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    Crampons and Icet Tools

    in The Yard Sale

    Posted

    I have a pair of First Generation BD Cobra Ice tools (hammer and adze) I am parting with and and a pair of Camp 12-point Step-In Crampons. Ice tools come with almost new picks, leashes, and head tool. Crampons are in great shape and hardly used.

    Ice Tools: $250.00

    'Pons: $100.00

    PICS TO FOLLOW

    Thanks,

    Yak

    2 Suunto Ambit Watches

    in The Yard Sale

    Posted

    I have Two (2) Suunto Ambit Watches I am looking to part with. One is a Ambit 2 with many accessories and the other is an Ambit 3 with HR strap and charging cord (in box).

    Ambit 2- This is a great watch that served me for a long time, I upgraded to an Ambit 3 after about 3 years of use in many disciplines. This watch comes with the following: 

    Ambit 2 Watch

    2 Chest Straps

    Charging Cord

    Extra Watch Band

     

    Ambit 3- Another great watch that served me well for a long time. I have found that my fitness and GPS tracking needs have changed, so it's time to pass this on to someone else. The Ambit 3 comes with:

    Ambit 3 Watch in Neon Green

    Chest Strap

    Charging Cord

    Original Box

    Instruction Booklet

     

    Prices: Ambit 2 $120.00 obo

                 Ambit 3: $200.00 obo

     

    I will upload pics tonight when I get home from work

    Hip Surgery

    in Fitness and Nutrition Forum

    Posted

    So I did it! 22 years since the first time I climbed my first Cascade Volcano, I did it again! I went full-circle and climbed Adams again to see how my hip felt..... It felt great!! As far as I can tell, my rehab is going great and it's game-on! THanks all for the support and see you out there!!

     

    Yak

    Spot vs Inreach vs ???

    in Newbies

    Posted

    I've assisted people in selecting a PLB..... THe ACR is by far the best, it uses the maritime/military system. The Spot is finicky at best..... It's great if you want to update people how your trip is doing, but your "emergency" goes thru a third party and they are sitting in a cubicle. As far as the InReach, I have no experience with that unit.

    Hip Surgery

    in Fitness and Nutrition Forum

    Posted

    So, I am a full year since my surgery. This coming weekend, I am going full-circle: my buddy and I are headed up to Adams to give the south side a go. I know it's nothing glorious, but it'll be my first real "climb" since my surgery. Wish me luck and if anybody sees me up there, say hi!!

     

    Yak

    Recommend Me Some Climbs I Can Do Solo

    in Climber's Board

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    Gonna say +1 to both the South Side of Hood and Adams.... But my personal preference is to not Glissade (I have hip issues that prevent me). I did Lassen a few years back and I was a great solo trip..... It's just a trail to the top. Look at the Sisters, Broken Top, and St. Helens as well.

    Denail Guide Services - "Interview Questions"

    in Alaska

    Posted

    I'm not shooting down guide services, they do a great job and provide a great service to their clients. If you are looking to go up with a few friends and have a great amount of experience between you, I recommend that you do the WB on your own. It allows for a greater "experience" (if that can really qualify on the Butt). I've done trips both with a guide service and alone.... heck, I even lead trips myself many moons ago. Don't rule out a self-guided trip on Denali....... if you have the experience.

    Hip Surgery

    in Fitness and Nutrition Forum

    Posted

    Ok, so it's been a bit since I did an update on how my hip's doing..... I guess it's time. Over the past few weeks, I have gone from walking my dogs around the park to jogging with them to hiking 5+ miles with weight on my back.

    Just this past weekend, I ran 5K and then did a 30mile bike ride to one of our local wineries. Everything is feeling awesome! I still have occasional soft-tissue soreness the day following a big excursion or after many days of use, but I'm progressing!

    I have started to plan my first "climbs" for the end of the summer and can't wait to get out and crush it!

     

    Hope everybody is well and enjoying their spring!

    Yak

    November ice?

    in Ice Climbing Forum

    Posted

    Well, I guess it's now December Ice..... :crazy:

    I went up to White Pass on Saturday and Sunday, Clear Creek Falls is formed-up in it's early-season form on the right side. Also, there seems like there may be a few flows up at Strobach that are in........ I didn't get a chance to grab a pic, but when I go up this weekend, I'll snap a few and post them for y'all.

    La Sportiva Fit

    in the *freshiezone*

    Posted

    Try on as many pairs of boots as possible, regardless of brand. I 'wanted' a specific boot to replace my Radiums and after many many hours of trying on, re-trying on, and re-re-trying on, I ended up getting a pair of Dynafit Mercury AT boots...... and I have a 'La Sportiva" foot as well.

     

    Just my 2-cents :grin:

    Hip Surgery

    in Fitness and Nutrition Forum

    Posted

    So it's Update TIME!

    I've begun to increase both my weight-training program and the lengths of my walks and hikes (not on the same days). I have noticed that my hip is starting to ache less and less after longer or more intense activity and that my strength is increasing as well.

    Keeping a positive outlook has been the most difficult part.... I have lost two very close family members in the past 6-weeks and that has weighed on my psyche. With that being said, I am now at the point where I can use exercise to help with destracting me..... which is always good.

     

    Hope y'all have a great week!

    Yak

    Hip Surgery

    in Fitness and Nutrition Forum

    Posted

    So, It's been 3 months since surgery and I honestly feel great! I started dynamic movements in PT, am cleared to bike, walk, use most of the cardio machines at the gym, and do many other things to help get stronger.

    This has been a tough month for me on many fronts, so my wife and I decided to do a "hike" while we were in Central Oregon over the Halloween weekend. While I know that a hike like what we did is not that impressive, I was able to do it at a 2.5 mile pace, have almost no discomfort, and was WIRED afterwards....... ready for more!!

    I can't wait for my next major goal: tieing in and climbing something easy.

     

    Here's a link to my track:

    http://www.movescount.com/moves/move81984500

     

    WTB: Silveretta's

    in The Yard Sale

    Posted

    Are you looking for a set of 400/404/500's or can they be free-heels? I have a pair of older Silvretta mountaineering bindings that fit well with my giant feet (46.0). They are free-heel type that work great for flat touring and easy approaches. Shoot me a PM if you're interested.

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