Ellevated hike - elevation training at Thumb Butte

This is a "chose your own experience" type of hike. My plans are to go up the .6mile, about 560 ft gain switchbacks 3 times, coming back down on different trails. This version would mean 6.2 miles, 1768 ft gain.

These types of inclines are where I struggle with asthma, so I plan on taking it slowly and making sure I can breathe. We will do a staggered start where the fastest folks start last. This way no one feels completely left behind as they work hard to get up the switchbacks. You can wait at the top for everyone, or keep doing your own pace the whole time, but check in with me before you leave. I did the tough uphill in 16:30 minutes/2.4mph last week. I will accomodate whoever shows up & make sure everyone is off the trails before I leave.

You are responsible for your safety, so please honor your body.