telemarker Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 But, but...the rock climbing is just getting good! Awesome photo Kurt! Quote
mattp Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 Yes, Kurt may be exhibiting that phenomenon that I've observed in the past: in October everybody wants to ski when they are in top climbing shape, there is no snow in the mountains, and the crags are dry; while in April they all want to rock climb when the crags are wet, their ski legs are in prime shape, and the ski hills are full of snow. We have here an excellent picture, though, and I'm thinking of pulling my skis out. Thanks, Kurt. Quote
kurthicks Posted October 14, 2011 Author Posted October 14, 2011 Gentlemen--The key is to optimize your activity based on current conditions, not necessarily the "season." Today was unquestionably skiing after two days of snow (about 14" of fresh on Baker at 7000'), followed by a perfectly calm sunny day; next week is looking like it's going to be alpine and rock climbing... it was a fantastic day out on the planks though! Quote
AlpineK Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 Nice pics! Mmmm powder In the Fall folks want to ski since they've probably taken time off and or miss it. The same is true about climbing in the spring. Quote
Dave7 Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 Im pretty sure i am stuck in purgatory...aka Georgia...ugh!!!!!! Jealous. Quote
jordansahls Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 Today was unquestionably skiing after two days of snow (about 14" of fresh on Baker at 7000' How was the snow pack? Stable? Quote
kurthicks Posted October 14, 2011 Author Posted October 14, 2011 we saw a little wind effect up on the crest of Heliotrope, but otherwise it was stable. we dug no pits. 2-5" of pow in most places. pole pen was up to 30cm. Quote
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