Denali Expedition: Okita & Team Carry to 16,800 and above
Posted by: Brent Okita, Christina Dale, Chris Ebeling
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Denali
Elevation: 14,000'
May 31, 2016 - 12:03 am PT
Our day was a resounding success! A cold, early start had us ahead of the madding crowds as everyone was determined to take advantage of some perfect weather. It had snowed 6-8" overnight, and ours were the first tracks up the pristine slopes leading to the fixed lines and the start of the West Buttress.
By far the steepest climbing we've encountered, the Buttress is also the steepest, most dramatic climbing most of our group has ever done.
The team performed well, with us getting a cache at 16,800' and another one at high camp at 17,200'.
Everyone is pumped by the day and really looking forward to our first rest day.
It's getting late and cold, so adieu from 14,200'.
RMI Guides Brent, Christina, Chris and the team
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Comments (4)
I look forward to this email every day!!! I am with you in spirit! Climb Strong Dawn!!! :)
Posted by: Dave on
Nice work, Mike P!! It’s great to track your progress. Short hop to 17 and you’re almost there. Wishing you some clear weather. Hang tough, buddy! Frank M
Posted by: Frank Marini on
Chris I’m betting you wish you had your skiis! Looks like you guys are making great progress, Dad and Mom and I look at the blog everyday and hope you are having fun!
Posted by: Karen Ebeling on
beast-mode!
Posted by: Bob Maher on