--- title: "Home" description: "“One of the world’s most respected chroniclers of Everest” — Outside Magazine Alan Arnette CLIMBER  ·  COACH  ·  WRITER  ·  ADVOCATE Read the Blog → Summit Coaching → Major Expeditions 36 About Alan Climbing and covering the world’s highest peaks since 1997 Summiting Everest in 2011 and K2 in 2014 at age 58 — becoming the […]" url: "https://www.alanarnette.com/" date_modified: "2026-08-02T15:40:51-06:00" --- “One of the world’s most respected chroniclers of Everest” — Outside Magazine # Alan Arnette CLIMBER  ·  COACH  ·  WRITER  ·  ADVOCATE [Read the Blog →](https://www.alanarnette.com/all-posts) [Summit Coaching →](https://www.summitcoach.org) --- [![Alan Arnette](https://www.alanarnette.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/12002201_10153321500603411_8999842242988143090_n.jpg)](https://www.alanarnette.com/mountaineering.php) Major Expeditions 36 About Alan ## Climbing and covering the world's highest peaks since 1997 Summiting Everest in 2011 and K2 in 2014 at age 58 — becoming the oldest American at the time — Alan Arnette has spent almost three decades as both a high-altitude climber and one of the most trusted independent voices in mountaineering journalism, This site is a record of that journey: 36 major expeditions on seven continents, hundreds of pages of trip reports, gear and guide reviews, expedition dispatches, and the real stories behind each climb and every Himalayan and Karakorum season. Climbing the world to end Alzheimer’s. [Full Biography →](https://www.alanarnette.com/core/about.php) --- 01 ✍️ ### Writer Authoritative Everest coverage since 2002 — 24 consecutive seasons of no-hype dispatches trusted by a million+ readers annually. 02 ⛰️ ### Climber Everest, K2, Broad Peak, Cho Oyu, Denali, Aconcagua and 30+ more. Every expedition was documented with photos and honest accounts, even the no-summit expeditions. 03 🧭 ### Coach Independent Summit Coach for climbers at every level — from first 14ers to Everest and K2. No guide service agenda. Your success only. 04 🎤 ### Speaker Captivating talks on peak business and personal performance, Alzheimer’s awareness, and the leadership lessons of extreme mountaineering for any audience. --- May 21, 2011 · Summit ## Everest at 54 After three previous attempts in 2002, 2003, and 2008 — each raising Alzheimer’s research funding — Alan reached the summit of the world’s highest peak on his fourth attempt at 29,032 feet at age 54. [Everest Story →](https://www.alanarnette.com/everest/everest.php) July 27, 2014 · His 58th Birthday ## K2 at 58 Becoming the 18th and oldest, at the time, American to summit K2, Alan climbed the world’s most dangerous mountain for his mother, Ida and the fight against Alzheimer’s — raising research funding across every expedition. [K2 Story →](https://www.alanarnette.com/climbs/k2.php) By the Numbers ## Major Mountaineering 36 Major expeditions 38 Age when he started 225 Colorado 14er summits Seven continents. Eight 8,000-meter peaks. 58 Colorado 14,000-foot peaks. A lifetime of purpose-driven climbing. --- Latest Coverage ## From the Blog [All Posts →](https://www.alanarnette.com/all-posts) No Survivors on Broad Peak August 2, 2026 8 Comments It’s only been a few days since the massive earthquake on Pakistan’s Broad Peak, and search teams, operators’ home teams, and the Alpine Club of Pakistan (ACP) have confirmed that there were no survivors. Now the priority has shifted from rescue to recovery. Read More » Tragedy on Broad Peak July 31, 2026 1 Comment I always hesitate to post about climbing accidents too early, as there is a tremendous amount of misinformation in the mainstream media and especially on social media; thus, this is a preliminary post with as much information as I can confirm as of midday, July 31, 2026. Apparently, around 9:30 Read More » K2 2026: Summits on other 8000ers, Wind Stall K2 Summit Bids July 24, 2026 1 Comment The Karakorum continues to be quiet as we approach the end of July. There have been summits only on Nanga Parbat, Broad Peak and Gasherbrum II. High winds have hampered attempts on K2, while other issues have emerged on GI and Broad Peak. Read More » K2 2026: Weather Delays Small Teams across Karakorum July 16, 2026 No Comments In a quiet season, with poor weather stalling progress, there is climbing across the Karakorum. While the first summits of this 2026 summer season on Nanga Parbat feel like a long time ago, a few teams have reached several of Pakistan’s five 8,000-meter peaks and are on their summit bids. Read More » K2 2026: Coverage Begins & First Summits July 9, 2026 No Comments In a quiet season, climbing across the Karakorum is underway, with the first summits of this 2026 summer season on Nanga Parbat. A few teams reached several of Pakistan’s five 8,000-meter peaks. #k2026 Read More » 7000m+ In-Nepal Everest Requirement Takes Another Step Forward – But Not Passed – Yet July 9, 2026 No Comments Over the past two years, Nepal’s government and the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation have been working on a sweeping Tourism Bill that includes new rules for casinos, hospitality, and mountaineering. The key proposed rule for Everest mountaineers is the requirement to have summited a 7,000-meter-or-higher peak in Read More » --- [![](http://www.alanarnette.