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First time on Beinn Narnain & Beinn Ime.
We couldn't have picked a better day as the views in all directions were excellent, very little wind and a blanket of snow everywhere. Setting off in the dark we witnessed a beautiful sunrise unfolding behind us as we headed for the slopes of Beinn Narnain.
Having been on the Cobbler several times before via the usual zig-zag path we were going straight up this time.
Unfortunately as we reached the buttress and headed to the right there was no trace of the path due too deep snow and no tracks. It was heavy going , in knee high snow much of the time, as we headed up.
The Cobbler.
My mate Joe in snow up to his knees!
It was a hard grind as we reached the last scramble to the summit and I must admit there were a few difficult steps on the way.
Joe waiting patiently, as always, as I struggle with un-gloved frozen hands to get the shot.
As the summit is reached the 4 hour struggle is forgotten as we take in the spectacular views all round.
A well earned fuel stop!
The summit is starting to get busy with most arriving from the Cobbler path although there were quite a few coming up the hard way too.
Now the descent and this was amazing as we ran most of the way down through deep soft snow.
Crossing the style at the bottom of Beinn Ime we swapped Ice axes for walking poles and headed up the relatively easy slopes. The path was now well trodden and people could be seen all over the mountains now in all directions.
Lunch now on the summit with a young lad from Greenock, who unfortunately had his water bottle soak the inside of his pack, including gloves. We offered him some spare ones but he was well prepared and had another dry pair.
Stunning views back over Beinn Narnain to Ben lomond as the sun was starting to drop and time to head for home.
The descent was easy going considering we were very tired by this time as Narnain's tough ascent was taking it's toll
Last shot of the day, the usual view down Loch Long.
Back to the car 8 hours later, reflecting on one of our best days on the hills to date!