Distance

1.3 mi to summit

2.7 mi total

Elevation

5,377 ft start

7,309 ft max

Vertical

1,923 ft gain

Time

1 hr 48 min to summit

8 hr 46 min total

Mountaineers climb with the AFCT SIG. Worked amazingly well, despite the large group size of 9. Beautiful day.

Route name

South Arete

Obstacles

snow on route

Key gear

ice axe, helmet, rope/harness, climbing rack, trekking poles, mountaineering boots