Breathtaking: K2 - The World's Most Dangerous Mountain | Eddie Bauer

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  • čas přidán 31. 05. 2020
  • “K2 is a savage mountain that tries to kill you.” That is how climber George Bell described the infamous peak after the first American expedition in 1953-forever giving the mountain its nickname-The Savage Mountain. Sixty-six years later, Eddie Bauer mountain guides Adrian Ballinger and Carla Perez aim to summit the 8611-meter peak and join a community of explorers fewer in number than those who have been to outer space. Even more incredible, they both will attempt the feat without the use of supplemental oxygen. Every step of the way the team faces hazardous conditions, terrifying setbacks, and crushing misfortunes. But as Ballinger puts it, “I'll go until the mountain tells me I can’t go anymore.”
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  • @anthonym8250
    @anthonym8250 Před 2 lety +6140

    In my humble opinion, coming from the west. If you are rich enough to travel to these locations and spend thousands on the adventure you should be wealthy enough to ensure those locals that help you are rewarded. I could not seriously live with myself endangering others for my ego and not ensuring they were seriously compensated for helping me achieve that. And I love climbing passionately.

  • @ion_iot
    @ion_iot Před 2 lety +6957

    Who else is on a binge of mountain climbing videos. Can't get enough of them. Amazing locations and amazing people.

    • @punjabidragon
      @punjabidragon Před 2 lety +113

      14 Peaks has sent me down a rabbit hole for sure, and I can't get enough now!

    • @SwagFang
      @SwagFang Před 2 lety +87

      lol seriously. ive watched 4-5 different k2/everest climbing docs in the last 2 days.

    • @punjabidragon
      @punjabidragon Před 2 lety +36

      @@SwagFang glad I’m not the only one!

    • @OliviaXQ
      @OliviaXQ Před 2 lety +20

      @@SwagFang same here lol i cant stop

    • @Aschuu
      @Aschuu Před 2 lety +21

      Yesss. Sore from climbing all morning, now binging climbing videos

  • @johannesthe5th154
    @johannesthe5th154 Před 11 měsíci +913

    I’m amazed that their guide Pemba wasn’t mentioned more in this movie.
    He showed great heroism in the 2008 K2 disaster where 11 People died

    • @amandamfds
      @amandamfds Před 10 měsíci +58

      dude, I was looking for a comment mentioning Pemba

    • @OhokoEast
      @OhokoEast Před 7 měsíci +118

      And I'm amazed Nims Purja wasn't mentioned. Nims is probably the only reason Team Eddie Bauer made it to the summit at all. IIRC, 24 people summited that year after Nims set the ropes. Either way, K2 climbs are amazing and inspiring!

    • @xxbpxpeanutxxx162
      @xxbpxpeanutxxx162 Před 5 měsíci

      They only care for themselves. Egomaniacs

    • @manuelperezcruz179
      @manuelperezcruz179 Před 5 měsíci +37

      Yeahhhh, Pemba #1, without him they don’t get the top

    • @sriram042000
      @sriram042000 Před 5 měsíci +81

      Its like when Nims said in 14 peaks 'if a western climber does it, the headlines will be 10x bigger'. same case here...documentaries got made about accomplishments and skills that pale in comparison to the local natives and their skills and achievements.

  • @maggietu6592
    @maggietu6592 Před 11 měsíci +1620

    The standard 10 dollar tip had me jaw dropping. I feel so bad for the local people who risk their life helping climbers.

    • @K1L2W3
      @K1L2W3 Před 10 měsíci +8

      In did! The CLIMBERS TO GAIN FORTUNE😊

    • @ts7901
      @ts7901 Před 10 měsíci +86

      It costs 10s of thousands of dollars to climb these mountains, most of that goes to the Sherpas/local suppliers. They eat well, don't worry.

    • @randomlegend631
      @randomlegend631 Před 10 měsíci +26

      Same, i tip my barber more than $10

    • @jessesuprey7364
      @jessesuprey7364 Před 10 měsíci +20

      Per bag.

    • @mg4hassan882
      @mg4hassan882 Před 9 měsíci +25

      It's not Switzerland
      Pakistan is the cheapest country in the world that ten dollars is one person's whole day work pay

  • @yooperlooper
    @yooperlooper Před 3 lety +1003

    So glad I can do all my mountaineering on CZcams

    • @leraabercrombie2765
      @leraabercrombie2765 Před 2 lety

      loooool

    • @babyolman1622
      @babyolman1622 Před 2 lety +1

      Lol

    • @bhanu1966
      @bhanu1966 Před 2 lety +1

      yes😘

    • @apeyb5606
      @apeyb5606 Před 2 lety +7

      Lol, me too 🤣🤣 more power to all those brave souls!! How mesmerizing it must be to be above the world… but I’ll stick with the Appalachians for my hiking and Mountain Views and CZcams for my more extreme mountaineering curiosities 😂

    • @Alishki
      @Alishki Před 2 lety

      😭👌🏼

  • @shenphen333
    @shenphen333 Před 3 lety +653

    As a Tibetan, I am proud of Our Sherpa brothers. They did all the difficult tasks.

    • @MrRobinearp
      @MrRobinearp Před 3 lety +58

      The sherpa are the true hereos ,the a re doing this to support their families!

    • @sarahmilner8483
      @sarahmilner8483 Před 3 lety +23

      As always. They are the REAL heros

    • @cannonball9478
      @cannonball9478 Před 3 lety +13

      Much respect to the Sherpas from Oxfordshire, England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

    • @brettneuberger6466
      @brettneuberger6466 Před 3 lety +27

      Yes! Sherpas always deserve the most glory. Unfortunately, they don’t always get the recognition they deserve.

    • @cobidbeksin5200
      @cobidbeksin5200 Před 3 lety +5

      Are there Sherpas in Pakistan though?

  • @frankberumen3661
    @frankberumen3661 Před 9 měsíci +488

    I'm not in any way trying to take credit from mountain climbers. I'm sure the skill and endurance needed is tremendous. With that said, it does seem like the Sherpas are the real mountaineers up there. They make it possible for others to reach a summit so they can say "I did it". But who paved the way to the top and who paid their way to the top becomes obvious.

    • @johnbobbypringle
      @johnbobbypringle Před 6 měsíci +11

      I hope you get some great pics while you're up there.

    • @SourPatch97
      @SourPatch97 Před 4 měsíci +5

      Too long didn’t read

    • @Kunfucious577
      @Kunfucious577 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Its because they’re native to the altitude

    • @kamakaziozzie3038
      @kamakaziozzie3038 Před měsícem

      Nothing like a good virtue signal to get my day going

    • @user-lq2nu6cn7y
      @user-lq2nu6cn7y Před 14 dny +1

      @@Kunfucious577That doesn’t make it any less demanding nor does it not make them heroes. Their preparation(training) budget would’ve been non-existent compared to the rich westerners.

  • @memoi6308
    @memoi6308 Před rokem +58

    For us armchair travellers, these videos are wonderful. Thank you!

    • @kamvans
      @kamvans Před měsícem +1

      Armchair travellers 😂😂😂😂😂

  • @buddyprowell
    @buddyprowell Před 4 lety +1188

    Well.... I was feeling pretty good about WALKING 10 miles yesterday... Not to brag, but also without supplemental oxygen

    • @coryCuc
      @coryCuc Před 4 lety +44

      Congratulations! I made it 7 miles. Just a little more training and we'll be on our way to summit K2 lol.

    • @theresanee
      @theresanee Před 4 lety +7

      😄

    • @anthonyhewitt9397
      @anthonyhewitt9397 Před 4 lety +2

      Ive been exercising too keep it up man.

    • @gypsy8669
      @gypsy8669 Před 4 lety +2

      👌👌 good one guys !

    • @chevy4x466
      @chevy4x466 Před 4 lety +44

      I just took a dump, could have used some supplemental oxygen.

  • @sanchayansarkar2953
    @sanchayansarkar2953 Před rokem +317

    The mountain guides are the real champions.

  • @Explorevibespk
    @Explorevibespk Před rokem +116

    I did only base camping at K2. It took me 13 days back and forth just for the base. The experience can not be described in words. That feeling is amazing.

    • @TheResilient5689
      @TheResilient5689 Před rokem +7

      I heard that the windchills alone there are absolutely brutal. Is that true?

    • @Explorevibespk
      @Explorevibespk Před rokem +8

      @@TheResilient5689 Yes it is.

    • @patriciablue2739
      @patriciablue2739 Před rokem +2

      Does the feeling last a lifetime?

    • @znn4125
      @znn4125 Před 11 měsíci +4

      @@patriciablue2739Yes i will always remember it

    • @znn4125
      @znn4125 Před 11 měsíci

      @@DaBellOfDaBeets Nah i took a wing suit, shit was legendary

  • @Heyiya-if
    @Heyiya-if Před 11 měsíci +14

    I mean. I like watching mountain climbing docus, they're exciting and all, but it never ceases to amaze me the inadvertent grandiose self-image it takes to think/say that a mountain is actively trying to kill you, or is an adversary or something else to that effect. Which is a thing I've heard so many times not only of K2. My dudes - the mountain is just going about its mountain-business. It doesn't even care you're there. As the speaker rightly say: it's indifferent, not cruel or angry.

  • @Magikin
    @Magikin Před 2 lety +2053

    Nirmal Purja summited this mountain (K2) in two days in the harsh weather conditions of the winter. This is the first successful K2 winter expedition after numerous attempts since 1987. Purja was the only team member to summit without the use of supplemental oxygen, becoming the first individual to do so.
    Purja is notable for having climbed all 14 eight-thousanders (mountain peaks above 8,000 metres or 26,000 feet) in a record time of 6 months and 6 days
    PROJECT POSSIBLE!!

    • @GregoryRobinson
      @GregoryRobinson Před 2 lety +95

      I was trying to figure out the timeline. Purja summited on July 24th - the same day that Ballinger and Perez did, but they never mention the Project Possible team.

    • @codykeane6107
      @codykeane6107 Před 2 lety +108

      @@GregoryRobinson Purjas group were the first of a number of people who summited those couple of days, the snow was apparently very heavy but they managed to clear a track that others followed.

    • @avare7044
      @avare7044 Před 2 lety +18

      Messner is better.

    • @m.hamzakath9225
      @m.hamzakath9225 Před 2 lety +47

      This mountain K2 is in Pakistan 🇵🇰

    • @Magikin
      @Magikin Před 2 lety +38

      He was also hangover on the way up

  • @israelsarabia2700
    @israelsarabia2700 Před 4 lety +3153

    Lets give a big Shout-Out to Sherpas that made things more comfortable to accomplish this expedition!!!!! They deserver the same credits as everyone else!

