Steep, exposed ridgeline climb in early March snow season — conditioning hike with views of Baldy and Wilson.
Strawberry was about momentum. With Baldy and San G inaccessible under snow, it became a proving ground. It wasn’t the tallest or longest climb, but it demanded summit-level focus on steep ridges and icy patches. This log marks the transition from winter conditioning into spring summit season.
Minimalist fasted-state setup: Salomon ADV Skin 5 vest with 2.5L water with 1 LMNT, light traction for icy patches, Arc’teryx base layer for cold but clear conditions.