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Except for the extended time above timberline is there some reason so few take the Jewell Trail (3.7 miles) to Gulfside (jct at (5400) then north up the Loop to Jefferson?(another 1.8 with little net elevation gain) . I recall a gradual "down" in there on the way to the Jeff Loop?

Just did a maiden voyage up Whiteface yesterday on our Kahootlas and what a difference in exertion and knee action between them and Denalis or Crampons. Thought I'd call them (Kahootla in Flagstaff) and get their ideas on field repair and warranty. The woman suggested plastic ties. I always...

Loon and I and my new replaced knee. Trails: Blueberry Ledge to Rollins to Dicey's Mill Peaks: Whiteface leaving 5 left on the winter 4000kers. Zero wind on this epically Bluebird day! Snow conditions: Primary: frozenand loose granular. (Great footing with Kahootlas) to 3000 feet then very...

What are your experineces with them?.... please share . I'm hearing some great things about these Kahootla microspikes. Light, easier on the knees than crampons, fit nicely, super in variable conditions in hard snow. easy to put on and take off. AND Not good : They ball up in new, wetter snow

Hello Do you know if there is an alpine binding compatible with the Koflach Expe (circa 2005). Or rephrased: Is there a binding that will fit the boot and allow alpine sking? The sole is rolled very slightly like a banana by design, Also the toe flange on the sole of the Expe is too short...

My friends For decades I've suffered along with most of my climbing friends from "cold cuts" on our fingers (cuticles). They are nasty little slices next to the fingernail .And ..... they hurt. Seeing the Neosporin on my friend's table reminded me of the treatment Ive used for years now...

As I sit here recouperating from an injury I am in awe of the lack of mountaineering awareness from the "new crowds" on the mountains. You are not on a white stair climber! All reports now seem to say there are many climbers out particularly on "cherry days". What prompted this thread was...

Mt: Cannon Conditions: Packed powder and some ice where the wind scoured the surface. Equiptment Denalis all the way. Light micro fleece was warm enough on this steep ascent. Threw on the eVent shell (Thanks Wild Things you rock!) at 3300 feet just to stay "unsnowy". Got an alpine start...

I had heard White Dot and Cross were now open.?

Trying still to see if that interminable Rollins trail is broken out or is going to be this weekend.

Any knowlledge as to whether the Rollins Trail has seen any recent use? Wold like to do Passaconaway and Whiteface Sunday.

Hello Alpine Zoners, Wolf and I are most likely doing South TTwwiinn this coming Sunday. We both need it for the NE winter list. Is there any other group headed IN (and it is IN) that day or Saturday?

The name comes from a Laplander word, pulkke, meaning travelling sled..... they used to be made of wood and reindeer hide. So far the most cost effective and lightweight plastic sleds come from Paris Co. in Maine. The are quick to build (1 hour or less) and last years. Images and building info...

Hey my fellow Crazies, (Thats what they call us winter mountaineers behind our backs) Subject: Denali Ascents I am looking to buy my second pair of these weight saving, stability giving marvels. Has anyone found a supplier who discpounts them? I cant even find one who has them in stock...

Starting with the wonderful Carlsons Lodge in Twin Mt. (This warm and inviting lodge with huge rooms was made for us,..winter mountaineer types. A big wood burning stove sets the tone in the "its your home" like lobby) In 6 decades of the Mts I never set out in temps more than 25 degress...

Trail Conditions : Bikehikeskifish summed up the trail conditions. Perfect for this long route. Equiptment: We used Denalis out and back on packed powder ...perfect conditions for this trail. The lower section defines the word "slog". Otherwise full winter less ice axe and crampons. The...

Four of the BMTs got together for this perfect day in the mountains. Conditions: Consolidated packed powder up to Warden's Cabin then unpacked 18" in drifts up the initial steeper summit cone giving way to a skim coat of ice on rock on the more moderate approach to the summit . Equiptment...

Is there a potential winter campsite at approx the 3300 foot level on the Bondcliff Trail....where the trail turns sharply to the left (south)? I know about the old Camp 16 , 5 miles from the Kanc but we are looking for a site closer to the summit of BondCliff. Climbing Stallion/ BMT

Tuesday, Dec. 9th 2008 Trail Conditions: Perfect hard consolidated granular with 1- 2" new snow on top . Some running water still but easily avoided. Special Equiptment: Any traction micros/stabilicers /crampons or my choice, the most reliable old friends, Lefty and Righty .. my Denali...

Hey there Cru Any snow of note on Cardigan?