Hello All,
During the past 4 weekends I have hiked 90% of the JMT. Based on those outings and other time trials I have officially decided to try and break the unsupported record. I will head to the Sierras this weekend to start acclimating and plan to start hiking midweek-ish. I hope to finish no later than Sunday night. I'm aware that many record attempts may be starting the following week (presumably to take advantage of the August full moon). If I am fortunate enough to break the record I'll try to post it as soon as possible for those quickly following my attempt. I expect to be in a pretty sad state at Happy Isles (if I make it) so it may be as late as Tuesday before I return home and am able to post my time.
Given no one here knows who I am (first post!) here's a link to a trip report to give you all an idea of the preparation that has gone into this record attempt.
Thanks to all the previous record holders and attempts! I have studied each one closely and learned so much from all of them. The probability of a successful hike would certainly be ~0 if if it weren't for the past attempts and accounts guiding me in this effort.
Wish me luck!
Brett
