K2oo6 WorldClimb Dispatches
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I always wanted to visit the Himalayas in Pakistan. The mountains are legendary: Gasherbrum I,Gasherbrum II, Nanga Parbat, Broad Peak and, of course, K2. The view from the confluence of three glaciers at Concordia is live postcard few get to see in person. In the summer of 2006, along with a team managed by Field Touring Alpine (FTA), I attempted Broad Peak (26,401') and planned to make a good effort on K2 (28,250'). I reached 21,000' on Broad or Camp 2 before abandoning the climb due to weakness that resulted from a severe bug I contracted on the trek in. The Karakorum ranges was magnificent and I was very lucky to have unbelievable weather for the month I spent there. I sent frequent dispatches using a system that includes a digital camera, PDA and sat phone. |
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BP Climbers leave safely, K2 avalanches plus new pictures and videosPosted on July 15, 2006 05:02 PM U.S. Mountain Daylight TimeAs you know by now the Broad Peak climb is over. I have publish new pictures and videos on the site. Here is a list of all the pictures and videos. Just click on any one to go there or visit the dispatch home page. PICTURE PRESENTATIONS K2
- Broad Peak 2006 - Pictures Karakorum Highway remember to select the video, pause a moment and then click the play buttom on the player. If you have a slow connection this may take a few moments to start. I have also written a trip report for my time in the Karakorum. You can find it at Karakorum 2006 Wrap-up |