Up/Down Gregory/Ranger
5.3 miles/2,306 vert./1:04:10 RT (44:18 up/19:51 down)/147 avg. HR Garmin Data
Was planning to meet Tony and Homie for a lap on Green at 6:45am, but was feeling a little under the weather all day yesterday and bailed on them in the evening, not knowing how I would feel when I awoke this morning.
Woke up and felt better than expected, but my throat was still a little phlegmy and sore. Regardless though, I could not pass up an opportunity to get outside on such a fine day and in such perfect snow conditions, so I promised myself I would go easy and brought the dog along to ensure that (that and she LOVES this snow even more than I do).
Happened to bump into Tony and Gavin finishing a lap at the Gregory lot and chatted with them for a bit, then headed up Gregory/Ranger. Took it pretty easy, just going a pace where I would not get too far ahead of Sierra and she actually did a great job keeping up for the most part.
Bumped into Dan B. about 80 seconds from the summit and chatted with him for a while, mostly talking about the new Aussie pup he was going to get today. Good to see him.
Spent a few minutes on the summit taking in the views (that never get old) and giving Sierra some good hugs and pats (never gets old either). The trail/trench conditions right now could not be better and without really pushing on the descent (OK, I pushed a bit once or twice, but quickly backed off, as I was literally drowning in my throat mucus), I was able to set what I think is a PR for me on that route, 19:51. I know now that in equal conditions, without the dog and throat funk, I could take some off of that (averaged a mellow 148 HR for this PR descent). My feet just felt particularly quick and accurate this morning (greatly aided by the prime smooth track).
Sunday is the next time I can get out and enjoy, so I hope the perfect conditions continue and I feel better by then.
Sierra
Sierra
Friday, February 10, 2012
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Thursday, 02/09/12 Local Baby Jogger Run
3 miles/178 vert./33:04/11:00 pace/avg HR 111
Easy jog with the girls and the dog. Could have easily taken the day off of running, but had to get the dog out and we all needed a little fresh air. The slow pace though is mainly a result of pushing the jogger through snow, over snowbanks, across ice and waiting for the dog.
Easy jog with the girls and the dog. Could have easily taken the day off of running, but had to get the dog out and we all needed a little fresh air. The slow pace though is mainly a result of pushing the jogger through snow, over snowbanks, across ice and waiting for the dog.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Wednesday, 02/08/12 Green Mountain x 2
Lap 1: Up Front/Down Back 42:20up/22:49 down
Lap 2: Up Back/Down Front 48:43up/18:58 down
9.32 miles/4,589 vert./2:12:51/153 avg. HR Garmin Data
Got out this afternoon for a bit of a longer run than normal. Considered Bear/SoBo, but knew how the trail was setting up on Green and went with the better tracked option. Did not start until 2:03pm (a little later than hoped) and headed up the front at a moderate pace.
Instead of Microspikes, I decided instead to use my Kahtoola running crampons and for the first 13 minutes or so, I was patting myself on the back for the smart decision, as footing was velcro like and there was no slippage whatsoever. Unfortunately though, there was a bit of an inversion today and as I passed the 1st Flatiron access trail, the temp literally jumped 10 degrees or more in an instant (or so it felt). Suddenly, the snow became very sticky and it was balling up under my crampons severely and each step from there to the summit, involved a forward scuff/kick/scrape which was very inefficient and a bit frustrating. In retrospect, I should have just removed the crampons, as I probably would have made more efficient progress without them.
Not wanting to go through that again, I headed down the backside in hopes of better conditions. I am not sure that the snow was better, but there was a fair bit of unconsolidated drifting along the ridge and I think just the act of running downhill also helped keep them mostly clear of snow. Went fairly easy on the down, spent a moment at the car grabbing a gel and some water. I enjoyed the backside so much, I decided to head back up it since I have been neglecting that way lately.
I felt decent for the second lap, again went a moderate effort, but the unconsolidated snow above the ranger cabin made for slow(er) progress. Headed down the front side and flailed as usual on the upper section, even though I was going pretty easy.
Had I been able to get out a little earlier or had a bit more time, I would have certainly banged out a third lap, it was just so great to be out.
