February 15, 2015 Great sat phone call this morning from Luke, Sara, Martin and the group from the summit of Aconcagua. Not a cloud in the sky and about a 5 mph breeze. That’s as good as it’s going to get. They still have a hard walk down to high camp but they get that […]
February 13, 2015 Here’s the news from IMG AROUND THE WORLD. First, Mike Haft and crew are up, having a quick breakfast and heading towards the summit of Kilimanjaro. Weather is fine so here’s hoping everyone stays healthy and strong and is able to reach the top. A huge effort is required and we’re pulling […]
February 12, 2015 Nice weather for a rest day at C2 for Luke, Sara, Martin and crew. Sunny and only light winds. Perfect for eating, drinking and generally relaxing. Just what the doctor ordered. They’ve had 4 solid days of making carries and moving to progressively higher camps and today was a well-deserved break. Forecast […]
February 11, 2015 The news from Aconcagua is still good. Luke Reilly called in to tell me that his crew made the move today to C2. That’s big news. He reports it’s snowing but winds are light. The forecast remains good through early next week so we’re thinking this might be something localized and on […]
February 10, 2015 We received a quick voice mail today from Luke Reilly and his Aconcagua team. Windy today but the team still made their carry to C2 and have returned to C1 for the night. All’s good and they expect to move into C2 tomorrow. They’re making nice progress and winds are now beginning […]
February 10, 2015 Mike Hamill and team have left Mendoza and are making the drive up to Penitentes. Penitentes is located at the base of a small ski area and is the jumping off point for Aconcagua climbs. Loads need to get organized this afternoon for the mules. We’re able to use those mules for […]
February 9, 2015 Last climb for the season, led by IMG Senior Guide Mike Hamill, is wrapping up their final day of preparations in Mendoza and will be heading for Penitentes tomorrow. Team looks fit and ready to rock and roll. IMG guide Ian Delaney joins Mike and they will be assisted by our great […]
February 6, 2015 We just heard from Luke and his Aconcagua team. They’ve completed their 3 day trek into base camp on Aconcagua. Nice job. They’re doing fine and had a good dinner prepared by our Argentine partners, Grajales Expeditions. Tomorrow will be a rest day. They’ve earned it and need it to continue their […]
February 3, 2015 Is this a seriously good looking group or what? Luke Reilly, Sara Cohen and Martin Lucero have their group packed, prepped and ready to go. They left Mendoza this morning and are heading to Penitentes, at the base of Aconcagua. They’ll prep mule loads this afternoon and spend a last hotel night […]
February 2, 2015 Luke Reilly checked in from Mendoza this morning. He will be leading our 31 January climb, along with Sara Cohen and our great Argentine guide, Martin Lucero. The team all arrived yesterday and with all their luggage. That’s always nice. Gear checks today and they’ll also be securing their climbing permits. In […]