    • @alanbrooke144
      @alanbrooke144 Před 4 lety +80

      How did the Sherpas get visas to go to Pakistan?

    • @Ben-ji1se
      @Ben-ji1se Před 4 lety +54

      @@alanbrooke144 Many Sherpas are included as specialists in expedition teams. In this Team it was Nims and a few others. In case your question is meant seriously. They get visas like any other member of an expedition team.

    • @FabriceImparato
      @FabriceImparato Před 4 lety +41

      Israel Sarabia glad you brought this up...no mention of the Sherpa team (led by Nims) opening the trail to the summit and their Sherpas are also using O2 so please stop the BS about climbing K2 without Ox and be grateful to reach the summit at all.

    • @ReolSPro
      @ReolSPro Před 4 lety +16

      the prayer flags were already there, highly suspicious lol

    • @speakerboxxx1234
      @speakerboxxx1234 Před 4 lety +36

      They deserve ALL of the credit

  • @kar4938
    @kar4938 Před rokem +177

    I've never hiked any of the 8k meter peaks, but I have hiked all the 14ers in Colorado and a decent number of 13ers here as well. I read No Way Down, that tells the story about the 11 climbers that died in 2008 on K2. Highly recommend it. I can't get enough of these videos. I'm amazed watching what these people go through to summit K2.

    • @Ipwnwithmatrix
      @Ipwnwithmatrix Před rokem +13

      You don’t hike an 8k peak lol, that’s two times taller than a 13er

    • @es0x
      @es0x Před 9 měsíci +14

      Not to be that guy but my 72 year old grandpa did a 14er with us last year. Hiking a 14er and doing a mixed climbing route like k2 is not at all even in the same universe

    • @mr.typical3169
      @mr.typical3169 Před 6 měsíci +2

      ​@es0x depends on the 14er, I don't see your grandpa doing something like the Marroon Bells, Little Bear, or Captiol Peak. Many have died doing them but it's not like K2 ofc.

    • @ryanedwards4758
      @ryanedwards4758 Před 4 měsíci +1

      Not to be that guy, but he never said it was in the same universe. So you can put your sword back in it's sheath.

  • @timferguson1593
    @timferguson1593 Před 8 měsíci +3

    I am retired. The last month or so I have binge watched caving(spelunking), cave diving, scuba diving, and mountain climbing. The one thing I have come to a conclusion. No thank you!! Y'all that have a love or desire to do these extreme sports, y'all have my thoughts and prayers and I support you. I have a family and a new grandson I haven't got to see yet and I really want to. Good luck guys and girls! But you have to tip the Sherpas. Y'all are spending thousands you need to tip thousands!

  • @sintiaec9661
    @sintiaec9661 Před 3 lety +2189

    Please pay your porters well and treat them with utmost respect. They deserve it.

    • @eugeniorivademar3695
      @eugeniorivademar3695 Před 3 lety +53

      agree. They are humans as well

    • @eugeniorivademar3695
      @eugeniorivademar3695 Před 3 lety +23

      Indeed !!

    • @Fr0zenP3nguin
      @Fr0zenP3nguin Před 3 lety +69

      Exactly they're the ones that do all the hard work!

    • @nicke1903
      @nicke1903 Před 3 lety +46

      They couldn't do it with out em

    • @fayecox9401
      @fayecox9401 Před 3 lety +36

      The Sherpas are very hard working they do everything for them and exactly there human beings to they are try earn honest living to support there family’s and risk there lives while doing it god bless them all and keep them safe 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @wishonafish
    @wishonafish Před 3 lety +1662

    7 day walk to the base camp? Crazy how insanely different lives people live. The 7 day walk to the camp would be an insane "adventure"/"trip" for me alone, but they haven't even begun theirs once they reach the camp.

    • @JinxMarie1985
      @JinxMarie1985 Před 2 lety +133

      I would walk the 7 days. And that would be it. At 15,000 feet alone is amazing to me so I would just take it all in and stay at base camp for 5 days and leave.

    • @TheVice48
      @TheVice48 Před 2 lety +183

      20 minutes walk to the grocerie store is an insane adventure for me

    • @roshanthapa4164
      @roshanthapa4164 Před 2 lety +8

      @@TheVice48bruh💀
      Same here

    • @vangxiong9643
      @vangxiong9643 Před 2 lety +8

      @@TheVice48 I walk 50 yards to my car in the parking lot at work everyday and it's alrdy enough for me. 7days walk... jeeez, that's crazy! If anything else the 7day walk is more impressive than the actual summit of k2 lol

    • @asadmech12
      @asadmech12 Před 2 lety +53

      @@JinxMarie1985 I am from Pakistan and I have been to the base camp in 6 days and looking at K2 is scary, exciting and deadly..

  • @J4M3SB4K3R
    @J4M3SB4K3R Před rokem +11

    Just incredible, there’s something about big mountaineering that I can’t get enough of! Throughly enjoyed this, congratulations to those who made the summit!!
    Also was very fitting having Ed Viesturs narrate this film.

  • @ruminmusic
    @ruminmusic Před rokem +56

    One of the best summit documentaries of K2, I've seen other videos of Carla, Topo and Adrian and these guys are not the typical cocky mountaineers that we see in other documentaries, they have a respect for the mountains, realistic about the dangers and also taking hard calls to withdraw rather than being callous. Good luck team. Great content as always.

    • @ryand141
      @ryand141 Před 19 dny

      That's what a mountain guide should do.

  • @MrDivagation
    @MrDivagation Před 4 lety +1925

    As many mentioned, this push to the top would have been impossible without the help of Nirmal Purja and his team, who made the track in the thick snow before Adrian's team.
    It still is an incredible accomplishment without ox', but it would have been fair to mention Nims effort and the fact that it wouldn't have been done without it.

    • @ryankushner5162
      @ryankushner5162 Před 4 lety +179

      LOL you beat me to it. Without a doubt it was Nim's team who made this possible. I am surprised they are hardly mentioned in this. I am surprised Viestures volunteered to narrate this knowing the style Adrian did this in. Either way still a cool well put together video.

    • @mpreiss7780
      @mpreiss7780 Před 4 lety +33

      I'm sorry but you cannot know if they could of made it with a person breaking trail unless the climbers themselves say that. It's an obvious help but nobody says "oh mr Messner had climbers in front of him breaking train on Gasherbraum, ect.. so let's give some credit to those climbers before him but very little credit to Messner" Ridiculous

    • @mpreiss7780
      @mpreiss7780 Před 4 lety +8

      @@ryankushner5162 They did it in the style 90% of others do it, but a little better, cause they didn't use bottled oxygen! and to me that's the biggest style factor as it lowers the mountain. You guys are stretching it

    • @ryankushner5162
      @ryankushner5162 Před 4 lety +173

      @@mpreiss7780 Well I am in the 10% that you refer to that try to climb 8000 meter peaks without oxygen or support of any kind above base camp so I may have an idea of what I am talking about. I also know the weatherman who did the forecasting for other teams on K2 last year so I am well aware of conditions last year and why most teams went home. Adrian is 10 times the mountaineer I'll ever be and I have huge respect for him. All im saying its disappointing he never mentioned Nims and his team because yes without them it would have been impossible. He had an army of sherpa all cranking oxygen to plow the way to the summit.

    • @erikakimie572
      @erikakimie572 Před 4 lety +36

      What a shame! I just watched and any single word for Nirmal. Shit people

  • @cucuca7281
    @cucuca7281 Před 4 lety +337

    All those 4 legged beings deserve recognition as well, carrying on their back all the heavy with their delicate ankles in such hard unforgiving surface! Praise to them as well!

    • @mikec2988
      @mikec2988 Před 4 lety +3

      With much respect to them for they're hard work to make this climb happen.

    • @carl8568
      @carl8568 Před 3 lety +9

      Karkoram mules are completely underrated.

    • @loulou7963
      @loulou7963 Před 3 lety +1

      Yes 🙌

    • @tristantzara9496
      @tristantzara9496 Před 2 lety +2

      Praise be the four legged sherpa indigenous peoples

    • @samblack5313
      @samblack5313 Před 11 měsíci +2

      "Y'all are just bigoted forgetting to thank your taxi driver who drove you to the airport.. without them, you would never have climbed the mountain"
      This is about where we are at with the "everyone but the climbers are responsible for climbers summiting" narrative.

  • @neiluscook2283
    @neiluscook2283 Před 10 měsíci +2

    A FIVE STAR FILM.
    A Majestic story of fine people and a "clean climb" of the world's most threatening Mtn.
    Cheers for the team, the filming, directing, production.
    Thanks Eddie Bauer.

  • @nikkivenable73
    @nikkivenable73 Před 10 měsíci +39

    This was just magnificent in every way! The views(omg!), photography, narration, music was just spectacular. Just look at how alive these hikers are? They are high on life and full of joy, awe and gratitude! Imagine waking up each day, full of the passion of meeting and surpassing lifelong goals. I am envious and am living vicariously through these amazing men and women(porters, sherpas and hikers)! Absolutely inspirational!

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      @NazriB Před 10 měsíci

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  • @ahoward3503
    @ahoward3503 Před 3 lety +935

    I just showed my dad, a former Cascade Mountain guide and international climber, this video. It was pretty emotional for him, as he was meant to go (had a family death that prevented him from going) on an expedition in the 80s on K2. The Abruzzi wall was where the rest of the team that went was wiped out by an avalanche. When Adrian was talking about it, and dad got to see it, it was hard. Like going to a friend's grave. On a lighter note...He also climbed with the man narrating the story so that was wild to hear!
    Stay safe out there. Sending my condolences to families of missing climbers and sherpas.

    • @shmichaelman2013
      @shmichaelman2013 Před 3 lety +16

      That's awesome!! Cool to know the dude who narrated the movie is a climber too

    • @paksktvlogs2155
      @paksktvlogs2155 Před 3 lety +17

      Yeah 1986 was the the worst year for deaths at that time. Your dad is right. But it gets even worst. 2008 surpassed it and became the worst year with 11 deaths in a day. As you can listen to Adrian, there's a very short window of very few days in a year when you ve safe weather to plan to summit K2. Luckily, they got those days in 2019 or the trip has to be packed up without summit attempt. After 2008 disaster, lesser expeditions until 2019 came as a big surprise with good weather window.

