got in a pretty epic trip yesterday w/ a buddy- made a big loop just shy of 21 miles and 5000' of gain; went way high off trail for about 8 miles and then dropped down where we hit four different alpine lakes (and taking advantage of bringing a rod :)) gorgeous scenery, little class 3 bouldering, some really pretty cutthroats, lots and lots of wildflowers, mountain goats w/ new kids and even a couple of ice cold IPA's waiting at the truck- life is good!