Great Scott, GoldScott!! From the trail head to Shepherd Pass is 6200 feet of gain, then another 2000' to make the summit!
You did the 6200 with overnight gear, then added the 2000 climb on top! I'm blown away -- that's way more than I could have done in my prime! (Although I DID do T&W both in the same day
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So I want to know:
1. What do you do to build up to that level of aerobic condition?
2. How heavy was your pack starting out?
And it is a pretty bold move to camp in snowy conditions with only a down bag.
