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Alex, thanks for posting the pictures. Answers some of my questions for Bob. Looks like quite a hike! [/quote]

Steve,

I think Bob may have been "pushing your leg" with his suggested route. A far more appealing route (at least for me) might be the following:
http://www.climber.org/reports/2012/1809.html
Also, provided no weather issues, it might be doable as a day hike. Finding that "perfect day" would be the trick.
And, it is only 1,000 miles from the bay area eek