16th
Feb - Rob
left a message last night to say that Tony Brownlee also reached
the top with the other members. They are now packing up and getting
ready to head out back to Mendoza.
15th
Feb - Rob
has called in today, signal was very broken so we do not know the
full details of how summit day went, but we can confirm the following
people reached the top: Cesar, Helle, Neil, Richard, Ondina, Jonathan
and Keith. The rest of the group reached 6400m and decided to turn
back. All are now back at base camp. Well done to all for their
efforts.
10th
Feb - We
have just heard from Rob Wills the expedition leader. The
group are doing well and are currently doing a load carry to Camp
2 and will move up tomorrow (Thursday)on the basis of attempting
the summit on Saturday before the forecast of increased winds. Currently
the sat phone has a charging problem and we may not hear from the
group again until they return to BC. Good luck to all.
5th
Feb - Rob called in today to say that they
had all arrived safely at Base camp. They have all had their check
up with the doctor and all is well. They have a rest day tomorrow
and will make their first carry to camp 1 on Sunday.
1st
Feb - The team have all arrived safely in
Mendoza gained permits and made their final preparations. Shane's
baggage has been delayed so hopefully will catch the team up soon.
They will depart for Puente del Inca today and start the three day
trek to base camp tomorrow.
11th
Dec - The team will depart the UK on the 29th
January 2010.
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