S_Carter Posted July 24, 2002 Share Posted July 24, 2002 Headin' up to Mt. Slesse in ten days for what we hope is a pleasant time on NE buttress. Hate to carry too much gear though. Anyone know what shape the pocket glacier is in? What's the likelihood of finding a water supply along the route during this time of year? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt.Caveman Posted July 24, 2002 Share Posted July 24, 2002 ask robertm he just did it. I saw his photos online here yesterday in the what did you climb thread. looked like it was totally there in fine form  Posted by robertm-  robertm Rope Lead Member # 26  posted 07-23-2002 06:02 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NE Buttress of Mt. Si. I don't remember there being a glacier the last time I was up it. I did see some cougars  Here are the pics:  Pictures  http://www.shutterfly.com/osi.jsp?i=67b0de21b3076f3f8497  [ 07-24-2002, 04:29 PM: Message edited by: Cpt.Caveman ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
layton Posted July 25, 2002 Share Posted July 25, 2002 Couple friends of mine just did it bellingham to bellingham. Left the ham at 2am, drinkin' at Casa by 9pm, same day. WOW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highlander Posted July 25, 2002 Share Posted July 25, 2002 They must be using performance enhancing horsecock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt.Caveman Posted July 25, 2002 Share Posted July 25, 2002 no shit man. 2 cars or did they bike it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertm Posted July 26, 2002 Share Posted July 26, 2002 We had to climb 5.10 rock to get onto the buttress. The glacier is coming apart at the seams. I would opt to go from the toe if doing it again. A moat & serac blocks access to the bypass ramps. Conditions were excellent. There is no snow on the descent so fill up before the trail (running water). There was a small snow patch at the huge bivy ledge but most likely this will be gone in the next few days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Climzalot Posted July 29, 2002 Share Posted July 29, 2002 The pocket glacier is still very problematic. It took us 2 hours to find a way across and had to pull some serious shennanigans. Another party who happened across bailed due to the complications. I would say take crampons because they will save you a lot of time and spare some scetchy moves. A small tool was essential. There are still several oportunities for water on the route including a 8x4 snowpatch on the big bivy area. Seriously consider the Crossover Pass descent. The descent off the backside is long and terrible. Dont take mountain bikes, take a 2nd car, whatever it takes to do so is worth it. I got a flat tire on the ride out and had to hike many more miles than I wanted to. Feel free to email with specific questions. Â cgentzel@aai.cc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt.Caveman Posted July 29, 2002 Share Posted July 29, 2002 I say only take mountain bikes and go off the backside for more exercise. My fatness did it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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