The Climb - Day 16
May 26 Summary

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The team took a much needed rest day at Camp II-b (or 2.5) today. A few of the members are dealing with altitude issues now as well as the the draining effects of carrying up a lot of weight from communications and power gear and equipment. While a few of them rested in camp, the others climbed down to retrieve a cache of supplies and Len, still feeling strong, did 2 carries of gear from the cache below up to their current position.

Now at about the half-way mark up the mountain, they are being careful to measure heart rates and blood-oxygen levels to guage their pace. The weather has continued to be relatively good with a bit of overcast and some snow. Should things go well, the plan is to reach the summit in another 9 days.