Pinkham Notch to Androscoggin River - 22 miles
22 miles in 10 hours (no stopping and solid hiking). . . yeah it's that tough. Very tough climb out of Pinkham to Wildcat Mtn first thing, then lots of gnarly wet rocks and a solid day of cold drizzle. The descent into Pinkham off of Mt. Madison may be the most difficult descent on the Trail, and the ascent across Rt.16 may be the toughest climb thus far. Glad to have this one in the books. Only about 16 more miles and we'll be in Maine! Tackling the notorious Mahoosucs tomorrow in what will most likely be another very long day to cover 50K. Will I have a new "toughest mile" to talk about? . . . probably so.
Can't believe you're closing in on Maine! It seems only last week we ran in SNP. All the best the next 10 days!
ReplyDeleteMaine--almost there! Enjoy the rest of your journey and keep posting! (We're reading, even if not commenting often, and are enjoying experiencing the trail vicariously through you)
ReplyDeleteI don't want any part of those 22 miles if it took you ten hours to cover! It'd take me a whole day.
ReplyDeleteHelp is on the way. I'm sure that Adam will appreciate DL's company on the trail and Kadra will enjoy rolling with LL. DT
ReplyDeleteYou can hear Main a barking. That is so wonderful. Your dream is quickly aproaching reality. Continue onward.
ReplyDeleteWe've been reading, watching and praying. What a wonderful journey! Enjoy these final days!
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