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In this video I talk about the four reasons why winter hiking in Colorado is so difficult. Although winter hiking is a different beast, it can offer seclusion, new routes and even more beautiful views if you are prepared for the new challenges.
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Useful Links:
Colorado Avalanche Information Center: avalanche.state.co.us/
CalTopo (use slope angle shading filter): caltopo.com/map.html#ll=39.06...
The winter gear I use:
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Kahtoola Microspikes: amzn.to/31KwwM5
Hillsound Microspikes: amzn.to/3bv0b0b
Crampons: amzn.to/37kpzT7
Crampon Bag: amzn.to/37i7apV
La Sportiva Trango Hiking Boots (Men's): amzn.to/2wcdTFj
La Sportiva Trango Hiking Booths (Women's): amzn.to/2UJG9cA
La Sportiva Mountaineering Boots: amzn.to/3bu1lJp
Snowshoes (similar pair to what I have): amzn.to/2Hgx4jq
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