Half Dome Hiking 150+ Times, Cable Route Technique & Advice, Avoid Falls, Permits | Hike Strong Podcast | Ep. 04
Hike Strong Podcast05/22/24 • 57 min
Let's delve into the world of Half Dome hiking, a thrilling Yosemite National Park adventure that requires both safety precautions and a strong dose of motivation. Marcus Shapiro turns to Scott Gehrman, founder of Lasting Adventures, for expertise on the subject. He has summited Half Dome 150+ times with clients brave enough to ascend and descend this majestic peak.
After speaking with Scott, Marcus concluded that his clients' summit success is a testament to the confidence he exudes to his hiking groups. This guy knows everything about Half Dome, and his clients know it and trust him. Below is a sampling of discussion topics:
- What safety and motivational advice do you have for ascending and descending Half Dome?
- How can you overcome the intimidation of ascending and descending Half Dome?
- Share cable route instructions you impart to your hiking groups.
- How do you explain passing or letting hikers pass on the cable route?
- What technique do you recommend for ascending and descending?
- Discuss fitness tips you provide to your backpacking and hiking clients.
- Discuss safety gear that some Half Dome hikers use.
- What kind of shoes and gloves should you wear on the cable route?
- Can you leave your gear at the base of Half Dome?
- How much time does it take to complete a round trip?
- Discuss attempting a summit when the cables are down.
- How do snow and rain affect the Half Dome experience?
- Discuss how to avoid falling.
- Discuss the backpacking itineraries you offer that end with a Half Dome summit.
- Discuss what months the cable route is intact.
- Share details about the Mist Trail.
- Talk about accessing permits to summit Half Dome.
Scott Gehrman / Lasting Adventures
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05/22/24 • 57 min
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