On my recent trip to Arctic Tundra I forgot thin gloves and thought I should be ok with Mitts only ! When I took the mitts off to record stuff using phone my fingers froze within seconds with severe pins and needle like pains and I had to be rushed to the exhaust of the snowmobile to warm up my hand. The gloves part is very important here!
Your videos are excellent. Always so thorough & clear explanations. So interesting.....you even held the attention of my cat. Lol. I'm sure your expeditions are great fun. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Pat. Great video! Can you advise if a permit is currently needed for Elbrus? Im planning a solo climb this summer but conflicting information on a number of websites. Thanks!
Hi Kieran, you will need an invitation and a voucher for Russia before you submit it for a visa. There are lots of bureaucracy attached to paperwork in going down there easiest thing is to give me a call on my mobile and I'll go through it with you. +353 87 2540204 or connect through Whats App or facebook phone apps. I would suggest having someone do the logistics for you. I've been going there since 1995 and never have had a problem. But you have to be careful. Pat
Great video. The only thing I’ve been getting mixed information on is the safety of the Elbrus region. Do you have any insight on if it’s safe to go for UK citizens?
Take a look at the link below. There are no restrictions, and I have been going there for the last 20 years, and to date have found no problem. Give me a call on my mobile +353 87 2540204 if you require further clarification. Link for advice for UK citizens www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/russia/safety-and-security . Best time for climbing is July. you will need a visa so give yourself 3 weeks as you also need an invitation. We can organise all of that if you wish. Great climb in a beautiful place. Pat
@@patfalveyireland I am unsure on how to send it personally as don't want to put it here for everyone to see would you be able to give some advice on some good ones as I was thinking of camping instead of staying at the barrels
Great explanation, really loved to watch and would recommend to anyone who's preparing for Elbrus!
On my recent trip to Arctic Tundra I forgot thin gloves and thought I should be ok with Mitts only ! When I took the mitts off to record stuff using phone my fingers froze within seconds with severe pins and needle like pains and I had to be rushed to the exhaust of the snowmobile to warm up my hand. The gloves part is very important here!
All that lot goes into a 40l pack???
No, your daypack (40L) Will only be carrying any gear you need on the day you are trekking. Your 100L duffel bag will have most of your gear in it.
Your videos are excellent. Always so thorough & clear explanations. So interesting.....you even held the attention of my cat. Lol. I'm sure your expeditions are great fun. Thanks for sharing.
Are you taking the north route or the southern?
How about stove systems? Can you use isobutane canisters or should you opt for liquid fuel?
Regards! Very useful! Thank You :)
How much does it all cost?
Hi Pat. Great video! Can you advise if a permit is currently needed for Elbrus? Im planning a solo climb this summer but conflicting information on a number of websites. Thanks!
Hi Kieran, you will need an invitation and a voucher for Russia before you submit it for a visa. There are lots of bureaucracy attached to paperwork in going down there easiest thing is to give me a call on my mobile and I'll go through it with you. +353 87 2540204 or connect through Whats App or facebook phone apps. I would suggest having someone do the logistics for you. I've been going there since 1995 and never have had a problem. But you have to be careful. Pat
Thank You! Very useful video! Especially with the small details at the end. Very important and can save the expedition sometimes!
Excellent video Pat. Thanks!
Nice video pat, thanks for showing us. As a student i notice that climing is an expensive sport
Hi Pat, really useful video thank you! For reference can I please ask what length ice axe that is and what your height it? Many thanks.
Very informative video! Do you know the Wim Hof Method? It's a great way to prepare for thin air and the cold!
How heavy is your down jacket? Could you kindly provide specific information about the down jacket?
Great video. The only thing I’ve been getting mixed information on is the safety of the Elbrus region. Do you have any insight on if it’s safe to go for UK citizens?
Take a look at the link below. There are no restrictions, and I have been going there for the last 20 years, and to date have found no problem. Give me a call on my mobile +353 87 2540204 if you require further clarification. Link for advice for UK citizens www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/russia/safety-and-security . Best time for climbing is July. you will need a visa so give yourself 3 weeks as you also need an invitation. We can organise all of that if you wish. Great climb in a beautiful place. Pat
Great video, some good pointers I never thought of, thanks!
Do you organize trips to the Normal Route?
very helpfull and explained well. thank you
Nice
How much to rent them
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Very informative!!
I want to go to elbrus but can't find a good sleeping bag dose anyone know where i can find a suitable 1 for this at a decent price aswell
let me have your phone number and I'll give you a call.
@@patfalveyireland I am unsure on how to send it personally as don't want to put it here for everyone to see would you be able to give some advice on some good ones as I was thinking of camping instead of staying at the barrels
excellent video but if i have no gear for ice whatsoever can you name the price for the gear ? how expensive is it?
Near Elbrus there are several places with equipment and clothing rental, inexpensive :)
for example, boots $ 8 per day, ice ax $ 2.5 per day
thank you!