In reply to Rick Graham:
> I wonder which way Joe is planning to descend?
As you are no doubt aware Rick, some folks ab the North Ridge and a few even ab down Another Day in Paradise but I've heard a few horrorshow stories!
I would always recommend descending t'other side into Italy, spending the night at the lovely Gianetti Hut. Stuff yourself with great food and quaff vino tinto before walking down the next day to Bagni del Masino and getting a lift or taxi back around to Bondo.
Apparently the "walk" back to the Sasc Fura from the Gianetti via the 2 cols is a shocker as well... 😉
Cheers
Dave