I think Jasper's point though was that if he stays at F1, then he is a bit too far to walk and less likely to get lifts?
I would of thought getting lifts from the F1 in moret fairly easily. There are always quite a lot of climbers staying there, plus its walking distance to supermarket and quality pizza shop.Other benafits include good hot showers, electricity, proper beds (for 3), clean toilets and warmth.A no brainer IMHO
just one question: when going "à la cheap" starts to hinder your climbing because of lack of sleep, or humidity, or foos, is it still worth?