Mike - well, I've never done more than 3000' of vertical in a day, and I'm not in terrific shape, but I think if I go slow I will be able to do it via Tux. Yeah, it's the pilgrimage thing with a few of my collegues - gotta do Tuckerman Ravine, etc etc. I'd rather start from the west, but that will be next time.
The greatest vertical gain I have ever done is 2800 on Ike last year, 3000 in a big loop (about 7 miles) over Webster/Jackson/Pierce and 2700 on Jefferson 2 years ago. I realize this will be a challenge, but if it's too much I will turn back at the Alpine Garden, without shame. Well, maybe with a little bit of shame.......but if it's a nice day I will still get some nice views......it's all good....... |