Day 49: 11,600 foot saddle along the Divide to Squaw Pass, ~13 miles, ~769 miles total Some trail days the "miles made" are not an accurate reflection of the effort it took to earn said miles. We are reminded today of the equivalencies of terrain and travel and their conversion rates. We are reminded that … Continue reading Slow going on the Knife Edge

Day 48: 11,500 foot basin near Sawtooth Mountain to 11,600 foot saddle along the Divide, ~17 miles, ~756 miles total Last night was COLD. Water bottles frozen solid. Shoes frozen. Even the handwarmers, Nutella and late night chocolate snack fest didn't keep me comfortable enough to sleep well. Both Gabriel and I finally dozed soundly … Continue reading Feel that elevation