dbconlin
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I looked at marmotmountainworks.com and couldn't find silvretta 404s. They have the LS 500, though, which is ?similar? I think. Does anyone know if this is compatible with plastic mountaineering boots? Leather?
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I've been using one of those soft Nalgene "Cantene" bottles for the last couple of weeks during some winter attempts at Long's Peak. They are nice because putting them in your jacket is less uncomfortable when they mold to the shape of your body. Unfortunately after about two weeks of steady use, mine developed a leak where the soft plastic is fused to the hard plastic of the mouth of the bottle. Nalgene says it is guaranteed leakproof, though, so maybe they will replace it. I guess from now on I should buy these bottles at REI, where returns are most easy (I did not and also did not save the receipt). Has anyone else had leak problems with these bottles?
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Trivia of the thread:
Does anyone know how Petzl came up with the name for their Tikka?
It is the "third eye" that Hindus wear on their forehead.
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I also think resale is a moot point at this point. And I disagree with the statement that rebuilding is a bad idea. If so much has already been replaced, a new engine will render the vehicle in pretty good condition. It is way, way less expensive to put in a new engine plus a few hundred dollars in "unforeseen" additional repairs than buying a new vehicle (upwards of $20k) or newer used one (which may need repairs itself). I think you are making the right decision.
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Sounds like the kind of vehicle you are looking for might be along the lines of the CRV, Toyota Rav4, Kia Sportage, Jeep liberty, or other "mini-utes," which are basically a car platform, with a SUV/wagon body, and a little extra clearance. Unfortunately, I think you'll have a hard time finding one in your price range, unless you go with a Suzuki Sidekick--I don't know if they are any good...? These vehicles just haven't been popular long enough to have a good used market yet. I think the Subaru Outbacks have been around long enough to find one in your price range, and they do have more clearance than the older 'Roos, but not by much (although nothing short of a full-on truck/SUV will have much more, or a Hummer). Don't know if this helps... good luck.
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BARRYVOX
Hells, yeah!
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I can't imagine skate decking being a very good idea! Abrasive, not that tacky. The rubberized tape sound like a decent idea. Also the tuolene rubber glue stuff is probably what I would try. my 2cents...
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Ok, no one is guessing on mine, a couple of posts back. Either no one cares, or it is too hard? I'll give a couple of hints:
1. it is in the Nepal Himalaya
2. it has never been climbed
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Kwanzaa is an African-American holiday. So, yes, it was made up in the USA, although I'm not sure when, and it is celebrated exclusively here by African-Americans/Blacks who are here because, presumably, their ancestors were brought over on slave ships. It is basically a celebration of their roots.
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My favorite double wall tent ever though is the wild country
I have a Wild Country Mountain tent (used to be the Quasar). Two man tent (but i've slept three in it. Well, two girls, one guy, which makes it bearable), double wall, blah, blah. Similar in desing to the North Face Mountain Tent or some such, but over a pound lighter and it has 2 vestibules. I have been very happy with it. If you are looking at double wall and/or may have some monetary restrictions, check it out. I think they have come down in price substantially since I bought mine.
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ok, thanks to both, snoboy and beck.
So, there isn't anything inherent in their ability to pick up the signal (or transmit it), but it is just the processing of that signal that reduces range, yes? So beacons that start off in analog and then switch to digital, such as, I beleive, the Mammut Barryvox (and the X1, maybe???) can do would eliminate this problem. Sounds like the perfect solution!
Am I wrong, somehow?
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That's my size. How much?
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I agree with snoboy and disagree [i guess] with redmonk. Smartwool will regain cushiness in the wash, but I do turn them inside out, which probably helps.
I think Smartwools are designed to work w/o liners, but that is just a guess based on their interior knit. I also find them vastly superior to wool for all day hiking comfort and wicking ability.
Some key factors I think that have been identified in this thread are such: First of all, how sweaty are your feet, Greg? My feet aren't very sweaty so what works for me, may or may not work for you. Second, where are you having blister issues? I generally don't get them, except occasionally on my heel if its a new/stiff boot, or it just plain doesn't fit right. Probably the single most important issue with blisters is boot fit!!! This is best dealt with a priori, but can be customized post hoc by adjusting the thickness of your sock system. Sometimes, after boots break in, and get a little looser, I start wearing more or thicker socks to make up for the extra room. Finally, if the blisters are appearing only on your heel, just throw a piece of tape over your heel when you boot up for the day and call it good.
