Armchair/TH-cam mountaineer here. This was the BEST climbing video I have ever watched. Congratulations on your summit and thank you for sharing this incredible journey with us all. 👍🏻🙏🏻
Those Sherpas are absolutely amazing and underappreciated. Without them I wonder how many people would be able to actually summit Everest or any 8K meter peak.
@Paul Martin you’re referring to a guy named Lars Kropp and his story is questionable to say the least. By law, you MUST hire a local Sherpa guide in order to climb the mountain - period.
@Paul Martin sure - they can. And in some countries, you put not only your freedom but your life at risk by breaking them. Such is the case in Tibet and Indonesia.
@Paul Martin mmm people DO make it to the top Paul. It’s not like it’s an instant death trap. It’s not as insane as people think. If people take their time and manage their energy, it’s doable. So risking your freedom is not wise.
You know I was looking for someone who properly blogged their entire journey on Everest and accidentally stumbled across this video. Couldn't have asked for more, great video man. I cant even begin to imagine the kind of mental battles you all fight when climbing that mountain.
I'm shocked at how much he trained in advance, even adjusted the oxygen concentration for training. But the climb was still super difficult. No criticism, just amazed.
Meh… He seems like an a**hole that leaves trash at places he shouldn’t be to begin with. Him & he’s trust fund Gypsy buddy come across as entitled jerks on that blog he mentions at the end. Still,it was a good documentary,Everest documentaries always intrigue me.
I am a 64 year old grandmother who is an armchair mountaineer. I have watched a LOT of Everest and 8000 meter movie. Your film is, hands down the best documentary out there. Nothing even comes close. I felt like I was climbing that mountain every step of the way. Thank you.
Hi Karen, I am a 56 year old couch climber too and one hundred percent agree with your comment. I must have paused this video two dozen times just to savour the majesty. In real life I have never seen snow - South Australia is not famous for the stuff. Thank you too to the film makers. This couch climb has been the best ever.
Same here. i've watched a few just out of curiosity. This one? I felt like I was there in a way. Always been fascinated with Everest, but at 50, and all broken up due to Iraq, I'll stick to youtube LOL
Summiting Mt. Everest is about the next to last thing I ever want to do, behind deep sea diving. But for some reason, I am obsessed with stories and documentaries on Mt. Everest. This was an excellent documentary. It was so refreshing to follow a team and individual climber who was so prepared, humble, and honorable. I have seen so many films showing all the trash and bodies littering the mountain. It was a joy to see this side of Mt. Everest. Thank you for putting in the effort to record and share your experience.
Same. I'd never want to climb Everest (or any mountain like it), but I'm absolutely fascinated by documentaries and stories about others who do climb it.
there's alot not quite right with the team... The guides did alot wrong and much of his training was either unnecessary or MIA. An easy one to understand... why would you put a water bottle in your pack when you could load it down with actual gear?
Just stumbled across this one and I've seen a shit tonne of mountaineering docos over the years. Excellent video and long enough to really get in to it.
I’ve been watching every Everest video and this is 100% the best one I watched. He showed every moment and captured it perfectly. Congrats on the summit!
I've watched a ton of Everest material, but almost nothing was from the Chinese side. This was really interesting. Thanks for documenting your journey. Really well done.
Two things this doc does a great job of showing: 1. the sheer amount of effort in prepping ahead of summiting, the summit is just the cherry on the top of a huge journey. 2. the amazing Sherpas, I mean I knew they were amazing but to see them time and and again doing all that work, packing all that weight, making that soup and tea, its really incredible. Great Watch!
My favorite Everest climbing video EVER!! Love the thoughtful, purposeful way you prepared for this journey and the way you did everything within your power to make your climb as “safe” and positive as humanly possible. Thank you for sharing your trip with us. What a wonderful, inspiring trek!!
This is the first and only Mt Everest documentary that makes one feel as though making the summit is open and available for any one who's willing to put in all of the work and effort. The best I've ever seen.
This is, hands down, one of the best documentaries about the Everest summit that I’ve seen. If all mountaineers and those who try to be one would be like the men that are shown here, ambitious but still responsible, realistic, humble and incredibly diligent, there would be fewer deaths and less trouble on this mountain.
