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Lowe Alpine Summit Attack SOLD TNF Duffle Bag SOLD 40 Overboots SOLD BD Bod Harness SOLD A big thanks to the buyers! Everything else is still up for grabs.

Gotta make room for the season... Denali Gear For Sale - Lowe Alpine Summit Attack backpack/stuff sack (red) 2003 model 1800cu in. asking $20 obo - OR water bottle insulator (red) 2003 model. asking $10 - OR Gorilla Windstopper Balaclava Size Large (black) 2003 model. asking $10? - OR Mt Baker Modular Mittens with 2 pairs of double pile liners (black) 2002 model. $50? - Forty Below Overboots K2 Superlights Size Medium (red) 2003 model. asking $60 obo - Mountain Hardwear Overboots Size Medium fits US Mens 11 (charcoal grey) 2003 model $50? - The North Face Duffel Bag Size Large (red) 2003 model. asking $65 obo - Black Diamond Bod Harness Size Large (grey) 2002 model. asking $20 - Black Diamond Mentor Harness Size Large (black/orange) asking $20? - Black Diamond Cobra Tool Set: 1 adze, 1 hammer, BD leashes included, + extra set of new Alaska picks. In new/excellent condition. asking $425 obo. - Black Diamond Ice Pack L50: 3050 cu in. (orange/black) 2003 model. Asking $80 obo - Feathered Friends Volant Duvet Pants men’s size XXL (fits 32-36 in waist) 800fill + 2oz + suspender system (red epic material). Asking $150 obo. - Hilleberg Nammatj 3GT Expedition Tent. 5 season tent sleeps 3 in luxury. Min weight: 6lb, 8 oz. Packed weight: 8lbs, 1oz. Asking $400 obo. Check out www.hilleberg.com for stats. Buyer should be willing to pay for shipping. Please ship me to the following: Patagonia Chile. Everything is in EXCELLENT condition or better. Any questions regarding the gear please feel free to ask!

Bought last season, and NEVER used. (Havent even been outside) Sat in the closet. Picks are new, and havent been filed. One hammer, and one adze makes a dandy combination. Asking 400.00 obo as I paid a ridiculous $269.00 each! Also includes BD Lockdown leashes. If you have any questions or need a photo feel free to email me.

Take it easy and crash at Ill Saddle. Make sure the conditions are PERFECT and then giver her a go. With all gendarmes (direct) should be 12-16 hours. Traversing should take 6-10 hours roughly. Or bite off a smaller piece to start out with and do Leuthold Col with the Upper Buttress of Yocum to get a moderate dosage of the terrain for the next time. Just remember there are still more difficult routes than this one on the little hill that could!

Thought to add my 2 cents... Im 190lbs 6'2", and a very hard skier. I was very aprehensive going to the Dynafit system, but have become a true believer. Currently on the new Dynafit tour system, Dynafit TLT 4 pro's, and Tua Hydrogens. A very lightweight system that allows awesome variability. Also might I add that I have now taken many good cliff drops (20+ feet) without incident to any of the gear. Check out Lou Dawson's website at www.wildsnow.com for some interesting information. Many people who say they are having pre-release problems (or any problems for that matter ie entry/exit/releasing the heel) simply havent taken a good look at the system as it was intended. Lou's site is quite comprehensive as he is probably the most significant force behind the Dynafit movement here in the USA. I you have any questions feel free to contact me!

Men's size 11.5 and the perfect boot for taking on Denali or any 8000 m peak. Asking 425.00 usd OBO as they are new and in the box straight from the factory. I wont be going to Denali this year so I might as well use the finances honing rock skills...or pay student loans? Nah, I'll go climbing! Anyhow, here's some beta for the gear guru's out there: Vasque's new Ice 9000 double boot raises the bar for performance in extended expedition and alpine climbing. Using a revolutionary composite, it's significantly lighter and warmer than any other comparable boot available. If you're ready to go light year ahead of the competition, you're ready for Vasque. The Ice 9000 introduces a series of significant technical innovations that raises the standard for double boot mountaineering footwear. The composite Exo-Therm™ upper is superior in performance to both leather and plastic. The clear "fingers" of the injection molded Pebax external lacing system work with the Gigaro low friction hardware to enhance fit, lacing, and protection. Supported by a full-length carbon fiber lasting board that provides excellent underfoot protection and support with very little weight, an EVA midsole offers lightweight impact absorption and crucial insulation underfoot. The Ice 9000 also features Stretch Cordura in the tongue gusset and ankle collar to ease entry and the 11mm Ergo-Therm™ inner boot uses 6mm of Aveo foam and can be thermally molded by the user for a more customized fit.. The Skywalk® Fitzroy outsole is crampon compatible and uses Stealth® high friction rubber to enhance mixed-use performance. Exo-Therm™ is a patented 4-layer composite material that is lightweight, flexible, durable and warm. Comprised of a TPU (thermoplastic urethane) outer layer, a Kevlar nylon mesh layer, a Mylar film layer, and an inner layer of Aveo foam, the resulting composite is superior in performance - more waterproof than leather, more flexible than plastic, and warmer than both. • Exo-therm™ Composite Upper Fabric • Insulated Footbed • Ergo-therm liner Insulation • Drilex Lining • EVA Midsole • Skywalk Fitzroy with Stealth MT Rubber Outsole • Full perimeter rubber Rand • Padded Collar • Crampon Compatible

This was an oddity when I found a left boot of Asolo Otomillas. Size 9 mens. Found in the "bivy" last week on a scouting trip on Cathedral Ridge. If these are yours...what the hell are you doing & where is the other boot?!?

Thats odd 'cause I just bought size 11's as well and according to the USPS post scale they are 6lb 12oz with Superfeet insoles. I dont know where approximately 1 whole pound couldve been missed between yours and mine! Either way theyre much better with the reinforcement of the liners.

