November 13, 2023 Mountain height:2355 m Elevation gain:780 m Ascent time:3:10 Descent time:2:40 Scrambling with
Mark. Given the decent
weather forecast for the front ranges, this eventually turned into a very
disappointing day. We expected clear skies around Nihahi Ridge but as soon as
some elevation was gained, the blue was replaced with grey, views to the west
ceased to exist, and the wind made for brutally cold conditions. In fact, we
considered bailing on even attempting the south summit of the ridge. However, two
brave individuals were ahead of us, making good progress up the increasingly
challenging ridge. We continued on, soon crossing paths as they descended. The
two had made the south summit and then bailed. We did the same. At the summit,
conditions were unfriendly, at best! No views and an intolerably cold wind
prompted a hasty retreat, after we took a mere handful of photos. Could have been
better but could have been worse. We’ll take it just for the exercise!
