Dave Almond seconding the first pitch of Swallow Tail Pillar (VII,8) in Coire on Lochain on Cairn Gorm. This route, which lies between Deep Throat and Gaffer’s Groove, was first climbed in winter by M.Walker, A.Gilmore and R.Rosedale in March 2008. The first pitch is shared with the winter version of Gaffer’s Groove. (Photo Ian Parnell)