erikwilker Posted March 26, 2002 Share Posted March 26, 2002 A group of us is hoping to go down to Peru and climb Huascaran this June. We are looking to do the standard route in default of any quality information on alternative routes. Anybody out there have some suggestions for alternatives and back up plans? I would also be interested in any advice on climbing the Cordillera Blanca in general (appropriate clothing, worthy alternative peaks, etc) Note: I have traveled and climbed in S.A. previously, but not this area. Thanks for any help, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glen Posted March 26, 2002 Share Posted March 26, 2002 Not beta, but useful: Stay at Edwards in Huaraz. It is where the climbers hang out, the owners are cool and they have a bodega to keep your gear in while out and about without it getting "lightened" in your absence. Watch out for the cows- they're crazy and cannibalistic. Saw a nasty one chewing on the foreleg of a cow. just the foreleg, rest of cow was missing. It's awesome down there, have a blast! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob_Clarke Posted March 26, 2002 Share Posted March 26, 2002 Absolutely stay at Edwards. There are plenty of books with hand written beta and plenty of climbers hanging out. Hiring a porter to stay with your stuff during your climbs will pay off hugely. Huarez is a great place. Enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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