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I am likely interested in the MSR Snowshoes -- unless they are 22" -- What size are they?

The advantage of the spot however is being able to check in with loved ones at home to let them know that you are safe and/or have completed your goal. I have used the spot all over the Cascades, New England, and Russia, and I have had no problems or issues whatsoever. Correct me if I am wrong, but it appears as though the PLB (at least the one that you referenced) does not allow any contact outside of emergencies. The annual fee is certainly worth it(at least to me) to be able to let the ol' lady at home not worry quite as much when I venture up into the mountains.

Went and had a look- road closed at salmon la sac cg.

Does anyone know how close I can get to the trailhead? Is the road clear? I called the ranger station and no one answered... Thank you!

Awesome, thank you very much.

Does Anyone know if the log crossing is intact at the Eldorado creek trailhead? I know that the road is impassible at mp 17, I just am hoping to cut down the chance of walking two miles to find out that I have to turn around... Thanks!

Does anyone know if the log crossing is intact?

Went up to Muir on Monday- No flotation required, on the way down it so windblown and icy that I put my crampons for most of the way down the snowfield

Kurt- My two buddies went and did the NF of chair last Saturday, (while I had food poisoning from a funky enchiladas ) They told me it was mostly a steep snow climb, with a breakable crust and only VERY short sections of Ice. They had trouble placing decent protection for most of the route until they were in the trees. They did say however, that the NE Buttress looked beautiful and in the sun and they wished they had done that instead. I am heading up there tomorrow to do the NE Buttress, I will let you know how it goes!

Anyone want to climb something in the alpine tomorrow? I am thinking either Chair North Face or the Tooth, PM me if interested

Hello- I am looking to find some snowshoes for a friend that is coming out to climb with me from the east coast- Looking for something really cheap, MSR preferred, looking for 25' length. Thanks!

So, I borrowed my buddy's skis for the winter while he was in flatter places. He has Silvretta 404 bindings. A couple weeks ago while skiing up around chair, I broke the heel riser on one of the bindings (see photos below) I took the ski to Second Ascent and the guy there told me I was SOL, and that he couldn't order me a new part. I am not someone who gives back things that were lent to me broken. I need to fix this ASAP. I really appreciate any suggestions. The Broken Piece: Where the Piece is Missing from: And this is what the other one (not broken) looks like:

I did, thanks wbegasse!

Hello- my buddy from the east coast is coming out to see the greater Mountains of the west coast- but he needs a new sleeping bag and pad- and is relatively broke- he wants something in the 0-20 degree range- and ideally a thermarest all for around $200 I volunteered to post on his behalf to help with local pickups etc. Please pm me with offers!! Thank you!

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I completely agree, but It's the same price as the firstlight, and the same weight, granted it may be bigger, but I only need to fit 2 people. So for weight and cost to warmth, I think the firstlight is a better choice (for me). It seems like the only drawback is the single wall's potential for being wet, but I think I'll take my chances and give it a shot.

Thank you for all of the responses! It looks like the price is right on the firstlight if I go the tent route. DPS, did you think it was exceptionally cold to camp on snow with the betamid? I have a WM alpinlite, and I am also concerned that it will get wet and lose its loft. Do you bring a groundcloth or just deal with the wet/cold?

Anyone used these? I have been struggling to use full length skis with mountaineering boots all season, and its... well, sloppy. I am 6'2, 220, and I have been using 179 cm atomics with silvretta 404s. Great going up, really terrible going down. I understand that this is generally the case with skiing in mountain boots, but it looks like these Kong Grimper approach skis could be a bit easier on the way down. Thanks!

Did you find that the vestibule was necessary when you were in Chamonix? Or was it big enough to fit the two of you+ gear without it? Thanks!

Awesome, Thanks for all of the great suggestions. I think I may still go with the firstlight, it seems like my concern of not being able to fit is not an issue, more likely I will get damp a few times. I can handle a little moisture with that kinda weight, as long as I can fit inside! Thanks!

Hello! I am looking for a lighter/bivy style tent that can stand up to 4 season alpine use. I currently lug around the MH Trango 2, and I am looking to make my overnight kit a whole lot lighter. I have thrown around the idea of the firstlight, which sounds like exactly what I am looking for in a tent. However, I am 6'2" -- and unless I am climbing with my girlfriend, most of my regular partners are close or similar in height. I have been warned that the firstlight will be VERY "snug" for 2 people, and that my feet will have to hang out of the end of the tent. Do any taller folk out there have experience using this tent? Is what I heard about this accurate? Any other suggestions for something different/better? Thank you in advance for your help!

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