I believe he died after falling a 2nd time, after he nearly climbed back to the top, although idk if new and different information about the situation has been released since I found out. I didn't know him very well but he and my friend were both great friends, so we've all been on a couple climbs together, he was a super funny and genuine guy, that day was a tragedy. Dude was so awesome that he climbed most of the way back up the extremely steep south face of the Crater without the ice tools necessary, he fought til the bitter end.
I've done it over a dozen times, I would say it hardly at all compares to Si. 2x as much elevation gain, 50% more mileage, crampons and ice axe are a necessity, and it is high enough that you will be very affected by the altitude unless you camped at the lunch counter (9400ft) the night before your summit, which means backpacking gear is highly recommended if you dont have it. Views are absolutely stunning up there though, especially at sunrise. If you are in good enough shape and have the gear needed, I highly recommend it. Despite crampons and ice axe being needed, I wouldn't consider it very technical, I would say the only technical experience needed is knowing how to preform a self arrest with an ice axe.
Probably going to go up there with my wife next weekend, weather is looking pretty good. She's hasn't done many climbs this year because her age is catching up to her but I think she'll still be able to do it.
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