AlpineK

A long time ago I had the privilege of tunneling through a cornice at the top of a route called Photo Finish on Mt. Andromeda up in the C. Rockies. The route was great, getting steeper and steeper as you approached the summit. The top of Andromeda is a big plateau, and there was a cornice that hung over the whole face we were climbing. We tried to traverse to get around the cornice, but the only way to summit was to go through it. At the time I had never read anything, and I still haven't, about tunneling, but it was the only thing to do. I started digging, while standing on 70-80 degree ice, making a trough through the snow so I could get my ice tools in and get up to the cornice. Once there I just dug. I don't know anything about some fancy assed technique, I just dug. I eventually poked a hole through the cornice and we climbed through to the summit. All I have to say is don't do it unless you are forced to, and don't email me for a more precise description of my technique. [ 11-27-2001: Message edited by: AlpineK ]

I can't believe this is still going. Come on Scott, when you put a huge chip on your shoulder and dare people to knock it off, don't you think it's little much not to expect people to try. Hey SM whats up? You going to be a big assed sucka at the next sucka night? PS Scott, If you had pissed me off at Muir I would have let you know right then and there instead of waiting till I got behind a computer. You should be proud of what you've helped create. [ 11-24-2001: Message edited by: AlpineK ]

quote: Originally posted by comradreja: Bite me, you godd_mn tree hugger, I don't your support and I would never ski with a psycho like you. You are darn Scotch stealer weasel. I bet you are a wuss ass skier as well. I can traverse some slopes you would be too afraid to ski. comradreja... Yeah... and you can sidestep down some slopes that I can ski while I sit at the base of and laugh and drink your scotch. [ 11-21-2001: Message edited by: AlpineK ]

quote: Originally posted by Scott Hoelscher: Been to the summits of some, most or all of the Cascade volcanoes? Ready to take the next big step in mountaineering? We are 2 experienced Portland area climbers organizing a Denali expedition for late May/early June 2002 and need 2-3 strong, ambitious climbers to join. If you are interested in this once in a life time experience.... The next big step in mountaineering?? Wow you've climbed most of the volcanoes ..Once in a lifetime experience Your mom said that about sleeping with me. You know Scott it's great you're so psyched to climb Denali, but in reality if your climbing up the butt (see sprayictionary) it's just a long, dangerous, and cold walk in the snow with a herd of other climbers. Good luck and take a pill [ 11-21-2001: Message edited by: AlpineK ]

quote: Originally posted by Dru: Stupid Canadian question: When is Presidents Day? In February. We celebrate our most important presidents. Don't you guys have a holiday when you drink tea and eat crumpets and talk about the queen?

Fucker8 your head needs to go on an expedition up the butt...see sprayictionary

Up the butt ... either to ascend a buttress of a mountain, or where you can shove your ice ax numbnutz.

Go easy on the Comradja guy. He's got a few screws loose and a wierd sense of humor.

Your picture is looking better Tim. Too bad Bachelor is flat and boring.

quote: Originally posted by Figger Eight: Hey Ass Muncher - you think up that one all by yourself AlpineK? I thought smoking dope made you more creative...it certainly hasn't made you any smarter. I'm neither 009 or Snow Muncher. I think I've met them before though; possibly at Camp Muir.

So if you smoke crack you'll turn to Jesus?

You get angry easy just like Larson

Larson sucks!! But I do have one good thing to say. He is an excellent target for us to unite against.

I like the masturbation prevention advice... wear loose fitting pjs that are hard to remove. And keep the bathroom door open [ 11-20-2001: Message edited by: AlpineK ]

So where are we meeting in Tacoma?

Oh yeah. I've been arrested for climbing the Tacoma Narrows bridge. We did summit though.

Me and some friends got high at Camp Muir the other weekend.

I'm not scared of driving to Tacoma

I scored a copy of the new Snoqualmie Pass ski guide on Saturday, bought a couple maps of Canuck land (also skiing related). I also watched meteors and ran up Mt. Si. When is going to fuck'n snow? [ 11-19-2001: Message edited by: AlpineK ]

In Europe all the car makers sell these small, bad ass diesel engines that have a lot of power and get great milage. Too bad they don't meet EPA standards. I've never seen a Gary Brill presentation, but I hear he's a wee bit dull as a speaker. On the other hand I did see a Jim Bridwell(SP?) slide show at TNF and he was totally incoherent, and he showed all the pictures from his trip to Alaska including the pre-trip shopping at Costco. [ 11-19-2001: Message edited by: AlpineK ]

That brings a tear to my eye Captn. Poor Bonzo. Everyone has 1st amendment rights no matter how mean spirited and vicious they are.

Well back to the subject. I checked out the slides and they were great. I can't wait until we get some snow.

I'm a little hurt you didn't mention my name Dan. After all I caused this topic to be created; also I think I came up with the idea of giving you constant crap (not that plenty of other people don't dislike you). I am curious about the chip on your shoulder; and how is it you know so much about a sport you have less than one year experience in? I mean many of the people you seem to hate here have more climbing experience than you are ever likely to get.

The NF is well on it's way to being just like Eddie Bauer. You know Eddie Bauer edition Ford Excursion. I can see it now The NF edition Ford Big Ass Sucker Mobile. I bet Dan Larson would buy one.

Aidian, Dan Larson is an excellent example of someone who doesn't smoke pot that you should stay away from. I think he tortures small animals in his basement. Dan Larson sucks, Dan Larson sucks, Dan Larson sucks, Dan Larson sucks, Dan Larson sucks, Dan Larson sucks