Two days after our almost ascent of Pumori in nonstop alpine style from advanced base camp and back, I find myself reflecting on the importance of making right decisions in the mountains, which often include the ability to wait or give up. These skills clash with the modern world, which is increasingly fast-paced, competitive and obsessed with success, where those who give up are often labeled as losers. The art of survival is at the heart of mountaineering, but unfortunately the necrologies are full of heroes. On October 8, we decided to fail less than 100 meters from the summit of Pumori because of obvious avalanche danger. At the same time unfortunately other friends failed perhaps to consider the similar option on Shisha Pangma and unfortunately within two hours and with two different avalanches 4 people found death: two different ropes formed by client and Sherpa Guide. One of them Lama Tenjen Sherpa was a great friend, a man of extraordinary strength. This is a time to pray and reflect. But it is important to understand that mountaineering on 8,000 mt. today is not what it was 20 years ago. We should reflect on this evolution. In 31 years of expeditions, no sponsor has ever pushed me to put my life on the line for success. When people say that, it is a falsehood! Today, many people voluntarily choose to exceed or risk their limits to achieve their dreams and economic plans. It is important to understand that exploration is something else. Pumori is not an 8000er and will not change lives, but it was still an arduous adventure with a dramatic retreat in the midst of white out, with zero visibility. More than 20 rappelling and 17 hours of continuous effort, trying to understand the terrain and ourselves, assessing our condition. It was a great experience and a life lesson that made us wiser, even if we gave up the summit in the end. —————————————— #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
Two days after our almost ascent of Pumori in nonstop alpine style from advanced base camp and back, I find myself reflecting on the importance of making right decisions in the mountains, which often include the ability to wait or give up. These skills clash with the modern world, which is increasingly fast-paced, competitive and obsessed with success, where those who give up are often labeled as losers. The art of survival is at the heart of mountaineering, but unfortunately the necrologies are full of heroes. On October 8, we decided to fail less than 100 meters from the summit of Pumori because of obvious avalanche danger. At the same time unfortunately other friends failed perhaps to consider the similar option on Shisha Pangma and unfortunately within two hours and with two different avalanches 4 people found death: two different ropes formed by client and Sherpa Guide. One of them Lama Tenjen Sherpa was a great friend, a man of extraordinary strength. This is a time to pray and reflect. But it is important to understand that mountaineering on 8,000 mt. today is not what it was 20 years ago. We should reflect on this evolution. In 31 years of expeditions, no sponsor has ever pushed me to put my life on the line for success. When people say that, it is a falsehood! Today, many people voluntarily choose to exceed or risk their limits to achieve their dreams and economic plans. It is important to understand that exploration is something else. Pumori is not an 8000er and will not change lives, but it was still an arduous adventure with a dramatic retreat in the midst of white out, with zero visibility. More than 20 rappelling and 17 hours of continuous effort, trying to understand the terrain and ourselves, assessing our condition. It was a great experience and a life lesson that made us wiser, even if we gave up the summit in the end. —————————————— #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
Two days after our almost ascent of Pumori in nonstop alpine style from advanced base camp and back, I find myself reflecting on the importance of making right decisions in the mountains, which often include the ability to wait or give up. These skills clash with the modern world, which is increasingly fast-paced, competitive and obsessed with success, where those who give up are often labeled as losers. The art of survival is at the heart of mountaineering, but unfortunately the necrologies are full of heroes. On October 8, we decided to fail less than 100 meters from the summit of Pumori because of obvious avalanche danger. At the same time unfortunately other friends failed perhaps to consider the similar option on Shisha Pangma and unfortunately within two hours and with two different avalanches 4 people found death: two different ropes formed by client and Sherpa Guide. One of them Lama Tenjen Sherpa was a great friend, a man of extraordinary strength. This is a time to pray and reflect. But it is important to understand that mountaineering on 8,000 mt. today is not what it was 20 years ago. We should reflect on this evolution. In 31 years of expeditions, no sponsor has ever pushed me to put my life on the line for success. When people say that, it is a falsehood! Today, many people voluntarily choose to exceed or risk their limits to achieve their dreams and economic plans. It is important to understand that exploration is something else. Pumori is not an 8000er and will not change lives, but it was still an arduous adventure with a dramatic retreat in the midst of white out, with zero visibility. More than 20 rappelling and 17 hours of continuous effort, trying to understand the terrain and ourselves, assessing our condition. It was a great experience and a life lesson that made us wiser, even if we gave up the summit in the end. —————————————— #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