    • @ahoward3503
      @ahoward3503 Před 2 lety +7

      @@shmichaelman2013 It's crazy to learn what kind of things he experienced, and then hear other climbers stories...I have a lot of respect for climbers, it's a sport that requires a lot of sacrifice and skill. He's 64 and wants to summit Mt. Hood one last time, and take my sister and I out for our first summit. He would get a guide for safety in numbers/knowledge/gear reasons, but he still knows that mountain like the back of his hand it's crazy! When he saw the opening credits he said "Oh wow! He still sounds the same...." haha

    • @ahoward3503
      @ahoward3503 Před 2 lety +4

      ​@@paksktvlogs2155He would have been on that trip in 86 and most likely wouldn't have made it out, which is a strange thought.His friends were John Smolich and Alan Pennington who passed away in that accident. Alan is buried in a memorial in that area I believe, and John has yet to be retrieved (Rest in Peace). I didn't know about that event in 2008! Pretty tragic, especially with how quickly the weather can change as well at those high altitudes. I've never climbed, so my knowledge is limited. It's extremely risky with those prime windows being so short. I'm so happy for Adrian and his team, glad they are safe. It was so wonderful to see the pride on their faces after summiting. What a gift!

    • @quantumpotential7639
      @quantumpotential7639 Před 2 lety +3

      Has your pops ever summited Mt Sunflower in Kansas? That's the pinnacle of all climbs.

  • @ravian863
    @ravian863 Před 3 lety +2383

    3 climbers 1 from Pakistan, other two from chille and ice land are missing . Prayers for their survival!

    • @sajjadali9368
      @sajjadali9368 Před 3 lety +135

      As far as belief is concerned : never loose hope, but their survival now would be more than a miracle at this stage...

    • @MohdZakir-xp8im
      @MohdZakir-xp8im Před 3 lety +92

      Hope they would be alive ,salute to Pakistan army for conducting such difficult and risky rescue operation ,Mohammad Ali was a hero of Pakistan who climbed K2 several times ,now this time he was there to break record of Nepal in winter climbing ,there should be Pakistani flag on K2 all-time

    • @dayaliciousss
      @dayaliciousss Před 3 lety +47

      And 1 died- Bulgarian Atanas Skatov!!! The same expedition...

    • @madiharashid2376
      @madiharashid2376 Před 3 lety +5

      Amen

    • @content4all891
      @content4all891 Před 3 lety +25

      Why these people do such chutiyapa bc kia zarorat Ha apni jaan khatray mian daal kr logo ko pareshan karna

  • @FrancescaFrancesca
    @FrancescaFrancesca Před rokem +53

    Man that ending had me in tears. I can’t even begin to comprehend how that must feel after so much suffering. They’re such amazing human beings.

    • @CoreyMHanna
      @CoreyMHanna Před rokem +2

      Can you imagine the view... only soo many eyes have laid sight on that.. combined with the victorious feeling and emotions.... makes you want to go out and really live... 💯❤️🤙💪👽

    • @tywins3669
      @tywins3669 Před 4 měsíci +1

      Imagine the sherpas who do it over and over and over. Those are the real climbers

    • @BaltistaniBoys
      @BaltistaniBoys Před 2 měsíci

      czcams.com/video/3IjQCf2pxW4/video.htmlsi=QTo3BmyG3mU7eaXU
      Start Trek From Barah Payeen Valley to Moses Peak
      Lowest Elevation 2590 M/ 7770Ft
      Highest Elevation 5300M/ 17388Ft ( top of MosesPeak)
      Barah payeen Broq Moses Peak Trek District Ghanche Gilgit-Baltistan Pakistan 5 night and 6 days Round Trip.
      The Barah payeen Broq Trek is designed for those who wish to trek with family A peak Recently explored for the first time by a local photographer and trekking enthusiast. Before Discovered the Moses Peak local name is (Skin Khaar peak).The moses peak is situated in the Barah payeen Broq Valley of Karakoram. It is in open Zone, one did not need a trekking permit or have to pay Peak Royalty fee to climb this mountain tower. The unique feature for this peak is that one can experience the magnificent view of The K-2, the second highest peak in the world, along with almost all the other 7000m+ peaks in the area including Nangaparbat, Maddyaa peak,Spantik, Latok, Broadpeak, Mashabrom, Ghashabrom1/2/3/4/, Chogholingsa, Baltoro kangri, Sia kangri, K-7, K-6 K12 and many other snow covered peaks. , An easy, lovely route of 4-5 days the base camp of the Moses peak and back to Barah payeen village. The route is located in in open Area.
      Getting There to Moses peak
      For most, the journey in pakistan would start in Islamabad.
      From Islamabad, there are 2 options to reach Barah pain Valley . Islamabad International airport link the world with dozens of international flights each day. Pakistan Air line Airways provide daily (once/day) service between Islamabad and Skardu, flight to Skardu with Boeing (there is only one flight in a day goes; during the flight one can see the Highest Mountain in the world- Nanga Parbat and Karakorum Ranges. Be prepared for delays due to bad weather, During high season in summer, reservation is rather necessary well in advance. You'll enjoy this fantastic flight above the Karakoram and over most untouched areas.
      By Road From Islamabad road journey to Skardu is by the famous Karakorum Highway with 21 to 23 Hours. and also known as the old silk route from china . You can also choose by road. Any choose karkrom Highway on their on cars or jeep etc please alway reduce your car speed less then hundred. BCZ the Karakoram Highway is allot of zig Zag route. Allot of Dangerous route.
      A jeep able road links Skardu with Barah payeen Valley 2 Hours drive from Skardu by jeep will bring you to the Barah payeen Village.
      During the trip, the trekker does not only enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery but also taste the joy of local (Balti) culture spread all over the trek.
      The Actual trek starts from Barah payeen.
      Along side the trek there is a fresh water stream Waterfall which accompanies you all the way to the 1st camp.
      Each stage takes about 2 and hours of walking with small rest stops in between. The 1st camp was setup on a relatively plain surface near this stream. (Height approx 3100 Meters above sea level). There were different tents for Kitchen and Mess and two tents for members with 2 members sharing. It was a pleasant surprise to see the dinner which clearly indicates. Before you guys start your journey your Menu Deside on your own choice. Because we Also Arrange Expert Chef and Tour guide and porters along with you. You guys Enjoy the trip with us as a Family and Enjoy the Nature.
      The Best time to Trek this Ranges is Between from may 2nd Week to Mid october.
      These short trek are for busy people who want to have a Karakorum Hiking experience during their short Holiday .These trek are short but will offer you few days close to Nature and authentic trekking experience.
      Before a week You just Contact us. You guys just landed in skardu Baltistan. We will Arrange Everything on Your own Desire.

    • @RadioRich100
      @RadioRich100 Před 21 dnem

      You mean amazing human beings that just spent all their familys money to be a dare devil and risk everything for bragging rights, for nothing? Yep thats amazing alright. Probably didnt even teach them anything.

  • @WatchDanReviews
    @WatchDanReviews Před 22 dny +4

    Always blown away by the porters and guides. How many times have they summited this mountain? They make the westerners look like big babies, and that’s saying a lot considering the endeavor!

  • @jsainju
    @jsainju Před 2 lety +1234

    It's unfair not to mention Nirmal Purja's team and Migma Sherpa's team who set the rope to to top amidst all danger and deep snow.

    • @bonerici
      @bonerici Před rokem +55

      I'm not sure you can blame the climbers it might be the editor doing that.

    • @ronj9448
      @ronj9448 Před rokem +56

      And why not mention who made the ropes? No, it would be absurd. This is a story of a small team sponsored by Eddie Bauer and that is it.

    • @chk859
      @chk859 Před rokem +190

      I think those that set the rope were fundamental in the success. They were, whether you like it or not, a major part of the teams success. It’s pure ego or bad promotion not mentioning them. Pathetic

    • @runcaz7802
      @runcaz7802 Před rokem +10

      For those inspired by this who eventually die on K2, their loved ones can thank the producers.

    • @ramanjitkhraud9758
      @ramanjitkhraud9758 Před rokem +69

      And it was Nims Purja only, who motivated this disheartened team at the base camp to give it another try to summit K2. Otherwise they might have left like other teams did.

  • @thejonasvanbaelenpodcast
    @thejonasvanbaelenpodcast Před 3 lety +527

    "I will only stop when the mountain tells me so.."
    *Arrives at base camp seeing a huge avalanche*
    "Alright, let's go!"

    • @georgediaz2529
      @georgediaz2529 Před 3 lety +6

      That dude is selfish

    • @Torrque
      @Torrque Před 3 lety +19

      That’s a good sign. Means excess snow is shedding off the mountain. I’d rather climb after a avalanche.

    • @Goldie_Hawn_Solo
      @Goldie_Hawn_Solo Před 3 lety +9

      I would say that's the mountain telling you it's now safe to pass.

    • @nataliaolexa8984
      @nataliaolexa8984 Před 3 lety +1

      what do you want, the avalanche is down czcams.com/video/TiGkU_eXJa8/video.html

    • @kenhiett5266
      @kenhiett5266 Před 3 lety +4

      Safest time to negotiate a face is AFTER it has avalanched. Not complicated.

  • @LifeUpNext
    @LifeUpNext Před 6 měsíci +2

    Thank you so much for taking us to the summit with you. Really appreciate your achievement 🎉

  • @michellekurtiscole9407
    @michellekurtiscole9407 Před rokem +2

    I'm so excited for you all! I have tears in my eyes and happiness in my heart! Congratulations team and thank you Eddie Bauer! Now I love my coat even more!

  • @CaseyandBreelyn
    @CaseyandBreelyn Před 4 lety +3275

    Are you serious, a $2 tip?!! Even $10-$15 is too low! I was thinking more like a $100 tip!! They literally do EVERYTHING for you. That's so sad, the porters deserve better!!

    • @AdBENture
      @AdBENture Před 4 lety +116

      that is so true

    • @Menstral
      @Menstral Před 4 lety +111

      The porters may do many things for you and they do deserve better, but they would also have no job without the douche climbers. Everybody is doing anal on this one, there are no innocent virgins.

    • @chriskelley7097
      @chriskelley7097 Před 4 lety +427

      I thought the cheap tip they were complaining about was going to be $100... A K2 permit is $7,200, so the people climbing this aren't a bunch of broke homeless people with $50 in their bank account.

