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Thanks and keep it coming. I have lots of stuff to try now. My skin on the feet is plenty tough enough...at least until the sweat softens them. I trail run and hike on a regular basis for great distances. I only have a problem with the steel shanked boots that don't flex. Athletic tape and duct tape are part of my aresenal, but in the past I have waited until the pain starts before applying and like someone posted...it's too late. I definately have too much heel slippage so getting the boots fitted with pads will be my first objective to eliminate the slip.

Thanks - all suggestions will be tried and any others are welcome. Trying several on at a store: That's the problem with living in AZ. Even REI only caries hiking boots not mountaineering boots. But that will be on my "to do" list the next time I visit CO, OR, or WA

Help! I am fairly new to mountaineering - started 2 years ago. I have an issue with getting severe blisters on my heels when wearing my boots. First Boot - La Sportiva Nepals, used these on Rainier and blistered before I hit the glacier. Sold these and went with plastics Second Boot - Koflach plastic, used these on Athabasca. These seem to work better as the inner boot moves with the foot. But still got blisters. Third Boot - Scarpa Summits, used these last weekend doing a winter summit in CO. Same results as the Nepals. One thing I noticed is my socks are soaked from sweat. I am using smart wool type socks. All the boots I have tried have been used boots purchased on CC. Living in AZ and having limited use for a alpine boot I went the cheaper used route. I have not tried a dual sock. I am wondering if a smaller boot will prevent the heel from slipping, but I am worried about the toes being cramped. I thought about a larger boot the caould move the heel away from rubbing on the boot. I am ready to purchase new boots if this would fix the problem, but now I am worried that I will drop $500 and still have blister issues. Suggestions? Tips? Anyone else have this issue???? Thanks

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What is the volume of this pack?

What size running shoe do you wear?

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I have a feeling we will be back next year. My climbing partner has wants to bag this one. Hopefully Edith Cavell will be accessible by next year as that is on our list as well. And then Skyladder on Andromeda would be the trifecta for our trip. The one thing I am sure about...I need to train harder. Those routes are big and long.

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Trip: Mount Temple - fail! - East Ridge IV 5.7 Date: 8/15/2012 Trip Report: Got up at 4:30 and was on the trail by 5:45 which was supposed to be a clear forecast. Lot's of moisture in the air from the night time rain with a low layer of clouds. We headed up the avalanche slope disregarding the 4 person minimum rule. The slope was steep and loose. Looking back down the slope, it looked like it would be a beautiful day. The clouds then started to move in, but we were staying above them. At the top of the avalanche slope we worked our way left of the butress. It got steeper from here, but at least we were off the avalanche scree. It is mostly class 4 scrambling with maybe a few easy 5th class moves. The clouds helped eliminate the exposure factor. At times route finding was difficult. Lots of loose ledges and you cannot tell for sure where the route heads upward. It would be easy to climb yourself into some harder 5th class moves. There are lots of cairns you just need to keep an eye out for them. Holds are positive, just double check that they are solid. Finally you make your way to the first pitch which is just a little step with some exposure to your sides. This is my partner looking at the little step. After the little step a little more scrambling brings you to the big step. The clouds were very thick and my partner was nervous about finding the correct exit in the black towers. So we decided to wait and see if the clouds would lift. After about an hour we made a team decision to retreat. Of course halfway down the clouds finally cleared. :-( Here is a shot of the 4th class stuff we climbed up in the fog. Much scarier downclimbing. Luckily we found a few rap stations which we gladdly utilized. Had some great views of Moraine Lake. The water looks fake. Here is a shot from further North up the highway. Temple is on the left. And a tourist shot at Lake Louise. It was dissapointing not to summit, but you just have to remind yourself that the mountain will be there next year. Gear Notes: This is a mixed route so you have to carry your ice gear (pons & axe, and a couple screws). We did not carry any pickets. Unfortunately we didn't climb high enough to use the gear we carried. Approach Notes: Bring along the route notes. I think there are several options, but we were always questioning if we were on route or just following the cairns of some other lost soul.

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Sale Pending!!!

LaSportiva Nepals 45.5 $125 Good shape! Great shoes...just didn't fit me properly. I moved into plastics. Estimated shipping $25

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**Hydration Bladder is not included on any pack ** Packs are in excellent condition. No holes, no rips, no tears. (Sold) Pack #1: CAMELBAK cloudwalker - $15 plus shipping (Sold) Pack #2: CAMELBAK Blowfish (slight cut on sternum strap) - $15 plus shipping Pack #3: Camelback Lobo (has Geri written on underside of pack) - $10 plus shipping Pack #4: Scout (great kid pack)- $10 plus shipping