Hi,
I'm considering a solo attempt of the Avalanche Gulch route up Shasta probably late this week or next week. I'm looking at this route as I do not have a climbing partner so was looking to avoid glaciated routes (I'd be very keen to do any route with a partner if someone is interested though). Is this the route you would recommend, and if so, would I need crampons this late in the season? (I don't own any; I would have to hire them) Has anyone done it recently and can tell me the conditions. Any insight would be greatly appreciated so I can prepare adequately.