Lap 2: Up Back/Down Front 48:43up/18:58 down
9.32 miles/4,589 vert./2:12:51/153 avg. HR Garmin Data
Got out this afternoon for a bit of a longer run than normal. Considered Bear/SoBo, but knew how the trail was setting up on Green and went with the better tracked option. Did not start until 2:03pm (a little later than hoped) and headed up the front at a moderate pace.
Instead of Microspikes, I decided instead to use my Kahtoola running crampons and for the first 13 minutes or so, I was patting myself on the back for the smart decision, as footing was velcro like and there was no slippage whatsoever. Unfortunately though, there was a bit of an inversion today and as I passed the 1st Flatiron access trail, the temp literally jumped 10 degrees or more in an instant (or so it felt). Suddenly, the snow became very sticky and it was balling up under my crampons severely and each step from there to the summit, involved a forward scuff/kick/scrape which was very inefficient and a bit frustrating. In retrospect, I should have just removed the crampons, as I probably would have made more efficient progress without them.
Not wanting to go through that again, I headed down the backside in hopes of better conditions. I am not sure that the snow was better, but there was a fair bit of unconsolidated drifting along the ridge and I think just the act of running downhill also helped keep them mostly clear of snow. Went fairly easy on the down, spent a moment at the car grabbing a gel and some water. I enjoyed the backside so much, I decided to head back up it since I have been neglecting that way lately.
I felt decent for the second lap, again went a moderate effort, but the unconsolidated snow above the ranger cabin made for slow(er) progress. Headed down the front side and flailed as usual on the upper section, even though I was going pretty easy.
Had I been able to get out a little earlier or had a bit more time, I would have certainly banged out a third lap, it was just so great to be out.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Tuesday, 02/07/12 Green Mountain
Up/Down Front
4.14 miles/2,266 vert./1:02:03 RT (44:35up/17:27 down) 154 avg HR Garmin Data
Had a really fun run up Green this afternoon in a few more inches of fresh snow. Went what felt like a super casual pace on the up, kind of a 50/50 jog/hike depending on the snow conditions/gradient and was just enjoying the tranquility and beauty of the freshly falling snow and low cloud ceiling. Surprised 4 deer in the trail near Amphitheater, so I stopped and talked to them for a little bit (they were looking at me like I was nuts). Even though it felt very easy, I was still ~1:10 faster than Sunday at 13 bpm lower HR which I was happy with.
The few minutes I spent on the summit were some of the best in a long time for some reason, it was just so cool to have the summit to myself, socked in the clouds, piles of untouched virgin powder coating the trees and rocks, the lighting, the peace and quiet.
The trail in general is setting up nicely, but I am still slowed by the upper 1/4-1/3, as it is less consolidated and the footing seems narrow and somewhat precarious to me. Went cautious for a while, with a few slips and near crashes, but conditions soon improved and I was cruising a little faster and with more confidence. Though my descent was nothing in the range of Tony, Homie and Bill, I was happy to set a new descent PR (with a Winter asterisk) of 17:27 for the down. I think once the snow sets up better, especially on the upper section, I should be able to whittle that down a little bit. Fun stuff.
4.14 miles/2,266 vert./1:02:03 RT (44:35up/17:27 down) 154 avg HR Garmin Data
Had a really fun run up Green this afternoon in a few more inches of fresh snow. Went what felt like a super casual pace on the up, kind of a 50/50 jog/hike depending on the snow conditions/gradient and was just enjoying the tranquility and beauty of the freshly falling snow and low cloud ceiling. Surprised 4 deer in the trail near Amphitheater, so I stopped and talked to them for a little bit (they were looking at me like I was nuts). Even though it felt very easy, I was still ~1:10 faster than Sunday at 13 bpm lower HR which I was happy with.
The few minutes I spent on the summit were some of the best in a long time for some reason, it was just so cool to have the summit to myself, socked in the clouds, piles of untouched virgin powder coating the trees and rocks, the lighting, the peace and quiet.
The trail in general is setting up nicely, but I am still slowed by the upper 1/4-1/3, as it is less consolidated and the footing seems narrow and somewhat precarious to me. Went cautious for a while, with a few slips and near crashes, but conditions soon improved and I was cruising a little faster and with more confidence. Though my descent was nothing in the range of Tony, Homie and Bill, I was happy to set a new descent PR (with a Winter asterisk) of 17:27 for the down. I think once the snow sets up better, especially on the upper section, I should be able to whittle that down a little bit. Fun stuff.
