Gotta update that website! Some of those pix are 4 years old, and I've some much better ones to offer.
Most of my cycling in the Sierra has been Bishop-northwards, so I haven't done the Cottonwood/Whitney climbs yet. One of these days, though. And when I do, I'll reward myself with something from the Lone Pine Cafe.
Kudos for getting up Shepherd's Pass. Backpacking is tough ... kicks my arse every time ... and that trail is brutal!
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