OverviewBack in 1992 I hiked into Mount Whitney and made a solo 3-pin telemark descent of the Mountaineer's Route. During that same trip I also skied the north face a couple of times, summitting Mt. Whitney a total of 3 times.
The key is to be lazy and get a late start. Lounge on the summit to let things soften up a bit. Oh, yeah, and don't fall.
Skis: Black Diamond Tele Sauvage
Bindings: Riva cables
Boots: Asolo Extreme single leathers
 Sierra Ledge Rat below the east face of Mount Whitney.
 Mountaineer's Route, from near Mt. Carillon.
 Looking down the Mountaineer's Route.
 Celebrating after a successful descent.
Other Photos of the RouteHere are some photos of the Mountaineer's Route from other people to show you the nature of the couloir:
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Sequoia/Kings Canyon NP
