Shawshank
New member
Attemped Mt. Adams yesterday. Didn't see anybody the entire day (and for good reason!) Started from rt 2 and took the Air Line directly up. Was a very nice day, fairly mild and wind wasn't too bad. But the ice was! I had micros but had to turn back half way through the knifes edge just before Gulfside. Simply to much ice to safely navigate without crampons. I was solo so it was a tough call but felt it was the right decision. (was the first time I've ever turned back before the summit in over 50 hikes)
I recommend waiting for some snow to fall for traction or bringing crampons. There were no tracks so I assume nobody had been through in the past day or so. If you are reading and have been through recently let me know what you thought.
Despite the failed summit bid I enjoyed some great views and took a little peaceful nap below tree level. A great day.
I recommend waiting for some snow to fall for traction or bringing crampons. There were no tracks so I assume nobody had been through in the past day or so. If you are reading and have been through recently let me know what you thought.
Despite the failed summit bid I enjoyed some great views and took a little peaceful nap below tree level. A great day.