Monday, February 6, 2012
Monday, 02/06/12 Longmont Run
3.58 miles/46 vert./30:06/8:24 pace/118 avg. HR Garmin Data
Considered not running today and debated just taking a walk, or running for a short bit in my street clothes (feeling too lazy to get officially "run ready"). Ran in that time period just a bit too long after breakfast and about half way through, got a little bonky and could only think about getting back to eat lunch. Went super easy, some of which was in snow and on ice. Hoping the LoBo trail melts soon, as there is MUCH less snow in Longmont than Louisville and Boulder (as usual).
Considered not running today and debated just taking a walk, or running for a short bit in my street clothes (feeling too lazy to get officially "run ready"). Ran in that time period just a bit too long after breakfast and about half way through, got a little bonky and could only think about getting back to eat lunch. Went super easy, some of which was in snow and on ice. Hoping the LoBo trail melts soon, as there is MUCH less snow in Longmont than Louisville and Boulder (as usual).
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Sunday, 02/05/12 Green Mountain
Up/Down front
4.07 miles/2,277 vert./1:05:43 (45:40 up)/160 avg. HR Garmin Data
Was eager to head up Green and take advantage of the trench we worked on last night and bust out the new Microspikes for the occasion. Snow falling off of the trees made the footing a little looser than I had hoped and made for a good bit of spinning out. Not sure which option might have been best for today, running snowshoes, Microspikes, or perhaps Kahtoola running crampons (kind of wish I had remembered the running crampons).
I put in a solid effort, but was definitely not very efficient, as my legs were a bit tired and sore in unusual places from the snowshoeing the day before. My back was also a bit sore from the 3+ hours of snow shoveling and thosereasons excuses, combined with the loose snow made for a bit of a slog and I was often just simply governed by the inefficient footing. Was surprised to be recognized on the trail by John R. who reads the blog and ran with GZ, Tim and I a few years back.
Pressed for time, I was hoping to make up a bit on the descent, but took it pretty slow and cautious on the upper 1/3 of the mountain (it was like running a balance beam at times and one mis-step would sink you in knee deep or deeper), then picked up the pace little by little as I descended. I was moving reasonably well at times as I got lower, but was barely able to eek out a 19:58 descent with some hard work and sprinting at the very end.
Overall I am enjoying these conditions MUCH more than the mixed conditions prior to the storm and find it to be quite fun running in the fresh snow. Hopefully things pack down a bit over the next few days, once they do, it will be absolutely epic.
4.07 miles/2,277 vert./1:05:43 (45:40 up)/160 avg. HR Garmin Data
Was eager to head up Green and take advantage of the trench we worked on last night and bust out the new Microspikes for the occasion. Snow falling off of the trees made the footing a little looser than I had hoped and made for a good bit of spinning out. Not sure which option might have been best for today, running snowshoes, Microspikes, or perhaps Kahtoola running crampons (kind of wish I had remembered the running crampons).
I put in a solid effort, but was definitely not very efficient, as my legs were a bit tired and sore in unusual places from the snowshoeing the day before. My back was also a bit sore from the 3+ hours of snow shoveling and those
Pressed for time, I was hoping to make up a bit on the descent, but took it pretty slow and cautious on the upper 1/3 of the mountain (it was like running a balance beam at times and one mis-step would sink you in knee deep or deeper), then picked up the pace little by little as I descended. I was moving reasonably well at times as I got lower, but was barely able to eek out a 19:58 descent with some hard work and sprinting at the very end.
Overall I am enjoying these conditions MUCH more than the mixed conditions prior to the storm and find it to be quite fun running in the fresh snow. Hopefully things pack down a bit over the next few days, once they do, it will be absolutely epic.
Saturday, 02/04/12 Green Mountain, Local Run
Morning: 1:15 Shoveling
Noon: 4.02 miles/216 vert./39:16/9:46 pace
Easy run with the jogger on roads and plowed paths. Conditions were decent considering the recent ~2 feet of snow, but there were sections of deeper snow/slush that made for some slow going at times. Just needed a little fresh air and sunshine.
