Two Ridges, One Weekend, Zero Regrets
Two Ridges, One Weekend, Zero Regrets
The Weekend in a Nutshell
The USVE community escaped the city for an unforgettable weekend in Eryri National Park, taking on two of Wales' most spectacular ridge walks across a full Saturday and Sunday.
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us across the weekend — it was a brilliant turnout and an unreal atmosphere from start to finish. 🙌
Day 1 — Snowdon Horseshoe 🏔️
📏 Distance: 14.4km
📈 Elevation Gain: 1,252m
⏱️ Moving Time: 4:46:14
⏱️ Elapsed Time: 9:31:58
💪 Technical Difficulty: 9/10
🏋️ Fitness Level: 9/10
Day 2 — Nantlle Ridge Circular 🥾
📏 Distance: 12.2km
📈 Elevation Gain: 846m
⏱️ Moving Time: 3:47:59
⏱️ Elapsed Time: 5:24:12
💪 Technical Difficulty: 7/10
🏋️ Fitness Level: 7/10
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The Snowdon Horseshoe pushed us — physically and mentally — with its exposed ridges, big scrambles, and relentless elevation. The Nantlle Ridge rewarded us with flowing ridgelines, quieter trails, and some of the best views in Eryri. Together, they made for a proper weekend's work.
But what really made it special was the crew. From the nervous laughs before Crib Goch to the tired smiles on the final descent, the USVE community brought the energy, the banter, and the support that turns a tough hike into an unforgettable one.
If this weekend proved anything, it's that the best views come after the hardest climbs — and that a shared adventure beats a solo one every time.
Here's to the next one. 🏔️🥾