August 2012 Archive

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Aug
2012
jloomis

Alpinizmo by High Peak USA Latitude 20 Sleeping Bag Review

Product Rating: 
5
Alpinizmo by High Peak USA Latitude 20 Sleeping Bag

Features:

The new Alpinizmo® by High Peak USA line of Latitude sleeping bags feature Cozy Therm™ heat regulating technology for increased warmth and decreased weight. The new lining is designed to radiate heat back to the user while allowing water vapor to pass through and exit the bag. The Latitude 20 is designed to keep users comfortable down to 20°F in a synthetic package that weighs in at less than 2.5 pounds. This mummy bag packs down to a mere 12" x 7.5", making it a great companion on any backpacking adventure.

30
Aug
2012
jloomis

Solo Climb of Mt Adams via South Spur Route

Mt Adams, Washington

I finally got smart and waited for nice weather for my third attempt of Mt Adams. While not a technical climb via the South Spur Route, weather often plays a role in the success or failure of climbers on this route. My first attempt was in July of last year and we turned around after spending the night at high camp. The weather cleared before bed, but came back in overnight with visibility only a hundred feet or so.

12
Aug
2012
kloomis

Backpacking to Wall Lake and Hiking to Potato Butte

Wall Lake with Potato Butte in the Background

On Friday Jason and I met up with our friends Kyle and Tiffanie for a backpacking trip in the Olallie Lake Scenic Area. The weather forecast was great and we were excited to do some backpacking with good friends. Our intended destination was Sheep Lake, a 2.3 mile hike in on the Red Lake trail #719. The main trail begins off spur road 380 from FS road 46. In the interest of cutting off some elevation gain on our hike, we intersected the trail off spur road 076 thanks to Kyle's navigation and 4x4 driving skills (high clearance 4x4 vehicle required).