21.24 Wanaka: Roy's Peak, a glorious experience, a tough hike...aren't they all.
Roy's Peak viewed from across the city on Mount Iron, an elevation gain of 4,030 feet. At the peak, looking towards Mount Aspiring. We viewed this backdrop from Ben Lomond in Queenstown, 100 miles distant, two weeks before. "Boy-hero" has to try match the editor, usually fails. Whenever we visit Wanaka, New Zealand, the hike to the peak of Roy's Mountain is a must do. The concern is that it's becoming more strenuous each time. We're sure the mountain hasn't got any steeper or higher. The obvious thought is that perhaps it has something to do with us and that's a worry although who likes to admit it. Nevertheless, as I explained to Jen, who found it tough (and rightly so), at over 4,000 feet elevation gain in 5 miles (one-way), it has to be a struggle. In addition, perhaps the mood was wrong, the energy level was low on the day, the kids were a worry, the dogs were restless, the weather was hot...I hope that's a good enough ...