    • @inlovewithaghostgirl5940
      @inlovewithaghostgirl5940 Před 4 lety +35

      Yeah but with all the money it already cost most of these people cut costs for some reason when it comes to the porters I guess maybe that’s a lot of money over there it’s really there government who decide the average tip not people. And not all the people that climb are rich they have sponsors who are but I agree it doesn’t seem like enough

    • @AwaisKhan-jc9jj
      @AwaisKhan-jc9jj Před 4 lety +148

      @SickBoi Government doesn’t decide Tip. You can give as much as you want to porters. It’s their livelihood. Everyone deserves a better living.

  • @yaramar34
    @yaramar34 Před 3 lety +413

    Kudos to the 10 Nepali climbers who have just become the first to summit K2 in the winter 🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @eugeniorivademar3695
      @eugeniorivademar3695 Před 3 lety +2

      Shapoooö to those giants who climbed K2 in winter !! Little giants !!

    • @bagtea
      @bagtea Před 3 lety +31

      to add on that, their leader Nips Purja climbed without suplimental oxygen

    • @fayecox9401
      @fayecox9401 Před 3 lety +2

      🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏congratulations to you all well done

    • @maviaabbasi4297
      @maviaabbasi4297 Před 3 lety +4

      after nipalies 3 climber's are missing pray for them

    • @wailer27
      @wailer27 Před 3 lety +3

      @@eugeniorivademar3695 I didn't know they had dandruff

  • @imrulkayespranta30
    @imrulkayespranta30 Před rokem +2

    I felt like crying when they reached the summit. Must be the most beautiful feelings in the world.

  • @nickkkko
    @nickkkko Před rokem +1

    That was amazing, thank you for creating this video and sharing!

  • @k2vlogs662
    @k2vlogs662 Před rokem +96

    Abruzzi an Italian had climbed K2 in 1954.In 1990s a delegation of Abruzzi team came to Shigar to celebrate Golden Jubilee of k2.They decided to built a school in shigar for the children of Shigar which name is Abruzzi located in Sainkhor markunja Shigar.I studied 6 years of my life in that school from five standard to ten standard. Thank you The Italians.❤️❤️❤️

    • @akristen4971
      @akristen4971 Před rokem +4

      Wow, that’s wonderful

    • @k2vlogs662
      @k2vlogs662 Před rokem +7

      @@akristen4971 this is because I belong to this Beautiful village Shigar and my home is just 3 km away from this school.This school is named as Abruzzi school.

    • @ahmadbilal7327
      @ahmadbilal7327 Před 4 měsíci +1

      that school has very beautiful building one of my fav in whole shigar .

    • @k2vlogs662
      @k2vlogs662 Před 4 měsíci

      @@ahmadbilal7327 yes

    • @lunam7249
      @lunam7249 Před měsícem +1

  • @snakemongoosepanther
    @snakemongoosepanther Před 3 lety +331

    Yeah, he's like, "I need the mountain to tell me not to climb." Porter strike, avalanche, most snow etc. Message not received.

    • @peterzeger7263
      @peterzeger7263 Před 3 lety +29

      lol exactly my thought. The freaking mountain needed to errupt to stop this madman. I totally get the fascination behind the mountains and their height, but why would you throw away your life like that just to have it climbed without oxygen. It's like arguing you cant dive into the mariana trench with a sumbmarine because it isnt the right thing to do. Jokes on them in 50 years time I will be able to get their via jetpacksuit.

    • @wmnoffaith1
      @wmnoffaith1 Před 2 lety +5

      I totally agree! I would have taken those things as signs myself. At the beginning where he's talking about how he has bad stomach pains but wants to keep going so the others don't fall behind, I'm thinking, So what's going to happen if those stomach pains return when you're halfway up the mountain ? And now you're risking everyone's life? Or you can't make it because your muscles cramp up because you're too dehydrated? Honestly I thought that was one of the most stupid things I've ever heard,. But I'm no mountain climber...I'm too cautious by nature.

    • @lazystonedmonk438
      @lazystonedmonk438 Před 2 lety +3

      The mountain: My air will literally destroy you cells
      Climbers: im sure you do

    • @mynameiskurpesh4287
      @mynameiskurpesh4287 Před 2 lety

      On top of getting sick 2 times and losing 10 pounds 😂

    • @purselmer5931
      @purselmer5931 Před 2 lety +5

      This guy is so full of it. If he truly wanted to be honest w/himself, he'd admit that he was going up come hell or high water and f*** anyone else who gave a crap about him. He's a selfish douche bag, like all the rest.

  • @scrubjay93
    @scrubjay93 Před 11 měsíci

    Beautiful and thrilling! This seems like the perfect team of brave, but wise kindred spirits and I can't believe what they willingly endure to climb these mountains. The filming was so superior - I would be terrified. So much respect for Carla; I imagine she trained twice as hard to prove herself worthy of being trusted as an equal member of such an elite team. She was tough as nails summitting without oxygen with a stomach bug!!💪Adrian too of course - I can't believe what a powerhouse he was, narrating under extreme duress! But she's my new superhero.💙 Eddie Bauer really couldn't have asked for better ambassadors or employees - these are the best people

  • @jatinsankritayan
    @jatinsankritayan Před 3 měsíci +1

    To watch this real struggle of adventure from the comfort of our home is just magical and inspiring. Thank you team for bringing this out. Amazing and inspiring.

  • @MrJhchrist
    @MrJhchrist Před 3 lety +383

    If all this snow has taught me anything, it is that my monitor is absolutely filthy

  • @skateywatey
    @skateywatey Před 3 lety +498

    "I listen to the mountain. I listen to the signs."
    **gets terrible stomach bug**
    **a lot of snow**
    **avalanche**
    **still feels sick**
    **huge wet slide**
    mountain: 🙃

    • @skateywatey
      @skateywatey Před 3 lety +4

      @HP - 07NB 759415 Sir John A Macdonald Sr PS i am glad :) i smiled really hard when they were at the top. very happy for them.

    • @joshuajaydevenport29
      @joshuajaydevenport29 Před 3 lety

      that's probably normal tho

    • @picassoboy52
      @picassoboy52 Před 3 lety

      Why did you think this was clever

    • @trymenot81
      @trymenot81 Před 2 lety +1

      "... Plus, you look pretty cool, right?"
      The true reason for the whole effort. Need one state that it's desperateness is shameful. The analogy to success is lost on me. The moral of the tower of babel is that man would attempt all that he could imagine. The problem is that man would forget God. Essentially, God is manifested in our recognition of Him in our treatment of others.

    • @Kunfucious577
      @Kunfucious577 Před 3 měsíci +4

      Seriously. How much clearer does the mountain have to be than an avalanche?

  • @jimc778
    @jimc778 Před 5 měsíci +3

    Incredible, inspiring, and amazing skills. I cannot imagine the pain, and strain they went through. I have climbed at 10,000 feet and thought I was going to die from the lack of oxygen. I cannot imagine three times that height, and even less oxygen, even if you climatize. Awesome video, thanks for posting.

  • @kristenmaher9300
    @kristenmaher9300 Před rokem +1

    This is pure brilliance! Thank you for sharing this 🙏 ❤

  • @hegdevishwa
    @hegdevishwa Před 3 lety +734

    @15:43 seriously? for 7 days trek in such hostile conditions with huge luggage on their back they were paid just $2? A coffee in Starbucks costs at least $4. This is seriously an inhumane way of exploiting poor people who take a huge risk for other's luxury.

    • @BiggyJimbo
      @BiggyJimbo Před 3 lety +43

      Surely that's an additional tip, on top of the substantial fee they've already been paid. No one in their right mind, even those desperate for any money at all, would risk their life to climb such a mountain as K2 for such a measly sum.
      That said, I agree, when they've gotten you that far, why be stingy. Just pay a decent tip, out respect for the fact they risked their lives to help you

    • @wendyliu1073
      @wendyliu1073 Před 3 lety +46

      @@BiggyJimbo I don't know the figures for K2 but for Everest, Guides are paid upwards of 25,000+ each while the Sherpas who do most of the hard work (laying down fixed lines, carrying an 80lb+ load while climbing since clients don't carry anything, etc) gets paid about 1,000-2,000 (and that's the climbing sherpas, porters probably get paid even less).
      $1000 is a lot when the average yearly income is in the hundreds, but it's still peanuts compared to the amount of high-risk work they do for the amount of time.

    • @BiggyJimbo
      @BiggyJimbo Před 3 lety +8

      @@wendyliu1073 Ah, fair enough. I wasn't aware of the exact numbers. However I have been told that even the main fee itself was meagre compared to what it should be.
      Instead of a tip being a larger sum, really the initial fee should be greater, if what you say is true

    • @fayecox9401
      @fayecox9401 Před 3 lety +9

      Well said Vishwar it disgusting theses people deserve way more god bless the Sherpas and keep them safe every time the climb 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

    • @updatedjustnow271
      @updatedjustnow271 Před 3 lety +22

      Because Westerners are GREEDY BASTARDS.

  • @VEE3RDEYE
    @VEE3RDEYE Před 4 lety +4739

    This is the best documentary Ad for a jacket i've ever watched! GG to the climbers and sherpas!

    • @fadedsun303
      @fadedsun303 Před 4 lety +75

      There's an equally good documentary about climbing Annapurna that's sponsored by Rolex. Annapurna: Unclimbed

    • @apekshyadhakal3067
      @apekshyadhakal3067 Před 3 lety +75

      but where are sherpas in the video?

    • @alexukbrighton
      @alexukbrighton Před 3 lety +8

      Inov8 do amazing documentary ads. This one, for example, czcams.com/video/dJAW8STfiko/video.html

    • @lauraandlisa381
      @lauraandlisa381 Před 3 lety +2

      ....... Come to think of it

    • @azamabbas5639
      @azamabbas5639 Před 3 lety +3

      K2, Karakoram mountains and Pakistan
      czcams.com/video/skYIkZXmdDs/video.htmlsub_confirmation=1

  • @sydnyemerrick8242
    @sydnyemerrick8242 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Brought to tears with them as they made summit. Wow.

  • @cazzozzy2940
    @cazzozzy2940 Před 6 měsíci

    Hats off, that was super amazing. Not rushed, patient, planned, adjusting, camaradarie, team work, what spirit these people demonstrated thats in all of us. I wish i had the guts to go up that slope. Super Humans !!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @moto1p1
    @moto1p1 Před rokem +100

    On Everest, many climbers that die remain on the mountain where they took their last steps.
    The creepy thing about K2 is that the mountain sends its victims to its base, grinding them to indiscernible pieces along the way.

