Iron Mtn first timer

TRs for the San Gabriel Mountains.
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BrownMtnBob
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Post by BrownMtnBob »

Dec 22: Started at 6:00AM....summit around noon (40mph wind and COLD). Stayed for a while.....back to parking lot at Heaton around 5:00PM.

Wow, I've read how tough this one is, but still, it was surprisingly so. I think it's more difficult than Mt Whitney. Several miles of 40% grade and a number of "roller coasters"??? Definitely wasn't expecting that stuff. All in all, very happy to have done it....but may not do it again. BRUTAL



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What's a climb without a little Johnny Walker Black enjoyed at the summit?
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HikeUp
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Post by HikeUp »

Great TR and congrats on big iron. I am jealous.
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mcphersonm80
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Post by mcphersonm80 »

Great report. Gotta love Iron...

That snowy summit shot is making me want to do it again, damnit. :x
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