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thomas.jerald
Apr 10, 2009, 3:13 AM
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So I am kinda interested in ice climbing. So I got a few questions hoping that you guys will help me out. First I just want to state that I live in North-central Minnesota, and if you have lived here for pretty much all your life you grow thick skin, but there are still 3-4 months that are just plain unclimbable. Hence my interest in ice climbing. First off, how much does it cost for a basic set up. Next, is it anything like rock climbing? And last, any pointers if I do decide to pick it up? No, I have not done much research, maybe you can point me in the right way?, but i was just hoping to get some basic info from real climbers before I really got surfing the net, you know? Anyways, thanks.
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chossmonkey
Apr 10, 2009, 6:14 PM
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Where in MN? Or rather where do you climb when it isn't cold?
This is actually a question better asked in alpine and ice.
Ice climbing is expensive. If you get your own boots then you can borrow your buddy's pons and tools to get out TRing.
You can probably find used gear to start out with. Buying new would be around $300-$500 for boots, $180 for crampons and $300-$600 for a set of tools. Not to mention the outer wear and also the extra gear you would need if you want to lead.
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warthog
Apr 29, 2009, 12:00 AM
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check out one of the ice fests in the area. Sandstone Minn has one usually in Dec. and Munising Mich in Feb. Lots of friendly people, demo gear, clinics, beginner and advanced classes and a look at what the sport is about. I'm no expert but like in rock climbing think feet for support, hands (tools) for balance. After a day of ice rehydrateing is crucial. At Sandstone I recommend Guinness and in Munising they have Edmund Fitzgerald porter.
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granite_grrl
Apr 29, 2009, 1:18 AM
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Checking out an icefest should be a good way to check the activity out.
If you need a full ice kit you better include clothes in that bundle. Softshell and Gortex aren't cheap, though there are cheaper alternatives until you get the cash together for the good stuff.
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