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skyclimb said:

catbirdseat said:

The Gibraltar Ledges route may still be in however.

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Hey Laughing Funny-Guy...the Gibralter Route is always in. Hit it when it's cold, approach it when there is just enough light to make the traverse, wear a helmet, move quickly, and descend another route like the D.C. A big crevasse or two on the upper mountain might be the biggest obstacle later in the summer.

Gib. Ledge used to be the standard route until a portion of it slid away decades ago. A short rappel or downclimb puts you back on route.

 

Given that and some rockfall potential (plus its not recommended as a summer descent route) and the guides prefer another route. I've done it on a fine July day and its amazing. It's direct, has some variety and the scenery is spectacular. It's certainly not 100% safe, but no route on Rainier is. bigdrink.gif

 

- Dwayner

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