Hi all, My name is James and I have been checking out this website for a month or two, finding it very informational, this is my first post.
A buddy and myself are planning to do an overnight hike to the summit for the first time this coming weekend, I have done alot of hiking/backpacking, but usually not this late in the season where ice/snow is present. Does anyone have a trail condition update? Also, is it be recommended to have microspikes and/or trekking poles? I have never used the trekking poles so I am not sure if it will help with slick /icy conditions.
