Up Louise Falls this morning. Route is in
good shape with the first pitch offering nice plastic ice. The left hand
pillar has about 2 to 3 body lengths of steep ice with good stemming and then it
kicks back. The crux of the route is in the last 10 feet before the top
out providing brittle, dinner plating ice. The right hand pillar is not
ready yet. There is a good trail in for the walk off.
It would be a good idea to be aware what is above
your head while on the first pitch. There are several looming daggers
above that would be a definite day spoiler if they came off while you were
climbing. There are a few v threads that are currently in the
direct line of fire.
Have fun out there...
Mike Stuart
Alpine Guide
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