#111 Climbing Mount Baker — Step-By-Step

 Join coaches Leif Whittaker and Larry Goldie as they provide a comprehensive guide for climbing Mount Baker, covering preparation, gear, and strategies for a typical 3-day guided ascent. Leif and Larry discuss essential equipment, packing tips, camping techniques, and nutrition strategies for mountaineering, as well as the importance of proper training and pacing during the climb. They also offer insights into the daily expectations of the climb, including the approach hike, glacier skills training, and the challenges of summit day, emphasizing safety and environmental considerations throughout the journey.To submit your own training questions, or if would like to learn more about the Evoke Endurance community, contact us here.Episode Guide00:00:00 Introduction00:01:39 What makes Baker unique and special00:03:46 Step 1: Gear check00:06:11 Essential and under-rated gear for climbing Baker00:14:55 Practical pack-loading tips00:19:18 Step 2: Approaching your chosen route00:22:39 Using trekking poles and approach shoes00:25:25 Staying below aerobic threshold 00:28:05 Step 3: Arriving at high-camp00:30:00 First night at high-camp and securing your gear00:36:41 Carry extra fuel to melt snow00:37:49 Go-to back-country meals and snacks00:45:24 Step 4: glacier skills00:47:37 Efficiency of movement00:50:54 Other important skills00:54:47 The night before a summit bid and the alpine start01:00:24 Step 5: summit day01:00:59 Quick fuels for summit day01:03:34 Applying warm layers and sunscreen during rest periods01:06:09 Final push up the Roman Headwall01:07:18 The summit is the half-way point01:09:31 Descending safely01:11:27 Step 6: Back to camp, and down to the trail-head01:16:18 Training considerations for Baker01:23:39 Go into the trip well rested01:25:24 Where to learn more

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