    • @BaltistaniBoys
      @BaltistaniBoys Před 2 měsíci

      czcams.com/video/3IjQCf2pxW4/video.htmlsi=QTo3BmyG3mU7eaXU
      Start Trek From Barah Payeen Valley to Moses Peak
      Lowest Elevation 2590 M/ 7770Ft
      Highest Elevation 5300M/ 17388Ft ( top of MosesPeak)
      Barah payeen Broq Moses Peak Trek District Ghanche Gilgit-Baltistan Pakistan 5 night and 6 days Round Trip.
      The Barah payeen Broq Trek is designed for those who wish to trek with family A peak Recently explored for the first time by a local photographer and trekking enthusiast. Before Discovered the Moses Peak local name is (Skin Khaar peak).The moses peak is situated in the Barah payeen Broq Valley of Karakoram. It is in open Zone, one did not need a trekking permit or have to pay Peak Royalty fee to climb this mountain tower. The unique feature for this peak is that one can experience the magnificent view of The K-2, the second highest peak in the world, along with almost all the other 7000m+ peaks in the area including Nangaparbat, Maddyaa peak,Spantik, Latok, Broadpeak, Mashabrom, Ghashabrom1/2/3/4/, Chogholingsa, Baltoro kangri, Sia kangri, K-7, K-6 K12 and many other snow covered peaks. , An easy, lovely route of 4-5 days the base camp of the Moses peak and back to Barah payeen village. The route is located in in open Area.
      Getting There to Moses peak
      For most, the journey in pakistan would start in Islamabad.
      From Islamabad, there are 2 options to reach Barah pain Valley . Islamabad International airport link the world with dozens of international flights each day. Pakistan Air line Airways provide daily (once/day) service between Islamabad and Skardu, flight to Skardu with Boeing (there is only one flight in a day goes; during the flight one can see the Highest Mountain in the world- Nanga Parbat and Karakorum Ranges. Be prepared for delays due to bad weather, During high season in summer, reservation is rather necessary well in advance. You'll enjoy this fantastic flight above the Karakoram and over most untouched areas.
      By Road From Islamabad road journey to Skardu is by the famous Karakorum Highway with 21 to 23 Hours. and also known as the old silk route from china . You can also choose by road. Any choose karkrom Highway on their on cars or jeep etc please alway reduce your car speed less then hundred. BCZ the Karakoram Highway is allot of zig Zag route. Allot of Dangerous route.
      A jeep able road links Skardu with Barah payeen Valley 2 Hours drive from Skardu by jeep will bring you to the Barah payeen Village.
      During the trip, the trekker does not only enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery but also taste the joy of local (Balti) culture spread all over the trek.
      The Actual trek starts from Barah payeen.
      Along side the trek there is a fresh water stream Waterfall which accompanies you all the way to the 1st camp.
      Each stage takes about 2 and hours of walking with small rest stops in between. The 1st camp was setup on a relatively plain surface near this stream. (Height approx 3100 Meters above sea level). There were different tents for Kitchen and Mess and two tents for members with 2 members sharing. It was a pleasant surprise to see the dinner which clearly indicates. Before you guys start your journey your Menu Deside on your own choice. Because we Also Arrange Expert Chef and Tour guide and porters along with you. You guys Enjoy the trip with us as a Family and Enjoy the Nature.
      The Best time to Trek this Ranges is Between from may 2nd Week to Mid october.
      These short trek are for busy people who want to have a Karakorum Hiking experience during their short Holiday .These trek are short but will offer you few days close to Nature and authentic trekking experience.
      Before a week You just Contact us. You guys just landed in skardu Baltistan. We will Arrange Everything on Your own Desire.

    • @Suki-xu9xs
      @Suki-xu9xs Před 2 měsíci +2

      Wait why and how does it grind them - what about it terrain does that compared to Everest?

    • @braughngavin8672
      @braughngavin8672 Před 2 měsíci +10

      ​@@Suki-xu9xsK2 has a more unstable and way deeper snowpack. People get stranded on snow and not rock, and their bodies get swept into the valley

    • @kristof6472
      @kristof6472 Před měsícem

      ​@@Suki-xu9xs "scary interesting" has a video on K2, I could try to explain it like its sth I know about, but all I know is from them! Very interesting video.

  • @Snooker-cn3dm
    @Snooker-cn3dm Před 3 lety +973

    Climbing gear and permit: 20k$
    Tip for porter for a week long trek: Most I can do is 2 dollars

    • @WtfYoutube_YouSuck
      @WtfYoutube_YouSuck Před 3 lety +18

      hey....he got paid to make the jackets...then he got paid to wear the jackets. win win

    • @wallymcguire2033
      @wallymcguire2033 Před 3 lety +127

      So stupid. Pay them in advance with a tip when you get there. How cheap can you be? If they refuse to take you, you deserve it. Pricks.

    • @j.whiteoak6408
      @j.whiteoak6408 Před 3 lety +123

      It shows what massive a'holes there are in the world. These climbers who dont tip are among the lowest of rich pricks. Climbers really HAVE to have lots of money to realise their big dreams - unless they are among the best in the world and have really big sponsors. Yet they are too cheap to give anything to these amazing and hardworking people. Seriously - a $2 tip!! But then, rich folk stay rich because they don't GIVE anything away. These porters literally risk life and limb for the climbers, and the climbers wouldn't have a hope in heck of even getting there, much less of summiting, without them! For a lousy $2 tip!

    • @WtfYoutube_YouSuck
      @WtfYoutube_YouSuck Před 3 lety +7

      @@j.whiteoak6408 greed. They are all getting paid very well from the expeditions. Tips are gratuity on top of wages-paid.

    • @j.whiteoak6408
      @j.whiteoak6408 Před 3 lety +54

      @@WtfCZcams_YouSuck
      Actually, their individual pay all depends on the expedition company, and like all businesses, their main goal is profit margins. So they don't pay the porters a great deal, and they are paid according to their positions within a strict hierarchy. They RELY on those tips, just as many employees in services industries in America do, because they only receive a basic pay with tips providing their main source of income. And if it works the same way at K2 as it does at Everest, then only the very best who are at the top of the hierarchy (and payroll) earn a half decent payment from the expedition companies. Yet the fact is that few, if any, expeditions or individual climbers would ever make it to base camp, much less succeed to the summit, without the porters!
      I've never been anywhere near K2, so I can only speak for how it works in Nepal, but I assume it's a similar situation for the K2 porters. In Nepal, only those at the top of the payroll with the expedition companies are even close to being 'well paid'. And they are mostly Sherpa, (ie. Tribal Sherpa) with good family names who've earned their reputations on The Mountain by working their way up from the shittiest portering jobs, up to being actual Mountain Guides. They explained to me that unless newcomers have family in, or are very well-connected with, the upper hierarchy of Sherpa then they almost always start off portering on the 10 day trek to EBC when they are not much more than boys - and from there they work their way up to being kitchen hands at EBC, then cooks, and so on. Eventually they cut their teeth on the mountain, getting their climbing experience on the most dangerous section of the entire climb: portering full loads from EBC and traversing the Khumbu Ice Fall and on up to Camp 1 - and then return, sometimes more than once each day. And too often these loads contain frivolous, unnecessary items - purely for the comforts and wants of the climbers - i.e. not to serve their NEEDS - and THEY risk their very lives on each and every crossing for it. And if you ask THEM, you'll find that THAT is something which they find is very menial and demeaning work - risking their lives, often just for frivolities, and for very low pay. Particularly because this is where so many of them die for that low pay. Those who survive the Khumbu can spend several seasons learning 'the ropes' - and ladders - on the routes through the ice fall, before progressing up the payroll to the 'well paid' jobs of portering gear up and down the mountain and some end up becoming respected mountain guides.
      The route through the Khumbu changes every year and that route is set every year by Sherpa who have become Khumbu experts, as the glacier changes every year with its cycle of advance and retreat from Summer through Winter - when it advances right over the top of EBC, bringing with it the ground up, mummified body parts of those many Sherpa who've died and disappeared whilst traversing the dangerous ice fall in previous years. The Khumbu then retreats again with the Spring thaw, exposing it's ghoulish leftovers. In fact, if you look closely at the ground whilst moving around EBC it's not unusual to see human bones - most are fragmented after the glacier has ground the bodies to a pulp, but often finds will include a foot still in its boot, or part of a human spine with the broken ribs still attached to it. Etc. The Sherpa collect all of these finds and hold a ceremony at the end of every season for their lost family, friends and colleagues. The wives and children of those who gave their ALL to porter for RICH and sponsored climbers must learn to do anything they can to survive without a major breadwinner.
      Wel, that is the story for the Sherpa at Everest. But I have little doubt that a few widows are left each year at K2.
      So .. Do you still think that they're greedy? Perhaps if you tried to spend just one hour in the shoes of the lowest-paid of them, you'd soon change your tune quick enough. You expect to be well-paid to work. In Western countries unskilled labourers can earn very fat pay-packets by risking their lives to do the very dangerous jobs that few want - underground miners, riggers, boiler cleaners, etc. So why shouldn't the porters have the same expectations when they're risking their own lives? But there's no minimum set wage or unions for these poor folk. They NEED the tips to make risking their lives worthwhile - and the climbers wouldn't get 2 feet up a mountain without them. So a $2 gratuity just doesn't cut it!

  • @peterechimi2564
    @peterechimi2564 Před rokem +2

    What a great presentation. Thanks so much for making it. It was awesome to watch.

  • @notkray8468
    @notkray8468 Před rokem +17

    Oh man. I am a 16 year old kid and I've been starting to gain interest in mountaineering. I dont know if I'll ever get that physical, mental, psychological, financial strength to ever climb K2 but its surely in my books

    • @misterb.s.8745
      @misterb.s.8745 Před 8 měsíci +1

      Godspeed! Summiting is optional, coming down is mandatory

    • @tyqwax
      @tyqwax Před 5 měsíci

      17years here planning to work a minimum wage job to save up while going to school and get a high paying job after finishing school to save up and climb mountains in my country to hopefully one day climb k2 ill save up for other 8000m too to train

    • @gwatteau8170
      @gwatteau8170 Před 4 měsíci

      Take it easy boy! There are mountains much less difficult and dangerous and still incredibly beautiful to experience. The folks you watch on CZcams have a suicidal streak in them that let's them ignore risks such as "1 out of 5 summiteers doesn't come down alive". That's worse than Russian roulette! Chances of the triplet to come down safely were little over one half. Bur they clearly did not do their maths. ... No need to follow them.

    • @lunam7249
      @lunam7249 Před měsícem

      get over it..not worth the risk

  • @shamee8464
    @shamee8464 Před 3 lety +411

    Pay these local porters well, they are doing this to feed their families. Those who have been to this place of pakistan would knw how much loving and caring these people are. Lots of love and luck from us 🇵🇰 to the coming mountaineers.

