learning BGR sections

[Bob]

Anyone got any thoughts on the value of a 'steady-away' 3day backpack / trot around BGR as an initial famaliariser? Last time I walked something before then running it was Burnsall fell race but accept this is ever so slightly different!

Not a bad way to recce the route. Two advantages that I can see:

1. You are not under pressure to get back to the car or do X miles so you can take the time to check out the best lines or areas you think you may have nav trouble.
2. Even with lightweight camping kit you are going be carrying a few kilos of weight which will improve your hill fitness.

Maybe best done as a final recce a month or so before an attempt so as to get the best fitness benefits.

[MorganW]

Maybe best done as a final recce a month or so before an attempt so as to get the best fitness benefits.

Bob's a bit more "scientific" than me DT as you can see.

I'd squeeze it in whenever you can.

And if you are going to do this, will you PM me please because I really might fancy the trot out with you (and Mrs BGSec if she's up for it).

[Derby Tup]

Bob's a bit more "scientific" than me DT as you can see.

I'd squeeze it in whenever you can.

And if you are going to do this, will you PM me please because I really might fancy the trot out with you (and Mrs BGSec if she's up for it).

It's not likely to be before next spring but keep an eye on the recce thread

[Mr1470]

It's not likely to be before next spring but keep an eye on the recce thread

Derby Tup - I'd join you for that as well. It's something I've been thinking of doing. Only question is....c/w or anti?

[Hanneke]

Can I join the posse? I was planning on doing the round in two days next spring camping somewhere midway-ish...

[Hanneke]

Also, for some strange reason that I do not understand, could be genetic, after all I am Dutch, we do loads of downhills even before we are born I never seem to have too much trouble descending, not even when knackered...

[stevefoster]

Anyone got any thoughts on the value of a 'steady-away' 3day backpack / trot around BGR as an initial famaliariser? Last time I walked something before then running it was Burnsall fell race but accept this is ever so slightly different!

Sounds a good idea, i'll have to bring me teddy though

[Hanneke]

I never travel anywhere without my teddy

[southernsoftie]

I'd be up for this 'n'all if you wouldn't mind?? Will have to see how good I've been nearer the time though

[Donkarlo]

Went through my maps last night marking the route, I can see the advantages of the 1:40,000 map, having all the route on one sheet. Think I might have to invest. Two/Three day back pack sounds like a good plan I would think good places to camp would probably be, Grizedale Tarn, for a wild camp night 1, then Wasdale Head for pub and conveniences night 2. PLenty of time to weigh up lines etc.
Just looking at the maps last night the possibilities are endless regarding route choice. Guess thats why I need to get up there soon. Got two weeks in Cuba at the beginning of December then its all in from then on.
Is December too early to start carbing up ?!! All inclusive and all that !