lunger

for me, strap-on crampons on approach shoes worked well for the short-ish traverse on Stuart glacier (and ice axe, as indicated above an unmitigated fall would be costly). two summers ago there was an over-cammed #4 Camalot stuck in the Gendarme OW--looked like a 3.5 would work fine. of course the hex is lighter, but perhaps less readily 'walked'. I used a big booty hex, don't know which number. as i recall the crux is short and difficulty quickly moderates. the Gendarme definitely adds to the climb. have fun! [ 08-09-2002, 04:12 PM: Message edited by: lunger ]

Did an early October ascent of Fisher Chimneys years ago, thought it scenic, varied, and fun. No brush (which is apparently a moot issue for either of the debated routes), and awesome berries. Recommend it--do it in a day for max effect. What's this top 100 shite?

Got to know this cat "grizzly" throughout the weekend; first through last impressions limn a competent, sturdy, and steadfast mountain bro, who acted admirably. Freak of nature. Deserves the recognition hands down.

Can anybody edify re: current condition of pocket glacier, or approach conditions/suggestions in general? Planning early- or mid-July ascent. Looks almost as committing as The Toof. TIA.

Thanks for the info. Sunday offered ideal conditions (firm snow up, softer on the descent) which made for an unexpectedly casual daytrip--back to the car early afternoon. Couldn't peel ourselves away from the S. Bro summit; basked in the sun for about an hour, admiring the outstanding views into the Olympics. A modest haze veiled most of the Cascades. Gorgeous day up there! No 'natural' rockfall, but while on the summit we heard some careless climbers scrambling the final 150' send rock down the main route. Reportedly they very nearly dicked some unfortunate followers. (A modicum of care on that slope should prevent rockfall.) Wear your lid and beware the hazard presented by those above. We made a speedy (but careful) descent for this reason, well aided by that incredibly convenient glissade! All tolled, a thoroughly enjoyable trip on a spectacular mountain.

Anybody been up to the Brothers since this good TR(the last couple weeks)? Daytrip planned Sunday. Any input on condtions appreciated, as are route suggestions on S Brother. Sounds like snowshoes are unnecessary.

POMB, nice work. Which route did you take? Thinking of a daytrip to S. Bro later this week/weekend, snowboard/shoes. Have never been; in your opinion, worth taking the snowboard?

those were my fumes you smelled Dan, skunkweed without the weed. Saturday was picture-perfect; did Sunday weather prohibit your summit?