    • @politexchangeofbullets8494
      @politexchangeofbullets8494 Před 3 lety +39

      I think its DISGUSTING the haggling and disrespect paid to these porters. I wish I could have paid them to leave all these parasites, only the true mountaineers know how to treat them with respect.

    • @petertheoneandonly9752
      @petertheoneandonly9752 Před 3 lety +23

      @@politexchangeofbullets8494 yeah i about lost my mind when she said 10$ per bag. Cmon 400$. Thats NOTHING for that kind of backbreaking lifestyle.

    • @petertheoneandonly9752
      @petertheoneandonly9752 Před 3 lety +8

      Especially considering a trip like this could easily top 20k

    • @DirtyRC101
      @DirtyRC101 Před 3 lety +7

      @@petertheoneandonly9752 20k is pretty low though isnt it? I watched a documentary where prices were from 35k and up, and that woman said you get what you pay for.

    • @DirtyRC101
      @DirtyRC101 Před 3 lety +7

      @@petertheoneandonly9752 Leeches the lot of them, let the climbers drag it up there themselves.

  • @Gauthinours
    @Gauthinours Před 4 lety +1602

    I think Eddie Bauer and his team forgot to say something, so I will say it on their behalf: "Thank you Nirmal Purja and your team for breaking the trail and setting the fixed ropes! No Nims, no Eddie Bauer summit..."

    • @mpreiss7780
      @mpreiss7780 Před 4 lety +24

      Another clueless comment

    • @Woman_in_the_Wilderness
      @Woman_in_the_Wilderness Před 4 lety +60

      @@mpreiss7780 on behalf of Eddie Bauer's CEO I would like to remind you of what a privileged racist you are.

    • @jonlee2553
      @jonlee2553 Před 3 lety +74

      @@Woman_in_the_Wilderness the more you cry wolf, the less meaning your word has. Save it for when it matters.

    • @dean6708
      @dean6708 Před 3 lety +31

      Lol y'all some miserable people. Chill

    • @ThunderStruckMTB
      @ThunderStruckMTB Před 3 lety +77

      @@Woman_in_the_Wilderness Still using 'racist'? You and your mob have watered that word down so much that it has lost its true meaning. Hard to believe that you brought it to this video. As for the Sherpas doing all of the hard work and getting the 2 featured climbers to the summit and back down again.... hell yea, the Sherpas are the real climbers here and this white dude has nothing but mad respect for them.

  • @fafafooey4126
    @fafafooey4126 Před rokem +13

    Man i just can't comprehend how someone would want to do this. Its amazing and such a feat but my life and family is way more important to me than any sort of achievement like this can give me. Though i am thankful there are people in the world who are different and are able to push themselves to these extremes.

    • @RadioRich100
      @RadioRich100 Před 21 dnem

      Their different alright, their idiots.

  • @natalieyoungers143
    @natalieyoungers143 Před 9 měsíci

    Love a video about K2 that highlights smart climbers, good decisions and success. So great to see!

  • @cusefan5510
    @cusefan5510 Před 3 lety +642

    I totally would be okay with just the walk to base camp

    • @MsLouisVee
      @MsLouisVee Před 3 lety +22

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣Then I’ll accompany you But can I bring oxygen?

    • @cat_city2009
      @cat_city2009 Před 3 lety +29

      I wonder if there are people who do that.
      Like they do super high altitude hiking

    • @sergeantsilly5239
      @sergeantsilly5239 Před 3 lety +4

      @@MsLouisVee I´ll join but can I bring a helicopter that takes me up there ?

    • @georgemorley1029
      @georgemorley1029 Před 3 lety +8

      @@cat_city2009 Yes. One of the warrant officers I used to work with just went off to the Himalayas to do high altitude marathons and running. I don’t think he got above base camp elevation? Around 5,500m. It still knackers you double quick time running around at that level though. That’s about 15,000ft up!

    • @sergeantsilly5239
      @sergeantsilly5239 Před 3 lety +8

      I´d be 100% dead weight after the trek to base camp

  • @reddiver7293
    @reddiver7293 Před rokem +71

    I am a veteran armchair climber! I've been on many ascents courtesy of videos. And this is highest quality! The suspense was incredible.

    • @arrowintheknee9956
      @arrowintheknee9956 Před rokem +8

      Did you use supplemental oxygen?

    • @reddiver7293
      @reddiver7293 Před rokem +9

      @@arrowintheknee9956
      In my case, no. As I have an unlimited supply of hot air.😂😅🤣

    • @arrowintheknee9956
      @arrowintheknee9956 Před rokem +2

      @@reddiver7293 😂👌🏼

    • @reddiver7293
      @reddiver7293 Před rokem +1

      @@arrowintheknee9956
      Stay tuned for my MMA match against grandmothers in rest homes.

    • @SourPatch97
      @SourPatch97 Před 4 měsíci

      Who cares

  • @scottsmith4145
    @scottsmith4145 Před rokem +1

    Epic climbing documentary! The more I learn about mountaineering the more I realize,,,being hugely successful in mountaineering is about endless persistence and also humbleness which go together. To be persistent means you had to fail and failing means you had to make a hard decision based on wisdom. The savage mountains do indeed reward persistence but punishes impatience, carelessness and poor judgement with death. Messner said its always about the mountain adventure and not the summit. Summit maybe possible or not,, it depends on the mountains attitude. Messner said he learned young how to read the mountains instinctively and this taught him to survive but that half is still about luck.

  • @user-bx6gv8zm3s
    @user-bx6gv8zm3s Před 4 měsíci

    Such a mesmerizing view, truly breathtaking. Thanks for taking me up there with you.

  • @hk4lyfe59
    @hk4lyfe59 Před 3 lety +703

    The nice thing about K2 is that unlike Everest, it scares away all the casuals, thus preserving its prestige.
    Edit: Therefore we should nuke Everest's summit until K2 it the tallest peak

    • @theindianpatriotsbharat
      @theindianpatriotsbharat Před 3 lety +35

      Nice thing about Mount Everest it it adopts even casuals and make thier risky climb look casual.

    • @viktor8321
      @viktor8321 Před 3 lety +100

      @@theindianpatriotsbharat Well I think Everest is more of a commercial thing. Also you can have the highest mountain, but that doesn't automatically make it the most dangerous one.

    • @escapetherace1943
      @escapetherace1943 Před 3 lety +43

      well with 1 in 5 people dying on K2 I'm sure that's a reason lol...

    • @tokas-kb6rb
      @tokas-kb6rb Před 3 lety +3

      Copied comment

    • @Jxjdheheve
      @Jxjdheheve Před 3 lety

      Copied a comment EXACTLY

  • @victoriabullock1444
    @victoriabullock1444 Před 3 lety +52

    Pemba is in so so many of these documentaries. Thank you, Pemba 💚💚, you have saved countless lives and done so much for so many.

    • @j_bailey11
      @j_bailey11 Před 3 lety +2

      Exactly, people are so excited every time, embarking on this heroic adventure and contending with nature and Pemba is just doing his thing at the job site.
      Now that’s a super human

    • @victoriabullock1444
      @victoriabullock1444 Před 3 lety +1

      Jan - Right?? Pemba deserves so much more recognition than he receives; all of the Sherpas & local climbers do.

  • @Mr747fanatic
    @Mr747fanatic Před rokem

    Very, very emotional and moving. Thank you Guys and congrats for your endurance and success!

  • @sgt.grinch3299
    @sgt.grinch3299 Před rokem

    Thank you for the video. I applaud your bravery and joy.

  • @barbarajoseph-adam8337
    @barbarajoseph-adam8337 Před 2 lety +98

    Carla Pérez is such an inspiration. May y’all have sunny skies always!

  • @uhohjuicy
    @uhohjuicy Před 4 lety +306

    "I want to go until the mountain tells me I can't"
    *ignores every single warning* hahaha

    • @dominicberetta9485
      @dominicberetta9485 Před 4 lety

      Jim Jimmy he means death

    • @mothaybabonnam5632
      @mothaybabonnam5632 Před 3 lety

      what a knob

    • @aulendilthegreat873
      @aulendilthegreat873 Před 3 lety +4

      ikr, for someone so experienced im surprised he hasnt died yet, being so reckless

    • @mpreiss7780
      @mpreiss7780 Před 3 lety

      @@aulendilthegreat873 Not really, as he's saying when he hears his internal voice telling him to turn around he will keep going, unless of course there is obvious dangers such as avalanches or storms

    • @JudoP_slinging
      @JudoP_slinging Před 3 lety +1

      Mountain: No really don't climb me right now.
      Translation: Death

  • @Mountain-K2
    @Mountain-K2 Před rokem +2

    WOW!!! I’m speechless.
    I live for Mountains they are my life.. this has made me understand what it’s like to really live life it’s pure euphoria. K2. Is a challenge well done everyone who has been in her summits….❤
    Kindest regards…❤️

  • @Momster89
    @Momster89 Před rokem +26

    I will never do this but for those who do, well done. I will never understand why people work so hard to climb these mountains and feel the need to not use supplemental O2.

  • @safarandtravel1999
    @safarandtravel1999 Před 3 lety +203

    These people pay $ 50K expedition fee plus equipments for another $ 50K to $ 100K. What they do not want to pay is porter fee who actually enables them to reach to K2. Those poor people have only 2 months of earning in a year, when expeditions start. Still after travelling to this far, these climbers do not want them to pay atleast $ 50. What a shame.

    • @umarbaloch2195
      @umarbaloch2195 Před 3 lety +3

      i agree you brother

    • @sidrakhan4409
      @sidrakhan4409 Před 3 lety +4

      Poor remain poor, such a shame

    • @sexysilversurfer
      @sexysilversurfer Před 3 lety +2

      The same story all over the world no matter the race, nationality, religion and we are the evolved species! 🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @amirtak9886
      @amirtak9886 Před 3 lety +1

      Id pay them a couple hundred atleast

    • @scottcoston7832
      @scottcoston7832 Před 2 měsíci

      @@sexysilversurferyou’re feeling empathy, doesn’t that reflect evolution?
      BTW, animal world is harsh & brutal

  • @garykramermusic
    @garykramermusic Před 4 lety +446

    This was an amazing documentary. It was also an amazing feat to do this without oxygen. I’m just disappointed there was no mention of Nimsdai and his team being an integral part of the summit push. I remember seeing him post about clearing the way past the bottleneck. It absolutely would not have taken anything away from the amazing feat that the Eddie Bauer team accomplished. It just would’ve been a bit more honest to include appreciation for how they helped. Adrian even mentioned that on an Instagram post during the expedition. Still though, congrats on doing something so amazing and capturing it so well.

