Alan’s thoughts about me

I first met Krish shortly after moving down to Bunbury. I knew no one in Bunbury at the time, but ended up moving in with Rongy after a couple of days. It was then that the magic happened.

Rongy also known as Ryan, took me on my first ever outdoor climb to the quarry at Wellington Dam of all places. It was here that Krish blurted his first ever words to me. They were something along the lines of “are you the grade 28 climber from Perth” to which I don’t think I responded. At this point I didn’t know what a grade 28 climb was and as I recall Craig had to tie the figure of 8 to my harness, he was very gentle.

Krish is one of those characters who likes to see what you’re capable of, but for the most part will try and ensure that you stay somewhat within your limits. He is calm and calculated and never appears to get stressed, whether it be on the rock or just in general life. He is a loving father and husband who always makes time for his family, but this usually means a crack of dawn start which is to some individuals disgust, but I won’t mention any names. He is the type of person who will always be there for a chat when you need it, especially if it’s about climbing, and will always help out in any way he can. We are all lucky to have a friend like Krish and there are few that are as passionate about touching rock as he is.

I’ve never seen him drunk though, but I reckon he could challenge anyone to a tea drinking contest.