The Man Who Skied Down Everest
Andrzej Bargiel, a skilled mountaineer, successfully climbed Mt Everest without oxygen and then skied down the mountain.
Training and Preparation
According to Bargiel, his years of experience in high-altitude mountains made skiing down Everest possible. He emphasizes the importance of spending time in the high mountains to read the snow, conditions, and potential hazards.
- Skiing often in steep and exposed terrain to feel at home
- Climbing regularly as an IFMGA mountain guide
- Engaging in endurance sports like running, biking, and gym workouts to prepare his body
Motivation
This was actually my third attempt on Everest. After many years of ski mountaineering and racing, I felt it would be great to use that experience to take on a meaningful project in the Himalaya.
Author's summary: Andrzej Bargiel shares his experience and training regimen for skiing down Everest.
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