Spaderman
New member
Date: 1/4/09
Trail Conditions:
Trail well consolidated from Kanc. to N. Tripyramid. From North to Middle the trail is still in good shape but gets wind-blown, good potential for post holing. All stream crossings were easy. Previous hikers on the trail have made it a breeze.
Special Equipment:
Bare-booted the lower part of the trail in and out. Switched to crampons at the head of the ravine & stayed with them until we got to the bottom of the ravine. Snowshoes were used by others on the trail but for me, the crampons were a must on the steep areas. Poles were helpful.
General Observations:
The day started out under relatively clear skies with temps around 5 degrees. Occasional sun on lower trail due to time of year. Good sun on top of the peaks along with good views. Little to no wind during our entire time on the trails. Skies stayed clear with a few clouds most of the day.
Spaderman & Great Pumpkin
Trail Conditions:
Trail well consolidated from Kanc. to N. Tripyramid. From North to Middle the trail is still in good shape but gets wind-blown, good potential for post holing. All stream crossings were easy. Previous hikers on the trail have made it a breeze.
Special Equipment:
Bare-booted the lower part of the trail in and out. Switched to crampons at the head of the ravine & stayed with them until we got to the bottom of the ravine. Snowshoes were used by others on the trail but for me, the crampons were a must on the steep areas. Poles were helpful.
General Observations:
The day started out under relatively clear skies with temps around 5 degrees. Occasional sun on lower trail due to time of year. Good sun on top of the peaks along with good views. Little to no wind during our entire time on the trails. Skies stayed clear with a few clouds most of the day.
Spaderman & Great Pumpkin
