Re: Yaktraks vs. Crampons
I think one of the main differences (besides amounts of spikes) between crampons are the material they are made with. Aluminum or Steel. Aluminum types are...
Paige 2004-12-08 20:45:57 #33372

Re: Bright Angel and South Kaibab Trails in December
Tim, They are called Icewalkers Quick Clip Cleats by Covell. They aren't intended for serious mountaineering, but I think they do the trick for short...
Paige 2004-11-08 17:31:45 #32939

Re: FW: bad nalgene bottles
It was a Lexan one, clear gray, brand new too. Probably in the mid-upper 40's. Surprised us too. Paige ----- Original Message ----- From: johngeyles ...
Paige 2004-11-08 14:06:46 #32930

Re: Bright Angel and South Kaibab Trails in December
Tom, I think you'll be surprised by the availability of permits in December. I was there last December for a walk-up permit. I could have had any itinerary...
Paige 2004-11-08 13:41:18 #32926

Re: FW: bad nalgene bottles
John, This reminds me of my first time hiking up Mt. Whitney. My husband dropped a Nalgene bottle from his hand, it fell maybe 3 feet and shattered on a...
Paige 2004-11-08 13:35:12 #32923

Re: FW: bad nalgene bottles
John, I agree with you and also carry regular store bought water bottles. They are much lighter and very durable. We carried them on our last 8 day trip,...
Paige 2004-11-08 09:22:43 #32913

Re: Nankoweap Trip Report (long)
Great read, Andrew. The flash flood sounds very scarey. Glad you made it out OK. Paige ----- Original Message ----- From: desert1s To:...
Paige 2004-11-03 08:51:12 #32822

Re: Ice, Crampons, and Cleats
Mark wrote :"(like to be prepared; and besides, how can one have to much gear?)" One can have too much gear when your back is screaming or you're too...
Paige 2004-11-01 08:44:41 #32782

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