Congrats on the hike. I think 8 hrs sounds about right for a training hike. I'm not too fast either. I'm sure it was beautiful up at the summit as it was a gorgeous day.
Wilson is under rated in my opinion. No altitude, but strong grades. My wife's knee had a tough time up there last year, and earlier this year, I forgot about an appt and had to run most of the way down it.
Any water on Devil's Slide?
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