spotly Posted August 16, 2010 Share Posted August 16, 2010 Trip: Mt. Sir Donald (attempt)- NW Ridge Date: 8/13/2010 Trip Report: We went up and gave Mt. Sir Donald a try over the weekend. Through a combination of factors, which we've all four gained some learning from, we didn't make the summit and wound up bailing at the west face rappels. The climbing was solid and sustained and the exposure was awesome. Dave and I made it to the raps in three long pitches of simulclimbing. It was too cold for me to switch to rock shoes but my Exum Ridge Runners did excellent. As much as I hate loose crap, the 4th class ledge scrambling at the bottom of raps didn't seem all that bad. Already have plans to get up there next year and get it done. If the upper section is as fun as the lower, I can see why it's one of the classics. Approach. Ledge to col. Climbing. Not climbing. Afternoon delight. Approach Notes: Tww short snow fingers to cross. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Hands Posted August 16, 2010 Share Posted August 16, 2010 One of the most excellent climbs I've done to date... Great effort! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spotly Posted August 17, 2010 Author Share Posted August 17, 2010 Thanks. But to be honest I don't think we gave it the effort we should have. I have dates set already for next year though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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