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Des Rubens (1952 – 2016)

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Simon Richardson

In late June, the Scottish climbing community were shocked to hear of the death of Des Rubens in the Alps. Des was one of the most energetic and likeable activists on the Scottish scene and many climbers were deeply saddened … Continue reading →

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Three Wee Chimneys

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Simon Richardson

“Just to let you know that the team you mentioned in your Free Tibet post is still active occasionally!” Des Rubens writes. “Dave Broadhead and I visited the North Corrie of Cul Beag on January 26. We went there to … Continue reading →

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