Everest Winter Attempt Update
Alex Txikon is now at Everest Base Camp on the Nepal side preparing to begin his acclimatization rotations on Everest. He is being […]
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Everest by the Numbers: 2017 Edition
For those who follow Everest closely, the arrival of the official summit numbers is always a milestone. The Himalayan Database was updated with […]
How Much Does it Cost to Climb Mount Everest? – 2017 Edition
“How much does it cost to climb Mount Everest?” This is a popular question I get after a speaking engagement. The short answer is a […]
Everest Winter, No O’s Attempt!
A huge program has been announced by Alex Txikon who may be one of the few climbers on the planet qualified to attempt climbing […]
I Want to Climb Mt. Everest
“I Want to Climb Mt. Everest” is one of the top hits I get for my website and in emails. I understand. […]
The State of Everest: A Conversation with Dave Hahn
With only six months to go before climbers head to Nepal and Tibet for the annual spring climb of Mt. Everest, Dave […]
autumn Himalayan Climbing Update 4 – Bad Weather, Summits Soon
My last update spoke of the legendary excellent autumn weather but predictably, teams are now experiencing heavy snow that has any thoughts […]
autumn Himalayan Climbing Update 3 – Great Weather
Finally the legendary excellent autumn weather has arrived on the world’s highest peaks. Team and climbers alike are reporting “bluebird” days with […]
autumn Himalayan Climbing Update 2 – Jornet Cancels Everest
Kilian Jornet has ended his speed attempt on Everest from Tibet citing “dangerous” conditions. Meanwhile the only other climber from that side, Japanese […]
autumn Himalayan Climbing Update 1
Well, really not a lot to report – I know what you’re thinking – that I would never be a journalist for […]