    • @trabladorr
      @trabladorr Před 4 lety +17

      @Peter Lustig Unless you fly, or use some exoskeleton to climb for you, all the technology in the world can't get you up a mountain.

    • @poppingkk
      @poppingkk Před 4 lety +11

      @Peter Lustig is this a serious question or you are just trolling? If it's just a regular troll - congrats! However, if you actually think this is not an amazing achievement... I'm speechless.

    • @papachan23
      @papachan23 Před 4 lety +4

      @Peter Lustig you have absolutely no idea what you're saying

    • @mpreiss7780
      @mpreiss7780 Před 4 lety +3

      @@GVH1305 If you think climbing is stupid why do you watch youtube videos about climbing? and how much would you like the Sherpas to get paid?

    • @mpreiss7780
      @mpreiss7780 Před 4 lety

      @@GVH1305 Okay I'll give you a "like" for the second point

  • @19Silverboy82
    @19Silverboy82 Před rokem

    Wow amazing thanks for taking us with you on this amazing journey

  • @CammieHomes
    @CammieHomes Před rokem +375

    Adrian, Carla, and Topo are great examples of the type of people who deserve to climb these summits. Appreciating the adventures and success in climbing them. Congratulations! And absolutely brave Sherpas.

    • @synsrfem4428
      @synsrfem4428 Před 11 měsíci +9

      Don't call them sherpas. They are humans, good people. Superior athletes. They are not servants to the rockstars.

    • @Bubba___
      @Bubba___ Před 10 měsíci +40

      @@synsrfem4428 what are you on about? “Sherpa” is an ethnicity and they happen to be, due to the location of their homelands, some of the best mountaineers in the world. It isn’t some derogatory word…

    • @nikkivenable73
      @nikkivenable73 Před 10 měsíci

      👏👏👏👏

    • @MoonlightCircus
      @MoonlightCircus Před 9 měsíci

      @@synsrfem4428 "Sherpa" is their own name for themselves. Please educate yourself before you try to take someone's ethnicity away from them in a misguided attempt at allyship. From Wikipedia:
      "The Sherpa are one of the Tibetan ethnic groups native to the most mountainous regions of Nepal, Tingri County in the Tibet Autonomous Region and the Himalayas. The term sherpa or sherwa derives from the Sherpa-language words ཤར shar ("east") and པ pa ("people"), which refer to their geographical origin in eastern Tibet.
      Most Sherpa people live in the eastern regions of Nepal and Tingri County in the Solukhumba, Khatra, Kama, Rowlawing, Barun and Pharak valleys,[2] though some live farther West in the Bigu and in the Helambu region north of Kathmandu, Nepal. Sherpas establish gompas where they practice their religious traditions. Tengboche was the first celibate monastery in Solu-Khumbu. Sherpa people also live in Tingri County, Bhutan, and the Indian states of Sikkim and the northern portion of West Bengal, specifically the district of Darjeeling. The Sherpa language belongs to the south branch of the Tibeto-Burman languages, mixed with Eastern Tibet (Khamba) and central Tibetan dialects. However, this language is separate from Lhasa Tibetan and unintelligible to Lhasa speakers.[3]"

    • @yankees29
      @yankees29 Před 6 měsíci +8

      They really aren’t Sherpa. K2 is in Pakistani. Not Nepal where Sherpa are from.

  • @sujangurung3461
    @sujangurung3461 Před 3 lety +102

    I am here after my fellow countrymen summited the K2 in winter. An amazing feat in the history of mountaineering. And one of them did it without supplemental oxygen.

    • @eugeniorivademar3695
      @eugeniorivademar3695 Před 3 lety +3

      Uowww Sujan. My complete congrats (it´s very little to say) to those GIANTS that summit K2. IN WINTER !!
      Absolutelly unique in the history of montaineering. Sherpas are the spirit of the high mountaineering expeditions. Chapoó guys !! Herzog, Hillary and all of them... they did not reach the summits without your support.
      Herzog was the first to reach an 8000 meter. You were the last, and the best to attemp and summit the "mountain of mountains". Again chapö !!

    • @samanthasmile8150
      @samanthasmile8150 Před 3 lety +1

      Quite extraordinary achievement xxxxx

    • @sujangurung3461
      @sujangurung3461 Před 3 lety +3

      Thank you for your lovely comments. One of them did without supplemental oxygen.

  • @simonvance8054
    @simonvance8054 Před rokem +6

    Absolutely, it is an amazing achievement to climb any mountain let alone K2. Within that context it just blows me away on another level to think of Nims Purja and his Nepali team climbing K2 in winter like I go for a low mountain hike...then going on to climb the other 8000s... most amazing thing I've ever heard... Respect to all that climb K2...and those that are willing to die trying...

  • @Nancoman
    @Nancoman Před 2 měsíci +1

    I am so jealous, but more importantly, I'm so happy and proud of you all. What effort, and the reward is so incredible!

  • @craftyartist2965
    @craftyartist2965 Před 3 lety +867

    Yesterday 3 people went missing while climbing. We all are praying for them to be alive.

    • @Naturelovers954
      @Naturelovers954 Před 3 lety +35

      Ali Sadpara is one them he belongs to skardu(my homeland)

    • @Northern_Queen
      @Northern_Queen Před 3 lety +73

      Watching this in the context of the three missing mountaineers, one of them belonging to my country Chile 🇨🇱 we hope for a miracle.

    • @annankhan7397
      @annankhan7397 Před 3 lety +11

      His son sajjad sadpara has lost hope

    • @BendixX69
      @BendixX69 Před 3 lety +14

      One of them is Chilean. I hope he’s fine.

    • @arifchangezi658
      @arifchangezi658 Před 3 lety +5

      May their souls Rest in Peace, sad, tragic and heart breaking!

  • @sanggeljesherpa435
    @sanggeljesherpa435 Před 3 lety +2329

    I am proud to be "SHERPA".

    • @kooxaldoxt5162
      @kooxaldoxt5162 Před 3 lety +12

      You Nepali or Indian

    • @jugsma6676
      @jugsma6676 Před 3 lety +142

      @@kooxaldoxt5162 , Sherpa's are from Nepal, don't even need to bring this question. Next time don't ask, Chinese if they are American or Chinese,

    • @p.richter9592
      @p.richter9592 Před 3 lety +100

      And so you should be. Sherpas are real heroes 👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇵☸️

    • @blacknighterr
      @blacknighterr Před 3 lety +68

      @@jugsma6676 We know even coronavirus is Chinese. Next time learn to stop interfering btw Nepal n India.

    • @UsamaKhan-cj7kg
      @UsamaKhan-cj7kg Před 3 lety +47

      Sherpa from Nepal , , real heros

  • @andrewgarcia7199
    @andrewgarcia7199 Před rokem

    The views from up there are exhilarating. Wow. Y'all are some brave folks. Talk about living your life to the fullest.

  • @betterbetty3542
    @betterbetty3542 Před rokem +12

    I love hearing about their deep friendships with each other! It’s so wholesome and amazing! We’d all be lucky to find people like that in our own lives!

    • @blaineedwards8078
      @blaineedwards8078 Před rokem

      But why the weird and morbid obsession with courting death in order to really enjoy life? I can have a wonderfully satisfying day sleeping in, scratching my nuts, eating leftover pizza and an afternoon watching football with hot wings. I don't need to be on the verge of falling into a bottomless crevasse to enjoy the fact that I am a free human being alive on the Earth. These guys are freaking nuts!

    • @str8cndian
      @str8cndian Před 9 měsíci

      Well I've helped a few of my friends climax! If you need people in your life to help you climax we are out here!

    • @RadioRich100
      @RadioRich100 Před 21 dnem

      Frendships ? If one is in trouble the others will climb over you and let you die so they can get to the top.

  • @hassanahmadsheikh5130
    @hassanahmadsheikh5130 Před 3 lety +61

    I am living just 10 hours away from this monster peak but have't ever think to climb it....you guyz did it...seriously this is courage

    • @warhawkfan1234
      @warhawkfan1234 Před 3 lety +1

      How is the view?

    • @hassanahmadsheikh5130
      @hassanahmadsheikh5130 Před 3 lety +13

      @@warhawkfan1234 you can not describe the scenery in words you just have to sit and admire the mighty of nature

    • @SyedSaifAbbasNaqvi
      @SyedSaifAbbasNaqvi Před 3 lety +1

      @@hassanahmadsheikh5130 I wish I could see in person. It's beautiful I bet. But what I can see is kanchanjunga. It's like a six hour drive from my place

    • @georgethompson3763
      @georgethompson3763 Před 3 lety +7

      Do Pakistani people hike to the base of K2, just for fun? It must be a beautiful trek.

    • @hassanahmadsheikh5130
      @hassanahmadsheikh5130 Před 3 lety +4

      @@georgethompson3763 no its really not that easy 😄

  • @muktiguragain2848
    @muktiguragain2848 Před 3 lety +86

    weekend ago Nepali Sherpa Team 1st ascent this mountain, huge salute to them for this world record, thanks- from Nepal.

  • @somenathBittu
    @somenathBittu Před 2 měsíci +1

    I needed this video soo much, thank you for reminding me to always look at the stars not down at your feet ❤️

  • @belleguerreiro1115
    @belleguerreiro1115 Před 7 měsíci

    love this guys energy! awesome summit! congratz to the team

  • @gabrielaisabelkeeton8422
    @gabrielaisabelkeeton8422 Před 3 lety +905

    $10 or $15??? That sounds insane to me! I tip my waiter more than that and half of them have a terrible attitude - these people are literally helping you SURVIVE on a 7 day trek 😳 they absolutely deserve more than that!

    • @donjuansol
      @donjuansol Před 2 lety +182

      deserve at least 1000 USD. cant believe carla was smiling and laughing saying she'd tip 15 usd instead of 2 usd. 1000USD between the 4 of them is nothing.

    • @kaizer2k2
      @kaizer2k2 Před 2 lety +154

      @@donjuansol really a shame on westerner. shines a light on how these shrepas risk there lives every year for adrenline junkies to catch a few pics, pathetic. Sicks me to my stomach.

    • @Getcho33
      @Getcho33 Před 2 lety +81

      That's what I WAS THINKING. I tip my waiter more than $2... I was expecting her to say $50-100! Minimum!!!

