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Wed 22nd Feb. We've made it to Namche....

22/2/2017

13 Comments

 
We have all arrived into Namche @3,500mts. We walked most of the day under an overcast sky, so no view of Everest half way up the Namche climb. 

The climb, being our first of several on this trek was difficult as usual. The order of the afternoon was slow with several stops.

Ok, some observations on some of the team members after trek day2. 
-Glenn likes to dabble. From offering his labour on roadside construction, to swapping roles with the porters and then helping out in the kitchen preparing breakfast.
-Steve is a practical joker. Claims to have itching powder in his bag and is just working out who to use it on. Now given he is the big tough firey, guess who felt the cold the most last night in Tok Tok...?? Not so tough..!!
-Simi is loving her trek to date, despite the challenge of today's climb. Has the best smile in the group by far.
-Neil is always good for a classic one-liner. Enjoying Nepal but hates not having wifi..!
-Matt and Dan are also pranksters, and often target Steve. I fear they both may suffer some unwanted itching before the trek is full.

We have checked into our Namche lodge. Some of us are trying to organise a shower or bowl of hot water. Then it's off to the bakery for the last of the creature comforts (coffee and apple pie) before going higher the day after tomorrow.

Have been reading your comments out to the teams. Lots of laughs.
13 Comments
Andrew Kay
22/2/2017 10:27:55 pm

Matt and Dan giving other blokes cheek. Surely not. John- make them suffer a bit for me. Thanks John.
Safe travels.
P.S. John, you look tired.

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John Gaul
22/2/2017 10:54:21 pm

Andrew. The boys are only giving out what they getting. But as far as making them suffer, that will happen in a few days. Don't you worry. And tired, me? Went to bed at 1930 last night and up at 0630. But tired, yes.

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Andrew Kay
23/2/2017 12:50:10 pm

John,
Tried to send you a photo of me and Andrew M drinking beer at Coogee beach bar, but didn't want to remind you of how good beer can be, so i wont.
Stay safe.
AK

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John Gaul
23/2/2017 11:46:28 pm

Don't worry Andrew. I'll make up for it once this is over.

Adrian (Dad)
23/2/2017 02:14:21 am

Hey Neil ~ epic adventure. All following blog and wishing you well from Canada!

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Neil
23/2/2017 09:34:06 pm

Thanks Dad, having a great trip. 3 days finished, fantastic weather, great company, lots of laughs, tasty food and epic views. Still a long way to go... but everyone is very positive and is supporting each other.

More pics to come.

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Michelle
23/2/2017 07:19:16 am

Well done Trekkers and Simi. Well done Simi. Now, now D. Gaul. I'll make a bet with you. You sign on for ABC in 2019 and I'll consider doing the full EBC next year with Sue.
You need to do this so you can understand what all ABC 's say as compared to EBC. LOL LOL LOL.
Love reading your comments.
PS I'm with Sue.

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Sue
23/2/2017 12:07:50 pm

2019....He'll need that time to get himself fit for the tough challenges of ABC.

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jenny james
23/2/2017 08:50:36 am

Well done all, Hope the weather will be kind to you and you get a view of Everest from Mountain View Hotel.(on your rest day if you are doing that)..continue safe trekking.

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jenny james
23/2/2017 08:55:53 am

Hi David, once you have all finished at the Bakery!!!.remember to go to the Pizza place across the road the best!!! they had great fire last year..(you will work them off on the "Trek") How cold is it this year? ciao Jenny J

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Emily
23/2/2017 01:59:14 pm

Hello dad! (Glenn), Emily here, Sounds like you're having a lot of fun, pictures look amazing and you look happy =D

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Ashleigh
23/2/2017 10:26:23 pm

Good work everyone, Glenn's daughter here. We tend to refer to him as Extreme Glenn since he doesn't seem to have an off button, exhausted myself and my sister on our trip to Japan getting up every morning at 4am to do "recon"

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David G
23/2/2017 10:35:05 pm

Hi Ashleigh. Now you tell us..!!!!
He's great value. Has kept us amused several times.

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    ​Hi all.

    Welcome to the 2017 EBC trip blog.

    David will update and post the progress of the team from their departure out of Melbourne to their slog up to Everest Base Camp at 5,545m amsl and then their safe descent and recovery back down.

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