Mt. Whitney Portal Store & Hostel Forums General Mt. Whitney Portal Store Message Board Main Trail 05/20/13: Photos Of Cables, Switchbacks

Went up to pluck off some more needles on Monday and thought some of you would like some conditions photos.

Cables




Majority Of The Switchbacks Were Dry, But A Few Looked Like This


Right Before Trail Crest Was Iffy Without Gear, A Fall Wouldn't Be Pretty With Icy Conditions






Slope Heading Up To The Summit Plateau


And A Few Photos For Fun:

Trail Camp Follies. This Guy Walked Out Of A Tent He Chewed A Hole Though For This Tasty Snack


Gotta Love The Alpine Glow


I Climbed Third Needle, Aiguille Extra, Junior & du Paquoir. Different Perspective Photos



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Very nice set.

Hi Hey Thanks for the photos ,It is hard to explain to people about the cable area until they see it! That said photo # 2 I call the VOID people will stop at the start of the cables look... start stop look think what is at the end or what's next above and many will turn around so your set of pictures give a wealth of detail. First time hikers should study these , understand that these short sections of ice and snow need to be considered ,

Wind again yesterday and cold front moved in so expect very cold night at Trailcamp , but then why would you stay at trailcamp?
Thanks again for the pictures

Cool pix, very good shots of the cables, sometimes pictures are more descriptive than words, which way did you guys descend MT or MR?

Great trip report, photos, and beta. Thanks!!!


Hey Doug, do you have micro spikes in stock? I am not saying they are appropriate for these conditions, but regardless, I would like to replace the set I lost in Nepal. Thanks!!!!

I'm not Doug...
but, I saw lots of different traction devices in the WPS last Saturday...

Doug actually spent a bit of time trying NOT to sell the things... Amy and I tried to convince the couple that MicroSpikes are the best invention since sliced bread.

I just want my pair back. Doug, am I in luck? (I am bringing crampons and ice axe regardless.)

How are the glissading conditions or are most people using the switchbacks down?

I guess its to early to be able to fill a water bottle from the spring on the switchbacks ?

Like that!! And going on a Monday less people... Thanks for the pictures

mark

The Spring is running.