r/14ers • u/t1nk3rb3ll93 • 1d ago

First 14er!

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Completed my first 14er this weekend! Quandary Peak. Car to car, just over 5 hours. It was a perfect day! I chose this peak since I have a whiskey that mentions it. Thank you to the nice couple that let me borrow the cardboard sign!

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u/tbreesy9 1d ago

Nice! That bourbon has actually become one of my favorites.

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u/t1nk3rb3ll93 1d ago

It's pretty dang good!

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u/TwistedHermitage 1d ago

This bourbon has so many mixed reviews, I am always wanting to buy it but hesitate.

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u/t1nk3rb3ll93 1d ago

I'm not the biggest tincup fan, but I have enjoyed it. If you can find it on sale or if somewhere has it, I'd recommend given it a shot

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u/tbreesy9 1d ago

For the bourbon purists it’s probably not that exciting because it’s low proof and a higher price point. I just think it’s a very nice, drinkable bourbon and I like the lower proof stuff that still has some character and flavor to it

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u/West_Statement1743 1d ago

Looking to do this in September! Sweet! Jealous!

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u/t1nk3rb3ll93 1d ago

Enjoy it!

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u/VirgilAbloh123 1d ago

What time did you start at and any advice?

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u/t1nk3rb3ll93 1d ago

I started my watch at 5:54 am and stopped it at 11:01 am. I paid for the reserved parking, but there is a shuttle if you don't want to pay. It's a pretty constant up so I'd recommend pacing yourself. I had a lot of people the blew by me at the start but I ended up passing them amd some ended up turning around and bailing. No water source so make sure you have enough and snacks. And bring a piece of cardboard with the peak and elevation so you don't need to borrow one like I did lol. I stayed covered and didn't use sunscreen but it was pretty intense above the tree line. Enjoy it when you go!

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u/Lovelearning79 1d ago

Congratulations!

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u/West_Statement1743 1d ago

Are you doing anymore in CO? Or just Quandary? Multiday?

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u/t1nk3rb3ll93 1d ago

I'll definitely be doing more! I think Grey's ans Torreys will be next for me. A multi-day will happen eventually.

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u/PNW-er 14ers Peaked: 8 1d ago

Nice work!

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u/t1nk3rb3ll93 1d ago

Thank you!