waterboy

Hi Anthony. I might be interested for this May. I've summitted Rainier about a dozen times, including liberty ridge. I was also on an Ama Dablam expedition this past November. Do you have permits?

Well said Tvash

Strong work Guys. I've done that route but couldn't imagine skiing it. Why is the gate locked in the first place? The Federal Government needs to protect us from ourselves? I respect your act of conscientious objection. I think if more Americans had the courage to push back against the constant encroachment on our freedoms it would slow it down considerably. The NPS has zero credibility after holding us all hostage last October for political purposes.

Well said Jason. And money and ideology are powerful motivators.

Good Question FW. I don't mean to sound cynical but it is all about the money - follow the money and you will have your answer. Federal agents, when deployed right, can be effective revenue generators for the government. Maintaining roads, on the other hand, will not generate revenue. I moved to Socal from the PNW a couple of years ago and I have seen the future. Agents everywhere collecting money in any way possible. It is difficult to hike or even drive without being accosted by an armed agent. My wife was recently issued a citation for "stand up paddling without a permit".

I did it in July 2010 with two great friends. My only advice would be go as light as possible. Spend the money to get the lightest possible gear and go without anything you don't absolutely need. You should be able to get under 30 lbs - it is a carry over after all. My setup was one venom, one aztarex, and spinner leashes - and I wouldn't have done it any other way. Good for you on hiring a guide. I always learn something new when I go with a guide.

Nice Effort KKK, Keep in mind that Reggie Jackson had the most strikeouts of all time.

These are sold.

2011 model. Used for one alpine climb. $250 for both.

New Picks. Pinky Guards and Leashes included. $250 for both.

I bought a zero degree bag from David at feathered friends on Monday and found him to be very helpful and a great retail professional. Now, if La Nina would just cooperate so that I can get a chance to use it........

deleted

My House was burglarized and everything was taken, including 2 cars, appliances, jewelry, electronics, and all of my wife's and my climbing/skiing gear. Here are some highlights - If you see these for sale they might be stolen. Pair of Petzl Nomics Pair of Petzl Aztarexes Pair of BD Venoms Prior Splitboard 12 Ice Screws Set of BD Cams Arcteryx Packs - Bora 80, Needle 65, Needle 55 2 Petzl Meteor Helmets 2 Petzl Cyborg Crampon sets And much, much more Could you let me know if you see any of this merchandise so I could alert the police? Thanks

Hi , My Aztarex ice tool fell off of my pack between 11,000' and 12'000' on the Emmons glacier on Sunday July 25. $$ for your trouble if you carried it down. Thanks!

Nice work guys. Oyvind and I and a couple of others were attempting Colfax peak via Thunder glacier on Saturday and we were watching your efforts the whole day. Very good job.