RafalA

Guessing the spring got stuck or jumped out of its socket. Never seen or heard of this before.

Getting some gear sorted for the season, and these are not going to get much use. All items OBO, shipping extra or if you're in the Canmore / Banff area at any time we can meet up then. Please PM or post here, thanks. Petzl Dart crampons. Used a few times, just enough to scratch the paint off. Never sharpened, still have the box! Asking $150 BD Stoppers # 4 - 9. Used, but no falls. Includes BD Oz biner. Asking $35. BD Micro Stoppers # 4 - 6. Older but lightly used. No falls. Asking $25. Petzl Astro picks, the older B-rated version. Filed down to work better in ice (this was back when the Ice picks were hard to get, so I filed these down to clean better.) Asking $50 for both. BD Glide gloves, size Medium. Essentially brand new. Waterproof lining, leather palm. Asking $50

In my experience, Arcteryx fix any and all issues with items sent in for warranty / repair. Most recently I send in a Gamma MX Hoody about a fraying hem drawcord and besides fixing that with a whole new laminated hem drawcord, they sewed up a couple of holes I didn't even know about! And all done in two weeks - faster than the local repair shop's turnaround.

Some general thoughts about gloves that have come up in recent discussions: - synthetic palm is warmer than a leather palm in comparable thickness of gloves - use the thinnest glove you can withstand to be in - waterproof is not as important as dexterity - bring several pairs of lightweight gloves over one heavier waterproof one - a waterproof pair is nice for belaying, rapelling, resting, etc. - gloves will get trashed, so often cheaper is better

AFAIK, the Ultra is not available in NA. The only person I know of that visits this board that has worn the Ultra and the Guide is Dane, and you can find his opinion on the Cold Thistle blog. So I'm not surprised at all. Try UK Climbing or other European forums where the Ultra is actually a model that's sold via retail.

Rambo 4's are amazing if weight is not an issue. Dart's climb almost as well for a lot less weight. Haven't tried the Lynx yet, but it looks promising.

Too many jackets, not enough bodies to wear them (i.e. just me). Arcteryx Venta SV, size Medium, 2010 model Windstopper softshell. Super warm, very water-resistant, fully windproof. Two hand-warmer pockets, one inside pocket. Tall collar and helmet-compatible hood. In excellent shape other than a small patch on the left pocket. Asking $250 obo. Arcteryx Windshirt, size Medium Ok, I thought I had a picture online somewhere but apparently not. This is a slate-greyish colored windshirt, no hood, a few years old but still fully functional. Stuffs into its own pocket. Asking $50 obo. BD Glide gloves, size Medium These are as new. They've been used for all of 20 feet of ice climbing, at which point I decided I don't like them and switched to my regular gloves. Waterproof insert, soft fleece inner, leather palm. Really, really nice gloves for skiing but as I climb more than ski, don't really need these around. More info: http://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en-us/shop/ski/new-fall-2010-ski-gear/glide-glove/ Asking $50 obo.

Ya, no way they'd be $36. That's cost or less. BD Express screws are $49 everywhere as all the shops match MEC prices.

Uh, where exactly in Canmore? There is no way any shop in Canmore is selling these for $36... has to be a mistake somewhere. Ben (Vertical Addiction) is $49 and so is Valhalla Pure. No other shops in town... The Cobras, yes, they're $295. Can be found cheaper on sale...

I use Metolius MasterCams grey to yellow, BD C4's above that. They all seems bomber to me. I have more issues with the rock (Rockies limestone) than with my cams.

I've never had these issues, regardless of where I travel. Whenever leaving the country, or even travelling further afield than usual, just call your CC company and let them know when and where you plan to travel. One call and I've never had issues whether I'm in France or the US. FWIW, the ice is looking really good around here right now!

Not sure where in AB you're climbing ice, but the only place you can camp anywhere you want is The Ghost. The rest of it is protected park land.

What kind of jacket are you looking for? What's the primary use? In which region? We need more info to answer your questions better!

Working at a gear shop, I can tell you that the harnesses everyone finds comfortable are the Arcteryx models. We carry a fairly limited selection of manufacturares, but most people find something good enough from either Petzl or Black Diamond (the new entry-model BD's are a definite step up from previous years). Lacking that, I've yet to meet someone who didn't find the Arcteryx ones comfortable, before knowing the price, of course. I believe both Edelrid and Mammut have similar models available this year, but I haven't had a chance to try either, yet. Good luck!

Out of curiosity, how many tents are you staking out?

That's what, $1000 in jackets (retail)?! Retail (Cdn): Acto MX Hoody $300, Alpha FL $450, Beta FL $500 So not quite 1k, but close, if you actually buy at retail. Since you're in Van, the factory store is a good place to find bargains on a lot of their gear. I've never bought an Arcteryx piece at full retail, just look around.

