Mark_Husbands

duh.

for clarification, those look like crampomatics. new-matics have strap in front, bail in back. like a pair of mullets for your feet.

bump. OBO.

bump. OBO.

bump.

Indexworth?

sequim?

mazama

everett

One of the photos makes it look rectangular but its a mummy

Its a Bozeman (I'm pretty sure) from 97 or 98 or so. I'll look for tags. I can also get a measurement later, but I'm one of those 5'7" types with a long torso (and by implication, short legs). So I figur a 5'8" - 5'10" male would be a likely good fit.

http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/504/2505FOR014A-med.jpg

FS: Asolo AFS 101 Size 9.5. Excellent Shape. 150 bucks. I used these on 23 day Mt. Foraker trip. Therefore, they never touched rock or scree and the soles are almost like new. Shells show minimal wear. I wear a 8.5 street shoe and these fit very big on me. On a bigger foot these would make a good technical plastic. They are quite warm. I wore overboots only on summit day. They were probably not necessary then. They have two layers of laces on the shell, but the inner boot only has an overlap with velcro. Seems to work. These boots now have new superfeet insoles. I used a custom insole in them and lost the originals. Someone from Seattle may want to try them on; let me know. http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/503/2505P10100461-med.JPG http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/503/2505P1010049-med.JPG http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/503/2505P1010053-med.JPG Mark

FS: Dana Astralplane, late 90's. size M. 200 bucks. Used on a variety of trips but in good shape. No tears or repairs, some stains. I put some gear loops on for you free of charge! Lid becomes a fanny pack. But then, who needs a fanny pack with a 3 inch thick waist belt? Buy this and carry an enormous quantity of stuff! Bring an espresso maker and a cast iron pancake griddle for yer girl. I'm married and my back is injured so I can't use this anymore. Heavy, durable, carries big loads well. Good West Butt pack. http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/503/2505P1010045-med.JPG http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/503/2505P1010043-med.JPG http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/503/2505P1010042-med.JPG Mark

For Sale: 200 bucks Down Bag made by small shop Santa Cruz Down Works, about 10yrs. old, used on King Trench, Mt. Logan and Sultana Ridge, Mt. Foraker. Good bag for expedition style slog-o-climbing like those mentioned or West Buttress Denali. I don't have any exact product details since its from an obscure maker, but this thing is very, very, fat and warm. name brand -20 bags looked anemic next to this thing, and I can testify to its comfortable use to -40 deg. (Logan). Sadly, it's also pretty heavy; I'm guessing 6+ lbs. If I can get a scale I'll post the weight. Shell is basic taffeta nylon, full draft collar, and one of those superfat zippers from the 90's. Longer than my reg. length bag from Marmot. Comes with VBL with these little ties that attach to little loops in the bag. Never used them myself because you always need to dry the VBL out anyhow. Also comes with green cotton storage sack. If I can find it I'll throw in a no-frills compression sack I used on it on Foraker. The sleeping bag has always been kept nice and dry in its storage sack, and has only been used on the two trips mentioned. Professionally cleaned after each trip before deep storage. It's in excellent shape. The VBL has that slight mildewy smell like an old tent, but the urethane coating isn't coming of or anything alarming like that. For all I know it's from this goddamn apartment which also smells like an old tent. You should always start a new lease in Seattle in the winter, because that's when the mold grows up the walls. Photos of bag below: http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/516/2505P1010040-med.JPG http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/516/2505P1010039-med.JPG http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/516/2505P1010030-med.JPG http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/516/2505P1010027-med.JPG http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/516/2505P1010028-med.JPG http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/data/503/2505P1010038-med.JPG This bag is not high-tech but will meet the requirement for Denali at a pretty good price. Takes up considerable space, fits nice in Dana Astralplane, also in Yard Sale. Mark

wisdom

they're often sold in lots, but individually I've seen them for 10 bucks. cheaper in lots. obviously i'm not talking prescription here. i sometimes use contacts for day climbing, but i still want some shard protection.

anyone ever use clear industrial type safety glasses for ice climbing?

so the rocker of the crampon fits the rocker of the boot OK? I've had problems with flat rockered boots leaving gaps.

Anyone use Grivel Crampomatic G-14s on Lowa Civettas? How is the fit?

I came here for a poll. where is the damn poll?

rambles

i like to keep a slew of BD 17s on clippers for intermediate pro. i keep 2 22s on back of harness for anchors. i keep some (or none, depending) shorty or 360 screws on individual biners for specialty placements. then i load up the front loops with screamers, runners, draws. that's just what I do. i might take more than 5 17s if the pitches are full length and the ice fat enough to take a bunch. 7?

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