The steep fluted, rock faces of Blockhouse Buttress are a bit of a treasure-trove for mid-grade climbers. Not only is the rock steep and solid in nature, it also affords excellent friction, and although protection may be scarce in places, it isn't overly challenging or scary. Truckers Delight (VS 4b) is one of the crags better routes, and is an excellent companion to the slightly harder Mother Trucker's (HVS 5a) to its left, and the slightly easier Sheer Delight (HS 4b) to its right.
The route is more tidal than its rightward neighbours and one may have to wait a little while for the rock at its base to dry out enough to make climbing pleasurable and to ensure your second isn't wiped out by a rogue wave. The route has a varied feel, first taking the climber up the inside of a small gully, before thrusting them out onto the exposed seaward wall. The second pitch is perhaps a bit of a let down as it is more of an escape than a continuation of the route, but in spite of this, it's still a fun and worthwhile climb.
FA: R. Crockett and C. Fisher, April 20th 1980. |