Late Afternoon/Early Evening: Green Mountain
up/down front
4.06 miles/2,285 vert./1:24 RT (56:13 up) Garmin Data
I was looking forward to some top notch wallowing on snowshoes in the several feet of fresh snow on Green Mountain (maybe 3+ higher on the mountain?), but as late as I was to get there, the trail was already well trodden. As Sierra and I started up Amphitheater (at 4:42pm), I was thinking that my 30" expedition snowshoes were a bit much, as the trail was wide and well packed. Homie had about a 7 minute head start on me and I was following his tracks with the plan being for me to catch up to him along the way, as he had a time constraint. Sometimes I pushed hard, anticipating that I would see him just up around the next corner (not knowing at the time how much of a head start he had) and other times I backed off, thinking it was unlikely I would catch him (I was looking to go somewhat easy this evening).
Once above the Greenman/SR jct., I knew I was closing in, as Sierra stopped once or twice to look/listen across the valley with her ears perked up, then took off in hot pursuit. Soon, I ran into them, as Homie had fortunately stopped to chat with somebody he recognized (who was skiing of all things). Conditions above GM/SR jct. deteriorated a bit, as that section of trail had seen less traffic and I was now thankful for the larger snowshoes, so I could work on widening/packing the trail.
Spent a few moments on the summit and then headed down at what seemed to not be too quick of a pace, but was definitely a lot of work in the snow and with the big snowshoes. This trip on Green was a bit more work than average, but was a blast as always and was great to get out with Homie.
Looking East
Bear Peak (and Sierra mostly hidden)
Homie on the summit (the dude on skis was telling us about dropping off the summit block and you can see confirmation of this. Hope he was using his rock skis, no matter how much snow falls on these peaks, there are still a LOT of rocks and deadfall to hit.)
Noon: 4.02 miles/216 vert./39:16/9:46 pace
Easy run with the jogger on roads and plowed paths. Conditions were decent considering the recent ~2 feet of snow, but there were sections of deeper snow/slush that made for some slow going at times. Just needed a little fresh air and sunshine.
Late Afternoon/Early Evening: Green Mountain
up/down front
4.06 miles/2,285 vert./1:24 RT (56:13 up) Garmin Data
I was looking forward to some top notch wallowing on snowshoes in the several feet of fresh snow on Green Mountain (maybe 3+ higher on the mountain?), but as late as I was to get there, the trail was already well trodden. As Sierra and I started up Amphitheater (at 4:42pm), I was thinking that my 30" expedition snowshoes were a bit much, as the trail was wide and well packed. Homie had about a 7 minute head start on me and I was following his tracks with the plan being for me to catch up to him along the way, as he had a time constraint. Sometimes I pushed hard, anticipating that I would see him just up around the next corner (not knowing at the time how much of a head start he had) and other times I backed off, thinking it was unlikely I would catch him (I was looking to go somewhat easy this evening).
Once above the Greenman/SR jct., I knew I was closing in, as Sierra stopped once or twice to look/listen across the valley with her ears perked up, then took off in hot pursuit. Soon, I ran into them, as Homie had fortunately stopped to chat with somebody he recognized (who was skiing of all things). Conditions above GM/SR jct. deteriorated a bit, as that section of trail had seen less traffic and I was now thankful for the larger snowshoes, so I could work on widening/packing the trail.
Spent a few moments on the summit and then headed down at what seemed to not be too quick of a pace, but was definitely a lot of work in the snow and with the big snowshoes. This trip on Green was a bit more work than average, but was a blast as always and was great to get out with Homie.
Looking East
Bear Peak (and Sierra mostly hidden)
Homie on the summit (the dude on skis was telling us about dropping off the summit block and you can see confirmation of this. Hope he was using his rock skis, no matter how much snow falls on these peaks, there are still a LOT of rocks and deadfall to hit.)
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Friday, 02/03/12 Local Run, Shoveling and the Plow Guy
2 miles/80 vert.
The ~2 feet of new snow, combined with sick babies, combined with a wife who is working on all 3 of my days off, is really taking a bite out of my running. By the time I was able to get out (around 7:45pm), it was snowing really hard again and I decided that I would just take the dog for a quick walk and just not worry about running.
