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Leaving Cupid.
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Scramble:
RT 13.0 (includes Cupid, Torreys and Grays); 1.5 up from Cupid. After
circling like dogs in a whiteout on the broad summit of Cupid
and having to use our navigational tools for orientation, the
sun started to occasionally shine through the fascinating
multi-layered clouds. We
continued along the connecting ridge. As we proceeded, visibility
improved and
wind seemed to diminish as well. With better
conditions, we charged on with renewed enthusiasm. We started seeing
Grizzly Peak when the clouds
lifted; following a drop to the saddle, a
steep ascent awaited. During the climb, we tried to stay on rock as
much as possible and
took turns postholing up snow-drifted pockets. After a good grunt, we
topped out on the summit. The weather kept improving, from Grizzly we
could see the significant descent to the saddle between our next
objective, Torreys Peak. The top of the tall mountain, a 14er, remained
shrouded in cloud making an appearance at times. Our traverse looked
promising but it also became apparent that by continuing, our level of
commitment was increasing. With implied understanding of that matter,
we carried on
towards Torreys and Grays Peaks.
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Time out.
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Looking back
at Loveland Pass U.S. 6.
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The sun
makes an appearance!
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Visibility
is improving.
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Grizzly Peak
comes into view.
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Postholing
up Grizzly's steep slopes.
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The route we
have travelled so far with Cupid on the right.
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Nearing the
top of Grizzly Peak.
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A bit more
postholing required.
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Looking at A
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Losing
visibility momentarily.
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Tim reaches
the top.
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Take the picture already!
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Continue
on to Torreys Peak
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