Wesley says: I'm still in for WP Saturday. Might get there early to help Brian get a spot in the lot by Challenger lift. Grey Land Cruiser with a berthoudpass.org sticker on the hitch.
Some pics from Winter Park this week to get everyone excited...
ColoradoSherpa says: I had the same experience at the saddle between Grays and Torreys after climbing the Kelso Ridge. I stood there looking at Grays which was so close, but I just didn't have the steam to pull it off. I'll have to go back and climb grays some time, but that's ok by me. Just one more reason to get out and enjoy the high country.
themuffinknight says: "rdietz" Try this site. There are many states available for free. I downloaded the Colorado Map to my Garmin 60Cx and it's pretty detailed. http://www.gpsfiledepot.com/
saxmotor says: I have a pair of lightweight rain pants that I split the sides and sewed a full length zipper on. Work great and a big time money saver.
PKelley says: I echo that you will be fine on either Cinnamon or Engineer Pass with your Toyota. Just make sure that you drive through Silverton on your way to try either one. Do not try the cut-off several miles south of Ouray. It takes longer than going through Silverton, and is not worth the wear and tear on your vehicle. Take the Silverton path and decide which way you want to go once you get to Animas Forks. Cinnamon pass is about 25-35 minutes faster than Engineer Pass when traveling to Lake City. Have fun and be safe. Feel free to contact me with questions, as I drive both of those passes dozens of times each year once they open.
BAUMGARA says: "wncpisgah" Glad to hear everyone is relatively happy with their SPOTs. I finally returned my first generation SPOT due to its unreliability -- at best 60% success rate at sending OK messages. And yes, I was following the right user procedures and wasted more than enough time reading FAQs and user accounts on what to do...what not to do. I'm surprised, I've yet to have a problem with my 1st gen and I know I've probably sent well over 50 OK msgs.
FloridaBoy says: I really appreciate all the great advice in response to my question. I'm looking forward to hitting the trail this summer and will train hard using many of the suggested tips. Additionally, I will surely acclimate for a few days prior starting. Thanks !
jtdudley says: Climbed to ~13,000' today (Sunday March 14). The winter storm advisory did not let me down. Howling winds and lots of snow. 4-6 inches fell in the 4 hours I was up there. Lower bowl had some good powder over crust turns with a few signs of instability (no whoopfing, but poor stability results with pit compression tests). Was able to ski cleanly back to the car through the lower bowl and the mellow glades. I was unable to see the upper bowl due to blowing snow and often white-out conditions but I would assume a fair amount of snow was deposited in the bowl from the sky and from the wind. Be conservative with route selections right now due to new drifted snow over the crust layers. No pictures, sorry.
Also, lost a cell phone up there today. I assume it fell out at the TH and got covered in snow. I don't have much hope for finding it, but figure I would post I lost it if it turns up in the spring.
ketel1 says: Baron-thank you!!! The Mammut Nimba styling, fabric and features look exactly like what I want.The only place I could find them in tall was from Mammut's own site, as they are sold out (as are most sizes in Nimba) from the major outdoor online retailers I checked. I bought 2 sizes, as I have never tried them before. I will let you know how it goes~ Beth
larkinrx2 says: im jealous that you heading to joshua tree! ive been trying to get back my father and i went hiking there all the time when i was 5 living in 29 palms. post some pics please!
sunny1 says: I headed up to Sniktau today - some intermittent postholing along the ridge, but mostly hard wind-slab with sugary snow beneath. No need for snowshoes that way, microspikes were handy though, would expect similar conditions over toward Cupid and Grizzly.
cvrti5 says: This season I bought a Never Summer Premier F1-R (163 cm). Great board. It eats most of the chatter at high speeds. It flexes decently. It holds an edge really well. From what little pow we've had, it floats well. Oh, and it turns easily. And going down steep moguls is also not a problem.
madbuck says: "MUni Rider" If you plan on camping anywhere in the Salida area right now, you better like snow and/or cold air and/or wind. Less snow in town, but that's not where the camping is. You may be able to camp at Rincon campground down the river, but that's sandwiched between the highway and the river. Good luck sleeping next to passing 18-wheelers all night.
Based on this and a similar recommendation, slept dandy enough in the car just east of town, in the big public pullout/camping area next to the RV. Probably a zoo in the summer (I'm not a boatman), but perfect for my goal of just sleeping somewhere before the marathon, nobody else there in March. Warm enough today to run shirtless, but plenty of slop and snow to deal with. Good times!
catullus says: put your mouse over the link to see what it's pointing at. it's not pointing at a file. it's pointing to a web page. go to the web page. there you will find the real like to the file. right-click save as that.
Kiefer says: Chase, You were reading my mind! Elks! But I have since picked up a couple shifts at work, so I'm out for your duration here in the valley. Unless, you don't mind a day trip on Wednesday? It's nothing technical but I'm keen on getting Missouri or Ox/Bel. Steph is in town till Tuesday. Call or stop over. We'll hit Garf's.
nordberg says: You can drive up the county maintained road to the turn off at Nellie Creek. There is no maintenance on the four miles up to the trail head. I was up there on snowshoes as far as the falls to photograph it the other day. Typical, crust in the early morning that would more or less support a person but then softening as the day wears on. With a pack and all snowshoes would be necessary. Weather has been very nice. Usual front to the west promises snow tomorrow at the seventy per cent level. If you need assistance I'm at 944-2917 in LC Good luck. N.
By: Greenhouseguy Date Climbed: 03/13/2010 Peak(s): Mt. Sherman
Mount Sherman 14,036 Feet (46th highest in Colorado) Winter Route from the Leavick Site, 11,240 Feet March 13th, 2010 Approximately 7.5 Miles Roundtrip...
