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10/17/07 2:55pm
cmosetick
Mt. Baker - North Side October 14, 2007
Thanks Zap.  I picked up my Kailas in June, and have been dying to use them since!!  It took me a few months to get my new boots and bindings as I wanted to get everything on sale if I could.  I ended up just getting my skis and boots on sale, but if I acted sooner, I could have got the bindings for a steal too!
      I was really impressed with the performance of the Kailas on my decent, and I can't wait to get some more turns in with them again.  I...
10/17/07 1:35pm
zenom
October 13-14, 2007, Eldorado Peak, East Ridge
Hey Jason,

Once again you've posted an extraordinary report. I really like your long exposure night shots. The multi-color stars are cool, almost unreal. Is that night shot raw or enhanced? Thanks for posting. Zeno
10/17/07 1:10pm
telemack
October 14, Mt. Hood - what everybody else said
You never forget your first time.  8)
10/17/07 12:46pm
Paul_Russell
October 13-14, 2007, Eldorado Peak, East Ridge
Great report and pics Jason.  Thanks for putting it out there.  I think we may have seen you guys coming out Sunday night at dusk at the Eldorado TH parking area.  If so, sorry we didn't stop to chat, but we ready to get home.  We climbed and skied Sahale on Sunday.  What a great fall day to be out!

Paul
10/17/07 12:40pm
Don_B
October 14 - Ruth Mountain, North Cascades
Way to go, Andy!  Is Avril skiing this too? Ankle must be all good whether skiing or hiking.
10/17/07 11:16am
snoslut
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP


Darryl augering in.

Bluebird, great company, good snowboard jokes ;D and creamy smooth vanilla and chocolate chip snow.  What more could I have asked for???
10/17/07 10:54am
Jason_H.
October 13-14, 2007, Eldorado Peak, East Ridge
Thanks guys, I'm glad that my efforts putting this story together were enjoyed.

Trumpet, I'll have to try that out. From what I've found out, digital just isn't that good at night photography. I think canons are better with it. It's so dang hard when your climbing too. With that much effort, having something that's right really makes you want to try again, but hey, what comes easy isn't as enjoyed as what comes hard. I'll get this down eventual...
10/17/07 8:49am
Jim Oker
October 13-14, 2007, Eldorado Peak, East Ridge
Great shots and thanks for sharing both them and the report.

I seem to recall something from the Nikon manual about an accessory - something along the lines of a black cap for the viewfinder that is meant to be used for long exposures. I also need to go back and re-read to see if my memory is right, as I got some strange cast from long night shots as well.
10/17/07 7:28am
Merk
October 13-14, 2007, Eldorado Peak, East Ridge
That long exposure shot is ahhh-some!  Nice TR!
10/17/07 6:12am
daveb
October 13-14, 2007, Eldorado Peak, East Ridge
Beautiful photos!!  The alpenglow looks like fire!  Looks like a great way to spend your BD!  Weather is looking great up in the mountains...
10/17/07 2:01am
Charlie Hagedorn
October 13-14, 2007, Eldorado Peak, East Ridge
When I saw the subject of your post, and thought back on the weekend's weather, I knew I'd be jealous... and I am. :) I can't wait to head in there myself after the low level and crevasse-bridging snowpack grows thicker.

Your photos are great as usual! As for the reddish cast to your night-time photos, you might want to try taking a 30 minute exposure with a lens cap on and the camera in a dark box- the result should be educational (though I know not whether you'll...
10/17/07 1:50am
Zap
Mt. Baker - North Side October 14, 2007
Hope you enjoyed your new setup during the outing.  Jill and I have the same ski and binding setup.  We have 40 plus days on the skis in all types of conditions in WA and Canada and down in Argentina and Chile. We have been impressed with the performance of the skis in all types of conditions.  Welcome to the group.
10/17/07 1:43am
Dave S.
October 13-14, 2007, Eldorado Peak, East Ridge
Truly wonderful, Happy Birthday!!
10/17/07 1:38am
JMor
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
J, fun video, and very fun day in the sun  ;D.
10/17/07 1:04am
Darryl
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
author=Marco link=topic=7949.msg31808#msg31808 date=1192630772]

Telemon - JW's video opens with the group Tele rep (Darryl) standing tall and proud!


I was on telemark skis and at times, I was standing up on them.  Snow slut has pictures of me augering.