Not a typo...3.50 ounces different. All the flippin' gear guides are smokin crack or weighing oversized shells, etc. The Lasers look much heavier, but they simply are not. Does anyone know of a RELIABLE company that weighs thier stock of BC gear? I know pro mountain does this, but they dont have ski equipment. Anyone know how to lighten the Lasers a few ounces so that I can piss off some more Dynafit gurus?

Okay so I tried both the TLT 4 and the new Laser and at a size 11 they are believe it or not only 3.5 oz diffent! What the hell?! Do people go with the Dynafits just to look like Sting or am I missing something? The Lasers look heavier than they are. Kinda pisses one off.

Looking for an ultralight pair of boots for 70% touring/30% skiing. Looking at the competition, it looks to come down to the Dynafit TLT 4 Pro and the Scarpa Laser both with the thermo liners. Has anyone had any experience with the Dynafit? Is it powerfull enough for pushing the ******* cascade crud? Either is warm enough for expedition use, but how to size for altitude/touring comfort while still being able to crank is the question! Any other ideas? THE SNOWS COMING SOON...I PROMISE...(snow dance)-->>

Im looking for someone who might have some beta on the South Buttress of Denali. Seems like everyones slogging rather than climbing. Any help would be much appreciated.

Has anybody had the chance to give one of these things a good beating? Any better than the Wild Things Andinista? Ive tortured my Cloud 6500 with many happy days carrying a 1.2lb 4500 cu in pack for a summit day. Just wanted to bring up some other's pro's vs con's of these coveted packs. How well do these carry? YOUR IDEAS?

How are the Civetta's for weight? How stiff comparatively?

Looking to replace my lead koflach's.(pieces of krap) Thinking about the Lasportiva Trango Extremes or Scarpa Alphas with intuition liners...Does anybody have any ideas on these two creatures for use in semi technical alpine climbing? ie Sandy Headwall, Yocum Ridge, Sunset Amphitheatre? How warm are the Trangos? How delicate are the Alphas? LET THE DEBATES BEGIN!

Pulled a #3 BD Camalot and a .75 HB while down at Lover's Leap. Both were EXTREMELY overextended while on a 5.7. Sad for them, happy for me. Beau ti full down there.

check out www.footworx.com. awesome orthotics/insoles with different densities of foam. pure custom fitting, and great service

Is anyone interested in climbing the full West Rib next season? Looking for a 2-3 man team. Must have prior experience on the hill prior. Probable 4 week commitment early next season.

Thanks for the beta Wayne. Do you happen to know where there's any more detailed info on the individual routes? Just looking for a new project for next season...Seems to be one of the last adventurous climbs for the Hood.

Im trying to collect some beta on Mt Hood's Black Spider Rte. Does anyone have anything? It seems like everybody "ascends" Yocum, while the BS is relatively untouched.

Finally someone's got the idea, and the purity is amazing! I bought this Hilleberg tent after a total of 3 Bibler tents, a Marmot, and a recent SD Hercules. Seeing the light I have now come to be a believer in the Hilleberg series as they have proven to be of the utmost quality. Super light at 7lb 9oz with all the snow goodies it is also so roomy that 4 could easily sleep in it if using the vestibule. (and have room to cook as in a Megamid!) And its a double wall! The vestibule is open floor so you can build benches, cooking platforms, etc...so many options. Easy entrance allows one to "dust off" before even considering opening the inner tent so its easy to keep things dry/clean. Venting is well taken care of with two HUGE vents on either end, and the door provides even more. The only possible downside is that its a huge bombshelter taking up a bit too much space for really technical climbs, but for probably 90% its a hotel for the same weight as a Bibler with the vestibule, etc! Customer satisfaction is amazing. Petra the owner/manager in Washington had it shipped next day, and hand inspected it for me! I am not one to rave about many things, but just felt that someone else may be missing out on a great line of shelters. If youre in the market for a 4 season tent, and tired of shelling out insane amounts of $$$ for little room do check these out.

Currently have a team of 4 (2 male, 2 female) looking for any others out there interested in a June ascent of Denali this upcoming season (03). The route is the Washburn with the possibility of Upper West Rib. Ladies are invited/encouraged to join! Planning on June 3-30th. Everyone so far is taking A/T skis. All in the Portland Metro. Conditioning hikes/climbs throughout the winter. Estimated cost R/T is about 1300.00 usd not including private gear. If youre interested, post or email. Namaste, Shalom, & Berg Heil!

My climbing partner and I modified his Megamid with about 20 ft of 1 ft nylon rip stop. Sew a 1 ft extension to the bottom of the meg mid all the way around. Pile snow around the tent on top of the new fly material, and whala! A super sturdy light weight 4 season tent that has proven to us that it can withstand 60+ mph winds w/o flapping to death. You should be able to find plenty of room up there...at least we did last season!

Last trip I took a bibler, and found out that thier quality has gone downhill. Saw alot of MH Trango 2-3's doing quite well up there if weight isnt an issue... I just purchased a new Hilleberg Nammatj 3GT which will definitely be the ticket. Under 8 lbs, sleeps 3 comfy, and a MASSIVE vestibule that you can actually cook/live in! (Its more like a Bibler Fitxroy with a Megamid for a vestibule. Much more wind resistant than dome style tents, and the customer service is astonishing! Can we say same day delivery for no extra charge with a 30% discount?!? Its also a double wall which can be nice on Denali.

Last trip to Denali I had the Millet Everest boots, and vowed to never strap into them again...I am interested in using my Arctis Expes with the intuition liners. Has anyone had much experience with these? Will they pack out too much for a return trip to the Big Mac? Warmer? Does durability suffer? Any info would be a tremendous help. Thnx