I was fortunate enough to be a part of the team of 5 (including Andrew) that summited Longs last night. The mountain did not go quietly into the night as it rained and misted on us for a good deal of the climb, the rock was soaking wet with lots of running water, we were fogged in with as little as 50ft of visibility for most of the upper mountain (THANK GOD FOR BULLSEYES!), snow in the Trough was good, but snow on the Homestretch was 3-6" of fresh mush on top of the slab with some ice. Very fortunate to share the trail with a great group of guys and watch Andrew methodically work his way through the difficulties, even after 9days+ on his feet. Congrats Andrew, and rest up, you've earned it.
We were welcomed at the 11250ft mark by 30-50 people at 2:20am on a weekday, it was an awesome scene for sure. Now back to work on 1.5h of sleep, totally worth it.
Eric
2015 14er Speed Record Attempt
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thebeave7
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Re: 2015 14er Speed Record Attempt
Me fail English? That's unpossible. http://www.ericjlee.com/Blogs
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zinj
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Re: 2015 14er Speed Record Attempt
I see Andrew's deLorme track on I-270 just east of I-76, 5,102 ft elevation.
What's that? We're not doing that anymore?
What's that? We're not doing that anymore?
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Mountainspirit
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Re: 2015 14er Speed Record Attempt
An amazing accomplishment - congratulations to Andrew and all who support him!!
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Because my cup doth overflow
With the beauty of the days gone by." - Van Morrison
Because my cup doth overflow
With the beauty of the days gone by." - Van Morrison
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appleseeds
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Re: 2015 14er Speed Record Attempt
Congratulations, Andrew and team! And in 14ers.com style, I hope there's a trip report for this. 
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Re: 2015 14er Speed Record Attempt
zinj wrote:I see Andrew's deLorme track on I-270 just east of I-76, 5,102 ft elevation.
What's that? We're not doing that anymore?
It would severely diminish the scale of his accomplishment if he didn't tag the Commerce City highpoint.
Go Andrew!
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doggler
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Re: 2015 14er Speed Record Attempt
Congratulations Andrew - first-time REPEAT record holder. I wonder how many professional athletes have had a hiatus of 16 years between championships?
Enjoy the accomplishment, and may the journey be at the top of your deathbed highlight reel in 50 years.
Enjoy the accomplishment, and may the journey be at the top of your deathbed highlight reel in 50 years.
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JJJR
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Re: 2015 14er Speed Record Attempt
Beautiful smiles!MtnChick wrote:SHORTER SUPPORT CREW!
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A hearty well done---what a feat and display of focus!!
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DeepEnd
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Re: 2015 14er Speed Record Attempt
WOW! Incredible.....Congrats Andrew! 
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KentonB
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Re: 2015 14er Speed Record Attempt
What a great forum to wake up to! Congratulations Andrew! Enjoy some much-deserved rest! 
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rocky_mtn_high
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Re: 2015 14er Speed Record Attempt
Thanks for sharing the celebration photos. Amazing what a class act Cave Dog is!
Re: 2015 14er Speed Record Attempt
Congrats Andrew, it was fun following along. Now get some rest and give your family/friends a big hug for all the support.
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- Dalai Lama, when asked about what surprises him the most about humanity
- Dalai Lama, when asked about what surprises him the most about humanity