This is only a handful of times I’ve ever commented on TH-cam but I was blown away with this documentary. It was that good I will watch it again. Very clear and well explained start to finish. Amazing achievement beyond words and I’m glad you shared it with us 😎
Not gonna lie, I cried a little when you three summited. It felt like I was there. Thank you for taking us along on your incredible adventure! Awesome documentary!
Great journey, and a straight-forward journal of a truly lifetime achievement. I can’t help but think of the men who first climbed Mt Everest without modern technology or pre-established ropes and ladders.
When they found the body of Mallory and it showed his body lying there face down for 90 years with all his cotton clothing and leather boots etc I was thinking what you just commented on here... Just think how different and more difficult it would have been to not have any of the modern equipment, clothing, support, and NO ROPES .... sorry about screaming the no ropes thing, but can you imagine trying to get up that same mountain with no ropes ? I can not remember if he had any oxygen apparatus on his back when they found his body - I know it was very heavy and not reliable like todays systems but I wonder what percentage of successful Everest climbers would have been able to get to the summit using Mallory's same clothing, boots, bad oxygen systems,and NO ROPES .....( sorry again ).. I bet 99% would fail attempting to duplicate Mallory's effort.. Do you think anyone would be able to get to the top just using Mallory's resources ??
Have watched this a few times now and it is the best Everest video I've seen and it's not close. I think the reason is - this doesn't ever come across as a production to get views from random people. It really is a documentary geared specifically to people who are interested in what it takes to actually try and summit Everest. Sincerely appreciate this video and I wish there others were more like it. Well done.
I can attest, the WIm Hoff breathing technique IS powerful! It takes a certain breed to desire and have the skill to climb, document it, and then edit it for others to live vicariously through. As world population grows and traffic increases in the farthest corners of the globe, videos like this will help keep some people from adding to that traffic. Congratulations on your accomplishment, what dedication and perseverance!
I think this documentary has satisfied my curiosity about Everest climbing as it is practiced today, so that I can now move on to some other interest. Thank you!
Thank you for sharing your journey. At 70 don't think I could do the trip to the top. But I savored every moment of your trip. Felt like I was in your boots. Thanks again for making this. Incredible video
This is the only view I get of the outdoors as I am stuck in bed with a year long case of major depressive disorder that no antidepressant or therapy has been able to cure. I go from days of not even opening my eyes for more than a few minutes, to days of non stop watching stuff like this and wishing I had a tiny spec of your energy and motivation. Hopefully I conquer my depression like you've conquered the summits.
Please never give up and you will conquer it....take it from someone who's been there. I know it sounds like a cliché, and dorky coming from someone that doesn't even know you, but you are important, and I wish you the best.
One of my biggest takeaways from watching this is that you should buy your own oxygen mask and feel comfortable using it well before they show you how to use one a day before your summit push. Blows my mind that such a crucial, life saving piece of equipment is literally raffled off to ppl like you showed. I would be extremely unhappy if I got one of those older masks that didn’t fit right. That whole thing seems like a massive oversight on the outfitters perspective.
I could be wrong, but the raffle looked like a joke to me. did anyone of the team actually have to climb with an old mask? I don't remember seeing any after the team-leader presented it.
I'm not only a TH-cam mountaineer. I also do quite a bit of armchair cave diving. I'm trying to imagine those guys trusting the same system with their scuba gear. They would never. Oxygen is just as vital on Everest as it is under 400 feet of water. It really is hard to imagine. I guess it's that thing, when every one else is ok with something, we often abandon our own good judgement,, and trust the group.
He didn’t only reached the summit of Mount Everest, he is a member of the seven peaks club. Which means that he has climbed every highest mountain in every continent on earth….
Hi, I’m Zach. I’m 16 and my friend and I are working on climbing some of the tallest mountains in the Northeastern US. I’ve been in relatively poor shape for most of my life and only started making an effort to get fit back in February. I’ve since lost 25 pounds and have buffed up a bit. I love Everest content and my life goal is to climb K2. I had recently lost motivation to continue pushing forward but this documentary has given me a renewed view of what I want to achieve. Thank you so much. I wish you nothing but the best in the future. Congrats on Everest!
I am not a climber... when I came across this documentary my intention was to just skip to the end. Once I started watching it, i just kept watching. Thanks for sharing your experience. I felt like part of the team. Well done!
