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Ama Damblam Expedition Update #3

Camp 3 Ama Dablam

We laugh and joke and are in agreement that the real reason we go mountaineering is for the food. Not because mountaineering food tastes better, but because we can contentedly eat … [Read more...] about Ama Damblam Expedition Update #3

Ama Dablam Expedition Update #2 – Base Camp

Ama Dablam expedition base camp

On slopes steep enough to barely sustain trees, a path has been cut along the Dudh Kosi canyon walls, with wire bridges crossing the river numerous times to reach Namche Bazaar. … [Read more...] about Ama Dablam Expedition Update #2 – Base Camp

Ama Dablam Expedition Update

Few can argue with the beauty of such a wild and wonderful display of nature as the Nepalese Himalaya. Once amongst these giants the chaos and clutter of Kathmandu are … [Read more...] about Ama Dablam Expedition Update

The Climber Magazine – Harper Mannering Ross Challenge

The Climber New Zealand magazine image story

Issue 99 of the Climber Magazine, the New Zealand Alpine Club flagship publication, features the full story of a trans-alpine trip I completed with Penny Brothers, the Alpine Club … [Read more...] about The Climber Magazine – Harper Mannering Ross Challenge

Blister Prevention with Gurney Goo Anti-Chafing Gel

If you're a Mountaineer, multi-sporter, runner, or even if you wear shoes, you'll know all about blisters. You know that blisters can stop even the hardest athletes from doing what … [Read more...] about Blister Prevention with Gurney Goo Anti-Chafing Gel

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