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Does anyone know WHY digital beacons have less range than analog?
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Cumsack Mountain
Ha ha.
How about:
sequim
twisp
george, washington
martha, washington
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Ok, here's a mountain. Not too hard to guess the region, but anyone know the mountain's name. . . and can you spell it?
Sorry for the double post
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I know, I know--not exactly a "mountain" photo. But I saw him on a mountain. . .
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I have a few pairs of SmartWool that I have used mostly for backpacking. They rock at first, but after a week or so, the once plush interior of the sock becomes crusty. Unfortunately, this doesn't seem to be abetted by washing in the creek, but does recover from a good ole soak in the Maytag. I still think they are the best backpacking socks I've owned. I do not wear a liner with them and have had no major blister probs.
However, for winter mountaineering/ice climbing (in leathers), I like to wear a liner for warmth more than blister issues. I have been wearing Thor-lo expedition weight socks with a cotton athletic sock liner for day trips, and a relatively thick synthetic liner for multi-days. Works for me.
Skiing, I like a relatively thin sock, such as Thor-los ski-specific models, no liner. But here fit is the issue, not warmth because of the double/plastic aspect of ski boots (mine, anyway--some of the old-school leather fiends might have different issues). With plastic mountaineering boots, might this be the case? I don't own any.
So, what type of activity are you buying boots for?
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But, did you have a job at all? How did you afford it? Let me in on the secret!!!
Got to get me one of those trust funds I hear so much about! Or marry up!
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I don't know, ehmic, I think school is a great time for climbing. I mean, I just got done with a couple of years of "bummin'" and the amount of climbing time was really good during some of its phases, but others were dominated by "jobs" where I had to work my ass off to make enough money to get by bummin' again. And often the jobs sucked! Now, compared to a typical job, school gives much time off: fall break, turkey day, a whole friggin' month for X-mas, spring break, summer. Not to mention the weekends and occasionally, when you can swing it, weekdays or at least 1/2 days. yeah, I'm back in school now and lovin' it.
Maybe it depends on where you go. Boulder, CO--can't complain.
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My local climbing shop has last year's model on sale. Has anyone used them? They are insulated-I am looking for a Winter alpine boot and am considering these or maybe some plastics. What do y'all prefer? Would these be warm enough compared to plastics?
Thanks.
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I am thinking of getting some new crampons that are better for the vertical world. The ones I have now are hinged glacier crampons and I find them lacking sometimes. Does anyone have opinions (ha!) on what is better, rigid or semi-rigid, and for what types of climbing, advantages/disadvantages etc.? Also, any comments on specific models would be welcome. Right now I'm thinking:
Semi-rigid:
-BD Bionic
-CM M10
-Grivel G14
Rigid:
-DMM Terminator
-Trango Hyper Harpoon
-Grivel Rambo Comp
Appreciate it!
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So, a recent Rock & Ice had a test of some ultralight shells. Many of the less-expensive ones used a proprietary "waterproof-breathable" fabric. This review commented on design, fit, and breathability, but not waterproofness. Does anyone have experience with inexpensive ultralight shells, especially with regard to their waterproofness.
Right now I am thinking of either the:
Marmot Precip
OR
Sierra Designs Tempest
So comments on these two, or other well-liked or stay-away-from models would be appreciated.
Thanks!
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Probably of anywhere, Alaska has the most jobs. Just don't expect, oh, an office or anything. Mostly, hmmm, fishing, oil extraction, construction. I spent last winter working there because I couldn't find a better job. Definitely an interesting experience, for the restless/can't stay in one place or hold a job type, anyway.
Extreme Alpinism
in Climber's Board
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I agree with Cavey (a while ago on this thread). I got alot out of the book and I think it goes several steps further than books such as Freedom of the Hills. I didn't find too many things in the book that far out there. There were a few things i remember thinking I wouldn't probably try, but overall, if you want to go light and fast, alot of the advice is worthwile.