Recent content by guildhall

Thanks for the info, guys. Looks like parking is available before the turn-around or at barnum road. Hopefully the trails are broken....lol

Hey folks, I was thinking about heading up to the black range this weekend and parking at the Batavia Kill/Acra trailhead. Is parking available here? I recall seeing signs in the warmer months about no winter access..... Also, are there any Catskill mountains that offer a semi-clear view...

Hi, This sunday I'll be heading to the Catskills for the first time. I'm looking to climb a mountain with decent views, and also one that is pretty well traveled as the snow is more apt to be packed down. I'd like the hike to be under 4 hours or so roundtrip. Right now I'm leaning toward a...

Thanks for the input, Bryan. I think I might grab those Air Techs. About the extender-- whats the difference between the standard long bar and the flex bar? Are both compatible with the crampons? Which do you prefer? thanks!

Hi folks, I'm currently using Camp Stalker Crampons, but these are causing far too much slipping and sliding. I'd like to upgrade.. As of now I have pretty basic hiking boots and therefore I'll need the kinds with straps. So far I'm torn between the G10, Grivel Air Tech...

Its mostly ice and a little snow. Just got back from Eisenhower. The ground was still warm, but you could find ice in the trees down to about 3500'. Above treeline it was a mix of sleet, some flurries, and rime. High winds, but good time. Views were socked in till 2 or 3. Washington should...

Thank you everyone for your prompt replies. Looks like I'm off to the mountain then!

Hi, I plan on climbing Goose Eye this weekend. I've always seen it on maps but know little about it. Does it have a distinct treeline with decent views, also is the trail fairly easy to follow. It seems to be a more remote mountain... I saw in a post that the Maine side is closed. If I enter...

Lol. Does Tom or Field offer the better overlooks?

Thanks for the Suggestions For Moosilauke would Glencliff be recommended over Beaver Brook trail this time of year? Also, for Osceola's: Would Kangamangus trailhead be the best access? Lastly, how is Liberty in terms of ice and steepness? Would it be comparable to the top sections of Jackson?

Hi everyone, my father and I will be heading up to the whites this coming weekend. We've done winter Lafayette and Washington. We'd like to try some new mountains. I was wondering if anyone had suggestions for a hike that is: -Well-packed down -Over 4,000 feet -Less than 4 miles each way...

Thanks for the input. Grivel claims they fit up to a size 14 but from the reviews I gather, this is optimistic at best.

Hi, I'm thinking of ordering a pair of G10's off of ebay. They appear to come with the standard size flex bar. Would these fit a size 13 boot? Any experience from owners? Many thanks!

I guess my thinking is that it would be nice to have a jacket that could double as an around the town parka in very cold weather. I do agree ColdRiverRun about price-- I'd feel alot less stress using a cheap jacket around the fire! It seems pretty narrowed down due to price and availability...

Typically when I hike I wear a thermal shirt and bring a sweater and wind jacket. This system is good to about 30 and windy. I'd like to be able to hike down to 15 in wind, or around zero in light wind. I'm not so much concerned about going uphill because of the heat generated, but rather...