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I know this a little off topic, but since some of you frequent posters here have certainly done and might be interested in doing V-notch... anyone here up for V-notch --> Polemonium anytime in Sept 16-19 or 21-24? Anyone have information on conditions? I have screws and rock rack, but I'd prefer your doubles or twins over my heavy single and pull cord setup. I'd prefer to take two days, but I can be convinced to take three, especially if you're keen on a little traversing. I'm based out of LA, so if you live nearby we can carpool; otherwise we can meet on the east side. My experience: lead 5.8 and AI3 comfortably and quickly, 5.9 comfortably but more slowly, and 5.10 if it's not in Yosemite or Tahquitz =). I have also done long routes to D+ in the Mont Blanc massif. Excited to finally be back in my eastern Sierra! -- Hamik

Hey man, I'm down. Sounds like a good time. I've been watching and waiting for a chance at the V-Notch and U-Notch for a while now. Shoot me an email at yoskolo@gmail.com

yeh, its good your back in the eastern sierra's. its better than europe.

probably going to be doing polemonium on the 19 to 20 via sill and the west side ridge to the peak of polemonium. see you up there.