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The beautiful pyramid of Khan Tengri is known as the 'Jewel of the Tien Shan'. It is the most sought after peak of this most northerly and remote of the great Asian mountain ranges and it was not until 1991 that the first British ascent was made.

I will be travelling to Krygyzstan in August to spend 3 weeks attempting to climb this amazing mountain. On this expedition, the technical standard of the climbing, the high altitude and the remoteness of the mountains will make it an extremely serious and committing undertaking. I have been following a rigourous training program to maximise my chances of attaining the summit. Once we reach base camp (by ex-Russian military helicopter!) I will be following a careful acclimatisation program to ensure that I give myself the best chance of success. This will involve stocking the higher camps on the mountain prior to my summit attempt following a climb high, sleep low philosophy.

By organising and undertaking this expedition I hope to raise as much money as possible for those less fortunate than myself, while pushing my own mental and physical boundaries. I plan to use this expedition as preparation for climbing Cho Oyu (the 6th highest mountain in the world) next year and finally Mount Everest in 2008. I hope you will find this worthwhile and would consider supporting Maggie's vital work. Please note that this is not a commercial expedition. My friend and I are travelling independently to Krygyzstan and do not plan to employ the services of a guide. All monies raised from this site will go directly to Maggie's to help people living with cancer. (Remember that 1 in 3 of us are likely to develop cancer at some stage in our lives).

I have managed to attract support from the following kit suppliers:

EQUIP UK- UK distributors of brands such as RAB and OUTDOOR DESIGNS- free clothing to the value of £500.

LYON OUTDOORS- UK distributors of brands such as PETZL, LA SPORTIVA, JULBO, EXPED- unlimited trade price equipment

MOUNTAIN BOOT COMPANY- UK distributor of SCARPA footwear- 33% discount on high altitude boots

LOWE ALPINE- 30% discount on all products

SMARTWOOL- 30% discount off base layers and socks

COTSWOLD OUTDOOR- Trade price 70L sac and 20% discount off entire range

EXPEDITION FOODS- 10% discount off mountain food

I would like to thank all of these suppliers for helping me direct more of my fundraising to Maggie's

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Maggie's Centres will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

Many thanks for your support.

Ricky.

Well Done Ricky - ya bampot! Donation by Andy Hillis 22/09/06  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Best of Luck Donation by Scot Burnett 06/09/06  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Best of Luck!!! Donation by Lorne Callaghan 05/09/06  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Hope you finally made despite the weather. Donation by Theresa Froehlich 04/09/06  

£50.00

Hope you made it onto mountain in the end. Let us know! Yvonne (Explore! tent neighbour @ Base Camp) Donation by Yvonne Ledger 30/08/06  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

the race is not always to the swift Donation by hugh 19/08/06  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck Ricky. Hope all the training pays off! Donation by David Ritchie 11/08/06  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Have fun. Donation by David McNair 10/08/06  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Dont look down Donation by martin ashton 09/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck mate Donation by Sandy Warnock 08/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck with the climb. I'll be thinking of you when I'm on the beach! Donation by Russ Walker 08/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

If you dont make it I want my money Bak Donation by Stuart Low 07/08/06  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

GOOD LUCK Donation by Kate Grant 07/08/06  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Doing us accountants proud! All the best fella, Ali Smee Donation by Ali Smeaton 07/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck Ricky Donation by Jamie Green 07/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Rather you than me! All the very best. Donation by Julie Haslam 07/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck!! Donation by Jo C from Halifax 07/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck!!! Donation by Richard Taylor 07/08/06  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good luck! Donation by Laura Burchill 03/08/06  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Ricky, Good luck hope you enjoy and don't get frost bite. Regards Emma Donation by Emma Birchall 03/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck! Donation by Debbie Fletcher 03/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

All the luck in the world Ricky! Donation by Karen Glover 03/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Steph Cheah 03/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Very brave! Good luck! Donation by Suminder Shahi 03/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

good luck Donation by alistair shearer 03/08/06  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good luck Ricky. Hope you enjoy it and it all goes well Donation by Louise Howorth 03/08/06  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Sounds an amazing feat fella - good luck! Donation by Jamie Stewart 03/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Some expedition. Enjoy! Donation by Rob Moore 03/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

All the best for the climb. Donation by Annette Clarke 03/08/06  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck. Donation by Gilly Cranney 03/08/06  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
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