In France, we call this day 'race and crossing edge'... It is difficult to cross a mountain pass, and today, nobody got hurt! Thile is relieved when everyone arrives at the camp, and at night we used a kind of rum! However, at 4900m, the head turns quickly because we are almost fasting since the night before (express breakfast in the morning, midday snack and neck).... Read the full story.

   Panorama made of 3 x 12 photos taken on the 07 April 2011.  

I am a little break on the north side of the neck, after crossing the main difficulties. During the descent, we will fall behind, because a holder has lost its charge: our tents! Fortunately, they will go to get them more... We are at the foot of the pass at 5200m around 16:00, and we must join the camp at 4900m. I would be there around 18:00, the other 1:00 later!... Read the full story.

   Panorama made of 3 x 12 photos taken on the 07 April 2011.  

We take a short break at the neck, before beginning the descent ultra stiff. Carriers are already on the way down for a while. The steep sections (vertical) are insured reminder, stiff with a fixed rope, and less steep with... nothing! The descent will last 4 to 5 hours depending on the person.... Read the full story.

   Panorama made of 3 x 12 photos taken on the 07 April 2011.  

Once crossed the steep passages, there is a long climb to the pass. I take a break to double everyone, and realize this view of the accomplishments. The breath is short and quick to 5780m above sea level!... Read the full story.

   Panorama made of 3 x 12 photos taken on the 07 April 2011.  

We again paused, waiting for all the hardware and the Sherpas pass over this new tricky. This is the last tricky requiring the installation of a fixed rope.... Read the full story.

   Panorama made of 3 x 12 photos taken on the 07 April 2011.  

We are in awe of the work and energy carriers, to haul all the equipment, and climbing. What agility! Thile is the first to climb with crampons and ice ax. He then secures a rope, that everyone uses thereafter. The crossing of the pass is a succession of steep passages like this.... Read the full story.

   Panorama made of 3 x 12 photos taken on the 07 April 2011.  

We quickly from high on the side of the pass, and to 5600m we reach the foot of the glacier. The maneuvers will be long because it takes up all apparatus (50Kg each), then the holders, and finally our group.... Read the full story.

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First break, especially the time to treat a Sherpa, who had a horrible stomach ache! Half a stamp will suffice, because it does not usually heal, and this half is immediately stamped its effect!... Read the full story.

   Panorama made of 3 x 12 photos taken on the 07 April 2011.