Glad to know you are alive and well! Did you go past trail crest to the summit? Have been eager to hear from you because you seem to have gone the furthest!
Great report!
I'm the hiker that you met on the trail and at camp. I'm happy that I was able to help you guys :-D It's a bummer that you had equipment failures and poor sleep, but it sounds like you made a smart decision to turn around. The mountain will always be there, and I hope you're already planning a return trip for another attempt. It was great meeting you and your friends. See you around.
