As much as fitness goals should really be based on yourself and not concerned with what others are doing, I tend to find enjoyment and thus greater motivation when there’s some friendly competition involved. As such, I’m opening up a “time trial” of sorts on a front range hike that I use as a training hike (until the high country opens up this summer). If you’re a fellow front range Coloradan (or maybe just stopping by) post your GPS confirmed time on the Mt Morrison trail just outside of Morrison CO. I’ll come up with some end of summer prize that the winners (one winner for each weight class) can show off to all of hunttalk and the world.
This hike is chosen based on proximity and the fact that the duration will hopefully make it easier to do frequently. There are going to be two weight classes: light (20 lbs) and heavy (60 lbs), so include your weight in your entry. In the sake of fitness goals, I think multiple entries is fine, or you can update your post with your best time as it comes.
That being said, I will start things off with my first go today:
Pack weight: 20 lbs
Total time to summit: 1:03:13
Proof:
The timer starts after passing the gate at the start of the trail:
And the timer stops after reaching the concrete pad on the summit:
This time trial does NOT include the decline, which has a couple scrambling sections that people could get hurt on if rushing. I’m hopeful this can be a fun way to get in better shape for the season, so stay safe, have fun, and enjoy the beautiful views!
This hike is chosen based on proximity and the fact that the duration will hopefully make it easier to do frequently. There are going to be two weight classes: light (20 lbs) and heavy (60 lbs), so include your weight in your entry. In the sake of fitness goals, I think multiple entries is fine, or you can update your post with your best time as it comes.
That being said, I will start things off with my first go today:
Pack weight: 20 lbs
Total time to summit: 1:03:13
Proof:
The timer starts after passing the gate at the start of the trail:
And the timer stops after reaching the concrete pad on the summit:
This time trial does NOT include the decline, which has a couple scrambling sections that people could get hurt on if rushing. I’m hopeful this can be a fun way to get in better shape for the season, so stay safe, have fun, and enjoy the beautiful views!
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I might try yours if I get over to the Front Range and have some time. 
