SaltyDog,
Thanks for the input. I will need to checkout Wenk & Morey.
After I recieved my rejection from the Portal, I connected with Kevin R. in a few messages and started researching starts from Yosemite Valley. He gave me some great information and things to think about. I have already decided to leave "all but essentials" in TM for a quicker start, although i'm not quite sure describing that elevation gain as "quick" is right since it will be a day full of climbing.
I am planning on acclimizing at TM, but will only have one night. My first day is my shortest day, going from Happy Isles to just past Lyell Fork and stopping before I hit Donahue Pass. I have experience at higher altitudes and know what to expect with my acclimization plan since it is not perfect. If I had complete flexibility I would spend a few more days acclimizing. With my current plan i'm sure to experience some altitude effects, but from my experience will be manageable.
Also, thanks for the tip on water. It seems consistant with what I have researched, but will also check out Wenk.
Before a Yo-Yo, lets see how the Yo goes.
