Ecuador 2010 - day 5-6 Cotopaxi

Although I had originally planned Cotopaxi for Sept. 8-9, I met a group going a day earlier. Joined them and went directly to the refuge on Sept. 7. Climbed leaving 1am Wed. Sept. 8, summited around 7am. This one was especially great since I had attempted Cotopaxi last year but was unsuccesful. It was challenging and rewarding. Unfortunately the weather, much like Denali, was horrible at the top. Couldn´t even see the crator. In fact this was the coldest-windiest summit of the year. Great trip, will try to rest tomorrow, still have plans for Chimborazo on Friday.

sP