So, as I eluded to a couple posts ago, my trip to the Northeast was significantly hampered by poor weather and a nearly total lack of ice. However, after a hilariously unsuccessful Presidential Traverse attempt, we were blessed with a uncannily gorgeous day trip up and down Mt. Washington. On a mountain that claims the ‘worst weather in the world’, has 100+ mph winds 1 out of every 4 days during the winter months, and can offer below freezing, total whiteout conditions in August; days like we had are truly a handful a year. I’ve been on top of Washington 7 times, 5 in the summer and 2 in the winter, and this was by far the best summit conditions I’ve ever seen. With summit temperatures in the 20′s and a standing wind around 15mph, also known as picnic weather on Washington, it was little more than a steep, snowy hike. When climbing Washington in the Winter, you have to be prepared for hurricane force winds and arctic temperature regardless of the forecast; and you can’t help feeling somewhat robbed when you carry all of necessary outerwear and then get such a beautiful day. But it’s great for photos, enjoy!
See, just like I promised in the other post! Short on words. Crap. I’m typing again, aren’t I? Well, it’s for good cause. I’ve been using the click-through image gallery format for a while, but I’m not entirely satisfied with it. So I’m going to use the tried and true method of just posting them all and letting you scroll through. I would love to get feed back in the comments about how you all prefer to view the images. Thanks! Here they are. For real this time!
I like the scrolling action; but I already told you that. I also like the fixtures – looks like a sick day on top!
Nice pics Ben. I especially like your model. I think the click through gives your blog a sharp and concise appearance, which seems more professional… provided that people know how to use it.