06/07/2025
3 Peaks Challenge - Part 2: Scafell Pike
Scafell is tougher than it looks, and it looks pretty damn tough.
This one tested me physically and mentally, Scafell is steep, relentless, and rough underfoot. The views are unreal, but it was the mission that kept us going.
Even though Scafell is the smallest of the 3 national peaks, I'd say it's the hardest. 978m of steep rocky slopes, deep brush and tall grass, the terrain is what makes this one such a challenge.
The view was incredible, but the mountain bit back. Coming down Scafell was even harder than going up, and as we neared the end of the descent, I jarred my knee and couldn't put any weight on it. This time, I wouldn't have made it back without my companion and fellow Spartan. Thank you, brother Ryan. ๐
And a massive thank you to our getaway driver, Neil. ๐๐ผ
We paused the challenge with 7 hours to go, around 22:30, and drove home. We planned to head to Snowdon after some deserved rest, and this time with some reinforcements. ๐ถ