Great video. I went there three winters ago, also spent 6 days with four others (all had strong mountain guiding experience except me). Also had a huge (12+ inches) snowstorm that yielded dangerous avalanche conditions, so we skied the fun streambeds around Chimney Pond. Did two pitches on the Cilley-Barber route, and the ice was incredibly hard to penetrate with tools and frontpoints. The ski in and out were brutal, and our blisters were worse (surprised you did not mention the blisters!). And, we had a great time - will never forget sitting on the Chimney Pond ice, after the snowstorm in the clear evening light / alpenglow, smoking cigars and staring at that beautiful glacial cirque...
So badass. I’d love to do some snowboarding on Katahdin one day but I’d need some more experience first. Some mountaineering skills and more time doing backcountry in the Whites would help I think.
@@sendmorecondor Yes I’ve had many adventures at Tuckerman Ravine that are always exciting and crazy. My friend and I are hoping to hike Katahdin in September for the first time and really experience it.
Had the sled exploded experience on Bigalow back in the 90s. I felt I had solid backcountry knowledge, but wasn't aware the sleds blow apart under 10F, and.... didn't know that propane turned liquid around -10F, so we burned through three canisters in first 20min of cooking the first night out.... Summited the next day, but bailed after considering lack of fire... Trip upped my respect for the cold, even though I grew up in Maine
Was in there in winter the last time in the mid '90s. Summited Baxter Peak. Our night at Roaring Brook rained like hell, got increasingly colder all week and by Friday was a code "red" (no climbing - cold and wind) so we bagged out a day early. Great times and a great sense of getting away from it all.
Fun time, Saddle trail in the winter is usually great! We went up 2 weeks ago, it was windswept enough we went more to the left, because the right winter path was a solid sheet of ice. Basically stayed close to the shrubs 🤣
Great video katahdin chewed your gear up and spit it right out lol
Great video. I went there three winters ago, also spent 6 days with four others (all had strong mountain guiding experience except me). Also had a huge (12+ inches) snowstorm that yielded dangerous avalanche conditions, so we skied the fun streambeds around Chimney Pond. Did two pitches on the Cilley-Barber route, and the ice was incredibly hard to penetrate with tools and frontpoints. The ski in and out were brutal, and our blisters were worse (surprised you did not mention the blisters!). And, we had a great time - will never forget sitting on the Chimney Pond ice, after the snowstorm in the clear evening light / alpenglow, smoking cigars and staring at that beautiful glacial cirque...
So badass. I’d love to do some snowboarding on Katahdin one day but I’d need some more experience first. Some mountaineering skills and more time doing backcountry in the Whites would help I think.
Mount Washington is the perfect training ground. Get some mid-winter trips on the rock pile under your belt and you'll crush it on Katahdin!
@@sendmorecondor Yes I’ve had many adventures at Tuckerman Ravine that are always exciting and crazy. My friend and I are hoping to hike Katahdin in September for the first time and really experience it.
Had the sled exploded experience on Bigalow back in the 90s. I felt I had solid backcountry knowledge, but wasn't aware the sleds blow apart under 10F, and.... didn't know that propane turned liquid around -10F, so we burned through three canisters in first 20min of cooking the first night out.... Summited the next day, but bailed after considering lack of fire... Trip upped my respect for the cold, even though I grew up in Maine
Was in there in winter the last time in the mid '90s. Summited Baxter Peak. Our night at Roaring Brook rained like hell, got increasingly colder all week and by Friday was a code "red" (no climbing - cold and wind) so we bagged out a day early. Great times and a great sense of getting away from it all.
This is so sick!
Awesome ascent, looked frigid. Great video!
Fantastic video. Great job!
Thanks!
Fun time, Saddle trail in the winter is usually great! We went up 2 weeks ago, it was windswept enough we went more to the left, because the right winter path was a solid sheet of ice. Basically stayed close to the shrubs 🤣
Side note: Slid down this trail on my ass with the ice axe as the guide haha
Yup! Same with us it was better to ascend lookers left
Dude, how have I not watched any of your YT videos before? This is great!
Thanks Kellen! This is my favorite video (and adventure) I've gotta make some more like this one
What was your summit day route?
Saddle Brook and Saddle Trail.
which ice climbing route is this?
Mini Pinnacle 2 on Pamola Cliffs
Put your boots and clothes in side your sleeping bag with you at your feet that way your clothes and boots are nice and warm when you put them on