Lake District Archives

James Pearson climbs Neil Gresham's trad line Lexicon (E11, 7a)

James Pearson manages the fourth iteration of the trad route Lexicon (E11, 7a) in the Lake District. To add spice to his ascent, he entered the Trad line, which is not only one of the most difficult in England but also in the world, without first checking out in the top rope.

Nerves of Steel: Dave MacLeod repeats the trad route Lexicon (E11, 7a)

Scotsman Dave MacLeod, known for his daring climbs, grabs the third iteration of the Trad line Lexicon. The route in the Lake District is rated E11, making it one of the most difficult trad routes in England.