The morning started as a total blue sky stunner and on the drive over to Cader Idris, I was concern that we didn't have enough water with us. But, the fickle mountain weather actually had us shivering on the summit rather than sweating!! After a wonderful early morning drive across Snowdonia, from about half way up the Pony Path, we had this as our view!
We actually got to the summit in good time, but the view wasn't quite what we'd been hoping for! Made use of the summit shelter, as although it wasn't raining, we were wet from condensation from the thick clouds and mist.
Of course, it did give me the chance to put the new Rab 'Vapour-Rise Guide Jacket' to the test and I'm happy to report it was extremely comfortable! I had just a short sleeve thermal underneath it and was the perfect temperature all day. It has an amazingly soft fleece inside, so feels great against your skin. On the hike down as I began to warm up, so used the pit zips to let in some cooler air, which worked very well. It's a well designed jacket and I'm looking forward to using it more!
As is sometimes the way, as we got near the base of the mountains, the skies began to clear and for a few brief moments the summit was visible!! Nice day out with a great group, regardless of the weather though.
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