Bay Area BPL Trip — Trinity Alps “L” Lake

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Hey Jay….I'm in…..

Jay, Are you thinking of hiking on Friday or debauchery at the campground Friday night?

Hey Ken, I guess it depends on what time we manage to get there..I would like to stretch my legs a bit if time permits(get a head start)and if there is a campsite— but I am always up for a little debauchery… I guess play it by ear. Sounds like fun no matter what!

-Jay

I'm with you Jay…..depends on what time we get up there…we're riding together, right?

Yes Dave for sure!! Maybe two others but they have not confirmed…

-Jay

Possible room for one more?

I'm in, unless something happens at work that makes me unable to leave the server room.

Katharina–I'm sure you're welcome to join in…….

possible to ride with anybody?

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We have a head count of 7

All welcome!

A 10 mile hike in the spectacular Trinity Alps!

Car camping Friday night.

I have room on the permit for 3 more. Anyone?

Looking for feedback on this partial gear list. This will be my first cold trip and I want to be as warm as possible at night. Expected weather is clear and temps in the hi 20's – lo 30's at night.

Patagonia hooded synthetic jacket
Helly Hansen windbreaker
Patagonia mid-weight capilene half-zip top
Patagonia lightweight capilene half-zip top
Patogonia lightweight capilene bottoms
Heavy sleeping socks
Optional: Adidas fleece zip-up

MH Sprite tent w/footprint
REI fleece bag liner
GoLite Ultra 20 quilt
Ridgerest 3/4 pad
Optional: Ridgerest full length pad

Any thoughts or suggestions?

Dave do not forget: beanie, gloves or a baklava…A baklava is good to keep the cold air off your face if you are not used to sleeping in cold air. A Baklava can really help..Try Sunrise Mountain Sport for a lightweight one..Every thing else looks good. Don't forget some car camping clothes and change of clothes for the drive back.

That's twice you've had to remind me about gloves!

They're here on the dining room table ready to go.

I have 3.5 oz worth of beanie and neck warmer, too.

I'm stoked, see you Friday.

David, I also have Prolite 4 sleeping pad for you to use(much warmer then the 3/4) Bring the 3/4 for a sit pad and underneath pad for the inflatable sleep pad..The 3/4 pad is good for insulation…

I'll have cold beer and a warm campfire going when you all get there. Permit in hand, come on Friday!

"Last call for alcohal—Happy hour is now enforced by law"

–Jello Biafra

Car camp Friday.
Backpack to L Lake on Saturday morning.
Come out Sunday morning.
Look for nearest In & Out Burger on Sunday afternoon.
Catch up on football scores Sunday night then pass out.
Monday go to Yoga then post trip report and PICTURES!!

I heard that newest member of BPL: "Backpacker Chic" is coming on are trip-Sweet!!— LOL

wish I could join you guys. I just cannot get off of work for those days.

Jay, nice DKs reference

I wish you could make it Ken

Pt. Reyes in January is on the books

how long (days / miles) is a point reyes trip? what dates were you thinking? Permits required? Weather? Might one join you if so inclined and invited?

John,

Having done a BPL trip to Point Reyes with Ken H. last year, my expectations is that the trip is most likely going to be an overniter.

Mileage should be no more than 10 miles in….probably half that.

Here is a link to a photo essay of that trip, if you want an idea of what the area looks like.

http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/thread_display.html?forum_thread_id=18317

Permit required, but should be easy to get….we got ours at the building you see at the parking lot.

Weather at that time of the year Jan-Feb, would be wet-damp and maybe windy; worse case.

Best case, sunny….but still expect some wind and damp considitions due to the possibility of fog rolling in.

Might sound dreary, but I recommend the trip.

I will go if time permits….hopefully there will be a large turn out.

Meeting your fellow BPLers is the best reson to go and to see lots of UL gear.

Can you say GEAR PORN!!!!

Speaking from experience and knowing the BPLer trips….anyone is welcome to join in the fun.

P.S. Ken H. – What is the plan on the snow camping trip at Crocker or Dewey Point in Yosemite???

-Tony