Easy 14ers in december? I agree. Even without snow, cold is a formidable obstacle.Scott P wrote:I don't think that there are any.
easy 14er for visitor on 12/7
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jdorje
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Re: easy 14er for visitor on 12/7
"I don't think about the past, and the future is a mystery. Only the present matters."
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jswiftcervelo
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Re: easy 14er for visitor on 12/7
You guys still going?
Just make sure you're really prepared and know what you're getting into (look at the wind forecast).
Quoting your original gear list:
"2 layers of wool socks, waterproof hiking shoes, gaiters
thermals, fleece pants, water resistant hiking pants
fleece jacket, wind breaker, snow jacket
balaclava, thermal beanie, 2 gloves
micro spikes, hiking poles"
I have a few problems (and overkill NEVER ends up hurting you in an emergency - I avoided an emergency based on overkill)
I'll stick to a couple things... Carry those little hand warmers (a LOT of them - maybe 12) - they aren't perfect but they will work and you can end up SERIOUSLY needing them.
Second 3 layers is not a lot if things go crazy. 40mph winds at 14k with no real escape is a b***h. I go with a base (i.e. under armour), breathable short sleeve, breathable thick long sleeve, primaloft jacket, soft shell, hard shell. Only used it once and it was worth it.
Just make sure you're really prepared and know what you're getting into (look at the wind forecast).
Quoting your original gear list:
"2 layers of wool socks, waterproof hiking shoes, gaiters
thermals, fleece pants, water resistant hiking pants
fleece jacket, wind breaker, snow jacket
balaclava, thermal beanie, 2 gloves
micro spikes, hiking poles"
I have a few problems (and overkill NEVER ends up hurting you in an emergency - I avoided an emergency based on overkill)
I'll stick to a couple things... Carry those little hand warmers (a LOT of them - maybe 12) - they aren't perfect but they will work and you can end up SERIOUSLY needing them.
Second 3 layers is not a lot if things go crazy. 40mph winds at 14k with no real escape is a b***h. I go with a base (i.e. under armour), breathable short sleeve, breathable thick long sleeve, primaloft jacket, soft shell, hard shell. Only used it once and it was worth it.
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sheller
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Re: easy 14er for visitor on 12/7
Thanks for all of the advice. We ended up going up Bierstadt. It was pretty windy, but I stayed warm with my 3-4 layers. It probably wasn't the best first 14er for my friend, but he made it to the top and definitely had an experience. I promised him it would be easier in the summer. I was surprised at how quickly it became dark and would not want to be doing a 14er in the winter that required any routefinding.
