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The Peanut Butter and Mountains PodcastFinally a podcast with everything you've ever wanted for the HYBRID outdoor athlete. This podcast explores the world of endurance feats and outdoor adventures with athletes who specialize in hybrid outdoor sports. Our host and guests have completed... Author: Chad Lubinski Language: en Genres: Nature, Science, Sports, Wilderness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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#139 - I Failed a BIg Hike....Here's What Happened
Wednesday, 9 July, 2025
In this episode, I recount the story of my failed attempt to summit Snowmass Mountain in Colorado's Elk Range and the critical lessons I took away from the experience. I discuss my initial plan, the hike's challenging conditions, and how unanticipated obstacles led me to turn back just 0.2 miles from the summit. Reflecting on the failure, I emphasize the value of making safe decisions, the importance of reliable trip reports, and the impact of group dynamics. Finally, I share my successful return to Snowmass a month and a half later, achieving closure and solidifying key principles for future climbs. MY LINKS: ---Socials---InstagramYouTube --- Gear Lists ----- Free Mountain Newsletter --01:38 The Plan and Initial Challenges02:49 Unexpected Obstacles and Decision Making09:06 Lessons from the First Attempt15:14 A Determined Return: The Second Attempt18:44 Reflections and Takeaways20:44 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action
