Tupper West Ridge

We've climbed the west ridge a couple of times before but not for several years and never with Ross. On previous occasions we've camped at Hermit Meadows just to get that full mountain experience. This time we started from the road. It did mean we were in for a long day but it sure felt good to be descending the Hermit Trail with light day pack rather than a monstrous overnight bag.

It was a busy place with 5 or 6 other groups on the mountain. Being familiar with the route we were able to sneak around several parties that were using the rope more than we felt the need to. But we did use the rope in two places on the way up: once where the ridge narrows at an awkward down sloping ledge followed by an airy traverse, and then at the 5.6 corner pitch.

A fun trip that left us with sore legs!

A few pics below. Full album here: https://goo.gl/photos/3RULVGWB22XmYBvJ6