The Challenge

Whilst getting off to a rather slow start I am proud to announce that the Mont Blanc Expedition in now off the ground – at least I’ve started to do some digging in terms of prices and general approach/logistics to climbing Europe’s highest summit!

Initial thoughts

1. We need a guide!
2. Whilst not hugely technical, basic experience using ice axes, crampons and basic rope work is required. With this in mind I think it would be sensible to take an extended trip which provides some training before the big climb (would assist with acclimatization)
3. Each of us would need to be pretty fit and have the right gear
4. Season is from mid June – End of September - Think we may struggle to be ready this year, damn the ski season!!

What next

Whilst we may have missed the boat this year I still really want to do this, having been to Chamonix and seen the thing as well as listened to others who have done it, it sounds like an incredible mountain to climb. It may well be that we kick this thing off again in a couple of months, however I would like to start to get an idea of who’s interested and you views the approach to take.

Let me know

James