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Declan Craig |
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IMC does Heavy Water |
29 Sep 2009 22:50
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HI Guys,
just a heads up that a gang of us are returning again to Norway for ice climbing this winter. We'll be in Rjukan from Feb 12th until Feb 21st. So far we've got 8 on board but will be great to have more along on the trip. This year once again we've taken a couple of cabins in the Rjukan Hytteby (www.rjukan-hytteby.no) these cabins are comfortable and ideally located in the valley. They book out pretty quickly so a good idea to book early if you can. Other alternatives are the excellent hostel Rjukan Gjestgard (www.rgg.no) the apartments at Vemork (www.rjukan.co.uk) or the cabins at Rjukan Hytte og Caravanpark (www.rjukanhytte.com)
Again this year we're flying with Ryanair to Torp so a car hire is necessary, its about 3 hours to Rjukan from Torp depending on road conditions and of course you'll need the car to get around the climbing areas,however, split among a group of 4 or so the costs are not too bad.
The guide book for the area is the excellent Heavy Water from Rockfax and is available in Great Outdoors and Waterstones. Plenty of the climbing can be done on Top rope for those new to ice climbing. Terry, Conor D or myself will be happy to have a chat with anybody who would like to come along and we'll provide what advice we can but be prepared to be self sufficient as it's a bit bloomin' cold to be a group activity :-)
Hope to have a bit more Paddy Whackery on the ice with ye
Dec
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mountaindeluxe |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
30 Sep 2009 10:38
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message edited by mountaindeluxe (30 Sep 2009 20:06)
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dmadden |
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partner for IMC Rjukan |
02 Oct 2009 10:42
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Hi looking at the possibility of Rjukan anyone else looking to partner up? Happy doing toproping or easy leading WI 3/4. Got rack,ropes etc
any takers let me know,
rgds,
Dave
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Declan Craig |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
18 Oct 2009 19:32
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Hi All,
good to see that a few more members have decided to join the fun in Rjukan next Feb. if you want to keep an eye on conditions as they develop check out
http://www.iceclimbrjukan.com/index.php?action=page&article=808472387&node=817
Looks like a good season could be on the cards
Regards
Dec
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dmadden |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
21 Oct 2009 13:17
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Ok, at the risk of starting a second "meet" ..Dave Trunk and I will be flying out on the 19th Feb and back on the 26th. We can't make it any earlier due to other committments. If anyone else wants to join us /share accomodation let me know....
best regards,
Dave
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edwige |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
21 Oct 2009 18:00
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I booked my flight from the 12th 21th, hiha
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Declan Craig |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
09 Dec 2009 20:39
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Hi Rjukanites,
check this out
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd8bHA53wko&feature=related
and ask Santa for more axes   
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Declan Craig |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water (latest conditions) |
14 Dec 2009 18:24
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And the conditions there are getting better and better
http://www.northernalpine.com/index.php?action=page&article=1356377523&node=364
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Jane B |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
18 Dec 2009 13:28
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Those conditions look very tempting. Anyone out there fancy going the same week as the two Dave's ie 19th Feb ?
Flights are on sale at the moment
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gwyneth |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
28 Dec 2009 21:01
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Hi,
Came across your website by chance,
6 of us from North Wales are out there from 19 feb for 10 days, Not been to Norway before so looking forward to some desent ice,
Did you hire snow chains last time? if you have any other info, will be much apprecitaded,
Gwyneth,
PS £10 a pint of beer, 
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aj mcdonagh |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
28 Dec 2009 21:17
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Terry or Declan will probably answer this one.. But no snow chains used last year.. Buy a bottle of whiskey in Duty Free.. 
For conditions follow link
http://www.iceclimbrjukan.com/
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Declan Craig |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
28 Dec 2009 22:41
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Hi Gwyneth,
hire cars don't come equipped with snow chains but you can buy your own, they are not very expensive. Tyres are winterised so you'll almost always get away without chains, however they make it a bit easier in places like getting up to Krokan and Ossimosis plus if you want to go up to the ski centre. Not sure if you flying to Torp but DON't follow the Rockfax guidebook directions to Rjukan, they take you over a horrid high mountain route in the snow and ice. Best route from Torp or Oslo is motorway to Drammen, then A road to Kongsborg/Nottoden/Rjukan. If you want any other info feel free to email me direct ei6fr@gofree.indigo.ie
Any yes plan on lots of climbing but very little drinking 
Regards
Declan
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gwyneth |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
29 Dec 2009 21:05
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Thanks Declan,
Havent got road maps yet, have you booked your car hire yet, best ive found is Hertz or car hire .com,
Been told that because the routes are so Long, we wont get back in time for the beer,  will have to climb faster, thanks for your help, will prob have more questions for you next week,
Hope you all have a happy new year, we will be seeing it in on top of Snowdon, with a glass of something,
Gwyneth.
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cearbhalld |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
07 Jan 2010 18:21
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Thinking of heading to Rjukan with Steve McEvoy for a week at some stage between Feb 13-26. Flexible on exact dates and duration. Is anybody interested in sharing a Car and Accomodation?
Cearbhall
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DonalO |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
12 Feb 2010 20:36
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These technique tips are too late for the gang that are already gone ... http://www.britishpathe.com/record.php?id=10757
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There are old climbers and there are bold climbers but no old bold climbers ...
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edwige_Guest |
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rukan thanks to all |
23 Feb 2010 00:16
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I'm just back from norway. I just wanted to say a quick thank you to all the people who gave me advice in preparing for the trip, the people who lend me gear. And naturrally everybody who was with me in Rukan. I had a really good time.
I also wanted to writte a little something for people like me who have diificulty de deal with the cold, but i think it s a bit pointless. You can be as prepared as you can, when temperature drop to around -10 or 12, it s hard. I got really lucky than during most of the week it was around -2 or 5, really nice temperature for ice climbing.
Rukan look amaizing the higher goerge are really picturesque. The climbing area are really easy to access. As for the climbs, and the quality of the ice i can t really say, as it was my first time ice climbing. I really enjoyed for sure.
See you all
Edwige
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edwige |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
23 Feb 2010 00:19
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Sorry my latest message is full of spelling mistake. I do t seem to be able to edit my message.
edwige
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
25 Feb 2010 13:51
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Sounds like a great trip, and I hope a good time was had by all! So, to everybody who was there, why not share your experiences with the rest of the club and write a little article for the website about the trip? No joycean skills needed, write it whatever way you want: facts 'n' figures, an epic route, the crack that was had, a set of pics with a few words, whatever. Send your stuff to me ( webmaster-AT-irishmountaineeringclub-DOT-org ) and I'll put your name up in lights.
Tony.
message edited by webmaster (25 Feb 2010 13:52)
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gwyneth |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
05 Mar 2010 22:14
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Hi.
Eight of us had a good 10 days ice climbing,the best id climbed for a long time,might have something to do with the conditions,
Met up with 2 of your members, The Two Ronnies who were good lads with a sense of humour, 
Dastardly and Muttley,x
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dmadden |
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Re: IMC does Heavy Water |
08 Mar 2010 14:04
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Hi Gwyneth,
was good meeting you too. Glad you enjoyed the trip, certainly a fun bunch you had there...just as well we couldn't afford any more beer.. If you ever need any info on climbing in Ireland just drop us a line. (dave@davemadden.com) ..
rgds,
the two Ronnies aka Dave Madden/Dave Trunk
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