I have had some emails inquiring what route John took. I thought I would provide you with a full description.
1.) up the Boulevard 12.1 miles * the Jumpoff * Myrtle Point * Helipad * Cliff Tops loop * Rainbow/ Alum Junction to Horsegate (3 Laps) * Horse Barn 2.) down Brushy Mountain 9.9 miles 3.) up Trillium Gap 9.2 miles ( this included the Cherokee orchard connector) * Grotto Falls Parking Lot 4.) down Bull Head Trail 6.9 miles 5.)up Rainbow Falls trail 6.9 miles * Rocky Spur 6.) down Alum Cave 5 miles 50 miles in 16 hours and 48 minutes.
KrisMoose
10/3/2010 05:49:59 am
Why? To be honest, very impressed especially after our extremely long and wet trek up Bullhead last week. Well, better get in better shape this winter. But hey, I did run just a bit on the way down! Must be nice to be young.
Pat M
10/3/2010 08:16:52 am
Way to go John! An amazing achievement!
Beth Pipkin
10/3/2010 10:00:12 am
That's inspiring to those who could be a little unsure about starting on even one of the mountain's hikes. For a novice hiker, some of the tales of obstacles one faces on any one of these hikes could be daunting.
Dusty Roads
10/3/2010 01:38:46 pm
Congratulations John !
Pat N
10/4/2010 05:15:56 am
We never doubted your ability to accomplish your goal, and we are very proud of you, son!
frank umbdenstock
10/5/2010 12:28:43 am
john, i am impressed big time. good job!!
Maggie
10/5/2010 11:57:36 pm
Thanks for the report and the mileage. What about elevation gain...total climb? Comments are closed.
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