I really want to do the TMB with my Lone Peak 9s. I hike all over New England USA with them. But the tour company is suggesting I wear true hiking boots. For people who have hiked the TMB in late June, can I follow my instinct to just wear trail shoes?
Will be starting my attempt at doing the tmb starting tomorrow. Any last advice from anyone? And yes I know it’s near impossible this time of year. I have plan B’s and C’s for every high altitude passage so please save me you’re pessimism.
Gear wise I’ll be bringing edelrid snowspikes and a ski mountaineering ice axe.
I know there's a Decathlon nearby which has load of Simond mountaineering equipment. But any shops nearby that sell Lone Peak 9+ or ultralight gear like tents and backpacks?
Doing TMB in early June and need some help. Is there a map with alternative routes to take that stay bellow 2.000 to avoid snow?
Thank you
Hello everyone, so I decided I want to do the TMD but it's already May and I want to start in June. I have a tent, sleeping bag and all the necessary gear.
So my question is: Can I just start walking and pay my camping spot when I get to my destination? Can I do this and also rely entirely in meals from supermarket or refuges? Keep in mind this would be the beginning of June!
I’m planning to hike the Tour du Mont Blanc in the first two weeks of August, bringing my own tent and using official campgrounds, with bivouac or budget hostels as backup if needed (bad weather, full campsites, etc.).
I want to keep the trip as flexible as possible, without having to reserve everything in advance. My question is how realistic this is in peak season: have someone already done it in that period? Is it usually possible to just show up at campsites or call the same day and still find a spot?
Thanks in advance!
I want to ask for help. In February, I was flying my drone near Mont Blanc. Unfortunately, I lost control of it, most probably a prop got loose or something. I got the latest coordinates and expected spot where it crashed. At the time when I was at the location, recovery was not possible due to road closures because of the avalanche. It's a 7 inch, big enough, so it must be possible to find what's left of it after a crash. If someone could please check the location for the rest of the drone and recover it? It must be normally accessible now. Reach out to me if you're around and could help me, and I'll share more details as the exact coordinates and drone photo.
The approximate spot of the crash is around the HOBO Camp https://maps.app.goo.gl/rRxK2kHNJwBWJqQW7?g_st=ac
Hut-to-hut hiking the TMB in June over 10 days. This is my first time doing a multi-day hike and I’m so excited! I’ve been reading packing lists online and this is what I have for mine. I have a feeling it is too much stuff but not sure what to cut… would appreciate everyone’s input
Packing list
Green hiking pants (spray with waterproof stuff?)
Shorts (2)
Tank top (blue)
Hiking shirt (salmon)
Sun shirt
Socks (4)
Underwear (#?)
Sports bras (2)
Clothesline UL
Blue rain jacket
Fleece OR nano puff jacket
Thermal top and bottoms (refuge clothes + layering)
Beanie
Neck buff
Gloves?
Altra trail runners
Flip flops (for refuge/shower)
Backpack (hiking)
Small bag like fanny pack?
Trekking poles - buy in chamonix
Crampons/microspikes - buy in chamonix
Sleeping bag liner
Phone + charger
Adapter
Power bank?
Kindle + charger (download guide book)
AirPods + charger
Coros + charger
Passport
Insurance copy
Booking reservation copies
Card
DL?
Cash
Glasses + case
Contacts
Sunglasses
Water bottle
Water filter?
Headlamp UL
Meds
Snacks
LMNT
Toiletries - lip balm (SPF), sunscreen, toothbrush, toothpaste, body glide, deodorant, razor, Dr bronner, shampoo/conditioner, hairbrush, hair ties
Travel towel UL
Knife - buy in chamonix
Foil blanket
First aid kit (contents?)
Ziploc bags
Spiky foot ball
Packing cubes
Phone holder? Stand?
Makeup - concealer, eyebrow pencil, mascara
Hand sanitizer
Sit pad?
Hi everyone!
My husband and I have everything booked that we need for refuges/huts for our trek, except for the many kilometres between Bonhomme and Rifugio Monte Bianco (about 40km apart). Elisabetta, Combal, Mottets and Mason Vielle/le Randonneur are all booked. Do we have a chance for getting one night at one of them in August? Have you found spots open up closer to? Going to be checking the website daily, but not sure what to do otherwise. Our other option was Robert Blanc - which has availability, but that might be a bit much for us. Open to suggestions (including campsites along the way!). Thank yoU!
Hi everyone, I want to start the hike the 8th of June, I will tike light crampons and all. I wanted to know if you think it os too risky to go without a tent and no reservations. I see right now that there is plenty of room but I want to have freedom of choice when I get there.
Is this a decent idea? Carrying tent etc, got some altra lone peaks. Is it enough stability for early June hiking? Or should I go for a sturdier shoe
We have a rest day planned in Courmayeur on June 26th and wanted to ask the community for any recommendations on sites to see or activities in the area. Open to all suggestions even if requires a short bus trip. Cheese is a big motivator :)
I’m planning to do the TMB over 13 days during the last week of June / first week of July, with at least 3 nights of camping. We’ll need to carry a tent, sleeping bag and sleeping pad/mattress.
For people who already did the TMB with some camping involved:
- What backpack size would you recommend?
- Is 38L enough, or should I look more into 55-65L?
Also regarding the sleeping bag:
For that period of the year, would you recommend a comfort temperature around 0°C or is 5°C enough?
Would love to hear what setup worked well for you and what you would do differently after your trip.
Hey everyone,
We're planning to hike the TMB in late August / early September, which we realized overlaps with UTMB week. We’ll be carrying a tent and aiming to stay mostly at official campsites rather than refuges.
We're trying to keep the trip flexible (not booking everything in advance), but I’m a bit unsure how realistic that is during that specific time.
For those who’ve done it around UTMB, how busy do campsites actually get? Is it generally possible to just show up and find a spot for 3-people tent?
We don’t mind it being lively, but we’d prefer to avoid situations where we’re scrambling for a place to sleep at the end of the day.
Any firsthand experiences or tips would be hugely appreciated!
heading out in the TMB on June 21st, solo camping. I’m looking forward to meeting some new people and taking in the adventure.
Hey guys, want some honest feedback here. I'm looking to book a guided 7 or 9 day TMB trek with a trekking company that runs them every 2 weeks. I came across Watse which seems to have pretty reasonable prices (between 1000 to 1600 euros). Do you guys think I should go ahead and book. This is all stemming from watching youtube videos about TMB this past week and now feel quite motivated to go ahead with this plan.
I'm hiking the TMB this July and am looking for a good tent. My main choice right now is the REI Half Dome 2 Plus, but I'm not sure if I should try to go lighter for the trip. Any tips and recommendations are greatly appreciated.
Hi i have 90% booked my TMB for late July and have a hut/hotel at each stage other than La Fouly.
My plan is
There is no availability on the central booking site which I am checking daily, how likely is there to be a cancellation in one of these options?
There is also v minimal availability in Praz de Fort and Orsières, i have found 2 potential options but not sure how practical they are but also conscious i would rather get a back up booked in. Does anyone have any ideas about these 2 places if they are convenient to get a bus to and from for the next day to continue the TMB?
Is there a ticket counter at flegere to purchase a one way ticket down? or do I need to pre-purchase a roundtrip ticket from their website?
You can’t seem to buy one way tickets online.
Thanks in advance!