Hey Ladies, I'm finally going to Moab, Utah and I was wondering how long it takes for one to get acclimated to 4,000 ft. I'm from the flat lands. I also read that there are some prescription meds that can ease the symptoms for high altitude. I tend to stay with healthy approaches but it would be a bummer to be sick the entire trip... looking for advice. BTW, I'm flying two days early. Cheers!
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03-25-2011, 03:48 PM #1
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Going to Moab...what should I know?
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03-25-2011, 05:40 PM #2
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I have no answers for you, but please report back after your trip. I'm riding the White Rim Trail at the end of May and would love to know what to expect. Have fun!
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03-25-2011, 06:06 PM #3
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Are you going to be riding there or just hanging out/hiking? We went there from NC in 2006 and did a lot of hiking in Arches and Canyonlands. No problems whatsoever. We had trained for hiking but did nothing specific for altitude and took no meds. I don't think the altitutde there should be a problem since it's really not that high. Honestly, we never even thought of doing anything to prepare or take any meds...not sure if it's worse if you're cycling vs. the long hikes we did.
Good luck!Emily
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03-25-2011, 06:41 PM #4
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3 weeks. Sorry.
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03-26-2011, 08:16 PM #5
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Consider your overall level of fitness and the amount of exertion you are planning.
Stay hydrated and get plenty of rest.
It's not exactly Everest, but you might feel headachy or a little out of breath.Each day is a gift, that's why it is called the present.
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03-27-2011, 09:01 AM #6
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I'm working on the climbs..... and yes no booze and late nights for me. Thanks!
Originally Posted by malkin
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03-27-2011, 08:58 AM #7
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Emily, going biking, hiking, rafting....I'm told to get there early to give the body a chance to catch-up Originally Posted by emily_in_nc
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