Kungsleden with Lulep Gierkau in the background. Still at least a day from Sarek national park. The trail is like a highway and running should not be a problem at least to Sitojaure.
Fording a stream near Lietjitjaure. Ähpar and Pierikpakte in the background. Fording can be very dangerous in Sarek.
Several questions need to be answered for such a an endeavour to be succesful:
- Route planning - What is the optimal route that will maximize interesting hiking and provide for good running?
- Equipment - How heavy a pack can be tolerated when you are running? What kind of pack? What kind of shelter?
- Safety - How light can you go without sacrificing safety? Sarek is a wilderness area and there are no trails. If you fall, noone will hear you scream.
- Fitness - I almost never find time for exercise. What do I need to cope with to feel safe before going?
- Season - What is the best season for such a fast and light hike?
- Travel planning - How do you get to Sarek in the cheapest and fastest way?
- Resupply - How much food should I carry?
Is this a good idea at all? Will I be able to find anyone to come with me on such an innovative trip? Should I plan to do something easier instead with the time I have? I will follow this post with some thoughts on the different topics soon. Any comments and hints are welcome.