Going back to Ecuador

In Sept. of 2009 I went to Ecuador for some training activities.

See previous blogs for more info:
ecuador-trip
ecuador-acclimatization-day-1
good-days-bad-days-in-ecuador

The idea was to really see what my body can do going from sea level to 19,000' in 3 days. It was tough but overall a great experience. Included in the trip was a shot at Cotopaxi. This was important to go well above 15,000' and the summit was in fact secondary. But having turned around just short of the top, well hey, it's on the list.
So, going back this Sept. Hopefully weather will hold out late in the climbing season. A full moon trip on those Volcanoes is remarkable.
Planning to still enjoy the local acclimatization hikes such as Rucu Pinchinca and Illanizas. Perhaps may even have time and energy enough to try Cayambe or Chimborazo (Ecuador's highest peak)
It's still months away, and have Denali just around the corner, but can't stop thinking about it. Love the country, and so much hiking/climbing only hrs. from Quito.


sP