Marmot74

Has anyone climbed the West Ridge of Stuart recently? What are the conditions like?

We also plan for the Buttes and a simular departure time. Going to be a very cozy area. laugh.

What time does your team plan on going for the summit if weather cooperates?

I'll be up on the same route in a group of 3 guys. Look for the green Hilleberg Akto tent Hopefully we get decent weather for a summit attempt.

Does anyone know of a store that carries Koflach Plastic boots in or near Vancouver, BC? MEC doesn't seem to be carrying them anymore. Thanks

Looking for climbing partners for trips that are between beginner / intermediate level. Stuff like Joffre, Matier, Baker, and Shuskan etc. I have 1-2 yrs experience on glaciers. Looking for people around same level.

What do people think is the minimum thickness of rope they would use exclusively for glacier travel?

Thats why I said its USUALLY easy to spot crevasses in the ablation zone, I did not say it always is. These are just guidelines and there are always exceptions in everything.

The ablation zone is the area of the glacier below the firn line that has more snow melt per year then snow that falls on it, therefore resulting in lots of bare ice and rock. It is usually easy to spot crevasses in the ablation zone due to most of the snow being melted opposed to the accumulation zone which is above the firn line and can be totally covered in snow.

Don't worry I have lots of training and experience. Just thought I would post it here so everyone could see what other people are carrying.

Just curious what everyone uses for a technical gear set for basic glacier travel?