Posts Tagged ‘2014 Ice Fest’
Learn how to Mixed Climb with the Masters!
Odds are, you’ve started hearing more and more about mixed climbing over the last few years. From long alpine routes to short, steep overhanging walls, the limits of this style of climbing are getting pushed further and further all the time. If you have ever thought about giving mixed climbing a try, we are offering…
Read more...New Clinic for the New Year!
Happy New Year Ice Festers! Our gift to you this New Year’s Day is a brand spanking new clinic! CAMP and Cassin present Climbing on THIN Ice with Guest Guides Ian Osteyee and Ryan Stefiuk! Are you bored with always climbing fat ice? Want to make sure you can handle it when things get a…
Read more...Welcome Back Sterling Rope!
For many folks around here, Sterling Ropes are THE ropes to climb on. They handle amazingly well, are incredibly compact, and for major bonus points, they are located right here in New England! All their research and development, all their manufacturing, it happens just next door in Biddeford Maine. We love that Sterling is a…
Read more...Welcome Back Scarpa!
Merry Christmas Eve everybody! We hope this post finds you well. Today we’re here to welcome Scarpa back for 2014! We’re psyched to have their support and to give them a little love today. Scarpa has been around since 1938 where they started as a small family business based in Northern Italy. Since then they’ve…
Read more...BARRY BLANCHARD: Guest Presenter & Guest Guide!
Barry Blanchard is the man! He is known world wide as the modern father of Canadian alpine mountaineering and hard ice climbs, and he is coming to the 2014 Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest! We couldn’t be more excited! He is a Patagonia, Black Diamond & Julbo athlete. Over the past 30 years, Barry has…
Read more...FREE Clif Bars at Ice Fest!!!
What’s your snack of choice for a big day out at the crag? Clif Bars are a staple for many outdoorsy folk, and for good reason! They are made with whole, organic ingredients, and without the nasty stuff, like high fructose corn syrup. They also pack tons of energy! The folks at Clif Bar know…
Read more...American Alpine Club; 2014 Ice Fest Beneficiary!
Good Morning Folks! We’re pleased to announce today that the American Alpine Club Northeast Region will be our official beneficiary again this year! We’ll be fundraising to help fund the 2014 Northeast Live Your Dream Grant! This is the grant that is for everyone: climbers of all experience levels, and disciplines, pursuing their climbing dreams.…
Read more...We Love the Nereledge Inn!
Need a place to stay for Ice Fest? If you’ve never checked out the Nereledge Inn, move it to the top of the list! This spot is in the center of the action! You can walk out the door and be at IME (or the bar) in about four minutes. We also love how cozy…
Read more...10% off Friday and Sunday clinic holiday special
Are you looking for that perfect holiday gift? We have just the thing! Book a single day climbing clinic and recieve 10% off. Valid for Friday and Sunday clinics only. Special valid 12/17 through 12/31. Call the climbing school at 603- 356-7064 to book your holiday special today!! Ho Ho Ho …Happy Holidays from the…
Read more...Welcoming Hyperlite Mountain Gear!
Good Morning Ice Festers! We hope you got out and sent something big over the weekend! Things are developing nicely in the good ole MWV! Today we’re here to welcome Hyperlite Mountain Gear back to the table! They’re super psyched to support Ice Fest again this year and we’re happy to have them! HMG…
Read more...Petzl’s Lim’Ice Brings Dull Screws Back To Life
Dull screws, we’ve all had them; but no more with the Petzl Lim’Ice Screw Sharpener. Sharp screws can be a game changer, just ask anyone who’s pumped out trying to place a dull screw far above their last dull screw! With this new tool, you’ll never have to worry about pumping out placing your screws…
Read more...New Designs. Same Great Company. Outdoor Research!
Remember a couple of weeks ago when we told you that Outdoor Research is Headlining Sponsor again this year!? Well, we weren’t lying and we are so psyched! They have redesigned practically the entire demo fleet for you this year and it’s all in the name of adventure! You may remember last year when we…
Read more...La Sportiva’s Back, and They’re Brining Something New for 2014!
Good morning, folks! Today we’re super psyched to announce that La Sportiva is back on board again for 2014’s Mount Washington Valley Ice Festival! We love Sportiva boots for their fit and durability. They’ll keep you warm on the coldest of days and still perform to your high standards. This year they’re adding a twist…
Read more...Welcome Back LOWA!
Top of the morning, Ice Festers! We hope this Monday finds you psyched! Today we bring news that LOWA will be returning to Ice Fest again this year! They’ve been making boots for over 90 years, so you can bet they know what they’re doing when it comes to versatility and keeping your feet warm…
Read more...Welcome Headlining Sponsor – Outdoor Research!
Good morning Ice festers! Snow has started falling here in the Mount Washington Valley and The Black Dike on Cannon has been climbed. What better time than now to announce our returning Headlining Sponsor: Outdoor Research! They’ve been a long time supporter of Ice Fest and we’re psyched to give them a little love! Their…
Read more...Ready To Kick It! 2014 MWV Ice Fest!
Howdy folks! Cold temps are kicking in, the first ascent (for this upcoming season) has been done, and Mount Washington is slowly becoming a snow capped beauty once again. Thus, we are full steam ahead putting together another killer Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest! Last year, it was the 20th Ice Fest. So what does…
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