Not quite a softshell, but something I just looked and am thinking to try this winter (please not that I haven't used any of these pieces, but have read great things about ether). 1. Base layer of your choice. 2. Mid layer, which can also be used as outer for the approach, etc.: Arcteryx Acto MX Hoody (or similar piece with a tight-weave non-membrane fabric). This looks to breathe amazingly, be quite wind resistant, repel some water and provide some warmth, while being lighter than a 'normal' softshell. 3. Outer layer: Arcteryx Alpha / Beta FL (or other Active Shell garment). These are super-light, reputed to be extremely breathable and are fully wind- and water- proof. Most of the benefits of a softshell, hardshell and windshirt? Any thoughts on this?

Hehe, no worries, I forgot it's the weekend! (I run on an unusual schedule.) Let me know, it's still available. Cheers, Rafal

Ted, haven't heard from you in a couple days. There are other people interested, first payment through gets it.

PM'd you Ted.

These are all brand-new, never used, with tags. They are not stolen, nor are these rep samples. Regular retail versions. Please contact for more details. Please contact rafal dot a at gmail dot com. Please note that if you can't pick up in Canmore, or we can't manage to meet up in Calgary area, shipping is not included. BD Caliber 50, blue. $120 obo. BD Sphynx 42, red. $100 obo. BD Sphynx 30, red. $90 obo. BD Sphynx 30, red. $90 obo. BD Speed 40, yellow. $100 obo. BD Demon 32, red. $100 obo. Ortovox E-Moticon 32, red. $75 obo. Ortovox E-Moticon 22, black. $50 obo. Ortovox E-Moticon 22, pink, $50 obo. Ortovox Urban Woman, brown, $30 obo.

The new version of the Fission SL is unisex, this one is a couple years old back when they made a men's and women's version. I think I actually used it before I got my own version. I'm 5'11" and 170 and it fits me quite well: the sleeves are a tad shorter than I'd like, but not enough so to expose my wrists when raising my arms (my span is 6'). The chest is also a bit tighter than I'd like for climbing (I am 40") and the waist is a bit roomier than I want (I am 33"). The hood is helmet compatible and insulated as well. For warmth, it's hard to quantify, obviously. I tend to be warm so only ever use this kind of jacket around town or for belay duty. FWIW, for winter climbing I tend to use just a baselayer and softshell: I would overheat in this jacket for sure. Say, at -30C last winter I just had my Patagonia R1 Hoody + Gamma MX and was fine while moving. I'd just throw on something like this as a belay jacket or when standing still (I think I had my Fission SV that day, which I think has about the same insulation as this one.) Hope this helps!

Hi Ted, Yep, that sounds doable. Let me know if you have any questions about the sizing in detail. Both jackets fit my wife very well: we sized the Fission so she could wear it over everything (belay jacket style) while the Theta is sized to fit base and a fleece mid-layer. Cheers, Rafal

Haha, the only one that looks semi-professional to me is the one of the harness. Everything else was just a hack job! The camera used for these is a Canon 5D (original) with either a 24mm f1.4L II or 17-40mm f4L. Additionally, the images of the lenses used three 580EX II flashes.

Please PM, reply here or e-mail me rafal dot a at gmail dot com. All items open to offers, we don't need or use this stuff anymore. Arcteryx Fission LT, Men's sz. Medium, $120 obo Windstopper shell, Primaloft Sport 133g/m insulation. Warm, light and compressible (as you can see from the wrinkles!). Pretty good shape, still repels water, etc. Arcteryx Fission SL, Women's sz. Large, $400 obo SOLD Windstopper shell, 2.7oz ThermaTek insulation. Super warm jacket, very rarely used, helmet compatible hood, dual zipper sliders for belaying. Excellent condition. Retail for $700ish http://rafalandronowski.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/arcteryx_fission_sl.jpg Acrteryx Theta AR, Women's sz. Medium, $200 obo SOLD Gore-Tex XCR shell, a couple years old but in very good condition as it was rarely used. http://rafalandronowski.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/arcteryx_theta_ar.jpg BD Xenos, size Medium, $80 obo SOLD In great shape, used for a few months last year. Six ice slipper slots, four gear loops, large haul loop, adjustable leg loops, snow-shedding materials. Great harness but I've got an Arcteryx now. http://rafalandronowski.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/xenos.jpg Metolius Porta-Cord, one size, $40 obo Brand new (used once) backpack with built-in rope tarp. Tried it, decided it's not my style. Lots of room for rope, draws, shoes, water, etc. Sigma 150mm f2.8 Macro for Canon EF mount, $500 obo Stupid-sharp, accurate AF, excellent manual-focus ring. Some wear on the tripod ring and on the barrel, glass is pristine. Lens was recently in for service to replace the rear barrel. I haven't used this in years, so would rather have something more useful. Sigma 50mm f1.4 EX for Canon EF, $450 obo Great lens, doesn't exhibit the focus issues often associated with this design. Sharp, accurate AF and great bokeh. In excellent shape, glass is pristine. Fabulous lens, I just don't use it much.