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Index general store - If you're getting some of the hot foods (burrito, corndog) buy one less than the number they have available and they'll usually throw in the last one free.

Send me a PM with details of what you left behind and where so you can get it back.

If you're training relatively hard you'll not want to skimp on your diet. That isn't to say that you shouldn't be working on a calorie deficit (assuming dropping some pounds is your goal). It's just that if you try to cut out too many calories you'll find yourself worn down and unable to train as hard as you're capable of. Shoot for 40-50% of calories from carbs (keep away from sugar as much as possible) and the remainder split between fat and protein. Eat around 5 meals a day not 3. When you are on a training hike, bike, stair stepping session, or whatever, eat a bit of carbs (100 or so calories) and a few swallows of water every hour to keep from crashing. This applies to your climbs this summer too. Drink lots of water all the time. It helps you recover from your workouts faster too. Use commmon sense for the most part. i.e. don't eat 40% of your calories in cocoa puffs and the rest in bacon. Whole grains, fruits, veggies, beans, lean meats...

what about beer?

That's actually a pretty good deal, but be aware that the quickdraws may not be as nice/functional/easy to use as say BD or Petzl etc. The rope is the same as found here: http://www.madrockclimbing.com/madrockropes.aspx Anyone have any input on Madrock Ropes? Or a rope is a rope, right? Less than $120 for a dry 60M is pretty good...

thanks for the idea, that actually looks like a good option given the iffy weather most anywhere else. How are the crowds there this time of year? And even if it is bad, can you find some good out of the way spots?

A few of my friends and I are wanting to take a short road trip for five days in about a week. We are looking for a climbing destination, but the deal is most of our group consists of less than accomplished climbers (5.6 - 5.8 and pretty new to ice). So some nearby hiking would also be good. Heres our list of ideas and associated concerns/questions. Thanks in advance for any input. -Banff *Easier single pitch routes still in? *Avalanche conditions? -Utah *I've really only heard of Indian Creek. Does quality, easier climbing exist? *I know good hiking exists, but where? *Weather -Yosemite *Any crowds yet? *Weather -Smith / Oregon cascades (fall back plan)

I've got a pair of 505's that I'd let go of, but they are my only randonee bindings. Do you have something you'd trade with?

what size boots will the XL overboots fit? If it's something around men's 11, then I'm interested.

Curb your enthusiasm Especially if you were ever a Seinfeld fan

I'm not sure that Leavenworth is genuine eastern washington - you have trees

This'll be one of the few times i wished i lived in EWa

Anyone know what vantage is like right now? I'm sure the ice has all fallen down, but is there snow on the ground? Would sunshine wall be dry tomorrow? Weather looks tolerable for tomorrow: just as cold as seattle, not much wind, and a little sun.

Gym climbing will nearly always emphasize strength over footwork/technique. Gym routes are also sustained. A 5.6 alpine route of multiple pitches could involve less than 1 pitch of actual 5.6 climbing. The 5.6 moves will be interspersed with segments of rock that may require no handwork at all or at the very least will be far less steep than the 5.6 in the gym. If you were able to climb .9/.10 in the gym I wouldn't be concerned about the physical strength needed to get yourself up a multipitch 5.6 outdoors. Technique and footwork is what will get you through that.

I'm down there most Tuesdays and Thursdays bouldering. I Haven't roped up at SG yet, but I'd like to. PM me if you're interested.

Can anyone explain how they break? I'm having a hard time imagining a groomer being so harsh compared the BC that it could break a binding. Unless you're talking about some spectacular wipeouts by a newbie on hardpack.

If you're questioning the rope's integrity, you already know the answer.

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I'm a self taught skier and deep powder is still difficult for me. The upper terrain of alpental after a storm is probably where I've learned best. They never groom that stuff. Sure it gets tracked out, but if you look for it you can always find untracked powder up there. I started skiing with the goal of ski mountaineering and touring in mind. I bought cheap used skis with Silvretta 505 and boots from second ascent. The skis are now thrashed and the boots are a little too big, but you can learn to ski in just about anything. So for now buy something that will work and get out.

Always a primary concern on steep slopes. Sounds like something I'd try to ski only on corn snow.

Really nice photos, thanks for posting. Looks like a fun trip. Also being a shitty skier, I'd like to know how steep/difficult was the skiing?

And apparently May/June is the earliest they'll be able to do this. Really?

Just drive in or are you up for a hike/snowshoe too? Colchuck lake near leavenworth is a real pretty area. Or you can camp down in the canyon just off the road (icicle creek canyon). Little less snow than other places listed so far, but maybe less of a drive.

dry coating?

How many miles of road skiing are required to get to the long's pass trailhead? I think this is the road past salmon la sac that Marko mentioned. I've always thought this would make a nice ski tour; probably the most enjoyable route to stuart if you're on skis.