Awesome pictures, of what one can tell was an awesome climb. I was skiing over at Alta why you guys where climbing, and several times I took at my binoculars to spot you, but wasn't lucky enough to see you.
Just reading this report gives me butterflies in my stomach! What an experience! From your pictures and description it looks and sounds like it was an incredible climb. Glad you could enjoy the perfections of the day and one killer route!
I've never seen so much snow on the South Ridge. The crux rock move appears to even be snowed over! (Photo 12) It looks like a completely different climb than any time I've been up it.
This was a fantastic trip report! Thank you for sharing.
A quick question: As a climber who cares about taking great pictures, what photography equipment do you carry on a typical mountaineering adventure? (camera, lens etc.)
Thanks for the compliments. I use a digital SLR camera, specifically the Canon 30D. I carry it in a Promaster bag (I mention the brand because it's the only one I've ever found that keeps the snow out without having to zip the top. I just use the clip, so that I can pull out the camera fast.) I clip it to the side of my pack. At first it was heavy and a bit awkward, but you get used to it. I compensate by putting water, etc. on the other side of the pack to balance it out.
As far as lenses you have to have an ultra wide angle lens to get any descent ridge photos. I use the Canon 10mm-22mm lens. I also carry a Canon 24mm-105mm lens for closer photos, flowers, animals, depth of field, etc. I carry that in a Lowe Pro lens holder on my other side so that I can change the lenses back and forth quickly. Other than that, a circular polarizer filter, lens cloth, extra batteries and memory cards.
The trick is to take tons of photos without interrupting the rhythm of the climb. Sometimes I don't succeed with that goal, but my partners are cool and appreciate the end result. I've become a lot faster over time so hopefully the camera doesn't get in the way too much.
This was SUCH a helpful reply! Exactly the information I was looking for :)
Ya know...it might be worth it, one day, to post an article about photography and climbing, like some tips of the trade you have found helpful! That would probably be super helpful for a lot of people.
As I realized in the 1950s, you have to climb the peaks in the Wasatch during the winter to dulplicate conditions you would find in the Alps the year around. Great pictures. If it weren't for the trees, I could be fooled that you were actually in the French Alps.
Killer photos on your profile page! You were climbing the Wasatch 25 years before I was even thought about!
Nyle Walton - Mar 29, 2008 10:26 am - Hasn't voted
Two generations removed.
In 1950 when I climbed the Grand Teton, one could not find an ice ax in Utah. I never saw crampons until I went to Mexico to climb Popocatepetl in 1951 and bought some crude Mexican "spiks" along with an ice ax.
Back then mountain climbing was limited to eccentric individuals who belonged to the Wasatch Mountain Club and practiced rock climbing on Pete's Rock under Mt. Olympus. Compare those conditions with today's broad popularity of the sport which attracts millions and people no longer question what idiocy makes people want to climb mountains.
warriorpoet - Mar 24, 2008 10:24 am - Voted 10/10
Nachos!Proof that it takes more than a camera and a good eye to get a great shot.
vanman798 - Mar 24, 2008 11:10 am - Voted 10/10
WowAwesome pictures, of what one can tell was an awesome climb. I was skiing over at Alta why you guys where climbing, and several times I took at my binoculars to spot you, but wasn't lucky enough to see you.
Very Impressive!
Pinchosa - Mar 24, 2008 11:19 am - Voted 10/10
Butterflies...Just reading this report gives me butterflies in my stomach! What an experience! From your pictures and description it looks and sounds like it was an incredible climb. Glad you could enjoy the perfections of the day and one killer route!
By the way marauders, your pictures are amazing!
Ammon Hatch - Mar 24, 2008 11:31 am - Voted 10/10
Major EnvyI can't believe I slept through my alarm...
Bruce Christensen - Mar 24, 2008 12:00 pm - Voted 10/10
WowIt looks like you guys had a great time. Nice pictures, and nice job on a beautiful route.
Dottie Little Tent - Mar 24, 2008 2:27 pm - Voted 10/10
Nice!I thought these were some of the best photos in a trip report
Dean - Mar 24, 2008 3:43 pm - Voted 10/10
SuperbLove the great pics and trip report. Congrat's on a great day in the mountains.
