so i went on a hike to mount si and here's what i've learned.
A. bring the right gear - it'll help you out.
gear i would suggest.
1. power goo - amazing stuff that tastes like cake frosting that gives you a boost of energy.
2. the right shoes / jacket (waterproof)
3. a backpack with an extra sweatshirt to keep warm (you'll need this when you get to the top)
4. water
5. towl + change of clothes (leave in car)
6. banana(s)

B. climbing mount si was like a night of heavy drinking.
how you ask?
1. the night starts out okay - you feel strong and you're having one drink after another. your friend tells you to slow down your pace - but you say i can take it.
2. you start to feel the drinks and you start to slow you pace.
3. you feel ill - like your about to throw up and then you realize it's only midnight and you still have two hours til the bar closes (in seattle)
4. you take a breather - you go on auto pilot, you're hurting but you take one small sip after another.
5. finally finally it's done. the bars are closing - it's the let out, and you're just sore all over and tired and all you wanna do is just go home.
6. someone suggests food - you're not done yet buddy. it's easier but you're still going.
7. you finally get home and get some rest.
8. the next day your whole body hurts.