
Keeping a steady pace on a long climb
What I think about on the way up, and how I stay warm.
September 19, 2026 · 4 min
A spare glove, a lighter and a headlamp with fresh batteries.

One short letter every Wednesday: a trip from the hills, one piece of kit and a photo from the snow.

What I think about on the way up, and how I stay warm.

10 min read
A long story short: I wanted more of the quiet.