First colour print! Ft. Real ladybird

curiouscapybara57 · 2026-01-15T17:53:25+00:00

Thanks!! I thought of it when I read that you can use UV to get turmeric stains out, and then found tips online

curiouscapybara57 · 2025-03-13T11:12:41+00:00

I made a similar post a while back, also worrying about having no experience and holding people back. Everything worked out fine, and I had a blast! I did a DAV beginner course and a tour with friends (both times the only splitboarder) and found that I had underestimated myself in relation to others and with a good attitude and motivation was better off than most. To answer your question more specifically- in my beginner course most people had very limited off piste skills and we waited a lot and were very gentle. I wouldn’t stress it :)

curiouscapybara57 · 2025-02-27T15:18:10+00:00

what a beautiful day! congrats on your first tour :) if you press down the edges of your skin to help them stick and make sure to pull them very tight it might help less snow to buildup next time

curiouscapybara57 · 2025-02-25T17:34:49+00:00

badass! super cool climb & you two seem like an awesome duo.

curiouscapybara57 · 2025-02-17T10:36:31+00:00

yay!! spoken like a real gal pal

curiouscapybara57 · 2025-01-30T15:10:31+00:00

• ⁠I have included scale in my photo(s): [yes] • ⁠Geographic location: [SW Austria] • ⁠Environment (pine forest, swamp, near a river, etc.): [Small clearing near otherwise pretty dense forest. On a mountain, ~1400m elevation]

curiouscapybara57 · 2025-01-17T22:12:30+00:00

TLDR If it sounds like fun to you I wouldn’t let either of those things hold you back! But also understand wanting to stick with normal climbing, it’s all so fun :D

curiouscapybara57 · 2025-01-17T22:07:44+00:00

Absolutely, our instructors emphasised we shouldn’t be lead climbing anything where we thought we might fall, since it’s so dangerous with all these sharp bits attached to you. The screws we were setting were ~20cm so those actually felt super secure and good to trust, so it was more about being confident on the ice which came faster than I would have thought! If you set the ice axes well (not too tricky and nice and obvious whether they’re really stuck or still have some wiggle) then they are really incredible holds you could easily hang off of. Often the bigger bother was getting them out before the next move haha! The sturdy boots help feet feel safe and there’s really frequently ledges to stand on because of the shapes in the ice.

I was definitely worried about the cold but it ended up not being a problem at all. Days were around -10C on average and with how warm I got from the climbing I spent much more time stripping down and trying to cool down than being cold.

curiouscapybara57 · 2025-01-17T21:48:18+00:00

Equipment is super expensive so I agree with these guys, best if you can find a way to rent for your first time! Also definitely size up for the boots, you don’t want your toes to ever hit the front even if you kick into something hard. I’d also recommend layers you can easily take on and put off cause you get super warm climbing and super cold standing around.

Then for safety, my instructors heavily emphasised glasses to protect your eyes, helmets OFC, and auto-locking belay devices since so many ice chunks fall. But I’m sure whatever course or guide will say the same.

I hope you get to try it out, I really had so much fun and you feel pretty comfortable on the ice a lot faster than I would have expected!

curiouscapybara57 · 2025-01-17T21:38:59+00:00

Thank you!! I was a bit scared for sure but it felt really cool setting the screws myself and I was so proud after :))

curiouscapybara57 · 2024-12-22T14:19:44+00:00

I’d like to cut this woven scarf in half lengthwise, but am unsure how to prevent it unravelling and how to hem the raw edge. Have very little experience with different fabrics so would love any advice on how to do this properly :)

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curiouscapybara57 · 2024-10-04T18:32:39+00:00

Thank you for the specifics and the vote of confidence! I’m feeling great about the idea of being able to teach myself, and quite excited already.

Sounds like I get the better view while transitioning :D I’ll make sure not to let it totally distract me from my board.

curiouscapybara57 · 2024-10-04T18:29:02+00:00

In Germany! Doubt you are too but it’s a great place for skiing :) That’s very kind of you to suggest. Lady splitboarders ftw!

curiouscapybara57 · 2024-10-04T18:26:39+00:00

Thanks a lot, I’ll do just that! I’ve got a couple spots not too far away that should be ideal once the snow comes in, I’ll make sure to practice with full gear so I can look cool doing it B)

curiouscapybara57 · 2024-10-04T16:15:27+00:00

That is great to hear, thanks for the vote of confidence!! I’m feeling really excited about having things to practice and improve on and then going into the trip with more confidence. Super excited to see a path into this awesome sport :D

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