Re: Looking for opinions on crampons
Those damn knees are always a problem. A friend that I hike with is putting off the knee surgery as long as possible and carries the emergency...
Bob Wais 2011-11-06 12:19:24 #67268
Re: Looking for opinions on crampons
I have had experience only with the simple instep ones and Yaktrax Pros. I found 2 pairs of the insteps on the Tanner slightly above Sagittarius Ridge. This...
gfowler_46 2011-11-06 12:10:07 #67267
RRFW Riverwire - Glen Canyon Dan Update
RRFW Riverwire - Glen Canyon Dam Update
November 7, 2011
Glen Canyon Dam Lake Powell
During October 2011 the unregulated inflow volume to Lake Powell was...
riverwire@rrfw.org 2011-11-06 11:18:27 #67266
Re: Upcoming Nov 15-20 Tanner - Beamer - Escalante - New Hance
But, you use 'em for regular hiking, not just canyoneering ?
John
> Yes indeed these are the ones Rich is always talking about. Pretty sure he has Chris...
John 2011-11-06 10:58:58 #67265
Re: Looking for opinions on crampons
Better late than never. Although they are on the heavy side, and more expensive than the lower quality quick fixes, the velcro festened, vibram soled...
oldehakataihobo 2011-11-06 10:34:20 #67264
Re: Looking for opinions on crampons
I'll second Al's recommendation of the Kahtoola Microspikes. I purchased a pair about 18 months ago and have used them on a few winter hikes. They're durable...
Bill Ferris 2011-11-06 10:30:40 #67263
Re: Upcoming Nov 15-20 Tanner - Beamer - Escalante - New Hance
Hi Drifter and others,
You're likely right that luck is playing a role. It's also possible that conditions were traction devices are necessary aren't that...
Scott 2011-11-06 10:27:08 #67262
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