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the Rockies
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The Brandon
Joined: 07/09/07
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Springfield, TN
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Posted: 04/27/08 11:55am |
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Sometime in June, I'm going backpacking with a group somewhere in Colorado's portion of the Rocky Mountains. We're supposed to be out for six days. I don't really know the details about the trip yet because my friend's dad is planning it. He's a school teacher and is busy with the typical end of year stuff right now. A trip report and tons of pictures will follow. 
Have any of you been there? Any recommendations on getting prepared or gear you wished you had while there?
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Greensap
Joined: 10/23/07
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Frisco, CO
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Posted: 04/27/08 1:21pm |
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the most important thing is to start training now the altitude and inclines will really slow you down and can make you very sick. other than that a good set of clothing layer are very important the temp can change 50 degrees in a couple of hours and watch out for storms lightning kills a lot of people every year. I spend a lot of time backpacking I will add more when I have time
Lets Get Green
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endercore
Joined: 02/18/07
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Lexington, KY
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Posted: 04/27/08 3:31pm |
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expect afternoon thunderstorms and start early- especially if you are going to be above tree line.
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Wade
Joined: 07/23/06
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Bowling Green, KY
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Posted: 04/28/08 8:42pm |
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The town Estes Park is a great place to launch from, or to land for a few nights. Elk roam around and will just block traffic. Cool stuff.
I'm a lover, not a racer... --Wade
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