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  1. Hello to everyone,

     

    I'm fairly similar skill set to most in here. I have done Hood, Rainier, Adams, 14ers in CO etc. also an avid skier/ ski tourer. Have AIARE LVL 1 cert. Would love to meet some new people and do some climbing this summer. 28 and in good shape. Living in PDX area.

  2. Hey everyone,

     

    I just moved back to the NW after a brief stay in Colorado. Looking for some touring partners. I live in the Portland area, but willing to drive up to Rainier on some weekends. Also interested in Hood and central Oregon skiing.

     

    I'm AIARE level 1 certified, in good shape, but not a Ski Mo racer type. Just looking to get out and enjoy the snow. Looking for other safe, fun partners.

     

    Shoot me a message if interested.

     

    Thanks!

  3. Hey everyone. I'm moving, so I'm selling off some older gear. I've got a pair of 27.5 Factor 130s. These were my first AT boots. I picked them up at an REI Garage sale about 2 seasons ago. They were marked down for missing the bolt that controls the Ski/Walk mode. I had this replaced at Black Diamond HQ when I passed through SLC last time.

     

    Last season I replaced the soles with new Alpine, not AT, soles since I was using them with Salomon Guardian bindings. Soles have about 10 days on them.

     

    All buckles work. BOA system still works well. Shells are scuffed, but still functional.

     

    I'm offering these for $50 picked up in the PDX area.

     

    Thanks!

     

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  4. Awesome. Hope it works out for you. I've never done anything as intense/committing as Lib Ridge, so maybe some folks that have tackled the route can give some more insight to their fuel consumption if the use a canister stove.

     

    I would definitely make sure you have a reserve canister. I would rather carry a few extra oz of weight than run out of fuel for water. Example...I always take a small titanium pot, 4oz fuel, and pocket rocket on my summit bids in case I need to brew up at some point.

     

    Careful with the pocket rocket though, it can be a little unstable/top heavy compared to something like the whisperlite. It doesn't hold the wider base pots very well (msr stowaway 1.1L or similar). You will also get better performance from it If you can keep the canisters warm, and don't place them directly on the snow. Not always possible, I know. Other than that, it's a great stove.

  5. What's your elevation going to be? Will you be boiling the snow or just melting? Boiling water for meals?

     

    I can usually get 2-3 days per 8oz canister on mine. This is using it for melting snow for 3-4L/day at ~10k, and boiling 0.5L for dinner at night. I also don't run mine on full burn. Usually about half open. I think MSR says you'll get around 1hr on full flame per 8oz, with avg boil time under 4mins.

     

    You should be ok with 1 8oz canister each, and maybe 1 4oz canister to split as a back up.

  6. I agree with the above comments regarding you pack. Good pack for long backpacking trips, but you'll want something more streamlined for climbing. Never used those cold cold world packs, but they definitely look nice for the price. Also, unless you plan on doing huge multi day or winter climbs, id keep your day pack volume to 30-40L, and 50-60L range for 1-3 nights should work. The more space you have, the more tempted you'll be to fill it with non essential items.

     

    Browse the yard sale here for some deals on used gear. Check out sites like geartrade.com for some other used gear. Some guide companies, like alpine ascents, occasionally sell of rental gear.

    http://www.alpineascents.com/gear/SalesBrochure.pdf

     

    Good luck, and have fun.

     

     

     

  7. I have one. Absolutely love it. It's the only bag I use in the Cascades, including on Rainier in the winter. Plus it's in a one-of-a-kind fabric and color configuration so there is no other bag like it.

     

    Do you find your feet over heating at all? Or feeling too restricted? Considering buying the UL model.

  8. Hi, all. Myself and "Going for it", are looking to make an attempt on Rainier via the DC on June 6-8. Looking to see if there is anyone interested in making this a team of 3. I have 1 successful late season summit of Rainier via the DC. Would like someone else with experience on Rainier, also.

     

    I'm located in Portland, and happy to ride share with anyone from this area.

     

    Thanks,

     

    Brandon

  9. No problem. Another tip I was given, that has helped me: buy a length of rope or cordelette (maybe 10-15ft or so) from REI or somewhere, to practice your knots and anchor set ups as you acquire gear. This can easily be done at home.

     

    Also, buy Freedom of the Hills if you haven't already.

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