- I missed the left turn to stay on the PCT where the PCT turns into the Naches Peak Loop. I backtracked back to the PCT and still completed the full route. 10 bonus minutes!
- This section of the PCT is pretty glorious, even if there weren't any huge views. Not sure if that was because of the location or the weather.
- The second half the Laughingwater Creek Trail descent is also pretty great. First half was pretty overgrown but still fun.
- That Eastside Trail climb up to Tipsoo lake is Brutal with a capital B. Some crazy steep sections in there, and pretty overgrown and rocky too. If I had to do it again I'm not sure I'd put that end of the run (though I'm not sure the beginning would make sense either).
- Despite that rough climb I think clockwise is still probably faster. The long gradual descents are key!
- Unsupported and unaccompanied. My girlfriend Noelle was with me at the start and finish but that's it.
- Thanks to the FKT team and previous FKTers for the inspiration! I had a wonderful time and might even go back to this route again.