Redwall route in Flint (Shinumo/Tuna Loop)
I am hoping to do Steck's Shinumo-Tuna loop this Fall. Some in my group are very concerned about the Redwall section near the top of Flint Creek. I...
Bob Bordasch 2011-02-11 13:46:50 #64133
Re: Next day "Kaibab Wobble" going down the canteen steps..
Here's an exercise that worked well for me. This and simple lunges with a weighted medicine ball are easy to do at home.
Set up a "step" about a foot off...
sumiwada 2011-02-11 12:53:59 #64132
Re: Next day "Kaibab Wobble" going down the canteen steps..
I agree with Steve. There is no months of prep that I do. I stay in reasonable shape, ratchet up the local day hikes I do (no pack, just day pack) right...
JoshC 2011-02-11 12:34:41 #64131
Re: Next day "Kaibab Wobble" going down the canteen steps..
At 68 years, nothing works very well . . however.
1. The only way to train for hiking in the Grand Canyon is to "Hike in the Grand Canyon". Just go on in and...
Steve Nelson 2011-02-11 12:23:01 #64130
Re: Next day "Kaibab Wobble" going down the canteen steps..
To avoid leg fatigue I like to take frequent breaks (every hour to 90 minutes). During the break I take my boots off, lie down on my back, and raise my feet...
chicago_hiker 2011-02-11 11:47:21 #64129
Re: Phantom Canyon Redwall Climb
I would echo the comments of Doug and Bob. I have been through the Cranberry route three times, but have twice been stymied by the Redwall route in upper...
DennisF 2011-02-11 10:45:11 #64128
Re: Next day "Kaibab Wobble" going down the canteen steps..
I agree with you John, I climb up and down 64 flights, five days a week and encounter no pain or "Kaibab Shuffle" on the trails. Great training alternative...
Normhikes 2011-02-11 07:03:16 #64127
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