rswierkos

Thanks for the replies. I like the idea of buying one half rope now and a second later when I can afford it. Is it difficult learning to manage the two ropes? Is the belay hard to master?

I currently have one 10mm 60meter dry rope that I use for everything (glacier climbs, alpine trad and sport). I'm thinking about springing for a second rope in the 8mm range that I can use for both glacier climbs and as a second rope for double-rope rappels on alpine routes. Would a lighter rope like this be a good option for both disciplines? Any recommendations on what has worked for other people? Any advice is appreciated!

My climbing partner and I are avid summer climbers looking to gain experience on early season climbs (and eventually winter). We'd like to climb one of the volcanoes the last week of March and were looking at the Easton Glacier on Baker as a possibility due to it's moderate grade. Looking for any beta on this route this time of year...are snowshoes/skis a must? Is this route avalanche prone in early spring? Any other recommended climbs to cut our teeth on? Thanks!