14ers.com member attempting K2

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58 years old no less. Very impressive.
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Wow! Very impressive. Good job Alan!!
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Yesterday I was reading Ed Viesturs' latest book "The Mountain" on Everest and noticed that he cites Alan's Everest data several times, referring to him as "the respected Everest chronicler".
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Congratulations to Alan and his team, looks like they're making steady progress on the descent and have reached Camp 3 (~7300m as of his last SPOT). Wishing everyone a safe return!
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HUGE accomplishment! Congrats Alan! WOW.
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Great job, Alan, I've been thinking about your climb. Safe travels home,
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Status of a badass....achieved. Congratulations! I hope to climb with you one day to hear of your Himalaya experiences.
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Hooray Alan! I'm so looking forward to your telling us all about it! (Once you get a chance to "catch your breath".)
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Congratulations Alan! Praying for your safe return!
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Great news, way to go Alan! Fort Collins and the rest of Colorado are proud!
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Amazing...
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Way to go, Alan!! :-D And wishing you a safe return!
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