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What size is it? and what size are they looking for?? Most outdoor retailers follow this policy (no returns on tech, or hardware). Last year a friend of mine took a brand new, unused, tags still attached, helmet back to REI. They finally did exchange it, but only after a long drawn out arrgument.

I took a 2 day course on Mt. Hood last year. 1 day in the classroom the other in the field. It was tought by Glenn Kessler, one of the lead climbing rangers on Rainier. The course was Recommended by both the American and Canadian Avalanche Association. I highly recommend this course. You might be able to find info about it at MountainSavvy.com

My grandfather used to own a butcher shop. He sold three types of hot dogs. People didn't buy to many of the cheapest ones. So, he raised the price. Soon after, those dogs became the top seller.

I use the ID Unishelter and have never been let down. Weather being covered in snow at Rainier or stuck inside it for 12 hours during a down pour at Glacier Peak. The material on the inside walls always stayed dry. The horseshoe zipper makes it easy to enter and exit. Last month on St. Helens I had my boots and pack inside because of high winds (I have the Exp. length) there is a good amount of room inside.

I have a Garuda single wall and was wondering what others have used to waterproof the fabric on the bottom of the tent (the reinforcement patches where the poles insert). And can I use the same thing on the nylon bottom as well as the other fabric??

Last I checked, REI would not rent crampons to those using regular hiking boots. You had to bring them in and prove that they were rigid enough before they would rent to you. Last October a buddy of mine used Stubia Aluminum strap-ons on Mt. Daniel with no problems. I would think they would work fine on Hood. You can pick them up for around $80.

Does anyone know where I can get a replacement side shield for my Julbo glacier glasses? Or How to get in contact with the company??

MSR has issued a consumer notification regarding all Denali Ascent and red Denali Classic snowshoes manufactured between Sept. and Nov. 2001. These snowshoes were made with a different plastic that tends to crack under extreme flexing or hard impacts. Check the bottom of your shoes for any of these codes: 9/01 or X/01 or Y/01. If you have shoes with any of these codes they can be exchanged through a local retailer or by calling MSR at (800) 531-9531.

Check out SPORTSETC.com They have info on upcoming triathlons, mt. biking, paddling, marathons........you name it.

My neighbor owns a small house that has a converted shed, 1 room, small bathroom, no kitchen but you can share the kitchen inside the house. $350 month. In the Covington area.

It really comes down to what you need the crampons for? Ice climbing, or glacier travel? You can get away with wearing the boots for most all your climbing activities. But the crampons these days are generally designed for a specific use.

Last year my climbing partner picked up a new pair of La Sportiva Makalu boots for his 9 year old son. The reason for return, as stated on tag, read "didn't fit". He paid $17.00 for them.

I have noticed that many gear lists for Denali suggest using 2 pads... a therm-a-rest and the ridge rest. Combined they offer an R value of 5.2. and weight of 30ozs (3/4 length ultra light and full length ridge rest). I currently use a Mt. Hardware High Mt. 60. R value is 6.75 and weighs 32ozs. While the overall thickness of the combo is 1.63" (compaired to 1.125"), 4 ounces lighter and 12" longer....The Mt. Hardware pad has a higher R value. What do you all think is a better choice?

They never plow all the way to the trail head. They stop about 1/2mi short of the turn off to the dirt road. Once on the dirt road, the trail head is another 8-10 miles in. If you want to do a winter climb you better have a snowmobile to get you there.

I had the same conserns with my paclite jacket. After a long seaded glissade I realized I was sitting on the tail of the jacket......no problems. I don't worry about it as much now.

I just received a tent that I bought on e-bay. The seller said he never used it...that I believe. What I don't believe is the smell of nasty funk when I crawled in it. I washed the stuff sack and nylon ground cloth in the washer (hung to dry), those smell April fresh. What im wondering is....would it do any harm to soak the tent in the tub with some laundry detergent then rinse it off?? Its a single wall if that makes a difference. Kinda smells like this guy-

I have the Alta altimeter that tomdav just spoke of. Had it for two years now. I like it. Once you learn it, its very easy to use and read. you can pick them up on e-bay for about $70.

Check out e-bay before this afternoon if your looking for the I tent. It includes the vestible and ground cloth. Bidding is up to $460 and it closes at 12:54pm. Item number 1058529161. No, Im not selling it. Just hoping to save some fellow climbers some cash. I e-mailed the seller, he said it comes complete and is in perfect condition.

OKAY!! I get the picture. Thanks to everyone for responding. I had to make a quick decision because there was a brand new Garuda tent on e-bay. I just picked it up for $250. I was looking at the I-tent but because my partner is 6'3" I quickly changed my mind. The way I read it, Bibler kicks ass but this Garuda tents carry weight is 5lbs. 11oz. and it has 31s.f. of floor space. And my behemith partner wont be touching the front and back walls.

Im looking at getting a single wall. Since I have never used one before, thought I'd ask.....are they worth it here in the PNW? Will be using it only on snow (Hood, Rainier, Daniel etc.) How about Garuda tents??