Matthew Van Horn - Mar 24, 2008 4:53 pm - Voted 10/10
I love Utah!Matt, your photos confirm again why Utah is such an awesome place to live. Good job guys.
PellucidWombat - Mar 24, 2008 4:54 pm - Hasn't voted
What a day out!I've never seen so much snow on the South Ridge. The crux rock move appears to even be snowed over! (Photo 12) It looks like a completely different climb than any time I've been up it.
Congrats!
marauders - Mar 25, 2008 12:19 am - Hasn't voted
Thanks......for all the great comments. We'll have to get another SP climb together soon.
dmiki - Mar 25, 2008 3:58 pm - Voted 10/10
ExcellentA jolly good outing I must say.
seanpeckham - Mar 25, 2008 8:38 pm - Voted 10/10
AwesomeNice job on the climb and the TR, but especially the photos!
Joe White - Mar 26, 2008 3:59 am - Voted 10/10
Thanks!This was a fantastic trip report! Thank you for sharing.
A quick question: As a climber who cares about taking great pictures, what photography equipment do you carry on a typical mountaineering adventure? (camera, lens etc.)
marauders - Mar 26, 2008 12:31 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: Thanks!Thanks for the compliments. I use a digital SLR camera, specifically the Canon 30D. I carry it in a Promaster bag (I mention the brand because it's the only one I've ever found that keeps the snow out without having to zip the top. I just use the clip, so that I can pull out the camera fast.) I clip it to the side of my pack. At first it was heavy and a bit awkward, but you get used to it. I compensate by putting water, etc. on the other side of the pack to balance it out.
As far as lenses you have to have an ultra wide angle lens to get any descent ridge photos. I use the Canon 10mm-22mm lens. I also carry a Canon 24mm-105mm lens for closer photos, flowers, animals, depth of field, etc. I carry that in a Lowe Pro lens holder on my other side so that I can change the lenses back and forth quickly. Other than that, a circular polarizer filter, lens cloth, extra batteries and memory cards.
The trick is to take tons of photos without interrupting the rhythm of the climb. Sometimes I don't succeed with that goal, but my partners are cool and appreciate the end result. I've become a lot faster over time so hopefully the camera doesn't get in the way too much.
Joe White - Mar 26, 2008 7:30 pm - Voted 10/10
Re: Thanks!This was SUCH a helpful reply! Exactly the information I was looking for :)
Ya know...it might be worth it, one day, to post an article about photography and climbing, like some tips of the trade you have found helpful! That would probably be super helpful for a lot of people.
marauders - Mar 28, 2008 1:06 am - Hasn't voted
Re: Great picsI appreciate the comments. My website is fun hobby.
mrburns - Mar 27, 2008 12:48 pm - Hasn't voted
Nice!Great Pictures, Great Trip Report. Looks like a great day!
Nyle Walton - Mar 28, 2008 9:58 am - Hasn't voted
Wasatch Climbing Alpine StyleAs I realized in the 1950s, you have to climb the peaks in the Wasatch during the winter to dulplicate conditions you would find in the Alps the year around. Great pictures. If it weren't for the trees, I could be fooled that you were actually in the French Alps.
marauders - Mar 28, 2008 12:08 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: Wasatch Climbing Alpine StyleKiller photos on your profile page! You were climbing the Wasatch 25 years before I was even thought about!
Nyle Walton - Mar 29, 2008 10:26 am - Hasn't voted
Two generations removed.In 1950 when I climbed the Grand Teton, one could not find an ice ax in Utah. I never saw crampons until I went to Mexico to climb Popocatepetl in 1951 and bought some crude Mexican "spiks" along with an ice ax.
Back then mountain climbing was limited to eccentric individuals who belonged to the Wasatch Mountain Club and practiced rock climbing on Pete's Rock under Mt. Olympus. Compare those conditions with today's broad popularity of the sport which attracts millions and people no longer question what idiocy makes people want to climb mountains.