The Wave (3-day): pushed our limits
Apr 16-18, 20261 person1 min read
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Isaac Romero
1 reports
4.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
4
3-day on the wave. Key observations below.
- route: wire pass route w/ waypoint checks at major slickrock turns
- weather: wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier.
- trail: slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.
- water: water management was the main planning task for the day.
- crowds: crowded
overall 4/5. Difficulty 4/5. Scenery 5/5.
Bottom line: break in boots at home.
Do your homework first.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Apr 2026Weather
Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier.
Trail
Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.
Water
Water management was the main planning task for the day.
Crowds
Crowded
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Know the signs of altitude.
- •Break in boots at home.
- •Test new gear before the trip.
- •Tape hot spots before they blister.
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