In todays adventure I summit and ski Colorado's highest peak, Mt Elbert (14,439′). This was my first time up Elbert and even with horrific skiing couldn't ask for a better day to stand atop my new home state. Mt. Elbert is also the second highest peak in the lower 48 behind Mt Whitney.
I started from the South Elbert 4WD parking lot and climb up was smooth and easy minus stronger than forecasted winds. The snow never warmed up so the skiing conditions were variable but the adventure and views were incredible and overall was an awesome day.
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Gear from this day:
(These are all affiliate links to support my gear addiction)
Skis (BlackCrow Navis Freebird): backcountry.tnu8.net/Py9VAR
Bindings (ATK Freerider 14): backcountry.tnu8.net/GmBVQ2
Boots (K2 Dispatch Pro): backcountry.tnu8.net/1rLPgz
Pack: BD Nitro 22L
BD Poles: amzn.to/4bBsdWy
Helmet: amzn.to/3wS1NAO
Beacon: backcountry.tnu8.net/9gPzxE
Probe: backcountry.tnu8.net/DKgeAb
Shovel: amzn.to/4bY8QXk
Merino Top: backcountry.tnu8.net/3exZRn
Fleece: Decathlon Quechua Men's
Ice Axe : amzn.to/42E5G62
Crampons: amzn.to/3yNMIR9
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28 май 2024
