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Mammoth Trip, 2022

September 25

Chocolate Peak



There was a lot of climbing, and now there is a lot of descending. It isn't a long hike, but I'm fairly frustrated at how tired I am already. Well, it's the first day at altitude.


On the bright side - my tendon that was causing all the trouble months ago seems healed up! And the new boots offer traction I have not experienced in a very long time. That is all very promising! I'm still slow and cautious descending, partially because I haven't become accustomed yet to the grippier soles and uninjured feet. And, hey, this hike will already be longer than anything we did in June! -F.


My old boots weren't as worn as Frank's, but I definitely enjoyed the better traction of my new boots. -S