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Gimpilator
infinity/21M
Joined: 12 Oct 2006
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Location: Edmonds, WA |
Coming back from mainland Europe I had one day in Iceland so I decided to do a few peaks. The first one, Kirkjufell (1519 feet), is located on the north side of the Snæfell peninsula. I climbed to just below 1000 feet, being cautious of the strong winds and light snow. Above the third major cliff band, route finding was difficult on thin down-sloping ledges of wet grass. It sort of reminded me of the ledge crossing on the south side of Sloan Peak back at home, except above each narrow ledge I came to another. Exposure and a lack of time enabled me to make the decision to turn around.
 Kirkjufell East Face  My Route On The South Ridge  Kirkjufell Falls  Kirkjufell Falls And Mountain  Kirkjufell Falls And Mountain  High On Kirkjufell  Near 1000 Feet On Kirkjufell  Near 1000 Feet On Kirkjufell  Exposed Ledges  The Beach  Shells  From The Depths  From The Depths  The Beach  The North Peak Of Akrafjall Seen From My Starting Point  West Ridge And False Summit  The Town Of Akranes Below The False Summit  Ledges On The North Face  The Summit  Overlooking The East Ridge
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Bryan K
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Bryan K
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 Sun Apr 29, 2012 11:54 am |
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Very cool my friend!!! Can't wait to hear more about it on Tuesday!!
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Redwic
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Redwic
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Sun Apr 29, 2012 2:14 pm |
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Great trip, Adam! Nice photos! I love the terrain!
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60 pounds lighter but not 60 points brighter.
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seawallrunner
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Joined: 27 Apr 2005
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Location: Lotusland |
beautiful country, gorgeous photos.
The mountain is a striking feature, it's near Grundafjordur, isn't it? The meadowy valleys nearby are verdant during the summer, quite striking in the setting light.
How did you get there from Keflavik? Did you rent a car and just drive up? Snaefell peninsula is a few hours' drive on its own...
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GaliWalker
Have camera will use
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GaliWalker
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Sun Apr 29, 2012 7:49 pm |
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| Gimpilator wrote: | Kirkjufell Falls And Mountain |
Very cool report (no, not icy cool)! This photo is especially nice.
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Slim
This space for rent
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Slim
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Sun Apr 29, 2012 8:54 pm |
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That's a really nice shot.
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beaudaddy
Coast To Cascades
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beaudaddy
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Sun Apr 29, 2012 11:26 pm |
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| Gimpilator wrote: | Kirkjufell Falls And Mountain |
DUDE!!! 
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Gimpilator
infinity/21M
Joined: 12 Oct 2006
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Location: Edmonds, WA |
Thanks everyone!
| seawallrunner wrote: | | The mountain is a striking feature, it's near Grundafjordur, isn't it?
How did you get there from Keflavik? Did you rent a car and just drive up? Snaefell peninsula is a few hours' drive on its own... |
You sure know your way around this part of the island. It is the peak right next to Grundarfjörður. May I ask when you were there?
I did rent a car which was surprisingly cheap compared to the cost of things like lodging and food. Most people do the "Golden Circle" by bus but I wanted to see more mountains and Snaefell Peninsula seemed like a good place for that.
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Redwic
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Redwic
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Mon Apr 30, 2012 9:40 am |
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By the way... What is that weird-looking fish?
It looks like something straight out of a H.P. Lovecraft novel! 
60 pounds lighter but not 60 points brighter.
60 pounds lighter but not 60 points brighter.
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seawallrunner
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| Gimpilator wrote: | | You sure know your way around this part of the island. It is the peak right next to Grundarfjörður. May I ask when you were there? |
I was there from mid-July 2010 to mid-August 2010. I spent a day in Iceland, then left for two weeks in Greenland (west coast) then returned to Reykjavik, rented a car and drove around the island, avoiding the Ring Road as much as possible. What a great great country!!
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puzzlr
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puzzlr
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Mon Apr 30, 2012 11:50 pm |
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Very cool pictures. I admire your ability to make so much of one day. And where are all those weird characters hiding on the keyboard?
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EastKing
Surfing and Hiking
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EastKing
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Tue May 01, 2012 12:31 am |
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Awesome!!! 
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silly_traveler
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Joined: 04 Jun 2006
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| Gimpilator wrote: | Kirkjufell Falls And Mountain |
I like this one also, lovely!
♫ You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. And you're the one who will decide where you'll go. Oh the places you'll go. - Dr. Seuss
♫ You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. And you're the one who will decide where you'll go. Oh the places you'll go. - Dr. Seuss
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