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Originally Posted by deadheadskier  I appreciate the feedback and agree that there is still time left in the season to go. There's a couple of things holding me back. I do have several work and family obligations that though I could skip, wouldn't be viewed in a positive light. The bigger hold up is my fitness. Right now I just don't feel in the shape I'd like to be in for the hike. I could do it for sure, but I want to do it in the right condition, so I'm just asking questions and have every intention of making a trip or two next spring. |
I'm 51 yrs old, up until about a month ago weighed in at about 260. Went up to Mt. Washington last week with an 85 lbs pack. My only training was walking 4 miles a day for 3-4 days a week, (OK, I'm a bit unusual). Bottom line I did ok. In your case, I would recommend a day trip, with nothing but essentials. Last year my last day at Tux was on 5/27. Here's a flick from that day, I'm the fat gaper skiing down at the end:
Just Do It!