Tuckerman Ravine, 2 Day Trip in April

[twinplanx]

That'll do ...Now how about that group checklist, Good idea, huh...huh...

Alright there is some time to plan still

 

[kingslug]

I'll try to make it for sure.

 

[twinplanx]

Have wanted to do Tux since I first heard about it. That time frame looks pretty good. Could someone post a personal checklist(a link will do). Also a group checklist might be a good idea for stuff like charcoal, beer, ect. Seems like a good way to do HoJo's with a lil' AZ stylee. (IMHO)

Well maybe not charcoal, seeing how open fires prohibited. :dunce:


Any idea how the Sherbie is holdin up?

 

[davidhowland14]

i would think, that given teh conditions at wildcat, and the fact that the hojo's stake is at about 80", that the sherbie is in fine shape and will be for a long, long time.

 

[twinplanx]

I'll sleep much better now...thank you

 

[dmc]

The way to provision a Ticks trip is for everyone to bring enough stuff to feed themselves(including one luxury food item) and then mix and match at dinner..

Maybe one stove for every 3 people

 

[BeanoNYC]

If I can swing the dates, I'll be there for sure. Sounds like fun.

 

[andyzee]

I know it's hard to set a day, but to put stake in the ground, I'm going to aim for 4/18-4/20. Anyone else?

 

[andyzee]

Anyone?

Or for Greg's sake, bump :lol:

 

[andyzee]

At first I post this on the "What are you doing thread" then realized I'd be better off putting it here. I'm still planning on Tux 4/18 and need equipment for an overnighter, as well as for hiking in snow. For now I'm considering the items listed, good prices at Sierra, and will still be looking for crampons. Any thoughts from you old pros?

Simond Crampon Bag
color: see photo size: one
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$7.16 Mountainsmith 0°F Sleeping Bag - Kodiak, Mummy
color: black / grey
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$60.12 Asolo Granite GV Gore-Tex® Mountaineering Boots - Waterproof (For Men)
color: dark grey / black / silver size: 13
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$143.

Simond Ocelot R Mountaineering Axe - Piolet
color: see photo size: 50
Our Price: $34.92 $48.50 Save 50% # 88554 $34.92


$34.92

 

[thetrailboss]

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

 

[andyzee]

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]

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/forums/showthread.php?p=109189#post109189

 

[andyzee]

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:

CAMP USA Corsa Nanotech Ice Axe

Camp's Corsa Nanotech Ice Axe combines the ultra-low weight of an aluminum ice axe with the excellent hard-ice penetration of a steel axe.

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Available Sizes: 50 cm, 60 cm
Price:
$129.95

 

[riverc0il]

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]

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]

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/2...ERNO 2008/WEBSITE PAGES/2008_Welcome_Page.htm Once again, thanks Steve.

 

[riverc0il]

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]

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

 

[ski220]

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