Mike Durrant

I am attempting to climb McLaughlin this week. Has anyone climbed it in the last few weeks? Will I need crampons and ice axe?

I'm interested in climbing Mclaughlin this weekend (I am flexible for Saturday or Sunday). Anyone interested in joining or has recently climbed it? Any and all info regarding McLaughlin is kindly welcomed.

Wife bought me a guided trip to the top of Mt. Hood for May. I have 5 months to get my ass in shape. I am (overly) dedicated to accomplishing the climb. I have some questions regarding training: 1) What kind of exercises would you recommend? I'm guessing 5-10 mile runs, stairs, lunges, core reps (sit-ups, etc.). Anything else you do that can help me? 2) I have been told to practice climbing. I live in Southern Oregon, so McLoughlin is convenient. Is that a good practice mountain? Any others (south Sister?) are easy for me to try before Hood?

Wife allowed me to cross off bucket list item: climb Mt. Hood. It will be a guided trip, but need help with climbing boots. I have done minimal research and have fallen for the Lowa Mountain Expert Gtx Evo. The price point is $395. I wondering if there are better shoes for a rookie and if there is a place I can get a better price point. All help is greatly appreciated.