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ScottK and I made an ill-fated attempt on SilverStar last year and made the mistake of coming up the west side of the creek at a time of low snow coverage. Your report brought back vivid memories of our not very pleasant travels in there... what a mess of blow down.
Anyone ever ski the ridge line in the 3rd photo?
Amazing lines up there.
Amazing lines up there.
Nice man. Hope to get out there next weekend or the weekend after for a little May corn harvest.
Cool... that spot looks familiar! skiing the cascade crest is a dream -- one of the best area vantage points I have found yet...
http://picasaweb.google.com/kevinsteffa/08_05_Cutthroat#
http://picasaweb.google.com/kevinsteffa/08_05_Cutthroat#
author=Scotsman link=topic=13202.msg55058#msg55058 date=1241369694]
We're off again this morning but I feel really beat up.
Weather clear and warm. Need to watch for wet slides.
I'll cry you a river so big that the Greeners' will be designating it a salmon spawning tributary. :D
Good to know your limit-Have a great time-Fresh Alaskan BBQ salmon, AK skiing steeps.... did I mention that I'm jealo...
We had a very long day yesterday and skied some great stuff. Leo is a mountain goat!
Joe and Leo skied what I consider a" Big Line" that was truly spectacular. I bailed half way up. We got back and Leo insisted we BBQ slamon at his house.
Too tired last night to post pictures but Joe's started a TR and wll post pics later.
We're off again this morning but I feel really beat up.
Weather clear and warm. Need to watch for wet slides.
Joe and Leo skied what I consider a" Big Line" that was truly spectacular. I bailed half way up. We got back and Leo insisted we BBQ slamon at his house.
Too tired last night to post pictures but Joe's started a TR and wll post pics later.
We're off again this morning but I feel really beat up.
Weather clear and warm. Need to watch for wet slides.
Right on! Way to go and put in the effort. I'm super excited you got out to do this.
I had the same idea Friday, my first tour up Red Mt. Nice warm sunny day. Unfortunately got a late trailhead start 1pm. Reached the base (5000’) of the steeper climb to summit by ~4pm, remain climbing on skins, setting a track up the SW face reaching about 5400’ before it got too soft and steep to kick turns safely (at least for me). Started booting up lookers right in direction of rock/ridge but this was not any easier, postholing knee deep in some places. Snow was softening up way too muc...
During my years herring fishing in PWS before the oil spill I often looked at some of those mountains and wondered about sking them. I did ski the "ski Hill" which is a lift at the top of a residential neighborhood in town. That was in the eighties with rear entry boots and really skinny, long skis. I hope all goes well.
author=Moscawulff link=topic=13202.msg55033#msg55033 date=1241303868]
you haven't even posted a TR about skiing yet and I want to be there now and always...shred it up for all of us!!!
I know! this is like a trailer for "The Movie", previews of coming attractions. Have a great time you guys!
God I love AK...you haven't even posted a TR about skiing yet and I want to be there now and always...shred it up for all of us!!!
author=Daniel_G link=topic=13203.msg55023#msg55023 date=1241291626]
great picture!
Agreed! :).
Thanks for the great TR and photos!! I love the panos for sure. ...And about a good lease system on the dynafits, very critical to have! In the photo of you with your skis on your back, it looks like you are using a modified dyna-bondage setup. I tried something like that at one point too, and it didn't work out for me either. :( I will PM the location of a photo of my current leash system to give you some ideas/inspiration.
Have fun, enjoy the loooooong days, and say "Hi" to Kevin for me. Ask him if he'll take you to see Buddy Love at the pro shop.
-Ed
-Ed
Nice work Holly, glad you are back in the game and congrats again on all of your accomplishments.
author=Joedabaker link=topic=13202.msg55004#msg55004 date=1241279183]
I try to believe that jealousy is not part of my aging mind set, but now I am filled with a feeling that has to be closely described as JEALOUSY
ditto- have fun guys!
author=Zap link=topic=13201.msg55008#msg55008 date=1241281361]
Daniel,
Nice TR. Your writing style is enjoyable. That first photo is beautiful.
Thanks , can't take credit for the photo's they belong to Greg Stamolis.
Ahhh ! Another great adventure ! Make it a roundtrip.
Daniel,
Nice TR. Your writing style is enjoyable. That first photo is beautiful.
