The non-standard14er Podcast

"Practice Suffering" Andrew Hamilton 14er Speed Record Holder Part 2: Episode 39

In part 2 of our conversation with the Colorado 14er Speed Record Holder, Andrew Hamilton, we learn all about the logistics and about his support team during this 2015 record breaking attempt. We also get to hear more about doing “Holy Nolans” and got a sneak peak of his plans for the Centennial Record attempt set for late June this year.  We also got to ask Bad Dad what advice he’d give to everyone doing 14ers---the answer might surprise you! 

14er Speed Record Holder Andrew Hamilton: Episode 38

Colorado 14er Speed Record Holder (9 days, 21 hours and 51 minutes), Andrew Hamilton joins the Non-Standard 14er Podcast.  We got to learn about the evolution of the speed record, his 1999 attempt, his interactions with previous record-holders and the logistics of climbing all the 14ers in under 10 days in July 2015.  Andrew or “Bad Dad” also holds the Winter record for Nolans 14 and has set summer records for the Summer Nolans 14 and “Holy Nolans” (adding Mount of the Holy Cross). In 2018, he was the first person to climb all the 14ers in a calendar winter.  This is part 1 of 2 of our conversation with Andrew.

Mt. Yale, Ultra running, and "Death-Bed Fodder": Episode 37

Mountain runner, Centennial Peak Finisher, Colorado Trail Through-Hiker, and High School Cross Country Coach, Sean O’Day joins the Non-Standard 14er podcast to discuss ultra running and his 25-mile loop around Mt. Yale.  You might know Sean better by his 14er handle: Doggler.  Mt. Yale was the center of our discussion and the various ways (Denny Creek, Avalanche Gulch, Kroenke Lake approaches) up it, but we covered all sorts of topics from the mental aspects of pushing yourself to do crazy things like a 100-mile race or lugging a 72-pound keg up Mt. Bierstadt.  You can find Sean's trip report here:

http://seanoday.blogspot.com/2012/05/tour-de-yale.html

Backcountry Management with Wilderness and Trails Specialist Katy Nelson: Episode 36

U.S. National Forest Ranger, Katy Nelson, joins the Non-Standard 14er Podcast in this episode to talk about the permit system at Conundrum Hot Springs, Leave No Trace, bear bags, overcrowding, and life in the White River National Forest.  Katy is the Wilderness and Trails Specialist in the Aspen-Sopris Ranger District of Colorado.  We got to learn about the data of 3 years of Conundrum Hot Springs permits and hear about the Wilderness Act which requires the mandate to provide “outstanding opportunities for solitude.”

Colorado's Highest with Jeri Norgren and John Fielder: Episode 35

The author, Jeri Norgren, and the photographer, John Fielder, of the new book entitled “Colorado's Highest: The History of Naming the 14,000-Foot Peaks” joined the Non-Standard 14er Podcast.  We learned about the Hayden Surveys of Colorado in the 1870s, discussed the naming history of some 14ers, debated the renaming of some peaks, got some photography tips, and got to learn what prompted Jeri to begin her research and how she teamed up with John.   We also were delighted to hear some captivating stories from the two that have spent decades exploring, researching, and photographing the Colorado 14ers. 

Avalanche Safety with Justin Ibarra: Episode 34

Justin Ibarra----guide, avalanche educator and founder of Colorado Snowboard Guides, joins the podcast to discuss avalanche safety.  We pick his brain about avalanche classes, beacons, airbags and skiing 14ers.  We also get tips about educating yourself if you’re getting into backcountry skiing, and we get to hear stories about life as a winter guide in Summit County. 

14er Photography with Matt Payne: Episode 33

The TornadoMan and Short-Rope chatted with Matt Payne (climber, Centennial Peak Finisher, photographer and podcaster) in the latest episode.  We talk about the pros/cons of a website Matt used to run that detailed and discussed Colorado mountain accidents.  We also got to learn a bunch of mountain photography tips from Matt and hear stories about capturing those rare mountain shots when the light is just perfect.  You can find his website at https://www.mattpaynephotography.com/

Backpack Trip Planning 14ers/Centennials: Episode 32

What are creative backpacking trip plans that link 14er Peaks and Centennial Peaks? That was the question of this episode of the Non-Standard 14er Podcast as Tornadoman, Walk-Mode Patrick, JacerJack and Short-Rope competed with Ellen as the judge to find out who could design the best trip.  How do you get Hagerman and Snowmass?  Can you get Castle and also soak in Conundrum Hot Springs?  What’s the best way to get Gladstone?  How about the Jones Group and Handies?  Do you do Columbia Point from South Colony or Willow Lake?  All questions discussed in this competitive episode.

Climbing Rainier: a Colorado-14er-Climbers' Perspective: episode 31

Three CO-14er-Finishers join the podcast to talk about their successful summits of Mount Rainier (14,410’): MonGoose, Exiled_Michigander, and Walk Mode Patrick. The conversation was centered around comparing Colorado 14ers to Washington’s Rainier and offering a Colorado climber’s perspective.  We learned about Camp Muir, what it’s like to be in a roped team, and the rope skills and preparation recommended before tackling a glaciated peak like Rainier.  You can find MonGoose’s detailed and entertaining story in his Rainier trip report here: https://www.14ers.com/php14ers/tripreport.php?trip=15155

Winter Welcomer Hike: Episode 30

In anticipation of the Winter Welcomer, we sat down with Britt Jones who is one of the organizers of the annual hike of Quandary Peak.  The event was started by Steve Gladbach (sgladbach) and Jim DiNapoli (dancesatmoonrise), who both had a desire to help others learn to hike safely in winter conditions and have fun. Britt has climbed all the 14ers, the Centennials, and the 50 state high points. We got to learn all about the Winter Welcomer event and the selfless nature of the climbers who inspired it.