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I could probably do something Sunday... let me know. I hear bildering gets pretty grubby too. (971)404-6492

I was planning to take the last week in April for a trip like this but may be able to fit in something earlier if the climbs sounded right. cell: 971-404-6492

I bought them in the summer of last year and have worn them out for 6-8 climbs. They're in perfect shape and great boots but too small for me. The Triolet GTX is a light spring-summer climbing boot with full gore-tex and a high rubber rand. The vibram lugs are low-profile which is better because the boot is light and they edge well. I've worn them climbing a III headwall and mixed climbing in the Canadian Rockies. The shank is almost fully stiff, with a little rocker under the toe box to help with approaches. I think they're warm enough for any Cascades climbing. I have a narrow, average foot and the fit is comfortable for a 12.5 foot. The last lets you snug the fit for more technical climbing too. They're in perfect share and should last a happy climber years. 1700grams. Shipping should be about $15.00

Another though is runners get black-nails from not watching their electrolyte balance. Well that blows. I'm sure the gear shop will love a mis-fitted boots argument! Thanks for the tips....

Any thoughts on this appreciated - Foot Cold-Injury Question

Hi, This is kind of gross but I've been having toe problems and now it's limiting how much I can climb. For the past six years, I've lost my big toenails aft6er the start of every waterfall ice season. I thought it was just related to banging and pretty common. Then, I started getting blisters on the tips of the toes and lost sensitivity. After a cold bivi last spring, my socks were frozen coming out of the boot. Now I've got good fitting boots but a _little front pointing shears off the skin on the toes. It looks like peeling an onion where a blood line rings the deeper exposure in the center. Has anyone else had experience with frostbite? A podiatrist set me up with 'ballerina's' toe pads (put more impact on other toes) but these help marginally. Getting cold feet, NM Other ideas - Doubling a latex glove with vaseline.

Hi, I've got a break in my work schedule and would like to do some trips from Seattle 1/28 - 2/10. I was thinking of Girbaltar Ledge on Rainier; North Face of Shucksan; possibly Stuart; and a ski traverse through Boston Basin. I'd consider a trip up to Banff or Uray too! Maybe on the road so cell is easiest... Nick 971-404-6492

Hi, These are a pair of 2004 Grivel Rambo Comps. They're in perfect shape and are a really aggressive water ice crampon. I use them climbing alpine too. Grivel only made them for two years so there's no anti-ballers but you could make something pretty easily (I used duct tape). They are fully adjustable and would fit any step-in boot system. More here . I'm asking $125. Feel free to call after 5pm. Thanks, Nick (971)404-6492

Sweet photos; great trip beta!

Hi, I have a couple days off switching jobs and would love to do some climbing. I've been thinking about trying Liberty Crack as a big aid second attempt but would also be into a long, moderate alpine climb. Maybe Dorado Needle or Triumph if there's weather?! I'm a 5.8 trad leader and sport to 5.10a, have done a bunch of training and rescue type courses, etcetera. Phone calls are easiest for planning. Nick (971)404-6492

I may be up for something.... Climbing fer sure! Nick 971-404-6492

I guess if you don't have a fire pan you can avoid scarring rocks and bury your ashes. I'd like to skinny up Stuart before the days get too short. "Bring a compass - it sucks having to eat your friends." --Montana saying

Chad and I climbed the North Ridge of Sherpa last weekend. Aside from a little wind and cold rock in the shade, we had stellar weather (and some stars by the camp fire) and radical views from the ridge. The ridge climbing was fun but in crux sections, the rock was actually in poorest shape. We left camp at the talus bolder field at 8:30a, hit the ridge at 10:00a then, climbed 30ft 5.7 onto it. From there, climbed 5.ish for an hour then into 5 with 5.6/7 steps until the notch. This took longer than expected, unroped and kinda fast (that's faster than most but closer to average). At 2pm we left the notch deciding a proper line was hard to pick out and we should just try it, or retreat (some rap slings couple pitches before the notch dropping back to talus). After the notch-knife, we started a 1/2 pitch of 5.7, then a 1/2 pitch 5.8 on crap rock and a 1/2 pitch of 5.6 in a cool 2" crack. Topping out at 3:45pm. The decent was absolutely killer. It never ended and went from down climbing 1000ft, climbing back up the wrong gully (w/ the best 5.6 unroped), bouldering down the ridge, getting forced back down 800, and down-climbing technical rock in the dark (phew). 'Hit the saddle at 8:30p. Then sand, to scree to talus to boulders to bigger boulders. Between stream crossings and climbing, there was a lot of wondering if something's going to pull out from above or break underfoot Chad had some couscous left over so we stayed an extra night. It should be noted, again, the descent takes forever. Beautiful scenery. GOOD GEAR 8 nuts 0.5-2.5 cams 6 a draws 40m rope (yep) headlamps Climbers on Stuart: Easier route finding: Chad on top (moment of silence; he dropped a camera on descent): Nick at meadows:

It would have been cool but we encountered three yellow jacket nests. The second one my friend stepped in. When they swarmed up, I yelled run and shoved him. We each picked up four or five stings. Tolerable except for the allergic reaction. The route looked really stinking cool. Maybe next weekend. Pissed

Hi, I plan to be in the Bitterroot Valley over the weekend. If anyone's around, I could climb Shoshone Wall or something else in the area?! I could lead 5.9 trad and 5.10easy sport. Might also be up for a long alpine scramble. Missions? Thanks for any interest, Nick (971)404-6492

Hey Julie, See also --- http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/ubb/showflat/Number/706165/page/1#Post706165

Hi, I'm going to be in Squamish Tuesday and Wednesday 7/25 and would like to extend my trip through Sunday if possible. I could lead some 10a sport or 8 range trad and am hoping to climb some of the long routes at Squamish. The North Cascades are also an option. I'm a Mountaineers Intermediate and have a few yrs of rescue training, etcetera. 971-404-6492 alpinenick*near*gmail*dotty*com

I'd be in if you want to plan a couple days climbing too! I'llbe up in Squamish Tuesday and Wednesday andam hoping to extend with some BC/N WA climbing... (971)404-6492

Hi, I've got a pretty light work load for the next few weeks and would love to get out for some climbing. I was thinking of a multipitch route at Darrington or something more alpine or? I could lead 8 trad or 10a sport but am hoping to bump that up. I don't check PMs often so email alpinenick-near-gmail-dodey-com is best. Thanks! Nick

Anyone intersted in climbing this afternoon? It'd have to be soon! Nick 971-404-6492

The second one looks enticing also. Sweet camp and peak shots!

Anyone interested in some rock climbing saturday? I could lead trad to 5.8 or sport 9 and would love to get on longer routes. Cheers

Hi, I was wondering if Darrington climbs need a lot of sunshine to dry out? I'm new to Seattle and would like to drive up there for some rock climbing but am curious when it's doable. Also, PW for any weekend trip up there. Thanks! Nick

Looks like some pretty hairy climbing! It would be great to see an overview shot. Looks like "...top of NYG" is creating a new ice line.

Rockstar leading in tough conditions Chad! The snow was mostly solid, some sections with grapuel under firm tops -- in shape for climbing but you were glad when you hit the plastic stuff.