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I Ended up getting the day off work tomorrow weather looks pretty good, thought I might be able to get one more 14er in this year. I have two friends (pretty good shape) who want to go but neither have done any 14ers. Is the southwest ridge this late in the year a good option? any other suggestions. I'm not too worried about a little bit of snow, but none of us have gaiters or spikes. Any info on the current conditions is appreciated.

You might be able to get away without gators but I would recommend micro spikes. What time are you thinking of starting tomorrow?

leaving denver by 5

Did you go? I'm curious as to the conditions myself.

Kush-microspokes are for the birds and never needed.

ulvetano wrote:Kush-microspokes are for the birds and never needed.

Def see ridin' one o' them microspokes on long early season approaches.

Yes and we did the southwest ridge, it was a beutiful day. I highly recommend this route. I met a few people at the summitt who did the standard northern trail (obviously much more snow). Getting ready to do a conditions report now.