CT Guidebook / Databook mileage

imported
#1

Comparing the databook and guidebook, it appears that there is a difference in mileage from Denver of about 1.2 miles, I notice this around Carson Saddle. Does anyone know which book is the more reliable source of mileage throughout the trail? For reference I am looking at the 5th Edition Databook and the 8th edition guidebook.

Stephen / Birdog

#2

The Data Book is correct. There was a route adjustment and re-survey in Segment 5 near Kenosha Pass that was not accounted for in the Guidebook.

This means you will get to Durango 20 minutes earlier than you first thought.

bearcreek

#3

OMG!,Birdog, That’s really important! I’m sure that if the starving folks in the Sudan knew that they would quit being so selfish.

And here all I was worried about was my equipment and food. What’s a girl to do?

sjhikes