Two days after our almost ascent of Pumori in nonstop alpine style from advanced base camp and back, I find myself reflecting on the importance of making right decisions in the mountains, which often include the ability to wait or give up. These skills clash with the modern world, which is increasingly fast-paced, competitive and obsessed with success, where those who give up are often labeled as losers. The art of survival is at the heart of mountaineering, but unfortunately the necrologies are full of heroes. On October 8, we decided to fail less than 100 meters from the summit of Pumori because of obvious avalanche danger. At the same time unfortunately other friends failed perhaps to consider the similar option on Shisha Pangma and unfortunately within two hours and with two different avalanches 4 people found death: two different ropes formed by client and Sherpa Guide. One of them Lama Tenjen Sherpa was a great friend, a man of extraordinary strength. This is a time to pray and reflect. But it is important to understand that mountaineering on 8,000 mt. today is not what it was 20 years ago. We should reflect on this evolution. In 31 years of expeditions, no sponsor has ever pushed me to put my life on the line for success. When people say that, it is a falsehood! Today, many people voluntarily choose to exceed or risk their limits to achieve their dreams and economic plans. It is important to understand that exploration is something else. Pumori is not an 8000er and will not change lives, but it was still an arduous adventure with a dramatic retreat in the midst of white out, with zero visibility. More than 20 rappelling and 17 hours of continuous effort, trying to understand the terrain and ourselves, assessing our condition. It was a great experience and a life lesson that made us wiser, even if we gave up the summit in the end. —————————————— #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
Two days after our almost ascent of Pumori in nonstop alpine style from advanced base camp and back, I find myself reflecting on the importance of making right decisions in the mountains, which often include the ability to wait or give up. These skills clash with the modern world, which is increasingly fast-paced, competitive and obsessed with success, where those who give up are often labeled as losers. The art of survival is at the heart of mountaineering, but unfortunately the necrologies are full of heroes. On October 8, we decided to fail less than 100 meters from the summit of Pumori because of obvious avalanche danger. At the same time unfortunately other friends failed perhaps to consider the similar option on Shisha Pangma and unfortunately within two hours and with two different avalanches 4 people found death: two different ropes formed by client and Sherpa Guide. One of them Lama Tenjen Sherpa was a great friend, a man of extraordinary strength. This is a time to pray and reflect. But it is important to understand that mountaineering on 8,000 mt. today is not what it was 20 years ago. We should reflect on this evolution. In 31 years of expeditions, no sponsor has ever pushed me to put my life on the line for success. When people say that, it is a falsehood! Today, many people voluntarily choose to exceed or risk their limits to achieve their dreams and economic plans. It is important to understand that exploration is something else. Pumori is not an 8000er and will not change lives, but it was still an arduous adventure with a dramatic retreat in the midst of white out, with zero visibility. More than 20 rappelling and 17 hours of continuous effort, trying to understand the terrain and ourselves, assessing our condition. It was a great experience and a life lesson that made us wiser, even if we gave up the summit in the end. —————————————— #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
Simone and team safely back to Base Camp. Yesterday together with Pemba Sherpa, Datuk Sherpa attempted the summit of Pumori starting from ABC, arrived at 7,030 meters (the summit is at 7,138 m.), due to the extreme avalanche danger and sudden white out they descended back to Advanced Base Camp for a total of 17 hours of non-stop climb and arrived at Base Camp this morning. #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface _______________________________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
My office today. With 6 days to go before my next expedition I have the privilege of showing some of our biggest mountains to some friends. Cervino and Monte Bianco. If you zoom in on the third photo, you can see a paraglider taking off. _______________________________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
