Torreys Peak via Kelso Ridge, Front Range, Colorado

We summited popular Front Range 14er Torreys Peak via class 3 Kelso Ridge, which rises about 2000ft in 1 mile. Compared to the standard route which I used to summit Grays/Torreys a few years ago, this route is much more fun, as it offers lots of scrambling opportunities, including several engaging class 3 sections. There is also a 30-40ft long Knife Edge at 14,000’ with high exposure on both sides. It’s a great training route for getting into higher class 3/4 terrain. Total stats from upper Grays Peak TH: 6.8 miles with 3,000ft elevation gain
Music:
Life in Motion, by Scott Buckley
Rise, by Punch Deck
#14ers

[@larryrasmussen4805]

Beautiful photography and great capture of this ridge hike!

[@rugged9769]

Thank you so much!

[@markjeffries5966]

Congratulations, you intrepid climbers! Very appropriate music. Interesting route.
Beautiful sunrise colors. Thanks!

[@rugged9769]

Thanks Mark. Much appreciated

[@TrekkingTheRockies]

Incredible climb and video. Thanks for taking me along. The knife edge looks like great practice for Capitol Peak.

[@rugged9769]

It certainly is. Need plenty of practice before we take on that mountain. Thanks Vickie

[@pw2883]

I enjoy watching these more challenging hikes that require some skill to complete. Gorgeous early morning sky/ridge scenery at 0:41.
P.S. I think more verbal commentary would be a big improvement to your videos.

[@rugged9769]

Thanks for the comment/suggestion

[@raviraivat]

What date did you do this on?

[@rugged9769]

@@raviraivat June 28th 2024