Simone Moro Instagram – Two days after our almost ascent of Pumori in nonstop alpine style from advanced base camp and back, I find myself reflecting on the importance of making right decisions in the mountains, which often include the ability to wait or give up. These skills clash with the modern world, which is increasingly fast-paced, competitive and obsessed with success, where those who give up are often labeled as losers.
The art of survival is at the heart of mountaineering, but unfortunately the necrologies are full of heroes.
On October 8, we decided to fail less than 100 meters from the summit of Pumori because of obvious avalanche danger.
At the same time unfortunately other friends failed perhaps to consider the similar option on Shisha Pangma and unfortunately within two hours and with two different avalanches 4 people found death: two different ropes formed by client and Sherpa Guide. One of them Lama Tenjen Sherpa was a great friend, a man of extraordinary strength. This is a time to pray and reflect.
But it is important to understand that mountaineering on 8,000 mt. today is not what it was 20 years ago. We should reflect on this evolution. In 31 years of expeditions, no sponsor has ever pushed me to put my life on the line for success. When people say that, it is a falsehood! Today, many people voluntarily choose to exceed or risk their limits to achieve their dreams and economic plans.
It is important to understand that exploration is something else.
Pumori is not an 8000er and will not change lives, but it was still an arduous adventure with a dramatic retreat in the midst of white out, with zero visibility.
More than 20 rappelling and 17 hours of continuous effort, trying to understand the terrain and ourselves, assessing our condition. It was a great experience and a life lesson that made us wiser, even if we gave up the summit in the end.
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