[pct-l] PCT on cross country skis

[kmurray at pol.net (kmurray@pol.net)]

"Has anyone ever thought about doing the PCT on cross country skis in the
winter.. Would that be a first? Other than getting lost I bet the downhills
would make it faster... And with GPS? And a sturdy tent dragging a sled
behind with yer heavier gear in it... or dog sledding it..."

Those interested in such pursuits will enjoy reading

High Odyssey
by Gene Rose

Which documents Orland Bartholomew's winter traverse of the JMT, in 1928,
solo.  An amazing read.
One online review:

"With garden rake handles for ski poles, a tarp tent, a down robe to sleep
in, and cooking over open fires, this man skied solo from Cottonwood Pass
to Yosemite Valley in the winter of 1928-29. Along the way he made the
first solo winter ascent of Mt. Whitney, at that time the highest mountain
in the United States! This book will make the reader appreciate all the
latest high tech. gear available today! Gortex, bivy bags, thermarest
matresses, light weight down sleeping bags, and stoves were not available
in 1928! Anyone interested in ski mountaineering will find inspiration in
this book!"

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0944194087/104-5637466-0469506?v=glance&n=283155