Im learning to rewalk at the moment and my buddy sent me this video as a motivator. Many years ago I was up on Rainier and we now have a goal of doing the summit again before I'm 60. Thanks for making the video, it keeps me going, your guys are the BEST !!!!!
Great video, I love the intro with the gear check, nice touch. Makes me want to get back out in the mountains. You did a good job showing all aspects of this climb.
One hell of a climb man, hats off to you. Just did St Helens In may. Life changing experience for sure. Rainier is on my list of climbs. Scares the hell out of me though, Almost turned back a few times on St Helens, The incline killed my legs. Gonna get it done sometime though, Thanks for posting.
I used the La Sportiva Nepal boot. If you are planning on climbing bigger mountains in your future it would be worth the investment to get the La Sportiva Spantik boot. I mainly chose the Nepal because I plan on doing more alpine style climbing as opposed to expedition style high altitude mountaineering. Another great option is the Scarpa Phantom. It all just depends on how the boot fits your foot. If you dont have the perfect fit, you will rub your feet down to a bloody mess.
going to climb this mountain some day. I am training right now for it. Live in West Virginia and we have some pretty good size mountains that allow for 1,000 foot of gain on alot of trails
Our group was split 50-50 on leather and plastic boots. Makes no real difference. A good fitting leather boot is more comfortable, and you will be less likely to blister. You need to make sure they insulated though, not all "mountaineering boots" are appropriate for this climb. If you go guided, check with the guiding service before you buy your boot to make sure they are good to use. As far as food goes, you can basically eat anything you want. A variety of snacks really helps at altitude.
I'm planning on making this climb in about a year and a half and had a few questions I was hoping you could help answer. Firstly, was anybody in your group using plastic boots? or do you think they are overkill? And secondly, what did you do for food? What exactly did you take up and where did you get it from? Thanks a lot
Great video, I am set to climb Mt. Rainier in June with RMI. I was wondering if you were from the Pittsburgh area as well and if so what kind of training you did in prep for the climb. Thanks so much.
dev15610 Thanks. I am from Pittsburgh, but I live out in Seattle now. Climbing takes a combo of Leg Strength and Lung Strength. Your training focus should be on lots of hill hiking with heavy packs and a strong cardio base. I used to go out and run in the worst imaginable weather to prepare myself mentally for what it can be like on the mountain. Good luck!
Im learning to rewalk at the moment and my buddy sent me this video as a motivator. Many years ago I was up on Rainier and we now have a goal of doing the summit again before I'm 60. Thanks for making the video, it keeps me going, your guys are the BEST !!!!!
Great video, I love the intro with the gear check, nice touch. Makes me want to get back out in the mountains. You did a good job showing all aspects of this climb.
One of the best videos I've seen yet on a summit climb. Just awesome!! Getting geared up for my climb next month.
Thanks for sharing.
One hell of a climb man, hats off to you. Just did St Helens In may. Life changing experience for sure. Rainier is on my list of climbs. Scares the hell out of me though, Almost turned back a few times on St Helens, The incline killed my legs. Gonna get it done sometime though, Thanks for posting.
The introduction looks sweet, you can tell that you spent time focusing on the details. Great video!
nice job man!! I actually watched the entire 19mins
I used the La Sportiva Nepal boot. If you are planning on climbing bigger mountains in your future it would be worth the investment to get the La Sportiva Spantik boot. I mainly chose the Nepal because I plan on doing more alpine style climbing as opposed to expedition style high altitude mountaineering. Another great option is the Scarpa Phantom. It all just depends on how the boot fits your foot. If you dont have the perfect fit, you will rub your feet down to a bloody mess.
I want to climb this mountain so bad thank you for sharing.
I'm 80% disabled vet. Oh and yes I'm training
Love the intro btw
going to climb this mountain some day. I am training right now for it. Live in West Virginia and we have some pretty good size mountains that allow for 1,000 foot of gain on alot of trails
awesome video
Our group was split 50-50 on leather and plastic boots. Makes no real difference. A good fitting leather boot is more comfortable, and you will be less likely to blister. You need to make sure they insulated though, not all "mountaineering boots" are appropriate for this climb. If you go guided, check with the guiding service before you buy your boot to make sure they are good to use. As far as food goes, you can basically eat anything you want. A variety of snacks really helps at altitude.
Opening "gear" sequence very good. 16:45-17:45 good.
Great vid
Thanks man, don't mind if If I ask you a couple questions? What type of boots did you have?
I'm planning on making this climb in about a year and a half and had a few questions I was hoping you could help answer. Firstly, was anybody in your group using plastic boots? or do you think they are overkill? And secondly, what did you do for food? What exactly did you take up and where did you get it from? Thanks a lot
Nice video
short roped a little but cool trip...
may I ask who is the band singing around 12:00, she is amazing.
what is the drink they gave you at high break?
Great video, I am set to climb Mt. Rainier in June with RMI. I was wondering if you were from the Pittsburgh area as well and if so what kind of training you did in prep for the climb. Thanks so much.
dev15610 Thanks. I am from Pittsburgh, but I live out in Seattle now. Climbing takes a combo of Leg Strength and Lung Strength. Your training focus should be on lots of hill hiking with heavy packs and a strong cardio base. I used to go out and run in the worst imaginable weather to prepare myself mentally for what it can be like on the mountain. Good luck!
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