Carry and Cache at 16,300
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Climbing is definitely shorter but steeper. The team did 1,000 vertical roped feet today with their gear to cache at 16,300 (compare yesterday’s SPOT map with today’s to see what that means). The result was a magnificant view from nearly as high as you can get (already) in North America. The tricky part is the weather. I hear there is a storm passing to the north and south. I’ll update with more info as I get that over the weekend.
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The team did another carry and cache up to 16,300 feet today. The snow stopped and it is looking as though the predicted storm might be headed slightly more south than where they are now. Whew. The team sounded strong and positive with the only real complaint being seriously sunburnt lips.
Tomorrow is a slated rest day at 14,000 with a push on Sunday to get the gear up 17,000. Check back over the weekend for any additional updates.
Way to go, Dan (and friends)!! We’re all routing for you!!
Hey Matt & Mike, I’ve been following your progress and I’m wishing good weather for you. Zinc oxide on those lips, boys! Be safe.