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Final furlong for Irishman attempting to climb Mount Everest without oxygen support
May 19, 2022
Elite Irish Adventurer James McManus shares his quest to climb Mount Everest without oxygen support, discussing the challenges, dangers, and motivations behind this monumental feat. The podcast covers his acclimatization process at high altitudes and the importance of favorable weather conditions for a successful summit push.
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- Climbing Mount Everest without oxygen demands extensive acclimatization and poses a greater physical and mental challenge.
- James McManus is motivated by the allure of being part of a select group attempting the oxygen-free ascent.
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Preparing to Summit Mount Everest Without Oxygen
James McManus, an Irish adventurer, is aiming to become the first person from Ireland to climb Mount Everest without using supplemental oxygen. After undergoing extensive acclimatization on the mountain, he completed his final acclimatization rotation, reaching 7950 meters. This challenging process involves adapting his body to high altitudes, with the ultimate goal of summiting Everest at 8848 meters. Climbing without oxygen requires more acclimatization rotations and slower progress, presenting a significantly greater physical and mental challenge.
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