Originally Posted by
flatiron
Your kidding, right??? If that is truly the case then all beta s/be changed to reflect such! Guys, it's not that hard, either physically or route finding. If you lack in either department that's ok. But recognize your limits and adjust accordingly. Don't go off 1/2 cocked and hope for best. 1) Get going wayyy early. Real simple. It's a long day no matter what. 2) Do not practice route finding in MIA. Go out and hike, scramble, get off trail, at safer places so you can learn how to use map, compass, gps, but mostly how to hone and know your abilities. Route finding is a blast, but dang, it is a learned skill. NOT doing either puts OTHER people in possible unnecessary serious situations. There is a difference between needing help or rescue because of accident, and being irresponsible. 3) Or be lead by someone who has done and KNOWS the route.
MIA should take 1 hr. 2 if not in shape. 3-???? if not in shape, can't route find, and plan B is have someone else rescue your a-- (in which case don't do it)