Monday, May 18, 2009

Climbing the White Line

This last weekend Justin and I went out to the Lost River Range and climbed the White Line Couloir on Peak 11,308. It was a great climb and we made great time leaving the truck at 6 am being on the route by 7:45, summiting the route by 11:15 and being back to the truck by 12:45. It was my first mixed climb (mixed meaning rock and ice at the same time) and I led the first crux of the route, which wasn't by any means a graceful lead, but it was a great experience. Justins a great climber and I learned a lot from climbing with him. Overall a great experience, I can't wait to improve my skills and get back to the mountains.


Me half way up the first ice formation of the first crux.


Accending the second pitch behind Justin.

Justin taking the lead at the second belay.

Justin at belay of 3rd pitch, view from top of route.

View from top of route.

Mike traversing to exit couloir.

Justin (opposite direction from the above picture)

El Cancun Trip

The Baby Show