I cant even imagine summiting Everest 1 time let alone 17 times that Sherpa did it! That's incredible much respect! This was such a great documentary thanks.
They are born and raised on the mountain so their bodies are adapted to survive there. Physically they can probably out perform most people with hard labor. It is amazing!
Not just by growing up at high altitudes but research has shown that sherpas are genetically built for high altitude. Better oxygen binding capacity of hemoglobin and also double the nitric oxide production in blood vessels.
@@SwedBaben been lucky to have experienced this first hand on my first trek to Everest base camp. Had a guide/porter then. A slender looking man in his late 50s who was a heavy smoker. I was 31 and apparently thought I was in the best shape of my life (LOL). This gentleman carried a load and reached each days target 3-4 hours before me who huffed and puffed my ass up. Very humbling and as said - fascinating
As something I’ve had on my bucket list and on my way to preparing the finances, fitness and logistics needed to stand on top and get back safely, I have only one thing to say to this man who made this comprehensive video. And it comes from the bottom of my heart - THANK YOU MATE.
Excellent script, video, drone footage and information that seems to be left out of every other Everest production. This is the BEST Everest doc out there! Thank you.
This may be one of if not the best documentary I’ve ever watched on any of the 7 summits. You documented it so well, fantastic work! I’m also impressed on how good your guides and entire team was. The guide seems like the perfect kinda guy for it. 👏
I simply like this docu. You do not moralize around, but give facts instead. You inform the aspirants. Those, who do not listen to this, are not honest to themselves. I am not a climber, but sailed under extreme conditions. You made me to translate the risks from one subject to another subject more than many. Thank you Sir !
VERY HAPPY TO HEAR THAT YOU MADE IT ALL THE WAY TO THE SUMMIT AND BACK. I'VE BEEN WATCHING THIS ON THE EAVE OF MY 74 TH BIRTHDAY 🎂 AND REALLY ENJOYED IT THANK YOU DAVID ADAM GRENIS 2044 MAPLETON AVENUE BOULDER COLORADO
I was never really an Everest candidate, but I‘ve always dreamed about standing on top of it. This is the first doc where I really felt like I was there. Thanx so much for your upload, wish you all the best!
Dont mind me im just compiling a few stamps for my own entertainment: 1:43:02 DEATH ZONE 1:43:58 CAMP 3 1:50:50 FIRST STEP 1:51:07 SECOND STEP 1:51:34 THIRD STEP 1:52:38 SUMMIT
@@Honey_Daddy I swear, people who follow Lorne share some deeper psychology- cuz I be seein y'all everywhere 🙆🏽♀️. I mean, Lorne watchers watch Tcap, watch true crime- surprise, surprise, right? But how do so many of us happen to also enjoy watching mountaineering or dying on an underwater cave videos? 🤔
@@poutinedream5066 absolutely. Yep, I see you all over as well. I think those of us who are found in these various types of videos regularly are of one type and the other Lorne watchers are of one of two others. There are the pure pedo haters, the creeps overcompensating, and then us, the people who are truly intrigued with the wonders of life and want to experience a piece of as much as we can. I'm a huge learner and I enjoy myself most taking in new information, learning of other experiences I don't intend to have, and seeing how vastly different the human experience is from one person to the next. My guess is, you're the same. We are intrigued with people. Lorne, cyrax, they're odd people who are fascinating. Sickening and horrible people, but fascinating. What drives them? Keeps them going? How can they keep living when I'd just end it If I were them? It draws my curiosity and I can't help but indulge that. I'm curious if you agree to my characterization, or if you view it differently.
This is probably one of the best Everest Videos I have seen. It’s so comprehensive and really shows it how it is. Thank you for taking the time to put it all together.
Outstanding production values on this! I'm 45, and it's amazing how far audio/visual technology has come in my lifetime. Growing up would have required watching this in 480i broadcast or VHS. Now in 2022 I can watch a 4K/UHD video that puts me right on the highest mountain in the world! Thank you so much for this documentary.
This is the first time I’ve seen Chinese base camp and the northern approach, read lots of books and watched HEAPS of documentaries but this is the first time I’ve seen it. I was surprised that the landscape is like the moon. Great documentary, I absolutely loved it, thank you 🙏
This video was emotional, overwhelming, and oh man the views! When Patrick said, "Olivia, you and I made it!!", I literally lost it! I really believe in my heart that Everest is truly a god and not just a mountain only!
