Tuckerman Ravine, 2 Day Trip in April

**thetrailboss** · Mar 30, 2008, 7:17 AM

OK, so 4/18 is what we are thinking? I will mark that down...

andyzee · Mar 30, 2008, 7:24 AM

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Originally Posted by thetrailboss

OK, so 4/18 is what we are thinking? I will mark that down...

About time your freaking reply I thought you were bailing on me. Beano, Snowmonster, where are you guys?

Oh, just the got the sleeping back on Steep and Cheap for $45

davidhowland14 · Mar 30, 2008, 10:14 AM

I'd question the necessity of a crampon bag, myself. I've never used one. Although it depends on what kind of pack you have. Most packs have straps on the bottom you can use to attach the crampons too. That's a good price for an axe like that. I paid almost 70 for my BD raven. You might want to look into getting a leash for it, though. Not necessary, but it's good to have.

here's some crampons you might be interested in.

$100 obo.

http://www.timefortuckerman.com/foru...189#post109189

andyzee · Mar 30, 2008, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by davidhowland14

I'd question the necessity of a crampon bag, myself. I've never used one. Although it depends on what kind of pack you have. Most packs have straps on the bottom you can use to attach the crampons too. That's a good price for an axe like that. I paid almost 70 for my BD raven. You might want to look into getting a leash for it, though. Not necessary, but it's good to have.

David, thanks for the feedback. I did Tux for the first time last year and am a novice to backcounrty stuff, so, feedback helps.

The campon bag I wasn't sure if I needed, but for the price, figured I'd give it a try.
The ax I'm going to pass on I believe it's to short for me, they only have it in a 50cm, I'm 6'. Instead I found this one I like at Backcountry, but it only comes in 50 and 60 cm, I think a 70 may be more suited for me. What I like is that it's extremely light at 8.8 oz. More expensive, but I got a 15% discount code that would help some:

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riverc0il · Mar 30, 2008, 8:12 PM

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Originally Posted by thetrailboss

OK, so 4/18 is what we are thinking? I will mark that down...

This is the weekend of the Inferno. I definitely will not do Tuckerman that weekend, might do GoS though.

If you guys are thinking about camping over night in the shelters, good luck getting a spot. This is the highest demand weekend and competition for space will be fierce.

andyzee · Mar 30, 2008, 8:17 PM

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Originally Posted by riverc0il

This is the weekend of the Inferno. I definitely will not do Tuckerman that weekend, might do GoS though.

If you guys are thinking about camping over night in the shelters, good luck getting a spot. This is the highest demand weekend and competition for space will be fierce.

Thanks for the info Steve. Do you think that on Friday moring it'll be tough to get a spot?

andyzee · Mar 30, 2008, 8:27 PM

OK, googled this inferno thingee. It is indeed going on the dates I was planning on going 4/18-4/20. Wouldn't mind seeing the race, but will probably be a mad house. So, now I'm thinking either 4/11-4/13 or 4/25-4/27. Anyone planning on any of those dates? Here's the info on the Inferno: http://www.friendsoftuckerman.org/20...lcome_Page.htm Once again, thanks Steve.

riverc0il · Mar 30, 2008, 8:53 PM

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Originally Posted by andyzee

Thanks for the info Steve. Do you think that on Friday moring it'll be tough to get a spot?

No problem. Hey, some people love the atmosphere a big event like this brings to the ravine, so don't let that stop you if you are interested in a party. Personally, I go for the skiing and become concerned for personal safety with that many people in the area. No idea if getting a spot is any easier if you show up Friday, I assume lots of people block out Friday as a vacation day for the event and make it a long weekend. Mad house either way.

For my schedule, the week before the Inferno I will likely be on the lifts unless conditions are such that I would rather sacrifice a voucher than miss a perfect day on the Rock Pile. Week after the Inferno looks pretty good, weather and conditions permitting. Then again, once the lifts start shutting down, every weekend is likely by the last weekend in April.

andyzee · Mar 30, 2008, 8:57 PM

I agree, may be a nice event to see, but I prefer to go up and ski.

ski220 · Mar 31, 2008, 10:23 PM

Hey, don't worry about it being to crowded (except for the huts), there is plenty of room up on the hill and Tucks is not the only place to ski. In fact at this time of year it is not even the best. My advice? Plan contingently and only go when the weather cooperates. Skin up the Sherburne trail. Much better then hiking. You can boot up right gully without needing crampons (on a nice day).

Last year April 21, 2007 http://youtube.com/watch?v=m9sJCRwIkms

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davidhowland14 Crotched Powder Day Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Cape Cod, MA Posts: 388	I'd question the necessity of a crampon bag, myself. I've never used one. Although it depends on what kind of pack you have. Most packs have straps on the bottom you can use to attach the crampons too. That's a good price for an axe like that. I paid almost 70 for my BD raven. You might want to look into getting a leash for it, though. Not necessary, but it's good to have. here's some crampons you might be interested in. $100 obo. http://www.timefortuckerman.com/foru...189#post109189 __________________ ...between the click of the light and the start of the dream... 12/22 - Crotched (Powder) 1/2 - Loon (Powder) 1/3 - Loon 1/20 - Loon 1/21 - Loon 2/16 - Ragged 2/17 - Ragged 2/23 - Crotched (Powder) The Google Earth Open Ski Areas Project Last edited by davidhowland14; Mar 30, 2008 at 10:31 AM.

Mar 30, 2008, 8:27 PM	#37 (permalink)
andyzee Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Home Posts: 6,549	OK, googled this inferno thingee. It is indeed going on the dates I was planning on going 4/18-4/20. Wouldn't mind seeing the race, but will probably be a mad house. So, now I'm thinking either 4/11-4/13 or 4/25-4/27. Anyone planning on any of those dates? Here's the info on the Inferno: http://www.friendsoftuckerman.org/20...lcome_Page.htm Once again, thanks Steve. __________________ 10-18-12-16

Mar 30, 2008, 8:57 PM	#39 (permalink)
andyzee Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Home Posts: 6,549	I agree, may be a nice event to see, but I prefer to go up and ski. __________________ 10-18-12-16

Mar 31, 2008, 10:23 PM	#40 (permalink)
ski220 Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 100	Hey, don't worry about it being to crowded (except for the huts), there is plenty of room up on the hill and Tucks is not the only place to ski. In fact at this time of year it is not even the best. My advice? Plan contingently and only go when the weather cooperates. Skin up the Sherburne trail. Much better then hiking. You can boot up right gully without needing crampons (on a nice day). Last year April 21, 2007 http://youtube.com/watch?v=m9sJCRwIkms Last edited by ski220; Mar 31, 2008 at 10:25 PM. Reason: correct date

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