My office today. With 6 days to go before my next expedition I have the privilege of showing some of our biggest mountains to some friends. Cervino and Monte Bianco. If you zoom in on the third photo, you can see a paraglider taking off. _______________________________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
My office today. With 6 days to go before my next expedition I have the privilege of showing some of our biggest mountains to some friends. Cervino and Monte Bianco. If you zoom in on the third photo, you can see a paraglider taking off. _______________________________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
From the heart of the Orobie Mountains, where my journey began. These peaks are not just my origins, they’re my playground, my canvas for adventure, and the soothing balm for my mind and soul. 🌄 #MountainMagic #OrobieAdventures _______________________________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
From the heart of the Orobie Mountains, where my journey began. These peaks are not just my origins, they’re my playground, my canvas for adventure, and the soothing balm for my mind and soul. 🌄 #MountainMagic #OrobieAdventures _______________________________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
From the heart of the Orobie Mountains, where my journey began. These peaks are not just my origins, they’re my playground, my canvas for adventure, and the soothing balm for my mind and soul. 🌄 #MountainMagic #OrobieAdventures _______________________________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
⚡️Breaking news ⚡️ Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro joins the expedition! I’m excited to share this news as he is a crucial addition to complete the team and to help us achieve our goal here in the Himalayas. #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface 📸 @carlos_llerandi 🇪🇸 ⚡️Breaking news ⚡️ Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro se suma a la expedición. Tenía muchas ganas de poder dar esta noticia ya que es una pieza clave para completar el team y poder lograr nuestro objetivo 🇳🇵🏔️ 🇮🇹 Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro si unisce alla spedizione! Sono entusiasta nel condividere questa notizia essendo lui un componente chiave per completare la squadra e per raggiungere il nostro obbiettivo qua in Himalaya
⚡️Breaking news ⚡️ Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro joins the expedition! I’m excited to share this news as he is a crucial addition to complete the team and to help us achieve our goal here in the Himalayas. #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface 📸 @carlos_llerandi 🇪🇸 ⚡️Breaking news ⚡️ Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro se suma a la expedición. Tenía muchas ganas de poder dar esta noticia ya que es una pieza clave para completar el team y poder lograr nuestro objetivo 🇳🇵🏔️ 🇮🇹 Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro si unisce alla spedizione! Sono entusiasta nel condividere questa notizia essendo lui un componente chiave per completare la squadra e per raggiungere il nostro obbiettivo qua in Himalaya
⚡️Breaking news ⚡️ Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro joins the expedition! I’m excited to share this news as he is a crucial addition to complete the team and to help us achieve our goal here in the Himalayas. #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface 📸 @carlos_llerandi 🇪🇸 ⚡️Breaking news ⚡️ Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro se suma a la expedición. Tenía muchas ganas de poder dar esta noticia ya que es una pieza clave para completar el team y poder lograr nuestro objetivo 🇳🇵🏔️ 🇮🇹 Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro si unisce alla spedizione! Sono entusiasta nel condividere questa notizia essendo lui un componente chiave per completare la squadra e per raggiungere il nostro obbiettivo qua in Himalaya
⚡️Breaking news ⚡️ Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro joins the expedition! I’m excited to share this news as he is a crucial addition to complete the team and to help us achieve our goal here in the Himalayas. #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface 📸 @carlos_llerandi 🇪🇸 ⚡️Breaking news ⚡️ Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro se suma a la expedición. Tenía muchas ganas de poder dar esta noticia ya que es una pieza clave para completar el team y poder lograr nuestro objetivo 🇳🇵🏔️ 🇮🇹 Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro si unisce alla spedizione! Sono entusiasta nel condividere questa notizia essendo lui un componente chiave per completare la squadra e per raggiungere il nostro obbiettivo qua in Himalaya
⚡️Breaking news ⚡️ Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro joins the expedition! I’m excited to share this news as he is a crucial addition to complete the team and to help us achieve our goal here in the Himalayas. #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface 📸 @carlos_llerandi 🇪🇸 ⚡️Breaking news ⚡️ Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro se suma a la expedición. Tenía muchas ganas de poder dar esta noticia ya que es una pieza clave para completar el team y poder lograr nuestro objetivo 🇳🇵🏔️ 🇮🇹 Simone Moro @iamsimonemoro si unisce alla spedizione! Sono entusiasta nel condividere questa notizia essendo lui un componente chiave per completare la squadra e per raggiungere il nostro obbiettivo qua in Himalaya
