May get to the Black Hills this fall and was wondering if anyone here has been up Harney Peak. What are the trails like? Can it be done BF or are they to rocky? Looks like it would be a fun hike.
Looks like a great hike. I sure you will do fine Go Barefoot. Just keep adding some rough terrain into your running routine. Keep those feet flexible and tough with foot drills and massage. Practice downhill in rough conditions before your hike. Downhill has always been my weak point in my barefoot hiking. Sometimes I cheat with trekking poles, but they not only save my feet, but also my knees.
I second that.Sometimes I cheat with trekking poles, but they not only save my feet, but also my knees.
This will be my first BF hike and I sure need to do some training to prepare for this. You mention foot drills. Can you tell me what to do for them or where to find some good foot drill photos, videos, etc. I will search for some this evening on the net. Are there specific ones you recommend? There doesnt seem to be many options nearby as far as natural trails (most of the trails nearby are paved) I can travel to for training. There are some dirt road hills I can travel to for training on hills which may help some.
Thanks for the tips! I'll have to work on these. I'm planning on walking some distance on a gravel road tonight for some conditioning. Hoping to go for about 30 minutes but we will see how far I get on the gravel.