JensHolsten Posted January 2, 2014 Posted January 2, 2014 I got into the Stuart Range this past weekend. Conditions were trying on the approach with nearly every slippery step on glass like ice...Once I got above 6,000 feet I found variable snow, from squeaky neve to shin deep wind packed pow. The Northwest Buttress isn't the hardest route around but it's varied and beautiful, making for a good winter climb. Check out the report: http://www.jensholsten.blogspot.com/2013/12/patagonia-tune-up-first-winter-ascent.html Quote
kevino Posted January 2, 2014 Posted January 2, 2014 I think there is more ice on the trails than on the mountains. Nice job on the climb. After trying to ski up there on the 26th, I saw how perfect these conditions would be for winter rock ascents. Who is going to repeat the CNR on Stuart? Quote
JensHolsten Posted January 5, 2014 Author Posted January 5, 2014 You're right Kevino, this is a great window for many objectives in the Cascades. I hope to see some folks getting after it!! Quote
JasonG Posted January 6, 2014 Posted January 6, 2014 Excellent effort and write up, thanks! Good luck down south! Quote
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