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Type-Two Cotopaxi Adventure
In this extract from The Gap Years, Tom French returns to Ecuador, a country he first discovered through mountaineering in his youth. Now in his 60s and several years into a personal journey of rediscovering adventure, he joins climbing partner Mark Pattison for an ascent of Cotopaxi, Ecuador’s iconic 19,300-foot volcano. What begins as a relaxed acclimatisation trip quickly becomes a race against deteriorating weather and time. From torrential storms and flooded mountain roads to a freezing ascent through the darkness, French captures both the exhilaration and suffering of high-altitude climbing, culminating in a spectacular sunrise summit and a hard-earned lesson in the meaning of Type 2 fun.
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Should Van Life Be More Accepted Throughout Australia?
As vanlife continues to grow, so does the tension between travellers seeking affordable places to stay and communities protecting their public spaces. Could designated overnight areas offer a practical middle ground for responsible travellers, councils and locals alike?
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What’s new with Kathmandu? Getting serious with the XT Series
We put Kathmandu’s new XT Series to the test in the New Zealand mountains, exploring its ultralight packs, fleece, down and waterproof gear.
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