Great video, Jerry!! 
10/16/07 11:24pm
powdherb
October 13-14, 2007, Eldorado Peak, East Ridge
Killer write-up. The long exposure of eldo is amazing. So is the alpenglow in Moraine lake. Way to get it. I'm jealous I didn't have an epic this weekend.
10/16/07 11:19pm
Marco
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
JW - Another classic video, perfect soundtrack too!  You're the master, dude.   8)

Scotsman - Thanks for the congrats, looks like you've got an anniversary coming as well!

Telemon - JW's video opens with the group Tele rep (Darryl) standing tall and proud!
10/16/07 2:17pm
ovrthhills
13 October, Muir-P Patch-Golden Gate
Mac
Sorry I missed the the powder.  Game on for this season? This week looks like a good base in the forecast.

10/16/07 1:42pm
Telemon
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
Is one of the rules of the stash that one  is not allowed to tele? Just asking.  ???
10/16/07 12:51pm
Teleskichica
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
Ooooooh, I so regret having a mountain of homework instead of snow! :'(
Awesome video JW, Hope to get out with you guys soon!
10/16/07 10:53am
Scotsman
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
Congrats Marco on your 5 year streak . I got my October turns on Sat ( month 47) and thought about going up on Sunday as well but the wife had other things for me to do. :(
Great viddy and pics as usual guys.
See you out there soon.

10/16/07 9:52am
skierlyles
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
Jerry,

that vid was awesome man! You sure are getting good at this and I love being considered one of the "talent". I will be the talent in your vids anytime!

Thanks for an awesome day on the mtn.

Chris
10/16/07 6:13am
JW
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
I doubt that JW style is something to shoot for, but what do I know. The Stash did deliver as Only You Know and I Know ..... enjoy!
10/16/07 1:35am
JMor
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
author=Robie link=topic=7949.msg31776#msg31776 date=1192514287]
Jeanette , in that one pic  it looks like your grooving into JW style.

Thanks for the kind words Robie, grooving into the JW style is something I've been working towards  :D.  We missed ya, it was one of the best days on the Stash.  Only a tiny bit of crust at the top and then it turned to smooth as silk for the rest of the journey, and the "geezers" made it...
10/15/07 2:58pm
Robie
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
Wow ! way to go . I've never seen stashlandia look so smoooooth!
Jeanette , in that one pic  it looks like your grooving into JW style.
that be a killer combo of styles.
10/15/07 1:56pm
telemack
13 October, Muir-P Patch-Golden Gate
Define NW powder:
1.  You can't drink it.
2.  Well, maybe you can sip it, but it still doesn't need to be chewed.
3.  You can't wait to slice it.    8)
10/15/07 1:04pm
Telemon
Ptarmigan Ridge, Saturday,Oct13/07
I am sure that there was beer, but unfortunately there wasn't any tables. We left after waiting for about 30 minutes. For those who like to see more pictures, check out my other post  http://telemarktalk.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=38145
10/15/07 12:29pm
ron j
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
The Stash delivers fall turns again.
It was fun to see Marco ski it on his 5th TAY anniversary.
Here's a couple of examples:




Got a couple more shots of the tour HERE.

10/15/07 12:12pm
chiconstics
Ptarmigan Ridge, Saturday,Oct13/07
Great report & photos Telemon! It was nice to meet you on such a fabulous day in the mountains making October turns. Hope some beer was left for you at the shrine!!!
10/15/07 11:06am
skierlyles
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
The legend of "the stash" continues and lives up to it's billing as the late/early season come thru in the clutch spot! Great day, great people, and great corn/ breakable crust. Keep showing me spots like that and I will keep bringing the microbrews. And yes, ditto on the "be careful due to thin cover" comment from Marco, my bases got a "stone grind" that I didn't pay for or want.


Chris
10/15/07 10:56am
Larry_Trotter
October 14, 2007, Sunday on Rainier
Hey! I admitted to gaping....     Sometimes, it is a hard decision... ski or take pictures.  I decided that my skiing was going to be limited after all that hiking and nice days on Rainier beg for pics.

