Wednesday 26th Feb. All on top KP

25/2/2014

John and myself approaching the top of Kapar Pattar (Steel masts in the middle of the pic)

Well, where does one start?

Firstly, the good news is that 1hr ago, all 11 of us stood on Kalar Pattar.

Unfortunately, our reward for effort was an Everest summit hidden in cloud and a windshear of minus 20 at 40 knots..!!

We tried to huddle into a small corner of the summit but this wasn't sufficient to protect us, and for those who had been there waiting for 1/2hr for the remainder of the team, this was becoming dangerous..!!

The decision was made to get off the summit quickly and get back down to Gorak Shep. The views were still brilliant, despite our brief time up there.

We now have a 5hr return to Perishe. All tired but well, and all VERY proud of their achievement this morning.

Will add a photo later, although iPhone was failing up there so hope we have one.

42 Comments

Ray

26/2/2014 08:59:18 am

..and so you should be proud!
Great effort - that last climb is a monster and to battle against that winds through it all - well I can just imagine that and it ain't pretty.
You feel a bit different after mounting KP.
Now - back to Lukla for an Everest Lager or ten, and Sammy - you can feast till you are content - with a clear conscience.

And Gaully - pass on my best to Mingma, maybe he will do a card trick for you.

David G

27/2/2014 02:04:06 pm

Thanks Ray. Mingma tried his trick on Courtney, and got it wrong..!!
Hasn't done another card trick since!!!!
He's been a ripper mate.

Wine link

26/2/2014 09:24:32 am

Well done Dave, to you and Team 2014 on your achievements to date. Interested to hear from John (Basher) as to his comparing Federation peak (Tassie) and this trek. Haven't heard from Paulene and Des for a few days. Hope they are enjoying the sights of Nepal.

David G

27/2/2014 02:07:04 pm

Thanks Wine. It's a warm feeling seeing all of the team on KP. I just wish we had have had more time on it..!!

Wine link

26/2/2014 09:30:00 am

Disregard my comment on Paulene and Des in previous blog. I had not read all the blogs from day before. Obviously they don't have a stomach bug if they are going to The Curry House.

Paulene

26/2/2014 10:55:26 am

Hi Wayne. Left the tummy bugs in Namche thank heavens...the guest house manager even lit the stove mid afternoon for Des to curl up in front of in between visits to the restroom. Kathmandu amazing!!! Can't believe I am saying this but might come back next year!!!!!!

Wayne link

26/2/2014 12:43:46 pm

Hi Paulene and Des. Make sure you visit the Shanker Hotel in Kathmandu while you are there. It is another world.

David G

27/2/2014 02:10:21 pm

Paulene. I'm missing you....
Kathmandu is a love/hate thing with people. I'm so glad that you love it..!! I can't understand how some people don't connect with it..!!

Sue M

26/2/2014 09:32:42 am

Fantastic effort everyone, I bet there were plenty of smiles. Well done David on getting everyone up there. Can't wait to see you all huddled together :)

Jenny M

26/2/2014 12:46:20 pm

Congratulations to everyone on getting to KP. A special big hug to my nephew Rhys, I know it wasn't easy but you have done us all proud xx

David G

27/2/2014 02:16:44 pm

Thanks so much Sue. My words to Rhys as he stepped onto KP yesterday "look at you...way out of your comfort zone, and look where you are now".
I was personally wrapt to see him step up onto the top. He's done well.

Des and Paulene

26/2/2014 10:44:03 am

Well done everyone a great achievement. Looking forward to photos when we catch up in a few days.

David G

27/2/2014 02:19:49 pm

My photos failed...!!!
I'm going to try and get Sammy to take a capture from his GoPro video as he climbed onto the summit.

Bill

26/2/2014 10:44:19 am

6 months & a lot of blood, sweat, tears, beer, red wine, sparkling shiraz, Jim Beam & Baileys (have I missed any) in the making, well done to all of you. Don't think however that you can rest on your laurels, still 65 kms in 3 days to go before the celebrations can begin.

David G

27/2/2014 02:24:17 pm

Bill. Been a massive day for them mate. Perishe to Namche 8hrs.
Another big one tomorrow to Lukla. Most of the team are happy for early starts.....BUT NOT ALL....

Helen & Brian G

26/2/2014 10:54:34 am

David, John, Sue & Ryan
Rice pudding at Spanners for dessert tonight !

David G

27/2/2014 02:25:21 pm

Oh now that's nasty.....

JOHN GAUL

27/2/2014 02:55:30 pm

That's not very fair.

Anne

26/2/2014 10:59:05 am

Congrats Dave, John & the rest of the team. Great effort & once again a pat on the back to you Dave. Shame about the conditions which prevented more time to soak up everyone's achievements & admire the surroundings. Take care on return trek.

