This year, I got the wonderful opportunity to climb Mount Rainier in Washington. I chose to climb with the Big City Mountaineers Summit For Someone program. I met a lot of great people, summited a magnificent mountain, and helped some teens out. it was a fantastic experience. Here is a short video encouraging everyone to
Patrick off-trail on a shortcut Patrick and I had hoped to mountain bike in Canyonlands or Moab, but things just didn’t work out. We had also planned to visit the Moniz family in Boulder, but upon descending from the summit of Independence Monument, I learned from Mike Moniz that he and his family
September 3, 2011 WINTER PARK, Colorado – Patrick and I had hoped to mountain bike in Canyonlands or Moab, but things just didn’t work out. We had also planned to visit the Moniz family in Boulder, but upon descending from the summit of Independence Monument, I learned from Mike Moniz that he and his family
I had the chance to whip up a story for the Pemba Serves blog in which I chronicled my adventure to the top of the most glaciated peak in the lower 48. This may have been one of my greatest adventure experiences to date and would love to share it with you. check it out by clicking the image below
http://youtu.be/ucjf5RllbVk
September 1, 2011 MOAB, Utah – The original plan was to climb Red Rocks, just outside of Vegas. But with triple digit temperatures forecast, Patrick and I headed north and east in search of cooler climates to climb. We passed up Zion (too hot), and Mount Hayden along the Grand Canyon North Rim
August 31, 2011 LAS VEGAS, Nevada – My plane touched down at 9:26 PM in a desert still baking at near 100 degrees. I deplaned and was immediately greeted by the distinctive and constant barrage of bells and whistles emanating from the innumerable slot machines scattered throughout McCarran Airport. Patrick outside of Circus Circus
By: Patrick Gensel In 2006, scuba diver and outdoor person Nate Alder took the noble gas concept used in dry suits and started to transition it into other types of outdoor gear. Using Argon, a safe and eco friendly gas, Alder was able to create products that insulate using the lightweight and readily available gas.
Hello friends, many of you know that I have been working for a few months to raise money for Big City Mountaineers. My ascent of Rainier is swiftly approaching and I still have work to do to reach my goal. With the help of my friend Kristy Graves, I have teamed up with fellow Rainier
If light weight is your goal, then the Togir Light by Mammut is just for you. Weighing only 12.3 the Togir Light is one of the lightest harnesses around. In this weeks video, Patrick takes a look at this harness.