No snow of real significance. We had some trouble route finding as we did not research the route before-hand. Almost climbed Sayers without proper equipment thinking it was La Plata (would've been a huge mistake). Willows are muddy, but not awful. small snowfields that are avoidable above the Willows (no point avoiding them though as they were fairly supportive even at 11). No need for traction, snowshoes or Ice Axe, although the Ice axe could be helpful for a glissade or two. Bring waterproof boots, don't bother with gaiters unless you only have tennis shoes. When climbing up the first false summit after the Willows, avoid the snow as it is unsupportive and completely avoidable. If we hadn't had so much trouble route finding, could've summited in about 2 and a half hours.
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