“With our summer in Chamonix coming to a close, and thus our trip in France inevitably ending as well, to finish this hike—the culmination of everything we had done in the past year—was incredibly satisfying. We traveled 120 miles and 40,000 vertical feet of the Swiss Alps, hiking amongst massive glaciers, snowy peaks and runaway mountain goats.”

“On a five minute stroll down its main street, you’ll pass by trail runners in bright lycra tights, well dressed couples window shopping, and alpinists just off the peaks, tromping down the street with full packs. I think that is part of why I love this city so much. Fancy-pants Chanel wearing ladies and ice ax toting dirtbags can be seen sitting on nearby benches and nobody seems to think this combination odd.”