May 21, 2013
The team is doing great, and everyone feels great about how they are doing. As well they should, because they have been making great progress and today carried loads up the steepest part of the route. The terrain immediately above the big 14,200' camp starts out pretty mellow, but the
May 21, 2013
We just received a call from the summit, we have 5 on top right now! 7.25am, Yahoo! Conditions seem perfect, with very light winds and not too many other climbers. The ascent started out very windy, but conditions have improved through the night. We have Manoj Vora, DaWang Chu Sherpa,
May 21, 2013
Yesterday a team of climbers from around the globe met in Anchorage to begin an epic journey. The climbers have spend many months training, collecting the appropriate gear, and dreaming about their upcoming adventure. It was a busy day in Anchorage, starting with a team meeting and equipment check at
May 21, 2013
Andy Forbes just called in an update on the team. They are enjoying a rest day at high camp, getting prepared for a summit attempt tomorrow, weather permitting. Best of luck to the team! After nine days at 14 Camp, it must feel good to be on the move again.
May 21, 2013
The team took advantage of the break in the weather to push up the fixed lines to the 17,200' high camp. I don't have much other information, but they made good time and are nestled in at camp, hoping for a good day to go to the top. Today looks
May 21, 2013
After a day of rest at the South Col, our small team is leaving in one short hour for the to! It's not the best forecast, with winds of 20-25, but there are reports of only 30-40 people going tonight which allows a lot faster moving up and back. Manoj
May 20, 2013
Bernd Horsman called in a nice post, which was unfortunately the victim of the vagaries of satellite communication. It is not too intelligible, but I'll leave it up, as it's nice to hear his voice. The team pushed up a load of supplies and gear to the narrow ridge line
May 20, 2013
Grant Ritchie called in a very nice post, which contained some good news - the team moved up to 14,200', but also some sad news - they Tylers have descended to base camp and flew off the mountain. Ariel was exhibiting signs and symptoms of altitude sickness, and given the
May 20, 2013
I have just been talking with the guys at Camp 4 and they are saying the winds are blowing a steady 20+ with gust to well over 30. We have decided to put things are on hold for tonight. The plan now will be a rest day at the South
May 20, 2013
On the way! All our team is now in Camp 4 resting and getting ready for tonight. The weather is really quite good, probably nicer than in Base Camp, where it is snowing and sleeting this afternoon. We have 3 Sherpas supporting Manoj Vora for his summit go this evening.
