Thursday, July 22, 2010

Guiding the Classic Stetind in Northern Norway


The Mighty Stetind!
On July 7th the Sun came out with full force in Northern Norway and I guided 6 clients up the world class Alpine Ridge Climb: South East Ridge of Stetind (Norwegian 4+, US 5.7).  Johanna StÃ¥lnacke worked with me to lead a strong group of 6 from Trondheim up this iconic peak.  Conditions were perfect and we all enjoyed the trip to the fullest.  I have climbed Stetind once before by the more challenging South Pillar Route (Norwegian 6, US IV 5.10) and jumped at the chance to get back on this amazing peak.  Thanks to everyone who climbed Stetind with Northern Alpine Guides!  Enjoy the Pictures:
Johanna soaking up the sunshine and views on the approach.
This is the start of the climbing on the S.E. Ridge of Stetind.  The Route descends a few hundred meters before climbing back up the exposed granite ridge seen here.
"Au Cheval" climbing right from the start.  Classic and Exposed.  Fun.
Climbers gaining the ridge after the 5.7 crux finger traverse.
Roar loving the climbing!
Roar is proud to be Norwegian on top of Norway's National Mountain.
Summit Shot!!!
Beautiful scenery on the hike out to the car parked a stone throw from Tysfjord.
View of Stetind from the Ferry back to Lofoten.
This week I'm back in Lofoten, Rock Guiding the classic routes on the Islands.  I had a blast on Stetind and look forward to guiding it more this summer.  Sign up for guided trip up Stetind.  You won't regret it!

Seth@alpineguides.no

 

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