Recent content by eddogg12

Came in Otoole Rd. A nice walk in to the lean to. Some rocks on the stream crossing are a bit icey. yaktrax/Stabilicer's ok for the way up, last 20 feet or so is a sheet of ice, Crampons needed unless you can get around the ice. A Windy Day at the top, not a great day for views. Only a few...

Some icy rocks on a few of the stream crossings, and about 2-3 inches of snow up high, Yaktrax ok for most of the way, a few tricky spots though. Great Views and a great day.

Trail to Marcy Dam and to the turn off for Phelps very well skied, shoed, very packed out. Trail to summit of Phelps packed out great as well. a bit icey in spots, although was able to navigate without changing to crampons. Plenty of traffic on the summit. a few groups bare booting on the...

I just heard that it was making a return last night. I wasn't too suprised to see that guy Tim back. I'll probably most likely end up watching it, despite the fact that I do have mixed feelings about the show in general.

Aside from forcing my family into buying a Mountain Hardwear -15 degree down bag, I still got some time to think! :D

I read the book, Still trying to locate a theatre where the film is being played. I just can't understand why the film wasn't released in more areas.

They look like they may even be a more in-between Stabilicers and Crampons which could be beneficial. Couldn't really see from the picture but they do appear to have no top strap.

There is alot of debate about the Tevelator being a necessity or not. The main perks about the MSR's is there size, and traction, that I've noticed, IMO, and Any MSR shoe you get is going to give you that advantage.

The MSR's are great shoes. From what it looks like, the poles come along with the shoes. If you check out the MSR site, it goes a bit more into detail with different weights. Adding the flotation tails depending on weight and conditions. If the trail is packed out pretty good, theres usually...

Nice report! I'm hoping to get out there, before the snow flies. Sorry to hear about your mishap on the rocks, glad to hear your ok though!

I generally try to hold a good convo. ....although depends on how steep the trail! :eek:

Just an update I did order the MSR Snowshoes and received them at that Price. I recently ordered the MSR Simmerlite at that lower price but haven't received it yet.

Darren, It does appear that the price has gone back up. I was attempting to do a "print screen" type of thing to show you the amount I paid, but it's not working. Any advice on how to do that. Both Items are shipped from Amazon, I'm not sure if it was mis-priced, and they caught it after a...

Chip, Thanks for the heads up on the life cycle of a climber. :D But in all seriousness, That does sounds like a good approach. Once I feel completely comfortable in the gym, I think I'm going to need to look for an easy single pitch route that maybe I can hike and set up some bomber...

I know Dave or another Admin. is going to probably lock this in a moment. :D But I wanted to spread the wealth! ...I do hope that in the future there may be a spot for deals on gear. I know last year I picked up a set of ice tools due to a thread posted, so I'm giving back! MSR Simmerlite...