Most Inspirational Moment
Finally getting to see Mont Blanc towards the end of the week. We were joking that perhaps it didn’t actually exist!! Our trip coincided with UTMB and as an ultra trail fan I was in my element. It was good that the rest of the group also became avid supporters which culminated in us all cheering the runners on at the 2 mile point of the main race outside the local pub. Just brilliant!!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Rob was an exceptional leader and despite varying abilities kept the whole group together all week something I found out was less likely than I thought it would be. He tweaked routes according to the conditions although I never felt we were missing out. Some of his times and distances were a bit on the conservative side and became a running joke which was taken in good humour by everyone.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take enough clothes for all weathers. There are no washing facilities at the chalet so bear that in mind.
Suggestions
To begin with I found breakfast and making our packed lunch up for the day a bit rushed but this improved throughout the week as the group gelled and we all got into the ebb and flow of things. I also felt that the trip to Courmayeur was unnecessary given the conditions on that day and the fact we waited 2hrs to come back through the Mont Blanc tunnel. I didn’t think it was a good use of our hosts time who were the van drivers for the day and that we were adding to the congestion becoming part of the problem rather than the solution.