Re: [off topic-slightly] Paria River gorge
Neoprene socks if you're hiking during the cooler weather. They'll keep your feet warm as well as provide a bit of cushioning on the rocks. -Todd ---...
Todd 2003-12-08 08:55:48 #26609

Re: cleats vs crampons 4-point
You always have the option of buying a pair of the in-step crampons for about $12 --- about the same cost as renting the beefy ones. Think about it ... not...
bob41@grand-canyon.az.us 2003-12-08 08:52:18 #26608

Re: cleats vs crampons 4-point
So they won't rent them to you if there's no snow on the ground ?!? What about the forewsighted hiker who's doing a week-long trip in mid-winter and wants to...
Josh Case 2003-12-08 08:45:10 #26607

Re: OT - WINTER READING
I just read an amazing survival story with the rather overwrought title, "We Die Alone", by David Howarth. It is not the best written book I've read, but...
Patricia Corry 2003-12-08 07:10:18 #26606

Re: [off topic-slightly] Paria River gorge
Marty, I consider both the Paria gorge and the Paria Plateau as part of Grand Canyon Country and certainly within the scope of this group. in the upper...
Wayne Tomasi 2003-12-08 07:07:59 #26605

Re: Hike to Marble
"bill_orman" wrote: > I'm sure Jim will be fine. Spencer and Soap are hiked by novices > all the time. I have been up and down both of them multiple...
Wayne Tomasi 2003-12-08 06:34:20 #26604

Re: Hike to Marble...from the winejerk
Jim, As pointed out by several people, hiking the inner canyon of Marble Canyon can be difficult and challenging, especially if you plan to hike the river...
Wayne Tomasi 2003-12-08 06:33:19 #26603

Re: Hike to Marble...from the winejerk
Thanks all for your concern...hence my post to seek your advice. I listed my agenda because I wanted everyone's advice as I value it so much, even when it...
Jim Edmondson 2003-12-07 21:21:02 #26602

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