Glide cracks
5th March 2026
A dry mild and cloudy morning before the onset of rain during the afternoon, this later turned to snowfall at summit levels. Gale force winds gradually eased. Although snow cover is still extensive around coire back walls and higher up on ridge flanks, rockfall continues to be a potential hazard.
From left to right, Coire Laogh More, the Cairngorm ski area with Ciste gully, White lady and the Cas.
Further right again the Cas, Coire an t-Sneachda, and obscured by cloud Coire an Lochain.
Walking into Coire an Lochain.
A general view of the Coire an Lochain Buttresses and slopes below, note the evolving glide crack due to thaw conditions.
Old avalanche debris, Coire an Lochain.
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