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I was out in the CDA mountains yesterday and there were significant snow patches at about 5000'. I imagine you will likely have an extra 2-3 miles of hiking each way. Not too bad.

Possibly coming to the west side this week for some rock. Do you just have afternoons or all day on week days?

If it doesn't happen for you this week I am on vacation the 22-30. PM me if you like. Of course you want to do it in a day.

Project...Let's do it. Grey band wasn't that bad. The grey does make things a bit more difficult due to smearing friction.

I dig shorts over PP. You dorks are missing the point. Typical westsida's. Concerned only of fashion and looking good as opposed to .... Shorts over PP very nice.

One Cinch in good shape. I have a Grigri and have decided I like it more. $30 and I'll cover USPS Priority shipping to you, if you are in the US. Check or Cash is fine.

Thanks for the inquiries. I found someone for both days.

Looking for someone to do some multipitch stuff on the 11th and or 12th. Would prefer to put the emphasis on more climbing and less walking....kind of wimpy. I can tolerate the hour or two approach. Leading up to 5.10. Swinging leads would be fine. I'll lead everything if I have to. Please be able to follow 10's. Montana or Leavenworth. PM me. Joe

Going to try and get up Ibex on Monday. Anyone else want to go?

I have a couple unfinished lines on the next one up the valley to the north on your way into Two Mouth. It has better pro and is a little steeper. Apparantly Jim Langdon did a line on it in the 70's.

I like to top rope. I don't understand what's wrong with a little tr'ing?

Having some knowledge of fire code stuff I can tell you that sprinkler codes, or any expensive code change, will not be required of the night club unless they do a remodel to their occupancy. I believe the term is Grandfathering. If it is really that big of a nuisance then the other neighbors may be po'd as well? Why don't you guys get together and go talk to the nightclub owner about their clientel. This DOES work but it will require a lot of effort on your part. Also, you can call 911 and complain like everyone else. Eventually the cops will take notice and they will lean on the establishment owner's. That's how it works over here FWIW. joe.

So, Before I go up there and get access permanantly closed because I didn't know the proper etiquette would someone please give me the scoop on routes/parking etc? Pm Me if it is super private hush hush kind of stuff. I have heard about the parking area but I would like to confirm it and who to ask for permission. You can also call me. I would also be up for a tour. I am a semi reliable partner. Thanks! Joe 208/755/9008

My dogs have just as much mountaineering experience as some of the nice folks who post on this site. They are not trained in crevasse rescue but they are always positive.

Did it with a friend on Super Bowl Sunday. I concur with the solid 5 grade. Didn't do the mixed chimney start. Someone was there before us and left a omega screw as a bailer?! Joe

Let's go to banks and get some. I have gear and some experience. PM Me

Cmon. You know you want some. I would really like a partner. Almost any skill level.

Up on the 28th. Be back late on the 1st. Cheap Trip. Let's do some Ice.....

For Sale. You pay the shipping. Wild Country Matrix Ziplock. Very good condition. I don't know the size. I have a 32 waist. Lots of room left. This season only. No lead falls $30 Trango Cinch. Good condition. $30 2 Ti Charlet Ice Screws 19cm. Barely used. $20 Each 1 Ti HB Ice screw. Never used 17cm $20 More to come........

I know of a place far worse than REI. You should feel lucky you get ANY benefits.

Either Or both this weekend?

Did Sancho's on Sunday the 1st. Nice way to get up the west side. Take a couple #4 friends.

Thanks

How hard is it to descend the N side of sherpa pass to Mtnr creek? Will the E ridge of Sherpa require any rappels? Please help. Joe

c'mon should be good. Brian M? Anyone? Nice and easy.