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Alan20and20Ida20on20K2-17.jpg)](https://www.alanarnette.com/k2-memoir.html) Summit of K2 · July 27, 2014 · His 58th Birthday Alan & Ida — 28,251 feet Forthcoming Memoir ## Hard or Impossible? Summiting K2 for Ida > “Alan Arnette took on K2 — one of the most dangerous mountain on earth — not for himself, but for his mother and the fight against Alzheimer’s. This is a story about what real purpose looks like at altitude.” Ed Viesturs — The only American to summit all 14 eight-thousanders without supplemental oxygen 58 Age on K2 7 Continents summited $500K Raised for Alzheimer's 1 in 4 K2 climbers don't return up to 2014 From Chapter 1 · Gasping for Air “A surge of debilitating fatigue overtook me. My shoulders drooped. I stared at my yellow boots, crushed by disappointment… My ice axe fell onto the snow. It was 12:30 a.m. on July 27, 2014 — my fifty-eighth birthday.” [Read the Memoir Page & SIgn up for Publication Notification →](https://www.alanarnette.com/k2-memoir.html) 56,000 words · Foreword by Jim Davidson --- @AlanArnetteClimbs on YouTube ## Watch the latest video Alan’s YouTube channel covers Everest, K2 and more climbing seasons, with personal expedition narratives and mountaineering insights. Subscribe to be notified of new videos. WHAT VIEWERS ARE SAYING “Your narrative of the summit night gave me chills. I felt like I was right there on the ridge with you.” “Best Everest coverage on the internet. No hype, just what matters. Can't wait for the memoir.” “The way you tell these stories is unmatched — pure storytelling.” [Subscribe to @AlanArnetteClimbs](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPg__zM9MzjNjDyyjTDr7ZQ) --- The Podcast ## Alan Arnette on Audio In-depth conversations on mountaineering, high-altitude climbing, Alzheimer’s advocacy, and the stories behind the expeditions. Available on all major platforms. [🎧 Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/2uu2RcE9WiFKzSGl50oFKY) [🎙️ Apple](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-podcast-on-alanarnette-com/id1567287947) [▶ YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPg__zM9MzjNjDyyjTDr7ZQ) [📻 Pocket Casts](https://pca.st/otq8ztfv) --- Professional Speaking ## Lessons from the edge of the possible After 36 major expeditions, Alan brings authentic stories and hard-won insight to corporate audiences, nonprofits, and universities. His talks connect the demands of extreme mountaineering to real-world leadership, resilience, and purpose. His casual yet powerful style brings audiences into the high-altitude world with stunning photography, video, and personal storytelling — leaving them entertained, educated, and motivated. Peak PerformanceLeadership Under PressureAlzheimer's AwarenessRisk & ResilienceGoal Setting [Visit summittalk.org →](https://www.summittalk.org) [![](http://www.alanarnette.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Alan-speakiong-Summittalk.jpeg)](https://www.summittalk.org) --- Summit Coach ## A coach with no agenda but yours.   As an independent coach, Alan doesn’t work for any guide service. The goal is simple: help you choose the right objective, the right team, and the right plan — for your goals, your experience level, and your life. ![summitcoach](https://www.alanarnette.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/summitcoach-e1483568572550.jpg)[](https://www.summitcoach.org) 🗻 Objective Selection Matching your experience and ambitions to the right peak — honestly, not optimistically. 🤝 Guide Service Vetting Independent evaluation of operators, costs, safety records, and team fit. 📋 Training & Preparation A personalized plan covering physical, technical, mental, and emotional readiness. [Schedule FREE 30-min Call →](https://www.summitcoach.org) > “When I came to Alan, I had absolutely no climbing experience, and I only dreamed of climbing Mount Everest as a teenager. Despite my initial inexperience, Alan provided me with all of the insights and training I would need to summit Mount Everest at 19. He guided me every single step of the way, all the way to the top. **Ryan Mitchell**Summited Everest > “Alan has extensive knowledge and experience in mountaineering, and provided valuable advice based on my individual profile. He helped me choose the right guiding company and gave me key insights on technical, physical and mental preparation. 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