The Man Who Skied Down Everest
Andrzej Bargiel, a skilled mountaineer, shares his experience of climbing Mt Everest without oxygen and skiing down the mountain.
Training and Preparation
According to Bargiel, 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, especially in steep and exposed terrain
- Climbing regularly as an IFMGA mountain guide
- Engaging in endurance sports like running, biking, and gym workouts
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 of climbing and skiing down Mt Everest.