[Rainier Early August]

I am an middle aged seasoned climber on a road trip- Looking for a experienced partner to do the standard DC route in early August. PM me or call 612 790 7873.

[Anyone use Scarpa Omega boots?]

Great boots. All I own are 2 pair of thees sized tight for vert ice, big for walking

 

Better than leather, light an precise over all other plastics.

 

I would not use it other than mild mountain cold, of out for the day on ice, Then I would get a better insulated boot.

 

But i love the Omegas and the Alphas.

[ice tool recommendations]

I had the chance to use DMM Rebels this Saturday. They were seriously nice tool, and light compared to the old-style Cobras I was swinging. The swing was rigid and damp, and the grip felt positive. The sticks were easy and solid. The pick's geometry was similar to a quarks; you could hook all day with them no problem. I would consider them if I was in the market for a new tool. My only concern would be the lack of availability of replacement picks. Compared to Petzl, Grivel, and especially BD, DMM picks are less well-stocked in your run-of-the-mill climbing shop.

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I own these (DMM Rebs)

The picks are not that hard to find online. Bent Gate/ AMH.

the B rated picks (only type made at this point) bend easily (after 1 day of mixed) and they are a bitch to replace with wrenches, etc.. (not field friendly)

 

Otherwise, they swing beautifully. Not for total leashlessness, IMHO, as the pinky/hand rest is short

[Climbing partners needed for Mt. Rainier/DC- Aug]

I'd be interested. I have crevasse training and a few cascade climbs under my belt. Email me lizenni@gmail.com.