JasonG

I know, I know. Old grudges are hard to let go of, and the FS was certainly in the business of whacking and packing for many years. If the Forest Service went back to such a model, then the Legacy proposal would make a lot more sense. I just don't like the scare tactics.

Another article that helps illustrate the current culture in the NPS: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/10/science/earth/parks-chief-blocked-plan-for-grand-canyon-bottle-ban.html?hp Taken with the debacle that transpired down at Rainier recently, I really start to wonder why this agency is looked upon more highly than the FS by NCCC.

Just because Trent is over in Afghanistan doesn't mean you can use his name in vain! I'm sure he can serve up some extra pain upon his return.

Great TR and photos! A few corrections: Garibaldi= Shuksan Three Fingered Jack= Three Fingers

Interesting....it will be awhile before I can afford a new set up so it will be fun to keep an eye on things in the next few years (maybe a splitboard specific hardboot next?). Regardless of preferences, I think it is really cool that there are getting to be more and more options for splitboarders. Similar to the situation back 25 years ago with regular snowboarding. Of course that means the BC won't get any quieter. It is amazing how many more folks you see out compared to just a decade ago....

Wow! A proud looking line and a great story, thanks for an inspiring TR!

John Scurlock keeps in touch with him.....

I agree that both roads need to be realigned and would support redrawing of wilderness boundaries to make it happen. I have written my reps in support of such a change, and I encourage others who feel the same to do so also.

Voile Mtn. Plate binding, I have the same setup with Scarpa Matrix boots. No need to DIY. However, I think that the new Spark boots and bindings look like the way to go if you have a lot of money to spend on a new set up. AT boots ride OK, but I really miss the soft boot feel. They do skin and traverse quite well though...

Lots of great suggestions, here are few more to add to the list: -That prominent gully (from the Highway) on Whistler Peak between Rainy and WA passes. Great fun, easy descent. -East Face of Mt. Angeles (Olympics) in the winter. -NR of Baker -Adams Gl. on Mt. Adams -NF Buckner -Frostbite Ridge on Glacier Peak -NF ramp on Harvey (BC) Whatever you do, do not take her on the NF of Graybeard. Were you serious Fred??

Can't someone summon the Caveman out of retirement for this important thread?

Exactly. Glad to see that I'm not the only one who feels that NCCC would like to lock the young, old, and relatively unfit from some of the prime NC wildlands. Rebuild the roads already! Until they change their tune, I am firmly against the Legacy proposal.

Great suggestions all! I have tried various types of duct tape over the years and it doesn't seem to stick as well as athletic tape. In my experience, liner socks seem to bunch after a lot of skinning and they rarely are long enough to cover to the top of a ski boot (at least the ones I have seen typically). I will try and seek out some higher quality tape and will try the Benzoin also. Thanks for the quick feedback everyone!

Just wondering if folks have a certain brand of tape that they use for taping feet when using thermo liners (which don't appear to breathe). Normally my boots are fine for a long day out in the hills, but sometimes when I have had to walk a few miles on trails (think exit to Garibaldi Neve traverse) I get some raw spots. The standard athletic tape seems to sweat off rather quickly...but maybe I've just been using the wrong stuff? Have others had this issue, and what have you done? Other than getting out more to toughen the feet that is. . ..

Yo, Cheese Head, surely you jest. Moderators have a sense of humor too....

Good to know, thanks! Given the weather we may be headed into ski season anyway....

Is this the same route we climbed in this TR from a few years ago? We were stopped a body length from the summit by a snowy slab, but had a blast on the ridge itself (the couloir was just a slog in the spring). Nice to hear that it is a good climb on the other end of the summer, and thanks for the blog post!

Kurt's new route linked to this TR that I must have missed years ago. Sounds like a fun route (maybe skip the true summit and descend the way Kurt did?)...recommended? Best in autumn after some melt/freeze?

I thought I had seen it all on cc.com, but this is a first. Tent anchor fetish? The land of Lincoln breeds some interesting characters.

Well, if Ross and Sky hadn't skied all these faces already we might be on par with the Canadian Rockies.

Ah . . . the joys of fire and trundling. Thanks for the video!

Great info, it is on the list. Thanks!

Really cool looking line! In the conditions you guys found, what would you have graded it? Just wondering if it is a moderate weekend warrior route or not....you guys are guides after all.

Amazing info, thanks much Don! This was my first trip this far north in coastal BC, but it won't be my last. You've certainly piqued my interest for more forays even farther afield....

Wicked, Mate! I have the "Classic Dolomites Climbs" book on my shelf, and I have wanted to climb there for some time- thanks for the reminder to keep the dream alive! Most likely I will have to wait for my little rope guns to grow up a bit......