sepultura

I was surprised how profoundly saddened I am by his passing, Shapp is so right, we all knew how Dean's story would end, and yet I am still shocked. The world was such a better place knowing Dean was out there doing the things that none of us dared to do. I saw him more as a visionary and his controversial climbs as a protest to the miss management of our own public lands. I wish I had his courage. At first I was really angered by Chirp's comments about Dean, but I realize what a weak little man would make such statements about a person he never knew, and my faith in our species is diminished. Anger gives way to sadness. You are missed Dean Potter, the world needs more people like you.

Nice work! Congrats The Stars have aligned and this has certainly been the season for climbing on Colfax!

I think the route name is perfect, and fits in well with the other peaks. Even the USGS map calls the southern most summit of the Black Buttes the Lee Promontory, does anyone know what the history of that summit? has it even been climbed? The Black Buttes Quinary: Colfax, Assassin, Lincoln, Seward, and the Lee Promontory has most likely yet to be completed. Thanks guys for sticking with route names that make sense!

That's a sweet tick, and the FWA of Lincoln. Strong work and possibly the only other route to be put up on this peak?

Beautiful pics as usual Jason. Good job guys, it is a really fun, and seldom done route.

This pretty much kicks ass! Strong work gents. How many ponies did it take to get you to base camp?

Check out Turns All Year TR, Lowell was just on Eldorado .

Almost seems like we need a fourth category for best(worst?) suffer fest and/or climbs that we have failed at(is it possible for one of your favorite climbs to be one that you didn't complete?). This is getting complicated! I like!

No, it's not winter out there by a long shot, but you do what you have to! The Justus Route is by far the easiest way up Hall Peak, and finally Trent and I get to tag that thing. Thanks for joining us and sharing in the glory Jason!

So true NDrake, they are a really awesome boot. I think they were made for on trail hiking to the base of a nice Euro alpine climb and not choss dog Cascade approaches. Good luck finding a new pair, I think I will be stuck with some clunkers next season!

That's a bummer. My Carbon Rebels did the same thing after a couple seasons. I thought the boot failed prematurely compared to the use I have gotten out of other Scarpa boots. A drag because it was a really comfortable high performance shoe. I had water pouring in through the same size holes in the toe box on my last trip out with them. I probably should have sent them back to Scarpa but threw them in the dumpster instead.

Incredible photos J ! they say it all.

Another excellent choss dog tick, thanks for the inspiration Jason! it was another great adventure. TIM ! we missed ya on this one. Come on up to the Skag for some diving lessons and pony rides!

Thats hardcore Tom. Inspiring! Your willingness to suffer is legendary.

Looks like a great trip Dudes. Glad to see you were all under the wing of ths handsome international mountain guide Gordo Fausto! You just cant go wrong with The Fausto onboard. Great photo's Jason.

Great work guys! Glad you got it done!!!!

Awesome Guys, Steve lets keep these FSA's coming! Kit, are you sporting a orange marshmallow too? !

Thanks on that Whatcomboy! I will give them a shout! How was Avy Gulch holding up?

Going down to Shasta for the first time next week and I am looking for current info. Wondering if anyone can tell me if the Wintun-Hotlum Route is still in shape for a ski descent, or advice on what route would be best right now for skis or boots. Looking to summit with the family so easier routes are what we had in mind. Thanks!

Wow, congrats! just drove by Graybeard today on the way to ski the pass with Trent whom I climbed Graybeard NF with in 2006- and we were remarking how it has not been climbed in awhile due to the warmer temps we have been experiencing by the time the HWY opens up these last few years. And when I got home here is your TR. glad you survived, that face is a beast!

I wanna know more about this "secret place to park"...did it require bolt cutters?

Small detail but important for visiting climbers: The Ghost is in Alberta Nothing quite like it, go check it out!

Mountain God or Pumpkin head, you make the call......

Truth is, nothing goes down as easy in the alpine as a flask of smooth Canadian Hunter, and easy on the pocket book too. Ask a mountain guide...Gordo Fausto always pack a jug for clients and friends! Gordo knows, and now so do you!

Looks like another great day! That John Walker Lindh can ski! He needs a Yasser Arafat Keffiyeh blowing in the winter wind !