Forbidden - W. Ridge approach gully conditions?

[Alpine_Dreamer]

Anyone have recent info on the condition of the gully leading to the w. ridge notch? I'm thinking about attempting the ridge as a day trip soon (w/ aluminum poons & a light axe), and I'd be shut down quick if there's any ice or mixed climbing to deal w/.

[J_Fisher]

You can always just climb the rock to the gullies left. 4th class. It is a bit grungy. I did the W Ridge this way in October a couple years back when the gully was largely snow free.

[robertm]

it looked OK... there was a gash across the middle of the coulier but it looked as if parties were going around the left of it. If it looks sketch you can always do the East Ridge.

[Alpine_Dreamer]

Thanks for the beta!