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Russia 2012 – The North side of Elbrus

by Nigel Vardy
April 19, 2013April 19, 2013
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Standing as the tallest mountain in Europe, Mt Elbrus 5,642m (18,510ft) is not a climb to be undertaken lightly. High winds and freezing temperatures make this one of the world most notorious peaks. The west peak was first climbed in 1874 by Florence Crauford Grove.Read More »Russia 2012 – The North side of Elbrus

Reviewing 2012…

by Nigel Vardy
December 28, 2012December 28, 2012

Where do I start? So much has happened during the past year, and I don’t want to miss anything. Good job I’m an avid diary writer…

Elbrus – Back in one piece (for a change)

by Nigel Vardy
September 7, 2012September 7, 2012

Well, here I am, back from climbing on the North side of Elbrus in Russia and i’m still in one piece (just about!) See my… Read More »Elbrus – Back in one piece (for a change)