Posts Tagged ‘Ice Climbing’
Asolo & Clif Bar are back!
We are so excited to welcome back Asolo and Clif Bar to the 2016 Mount Washington Ice Fest! Asolo is bringing back their Eiger GV Alpine boot this year! The Eiger won the Rock and Ice B.I.G. award (Best in gear, which isn’t always given each year). The Eiger is waterproof, breathable, lightweight, offers good…
Read more...New: The Kitchen Eatery & Catering!
Wondering how you’ll stay fueled during Ice Fest? We’ve got you coved with The Kitchen Eatery & Catering. We know a delicious and nutritious meal is crucial after a day out in the elements. The Kitchen Food truck will be serving hot food right outside IME during après hour and vending during the evening shows at Theater…
Read more...Liberty Mountain & Grivel Demo Gear!
Welcome back Liberty Mountain! Liberty Mountain is the one-stop-shop with everything for the outdoors. They will be sending a demo huge fleet of Grivel vertical ice tools and crampons for climbers to try out during The Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest. Here is the inside scoop on what you can try before you buy. Choose from two top of the…
Read more...The Matt’s Are BACK!
Hey Folks! We are so psyched and honored to announce that Matt McCormick and Matt Ritter are back to guide at the Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest! Below you can find out a lil’ background on each of them, and what they will be guiding. Matt McCormick: Matt McCormick is an Outdoor Research & La Sportiva Athlete…
Read more...Welcome Back Sterling Rope!
We are so excited to welcome back Sterling Rope this year! They are so consistent with their quality of products year after year. They also are coming back with a fresh new look and new logo. We love it! Sterling Rope is the leading manufacturer of life safety rope, cord, and hardware. Made right here…
Read more...Great Deals, Clinic Highlights, & FREE Demos!
Winter is here! The recent rains helped the ice grow bigger and Tuesday night we received 6 inches of fresh snow! We are another week closer to the Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest, and courses are filling up! We wanted to highlight a few great clinics and deals for you below! We are offering 10%…
Read more...Welcome Back Patagonia and Anne Gilbert!
Good Morning! Today we are psyched to welcome back Patagonia! They will be sending Patagonia Alpine Climbing Ambassador Anne Gilbert Chase! She has climbed around the world including routes in Patagonia, France, Spain, Alaska and Canada. Her impressive climbing resume includes a free ascent of Jaded Lady (IV 5.12a) on Mount Hooker in the Wind River Range of Wyoming…
Read more...NEW To Ice Fest: Arc’teryx!
We are psyched to have Arc’teryx on board this year! They seek to create the finest product possible. With unrivaled designs and the highest performing materials, Arc’teryx products are made to last! This year, they will be featuring the Procline Comp jacket. It is the perfect shell for Ice Climbing and also a great option for back country skiing, where you want…
Read more...Guest Guides Spotlight!
We are very excited to welcome two of our guest guides to Ice Fest, Marc Chauvin and Nick Aiello. Marc is an IFMGA certified guide, which the highest level of recognition in guiding and we are so psyched to have him! He is also a wilderness First Responder and AIARE Level III Avalanche Certified. Marc has…
Read more...10% Off Friday’s Ice Climbing 101!
We are now offering 10% off Friday‘s Ice Climbing 101 clinic, so sign up quick because space is limited! Ice Climbing 101 is specifically designed for those who have never tied into a climbing rope before, and would love to give ice climbing a try. You’ll learn the safety basics of the climbing system, how to belay, how to…
Read more...Steep Ice Climbing Clinics With The Best Guides!
Need to work on your Steep Ice Climbing Technique? Great news! We have put together a series of Steep Ice Clinics with an incredible line-up of Guides. If your comfortable on Grade 3 ice, it’s time to move on to the steep stuff. Learn how to move smoothly, without getting pumped! Vertical ice takes on many…
Read more...Cecilia Buil Guiding At Ice Fest!
We have some amazing news this morning! Hyperlite Mountain Gear is flying over internationally acclaimed ice/rock/alpine climber Cecilia Buil to guide at the Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest! She has been a guide since 2005 and has been ice climbing passionately for the past 16 years throughout Europe, Asia, the US and more. She is…
Read more...Mammut Returns!
The unveiling of sponsors continues! We are psyched to announce that Mammut will be back for Ice Fest 2016! Based in the heart of the Swiss Alps, Mammut designs and builds some of the best alpine climbing gear available. From ropes and hardgoods to footwear and clothing systems. If it’s necessary for the vertical world, this company makes it. Check…
Read more...Welcome Back Julbo
Julbo will be back at Ice Fest for 2016 with their impressive lineup of goggles and sunglasses. Outstanding sunglasses, expertise and innovative technologies are what Julbo does best. Protective eyewear is essential when mountaineering and ice climbing and no company has you better covered than Julbo. Have you seen the Aerospace googles? The first goggle you can wear whether…
Read more...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! It is our favorite place to stay! Located on River Road in North Conway, it’s just a short walk from downtown, and is the perfect place to stay to enjoy winter activities! The owners,…
Read more...Welcome Back Karsten Delap!
Welcome Back Karsten Delap! Karsten is an athlete for Ibex, La Sportiva, and Julbo. Originally from the flat lands of Indiana, Karsten has found his obsession in the mountains. He has climbed extensively throughout the United States including Grade V big walls in The Black Canyon, Long’s Peak, and Zion National Park. Karsten’s experience outside of…
Read more...Outdoor Research & Emilie Drinkwater!
This morning, we are psyched to welcome back our headlining sponsor, Outdoor Research! At Outdoor Research, they believe that life gets better the minute you step out the door on a new adventure, no matter how big or small. Outdoor Research is built on the idea that life is an adventure, and the best gear makes it…
Read more...Don’t Miss the AAC Silent Auction!
Don’t Miss the AAC Silent Auction! We’re thrilled to announce the American Alpine Club Silent Auction happening at Ice Fest on Friday Night February 5th. All proceeds will go towards funding the AAC’s Live your Dream Grant. The MWV Ice Fest is partnering with the American Alpine Club to support northeastern climbers through the LIVE YOUR DREAM Grant. Here at the Ice Fest we’re always…
Read more...IMCS Guides Spotlight!
This morning we would like to welcome back a couple of our talented IMCS Guides! Welcome back Max Lurie and Conrad Yager. Max first got a taste of climbing as a teenager with Outward Bound in Vedauwoo, Wyoming. That was it! He was hooked. Max’s passion for ice, mixed and alpine climbing has taken him on expeditions to destinations like Alaska, Iceland and…
Read more...Welcome Back Hyperlite!
Welcome Back Hyperlite! Go faster, further, higher and have a lot more fun with Hyperlite Mountain Gear’s line of ultralight backpacks. Hyperlite created the lightest, most streamlined pack imaginable for technical ice and alpine climbers. Jeff Jackson of Rock & Ice Magazine said, ” The Ice Pack is still my choice for any adventure where…
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