David G

27/2/2014 02:30:48 pm

Thanks Anne. Yes not the perfect day to be on KP, but Everest is only part of the incredible panorama. I just wished we had have been able to stay there a little while to enjoy it..! Extreme conditions!

Jasmine

26/2/2014 11:03:48 am

Yay! Congratulations everyone. Amazing achievement. So so happy for you all.

And Happy Birthday Courtney! So fantastic to celebrate your birthday on top of the world. xoxoxoxo

David G

27/2/2014 02:32:57 pm

Hi Jas. We sang a happy birthday to her, but at 5000mts had to sing it in two halves..!!

Mali Reynolds

26/2/2014 12:33:49 pm

i have been following the blog but not commented so far. I am so proud of you, Courtney and Rhys!
Happy Birthday, Court! Not many people can say they were on Everest for their birthday and I will be adding this to my 'Courtney boast file'!
I love you! xxxooo

Angie

26/2/2014 12:38:53 pm

Brilliant to read you all made it! You must be pinching yourselves with excitement. Take extra special care on the way down. Share with us your 2014 victory pic ASAP.

David G

27/2/2014 02:40:45 pm

Angie. Your blog comments are always true and accurate.
Have I mentioned there are still a few spots on 2015...?

Kathleen

26/2/2014 01:42:13 pm

Congratulations everyone!!! Amazing effort. Can't wait to see photos! Cloud or no cloud, I bet it was an amazing experience you'll never forget. Enjoy the remainder of your trek!

David G

27/2/2014 03:02:28 pm

Hi Kathleen. Very frustrating re photo failure. As it turned out, Mingma took the photos but had his finger over the Lenz..!!!

Brian@Weeroona

26/2/2014 02:19:48 pm

Well done everybody, take care on the way down.

Brian@Weeroona

26/2/2014 02:21:22 pm

David,
"Will add a photo later, although iPhone was failing up there so hope we have one."
Why am I not surprised! : )

David G

27/2/2014 02:46:43 pm

I thought you'd like that one Brian. I'm officially without a group photo on top of KP...!! I'm trying to get one from Sammy's GoPro.

Caitlyn B

26/2/2014 03:22:24 pm

You super stars you. Congratulations on conquering such an incredible feat..with your feet.
Happy birthday to the beautiful Courtney. Hoping that your birthday was full of excitement and ice-based cakes. Wishing you a year just as thrilling as its beginning xx

David G

27/2/2014 09:13:13 am

Thanks all. We are all right now at Tengboche awaiting lunch. I have just read out aloud your responses to the team. Laughs and smiles allround.
We are pushing through to Namche today (3-4hrs) away in light snow. Temp is currently around minus 3, but given the effort of yesterday, none of the team are complaining.

Bill

27/2/2014 12:49:07 pm

Can't wait for the photo of Kev in the blue singlet & straw hat on top of KP, he made the promise, hope he didn't let us down!!!!!

David G

27/2/2014 01:37:37 pm

Hi Bill. Have just arrived into Namche. 4pm.
Response from Kevin. "Sorry mate, far too cold"
We are all having our first real coffee in a week.

Brian@Weeroona

28/2/2014 01:23:46 pm

Isn't that typical, amongst some of the best scenery in the world and you can't wait to get back to the fleshpots of Kathmandu!

Angie

27/2/2014 02:40:47 pm

No photos? What about a group sketch over a few drinks tonight... reckon your 30 mins on KP could make a very funny cartoon!

David G

27/2/2014 02:50:36 pm

Ha...... Would be an interesting sketch.
I'll put some more photos up when I'm back in Kat. Wifi and computer access has been a major challenge this trip.

Brad Hedgelong

28/2/2014 06:41:09 am

Fantastic to hear everyone made it. Keep up the great effort, it is inspiring to read and hear the stories of your trek. Enjoy your remaining days in Nepal and congrats again. John G the Nepalese coffee maker at cafe vue has been excited for you when I have shown the pictures.

Wine link

1/3/2014 12:52:11 am

I am guessing you are now back down to the warmth! of Paradise Lodge in Lukla and have had a few frothies. Just to let you know, Dave, that it would be worth you reading the Smart Traveller warnings for Bangkok and passing this onto your team.

Des and Paulend

1/3/2014 06:05:16 am

Looking at forecast for Lukla you will not be flying today, next few days look good.

John G

1/3/2014 07:20:18 am

Glad you enjoyed our adventure Brad H. I hope that mean my Nepalese friend at cafe vue looks after us now. Not that he hasn't in the past.

John Krylyszyn

5/3/2014 11:31:56 pm

Well done Dave and team 2014

Wednesday 26th Feb. All on top KP

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