JWebster
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Do you still have the venom's? I was looking at buying a pair of these for Hood. There is a 15 foot section of 65 degree ice near the top of the chute on the southside route and I am new to ice climbing. Was hoping that these type of hybrid tools would be sufficient for colours, moderate ice climbing, etc.
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Thanks for the reply, sorry to pick your brain on your post looking for partners and if it isn't appreciated let me know. I was looking through Mt.Gear's catalog at hybrid tools that were not crazy techincal, would a pair of BD venom do the job, or should I get the Sum-tec from Petzl. Not really looking to spend 250 plus per tool and either of these choices I can get into for around 300-350 for the pair. Any thoughts?
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I'm looking to take a buddy up in a few weeks after he gets his cardio up a bit. How are the conditions past the hogs back this time of year? Are tools necessary, because we only have standard ice axes ( self arrest). I have several pickets and was going to grab a couple of screws just in case. I went up pearly gates last year for my first major summit and had to solo because my buddy bonked out early, step kicking in firm snow, fairly steep, but I felt good. Everyone else was using the old Shute above the crater.
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How is the south side route in Febuary generally? I did it in early June last year, but wanted to do a winter climb this time around. I don't have ice tools, but had planned on a couple of pickets and a screw for belay if necessary. What should if be looking out for, etc to ensure a safe climb?
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Anybody climbing on Monday night/Tuesday on the south side route? I was just wondering how the conditions might be shaping up after a few days of light snow this weekend in the forecast. Is avy danger really a problem in these kinds of conditions on the south side or does it stay pretty basic? Also, if anyone wants to join a couple of fatty's for a slow ascent on that night, let me know, Or if you plan on being on the mountain so that I know I'm not the only one up there!