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That's ridiculous. Have you contacted Asolo to check on the warranty? I'd call an attorney and get a suit filed ASAP!

Seems like a fairly rational drill. NOT!

Some crazy looking rocks and mountains in that part of the world. Thanks for sharing!

After a summer of wild fire fighting, it seems like Kit would've either been eternally annoyed or right at home in the soot. Which was it? Looks like a great trek, the exit hike notwithstanding.

Sam, that's pretty awesome, glad you wrote it up. Nice job with the grant, good to know it went to one of us at cascade climbers!

Fat lady singing...

I think it's the Fred leaving the cards.

The accident that the ranger told you about is written up in the ANAM just received this week. The accident was attributed to a bad rap anchor, RIP fellow chossdawger.

Second that, sounds like it could be something more than typical muscular cramps that I've experienced.

Sounds terrible. Good job!

Prediction: M's get hot again in a couple of weeks and have a great September, only to fall a half game short of the final wild card spot. By losing the last game of the season in the 9th after leading the entire game. At home. Breaking the hearts and minds of the remaining fans.

Nice work for some "older" guys. Appreciate your style, staying away from the permits and taking a couple of nights to sleep in beds in between climbs, pretty smart.

Diligent boot moisture management is an age old problem. Here are some things that have worked for me: Bring extra footwear to wear around camp so the boots can dry out. I haven't done this in a while but using oven bags between the liner sock and wool sock can keep your boots dryer and supposedly stops the foot from sweating once it's wet. Kind of a PITA if you ask me but on a multi day trip could be useful. Also keeps your boot from getting wet from the inside. Changing socks occasionally and using some baby or gold bond powder helps. Trying to find a leather boot without a goretex liner might also be worthwhile. I hear Scarpa makes one. If you're walking around on wet snow all day, there's really not a lot that will keep your feet dry except a plastic boot.

I wonder if Juan is suffering from some early dementia, going up Bachelor Creek three times in the last year. Pretty strange story with the bear, I was sure you guys were making that up, partially due to witnessing John pranking random hikers about bears being close by. "Hey, watch out for the bear up there" Good job on the climb, great photos.

http://cascadeclimbers.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/1149152/Trip_Report_Issue#Post1149152

The timing of this photo looks suspiciously like the photographer had setup in hopes of catching some one swimming. Not today sucker! Fun day out there, the view of the East Ridge of Forbidden sure is alluring from the top of Boston, great views all around. I'd give the route a 3.5 out of 5 on the chossdawg rating scale.

Thats pretty strong work over 3 days!

Did you rap right at the end of the "dirt ledge"? If so, yes, you rapped too high in the gully, along with whoever put the tat in. We removed one from there a few years ago so it's not an unusual mistake. From what I can remember, you cross the dirt ledge to the "Black Notch" and then descend 100' of third and fourth class terrain (skiers left) to the next rap station located well into the gully.

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I believe this article contains a few hints as to the slowing of TR posting on CC.com. Much easier for savy folks to post on their own websites and paste a link on some of the climbing related boards. Too bad about the "old school" guys like McLean getting cut from sponsorships but understandable in today's advertising arena. http://www.outsideonline.com/2070866/social-media-screwing-over-explorers-iceland-coldest-crossing

There was no sign requiring a permit as of Saturday, just a sign stating the rules of entry past the gate on FS 38. I don't know if there was a sanctioned change or if someone just removed another sign but I didn't see anything mentioning a permit. No logging activity or WH personnel noted. Roads are currently in great shape, only a 24 minute ride down from the trailhead to the car.

Glad you guys got out ok. I accidentally descended off the south side of the W. Ridge of N. Twin on Saturday in low visibility. It cost an extra bit of very wet off trail travel. I haven't been lost in a long time. Good reminder that it's not real fun as I looked around very unfamiliar territory and realized I had screwed up.

For Sale, one Integral Designs South Col Bivy Sack $75. Good condition. Found this bad boy in the bottom of a gear tote. I really think I used this two nights, both on the snow in 2003. I can take Paypal and ship or local pickup is ok in the Everett area. Here's the specs from the website (I don't know that it's eVent but it's some 3 layer fabric and this one is heavier at 29oz and includes a "nylon" stuff sack): http://www.integraldesigns.com/product_detail.cfm?id=693 Based on the proven design of the South Col bivy, the eVent version of the South Col Bivy is designed for climbers looking for high performance and light weight. Made from lightweight 3oz. eVent 3-ayer fabric which uses the Dry System Technology TM and a lightweight coated nylon floor, staying dry won't be a problem. A wire-stiffened hood keeps the fabric off the face (no bugnet) and a 22"(56cm) low profile waterproof zipper (left or right) allows for ease of entry and increased venting. This bivy is the best option for the unexpected night out or the planned big wall sleepover. Dimensions Length: 92" (fits to 6ft 7") Width: 32"/81`cm at shoulders tapering to 22"/56cm at foot Girth: 69"/175cm at shoulders tapering to 55"/140cm at foot Weight: 22 oz. (630g) Packed Size: 15" x 3.5" (38 x 9cm) Silcoat stuff sack

Sounds difficult. Nice job! I look forward to the onslaught of debate around the declaration of the "first free redpoint ascent".