Several of you have reached out, eager to understand the purpose behind this expedition. @aymar_navarro and I intended to share details earlier this week, but the rapidly shifting plans meant we had to hold off. What started as minor delays have now evolved into major changes, and it’s safe to say our original plans have been flipped on their heads. Aymar initially descended to Namche for treatment of a toothache. However, on his return ascent to base camp, he experienced a pulmonary edema as a result of the infection and the over effort. Consequently, he is currently in Kathmandu undergoing additional medical assessments and evaluations. Although things remain uncertain, we agreed that in the meantime Pemba Sherpa, Datuk Sherpa and I will attempt Mount Pumori in alpine style. This would mark a first for each of us, and ascending it in such a style is no minor feat. As for what comes next, should the situation allow, I’m prepared to pursue our second goal with Aymar. I touched base at Base Camp yesterday after a brief stay at the 8000in lodge beneath the Pyramid International Laboratory in Lobuche. Now, we await the weather forecast to determine our departure date. Stay tuned for updates. #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface 📸 Photo : @mtnz.adri _______________________________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
Several of you have reached out, eager to understand the purpose behind this expedition. @aymar_navarro and I intended to share details earlier this week, but the rapidly shifting plans meant we had to hold off. What started as minor delays have now evolved into major changes, and it’s safe to say our original plans have been flipped on their heads. Aymar initially descended to Namche for treatment of a toothache. However, on his return ascent to base camp, he experienced a pulmonary edema as a result of the infection and the over effort. Consequently, he is currently in Kathmandu undergoing additional medical assessments and evaluations. Although things remain uncertain, we agreed that in the meantime Pemba Sherpa, Datuk Sherpa and I will attempt Mount Pumori in alpine style. This would mark a first for each of us, and ascending it in such a style is no minor feat. As for what comes next, should the situation allow, I’m prepared to pursue our second goal with Aymar. I touched base at Base Camp yesterday after a brief stay at the 8000in lodge beneath the Pyramid International Laboratory in Lobuche. Now, we await the weather forecast to determine our departure date. Stay tuned for updates. #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface 📸 Photo : @mtnz.adri _______________________________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
Several of you have reached out, eager to understand the purpose behind this expedition. @aymar_navarro and I intended to share details earlier this week, but the rapidly shifting plans meant we had to hold off. What started as minor delays have now evolved into major changes, and it’s safe to say our original plans have been flipped on their heads. Aymar initially descended to Namche for treatment of a toothache. However, on his return ascent to base camp, he experienced a pulmonary edema as a result of the infection and the over effort. Consequently, he is currently in Kathmandu undergoing additional medical assessments and evaluations. Although things remain uncertain, we agreed that in the meantime Pemba Sherpa, Datuk Sherpa and I will attempt Mount Pumori in alpine style. This would mark a first for each of us, and ascending it in such a style is no minor feat. As for what comes next, should the situation allow, I’m prepared to pursue our second goal with Aymar. I touched base at Base Camp yesterday after a brief stay at the 8000in lodge beneath the Pyramid International Laboratory in Lobuche. Now, we await the weather forecast to determine our departure date. Stay tuned for updates. #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface 📸 Photo : @mtnz.adri _______________________________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
Pumori (7138 mt.), we are coming to enjoy your beauty. Be kind to us 😇 #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface _____________________________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
I have not lost the ability to wait…. Winter expeditions are good training for that! Pictured is Pumori Base Camp after a week of bad weather. _______________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
Waiting with @aymar_navarro to reveal the true purpose of this expedition, I gather in this video a few images of the hiking, some of which I have already shared with you. I must admit that even though I have trekked these trails many times, here in Nepal, among these majestic mountains, I cannot feel the boredom and continue to be enchanted by them. #HimalayanExpeditionTNF 🎞️ @thenorthface 📸 @carlos_llerandi _______________________________ #NeverStopExploring • Theme: #SimoneMoroAlpinist • Sponsored by: @thenorthface @lasportivagram @garminitaly @camp1889outdoor @dfsportspecialist @gruppo_autotorino @somainitalia @lamantafoods @framar.spa @altitudehelicopters @thenorthfaceIT @thenorthface_climb • Managed by: @mariannazanatta @sportsandbeyondagency
