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Hi All, I am heading out for a High Peaks traverse, arriving at the trail head on the evening of Friday, Jan 13 and back to the car by the afternoon of Monday, Jan. 16th. As of now, I am going solo, but it would, of course, be nice to get a group together. I haven't plotted out a route yet...

hey all, is anyone interested in climbing katahdin this winter? I plan on doing it but, due to my job, can not spend a week doing it. I have done some research and have a plan that would allow us to get in, climb, and get out in 24 hours - thats two days committed to climbing and 2 days for...

The trip began in Boston on Friday, July 29. My friend and climbing partner, Alistair, and I were headed for a technical climb on Mt. Katagdin in Baxter State Park, Maine. The route was a moderately rated ridge climb called “Pamola 4”. I took a half day from work so we could get an early...

does anyone know the name of the guy who resoles hiking boots in reading?

anyone know of a good cobbler near boston that can resole hiking boots? I need vibram soles...

Does anyone know what the rules are for camping above treeline in the area of Mt Adams, Madison - or any of the presidential for that matter. Otherwise, are there designated cakpgrounds below treeline or can we just go a certain distance off the trail. Any info for any peak in the area would...

Hi All, well, spring is here, i'm new to the area, and I need a climbing partner. A little background on myself: most of my climbing experience is from Washington state, where I believe the climbing ratings are easier than they are here. I have experience with 4 season mountaineering, BC...

Hi all, just moved here, really enjoyed the winter.. now I am planning adventures for the warmer seasons. Does anyone know some good alpine routes in New England or perhaps suggest a good guide? I'm looking for multi pitch 5.? to 5.9 routes that lead to a summit. hey, thanks

I have a minor emergency - I'm taking a friend up Mt. Washington this weekend and it seems REI, EMS etc, are fully reserved for thier rental crampons and boots. My friend is taking responsibility to find a pair, but as a backup I was wondering if anyone out there might have an old pair lying...

I'm planning on heading up washington this weekend. As there may be some new snowfall, I was wondering if anyone could tell me what areas present avalance danger along the lions head trail. Are trancievers necessary?

I'm new to the area and planning to do Mt. Washington before the winter slows down. I am just wondering what gear is necessary - ie. do I need my helmet, rope, screws or pro? I am planning to follow the lions head winter route. Are there avalanche shoots along this route? It would be great...

I'm gonna go up Mt. Adams via Airlne trail on Sat or Sun. Anyone wanna join?

this is a funny question but i'm wonering if anyone has any ideas about insulating the private parts - they seem succeptible to the extreme cold i have encountered on some of these mountains. :eek: