Catching up a bit on this one. I had the pleasureof meeting Jun, Scott W, and Dorsimus bright and early this morning at my favorite trailhead. We set out for a Malan's Peak run/hike in the still full black of early morning. Jun led out with me running behind the group giving directions as best I could. I didn' t wear a watch so Ihad no idea of the pace, but it felt fast. I felt all out of sorts, probably the early start as I typically run in the afternoon/evening. I was great cruising along chatting as we made our way up the mellower grade in Taylor Canyon. On the steeper section Jun and I stayed pretty close together with Scott and Dors not too far back. I hit the peak a bit ahead of Jun and turned out my light sat down and enjoyed the view. Jun came up and stopped his watch, and his time was just under 40 minutes, which is a great time, espescially for a first ascent. Dors was next follwed by Scott, I think everyone was under 45 minutes, which all is a fast ascent. Hilarious to watch Jun try to get a decent "peak jumping" pic of Scott. I always assumed it was one take deal, but 4-5 pics later they seemed to get one they were satisfied with. We a great time hanging out waiting for it to get light enough to run down without lights. A unique experience for me as I think this was the first time I have ever been on the peak with another person. The banter between Scott and Jun had me rolling.
Jun led the descent and I followed, trying and not succeeding in keeping pace. That guy can fly downhill, smooth and fast. I think Dorsimus was right behind me, and he seemed much more comfortabel than me at the pace. Great time, hope we can get out again, SLC trails soon....well maye in the spring.
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