Easily the best documentary on Everest I've ever seen! You really managed to include the viewer on the adventure. Thank you and congratulations. Truly amazing work.
This was one of the most in depth Everest docs I have ever watched. Excellent effing work man. I love the fact that both you and Patrick took the training and preparation seriously. Respect from Toronto.
You have some people like this guy who actually prepares for Everest, then you have those yahoos that are learning the basics of climbing while already on the mountain.
@@off1918 No. It's mostly bad weather, waiting in lines, avalanches and just being unlucky and get a bad case of high altitude sickness. On a good day with good weather and good guides and sherpas and oxygen all the way almost anyone can do it.
@@titter3648 Almost anyone can do it!? Thats Just false The Problem is peoble believe that and just say, i have enough money lets try Everest would be cool to reach the summit.... And then they are dead
Yup it’s absolutely insane how people who have NEVER climbed a real mountain are just all “oh hey I really wana climb Everest. Let’s go!” How egotistical and narcissistic do you have to be to think that just having tons of money qualifies you to climb Mount Everest... this has gotten so absolutely out of hand lately... these people put others lives at risk when these inexperienced climbers who think doing a week or 2 at base camp with some aclimitization hikes is considered “climbing experience.” These Sherpas don’t get paid enough as it is, now they’re gonna be responsible for rescuing idiots like this who have ZERO experience. It blows my mind that these people think what they’re doing is totally okay...
I have consumed all the mountaineering video content I can find in the past few months and this is definitely one of the best for detail and the experience. It would appear that climbing from the Tibetan side is much steeper than the Nepal side. I never had an inkling 40 years ago when I was 20 about climbing growing up in Southern Ontario but then we did not have the internet, TH-cam or even computers to learn of such endeavours. Thank you for taking me along. I must say for those who may climb in the future, if you wish to acclimatize to the cold just come and spend a Winter here in Winnipeg where it gets just as cold as the summit of Everest. Today is a balmy -10C with a -21C windchill and it still Autumn. Thank you for this great film.
I'm making a short film on K2 and was looking at videos from mountaineers who did 8k peaks. This one stood out, I feel alot of people who conquered everest didn't deserve it other than pay the fees and having Sherpas do all the work. You trained your ass off, which I think is the build up for the adrenaline rush you get from that summit. Grats on the feats and the film!
His pre planning and diligent training is what grabbed me from the beginning. That shows so much responsibility (and respect for the Sherpas and his teammates).
I wanted to watch a 10 min video max... ended up watching the whole thing! After watching the Nims Purja documentary, this is a good follow-up inspiration. The dream is real.
@@davidjones-bh5xg looking at this video I was confused why he didn’t go straight up and would go back and forth from a lower camp to a higher camp, then I realized it’s for aclimatization. When you watch 14 peaks, you see Nims do most ascends in just one day or just one go. Only after watching this video seeing how a normal person usually climbs Peaks did I realize how great a climber Nims is to do all those mounts in one go!
I've seen a lot of mountaineering docos over the years and just stumbled across this one. I certainly was not expecting something this good to have escaped my searches, what a nice blend of comedy, camp life, training structure and adventure- without the music being too overpowering, mostly. And long enough to really get in to it, I'll be using this as motivation towards a 6200m Himalayan trekking peak I'm attempting in September. Cheers 👍🙏
This was probably the most powerful video on Everest I have seen. As someone who is planning on attempting the Journey to the Himalayas to summit the top of the highest point on earth, I really appreciate you taking the time to make this for people like my self. I will definitely have this video on repeat as I train! Thank you!
I will never climb mt. everest but I love watching videos and dreaming! this is a fantastic account, great music, great visuals, great focus on the climb and not as much on the interaction of everyone. I just love this thank you for sharing your adventure!!
Most excellent and perhaps most 'human' account of an Everest climb I've seen. So many films simply just gloss over important details of the how's and why's.
I couldn’t put this down after starting it. Thank you for taking the time to put this together - it’s one of the best Everest documentaries out there! Also that Dave Matthews soundbit? Hilarious. Congrats!!!