By: Boggy B Date Climbed: 03/13/2010 Peak(s): Humboldt Peak
This album is from a winter ascent of Humboldt Peak with several 14ers.com members. http://www.summitpost.org/album/604371/Humboldt-Peak-3-13-10.html)Humboldt Peak 3/1...
By: Boggy B Date Climbed: 03/06/2010 Peak(s): Culebra Peak
This album is from a winter ascent of Culebra with many fellow 14ers.com members. http://www.summitpost.org/album/602709/culebra-peak-3-6-10.html)Culebra Peak 3/6/10...
By: Boggy B Date Climbed: 02/28/2010 Peak(s): La Plata Peak
This album is from a winter ascent of La Plata Peak with sgladbach.
[url=http://www.summitpost.org/album/601345/La-Plata-Peak-2-28-10.html]La Plata Peak 2/28/10
By: Boggy B Date Climbed: 02/12/2010 Peak(s): Blanca Peak
This album is from an abortive attempt to hike in to Lake Como and snag Blanca. http://www.summitpost.org/album/597442/Attempt-on-Lake-Como-02-12-10.html)Attempt on La...
By: Boggy B Date Climbed: 01/30/2010 Peak(s): Mt. Princeton
I have not had the energy nor the time to write full-blown TRs for awhile. However, I usually do put a little bit of information in my albums--besides, most folks just want...
By: COBuckeye Date Climbed: 03/13/2010 Peak(s): Torreys Peak, Grays Peak
This is my first attempt at a TR, but given the early spring (late winter)conditions I thought it would be helpful to post some recent info. My apologies in advance for th...
By: bergsteigen Date Climbed: 03/06/2010 Peak(s): James Pk
James Peak Skis: me Splitboard: Brian (covfrrider) Snowshoes: KeithK Trailhead: St Mary`s Glacier Vertical Ski: ~2,900` Overall Mileage: ~8 (open report to see all)
By: Kalamaya Date Climbed: 03/07/2010 Peak(s): Mt. Lincoln
Set out for a ski down Mt. Lincoln on Sunday. Our group of 4 met up at the Quartzville TH at 8 a.m., but found that the 4x4 was 1-3` deep with snow. We knew of the trespa...
A Winter Wonderland - Quandary Peak in late February
By: Drewbear Date Climbed: 02/27/2010 Peak(s): Quandary Peak
Despite being regarded as one of the easier 14ers, my girlfriend and I have endured trials and tribulations with Quandary Peak. Fortunately, this adventure up the east...
By: JakeK Date Climbed: 03/06/2010 Peak(s): Mt. Shavano
Andrea and I on the summit of Mt Shavano; Saturday, March 6th Approximate stats: 15 miles, 5400 feet, 12.5 hours. A little after 3am on Saturday we were out...
By: pglover Date Climbed: 03/06/2010 Peak(s): Mt. Princeton
Perfect weather. No wind until the summit and even then just a bit. The snow conditions on the other hand were horrendous - crust over sugar snow over loose scree and rocks...
By: 14erboarder Date Climbed: 06/16/2009 Peak(s): Handies Peak
I am still typing up a decade of reports, the most recent ascents will come soon. hang in there. peak 2 of 3 on our four day excursion. After humboldt it was up to creed...
By: enjoytheride Date Climbed: 03/04/2010 Peak(s): Quandary Peak
3/4/10 Solo ski of Quandary`s E Face RT 5 hrs departing at 8:30 I had the mountain to myself today, a beautiful thing. I thought Quandary was busy and there ...
By: madbomber Date Climbed: 03/06/2010 Peak(s): Quandary Peak
Quandary 14,265ft hikers: josh i., matt a., john p. Hiked up quandary sat. started the hike at 9:00am and peaked shortly after 11:30. rested for a bit, then ge...
By: Dancesatmoonrise Date Climbed: 02/27/2010 Peak(s): Mt. Democrat, Mt. Lincoln, Mt. Cameron, "West Bross" at sanctioned trail
Decalibron in Winter: Kite Lake Approach Peaks: "Decalibron" Route: Standard Kite Lake Approach from Winter Closure at Paris Mill Date: 2-27-10 Length...
By: Bean Date Climbed: 03/06/2010 Peak(s): Mt. Elbert
Yesterday kicked off this year`s 14er season for me; I`ve set a goal of skiing 10 new-to-me 14ers and after yesterday, I only have to do nine more. Of course, it`s so enjoy...
By: bergsteigen Date Climbed: 02/27/2010 Peak(s): Mt. Bierstadt
Mt Bierstadt Ski Team: Darrin (kansas) & me Splitboard: Brian (covfrrider) Snowshoers: KeithK, Bill (wildlobo71), and a special appearance by Harry (Bresch...
By: bednorz41@hotmail.com Date Climbed: 02/27/2010 Peak(s): Sniktau
14ers, Beth and I headed up to Loveland pass frmo Denver and got there around 9:30. There were already some ski and snowboarders around but we got a parking spot. We s...
By: benners Date Climbed: 02/28/2010 Peak(s): Mt. Harvard
Mt. Harvard Winter Ski Descent 2.28.10 Group: Matt Kamper (pioletski), Ben Conners (benners) Route: Ascent of South Ridge from 8,900` on the Cottonwood Creek Road...
By: taylorzs Date Climbed: 02/27/2010 Peak(s): Homestake Pk
Here is a link to my trip report on Homestake Peak a couple days ago: http://www.zachtaylorsnowboarding.com/Homestake_Peak.html . Just copy this address to you...
By: Aubrey Date Climbed: 02/23/2010 Peak(s): Citlaltepetl
No matter how well you plan, how hard you train or how smart you acclimate for a climb, there will always be factors beyond your control. It can be frustrating, but as I`ve...
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