    • @hasanyildiztas890
      @hasanyildiztas890 Před 2 lety +9

      Kesinlikle doğru söylüyorsunuz

    • @SpywareEverywhere
      @SpywareEverywhere Před 2 lety +60

      @@kaizer2k2 How do you know it was westerners? People from all over the world climb that mountain: Taiwanese, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Pakistani, Bulgarian, Polish... Westerners tip better than most other people, not worse! Don't be a bigot.

  • @kelonline
    @kelonline Před 4 lety +1569

    Seems like the hardest part of the climb, was paying the Sherpas..

    • @ybet1000
      @ybet1000 Před 4 lety +37

      Why the heck don't they just put a bit of money into the team...ie porters etc...If you do ... there is no whinging... all nice vibes...everyone is winning.... When I went to Nepal etc...never had a problem.. always left my team members happy and happy to help me again

    • @evab.6240
      @evab.6240 Před 4 lety +11

      What, why? Where did you get the idea it was hard for them to pay the Sherpas?

    • @lifeoutdoors3953
      @lifeoutdoors3953 Před 4 lety +8

      Eva B. Because they barely payed dipweed

    • @carl8568
      @carl8568 Před 3 lety +47

      They are not Sherpas. They are from Pakistan.

    • @hadhamalnam
      @hadhamalnam Před 3 lety +12

      @@carl8568 fax they are literally speaking urdu in the clip and this is hundreds of miles from Nepal

  • @misterb.s.8745
    @misterb.s.8745 Před 8 měsíci +3

    I love the entire team in this one!! Especially Carla, her attitude is so good. I want to be like her when times get tough! Smiling, focused, serene, a true happy warrior ⚔️

  • @TheJackyTube
    @TheJackyTube Před 9 měsíci

    What a resilient team through numerous hardship and steel mental to K2 summit, thumbs up !

  • @abdulrehman-ye3ug
    @abdulrehman-ye3ug Před 3 lety +141

    I am from pakistan and i just did a base camp next to k2 can't even imagine to climb this scary mountain. These guys arr real heros. 💓 Much respect from pakistan

    • @rssasorirssasori9387
      @rssasorirssasori9387 Před 3 lety +4

      You cant achieve anything if you get scared and turn back when you are so close to objective

    • @eugene14888
      @eugene14888 Před 3 lety +10

      with the help from Allah you can do just anything bro

    • @bujfvjg7222
      @bujfvjg7222 Před 3 lety +5

      you might want to discover the real definition of the word 'hero' before using it in such a cavalier manner!

    • @DC-zi6se
      @DC-zi6se Před 3 lety

      These guys are no heroes. Just a bunch of daredevil hippies.

    • @eugene14888
      @eugene14888 Před 3 lety +1

      @@DC-zi6se you are homoseki

  • @CaseyandBreelyn
    @CaseyandBreelyn Před 4 lety +360

    I'm still mad at how under appreciated Sherpas are. They literally do ALL the work and never get credit. These "mountaineers" that go and attempt these mountains stand on the back of all these sherpas. Sherpas make the camps, place rope, carry gear etc. all the regular climbers do is follow the ropes up....

    • @CWTHenrik
      @CWTHenrik Před 4 lety +22

      @The Truth about Africa hurts AND give the porters and sherpa the credit they deserve !

    • @hardcore4665
      @hardcore4665 Před 3 lety +9

      I feel like we spend to much time in saying “sherpas are underrated” more than “thank you sherpas”

    • @ErikFullmer
      @ErikFullmer Před 3 lety +2

      @The Truth about Africa hurts The "and" part is what Casey and Breelyn started their comment with. Reading comprehension isn't that hard.

    • @ildikobiro5921
      @ildikobiro5921 Před 3 lety +3

      Everyone places ropes and carries loads. Not just the sherpas. EVERYONE. Where did you get the idea only the sherpas carry loads and fix lines????? Lots of climbers dont use sherpas and they somehow manage to climb to the top, imagine that. You use sherpas because the work is to much for the climbers alone. But if you climb alpine style you dont need sherpas at all.

    • @shmooveyea
      @shmooveyea Před 3 lety +4

      You sure sound like an expert, yet you call them Sherpas? These are Porters, unless they were flown in from Nepal... And tbh a team of 5 people doing k2 is still pretty impressive... They use to climb this mountain with dozens, without Porters the responsibility of setting camps etc would just rotate through the other members of the climb.

  • @ToblerX
    @ToblerX Před rokem

    As soon as I saw that wind I knew they would make it. Wind buffed snow was exactly what they needed. Beautiful

  • @dhlml
    @dhlml Před rokem

    The achievement is incredible, but I especially appreciate the positive attitude that the guys took with them:)

  • @LASAGNA_LARRY
    @LASAGNA_LARRY Před 3 lety +757

    Thanks for helping me climb one of the hardest mountains. Here's enough money for half a Big Mac.

    • @Kid_Kootenay
      @Kid_Kootenay Před 2 lety +10

      It's not quite that bad there's like 7 points each one gets about $7 for porters the high altitude ones get a base rate plus bonuses. It's about a year's wage for a teacher just in a shorter time frame and infinitely more dangerous. Check out the invisible footman K2 doc it's great

    • @trymenot81
      @trymenot81 Před 2 lety +19

      It evidently was that bad, that they didn't even meet the minimum requirements. You look bad.

    • @meggo329
      @meggo329 Před 2 lety +95

      Honestly if you have thousands to go on a trip like this and ask someone to carry stuff up a mountain risking their lives maybe at least give them like 50$ or even 100$.The tourists do it for fun these poor people are trying to survive and make a living.

    • @shadelings
      @shadelings Před 2 lety +42

      @@meggo329 Seriously! If there's a truly pathetic time to suddenly start pinching pennies on a $$$$ expedition, that'd be it.

    • @milindusha
      @milindusha Před 2 lety +6

      What are uou talking about? Sherpas make 10 grand a season and rich mountaineers tip thousands.

  • @yzlrelax1
    @yzlrelax1 Před 3 lety +369

    Whenever I see these videos, I think of another video that documents the locals risk their lives to clean up the huge amount of garbage left behind by these climbers.

    • @evanw2195
      @evanw2195 Před 3 lety +11

      Yea I think of the foot layer of feces and piss left

    • @lucianisidro
      @lucianisidro Před 3 lety +18

      I wonder what that fresh-looking red blob was, by the pennants on the summit, just as they were leaving. I think perhaps that crazy chick coughed up a bit of her lung!

    • @Mira_dxb
      @Mira_dxb Před 3 lety +1

      @@lucianisidro heheheh omg! 🤣I read your comments before noticing that bit!!

    • @ettydavis
      @ettydavis Před 3 lety +3

      @@lucianisidro
      Oh my I saw it also😨

    • @otisjacksonjunior9795
      @otisjacksonjunior9795 Před 3 lety +4

      I bet you're fun to be around.

  • @leddielive
    @leddielive Před rokem +4

    Forget breathtaking this is PHENOMENAL.

  • @Wingnut40
    @Wingnut40 Před rokem +2

    The mountain guides and Sherpas are outstanding passionate and very brave mountaineers in extreme conditions, learn the mountain understanding of the dangers and a lot of hard climbing good documentary 👍❤

  • @AcidGlow
    @AcidGlow Před 3 lety +837

    I'm cold just watching this. Scary. 🥶😨

    • @angelofrevengeable
      @angelofrevengeable Před 3 lety +16

      probably you need an Eddie Bauer jacket

    • @kuwaitupdates631
      @kuwaitupdates631 Před 3 lety +8

      Take blanket dear when watching like this vedios.
      Takecare ur health.

    • @IKARIANOFFICIAL
      @IKARIANOFFICIAL Před 3 lety +11

      I hiked up K2 in my shorts in half a day no problem. I forgot to film it though, so you'll all have to take my word for it.

    • @notoftentold4076
      @notoftentold4076 Před 3 lety +3

      You are everywhere.. From UFC videos to this and you love the cloud

    • @BCNEPALI
      @BCNEPALI Před 3 lety

      I guess you won’t be able to watch Nimsdai Summiting K2 in winter without supplemental oxygen then

  • @imfrompakistan1108
    @imfrompakistan1108 Před 3 lety +154

    Congratulations to Nepal team for summit k2 in winter season 2021 for the first time

  • @richardlawton1023
    @richardlawton1023 Před měsícem

    One of my best memories was getting to know Jim Wittiker. He gave me a Parka that was made for him. He was my childhood hero in the late 60's and 70's. I live west of Seattle close by Port Townsend.
    Thanks Eddie Bauer.
    God bless to all who went before.

  • @rehmansafdar1140
    @rehmansafdar1140 Před 4 měsíci

    No words, You guys are unbreakable.

  • @chilledllama8830
    @chilledllama8830 Před 2 lety +629

    You know regardless of Mt Everest being the number 1 peak mountain, I find K2 the most scariest and deadliest. It looks much more steeper and riskier. Any misstep is a fall to death 💀. This mountain naturally screams mountaineers only 🏔. Props to those who’ve made it up and down and Rip to those who passed and those of the cruel incident of 2008. 🙏🏼

    • @nex4330
      @nex4330 Před rokem +70

      I agree
      Mount Everest is not (according to climbers) a hard mountain to climb.
      The difficulties are :
      1-the altitude and how long you have to stay in the death zone
      2- and I think that’s the real problem :
      The amount of tourist climbers going there with pro climbers and sherpas to have something to talk about in their salon receptions in New York or paris.
      Thats creates a very dangerous situation, a lot of slow ,unexperimented people stuck for hours in the death zone, making it very dangerous for all including pro climbers and sherpas.
      They stay usually away from k2
      Much more technical and that requires actual skills.

    • @m.klimbu7653
      @m.klimbu7653 Před rokem +4

      @@nex4330 danger mountain k2 it had to be seen and Care to go for climb and you cant be made foolish to climb with whom to k2 mountain OK let

    • @Stormy2809
      @Stormy2809 Před rokem +40

      I never understood it.
      Your snowblind, freezing, toes are falling off, totally exhausted.
      You get to the top,
      Ok, Yeah.
      Then you go down again.
      And maybe die. Only cost like $30-$50,000
      No biggie.

    • @JavierBonillaC
      @JavierBonillaC Před rokem

      I think I’ve heard that somewhere….

    • @josephstalin5751
      @josephstalin5751 Před rokem +6

      I personally find Matterhorn more terrifying than both K2 and Everest because it is so much more steeper and rocky. 500 people have died from trying to climb Matterhorn.