Executive Summary
I failed again. 31 out of 33 peaks in 85:46:15. Never again.
The Movie(s)
There isn’t really much to say, so here’s a half-baked movie report (althoughI’m more into no-bake Jell-O cheesecake). As always, it’s a gloried version of reality because, well, when you’re really suffering, going through the darkest moments, or scramble up a sketchy slope that requires 124% of your attention, the camera isn’t exactly the first thing one thinks about.
The weather forecast wasn’t glorious when I left, but it was nowhere near as bad as it turned out to be. I probably should have just stayed at home. And why I didn’t think about exploring Glacier Peak and the snow situation while I was there a week before will forever remain a mystery.
Direct URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpIfYRoJPuY
Direct URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=atC7A4M11D4
The Challenge
The Eagle’s 33 Challenge consists of summiting all 33 peaks over 9,000ft (2743m) with at least 300ft (91m) of prominence in Oregon’s Eagle Cap Wilderness in a single push.
Stats
- Strava: https://www.strava.com/activities/2614123777
- Style: Self-supported
- Total distance: 93.8mi [probably closer to 110mi]
- Total elapsed time: 85:46:15
- Total elevation gain: 50,784ft