Today’s adventure, while labeled as moderate, is quite the challenge at a total of 32 miles. This might seem daunting to some, but as a two-time VT 50 winner, it’s a thrilling prospect for me.
Adventure Overview:
- Terrain Distance (approx): 18.96 miles (one way)
- Climbing Distance: 5,117 feet
- Highest Altitude: 8,057 feet
- Trip Time: Approximately 8 hours
- Average Grade: 5
- Difficulty: Moderate
I’m planning to start around 2 PM, primarily because I overslept. The plan is to head to the main trailhead at the Rattlesnake Recreation Area. I’ll bike up the corridor, aiming to reach the wilderness boundary in about 1.5 hours, where I’ll lock up my bike.
Then, it’s on to the next phase: changing into my sneakers to run the remaining 5 miles to the peak’s summit. The return journey might be slower as I plan to capture some scenic photos. Once I’m back on my bike, I expect it to take an hour to reach my car.
And the best part? Ending the day at Taco DeSoul – a perfect way to replenish and relax after such an expedition!
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