This has been on our list of peaks to hike for a few years now. Unfortunately we were only able to make it a group of four, as Ty had to work. 😡 Ben was able to grab us some e-bikes from work which is really the only way Amanda and I could have done this without expiring... The ride in is 14.5 km with about 450 m of elevation gain. The e-bikes were a life-saver!! The hike was everything we hoped it might be, and a whole lot more work. 😂 Sam has done another amazing job writing the adventure up on his blog, which you can find here.
Today was one of those experiences I will never forget, and that I will always feel proud about. It might be a little vain, but it will be special for me when I see the recognizable silhouette of Banded Peak in the distance, to know that we were up there for a brief moment in time.
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| Big Elbow Trail Approach |
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| Looking Back Towards The Trail Head, Cougar Mountain In The Background |
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| Still Looking Fresh About Thirty Minutes In... |
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| Sam And Ben In The Distance, Outlaw In The Background, Banded Peak Hidden On The Right |
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| Looking Back Again As We Approach The Col |
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| Sammy - Summit Shot |
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| Benny - Summit Shot |
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| Me On The Descent - Looking Fresh But Feeling Weary 😂 |
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| Mandy, How Did You Feel About This Hike?? 😆 |
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