MJaso

Hello NW. I just moved to West Linn 2 weeks ago from the climbing meca of the universe (Ohio). I am 39 yo gear whore with marginal experience. I want to rectify the marginal experience. I've ice climbed a handful of times in upper peninsula MI and on Mount Washington in New hampshire. I've been up to Rainier twice, one trip to Muir and one failed attempt to the summit that ended at Inghram Flats. With so many places to go in the NW I figured I start here looking for a partner or group to start my odessey with. I work Mon-Fri and drink cask strength scotch. I was kind of kicking around the idea of camping up at the top of palmer express this Sat night just to get a visual on the SS route and get some freash mountain air. I have transportaion and enough equipment for an expedition to Alaska. I just need a partner. Thanks

I used the Garmont Epic Karbo on Rainier in June 06 and July 08. I've been as far as the Ingrahm Flats for a couple of days and had no problems at all. I used no gaiters either, but had them as an option. Next time I will pack no gaiters and just loop a cord around my heel.

I have a Tenshi and definately believe it is worth every penny. It is a well thought out tent and finely manufactured. Some of the main reasons I bought this tent vs the EV2: 1) Sleep Tight Anchor Transfer that lets you stay tied in while you sleep 2) The poles set up on the inside so you can crawl in and erect the tent (ladies love that) 3) The vestibue can be ditched to streamline the tent. This saves weight and makes for a smaller footprint. 4) The condensation curtain works great. 5) Smaller company that can use the business.

I'm looking for a partner in crime for the ice fest and someone to split room cost. Let me know.........

Nemo Tenshi is a great product as well. Its above the three pounds by one, but is bomber. I love mine

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I am planning on going to the Ouray 2009 ice festival. The room rates are sitting around $100 a night. I would like to split this expense with anyone so I can afford more scotch. I just need a place to crash and the $100 seems a waste. I'm arriving on the 8th or 9th of January and departing that Monday. If anyone is interested please drop a line. Rooms are filling up and clinic registrations start at the beginning of Nov.