Advice on Altitude Prep
Posted: Fri Dec 28, 2012 4:24 pm
Living in the "right" coast all my life I've spend most of my time in ADK's, Whites, VT, and ME. I'm looking to venutre out and begin hitting some 14er's in CO. I'm a big fan of snow/ice but not going to try winter until I have a much better feel for the CO's Mt.'s.
One issue I'm concerned about is adjustment to the altitude. I've purchaed Bezruchka's Altitide Ilness: Prevention & Treatment.
From what I can gather it sure can be specific to an individual irregardless of fitness level. That said, I would really appreciate anyone willing to tell me there experience coming from flatlander areas to 10k - 14k elevation.
I'm entering a totally new realm for me and want to understand as much as I possibly can before experiencing it for myself. I tend to like to "assault" a peak. I'll get up 330AM drive 6hrs to Mt. Washington (NH) hit Hunnington, summit, and come down Lion head or Tuckerman's.....hit the brewery in Franconia for food and a drink....and back home. Usually a 22hr day depending upon driving conditions home.
My shcedule is pretty crazy so for me, as much as I'd like it, a week in CO isn't going to happen. Short duration will most likely be my window of opportunity. Shorter duration will also allow me 2 and possibly 3 trips in a year!
Sooo wanting to hear others experiences. Haven't had any issues being at 6288ft....but that sure isn't much height.
Any advice is sure welcome!
Thanks in advance, Sean
One issue I'm concerned about is adjustment to the altitude. I've purchaed Bezruchka's Altitide Ilness: Prevention & Treatment.
From what I can gather it sure can be specific to an individual irregardless of fitness level. That said, I would really appreciate anyone willing to tell me there experience coming from flatlander areas to 10k - 14k elevation.
I'm entering a totally new realm for me and want to understand as much as I possibly can before experiencing it for myself. I tend to like to "assault" a peak. I'll get up 330AM drive 6hrs to Mt. Washington (NH) hit Hunnington, summit, and come down Lion head or Tuckerman's.....hit the brewery in Franconia for food and a drink....and back home. Usually a 22hr day depending upon driving conditions home.
My shcedule is pretty crazy so for me, as much as I'd like it, a week in CO isn't going to happen. Short duration will most likely be my window of opportunity. Shorter duration will also allow me 2 and possibly 3 trips in a year!
Sooo wanting to hear others experiences. Haven't had any issues being at 6288ft....but that sure isn't much height.
Any advice is sure welcome!
Thanks in advance, Sean