FKT: Amber Constant - Taconic Crest Trail (NY, MA) - 2025-03-15

I really thought I could zip through today with just spikes, but unfortunately, the snow was like mashed potatoes, and I ended up breaking trail and postholing through about 85% of the route. The snow ranged from ankle- to knee-deep, and I definitely took a few spills along the way. It was absolute hell—my feet were soaked from the start. Since I went NOBO, the north-facing slopes had even more snow, which made the uphill sections even tougher with all the slippery posthole terrain. I also regret bringing my big, overpacked, heavy bag—I definitely could’ve just gone with a running vest. One bright spot: seeing the cows midway really lifted my spirits.