British mountaineers Mick Fowler and Victor Saunders have set off on their latest exploratory expedition to the Himalaya. After last year’s success on Yawash Sar, the veteran climbers have set their sights on another remote objective. Supported by BERGHAUS, Fowler and Saunders will be using the latest kit from the brand’s latest Extrem range and will return to the UK in mid-October.
Mick Fowler and Vic Saunders first climbed together in the 1980s and achieved success in the Himalaya which culminated in the first ascent of the Golden Pillar of Spantik (Pakistan) in 1987. After an extended break, they reunited in 2016 and returned to the Himalaya for a first ascent of the north face of Sersank, and had planned more expeditions before Fowler’s cancer diagnosis delayed them.
Following successful treatment, Fowler returned to fitness and expeditions, continuing to climb in the Greater Ranges while using a colostomy bag and outdoor gear that has been adapted for his specific requirements by Berghaus. In 2024, Fowler and Saunders made the first ascent of Yawash Sar in the Karakoram, by the north west face.
Fowler said, “As usual, Victor and I are full of anticipation at the prospect of exploring a remote area and tackling an appealing objective. Over the last few years, we have discovered that we enjoy each other’s company and we make a pretty good climbing team too. Another adventure awaits!”
Photo: Sersank summit selfie in 2016 by Vic Saunders (left) and Mick Fowler
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