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Tharhawk
Jan-20-2010, 11:14 AM
I went down to Banff National Park, hoping to climb some big mountains on the Columbia Icefields, but weather wasn't good enough there. Instead climbed a few others, an 11k and 9k peak in the Canadian Rockies.

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If you want to read more about the trip. I wrote up a little trip report that you may enjoy that also has a few other photos (link (http://cascadecrusades.org/SkiMountaineering/canada/hector2010/hector2010.htm)).
Swartzy
Jan-20-2010, 11:32 AM
Wonderful series...You are a brave man! The first one belongs in a magazine ad.....a very special shot!
Tharhawk
Jan-20-2010, 11:39 AM
Wonderful series...You are a brave man! The first one belongs in a magazine ad.....a very special shot!

Hopefully it will :wink
Sexy6Chick
Jan-20-2010, 07:40 PM
Wow:clap Fantastic shots! #1 and 2 take my breath away, but they are all just wonderful!
scole
Jan-20-2010, 09:35 PM
Really love the flowing lines you typically have in your photos such as #4-6
redleash
Jan-20-2010, 09:46 PM
Outstanding series! I agree with the magazine idea for #1--it belongs on a cover someplace. I really like the lines and the sunstar, plus the action is just right. Well done!

I'm not a skier but I love mountains and snow, so I thoroughly enjoyed this series--thanks for sharing!

Lauren
chrismoore
Jan-21-2010, 09:27 AM
Great series! #1 is top notch work. congrats.
annnna8888
Jan-25-2010, 12:10 PM
As usual, your photos make me drool. The combination of location, time and light is perfect. I can't really decide which one I like best, maybe #1 for its light and action. I had a look at the link you provided and there are some photos that should be included in this post: they're amazing! :bow

Ana
Marc Muench
Jan-25-2010, 08:23 PM
:thumb:thumb:thumb

Did not read your post but is that Temple Peak in the BG of the 2nd to last?
Tharhawk
Jan-26-2010, 11:30 PM
:thumb:thumb:thumb

Did not read your post but is that Temple Peak in the BG of the 2nd to last?

Actually, I believe those are Haddo and Aberdeen Peaks from Fairview Mountain.

...btw, I'm glad you guys enjoyed.
kdog
Jan-27-2010, 05:49 AM
"Only wimps have horizontal scratches." Ha, so true.

Great report and pictures. :thumb