This video is one of if not the BEST video on Everest I think I've ever seen! The only thing I wish you would have done is shown a lot more of your descent. Like you said yourself, "Getting to the top is optional but Getting down is mandatory. " Reaching the summit is half of the journey and the descent is just as hard, it would have been nice to see how you handled it and gave us details just like you did throughout the entire video. With that said, still hands down on such a GREAT video!!! Congrats to you, Patrick and the rest of your team! 🎉
one of those videos where you can't afford to take your eye off for a second .. 'cos you'll miss some beautiful shot of incredible footage. Amazing people .. a special breed ❤️
I just loved how he concluded the documentary saying that u need be at ur best not only to summit but to got down from the summit, because climbing up is a choice, but going down is mandatory. Just fascinating ❤❤❤❤.
Bravo for completing your summit and producing a kick ass film. Can't speak for anyone else, but Brendan, I've come back and watched this complete version of your expedition at least a half dozen times now. This after watching the individual episodes a bunch.
I have watched about 15 documentaries already within 10 days and I'm in love with mount everest. If there hadn't been Sherpas, the mountaineers would have not made it to the top with big number such as above 4000. Sherpas needs to be paid well and respected big time❤❤❤
Since you have watched so many Everest docs so far, did you feel Tibet side is little easier than Nepal’s side. I have watched many and I strongly believe Tibet side is easier. I don’t mean it’s easy for like me but for the mountaineers. 😂😂😂
Loved every second of this documentary truly. 💕💕 Although, I have to admit the moment that I really actually lost it was when Patrick said “Olivia, you and I made it!!!!!!” 😭❤️ so sweet
Absolutely the best film of one of the greatest adventures the world has to offer. At my age, it’s not an option so I can’t thank you enough for making it real!
I’ve seen a lot of Everest documentaries on TH-cam and this is the first time I feel I’m actually right there with you through the whole process. Well done. I only been to the base camp on Nepal side but scenery on China side is quite similar. Thanks for reminding me the great memories I had at the foothills of Everest. I will never forget it.
Hands down this is the most awesome Everest footage I have viewed and more importantly, from the start of a summit attempt all the way to the descent. Job well done guys and I highly recommend your doco to anyone who has even the slightest interest in the worlds highest mountain.
What a great documentary! 🥇🏆🎉 With the mostly sunny weather, blue sky and georgeous views, Mt. Everest appears kinda arkwardly calm and harmless - written from the warm safety of my sofa... 😁 I've never made it much above about 3.000 m altitude and are in no way a climber; but I'm fascinated watching films about this topic. It's unreal what the Sherpa people are capable of, but they live around there and are perfectly adjusted. So many tragedies happened, though; I really highly respect the wise decision of these 3 guys to turn around so close to the roof of the world, choosing life above summit fever! 👍 The ending however was surprisingly short, as I've learned that the descend is even more dangerous. (Just a shame with the littering, mainly on the Nepalese side of the mountain...)
I can only mirror what others have already said: Up there with the best Everest climb docs there are! Equal parts humour and stress. I'd buy this , on BR if it were available.
This documentary has given me insight into what it takes to prepare for an Everest climb like no other documentary or book I’ve ever seen or read! Thank you so much !! really well done! You’re a charming Host to this amazing land…
THE BEST This is called dream, prepare and achieve..Not like some climbers who go without proper preparation and be hazardous to self, organisers and fellow climbers . Of all the Mt everest videos I have watched this is the only video which gave optimistic vibes straight through. Well done
This is in the upper quartile of the top quartile of all the mountaineering accounts of Everest I have seen. I'm stunned at how good it was. I was making the journey with you guys and felt a positive energy the whole way up, back down, back up, back down....well, you get the idea. Thanks so much for sharing this wacky mission of climbing until you can't climb any higher. Remember this, Work hard, climb hard, and play hard.
This video is so much more detailed than many of the other mountaineering expedition videos I watch. I’m not talking about the length either. Thank you for a realistic and detailed experience.
Armchair/TH-cam mountaineer here. This was the BEST climbing video I have ever watched. Congratulations on your summit and thank you for sharing this incredible journey with us all. 👍🏻🙏🏻
Yes!! 100% agree with everything you stated!! Amazing video!
