I am a pretty good hiker and have done many hikes and camping trips in the wilderness in all seasons in the United States. I was planing to to a solo hiking trip for a few days in the French Alps. Anyone suggest any good gear besides from the basic winter camping gear? Any other [...]

Is there a chance there won’t be any snow? I have all the winter gear I need I just want to know if an ice axe and crampons are always needed during that time of the year. I am taking the Mt. Whitney trail.
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