From the “Choosing a Team Name” Dept.

I mentioned that the five of us needed a team name. I’ve been thinking long and hard about this, but nothing has come up.

From the “Team Profile” Dept.

Unfortunately I was too busy today to get this part of my blog up and running. I had to buy some stuff (Therm-A-Rest¨ Chair, trekking poles, whistle, etc) to round out my gear. Collectively with the addition of some new equipment, my bag weight has jumped 4 pounds to 36 lbs. Personally, I think I’m carrying too much, but oh well. I know for instance that my tent is 3 lbs too heavy, and that I could probably substitute to a lighter jacket—if I hadn’t lost my 3-ply GoreTex shell in between France and Spain in last year’s trek through Europe.

Hopefully, I’m fit enough to carry this weight.

The people accompanying me are (and I’d like to apologize if this is factually incorrect, I know I’m making some gross simplifications here):

• Anu Sharma, 25, a Sex Educator for the Ministry of Health.
• Jean Mack, 22, a professional Video Editor.
• Kenny Samoru, 25, a Network Technician.
• Win Toh, 25 (turns 26 in about 30 mins from the time I write this blog—so happy birthday big bro), a Graphic Designer.

Wish me luck, because it will definitely drop below 0¼C this weekend.

Cheers,

Tai