John,

I think MR route is the most difficult day-hike I have done.

It provided good training for my Granite Peak climb scheduled for aug 2014. I first attempted Granite Peak in aug 2012 via the SW coloir route, which I read was a class-3 route, I turned around at the beginning of the actual class-3 climb, due to fear of exposed scramble. I think the SW coloir is comparable to the MR final climb in terms of the steepness. The SW coloir is actually steeper and the rocks are looser, and more exposed, but comparable.

I am now better prepared.

Originally Posted By: John Sims
Hi Alex,
Congratulations to you and your group!
I really enjoyed your Trip Report. I felt that I was right there with you.
Any comments on how you might compare the MR with other hikes you have done?
Hwy 120, when it is open, is by far the best route from the bay area. The drive through Yosemite Park/Tuolumne meadows is very nice, and on week days does not really slow you down much. Normally faster than Bakersfield, and always much prettier.
Regards,
John


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