Posts Tagged ‘Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest’
2016 MWV Ice Fest Trucker Caps Are In!
Hey Ice Festers! Fun news! More Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest hats are in with a limited quantity of the classic NH hunters orange! You’ll have to get there early to grab one of those puppies! Or perhaps the grey and blue trucker cap your style, to each their own!
Read more...Welcome Back DMM!
We are stoked to welcome back DMM and their athletes Nick Bullock & Sam Bendroth! Climb Now work later? We can get on board with that! Nick Bullock is a driven man and nowhere is that commitment more apparent than when he is running it out on techy mixed ground in the mountains. Don’t miss his slideshow,…
Read more...Welcome Back Peter Doucette!
This morning we would like to extend a big warm welcome back to Outdoor Research Ambassador Peter Doucette. An alpinist at heart, Peter Doucette is a passionate climber and IFMGA guide based in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. He practices his art year round, but is especially inspired by steep ice and wild mixed climbing…
Read more...Welcome Trango Athlete Erik Eisele!
We are excited to welcome Trango athlete Erik Eisele! Looking for a new pair of ice tools? Be sure to demo the Trango Raptor, a top of the line ice and mixed climbing tool available at ice fest. The big treat is that Trango Athlete Erik Eisele will be back for another Ice Fest! He is a freelance…
Read more...Announcing Jewell Lund and Chantel Astorga!
We hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving and we are back with some very exciting news! Announcing Jewell Lund and Chantel Astorga! Outdoor Research Athlete Jewell Lund and Adidas Athlete Chantel Astorga will be the featured presentation on Saturday Night! These talented ladies recently became the first all female team to climb the storied Denali Diamond (Alaska Grade 6, 5.9 A3/M6…
Read more...Don’t Miss DRY ICE Tools!
Don’t Miss DRY ICE Tools at this year’s Ice Fest! This is your chance to take your training to the next level. Trying to get fit for ice climbing, but don’t have time to get into the mountains? DRY ICE Tools simulate the movement and body positioning of ice and mixed climbing without having to leave…
Read more...Scarpa is Back!
Welcome back Scarpa! Got cold feet about ice climbing? Or perhaps you’re looking for the latest in technical winter footwear? Let the folks at Scarpa help you out this Ice Fest: this year the Italian bookmaker is back and bringing its new, updated demo fleet. Try out a pair of Scarpa’s trusty Phantom Guides, a…
Read more...New to Ice Fest: Trango!
New to Ice Fest 2016 is Trango! At Trango, every product fills a specific need in the quiver of the modern climber. That’s why you can always count on Trango gear to deliver something extra! Speaking of something extra! New to the Ice Fest demo fleet will be Raptor Ice Tool. Be sure to check out this top of…
Read more...Welcome Back Ian Osteyee with C.A.M.P!
We are excited to welcome back Ian Osteyee with C.A.M.P! In short, C.A.M.P. stands for history, innovation, quality and absolute dedication to the mountain lifestyle. They make the lightest peice of gear in nearly every category they sell, so be sure to check out their demo table at Ice Fest and take advatage of all the weight…
Read more...Special Deals With North Conway Lodging!
North Conway Lodging is back with special deals on lodging! All guests attending the 2016 Mount Washington Valley ICE FEST can receive 20% off their stay February 5-7th with www.NorthConwayLodging.com. Just call 1.800.862.1600 for reservations. Choose from the Historic Eastern Slope Inn Resort in North Conway Village, Attitash Mountain Village Hotel and Suites at the base…
Read more...Best Of The Best: Petzl Is Back!
Hey folks! A quick welcome back and shout out to Petzl! This company is always the first to say “yes” count us in! And we love that about them for a few reasons of course. They see the importance of the event for the climbing community in the Northeast and also how important it is…
Read more...Evening Events Reminder!
Friday & Saturday evening events reminder folks! Sarah Hueniken is a hot ticket these days getting 2nd in the Women’s Division at Ouray, climbing Niagra Falls, and for just being an all round crankster! Jonathan Griffith is an exceptional alpinist and a professional photographer documenting his adventure with other where many only dream of going!…
Read more...Official 2015 MWV Ice Fest Schedule!
Here you go folks! A big schedule for the whole Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest weekend! DOWNLOAD THE ICE FEST SCHEDULE! CLICK HERE: http://tinyurl.com/lg28h6g Check out all the events from the demos, clinics, evening shows, Apres Hour at IME, Gusto’s Food Truck, Coffee from Frontside Grind, Bagels from Bagels Plus and MORE! And share with…
Read more...A Post For The Clinics! The Clinic Crew!
For all those who are signed up for clinics, this blog post is for YOU! The Clinic Crew! There are a final few reminders to Ice Fest attendees as we go into the one week countdown. We are really excited about all the folks who are coming to the 22nd annual Mount Washington Valley Ice Festival! Here…
Read more...Climbers Helping Climbers At Ice Fest!
Last year IMCS Guide Sam Bandroth asked if we could host a Blood Cancer Drive at the Ice Fest in hopes of trying to help his father, David Bendroth who was battling blood disease and seeking a matching donor to have a bone marrow transplant. This year we want to keep the drive going in…
Read more...Clinics Are Filling Up!
Good Morning Ice Festers! Fresh snow has brought us some fantastic skiing, but we are also super excited because Ice Fest is just around the corner. Clinics are filling up fast! Saturday is full, but you can still get your fix Friday or Sunday. If you haven’t locked in your reservation for a clinic yet, now is the time. Be sure to…
Read more...Sterling Rope & Recycling Initiative!
We are so excited to welcome back Sterling Rope Company! Sterling Rope will be sending a bunch of awesome swag including Photons, Hollowblocks, AND an Evolution Helix! The Evolution Helix is Small but mighty! This lightweight, durable 9.5 is ideal for high-end sport, trad and mixed climbing. The Fusion Photon is dual certified to half and twin this rope offers multiple benefits…
Read more...Gusto’s Food Truck!
Get psyched for some tasty treats because this year, Gusto’s Food Truck will be coming to Ice Fest! Check out their mouthwatering menu right outside IME after a day of climbing. Talk about service! It’s the drive through window that comes to you! They will also be at evening events at Theater in the Wood, so you have the option…
Read more...Eric McCallister Photography Coming To Ice Fest, & MORE!
Killer news coming at you folks today! Eric McCallister Photography will be coming to Ice Fest! YES! Eric will be there at FRIDAY evenings events with his portrait/photo setup! We can wait to see how he approaches photographing all you ice climbers on FRIDAY evening of Ice Fest at Theater In The Wood! Eric is…
Read more...Skratch Labs Are Back!
This morning we would like to welcome back Skratch Labs! They are on a mission to provide people with the inspiration, life skills, and products to take better care of themselves and their families. Skratch Labs make hydration and food products that taste great, are made from real all-natural ingredients, and that are designed to optimize performance and…
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