As soon as I walked out the door though, I felt invigorated. Even though I was wearing untied shoes, jeans/street clothes and not dressed for running, I just started to run. Soon my glasses fogged and visibility went from poor to really poor and I was just running by feel/memory of the path or just let Sierra guide me. Ended up getting 2 miles in, which was a far cry from my original plan to go break track up Bear Peak, but at least it was SOMETHING and I did feel pretty good afterwards.
I did however get in over 2 hours of shoveling for the day, so that was a good bit of exercise. I would have shoveled for several more hours if possible, I really love it.
Majorly fogged glasses after my run
Rockin the 80's jeans (as Allison likes to tease). My response "80's jeans, I don't get it, they are just jeans". I am in good company, as GZ and Dave M also rock the same 80's jeans. 80's guys at heart I guess.
I stomped out a trench in the back yard for Sierra to use to go to the bathroom, otherwise she was in it to her shoulders.
The ~2 feet of new snow, combined with sick babies, combined with a wife who is working on all 3 of my days off, is really taking a bite out of my running. By the time I was able to get out (around 7:45pm), it was snowing really hard again and I decided that I would just take the dog for a quick walk and just not worry about running.
As soon as I walked out the door though, I felt invigorated. Even though I was wearing untied shoes, jeans/street clothes and not dressed for running, I just started to run. Soon my glasses fogged and visibility went from poor to really poor and I was just running by feel/memory of the path or just let Sierra guide me. Ended up getting 2 miles in, which was a far cry from my original plan to go break track up Bear Peak, but at least it was SOMETHING and I did feel pretty good afterwards.
I did however get in over 2 hours of shoveling for the day, so that was a good bit of exercise. I would have shoveled for several more hours if possible, I really love it.
"We like to say what's up guy, it's the way we say hi. In February, it's good to know a plow guy"
(Probably best appreciated if you happen to be from the 603)
This video from Lucho inspired me to post the plow guy vid.
Majorly fogged glasses after my run
Rockin the 80's jeans (as Allison likes to tease). My response "80's jeans, I don't get it, they are just jeans". I am in good company, as GZ and Dave M also rock the same 80's jeans. 80's guys at heart I guess.
I stomped out a trench in the back yard for Sierra to use to go to the bathroom, otherwise she was in it to her shoulders.
Friday, February 3, 2012
Thursday, 02/02/12 Local Run
3.09 miles/234 vert.
Was hoping to put in some quality miles with the baby jogger, but since the girls are sick, I was under strict orders to not take them outside (even though it was sunny and 50 most of the day). Thus, I was not able to get out until 7:45pm or so, as the blizzard was really kicking into gear. Started with the dog, but after doing her business, she was done and just wanted to head home. After dropping her off, I continued on, taking it pretty easy, fighting a bit of vertigo as the wind driven snow zinging past my headlamp beam made things a little bit dizzying.
Was hoping to put in some quality miles with the baby jogger, but since the girls are sick, I was under strict orders to not take them outside (even though it was sunny and 50 most of the day). Thus, I was not able to get out until 7:45pm or so, as the blizzard was really kicking into gear. Started with the dog, but after doing her business, she was done and just wanted to head home. After dropping her off, I continued on, taking it pretty easy, fighting a bit of vertigo as the wind driven snow zinging past my headlamp beam made things a little bit dizzying.
Goggles and a hooded hard shell were key
View from the deck late Thursday afternoon
View from the deck Friday morning (12-15 I am guessing, hard to tell with the drifting)
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Wednesday, 02/01/12 Bear/Green
8.86 miles/4,005 vert./1:59:39/160 avg. HR Garmin Data
Met up with Tony at Chautauqua at 6:45am. Headed out Mesa, Fern, Bear, W. Ridge, Green/Bear then down 1st/2nd access to complete the loop. Was a great morning, reasonable temperatures (low 30s to start and then warming), very little wind aside from a few gusts on upper Fern. Went on the high side of moderate to low side of hard at times but never really dug in and encouraged Tony to just go his own pace on the steeper climbs, while I just plugged along at a more comfortable pace (he was nice enough to wait for me on the summits).
