Duck Pass, August 16 2015

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Duck Pass, August 16 2015

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I'm surprised I haven't heard more about this hike. One of my favorites so far. It seems like a decent acclimation hike leading up to Mt. Whitney if you're in the area: Here's a link to the first trip report and full gallery: Duck Pass, August 16 2015

...and some highlights. Clicking on a photo will bring you to the trip report/photos:

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really nice. The rest of the photos are equally good!
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Good stuff! My wife and I hiked over to Duck Pass on Aug. 14...beautiful hike!!
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Thank you for another enjoyable TR and pictures. Nice site too, are you planning to write a review on your Oboz Traverse Lows?
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Thanks!

I haven't written a review of the Oboz Traverse Lows, but another ambassador has. I have a huge backlog of reviews - I will write one eventually, it's just not a priority. In general, they're comfortable and I like them for shorter hikes. I have foot issues and anything other than a boot with a full shank seems to destroy my feet if I hike more than ~12 miles

Traverse Lows - http://obozfootwear.com/trail-tales/amb ... averse-low
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