Originally Posted by
merider1
But with respect to Crystal Lake, there is no shade whatsoever for the hardest most extended portion of the climb. AND, there is no water once you get to the top (and being in good shape does not mean you can't get overheated). And, I HAVE climbed it in 90+ degrees .
You're preaching to the choir. I know every inch of that climb. I've climbed it in 90+ degree temps. and below 40 temps in the rain (yeah with snow flurrries at the top). I was replying because your friend seemed pretty set on doing it this week and it seemed like he knew it was going to be HOTand you kept talking about the heat. Like you replied, you will be riding elsewhere.