Those Sherpas are absolutely amazing and underappreciated. Without them I wonder how many people would be able to actually summit Everest or any 8K meter peak.
I would say probably none. No one has ever reached the top without a Sherpa.
@Paul Martin you’re referring to a guy named Lars Kropp and his story is questionable to say the least. By law, you MUST hire a local Sherpa guide in order to climb the mountain - period.
@Paul Martin sure - they can. And in some countries, you put not only your freedom but your life at risk by breaking them. Such is the case in Tibet and Indonesia.
@Paul Martin mmm people DO make it to the top Paul. It’s not like it’s an instant death trap. It’s not as insane as people think. If people take their time and manage their energy, it’s doable. So risking your freedom is not wise.
Zero, not many have the childhood muscle memory from mountaineering
You know I was looking for someone who properly blogged their entire journey on Everest and accidentally stumbled across this video. Couldn't have asked for more, great video man. I cant even begin to imagine the kind of mental battles you all fight when climbing that mountain.
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Look at Ryan Mitchell’s journey his is in more detail aswell you get to see even more
I'm shocked at how much he trained in advance, even adjusted the oxygen concentration for training. But the climb was still super difficult. No criticism, just amazed.
Yea I felt the same, peace ✌️
its not a hard climb.. and can be done without oxygen . stop exaggerating
@@gtxoiltastebad you’re out of your damn mind if you think this is even remotely an easy climb let alone without oxygen.
@@gtxoiltastebad Bro I doubt you’ve ever climbed a hill in your life, let alone a mountain.
@@drunkdonkey1009 put your money where your mouth is and i'll show you pictures of me one Everest , K2 and Cho Oyu
I wish this was nominated for a best documentary Oscar. Absolutely outstanding!
Maybe in time it will be once it’s noticed more 😊
This was the best Everest video I think I’ve ever seen. No drama for the sake of drama, Everest is dramatic enough
what a dumb comment
It feels like the preparation workouts could have been their own two hour video
This documentary really is the definition of "it's not about the destination, it's about the journey"
“It’s not about the destination, it’s about the documentary”
Seriously though, this is so awesome
Meh…
He seems like an a**hole that leaves trash at places he shouldn’t be to begin with. Him & he’s trust fund Gypsy buddy come across as entitled jerks on that blog he mentions at the end.
Still,it was a good documentary,Everest documentaries always intrigue me.
I am a 64 year old grandmother who is an armchair mountaineer. I have watched a LOT of Everest and 8000 meter movie. Your film is, hands down the best documentary out there. Nothing even comes close. I felt like I was climbing that mountain every step of the way. Thank you.
Hi Karen, I am a 56 year old couch climber too and one hundred percent agree with your comment. I must have paused this video two dozen times just to savour the majesty. In real life I have never seen snow - South Australia is not famous for the stuff. Thank you too to the film makers. This couch climb has been the best ever.
@@trishlatham7677 I live in Wyoming in the US. We get enough snow that I would be happy to ship it to you.
I have never ever used oxygen while watching 8000 meter plus climbs on Yt while on my couch, never.
It's a achievement.
@@manjsher3094 I envy your strength.
@@karenjones2631 lol thanks
This is the most comprehensive and honest account of climbing Everest on the Internet
The amount of credit Sherpas deserve is incredible.
This is the first mountain climbing documentary where I felt like I was being taken along. Absolutely amazing and I really hope you do more of these.
Yes!! This was a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the journey
Yes. That's really interesting!
Same here. i've watched a few just out of curiosity. This one? I felt like I was there in a way. Always been fascinated with Everest, but at 50, and all broken up due to Iraq, I'll stick to youtube LOL
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Summiting Mt. Everest is about the next to last thing I ever want to do, behind deep sea diving. But for some reason, I am obsessed with stories and documentaries on Mt. Everest. This was an excellent documentary. It was so refreshing to follow a team and individual climber who was so prepared, humble, and honorable. I have seen so many films showing all the trash and bodies littering the mountain. It was a joy to see this side of Mt. Everest. Thank you for putting in the effort to record and share your experience.
Me too. Add in spelunking and that's my 3 nopes. But I can't get enough mountaineering videos lol
Same
Me too 😂
Same. I'd never want to climb Everest (or any mountain like it), but I'm absolutely fascinated by documentaries and stories about others who do climb it.
