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Topic Name: Coconino Loop questions
on: August 19, 2009, 12:18:26 AM
Rob
Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, Ca
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Coconino Loop questions
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August 19, 2009, 12:18:26 AM »
I'm going to do the Coconino Loop race this Oct and I had a few questions about what gear to bring for this.
First off, Sleeping bag. I have a really lightweight 40 deg bag that works well for me down to 30-35 deg, as long as I have my arm/leg warmers and wool socks on, and I'll have a liner too. Can I expect colder temps than this?
How many chances are there to stop for food and supplies and at what towns?
I plan on bringing two 100 oz bladders and two 24oz bottles. Is this enough? I have a Katadyn Vario filter.
If anyone from Southern Ca. is interested in carpooling to this, please let me know!
Thanks
Rob
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Reply #1
on: August 19, 2009, 05:00:09 AM
AZTtripper
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Re: Coconino Loop questions
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August 19, 2009, 05:00:09 AM »
I am looking forward to seeing the track for this one that should help with the water and supplies ?.
As for the sleeping system that should do unless we get a really cold early winter storm but even then you should be fine as long as you keep fairly dry.
I can carry 2 100 oz bladders if I have to not sure if I will until we see the track but then they are pretty light when empty. If you need more for one section do you have room in the pack for a liter or 2 of store bought bottles that would be an easy solution.
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Reply #2
on: August 20, 2009, 08:54:37 AM
ScottM
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Re: Coconino Loop questions
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August 20, 2009, 08:54:37 AM »
Rob--
Tons of food (relatively speaking) on this route. Sedona, Cottonwood and Williams are on the route and have restaurants/grocery.
You might need more than ~150oz of water capacity, especially if it's warm. Depends on your timing a bit, too.
I'd be surprised to see freezing temps anywhere on the route in early October. Probably only if a big cold/storm front rolls in.
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Topic Name: Coconino Loop questions
Reply #3
on: August 20, 2009, 03:45:43 PM
Rob
Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, Ca
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August 20, 2009, 03:45:43 PM »
Thanks for the replies. So it looks like I have everything I need then. Can't wait.
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