Outdoor Gear Chat
Join Cathy and Wayne as they chat about the pro's (and the con's) of technical outdoor clothing and equipment.Outdoor Gear Chat takes a lighthearted peek inside the wonderful world of fabrics, garments, footwear and equipment helping you to understand some of the science behind how to stay dry, how to stay comfortable and how to choose the best outdoor kit for you.
Outdoor Gear Chat
67: Joe Brown and Kangchenjunga 1955
In this special anniversary podcast Cathy and Wayne celebrate 70 years since Joe Brown and George Band stood just below the summit of the world's third highest peak, making them the highest climbing Britons until Doug Scott and Dougal Haston summited Everest in 1975.
Joined by climber, author and film maker John Porter, this is a fascinating insight into an incredible expedition that cemented friendships, promoted respect for the local people and their beliefs, challenged class distinctions of the time, applied technical rock climbing skills above 8000m and saw four members attain the summit ridge.
Not bad for what was supposed to be a reconnaissance expedition!
Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action Nepal
The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK
The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
If you found this interesting then don't forget to download our earlier episodes:
36. Kit Lists - Trekking In Nepal
30. Kit Lists - Climbing an 8000m Peak with Jon Gupta
26. Kit Lists - Expeditions with Andy Cave
