Bill_Simpkins

I used to do that , when I was a gumby. There is a major problem with it though. On a popular hike or climb, and it's too hot. You have to take off you poly-props from underneathe your shorts. Story: In my gumby days Climb'n Bill was coming down from Sahale. I was leaning on a big boulder trying to take my poly-props off from beneathe my shorts. I would normally just expose myself to the mountain breeze but there was quite a few people up there. Anyways I managed to get one leg free, then when I got the left leg of my poly-props around my ankle, I lost balance from the boulder and started hopping around on one foot(the one that had a shoe on). Right as my shorts fell down to around my knees and the 2nd moon was full , a ranger walked around the corner and saw me hopping around on one foot bare-assed in a meadow with my shorts around my knees and my props around my ankles. It looked pretty bad. Moral of the Story: DON'T WEAR SHORTS OVER POLY-PROPS!!!!! NEVER!!!!!! buy schoeller.

I now have a BD Raven Pro. I love it. p=mv.

underneath stairs. sling the stairs and clip them like pro. Good for roof technique. I do this all the time.

That route he has marked out on the South Twin is a bear compared to the way that follows a neat little trail up between the peaks(on the left before the creek crossing, there are ribbons), then up a snowfield to about 1/4 the way up the ridge . His way follows the ridge completely. I did this last year. There was a ton of 'wacken and it took a long time. The sqeeters were out of control, they chased us up to the summit! The forest was nice and purty though.

Good Job! The tooth was my first lead, back in the Stone Age. (Don't tell Dan Larson that, he was following. ) Lead it with a couple chocks, two tricams and one large hex (thats all I had at the time.). Did the 5.6 variation on the last pitch. My pack was a bit heavy too! May go back soon for old times sake. -By the way, can you get away with one rope on the raps? I think I call an intermediate anchor on the last one before Pinnaple Pass.

Found this while surfing around. The pictures and choice of peaks are great! Who's site is this anyways? web page I personally like the Mt. Triumph and Mt. Sefrit climb photos. There is no chestbeating either. Whoever put this together, thanks! I forgot my camera while climbing some of these peaks, and it's nice to go here and look at those places again.

Not to argue with JoshK, but in Atkins's defense, my dad lost 50 pounds and kicked his diabetes last year from the Atkin's diet. My mom lost 30 pounds, and they are happy as ever. Their colesterol also went way down, and my dad even wants to go hiking with me. They still eat lots of green veggies though. Just something you may want to consider. Cheers. Bill

I second that.

double bowline backed up with grapevine

BD Spectre Ice Beak: Never used, great condition, but has been on rack. Little weathering. $25.00+shipping BD Zero-Point ice axe. Just like the Arc Light. Was my main axe for 2 years. Has wear and tear from talus and scree but has LOTS of life left in it. Solid Axe. $40.00+shipping XL OR Gaitors. Normal wear and tear plus a 5 or 6 patched up crampon slices. Good repairs. $30.00 OBO, or trade for size L.+shipping Possible trade for anything....especially I want a #0 or #5 Technical Friend. If you don't like the price, make an offer and I'll think about it.

I don't have one, and don't want one. It just looked looks like a good deal for someone who does.

70 m = 20 between, and 25 each kiwi coiled. sounds good to me. If you are really concerned, maybe bring 10-20 meters of 7mm cord each to extend reppels lines if needed.. Or each carry a light 30 m rope and use a 50 m rope between. Just ideas.

"There are old climbers and bold climbers, but there are no old-bold climbers" ---uhhhhhh, yeah there are..... ( Nice quote, but used too often when lazyness or nerves kick in. )

Thanks.

Why the two axes? Doesn't look that steep and the snow looks soft. Just wondering, not questioning judgement or abilities. Maybe the pictures don't explain well.

Sweet Deal Don't know how long it will last.

He didn't have daisies or aiders on. That's all I know. He Was actually full on hand jamming with them.

I saw an old video clip of Alex Lowe crack climbing with leather gloves. Comments?

-This route might have double rope reppels, and we only brought one rope. -Dude...... -45 minute approach? -The rock might be wet from the rain a few days ago. -Too far to drive. -I have to do laundry.

"New Age" crap.

TYPO: I meant 50 pounds not 5.

Yep...Heel down....relax...breathe... maybe your not getting enough climbing in. The more I get in, the less often this occurs. At home, stand on your tippy toes for a long time with weights in hands. Like 5 pounds or so.

Mike, That sucks. Hope you get better soon. Take it easy. When you get up here, we'll get you some get well . -Bill

OR Croc gaiters size, XL, Blue, 2 years old. Very used. One has about 4-5 crampon slashes in it and was repaired with seam grip. The repairs are very solid and held up great on all last year. The other is perfect except for one small puncture that was also fixed.They are still FULLY functional and have many years of use ahead of them. They are too big for my new setup. I will sell them for $35 OBO, or possible trade for size L.

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