Have you ever climbed a mountain?

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Spiritual_Chaos
Spiritual_Chaos Posts: 31,453
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I'm thinking about climbing the highest peak in Sweden (more of a 10-14 hour trek, not much actual climbing involved. It is not that high compared to international mountains). But still, something exciting to do.






Have you ever climbed a mountain?
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  • Gern Blansten
    Gern Blansten Mar-A-Lago Posts: 22,153
    Mt LeConte in the Smoky's....nothing like what you are considering. We also climbed the Chimney Tops in that same area...that was horrifying

    I would be ok with it as long as I wasn't dealing with steep drop offs that might come into play.


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  • beano.79
    beano.79 Posts: 785
    I climbed Kilimanjaro about 14 years ago, other than that just the small mountains we have here in Britain 
  • MayDay10
    MayDay10 Posts: 11,852
    I have done several peaks in the Adirondacks.  More of a climbing hike (well, there is some scrambling up and down rocks) than a technical mountain climb, but rewarding nonetheless.


  • mcgruff10
    mcgruff10 New Jersey Posts: 29,111
    Yes. The northeast, Rockies and Austrian alps.   
    I'll ride the wave where it takes me......
  • mookeywrench
    mookeywrench Posts: 6,057
    Countless summit/peak day hikes that usually are about 4k in elevation gain.
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  • Wobbie
    Wobbie Posts: 31,256
    the one on the right - byer’s peak, CO.


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  • JPPJ84
    JPPJ84 Hamburg, Germany Posts: 3,464
    mookeywrench said:
    Countless summit/peak day hikes that usually are about 4k in elevation gain.
    4000m elevation gain in a day hike?!  
  • mookeywrench
    mookeywrench Posts: 6,057
    4000ft
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  • PJ_Soul
    PJ_Soul Vancouver, BC Posts: 50,660
    edited February 2024
    Not me, but my dad used to be an avid mountain climber, back in the 60s and 70s. He climbed the Eiger and the Matterhorn, among others. He had a near death experience on the Matterhorn. He and his buddy were about 2/3 of the way up when a horrible, insane blizzard blew in, and they were trapped on a little ledge for 3 days until the storm passed. They nearly froze to death. My dad has had one white eyebrow ever since, because of the frostbite on his face. So I guess the reason I'm telling you this is is to say be careful!!! And pack extra food.
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  • Loujoe
    Loujoe Posts: 11,694
    Woah
  • F Me In The Brain
    F Me In The Brain this knows everybody from other commets Posts: 31,804
    Yes, but a big hike, not a climb where you need ropes and gear like that.
    Watched 14 Peaks recently and think those types are badasses
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  • oftenreading
    oftenreading Victoria, BC Posts: 12,856
    edited February 2024
    Highest peak I've ever climbed is Mt. Meru in Tanzania, summit at 4,562 metres (almost 15,000 ft). It's in Arusha national park. 

    Otherwise, lots of hiking in the Rockies, mostly Jasper and Banff parks, and the Coastal mountains.
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  • F Me In The Brain
    F Me In The Brain this knows everybody from other commets Posts: 31,804
    Wow 2 responses from climbs in Tanzania
      Pretty cool!
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  • Spiritual_Chaos
    Spiritual_Chaos Posts: 31,453
    edited February 2024
    F Me In The Brain said:
    Yes, but a big hike, not a climb where you need ropes and gear like that.

    For Kebnekeise (only 6,960 ft), you can take one (a bit longer) route that is just hiking. And one a tad shorter, that involves crossing a glacier and some light climbing.



    I think I will take the hiking route if I go. i think it is suppose to take 14hours, up and down from the top.
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  • F Me In The Brain
    F Me In The Brain this knows everybody from other commets Posts: 31,804
    I would agree on the choice, from my experience.  Only 4000-5000 ft, but a lot of it was rock scrambles.  I had running shoes on and by the time I was about halfway back down, my feet were a mess.  I was in marathon shape, but nowhere in rocky hiking shape, as far as my feet were concerned.  It took 7 hours for me and I wished I had opted for the easy route, which would gave taken longer. 
    Should be fun!  
    Do check with those who've gone before to confirm footwear, would be my advice.
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  • Wobbie
    Wobbie Posts: 31,256
    F Me In The Brain said:
    Yes, but a big hike, not a climb where you need ropes and gear like that.

    Same. I forgot about Charleston Peak (12,000 ft) outside of Vegas.


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  • smile6680
    smile6680 Posts: 436
    I've done a bunch of hikes in the NorthEast. Nothing over 5500 ft. dress appropriately, bring food/water and let someone know where and when you are going.  Hiking in the winter was my favorite. Can be somewhat tricky and dangerous if you aren't prepared.
  • F Me In The Brain
    F Me In The Brain this knows everybody from other commets Posts: 31,804
    If you have a good running watch it likely has the ability to map where you are going....and tell you how to find your way back out again.
    My sister had to be "found" by a Ranger one time.
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  • Bentleyspop
    Bentleyspop Craft Beer Brewery, Colorado Posts: 11,396
    edited February 2024
    I used to live in Colorado.
    Climbed many peaks above 13k
    Climbed 28 of the 54 14ers (Bentley got to 14)
    Including multiple top outs on Longs Peak.
    I highly recommend as a great physical and at times mental workout.


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  • GlowGirl
    GlowGirl New York, NY Posts: 12,066
    Bentleyspop said:
    I used to live in Colorado.
    Climbed many peaks above 13k
    Climbed 28 of the 54 14ers (Bentley got to 14)
    Including multiple top outs on Longs Peak.
    I highly recommend as a great physical and at time mental workout.


    Bentley!!!

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