A bit more about the trek

Since there is no update today on the training aspects, I didn't go to the gym, but do hope to get in a short walk tonight, I thought I would give you some further insight to the trip.

There is great romance in planning and setting off to climb this mountain but less romantic are the fundamental functions that need to be taken care of in a natural environment through which thousands of people tramp annually.

The standard of facilities vary on the trek according to the altitude and also the route taken. The most used route, sometime called the coca cola route does have better facilities in places, but obviously these get a lot of use, on other routes, then a ditch is not uncommon, or as you can see here, a much more established facility.

What is apparently unavoidable is that they are almost exclusively squat toilets and a degree of dexterity and accuracy are required to effectively use them. However evidence abounds to suggest that these skills are surprisingly rare in the climb fraternity.



So perhaps an essential item of kit could be a peg for the nose.........

However there is a little hope, as at least one of the lower altitude camps is now getting a new facility, and wow does this look more what we are used to.

You will be pleased to know that it should be back to training tomorrow.......