Capestorm finishes Everest Climbing Teams High Altitude Suits

Capestorm, one of the Everest teams major sponsors have now completed the High Altitude Down Suits that will protect the team from the elements up to $29,000 ft. The team including Australian's Pete Wells, Darren Robertson, Stephen Bock, Brad Jackson and Sandy Hoby are all really excited about receiving these suits. The suits will be delivered direct to Kathmandu in advance of the teams arrival in a week.

Team completes last round of official presentations before climb

The Australian team including leader Ronnie Muhl (who flew in from South Africa) has completed its final round of official speaking engagements last week. We had an incredible response again to the Westpac, PRA and Col Crawford client nights. We are also very appreciative of Luna Park Sydney's support during these presentations. With just 2 weeks to go until the climb the team are now going into 'lock-down' mode.

Vertech Group comes on board as sponsor of Australian Everest 2010 Expedition

The Australian Everest 2010 Expedition is proud to announce that the Vertech Group has come on board as a sponsor to the Everest team this year. "Andy and his team at Vertech have been incredible with a massive contribution in equipment for us and a considerable donation to Bowel Cancer Australia as well-thank you guys" - The Everest Team

Stephen Bock will hike 320km to raise awareness and funds for Bowel Cancer Australia

In keeping with the individual (Australian Everest Expedition 2010 Team) 320km events, Stephen Bock will hike 320kms from Canberra to Sydney in late December. "The 320kms represents the 320 lives lost a month to Bowel Cancer in Australia". You can support Stephen in his quest by donating on the website at www.everest2010.com.au in the events page (under 'Hike 320').

Pete and Dog have just completed over 320km's of paddling for Bowel Cancer

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Pete Wells and Doug Lucas paddled into Shellharbour yesterday after paddling over 320km's raising money and awareness for Bowel Cancer Australia. Support the guys incredible achievement by visiting www.paddle320.com and donating now.

Pete and Doug have started Paddle 320!

Today marked the start of the 'Paddle 320' event by Pete Wells and Doug Lucas. They started paddling from Boomerang Beach in NSW and their aim was to travel over 54 km to get to Hawks Nest by tonight. The journey will see them paddle over 320km to reach Shellharbour by this Saturday. The whole Everest team wishes them good luck as they commence this awesome endurance event to help raise money for Bowel Cancer Australia. Check out more info at www.paddle320.com