I've got a lot of pictures that I am willing to share but I am not sure how to do so on this site's interface. Edit: Pictures now follow the trip report.
Summary: 1)microspikes and hiking poles are recommended -any more (crampons/ax) or less (just spikes or just poles) is less desirable but can be made to work if you are good on your feet
2) start earlier than you think you need to. the snow is compact and more friendly and also afternoon storms are less of an issue (we left trail camp at 330am and all 9 of our people summited safely and returned to camp before a big storm ruined some people's day)
3) the snow is melting off and there are lots of puddles and running water along the entire trail (especially switchbacks). I would expect the switchbacks to have snow for at least 2 more weeks and the trail from trail crest to the summit to have some snowy parts for maybe 3 or 4 more weeks.
email me for pics (or if you can help me post them!) tbcellphone@gmail.com
