Vinson Massif: Hahn & Team - If At First You Don’t Succeed…
We were fresh out of good weather today. Ran out sometime during the night. By morning, the high peaks were capped with wind-sculpted clouds and things had a decidedly unstable look. We procrastinated...ate breakfast and watched the progression of cloud formations. We got a weather forecast from Vinson Basecamp around noon, and decided to go for a walk. The thinking was that we'd be climbing in relative calm for several hours, in which time the day could turn sparkly and fine. That isn't what happened though. After a couple of hours and perhaps 1,300 feet of vertical gain, we were in wind and cloud... The times when we were granted better visibility, we could see more wind and cloud up higher. Ultimately, the decision was made that -with the "normal" cold temperatures (-15 to -20 F) we were enjoying, we couldn't fight against very much wind. We turned back to high camp, intent on waiting out this non-storm. The gang cut snow blocks to beef up the tent walls and we dug in just in case a real storm shows up. We are hopeful that morning will bring better things.
Best Regards,
RMI Guide Dave Hahn
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Comments (7)
G. Barber, to think all this time Bruce has been carrying your stuff. What?!?! Cute chics, rum, penguins - craziness (I thought it was the intrinsic value of climbing that allured you.) Enjoying the trip reports and comments from loved ones. Remember: when in doubt, build snow blocks. Patience. Hang in there team!
Posted by: Kerry on
Hi Greg, sounded like a tough day, but the team made a good call. You have good time - stay safe, buddy.
All the best,
Bruce and Joyce
Posted by: Bruce Tocher on
J Mac, Hahn and Team,
Good luck with the weather and summit push. We continue to follow your progress closely and wish you well.
Climb High as Erik W. would say.
Charlie Mac Family
Posted by: Charles Macfarlane on
Be safe, you have the time! Enjoying keeping track with the updates. Cheers!
Posted by: Keith on
Glad for the caution decision. Keep warm and occupied as best you can. Love to my first born and blessings to all. Mom
Posted by: Carol Colleran on
Small world. I hear Peter and John have friends in Darien in common. Hard to believe. Sorry y’all couldn’t make it yesterday, but relieved you’re being so vigilant. Hope the weather breaks and y’all make it today. Love and hugs to John.
Posted by: Dudley on
Hope you all got rest after your first attempt, and will be fortunate to have the good weather return. Hold on to the fingers and toes! Love to Peter.
Bonny
Posted by: Bonny Rogers on