AMA DABLAM EXPEDITION 2014
 

"When scaling a mountain peak, you'll find it's best to keep the risk taking to a minimum and take them only to avoid unexpected circumstances that might impact the ultimate success or safety of the climb."

                                                                         -Adrian Ballinger, Alpenglow Expeditions

He explains that at 20,000 feet, living on the edge and act haphazardly aren't an option. Risks are only taken after careful calculation and if an impasse presents itself to the team's original plan. It's always best to stick with the original plan until it no longer works. "Don't let risk taking be a short cut to achieving the goal."

CINEMATOGRAPHER: GABE ROGEL

EDITOR: STEPHEN JESS, wax edit nyc

PRODUCER: SALLI ZILLES