11500 is where the wind turned me back too when an untimely gust lifted my 220lb frame plus my 55lb pack right off the ridge and threw me down the slope. Only time I've had to self-arrest in 35 years of mountaineering. I can take a hint!
nicely filmed and edited video. I went a week after you guys and there was hardly any wind at Helen Lake but the summit was nuking at 50+mph. A friend of mine went about 3 days after me and said no wind at summit. typical mountain weather, you'll tag it sooner than later.
We were using the Nemo Kunai which worked pretty well given its lighter weight. Without the giant boulder we camped behind, it would have been a much rougher night though. I also have the REI Arete which is pretty bomber, but much heavier.
@@RadishUprooted 😂 once the wind knocked me off my feet below helen lake i told my climbing partner that’s it and we turned around I came back this past weekend on June 3rd and got it. No wind and the conditions were perfect
Hey Dude I met you on South Sister a week ago. If you’re up for hitting more Peaks let me know! Couldn’t find your IG, I know you mentioned you were in the process of creating one lol
Hey Kevin-it was great to meet you on the summit and yeah I’m absolutely down and always looking for more peak bagging partners! And I did finally make an IG @radishuprooted.
11500 is where the wind turned me back too when an untimely gust lifted my 220lb frame plus my 55lb pack right off the ridge and threw me down the slope. Only time I've had to self-arrest in 35 years of mountaineering. I can take a hint!
Dang, glad you’re alright! Some days the mountain welcomes us in, and others it’s clear we’re not invited!
The ski down from Helen is a great ski, IMO.
nicely filmed and edited video. I went a week after you guys and there was hardly any wind at Helen Lake but the summit was nuking at 50+mph. A friend of mine went about 3 days after me and said no wind at summit. typical mountain weather, you'll tag it sooner than later.
Great attempt
Wow 🤩
NOAA does have weather and wind forecasts...
How'd your tent hold up in the wind and which model is it? Looking for a solid 2p tent for a Shasta climb and would appreciate the help 😊
We were using the Nemo Kunai which worked pretty well given its lighter weight. Without the giant boulder we camped behind, it would have been a much rougher night though. I also have the REI Arete which is pretty bomber, but much heavier.
What day did you climb this last may? I tried on May 14 and turned around because of the wind as well
I was there on May 13 and 14th as well! Super fun conditions haha
@@RadishUprooted 😂 once the wind knocked me off my feet below helen lake i told my climbing partner that’s it and we turned around
I came back this past weekend on June 3rd and got it. No wind and the conditions were perfect
Hell yeah, nice redemption! I’ll be back soon myself.
Hey just wondering, what hardshell pants do you usually wear for mountaineering and ski trips like this?
In the PNW, I typically use a rain shell like the OR Foray so I can layer them and vent them as needed.
Hey Dude I met you on South Sister a week ago. If you’re up for hitting more Peaks let me know! Couldn’t find your IG, I know you mentioned you were in the process of creating one lol
Hey Kevin-it was great to meet you on the summit and yeah I’m absolutely down and always looking for more peak bagging partners! And I did finally make an IG @radishuprooted.
@@RadishUprooted awesome Kyle, just sent you a friend request 🙌🏽
When was this hike?
Last week, May 13 + 14 2022