Same... I can not get enough of them.
Nice to see people preparing and doing things the right way with realistic expectations.
Great perspective. I hope this video will also inspire people to understand complexity of preparation and it's inherent necessity
Preparing is a huge part but doesn’t matter if you don’t have the mountain of cash it takes to get there. Sadly money is everything
But he trained his body the wrong way.
there's alot not quite right with the team... The guides did alot wrong and much of his training was either unnecessary or MIA.
An easy one to understand... why would you put a water bottle in your pack when you could load it down with actual gear?
Reading your post of 2 years ago, sure hope you are in a safe place
Can’t tell you how many times I’ve watched this. One of the best videos I’ve ever seen. Thank you for sharing it with the world. ✌🏼
Me too!. My jaw drops every time as if I am just viewing it for the first time. Outstanding!
Just stumbled across this one and I've seen a shit tonne of mountaineering docos over the years. Excellent video and long enough to really get in to it.
I’ve been watching every Everest video and this is 100% the best one I watched. He showed every moment and captured it perfectly. Congrats on the summit!
I've watched a ton of Everest material, but almost nothing was from the Chinese side. This was really interesting. Thanks for documenting your journey. Really well done.
The first two seasons of Discovery Channel's Everest series were of Russell Bryce's teams climbing from the Chinese Tibet side. They are also good.
O Jesus!! A FACE!!!!! You guys!!!! Look at the clouds 4:06 !! OMG!!! Between the peaks when he says disaster strikes.. the face !!!! Do you see it???
@@jenniferwilson7762 yes… it’s called face pareidolia…
@@jenniferwilson7762 called face pareidolia lmao.
*Tibetan side
Two things this doc does a great job of showing: 1. the sheer amount of effort in prepping ahead of summiting, the summit is just the cherry on the top of a huge journey. 2. the amazing Sherpas, I mean I knew they were amazing but to see them time and and again doing all that work, packing all that weight, making that soup and tea, its really incredible. Great Watch!
My favorite Everest climbing video EVER!! Love the thoughtful, purposeful way you prepared for this journey and the way you did everything within your power to make your climb as “safe” and positive as humanly possible. Thank you for sharing your trip with us. What a wonderful, inspiring trek!!
This is the first and only Mt Everest documentary that makes one feel as though making the summit is open and available for any one who's willing to put in all of the work and effort. The best I've ever seen.
Don't forget about the vast sum of money...
@@aszechy money is renewable but some people would never be able to meet the physical demands.
and whos rich enough....
You havent seen many mountain movies then.
This is, hands down, one of the best documentaries about the Everest summit that I’ve seen.
If all mountaineers and those who try to be one would be like the men that are shown here, ambitious but still responsible, realistic, humble and incredibly diligent, there would be fewer deaths and less trouble on this mountain.
This is the BEST documentary of Everest I’ve seen. Felt like I was right there with you…..Thank you and your team for sharing this incredible feat!
This is only a handful of times I’ve ever commented on TH-cam but I was blown away with this documentary. It was that good I will watch it again. Very clear and well explained start to finish. Amazing achievement beyond words and I’m glad you shared it with us 😎
A greater achievement than climbing everest really (no sarcasm)
In my 35 years of being on TH-cam, I have rarely commented on another's comment.
@@ig00g1e TH-cam has only been around for 16 years though.
Not gonna lie, I cried a little when you three summited. It felt like I was there. Thank you for taking us along on your incredible adventure! Awesome documentary!
O Jesus!! A FACE!!!!! You guys!!!! Look at the clouds 4:06 !! OMG!!! Between the peaks when he says disaster strikes.. the face !!!! Do you see it???
@@jenniferwilson7762 Yeah the face says: "Really guys? You can see me from the bottom too, you know.."
Thanks for not lying
Great journey, and a straight-forward journal of a truly lifetime achievement.
I can’t help but think of the men who first climbed Mt Everest without modern technology or pre-established ropes and ladders.
