Bob is now on his way down to BC to join Jenny & Ian. Angus has taken over at ABC on the news updates of the teams progress as they descend. Beth, Brian & Sam are now at the North Col. Paul & Mel are slowly descending to the North Col and Rob & Nick are about to leave Camp 2 at 7800m. The sherpas have now cleared Camp 3 and are in the process of Camp 2 as they move through. All being well everyone will be back down at ABC this evening Nepali time.
When will summer arrive? We have had so much cold weather lately, it would really be a shock to have a summer’s day anytime soon. This morning was a rush, grab breakfast, bag, storm shelter, extra warm clothes, flask, lunch, map, dog and out the door!
The Marmot Spire Jacket is an awesome jacket for hiking and also snow sports
First in our series of Staff Picks for awesome new products. The Marmot Spire Jacket is an awesome jacket, great for hiking and also snow sports. It has some awesome features included a large helmet compatible hood, a detachable snow skirt and a hard durable Gore-Tex Performance Shell. It is super breathable and waterproof with two under arm pit zips for extra venting...
The cloud was low, rain beating down on my windscreen, people driving cautiously. I couldn't wait to get on the mountain. Passing Brothers water, dipping below the low mist I entered Patterdale. I was full of excitement upon reaching Glenridding. The strong wind and white capping water of Ullswater, the fast moving trees and sodden ramblers walking along the road, the perfect Saturday...
Departed 30th March. An ascent of Mera Peak and the slightly more technical Island Peak, with spectacular views of the Himalayas.
24th April. Update by team leader, Francis Blunt.
The team are now back at Lukla and currently enjoying playing pool at the Irish Bar and taking in the sights and sounds before flying out today. Its been a pleasant last few days with sightseeing in Namchee and enjoying fantastic views of Everest and Ama Dablam. Home soon, Francis.
Do you follow us on Instagram? If you tag your own Instagram pictures with #adventurepeaks they will appear on our Facebook page, under the Instagram tab. You can also find lots of nice pictures from many of our friends there. Check it out here
Thinking of doing Peak Lenin or another 7000m Peak this year? We have just uploaded a new video giving a fly on the wall experience of last year's expedition with Stu Peacock.
We now have 2 dates (20/07/13 & 10/08/13) with limited spaces now so get in touch before those dates become full.
Another great gear video from Dan. If you're looking for a jacket to do a 6000m Peak or even for the UK climate? Take a look at the Rab Neutrino Endurance Down Jacket. Perfect for Kilimanjaro and even up to Mera Peak.
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Shirley & Irwin Bragg
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Elaine Melville
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Duncan Impey
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Peter Stewart
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