Comments on: Mt Kinabalu

By: adriansabah

adriansabah — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 15:40:56 +0000

So how was the climb itself? Especially the what seems like a million steps you had to climb on the first half of the journey. But climbing Mt Kinabalu is always an enjoyable experience. I got away from my cellphone for 3 days!

By: Cat

Cat — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:07:31 +0000

Hello! All the best on the climb. It’s a one in a lifetime thing and the sense of acheivement is something money cannot buy. Here are some pertinent points:
1) Waterproof jacket, pants and gloves. I just got an ultra-cheap pair of track pants from Giant and chucked it out after the climb.
2) It DOES get cold and I was glad I brought along my winter scarf which I wrapped around my neck, mouth and ears! Everyone forgets the ears!
3) Headlights for the second part of the climb (you climb in pitch dark)
4) Hire a porter to help carry your bags – it’s worth it!
5) The guides are all extremely friendly. Ours was the chap that won 3rd place at the KK runs and actually ran down the mountain whilst PIGGY-BACKING my mother!!! Amazing!
6) Lastly, have utter respect for the mountain. You’ll get what I mean when you get there :)

GOOD LUCK!!

By: carpediem

carpediem — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:26:09 +0000

haha! have fun man :) I wish I could be in your shoes, its always fun to try something new :p

take care nevertheless! and bring back lotsa pictures ;)

By: vlazygirl

vlazygirl — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:08:56 +0000

It’s not easy but it is do-able with determination. I felt the stick helped A LOT in my climb. Hire a porter instead of bearing the weight yourself. You need a headlamp for the summit push as well as gloves for holding on to the ropes. Keep warm for the summit. Waterproof jackets/raincoats will be good in case it rains. I hope you are wearing shoes suitable for trekking. Bring some energy food for the summit too. Hope you reach the peak to catch the sunrise – I was too late! :( Will wait for your pictures!

By: Bing

Bing — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:23:41 +0000

Oh, bring a monopod if you have one! It doubles as a walking stick for the hard climbs. Wahaha!

By: Bing

Bing — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:21:20 +0000

Good for you! I would bring the 24-70. On a full-frame cam, 24mm will give you plenty of width for panoramic shots. And if you spot some nice birds, you can still stretch it out a little. You have great lenses, I am sooo envious! Have a great trip!

By: Elaine

Elaine — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 05:49:09 +0000

I hope you have booked yourself a guide, which is a must. We had a porter with us the last time, because there were 5 of us and we had a lot of bottles of water to bring up. The guide should offer you a walking stick. Take it! If he didn’t offer you one, ask for one. It really helps.

Just take it slow, and enjoy the climb!

By: Shai

Shai — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 03:52:37 +0000

Good for you Joan.just don’t underestimate it becos its a first climb and you didn’t train. The first part is more step like and then you will rest for one night to acclimatize.. you MUST climb slowly to acclimitize as many get altitude sickness.If you feel your head is dizzy or you are breathing with difficulty.. stop.Never try to conquer a mountain..go with the idea of enjoying it..then you’ll be fine. There are a few other things but too much to say here.You know where to find me. Good luck!

By: mae

mae — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 01:53:16 +0000

you’re going to climb a mountain!
ok, I wiki-ed it.
“The main peak of the mountain (Low’s Peak) can be climbed easily by a person in good physical condition, and requires no mountaineering equipment”

ok, so I guess you’ll survive. oh btw, you might see the rafflesia there. Tell me if its really smelly.
Have fun!
Mae