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Yeah Alan, I'm still a miniwsnker too. Who knows with this board? Anyway, I originally posted this just because I thought that, though it doesn't run with my ideas on climbing, it is a pretty awesome accomplishment at age 20. Have fun y'all, Jimbo.

Was up there a couple of weeks ago, and was way too much soft snow. 1. Road was still gated about 5 miles before Phelps creek trailhead. We hiked it anyway for some reason. 2. Snow started about 1/2 way to Leroy creek cutoff on Phelps creek trail. Super steep part on Leroy snow free. Much snow after reaching Leroy basin. 3. Slide activity rampant on all aspects, at all elevations above Leroy basin. Regular descent from Maude to Leroy basin a timebomb waiting for someone to set it off. 4. Seven Fingered Jack easily climbed via soft snow and a 300 yd. neve gully to final easy snow field. Better views than Maude a couple of years ago when WA was burning down. Any more questions, let me know. Jimbo

I seem to recall the Chilliwack variation to be the faster. And it's pretty.

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Hey frosty, that was a pretty nice whip on to a slider nut on 3rd Pillar of Dana a couple of years back!

I spent a week at Schurman & climbed the Emmons in June and had absolutely no probs with my Trango S boots. Granted, sleeping in the ranger hut might have had something to do with comfort level, but my feet were never cold climbing high on the mountain. Just wear good socks and have fun.

Still for sale? Check PM's.

Cool. Thanks for the word,and the bolt replacement! Any other input is appreciated.

DCramer or anyone else, any useful beta for Sonic Reducer @ Index? Does it need extensive cleaning? Are the bolts all old & scary, or ok? I want to start working on this soon, and will try ground up if bolts will take many falls. If not, then will go for TR rehearsal until doable or I get frustrated go home. Does anyone ever climb this route? Thanks for any info. Jimbo

The bicycle will not be needed after next week. Most excellent!! Is the forest service doin' the fixin', or locals?

Hey frosty, you're givin' away my secrets! Seriously though, the running downhill does work. I find it is key to go down & sideways if possible in order to get tension in the cord as soon as possible. Doesn't always work if there is no sideways. Slabs are oh so much more fun if you know you can fall without the cheese grater effect. I will be back in the B'ham and Snohomish area Monday or Tuesday, so if anyone is looking to go play on slabs at Squamish, D'town (with bicycle), or Static give me a shout. I have the entire month of May work free!! Jimbo

West Marine just about anywhere in Puget Sound area. Tacoma included.

Superfly's do fall apart, but they are still my favorite approach/climbing shoe. Very light and comfy. Even though mine are coming apart, the sole is still attatched to the laces, and I still use them. Well worth it for the discontinued price I've seen.

Thanks for the info. (and spellcheck) I have found reference to the Ice Pit, but could not find contact info, or location. PM the contact if you don't mind. Munising sounds good as well. I checked out climbingcentral.com, but had a hard time telling where some of the areas are. Thanks again.

I'm going to be in Sturgeon Bay, WI, working, for three weeks. Anyone know about ice climbing in the area? The north shore of Lake Superior looks too far. Anything on the south shore, or closer to the Green Bay area? Thanks for any info.

Not one of the ones you asked about, but I'll give a vote for the BD Shadow. Just got this winter & I love it. Did a lot of research between the two you mention and the BD packs. Shadow seemed like the best compromise of capacity, weight, and function.

Any figure 8 belay/rappel device. (I've got one, and have never abused my ropes with it.) I love my .4 camelot, but aliens are better.

I am planning on going up there around Nov. 15. Don't have a partner yet. Will be in B'ham on the 14th. Anything in mind? I was kinda thinking Rampart Creek hostel, but having not been to the are before I am open. PM if you're down. Jimbo

Another nice trip Darin! I made it out to Static Point for the first time this past summer & was seriously intrigued by the amount of other granite in the area. Good to hear someone is out gettin' it. BTW, I was the other guy with Sol on the Dreamer a few years back when we made it down way late. Love to do some exploring/climbing with you next summer, when I become a full time PNW resident again. , Jimbo

Can't remember the name, but Joe Josephson has a new, and supposedly comprehensive, guide to Montana and Northern Wyoming. Cody, Hyalite, etc. If it's anything like his Canadian Rockies guide, it'll be top notch. Cheers, Jimbo

Campus Burger in Ellensburg. Pizza place in Roslyn. Excellent pizza & good beer.

Howz the Rampart Creek Hostel? Looks like a good location.

You could probably do it yourself using the swages and tools at West Marine on Meridian. They have a self use rigging bench. Can also make homemade heads for aiding.

I could easily make it there for all of next week. Have to be back in S.F. Sat. October 23. I have also been wanting to check out R.R., and the grades you suggest sound perfect. P.M. or email at: jimboshokes@earthlink.net if interested.

You talkin' Dark Star? If so it is Temple Crag/Third Lake/Palisades area/Eastern Sierra. See Good, Great, Awesome for all the shizzle.