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I've got one on my Matrix and don't mind it at all. Sure it doesn't rotate as well due to the little plastic bump, but it's good enough for alpine routes where I'd like to be able to plunge the axe in the snow or use piolet canne; something a nomic doesn't to too well. You can always file down that bump if it's really messing with your mojo. It does not stow at the top of the axe; it slides freely. While this seems like a pain, it's really not. The slider slides up when plunging into snow, and rests at the base of the shaft when not. I like it better than Petzl's locking variation.

Thanks. Glad everyone made it out OK.

Questionable decisions aside (and glad you and your daughter are OK), this here; What was the outcome of this? I couldn't find anything using the googles.

I used an exped UL down pad this winter. I thought it was warmer than the neoair I used in the past.

Dave Paige does good work and usually turns them around in less than a week. I've had him do my last 4 resoles and am happy with the results.

Another option would be Timex. I've been using the Timex expedition watch (WS4) for the past few years. Worked great and easy to use once you learn it. Huge face and numbers make reading it easy, and the elastic band lets me wear it easily on my bare wrist or on the top of clothing. Not having to take gloves off and roll up multiple sleeves to check the time/altitude is much nicer than I had ever expected. I've beaten the shit out of it for the past two years and it's worked great. Battery finally died though a month ago. The only draw back is that it's pretty big, blocky, and not really "fashionable". I certainly don't give a crap about that, but I know some people do.

Awesome, I'm jealous! We thought about skiing over there during our stay over new years this year, but the conditions just weren't right at the time. Instead we stared longingly at that face and played on Winchester instead. Sounds like a great trip!

I keep a Trango Piranah clipped to my harness pretty much every time I climb outside. Small, light, cheap, sharp. While on a biner, the knife can't open; handy for not accidentally stabbing yourself. I've used it for the past few years and it hasn't dulled too much. Does most climbing jobs (cutting webbing, bandages, and rope) very well. Handy little thing to have in a pinch, plus it has a bottle opener as a bonus. If I'm on a longer trip, I'll carry a dedicated knife (Benchmade) for camp tasks, otherwise the little trango works great for climbing. http://www.trango.com/paraphernalia/Piranha_Climbing_Knife

Astroglide. Small and compact, goes on easy in the field, glides like no other. Being serious; I keep a little square of swix base prep wax in my pack and it works fine to rub on when things get gloppy. Either that or the red/yellow CH wax would be fine for the warmer stuff. I usually don't have a bunch of the warmer CH on hand, so I just use base prep most of the time. I find that a light hot wax on the skins goes a long way to fight glopping, especially now in the spring when the temps are rising.

Wow, that's awesome! Way to take advantage of that weather window!

Cams gone

Cleaning out some odds and ends. Local pickup in Seattle area, or add a few $$ for shipping. [img:center]http://i.imgur.com/xIC0woT.jpg[/img] [img:center]http://i.imgur.com/ti3DuRR.jpg[/img] Cams are lightly used, no falls on any of them. Cleaned and lubed at the end of last season. Cams: $35 each Tricam: $15 Hex : $10 or a beer and a good climbing story

http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/shop/product_Sterling-Rope-Wicked-Good-Rope-Wash_10026751_10208_10000001_-1_ Bought a couple of these the last time I ordered something through them. It works pretty well the few time's I've used it, and for $2.50 a wash, ain't breaking the bank.

I did a 20 footer on near vertical once. Like CFF said, hurt my neck more than anything. Wear an alpine turtleneck? I'd prefer not to do it again, but it works and you won't die if you do it right/take it slow. Didn't ruin my pants or shirt.

I have wide feet and have made TLT5s work. Lots of shell work, but now they're the most comfortable boots I've ever worn. Props to the guys at Proski for dealing with my constant reshaping of the boot (3 times). Technica is one of the few boots that fit my feet out of the box. They have a touring line now, albeit not the lightest stuff. May be worth taking a look at.

I picked up one off of SAC for about $200 a few months back. I needed something of this weight, and it fit the warmth, weight, and cost bill pretty well. Might not be the be all end all down jacket, but I'm happy with it. The mesh stash pockets are pretty great, and I haven't had a problem throwing it on over layers. I'm 5'9", 175 and the M fits well even with my full "holy shit cold" layers (base, NWA hoody, Atom LT, Atom SV). Hood and hem draw string isn't that great, but works well enough for me. The cuffs are the best I've felt on any jacket on the market. Most importantly though, it keeps my sweaty ass warm and drys me out when I stop moving. Would I buy it for full retail? Nope; but then again I have a hard time paying full retail for any of these super expensive pieces (unless they're really, really worth it). I think it's a good "belay weight" piece though, and while not ground breaking, worth it if you can find it on sale or pro-deal one.

A Keg of Rainier Beer on Rainier at Camp Muir.

5. Sloan west buttress "adventure" climb. The climbing wasn't special, but the constant uncertainty and good partner made it fun 4. NF of Chair; first real alpine "ice" climb for me. Nice bit of pucker from finding practically no pro on route. Lots of learning 3. Guiding on Rainier for a charity climb. DC route wasn't anything spectacular, but helping raise ~$40k to help Nepalese children was definitely incredible. 2. Spending two nights (including new years eve) in the Winchester mountain lookout, skiing everything in sight. 1. Squamish Buttress linked from Rock On. While not cutting edge, it was by far the most fun day of climbing I had this year

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Bump. Can throw in a pair of brand new G3 skins with the package if interested.

I've been told I have too many skis These are the orange version of the Rapid Transits (178 128/91/116) from a few seasons back. I bought them at the beginning of last season, and it's a blast of a ski to run on. Bases are in awesome shape, no core shots or p-tex work and have been kept waxed and happy. Topsheets show normal ski wear. Mounted once with hammerhead bindings. Great starter tele setup! G3 sez: Thanks to its asymmetrical shape and ample dimensions, the G3 Rapid Transit Ski floats the pow, kills the crud, and holds a tight line in any conditions. An aggressive flex and moderately-stout dimensions help the Rapid Transit plow through any snow like the express train to gnar-town. Asymmetrical design uses shorter turning radius on skis inside edge for more precise edge-to-edge transitions and crisper turns Fat 91mm waist provides both float and stability for playing in the powder or destroying the crud Bottom Line: Guide-worthy versatility with unmatched turning abilities. I can take more pictures if needed as well. Just let me know. Sorry they're huge, I can't seem to re-size them. Looking for $250 for the skis, $300 for skis + bindings. Prefer a local deal but would gladly ship if buyer pays for shipping. I can meet anywhere around the PS and am at Stevens most weekends teaching. Would have no problem bringing them along if you'd like to check them out.

As Colin said, they are definitely an athletic cut. Not really baggy at all. Real nice stretch with the material NWA uses too. PM'd ya

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