Sump To Summit

Llanberis to Skardu

My trip to attempt a climb on Malubiting West began in the dark hours of 31 July 2025.El dropped me at Manchester Airport after an early start. It was so sad to say goodbye for a month – I was full of nerves after so many months of planning, training and preparation. I checked in…
Up to 4,200m and Waiting on a Weather Window

We woke at 7:30 and had a leisurely start. After packing up camp, we left the 3,600m plateau around midday to make our way to the 4,200m camp. The walk wasn’t steep, though the snow patches were pretty soft. We reached camp and had just started setting up the tent when the weather turned —…
Coffee, Hats, and the Glacier Camp Setup

We had breakfast at the hotel, then got ready to head back up the hill. Pawel and I were sorted in no time. Just as we were good to go, Radislaw jumped in the shower… so Pawel and I had no choice but to have a coffee in the bar. Eventually, Radi emerged, ready to…