I could hear those skis scraping the rocks from far away... ouch.  I couldn't quite catch it on the cam, but it was kind of funny when a couple of you guys tried to ski down the traverse above Glacier Vista.  I dunno... just can't do that to my skis.   I guess I need to get a...
10/15/07 10:16am
Salal
October 14, 2007, Sunday on Rainier
Your a muir snowfield stalker!!! ;) Funny pics in there....I saw the guy with the skis, snowshoes and snowboard all on one pack. I sure hope those guys were product testing
10/15/07 9:05am
danhelmstadter
October 13, 2007, Mt Hood South Side
good work, wish I made it out there with ya.
10/15/07 8:59am
JMor
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
Marco It was a pleasure to help celebrate your 5th TAY anniversary :D. The scenery and fall colors were beautiful, the October snow was fantastic!  Here a just a couple of photos.
10/15/07 3:43am
sag
October 14, 2007, Sunday on Rainier
ya know, you'd think with a photo taken that straight on and in those close quarters I would have noticed you shooting. distracted by the beautiful day, yeah that's my excuse... yeah 
10/15/07 2:57am
Jim Oker
13 October, Muir-P Patch-Golden Gate
author=telemack link=topic=7946.msg31736#msg31736 date=1192406329]
There were 3-4" of several-day-old fresh.


That description reminds me of reports that mention "wet powder."  ;)

In any case, way to get at it. I rototilled and hiked this weekend - still watching for my entry into the ski season... (was in Boston last weekend, but could see the amazing snow blanket as the plane took off...)
10/15/07 12:57am
JoeMack
October 13, 2007, Mt Hood South Side
Went up Sunday (10/14) and I was also pleasantly surprised how conditions had improved with the snow from the last few weeks.  I made it to ~9,000 feet before turning around and skiing. The Palmer snowfield was creamy and smoooov.

Followed the gullies down until just above the Lodge. Well over 2,500 ft vertical continuous run.

10/15/07 12:34am
Marco
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
Thanks Bigwave!  Yep, lotsa sunscreen, Ron's patented "PIYM" energy drink, blister tape, and cool micros at basecamp courtesy of Chris helped us through those bluebird conditions...    ;)
10/15/07 12:20am
Dave S.
13 October, Muir-P Patch-Golden Gate
Wouldn't that be great. I think we should be able to ski off pan again by next w/e.
10/15/07 12:17am
Dave S.
October 14, 2007, The Stash, MRNP
Congrats Marco, Well done!!
I hope you had your sunscreen with you yesterday.
10/15/07 12:15am
Dave S.
October 14, 2007, Sunday on Rainier
Hey Larry,
Thanks for posting, it was great to meet you yesterday. What a beautiful day it was. I think I feel a decent sunburn on my face....
Looking good in those photos Robert!!! Now you are famous again!
10/14/07 12:46pm
Telemon
Ptarmigan Ridge, Saturday,Oct13/07
  We missed the big stuff last weekend, but it looks like there is more coming our way. Definitely sooner than last year.
10/14/07 12:38pm
telemack
Ptarmigan Ridge, Saturday,Oct13/07
Season's revvin' up early.
10/14/07 12:32pm
andyski
13 October, Muir-P Patch-Golden Gate
Good to meet ya!
Who knows, maybe next w/e will be skinning from the lot again.
10/13/07 7:16pm
jorvack
October 6, 2007, Ruth Mtn. and Video
author=savegondor link=topic=7902.msg31558#msg31558 date=1191784052]
first ski of the season... found about 3-5 feet at 5700' on Mt. Ruth...had to turn around b/c breaking trail in that stuff was very hard...and it was whiteout so i had no idea what was above me...esp since this was my first time in the area.

check my video out if you like at:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9snFRO8rSM

Nice video!  Aren&#...
10/13/07 2:48am
Jim Oker
10-05-07, More Muir
Cool shots. Like others, I've only seen the spectre once (unless you count views from airplanes, where I see something similar from time to time).

DB_Cooper - so did you stash the money over there near the spectre?  ;)
10/12/07 2:14pm
telemack
10-05-07, More Muir
It was described by early Alpinists of the mid-19th century.  Edward Whymper saw one descending from the FA of the Matterhorn, on "the day the rope broke".
10/12/07 12:08pm
Stugie
10-05-07, More Muir
The "spectre of the brocken" is a great shot.  I know they mention this phenomenon in the climbers guidebook to Glacier Nat'l Park...no clue as to the orgin...  I've only seen it once before...thanks for sharing.
10/12/07 11:24am
DB_Cooper
10-05-07, More Muir
Thanks to the wet summer got to see this one for about 5 minutes this summer in the Olympics...


10/11/07 2:15pm
telemack
10-05-07, More Muir

the posts on TAY are sssssssssssssssoooooooooooo much better than cascadewhiners.com. ;=)