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Yeah, it's a bit of a trudge into the lake these days but the skiing is still nice once you're there. We skinned up the back side of Dragontail on 6/1/12 and found nice skiing all the way up & down, similar in quality to Colchuck Gl. The run down from the Aasgard Pass on skier's left is still holding snow nicely with no cracks or open water yet (as of last Saturday). Two of our party also skied Little Annapurna, trying to stay away from fist fights and name-callling with the n...
author=avajane link=topic=28750.msg120944#msg120944 date=1370589545]
Those brother's get total props. What a record! They are also very humble and talk about their record being broken - perhaps down to 3:30. Maybe they will be the ones to do that - they are the right age. But yes, I think the race is on and I'm looking forward to it. In the 70's, 3 of the best rock climbers in the world climbed the Nose in a Day on El Captain - and it was a BIG...
even this was just a mc ride i carry mine in pvc tube
http://www.turns-all-year.com/skiing_snowboarding/trip_reports/index.php?topic=28409.0
http://www.turns-all-year.com/skiing_snowboarding/trip_reports/index.php?topic=28409.0
author=Brandonee link=topic=28750.msg120942#msg120942 date=1370585883]
Avajane, nothing against Uli, he is a stud, and I'm sure he would be impressive if he decided to take up Big mtn running. But this is on a rather large glaciated peak, not a trail in the woods. Gotta give props to the Dorais Bros, these guys are freaky fast. Any doubts? Try racing one of them in a rando race some time, you'll see what I'm talking about. Nice work Andy and J...
author=garrettww link=topic=28744.msg120886#msg120886 date=1370499431]
I can't believe someone else hasn't already posted today about Silver.
I think it's safe to say Silver's getting skied daily at this point ;).
Avajane, nothing against Uli, he is a stud, and I'm sure he would be impressive if he decided to take up Big mtn running. But this is on a rather large glaciated peak, not a trail in the woods. Gotta give props to the Dorais Bros, these guys are freaky fast. Any doubts? Try racing one of them in a rando race some time, you'll see what I'm talking about. Nice work Andy and Jason bringing the record back to the US from those Canucks.
That really is an amazing speed, it defies my imagination. Incredible, one day effort, and a huge commitment to prepare, well done!
Wow what an effort. And you guys aren't "runners" or "skiers"?
In my struggle to comprehend, I quickly geeked out and went to Map my Run where I found:
They did about 20 minute miles to Camp Muir.
They averaged 30:44 minute miles to the Summit.
On the descent they averaged 6:20 miles - which is a good downhill running pace.
It took them 15 minutes to ski from Camp Muir to Paradise - That's about 15MPH
In my struggle to comprehend, I quickly geeked out and went to Map my Run where I found:
They did about 20 minute miles to Camp Muir.
They averaged 30:44 minute miles to the Summit.
On the descent they averaged 6:20 miles - which is a good downhill running pace.
It took them 15 minutes to ski from Camp Muir to Paradise - That's about 15MPH
Congrats, guys. 3:57 is straight up ridiculous. And no more sneaking into Vertfest as some anonymous guy from SLC, Jason.
a few more belated images from the day:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/11723786%40N06/sets/72157633977944193/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/11723786%40N06/sets/72157633977944193/
Don't get me going..
I saw a guy riding a motorcycle with skis on his back while I was going home one of the days of the week. Is that your setup Robie?
I saw a guy riding a motorcycle with skis on his back while I was going home one of the days of the week. Is that your setup Robie?
You must have been the group of three with the dog that I saw leaving when I was getting ready to head up. Some awesome sunset turns were made even awesome-er :D by a generous beer donation from Dicey and Big Steve at the usual hang out spot on the ridge.
Holy smokes very impressive physical and mental accomplishment!
Need to get you guys on the universal XC team and bring home some hardware to whatever planet you guys are from!
Need to get you guys on the universal XC team and bring home some hardware to whatever planet you guys are from!
author=andy dorais link=topic=28750.msg120909#msg120909 date=1370549990]
http://slcsherpa.blogspot.com/2013/06/mount-rainier-speed-skiing-35755.html
wow that's a good read. I think I would have enjoyed cheering for these guys.
Awesome:
Rainier is one thing. Now I'd like to see what you guys can do with the North Cascade high traverses ;D
Inspiring work!
Thanks for sharing.
Rainier is one thing. Now I'd like to see what you guys can do with the North Cascade high traverses ;D
Inspiring work!
Thanks for sharing.
Wow, It's really melted out this year compared to last year at this time.
Keep me on your partner list :-)
Even thought I'm not in your neck of the woods, I'm crazy and willing to get up uber early to ski.
Keep me on your partner list :-)
Even thought I'm not in your neck of the woods, I'm crazy and willing to get up uber early to ski.
Hey, Andy, thanks for posting this. I was the one you talked to. It was Robie who spotted you, though. He told me to go talk to you because you "just looked" like you were prepping for a speed climb.
Big congratulations on your new record. Not only did you beat the old record, you blew it away.
Big congratulations on your new record. Not only did you beat the old record, you blew it away.
Amazing effort!
My lungs hurt just from reading that.
My lungs hurt just from reading that.
