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Nice report Giggy. Glad you guys didnt get taken out by Harvard bulge! So what do you think? 2+? -chris

I've read the beaconing silence. My recommendation is that if you like para-gliding or high-stakes alpinism, you probably should skip it. It is an interesting look into a retired mountaineers views on life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness though. As for the movie, I'd love to see it. I...

My ice climbing gloves. And they are Schoeller too, and therefore breathable. Mittens beat gloves any day of the week. -chris

Yeah, RI ranks right up there with DE, OH, and IA. IA is a little harder to find though... It's awesome that the owners of the land have opened this scenic point of interest. (it used to only be open 2 weekends a year) Glad you made it back safe. I know the radio tower has warnings about...

Nice Report. Some of those "little" mountains in VT are beautiful. Love the woodpecker shot. -chris

Neil and Sylvie, I have followed your adventures for years and your loss saddens me deeply. The special bond with your son is portrayed so definitively in your many photo albums. Dominic was definitely special among us mountain people. My condolences. -chris

You might also try posting at www.rockclimbing.com or www.mountainproject.com That is how I usually find my partners. You could also just show up and put out a notice that you are looking for a partner and then just boulder until someone shows up, that's what I always do, but it *is* nicer to...

I visited CO in 2006, now I live here. About the front range: The front range is incredibly diverse in terms of scenery. I think it is hard to justify basing in one town, but there are a few places worth visiting. 1) Boulder, CO. The downtown area is a neat place to spend the day. IMO a...

50+ Days out climbing 157 Routes (64 Onsight, 24 Redpoint). First 5.9 onsight. First Gunks 5.7. First 5.11 sport onsight. First Backcountry climbs in the Adks. First WI2 Lead. First WI3 Lead. 6 State Highpoints (5 with my family :)) RI, (IA, OH, DE, MS, PA) Colden did his first 4Ker...

Two tools If you are anything like me, you may just be looking for an excuse to buy more toys. I completely understand. Anyway, I would think a second tool would get you up the section you described right quick. Keep in mind that "mountaineering" style axes have a different shaped head that...

Very beautiful pics. Looks like you had a great day out. From your pictures it doesn't appear to be crampon-type terrain... Was there ice up there? I am always weary of putting on my 'pons when hiking through talus slopes, they usually do more harm then good, scratching the rocks and...

Keep in mind the folks at sugarbush (Ellen) may not take kindly to you tromping on their private lands. Here is my experience: http://www.vftt.org/forums/showthread.php?t=16112 -percious

My problem is usually adjusting back to a normal diet AFTER a big hike. That monday after weekend-warrioring has me hankoring for just about anything. Hard to sit in my cube when my stomach is growling.... -percious

I believe the K4s is the next-next generation of the K2. Gear express is selling them at a decent price, I really like that store. -percious

Not to hijack the thread, but does anyone know of any warmers that work well in the oxygen deprived interior of a boot? I have tried a few that say they work, but they just don't. My feet get so freaking cold while belaying... -percious

I think the Sportiva K4s is a better, warmer boot for the money. I use them as my primary ice-climbing/alpine boot. These are activities which require a considerable amount of standing around, in addition to a lot of hiking (>8 miles in 1 day) I know climbers who have both boots and say the...

I rescued a man who had climbed Everest off "High Exposure". True story. -percious

Paddling gloves, and a dry pair for when you get to camp. -percious

Congrats Jay. I always wanted to visit the washbowl. Someday... -percious

The HP for RI is less than 1 hour from you. It's a short hike. I second the comment about the car ride. Keep it close to home and you will both be happier. I recommend picking up the guidebook: Hiking in Southern New England. I'd sell you mine, but it is packed away somewhere.... -percious