There was an interesting article in the Wall Street Journal today (April 6) about Recreation.gov. If you ever wondered why Recreation.gov endlessly sends out emails encouraging you to reserve a permit, even permits that are unavailable, the WSJ article will provide the answer.
Pretty cool, generally speaking I think this is off the Salathe Wall (west side). I couldn't find a video that shows it from start to finish. Fortunately this is not the 'high' or 'busy' time of year for climbing in Yosemite Valley.
It's been a couple years since I've been active on this site and I have a couple questions :?: : -When did this come a climbing board? -Where did the backcountry skiing forums go?
Recently joined the site, apologies if the topic is covered elsewhere...
Question: Do you know of some accessible mountains that offer a similar physical challenge to Mont Blanc, but require less technical expertise? I really want a physical challenge to train towards this year...
Context: - 30yr old male, reasonably fit and athletic - Not so much of a background in endurance, but I've always managed to get myself up a mountain - ...
New to the site, and first-time poster. Apologies if the topic is covered elsewhere...
Question: (In case I can't convince my mountaineering buddy to come with) then will it be enough from a technical perspective if I attend a mountaineering course over the summer to be able to go up Mt Blanc alone?
Context: - 30yr old male, reasonably fit and athletic - Not much of a background in endurance, but I've always ...
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This post belongs in Gear, but the post operation there is failing. I use a Gossamer Gear Lonestar 30 and REI Flash 52, and am now looking for a 40 liter pack. The Montbell Alpine Light 40 ticks all my boxes, but I am unable to find reviews on it. I've had very good experience with the brand. Unluckily, the Portland, OR, store closed. Seems like they make very good gear, but their marketing in ...