This classic Adirondack ski tour has been in fine condition all week. Yesterday was my third day skiing, with my skimo race skis. Time to pull out my nordic gear.
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Hock on the 5.7 "Razor" Pitch
Selden and Gary getting ready to frame the cabin
Fossils on Ishinca (18,500')
A bunch of old guys still enjoying the mountains, and the training they need to do to get off the couch
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Aiguille de Gliere
Hock on the 5.7 "Razor" Pitch
Hock's best. What were your Five biggest and best routes?
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- North Ridge of the Grand Teton
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Hock's handful of could have, would have, wished I had, and still hope to do routes!
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Fossil Clubhouse
Selden and Gary getting ready to frame the cabin
Cordillera Blanca
Fossils on Ishinca (18,500')