Definitely 50 years ago and maybe as recently as twenty years ago I might have considered the ropes a challenge worth the effort and risk but now that I'm in my 70s, they were reminiscent of more flexible days. I even wear safety harnesses when I climb elevated tank ladders.
On the other hand, I'm a deep south native so the ice is a bit off-putting.
Answers this weekend but for now, another geezer pic.