Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Enjoy Boat Tour of St. Petersburg

July 29, 2014

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

The RMI Mt. Elbrus July 18th Team spent their last night in Russia on a boat tour through the canals of St. Petersburg. Follow along with them via the video below.

Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Travel to Saint Petersburg

July 28, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Our team left the Baksan Valley and the beautiful Caucasus Mountains and hopped a flight to Saint Petersburg. Yes!!! It's a St. Petersburg selfie!! Eat your heart out Ellen! That is the expression you have when you arrive in St. Petersburg. The team had a long day first driving to the airport and then flying to get here. And let me tell you...it is worth it. I love this city and I can't wait to share the sights with the team. It is a luxurious way to end our adventure in Russia. RMI Guide JJ Justman

Mt. Elbrus: JJ and Team Enjoy Last Day in Cheget

July 27, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 7,500'

It was a great last day in Cheget. The team went trout fishing and relaxed in the rain! Thank goodness we went for the summit of Mt. Elbrus yesterday. We are continuing to celebrate a safe and successful adventure with great food and good company. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Mt. Elbrus: Justman and Team Reach Summit!

July 26, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 18,510'

Our team made the summit of Mt. Elbrus! It was an interesting weather day. It wasn't bad but it wasn't good. The wind and the cold challenged everyone including myself. Our team did a fantastic job motivating each other and looking after one another. I was really proud to climb with all of them and they all deserve a huge congratulations! We are now safely down back in the ski town of Cheget. A well deserved rest after a good Russian meal is in store! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Yeah!!! Well done everyone! Good job Cindee~ can’t wait to hear all about it when you get home!! Xoxo, Maija

Posted by: Maija Markula on 7/28/2014 at 9:23 am

Congratulations!! Cindee, you are amazing. Well done for the entire team!! Great adventure and climb for everyone! Be safe and enjoy the rest if your trip.
Karen

Posted by: Karen N. on 7/27/2014 at 9:47 am

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Mt. Elbrus: Teams Waits on the Mountain for Better Weather

July 25, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 12,000'

It is a soggy day on Mount Elbrus. The weather has turned and not for the better. It's raining pretty constant at the moment. What was to be a training day has turned into a hunker down day. Don't get me wrong, I could make it sound like its epic and the team is hanging onto the walls of our huts. However, it's still not too bad. But with the potential of a small break in the weather for tomorrow, there is no need to get sopping wet. The team is reading, watching tv and dreaming of their dance moves on the summit of Elbrus...hopefully tomorrow! So keep your fingers crossed for us... RMI Guides JJ Justman

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Enjoy your lazy day and I hope the weather is awesome tomorrow for your summit!! It’s a little warmer in San Jose (CA) today ... a balmy 100+ degrees!

Posted by: Rebecca on 7/25/2014 at 5:04 pm

Hope you guys have great weather tomorrow. Good luck to everyone can’t wait to hear all about it!

Posted by: Mona on 7/25/2014 at 1:48 pm

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Mt. Elbrus: JJ and Team Enjoy Time on the Mountain

July 24, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 12,000'

Hello from Mt. Elbrus! Our team awoke from a good nights sleep to a beautiful, clear sunny day. After a great Russian breakfast with great American Starbucks coffee we threw our spikes on and went for a walk. The higher you get the slower things become. As our team approached 15,000 feet many of us began to feel the air getting just a bit thinner. However, we accomplished the goal and the high altitude was a great welcome for us to become stronger for summit day. Everyone did a great job and even though towards the end it got a little tougher, everyone is having fun and in good spirits. However, no one is still laughing at any of my jokes! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Hi Lil one. Do you have vodka? When in Rome…

Posted by: Stacy on 7/25/2014 at 10:34 am

Hey sis…...proud of you keep up the good work. Just and FYI I will be one of the 50 closest friend of Kristina that will be at the all night kegger
.......don’t tell Kristina because she does not know…....shhhh!! Talk to you soon. Call when you can. I will inform dad of your progress.

Sandy

Posted by: Sandy on 7/24/2014 at 7:12 pm

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Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Stretch Their Legs on Peak Cheget

July 22, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 11,000'

We had a fun day acclimatizing on Peak Cheget in beautiful weather. The views were breath taking and it certainly was nice to stretch the legs. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Hi you crazy russian mountain goats!! L O V E the intro video, you all look like bad asses.

Triscuit! I’d leave you a tour update but you know I don’t follow that stuff at all! Sorry. Take good care of yourself, and J-Lo of course, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery!! Oh, yeah, and you’re welcome, now you have some explaining to do to your climbing team!! Remember to tell them you get 2 E-vites! Haha. Love you tons :)

Maija

Posted by: Maija Markula on 7/22/2014 at 3:06 pm

Be safe and enjoy another adventure.

Posted by: sandy on 7/22/2014 at 12:31 pm

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Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Arrive in Cheget

July 21, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

Elevation: 11,000'

Sometimes the most difficult part of any expedition is just getting on the mountain. Today, our Elbrus team got one step closer. We jumped on a flight from Moscow and arrived in Mineralnye Vody and then had a 2 1/2 hour shuttle ride to arrive in Cheget. We are now sitting under the glistening Caucasus Mountains that surround the valley. Some of our team are exploring the shops in town while others are sorting mountaineering gear. Thanks for catching up with is and stay tuned for some photos and video of this wonderful area. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Mt. Elbrus: Justman & Team Explore Moscow

July 20, 2014

Posted by: JJ Justman

Categories: Expedition Dispatches Elbrus Southside

The RMI July 18th Mt. Elbrus team led by RMI Guide JJ Justman gathered in Moscow on July 19th. The team explored the city on July 20th with a local tour guide soaking in the sites of the Kremlin, Red Square, Lenin's Tomb and more. Check out the video from their city tour.