tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4279365566627462854.post6807380776113589008..comments2024-03-12T01:45:06.564-04:00Comments on Hiking in the White Mountains: Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim (Double Crossing)Chris Daileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00225481004115172981noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4279365566627462854.post-9750718113513625792018-04-05T06:13:48.604-04:002018-04-05T06:13:48.604-04:00Got it Chris...Thanks for the reply.
I didn't...Got it Chris...Thanks for the reply.<br /><br />I didn't consider the elevation so better get out there a couple days early.<br /><br />Ideally, I'd like to score a much coveted back country permit to camp at Bright Angel in the canyon. That way I'll have my own built in aid station and the opportunity to bail if I feel defeated after hitting the North rim from the river.<br /><br />I'm sure I'll have more questions soon...Thanks.<br /><br />SteveStevehttp://www.fivebagfit.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4279365566627462854.post-6754065408064014912018-04-02T07:50:12.232-04:002018-04-02T07:50:12.232-04:00Hi Steve,
The footing is much easier than the Pem...Hi Steve,<br /><br />The footing is much easier than the Pemi Loop, so nothing to be intimidated about as far as running, it's really tame, like a dirt ramp, no steep grades. What you have to be careful about is the weather, depending on when you are running it the extreme heat can be deadly and so can lightening storms. <br /><br />Between mid May and mid October the water sources on the North Kaibab Trail are usually on so that helps tremendously for staying hydrated. Make sure you check the grand canyon website for up-to-date water source information. If you go in March or April expect some rotting snow and ice as you head up to the north rim. <br /><br />The other thing to remember is the elevation at the rims is higher than what we're used to, so if you flew in, drove up to the rim, and tried to run right away that could lead to dizziness and headaches. <br /><br />Other than that enjoy the double crossing, you'll have an awesome time that you'll never forget, let me know how it goes.<br /><br />If you have any other questions about the R2R2R or how to get around the South Rim, parking/shuttle service to trailheads email me at cdailey@hpearce.com<br /><br />-ChrisChris Daileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00225481004115172981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4279365566627462854.post-56693345996941405292018-03-28T20:27:49.469-04:002018-03-28T20:27:49.469-04:00Hey Chris,
Great report as always. Man, that run...Hey Chris,<br /><br />Great report as always. Man, that run in with the bats must have been startling.<br /><br />Quick question as I plan my running year. <br /><br />How does running R2R2R compare with the effort it takes to run the Pemi Loop? <br /><br />I'm inspired by all the runners that run the big ditch. But, I have to admit, I'm a little intimidated. <br /><br />I've run the Pemi twice, but R2R2R is another 14 miles.<br /><br />Your thoughts are fully appreciate. <br /><br />Thanks again for sharing your adventures - pure inspiration. <br /><br />SteveStevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18161633747178054452noreply@blogger.com