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Jan 15 2017
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35 male
 Joined Mar 06 2016
 Salt River Valle
The Ropes TrailNorthwest, AZ
Northwest, AZ
Canyoneering avatar Jan 15 2017
arizona_waterTriplogs 118
Canyoneering4.99 Miles 1,247 AEG
Canyoneering4.99 Miles   2 Hrs   50 Mns   1.85 mph
1,247 ft AEG      8 Mns Break
 
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This is by far my favorite hike I have done in the Page area. It is also one of my favorite short day-hikes ever. Thanks so much to @paleorob for the beta on this route. The adrenaline rush of going down each drop as you descend to the river is thrilling. I highly recommend this route, but caution you to assess the quality of the cables before descending/ascending. Some of them are starting to rust out. I also would not recommend doing this route after it rains. It had rained the day before we arrived, and most of the sandstone was dry. But it was still difficult to get good traction with vibram soles. It was still doable, but felt a little sketchy without the normal dry sandstone. The plus side of doing this hike in the winter: hardly anyone was around :D

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average hiking speed 1.85 mph

WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.

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