Was a pretty decent workout though given my conditioning level right now, coupled with the glacial trail conditions that slowed things down some. Still a fair bit of ice on Mesa, much of Fern is just bulletproof bobsled run like conditions, especially above the saddle. Bear to Green was ~85% snow and ice, but is less steep, so we could cruise that pretty well. Took the descents pretty cautious, as it would just be too easy right to take a bad fall (OK, I am being a wimp, as Tony had little trouble with it and even gave me a "what's going on back there?" comment, which made me laugh and realize that I was really lagging).
Chautauqua to Bear: 59:17
Bear to Green: 35:05
Green to Chautauqua: 25:16
Met up with Tony at Chautauqua at 6:45am. Headed out Mesa, Fern, Bear, W. Ridge, Green/Bear then down 1st/2nd access to complete the loop. Was a great morning, reasonable temperatures (low 30s to start and then warming), very little wind aside from a few gusts on upper Fern. Went on the high side of moderate to low side of hard at times but never really dug in and encouraged Tony to just go his own pace on the steeper climbs, while I just plugged along at a more comfortable pace (he was nice enough to wait for me on the summits).
Was a pretty decent workout though given my conditioning level right now, coupled with the glacial trail conditions that slowed things down some. Still a fair bit of ice on Mesa, much of Fern is just bulletproof bobsled run like conditions, especially above the saddle. Bear to Green was ~85% snow and ice, but is less steep, so we could cruise that pretty well. Took the descents pretty cautious, as it would just be too easy right to take a bad fall (OK, I am being a wimp, as Tony had little trouble with it and even gave me a "what's going on back there?" comment, which made me laugh and realize that I was really lagging).
Chautauqua to Bear: 59:17
Bear to Green: 35:05
Green to Chautauqua: 25:16
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Tuesday, 01/31/12 Green Mountain
Up/Down Amphi/1st Saddle/Greenman
3.08 miles/2,293 vert./1:02:39 (38:25 up)/131 avg. HR Garmin Data
Went very easy on the up and down, just taking my time and enjoying the lack of wind. Made things feel a lot more peaceful and less hurried/urgent.
Also found a cool way to query weekly/monthly/yearly stats on the Garmin site which saves me a ton of time, as I do not have to keep up on my Excel spreadsheet or mess around with the calculator (both things that I have no time or desire to do anymore).
So, below are my stats for January. I was able to get out for a run on every day of the month (certainly my longest streak ever), even if it was only for a few miles from the house or on my lunch break. I am working on getting over my "if I can't run up a mountain I'll just do nothing" attitude, not even for "training" reasons, but more to just stay fit and healthy (physically and mentally). Because of this new found attitude, I am finding that if I am determined to do so, there are really very few days (if any?) where I truly can't get out for at least a short run (though as things warm up and dry out, I hope to transition to the bike 2 days per week). The hardest part is often times just getting the motivation to suit up and complete the first mile. Even on my worst days, once I am out there and get a mile or two behind me, I want to just keep going. Since it is only January, I have been keeping the intensity appropriately casual (hard for me to do typically).
3.08 miles/2,293 vert./1:02:39 (38:25 up)/131 avg. HR Garmin Data
Went very easy on the up and down, just taking my time and enjoying the lack of wind. Made things feel a lot more peaceful and less hurried/urgent.
Also found a cool way to query weekly/monthly/yearly stats on the Garmin site which saves me a ton of time, as I do not have to keep up on my Excel spreadsheet or mess around with the calculator (both things that I have no time or desire to do anymore).
So, below are my stats for January. I was able to get out for a run on every day of the month (certainly my longest streak ever), even if it was only for a few miles from the house or on my lunch break. I am working on getting over my "if I can't run up a mountain I'll just do nothing" attitude, not even for "training" reasons, but more to just stay fit and healthy (physically and mentally). Because of this new found attitude, I am finding that if I am determined to do so, there are really very few days (if any?) where I truly can't get out for at least a short run (though as things warm up and dry out, I hope to transition to the bike 2 days per week). The hardest part is often times just getting the motivation to suit up and complete the first mile. Even on my worst days, once I am out there and get a mile or two behind me, I want to just keep going. Since it is only January, I have been keeping the intensity appropriately casual (hard for me to do typically).
