Ice Climbing With Top Guides On Classic Routes

 

Spend a week climbing with top guides on classic routes. The program is called 'Hot Ice' and if you have previous ice climbing experience you're welcome to join us for the 2012 session.

 

Tirol has got best ice-climbing with reliable conditions, lots of areas and routes offering a complete range of difficulty and challenge. With a 1:2 instructor ratio we can expect to meet the objectives of most climbers.

 

Date
13.-15. Januar 2012

Price

€ 398 includes instruction . Accommodation, local transfers and meals are not included but easy to arrange.

Difficulty & Prerequisites

Ice climbing can be a strenuous activity even though our coaching will emphasize development of technique to reduce the need for brute strength. The climbing will be tailored towards your ability and strength as much as possible. A high level of fitness will contribute to enjoyment and achievement. 'Hot Ice' is suitable for climbers with previous ice-climbing experience and a strong desire for adventure.

"Hot Ice" Agenda

This program is totally practical; there are no formal evening sessions. Climbs are selected day by day to best suit participant’s abilities and objectives.

Day 1: Meet at 9.00am, check gear, discuss options then head out climbing for the day!

Day 2 - 3: Climbing to the max, the only limit your energy!

Meeting Time and Place

9 a.m. nearby the information in längenfeld.

Instructors & Group Size

Enthusiastic and extremely talented, your instructors hold climbing certification from the international Association of Mountain Guides. Your safety and enjoyment are paramount to them. There will be a maximum of 4 participants.

Accommodation
These are your responsibility. There are lots of options available including campgrounds, hotels or pensions.

We can organize the right accomodation for you! Just let us know!

 

Equipment List

• Boots, mountaineering boots

• Daypack (large enough for spare clothing, your lunch & climbing gear e.g. rope & crampons)

• Crampons* (must fit your boots or be easily adjustable)

• Climbing Harness*

• Climbing Helmet*

• Ice Tools (2)*

• Belay Device/Descender*

*We can loan you these but you must advise us in advance that you need them.

• Sunglasses

• Thermos flask and/or water bottle (full!)

• Sun cream

• Pocket knife

Clothing List

There can be prolonged periods of inactivity in very cold temperatures. Don't be afraid to bring too much! We suggest bringing light clothing of varying thicknesses that can be 'layered' to achieve comfort and versatility. The most important consideration for clothing is the ability to regulate temperature as you change from periods of activity to periods of rest. We discourage cotton clothing as it causes rapid heat loss when wet.

We suggest you bring:

• Long underwear (top & bottom), polypro, wool or fleece

• Warm pants (pref. insulated or fleece)

• Warm shirt (not cotton)

• Sweater (medium or lightweight)

• Fleece Jacket (heavyweight)

• Insulated jacket or vest

• Waterproof jacket with hood (Gore-Tex or nylon)

• Waterproof pants (Gore-Tex or nylon)

• 2 sets Socks (wool outer & polypro liner)

• Wool or fleece hat that will cover ears & fit under helmet

• Waterproof climbing gloves &/or mitts plus spares

• Knee-length Gaiters

• Neck tube

 

 

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