Ice Climbing – Northeast Alpine Start
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Posts about Ice Climbing written by David Lottmann. Gear reviews, trip reports, and how-to articles for Northeast adventures.
Ice Climbing – Northeast Alpine Start
4M ago
While the New England ice climbing season is off to a bit of a sluggish start a follower recently asked if I had a gear list for what I take ice climbing. Thanks for the inspiration for this post Kyle! I’m going to list items in the order that I usually pack my pack. Hyperlite ..read more
Ice Climbing – Northeast Alpine Start
4M ago
With the welcomed increase of backcountry travelers using FRS and GMRS radios for internal group communication it is time we utilize a “Common Use Zone” system to improve group to group communication in the most popular zones of our region. Modeled after the Utah Avalanche Center’s “Group to Group Radio Channel Initiative” this system would ..read more
Ice Climbing – Northeast Alpine Start
5M ago
I’ve been testing the new Black Diamond First Light Stretch Hoody since early October and after a half dozen trips into the alpine with it I’m ready to share my thoughts. TLDR Version: This is an outstanding addition to the “light puffy” market and I’m stoked to have this in my current rotation of outdoor ..read more
Ice Climbing – Northeast Alpine Start
5M ago
Today only, Monday, November 27th, 2023, you can book an adventure or course with Northeast Mountaineering and save some serious moo-lah! Basically if you book one of these adventures today you get to bring a friend for free! I’m going to share exactly what programs are eligible and what the out of pocket cost per ..read more
Ice Climbing – Northeast Alpine Start
1y ago
I’ve now had a couple months to test the new Salewa Ortles Guide 35 Backpack and I’m ready to publish my review! TLDR Version: The Salewa Ortles Guide 35 Backpack is a rugged lightweight technical backpack that is an excellent pick for general mountaineering, waterfall ice climbing, and ski mountaineering. How I Tested: I’ve taken ..read more
Ice Climbing – Northeast Alpine Start
2y ago
I’ve had a few months to demo and review the Italian made AKU Hayatsuki Mountaineering Boots and I’m ready to share my opinion on them! Let’s get the disclaimer out of the way first. I first heard of this company through a social media ad and I purchased a pair of the AKU Rock DFS ..read more
Ice Climbing – Northeast Alpine Start
2y ago
In almost every avalanche course I teach we have a discussion about the use of avalanche airbags. My opinions on this matter have changed over time in light of new information and advancements in technology. Earlier in my avalanche education days I would cite statistics such as 75% of avalanche fatalities on Mount Washington were ..read more
Ice Climbing – Northeast Alpine Start
2y ago
When using a plaquette style belay device (Black Diamond ATC Guide, Petzl Reverso, DMM Pivot) in Assisted-Braking Mode or Auto-Blocking Mode (to belay a follower directly off the anchor) there are some ways to reduce the amount of effort required to pull slack through the device. This can lead to a more efficient belay as ..read more
Ice Climbing – Northeast Alpine Start
2y ago
Every holiday season I hand pick just 10 items I think would be an excellent gift for the hiker, climber, back-country rider, in your life. These are items I either already own and love or items that are at the top of my own wish list for Santa. I hope this list helps you find ..read more
Ice Climbing – Northeast Alpine Start
2y ago
We are about to hit the season of savings on outdoor gear! I’m organizing my annual Holiday Gift Guide and it will be ready by Black Friday. One item that will certainly make my “top ten” Holiday Gift Ideas is a quality first aid kit. MyMedic is currently offering 35% off their most popular first ..read more