Nice TR. Your writing style is enjoyable. That first photo is beautiful.
I try to believe that jealousy is not part of my aging mind set, but now I am filled with a feeling that has to be closely described as JEALOUSY.
Have a great time, keep us updated. I love the spirit of skiing story that is unfolding, fisherman, locals on first name basis...Oh and pictures would really put this in perspective.
Have a great time, keep us updated. I love the spirit of skiing story that is unfolding, fisherman, locals on first name basis...Oh and pictures would really put this in perspective.
author=markharf link=topic=13197.msg54996#msg54996 date=1241232524]
All this in just seven months? It sounds like the work of a lifetime....or at least a strong decade or two. Suddenly I feel like a terrible slacker.
Welcome back!
:) It's surprising what one can accomplish when all the energies put into recreation are channeled into more "productive" pursuits... Haha, but it's time to red...
author=Teleskichica link=topic=13197.msg54986#msg54986 date=1241212719]
I have been dying to write this TR for seven months now since my skis and I were abruptly parted in a disastrous bouldering comp accident.
And we've been dying to hear it. Congratulations on the comeback, AND turning lemons into lemonade for the last few months. I vote Holly Inspiration Award for the 08-09 season.
Welcome back! Way to keep at the rehab and get back up on that horse.
author=Teleskichica link=topic=13197.msg54986#msg54986 date=1241212719]more time with my children, a chance to finish my long overdue bachelors degree, establish a business that allows me the freedom to get out on a whim, discover new friends and true friends, refocus on my goals and aspirations in life and fall in love all over again with my greatest passion, skiing.
All this in just seven months? It sounds like the work of a...
Thanks for the report and photos, Keith! It was great talking with you. I enjoyed my outing and it was a beautiful day, even if the snow was less than perfect. The wind was blowing a gale on the ridges--enough to knock you off balance at times.
For those planning to ski Crystal this weekend, here's my take on the conditions. The underlying snowpack seems to be consolidating well. Two or three inches of snow fell this week, which made conditions challenging on north aspects becaus...
For those planning to ski Crystal this weekend, here's my take on the conditions. The underlying snowpack seems to be consolidating well. Two or three inches of snow fell this week, which made conditions challenging on north aspects becaus...
author=Marcus link=topic=13195.msg54981#msg54981 date=1241197794]
Those switchbacks are there for a reason eh -- lots of impact off trail, especially at Granite.
Yeah, we did feel a little guilty, but we tiptoed up in our approach shoes. Coming down in the dark in our ski boots was another story, though, that's when we were stomping straight down the side of the mountain about a mile west of the trail junction. At...
Congratulations on your recovery and what sounds like a great perspective on the whole adventure.
@Scotsman
Hi there!
We had mostly sun with some cloud cover,some good skiing and some survival skiing.(variable conditions) moderate winds.
Cruxes climb traverse of the Sharkfin col rap into boston glacier.
Finding the notch which leads to the 3400ft descent into moraine lake.
In the heat of the day we were on inspiration glacier(our timing was off because of potential avy conditions)
Finding the climbers trail to finish the route was interesting!
Hi there!
We had mostly sun with some cloud cover,some good skiing and some survival skiing.(variable conditions) moderate winds.
Cruxes climb traverse of the Sharkfin col rap into boston glacier.
Finding the notch which leads to the 3400ft descent into moraine lake.
In the heat of the day we were on inspiration glacier(our timing was off because of potential avy conditions)
Finding the climbers trail to finish the route was interesting!
Nice job getting some corn y'all -- nice that the season seems to be upon us.
We bushwhacked the lower section of Granite, and decided this saved us up to an hour of climb time by not following the wheelchair accessible switchbacks to the snowline.
What was the snow cover like down low? Those switchbacks are there for a reason eh -- lots of impact off trail, especially at Granite.
How was the season at Alpy, Brad?
We bushwhacked the lower section of Granite, and decided this saved us up to an hour of climb time by not following the wheelchair accessible switchbacks to the snowline.
What was the snow cover like down low? Those switchbacks are there for a reason eh -- lots of impact off trail, especially at Granite.
How was the season at Alpy, Brad?
Nice report. Good to see some pictures of the Olympics. Looks like skiable snow to about 4,000 ft. which should make for some great May turns while the bridge closure keeps the crowds at bay.
