Tuckerman Ravine Prep

[andyzee]

Well, for those that may have been in a cave for the last 2-3 months, I'm planning on heading up to Tux on 4/25 http://forums.alpinezone.com/24347-tuckerman-ravine-2-day-trip-april.html . Tried a couple of day trips last year and loved it. This year I want to hike up and camp out. However, I wasn't well prepared with gear and have been makeing some purchases. None of which are truly required, except some of the camping gear, but should make things go better. All purchases have been on line and got some good prices, 1. figured I'd share, 2. looking for input as to what I may be missing.



SIMOND CAIMAN SPEED CRAMPON (WITH ANTISNOW) ASST ONE 69.60 Sierra Trading Post
GSI Outdoors HALULITE DOUBLE BOILER BLACK 15.56 Sierra Trading Post
PRIMUS TECHNO TRAIL II W/SELF INGNITOR STOVE 25.20 Sierra Trading Post
SIMOND CRAMPON BAG ASST ONE 7.16 Sierra Trading Post
ASOLO GRANITE GV GORE-TEX MOUNTAINEERING BOOTS (For Men) 143.96 Sierra Trading Post
Katadyn Hiker Pro Water Microfilter $63.71 Backcountry
Black Diamond Raven Ice Axe 60cm $36.54 Steep and Cheap
ALPS Mountaineering Desert Pine Sleeping Bag: 0 Degree Synthetic $44.98 Steep and Cheap
Bison Top Round Roast for Jerky 23.61

The view and experience, priceless:

 

[thetrailboss]

So the question is which skis to bring? Rock skis or my nice boards which have more control and better edges?

 

[andyzee]

I'm bringing my designated rock skis, which are actually in good shape so no edge problem.

 

[wa-loaf]

I don't see beer on your list?

 

[andyzee]

I don't see beer on your list?

Actually, thought of that last night. I'm not much of a beer drinker, but may bring 1 or 2 as a reward for getting up there. Thanks for the reminder, the pot and old age has been messing with my memory :lol:

 

[cbcbd]

sleeping pad, I would hope
headlamp
TP

 

[andyzee]

sleeping pad, I would hope
headlamp
TP

Yes, I have those on my list. The list above was just purchases, the list below is everything:


Climb - Crampons
Climb-2nd Backpack
Climb-Head Lamp
Climb-Ice Ax
Clothes-Jackets
Clothes-Socks
Clothes-Underwear
Clothes-VestClothes-Xtra
Change of clothes for car
Food - Chili
Food - Dishes
Food - Jerky
Food - Pots
Food - Power Bars
Food - Stove
Food - Utensils
Misc - Fire
Misc-Batteries
Misc-Cameras
Misc-First Aid
Misc-GPS
Misc-Knife
Misc-Wet Towelets
Misc-xtra Straps
Misc - Toilet Paper
Misc - Headlamp
Ski - Gloves
Ski - Goggles
Ski - Helmet
Skis, Boots, and Poles
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping Bag - Pad
Sleeping Bag - Pillow
Water Bladder
Water Bottle
Water Filter

 

[GrilledSteezeSandwich]

Actually, thought of that last night. I'm not much of a beer drinker, but may bring 1 or 2 as a reward for getting up there. Thanks for the reminder, the pot and old age has been messing with my memory :lol:

Haha..definitely remember to bring some pot..

 

[andyzee]

Haha..definitely remember to bring some pot..

Fer sure!

 

[GrilledSteezeSandwich]

Fer sure!

I'm all ready for 4:20 day

 

[andyzee]

I'm all ready for 4:20 day

What part of PA? Maybe I'll stop by :lol:

 

[abc]

No tent? Is there a lean-to/cabin?

 

[cbcbd]

Yep, lean-tos at Hermit Lake

 

[snowmonster]

That's a pretty good set-up you have, Andyzee. However, you might not need the crampons and ice axe that late in the season. I'm pretty sure that a bootpack will be well established on the headwall when you go up in late April. Think light. Skiing with a heavy backpack will alter your balance and will take a while to get used to. My first few turns with a full pack ended in falls since my weight was thrown into the backseat by the pack.

I would bring my widest skis for the slushy conditions but make the edges sharp for icy-ness in the higher elevations.

Keep TB as far away from any 420. He's taking an exam soon.

It's still a gametime call for me but I got climbing skins just in case.

 

[andyzee]

That's a pretty good set-up you have, Andyzee. However, you might not need the crampons and ice axe that late in the season. I'm pretty sure that a bootpack will be well established on the headwall when you go up in late April. Think light. Skiing with a heavy backpack will alter your balance and will take a while to get used to. My first few turns with a full pack ended in falls since my weight was thrown into the backseat by the pack.

I would bring my widest skis for the slushy conditions but make the edges sharp for icy-ness in the higher elevations.

Keep TB as far away from any 420. He's taking an exam soon.

It's still a gametime call for me but I got climbing skins just in case.

I disagree with the comments on crampons on ice ax. Last year when you and I were up there and then when I went up in late May. I had folks with both flying past me going uphill, appears they do make a differnce. Also, I'm feeling adventurous and if conditions are good, may want to go for the summit. If snow is there I believe crampons will be helpful. As far as weight goes, I have no intention of skiing with all that on my back.So there

Be sure to get your butt up there!

 

[snowmonster]

Fair enough. I prefer to travel light and, WHEN I do go, I'm not summitting. I don't think the knee can take the pounding yet.

 

[andyzee]

Fair enough. I prefer to travel light and, WHEN I do go, I'm not summitting. I don't think the knee can take the pounding yet.

How is the knee?

 

[snowmonster]

Skiing on it but there's still some pain if I flex deeply. It's recuperating nicely though and I'm being careful so that it can be game ready next week.

Li'l Snowmonster thinks we're crazy for doing this again!

 

[thetrailboss]

Not into the 420 here folks...so keep it away from me and I'm cool.

 

[MichaelJ]

Make sure not to let the water filter freeze overnight if the temps are that cold. If it does, the expansion of the water into ice will open up the tiny pores that make up the filter, which means the next time you use it, it won't be filtering out the bad stuff.

Best to just boil water in advance of needing it and then let it chill.