Mountaineer, GSOH, seeks friendly sponsor...
This expedition will cost us an immense amount of money that we just don't have. We would be very grateful for any companies willing to help us meet the costs of this expedition by donating mountain equipment or grants. Please contact Stephan or Matt if you feel you could help us. In return you will receive publicity, written accounts of our progress and most importantly your name will appear here:

These wonderful people have given us grants...

These fantastic companies have given us equipment or substantial discounts ...
Rab Carrington Makers of all things Down including sleeping bags and jackets.
DMM DMM make a range of technical climbing equipment including crampons and ice axes.
Suunto Probably the best altimeters in the world... their wristop computers are very popular amongst climbers since they include compasses, altimeters, barometers and heart rate monitors.
Mardale Mardale make a whole range of outdoor clothing for all conditions and abilities.
Trailwise Known for their trekking poles they also act as suppliers of Stubai ice axes and crampons.
Therm-a-rest The makers of these well known and very comfortable self-inflating mattresses also make the Platypus hydration system range.