[pct-l] Snow training

[ned at pacificcrestcustombuilders.com]

Thanks Handtrock for the additional input regarding the Sierra elevation's 
effect on the thru hiker, especially while hiking over snow. It takes a LOT 
of energy and has its own hazards like post-holing that the easterner may 
not be aware of.

We have had students drive in from as far away as Portland, Oregon and San 
Diego and fly in from LA and points in the Mid-west, but any local training 
prospective students can obtain where they live is always good.

Our point is this to all future long-distance hikers, be as aware as 
possible of all the conditions you may encounter on your hike and expose 
yourself (your gear, food, skills, knowledge base) to them BEFORE you begin 
your long trip so there will be few surprises or hazards encountered along 
the way, especially in the more remote High Sierra. Find out what works for 
you regarding food, equipment, resupplies, and skills. Just because 
something worked for someone else doesn't mean it will for you. Take many 
test hikes to find out. Take an outdoor class from the local Junior College 
or Backpacking store. Make a plan and expect it to change along the way. If 
at all possible, train where you will be hiking.

Mtnned
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Keith Robertson" <surferkeith at sbcglobal.net>
To: <pct-l at backcountry.net>
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2009 10:40 AM
Subject: [pct-l] Snow training


Mango,

It would be best for you to plan a trip out here in the west for snow 
training. An integral part of the issue is altitude as well as snow. You 
folks on the east coast really don't have any altitude and it makes a huge 
difference hiking at 13-14,000 feet with or without snow. Even in ideal 
conditions, the altitude is a huge physical challenge and you really need to 
experience it along with training in snow hiking.

Handtrock
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