| Count: | 33 Activities |
| Distance: | 191.18 mi |
| Time: | 38:21:46 h:m:s |
| Elevation Gain: | 47,454 ft |
| Avg Speed: | 5.0 mph |
| Avg HR: | 141 bpm |
| Calories: | 20,139 C |
| Avg Elevation Gain: | 1,438 ft |
| Max Elevation Gain: | 4,446 ft |
| Avg Distance: | 5.79 mi |
| Max Distance: | 12.31 mi |
Green Summits: 12
Bear Summits: 5
SoBo Summits: 4
Monday, January 30, 2012
Monday, 01/30/12 LoBo Run
10.59 miles/185 vert./1:22:07/7:45 pace/135 avg. HR Garmin Data
Brandon met me at work for a casual mid day run. Headed out on the LoBo trail through Niwot and back at a conversational pace and was good to catch up, made the miles pass by quickly. Was even better to snap up a $20 bill on the ground along the way.
Brandon met me at work for a casual mid day run. Headed out on the LoBo trail through Niwot and back at a conversational pace and was good to catch up, made the miles pass by quickly. Was even better to snap up a $20 bill on the ground along the way.
Sunday, January 29, 2012
Sunday, 01/29/12 Green Mountain
Up/Down NE Ridge(ish)
3.07 miles/2,283 vert./1:01:52 (36:40 up)/141 avg. HR Garmin Data
Very easy up and down. Was reasonably warm today, but the wind was hammering pretty good high on the mountain and made it feel a bit colder.
3.07 miles/2,283 vert./1:01:52 (36:40 up)/141 avg. HR Garmin Data
Very easy up and down. Was reasonably warm today, but the wind was hammering pretty good high on the mountain and made it feel a bit colder.
Saturday, 01/28/12 S. Boulder/Bear
From S. Mesa TH (via Homestead/Shadow)
7.22 miles/3,264 vert./1:43:53/avg. HR 139 Garmin Data
This was a bit of a surprise outing in the late afternoon, as Allison got called off of work, so I took advantage and was able to get out for a run. Was headed for Green, but figured with the little extra time, I should do something a bit longer/different, so made the last minute decision for S. Boulder and Bear. Took things pretty easy for the most part, going slow as to not get too far ahead of Sierra and then waiting occasionally for her to catch up. Half way up Shadow, I bumped into Rex and crew (second time in a week), so I stopped and chatted with them for a while.
There was a LOT of ice on the trails, especially in Shadow Canyon, but intead of wearing Microspikes, I wore a pair of newly screwed shoes and that was definitely the better choice. I got better grip on the ice and did not worry about dulling a new pair of Microspikes on all of the exposed rock. I have several boxes of screws at home still, so I may screw a few pairs of shoes and default to this method for a while (at least until we get some fresh snow on the trails). I wish we would just get a few feet of snow several times over, like the Winter of 06/07, where we had perfect trench conditions December through March (unfortunately that was during the pre Microspike era).
Made the summit of S. Boulder in 54, 9 minutes to Bear, then a real casual/cautious 40 back to the car. Another awesome day out with Sierra.
7.22 miles/3,264 vert./1:43:53/avg. HR 139 Garmin Data
This was a bit of a surprise outing in the late afternoon, as Allison got called off of work, so I took advantage and was able to get out for a run. Was headed for Green, but figured with the little extra time, I should do something a bit longer/different, so made the last minute decision for S. Boulder and Bear. Took things pretty easy for the most part, going slow as to not get too far ahead of Sierra and then waiting occasionally for her to catch up. Half way up Shadow, I bumped into Rex and crew (second time in a week), so I stopped and chatted with them for a while.
There was a LOT of ice on the trails, especially in Shadow Canyon, but intead of wearing Microspikes, I wore a pair of newly screwed shoes and that was definitely the better choice. I got better grip on the ice and did not worry about dulling a new pair of Microspikes on all of the exposed rock. I have several boxes of screws at home still, so I may screw a few pairs of shoes and default to this method for a while (at least until we get some fresh snow on the trails). I wish we would just get a few feet of snow several times over, like the Winter of 06/07, where we had perfect trench conditions December through March (unfortunately that was during the pre Microspike era).
Made the summit of S. Boulder in 54, 9 minutes to Bear, then a real casual/cautious 40 back to the car. Another awesome day out with Sierra.
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