Altitude kicked my butt. Knowing that I have problems above 7000 ft, I had a plan that involved a bit of suffering (two peaks are above 8000). Instead, my problems started at 5000, making for a lot of suffering. Eastern Sierra was the only double I DNF'd last year (eight completions). It took me 12 hours to do 120 miles. Sagehen was the final peak and I just couldn't get over it. Another couple of miles and I could have made it over the top and the long, slow descent back to Bishop, but I was wiped out by the effects of altitude.

Btw, everybody raves about the scenery on the Eastern Sierra Double. That's great, if you are not suffering like a dog. Otherwise, who cares.

Have I mentioned how much I enjoy doing doubles?