With NZ currently in the grip of a strong disturbed westerly flow its feeling good to be re-gathering after returning from Nepal and the Cholatse Expedition rather than rushing back into the mountains to work.
In mid Dec – during the height of the Christmas weather, Trent came back to visit Mt cook for the 3rd time. Wx once again was not on Trent’s side for a summit attempt. SW – SE flows had put down at least 1.5 feet of snow over a 48 hour period and with poor […]
New Zealand An alpine grading system adapted from the grades used in the Aoraki/Mt Cook Region is widely used in New Zealand for alpine routes in the North and South islands. Grades currently go from 1–7. The grading system is open ended; harder climbs are possible. Factors which determine grade are (in descending order of […]
1 2 3 Details Height : 3033 Trip Duration : 5 Days Trip Difficulty : Mt Cook Grade 2+ Normal Climbing Duration : 10 – 16 hours Normal Climbing Season : November – MArch Other Peaks Nearby : Rollingpin / Avalanche Accomodation : Collin Todd / Tent Access : Helicopter / Foot Exit : Helicopter / Foot COST : PLEASE SEE […]