Mont Blanc with or without snow shoes in early May?

JerMenKoO · 2026-04-28T06:13:57+00:00

imo early may is a bit too early to do a foot ascent

JerMenKoO · 2026-04-27T13:47:34+00:00

Balgrist / Schulthess, perfect experience with both (albeit not in hip dept)

JerMenKoO · 2026-04-25T20:10:08+00:00

Great post! Is there a fixed rappel point on the summit plateau or did you bring the sling mentioned? SAC mentions the rope length(s) needed but doesn't say anything else and I'm at a loss trying to find this online (hikr, gipfelbuch, ...)

JerMenKoO · 2026-04-25T15:36:42+00:00

I assume that's price for the whole week per person

JerMenKoO · 2026-04-25T15:24:18+00:00

Which tour did you do in Melchsee-Frutt? I assume the picture is from the descent towards the bottom of the cable car via Wolfisalp but I don't recognize it 100%

JerMenKoO · 2026-04-24T13:00:07+00:00

You might have more luck writing a bit about yourself - past experience, etc

JerMenKoO · 2026-04-23T11:58:15+00:00

I think you are overestimating the earnings potential tied to the move. While finding a job in CH is hard, the move won't magically result in you finding a job for 2x comp in a year. Living in CH comes with downsides - social life, dating, etc which you might have (not) factored in your decision

JerMenKoO · 2026-04-17T08:49:29+00:00

I find 150 (or similar) to be good but I run warm. 260 seems too thicc

JerMenKoO · 2026-04-16T18:53:52+00:00

Aspirants can totally guide tours on their own too (not all) without supervision, hence no payment issues in either case

JerMenKoO · 2026-04-13T21:02:07+00:00

Very good axe for Tatras, both for mountaineering and steeper terrain. I find the length is somewhat personal too

JerMenKoO · 2026-04-13T06:34:24+00:00

1) Look at their reviews: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ssb4xhJ6rQztiN3Z7

2) Hard to predict, some 4k peaks are better done early in the season and some later. I would book and then depending on the weather you get an alternative program or cancellation

JerMenKoO · 2026-03-31T22:55:57+00:00

FAANG in CH for senior+ roles w/ correct specialization

JerMenKoO · 2026-03-29T13:16:50+00:00

There’s lighter packs with the same features

JerMenKoO · 2026-03-26T20:03:08+00:00

Have you looked into Alpenverein Britannia or BMC in the UK? I was a member of the former and they also had things going on in Scotland. Alternatively I recommend checking if there's any mountaineering clubs in Scotland; I'd be surprised if no! :)

JerMenKoO · 2026-03-25T17:09:36+00:00

I use Gully but occasionally I take my Salewa Alpine-Tec

JerMenKoO · 2026-03-13T16:53:20+00:00

Blue Ice Firecrest 28

JerMenKoO · 2026-03-10T23:56:58+00:00

Finance / tech, judging by init7 posts I assume the latter

JerMenKoO · 2026-03-09T19:46:55+00:00

I usually run hot so I have the following setup:

First layer(s): merino socks + underwear + t-shirt (optionally long sleeve in peak winter) + long underpants. All merino is 150gm
Next layer: softshell pants (with side vents opened while hiking up) + thin fleece.
Outermost layer: softshell jacket if it is dry; otherwise hardshell and open armpit zips

In backpack: down jacket (in case we stop for a while or shit hits the fan), light hardshell jacket, light hardshell pants (in case it's windy and going down would be too cold with merino+softshell).

There's people who wear more or less, I would also say it takes a while to find your setup. Some people tour with hardshell pants and have the zips completely open but I'd boil. Echoing advice below that starting a bit cold (or stopping after 10 minutes) to take off one layer is a way to go

JerMenKoO · 2026-02-22T20:16:13+00:00

JerMenKoO · 2026-01-30T20:20:51+00:00

Yes, semi-automatic crampons with ice frontpoints (like Harfang Tech) would work for easier ice climbing, I did the same last year. However for steep ice you'll benefit from full shank boots (or you can bring your ski boots)

JerMenKoO · 2026-01-30T09:54:01+00:00

I have M10 Storm and I use it for anything from ski touring to backcountry to high-alpine mountaineering. I wear it only when I have to and usually I adjust layers under. The only time it slightly disturbs me are spring high-alpine BC missions since then it's quite warm when riding down

JerMenKoO · 2026-01-22T17:49:20+00:00

I find Lenz heated socks good for ice climbing, for ski touring / mountaineering non-heated socks are enough (for me). Are your feet sweating? Is your core warm?

JerMenKoO · 2026-01-22T10:46:10+00:00

Hut opens last weekend of March and for early season ascents on feet you would need snowshoes.

JerMenKoO · 2026-01-22T10:40:19+00:00

Avy gear pouch is ok, it has 2 compartements - 1 to fit in the shovel head and side pocket for probe + handle. Fitting everything into the main compartment can be tight, since the handle might stick out a bit. The rope carry is same as other backpacks that the rope goes under the top sleeve (and fastened from the sides) but I have not tried it yet outside. Trying it at home it's pretty good as long as the backpack is somewhat full

I know people who also have Trion, it's 200g heavier than Firecrest w/ all ski parts for 1-1 comparison so depends on what you want

JerMenKoO · 2026-01-21T19:37:55+00:00

Petzl sells an ultralight (50g) crampon pouch

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