alpine start
(noun)
alpine start (noun) — An early morning start, typically before dawn, often used in mountaineering or long hikes to allow for maximum daylight and favorable weather conditions.
An early morning start, typically before dawn, often used in mountaineering or long hikes to allow for maximum daylight and favorable weather conditions.
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“They set an alpine start for their summit attempt, waking up at 2 AM to begin their ascent.”
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What is alpine start?
An early morning start, typically before dawn, often used in mountaineering or long hikes to allow for maximum daylight and favorable weather conditions.
How do you use "alpine start" in a sentence?
“They set an alpine start for their summit attempt, waking up at 2 AM to begin their ascent.”
What is another word for alpine start?
Common synonyms for alpine start include pre-dawn start and early start.
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