The only video on YouTube of the whole Antisana climb

In September 2017, Edita and I were sitting in the dining room of Refugio Carrel, Ecuador, the evening before our second Chimborazo climb. Our guide Romel introduced us to another guide, a cheerful character with big glasses. As we shook hands it occurred to me that he looked familiar.

‘Haven’t we climbed together before?’ I said.

He didn’t hesitate.

‘Of course, Antisana 2009. I remember your video. It’s the only video on YouTube of the whole Antisana climb.’

His name was Ramiro, and he was o...