Not a bad way to recce the route. Two advantages that I can see:Originally Posted by Derby Tup
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!
Maybe best done as a final recce a month or so before an attempt so as to get the best fitness benefits.
- 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.
- Even with lightweight camping kit you are going be carrying a few kilos of weight which will improve your hill fitness.
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