Most climbers from the Middle East fail their first major summit because they try to out-train a lack of oxygen with desert sprints. It’s a…
You can spend months training on the sand dunes of Al Qudra, but nothing quite prepares your lungs for the thick, oxygen-heavy humidity of Bwindi’s…
What if the cheapest quote for your Himalayan dream is actually the most dangerous shortcut you’ll ever take? I’ve seen trekkers arrive at Lukla,…
Standing on top of a 6000m (19,685ft) peak isn’t just about how many hours you spent on a treadmill in a Dubai gym. It’s about how you’ve trained…
In 2024, I spoke with a climber in Dubai who had spent over 55,000 AED on gear and permits, only to be told his chances of reaching the top were less…
The biggest mistake most Middle East based climbers make isn’t a lack of fitness; it’s underestimating how a 50 degree temperature swing impacts…
What if the mountain you’re training for isn’t actually the one that holds the record? If you’ve spent any time researching your next big objective,…
The cheapest quote you find online for the roof of Africa is often the most expensive mistake you can make. Having led numerous teams to the 5,895m…
The biggest threat to your summit success isn’t the 5,610m (18,406ft) altitude or the sulfurous vents of a volcano; it’s often the fifteen other…
The "easiest" way up a mountain is almost always the first choice you can make for your summit success. You’re likely sitting in Dubai or…
Your ability to crush a 15km trek through the Hajar Mountains in 40°C heat doesn’t mean you’re ready for the technical ice of an Alpine ridge. It’s a…
Most “top ten” lists you find online are written by people who have never actually slept in a tent at sub-zero temperatures or managed a team through…