Michael
Michael
It was a beautiful day spent with you, Ryan! The range of emotions I felt that day (awe, fear, sleep deprivation, exhiliration, and complete exhaustion) and companionship made the trip that much more significant.
There aren't words that help ease the loss of your beloved friend. Life is a better place with friends like Vagabond.
Hugs to you :)
There aren't words that help ease the loss of your beloved friend. Life is a better place with friends like Vagabond.
Hugs to you :)
Good running into your guys yesterday. Inspired by a TR from Monika and Dave_Perkins from last season, Kyle and I decided to tour From Alpental to Kaleetan and Granite. Will post more later and Kyle will as well. Agreed the top 1500-1800 of Granite was just amazing, some of the best corn I've ridden. Which was a great surprise actually. The lower sections were definitely quite gloppy. We got a little over zealous in riding down and went a little too far and had to bushwhack our way threw th...
Like Chris yesterday, Don and I finally gave into the desires of skiing sunny corn snow and left town at 3:45 today. We bushwhacked the lower section of Granite, and decided this saved us up to an hour of climb time by not following the wheelchair accessible switchbacks to the snowline. We booted up the main chute and were very grateful to hit booted steps within 500 feet to the summit. As we edged up the western ridgeline we saw Kyle Miller and his buddy John rip down the central slope from the...
Hi Chris, glad you had a good time yesterday.
Yep, we left the car at about 5, and had beautiful weather all the way up. About 7 we met Kyle and Jay headed down on boards. They made it look easy. We got to the lookout right about 8, the sun was still up, although the snow was starting to re-freeze. We skied down the west slope, and the top 1500 was just amazing!!. After that, it just got gloppy with a crust, and I went crashing, thrashing d...
Yep, we left the car at about 5, and had beautiful weather all the way up. About 7 we met Kyle and Jay headed down on boards. They made it look easy. We got to the lookout right about 8, the sun was still up, although the snow was starting to re-freeze. We skied down the west slope, and the top 1500 was just amazing!!. After that, it just got gloppy with a crust, and I went crashing, thrashing d...
Panorama atop dragontail
Panorama in Enchantment Basin area
Panorama atop Canon
Sorry, I didn't set up my pictures in an easy way to do thumbs.
Glad you've enjoyed it! And fortunat...
Panorama in Enchantment Basin area
Panorama atop Canon
Sorry, I didn't set up my pictures in an easy way to do thumbs.
Glad you've enjoyed it! And fortunat...
I am exhausted just thinking about that tour in one day!
Congratulations. ;D
How where conditions and what was the crux(es) of the route?
Congratulations. ;D
How where conditions and what was the crux(es) of the route?
Click the bottom link for photos! 8)
Take care and enjoy the spring skiing!
Take care and enjoy the spring skiing!
Great TR. My heart breaks for you, I too lost my very best friend a year ago. Thanks for sharing a story of sadness, fear, friendship, joy and adventure. I think all too often we omit the first three and tell only of the glory.
right on ryan and crew, way to celebrate the dog's (dogs') life in a unique place.
great pics--make me want to get back there again!
great pics--make me want to get back there again!
That 5th picture blows my mind. Beautiful team work.
I hope your pup lived a long and happy life.
I hope your pup lived a long and happy life.
I didn't know you went at a semi-relaxed pace ;)
Nice work -- great to get a sunny day when you weren't expecting it.
Nice work -- great to get a sunny day when you weren't expecting it.
Wow, crazyness. Upper level easterlies turned the east side into the west side!
This is all the more impressive given the weight of the pack you were carrying, based on your thread in Random Tracks ;) Nice work!
Anyway you could thumbnail some of the photos, to open in a new window? I'd love to see those panos in full size.
Anyway you could thumbnail some of the photos, to open in a new window? I'd love to see those panos in full size.
Cool TR, I've been thinking about that area a lot. Thanks for posting!
Got up there late around 17:00 on Wednesday
It had warmed up and things were a bit heavy below 5400 ft
Everything above was still cold and light
Snowing when I left @ 19:30
It was the best day at Mission this year!
It had warmed up and things were a bit heavy below 5400 ft
Everything above was still cold and light
Snowing when I left @ 19:30
It was the best day at Mission this year!