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Back from The Wave: gear choices worked

Mar 31-31, 20265 people1 min read
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Sean Porter

1 reports

5.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
3
The Wave w/ the pup. We went Classic out-and-back from Wire Pass before heat builds starting at 6:25 AM. Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning. Sand sections were soft but easy to follow w/ track lines. Questions welcome.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Mar 2026

Weather

Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning.

Trail

Sand sections were soft but easy to follow with track lines.

Water

No refill options at all, which drove our turnaround time.

Crowds

Moderate

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Tape hot spots before they blister.
  • Sunglasses are not optional.
  • Bring the rain layer even if clear.
  • Gaiters for scree.
  • Extra socks change everything.
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