarely-achieved heightened state of awareness experienced by some athletes during major events. This sensation is often accompanied by an extraordinary level of personal performance.

References

[1] http://www.thefreeclimber.com/articles/tfcDiaryZone.htm
Chris Cubitt Lead | worked 24th Feb 2003
Second ascent.
James Pearson Lead | worked 9th Nov 2003
Third ascent.

References

[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2bdROeVsH4?t=20
Lucky Chance Solo | worked 2004

No pads or spotters!
Dan Bradley Lead | worked Dec 2009
Oli Grounsell Lead | worked 11th Mar 2013

References

[1] https://vimeo.com/61843723
Nathan Lee Lead | worked 13th Nov 2013
Ethan Walker Lead | worked 3rd Dec 2013

References

[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65rHl2igJn0
Joseph Mullett Lead | worked 6th Dec 2023
Jim Pope Lead | worked 6th Dec 2023

References

[1] https://www.instagram.com/p/C0mcrJpNUxf/?img_index=1
Mari Augusta Salvesen Lead | worked 30th Dec 2024
First female ascent.

References

[1] https://www.instagram.com/p/DEP1SmANw8y/

[2] https://www.ukclimbing.com/news/2025/01/first_female_ascent_of_the_zone_e9_6c_by_mari_augusta_salvesen-73874

[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyDoCnCved8
Mike Adams Lead | worked 2nd Feb 2025

References

[1] https://www.instagram.com/p/DFk8s_1t4Hl/