first winter 14er

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Re: first winter 14er

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quandary is not hard i tried it but had to turn back due to a fall when i tripped over a rock
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Re: first winter 14er

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CaptainSuburbia wrote: Tue Sep 22, 2020 4:27 pm I wouldn't mess with those slide paths on Kelso. They both went big 2 winters ago. It's a shorter route from Loveland Pass anyways. It was mostly windblown when I did it this past winter and snowshoes were not needed.
I have done it in winter too, but it was a very tiring and long day. Plus you are above timberline the entire distance and exposed to the wind and cold the entire time.

From a technical standpoint, it is a very easy and safe climb (as long as you stay away from the cornices and are prepared for the weather). From a physical standpoint it can be a real butt-kicker. This is especially true on a cold and windy day.
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Re: first winter 14er

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Hello.
I am coming to Colorado next week and plan on climbing Grays Peak. Any advice for this time of year? Are the roads open? Am I crazy to attempt this late in the season? I am going with two other people. I have never attempted a 14er or 13er but have climbed many smaller peaks throughout the country.
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Re: first winter 14er

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yayemaster wrote: Mon Nov 23, 2020 3:15 pm Hello.
I am coming to Colorado next week and plan on climbing Grays Peak. Any advice for this time of year? Are the roads open? Am I crazy to attempt this late in the season? I am going with two other people. I have never attempted a 14er or 13er but have climbed many smallaer peaks throughout the country.
Thanks
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