Yeah, there were a lot of people up there last weekend. We did a complete circumnavigation of Naches Peak and a few laps in the bowl on the NE side. There is a lot of snow up there. There was also a lot of small slide activity as the day warmed up. We saw a quite a few point releases and slow moving wet slides. There are still cornices along the ridge to Naches Peak, and we chose to not travel beneath them. Others were more daring or less concerned.
Sounds a little sketchy up high. Were you not concerned about wet slides on that slope in the unconsolidated snow?
I think you are right, the headwall proper is the face we booted up and Hannah and I skied. Ben took a variation down the more easterly face, through the rockbands.
Is it me, or does every TR for this area include stunning photos?
The snow formations on that photo of Kyes peak proper are dreamy and the one skiing the chute off the ridge is rad.
The snow formations on that photo of Kyes peak proper are dreamy and the one skiing the chute off the ridge is rad.
Yeah Ben and company!
I'm still slightly confused as to where the park headwall begins and ends. I always thought that it was the slope you see from baker ski hill, and only the profile was viewable while going up the cleaver. Not saying it's not the hw, just that I don't know. Neat to be able to ski off the summit lump regardless.
I'm still slightly confused as to where the park headwall begins and ends. I always thought that it was the slope you see from baker ski hill, and only the profile was viewable while going up the cleaver. Not saying it's not the hw, just that I don't know. Neat to be able to ski off the summit lump regardless.
Seconded! The shot of the cliff is gorgeous. Nice work!
My bases were covered with crap, I cleaned them last night. Then again, maybe it was from my previous trip in Bean Basin as I haven't cleaned them in a while. I thought others in my group were having difficulties as well though.
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author=MtnPavlas link=topic=28726.msg120881#msg120881 date=1370489448]
My bases were clean after going up and down several snow fields, gullies and bowls on Silver on 6/4 (no goo gone needed ; -) but perhaps it's because I haven't waxed my skis for a while...?
My bases remained clean too. I also haven't waxed my skis in a very long time.
Wow, that's some cool photography. Details?
Not that I'm a regular, but the route that seems easiest is similar to the summer trail but with shortcutting involved in places where the summer route takes maddeningly long switchbacks or wastes elevation. Go up various rolls and aim for the saddle tween main summit and Little Pilchuck (but not exact lowest point, go just a bit higher E). Cross to S side, one 50' steep bit to boot, then gradual rising traverse to lookout. This did remain all on snow and was easily skinnable (or...
We did not see any below ~5500, so I'm guessing no, especially after the last 3 days. Hope that helps.
Where does the normal route up to the lookout go? Up to the notch east of the peak then drop down and go up the SE gully? Or is there an easier way (on snow)?
Lots of bugs there this evening! They were bad up until about 4800ft.
Lots of bugs there this evening! They were bad up until about 4800ft.
My bases were clean after going up and down several snow fields, gullies and bowls on Silver on 6/4 (no goo gone needed ; -) but perhaps it's because I haven't waxed my skis for a while...?
Is there snow at Morrison Camp?
Goo gone, huh? Is the pollen/debris starting to stick to bases? That was not a problem as of Sunday...
author=ejk link=topic=28739.msg120854#msg120854 date=1370457399]
Mike forgot his boots in his truck at my apartment - blast! Luckily we had an ice axe and he ran off with trail runners & the axe, and had a good time doing a solo run up and down the mountain
We ran into Brad on the summit, then at the trailhead again. He was getting a little worried about you two at the trailhead, glad to hear you made it down alright.&nb...
the Park says : "The rehabilitation will consist of subgrade repair, mechanically stabilized earth wall (MSE wall), reinforced soil slope wall (RSS wall), culvert replacement, guardwall reconstruction, tunnel repairs, bridge and pavement restoration. The MSE and RSS walls are located within Segment 1 with several locations of subgrade repair. Included in Segment 1 is the parking area at Reflection Lake. This parking area is widened and pedestrian access is improved."
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author=GregSimon link=topic=28738.msg120865#msg120865 date=1370467899]
Thanks for the report. Did you notice if it's still skiable down to nisqually bridge - or is that done for the year?
Done for the year.
Thanks for the report. Did you notice if it's still skiable down to nisqually bridge - or is that done for the year?
nice one Ben and crew! looks like a beautiful day up there, sounds like a great trip.
Cool ski line, would like to check out that line.
Are Safety vests mandatory with the crowds up there ? :)
Hehe, you couldn't miss Don with the reflective vest!
We were there for dusk patrol with Sheispiste, Gabriel, Ian, Dicey and Jack (doggy). Great evening and fun snow! Just bring the Goo Gone to clean your skis after a run ;)
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We were there for dusk patrol with Sheispiste, Gabriel, Ian, Dicey and Jack (doggy). Great evening and fun snow! Just bring the Goo Gone to clean your skis after a run ;)
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Has anyone been to Chinook recently? I’m thinking of heading up there Saturday and don’t see any TRs.
Sweet pix, guys, and TR. What a beautiful place... backpacked there last summer and definitely want to go back. The water in summer is of such unbelievable color. You've now enticed me to plan a ski trip there for next spring ; -)
author=chmnyboy link=topic=28731.msg120843#msg120843 date=1370445029]
That tent looks wet!
Wet on the outside, bone dry on the inside thankfully!
Agreed Scott, that area is rad. It's definitely on the list for an earlier winter/spring trip for next season!