When they found the body of Mallory and it showed his body lying there face down for 90 years with all his cotton clothing and leather boots etc I was thinking what you just commented on here... Just think how different and more difficult it would have been to not have any of the modern equipment, clothing, support, and NO ROPES .... sorry about screaming the no ropes thing, but can you imagine trying to get up that same mountain with no ropes ? I can not remember if he had any oxygen apparatus on his back when they found his body - I know it was very heavy and not reliable like todays systems but I wonder what percentage of successful Everest climbers would have been able to get to the summit using Mallory's same clothing, boots, bad oxygen systems,and
NO ROPES .....( sorry again ).. I bet 99% would fail attempting to duplicate Mallory's effort..
Do you think anyone would be able to get to the top just using Mallory's resources ??
@@fluff2001well if we are being honest … Mallory failed too. The point is to make it down alive after summiting. So clearly his ways didn’t work
Have watched this a few times now and it is the best Everest video I've seen and it's not close. I think the reason is - this doesn't ever come across as a production to get views from random people. It really is a documentary geared specifically to people who are interested in what it takes to actually try and summit Everest. Sincerely appreciate this video and I wish there others were more like it. Well done.
Why do I keep watching this? Over and over again and never get sick of it? I feel like I’m hiking with them. The journey is epic.
This is probably the best documentary on Everest I’ve seen. Every little detail was touched on. Thank you
I can attest, the WIm Hoff breathing technique IS powerful!
It takes a certain breed to desire and have the skill to climb, document it, and then edit it for others to live vicariously through. As world population grows and traffic increases in the farthest corners of the globe, videos like this will help keep some people from adding to that traffic.
Congratulations on your accomplishment, what dedication and perseverance!
I have watched a lot of everest shows and documentaries this is by far the best. It is actual and seems almost behind the scenes. Amazing.
I agree and I’ve seen National Geographic and BBC and PBS. This is up there with that
@@LeahJackson420 Same!
We shall see. I have watched and written much.
Totally agree. Thís doccie is as real as it gets. Fantastic content. 🙌🏻
how many people do this preparation? 70% 50%
This made me cry. This shows that we can do anything we set our minds to. Life is short. Play hard!❤😊
I think this documentary has satisfied my curiosity about Everest climbing as it is practiced today, so that I can now move on to some other interest. Thank you!
Thank you for sharing your journey. At 70 don't think I could do the trip to the top. But I savored every moment of your trip. Felt like I was in your boots. Thanks again for making this. Incredible video
This is unbelievably good. Shouldn’t be free but I’m so thankful it is. Thankyou
This is the only view I get of the outdoors as I am stuck in bed with a year long case of major depressive disorder that no antidepressant or therapy has been able to cure. I go from days of not even opening my eyes for more than a few minutes, to days of non stop watching stuff like this and wishing I had a tiny spec of your energy and motivation. Hopefully I conquer my depression like you've conquered the summits.
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Please never give up and you will conquer it....take it from someone who's been there. I know it sounds like a cliché, and dorky coming from someone that doesn't even know you, but you are important, and I wish you the best.
Finally!!! an Everest Doc that was actually worth a damn! Thanks Man!
I will never be a mountaineer, but I respect you focus and determination. Thank you for filming this so we can experience it with you.
One of my biggest takeaways from watching this is that you should buy your own oxygen mask and feel comfortable using it well before they show you how to use one a day before your summit push. Blows my mind that such a crucial, life saving piece of equipment is literally raffled off to ppl like you showed. I would be extremely unhappy if I got one of those older masks that didn’t fit right. That whole thing seems like a massive oversight on the outfitters perspective.
One of the best observations. I never once gave that a thought.
I could be wrong, but the raffle looked like a joke to me.
did anyone of the team actually have to climb with an old mask? I don't remember seeing any after the team-leader presented it.
Imagine the idiots who've paid with zero experience and little to no learning.
I'm not only a TH-cam mountaineer. I also do quite a bit of armchair cave diving. I'm trying to imagine those guys trusting the same system with their scuba gear. They would never. Oxygen is just as vital on Everest as it is under 400 feet of water. It really is hard to imagine. I guess it's that thing, when every one else is ok with something, we often abandon our own good judgement,, and trust the group.
Is New or old oxygen masks laid out on the expedition contract? You paid for it right?
He didn’t only reached the summit of Mount Everest, he is a member of the seven peaks club. Which means that he has climbed every highest mountain in every continent on earth….
dude, spoiler alert.. im still watching :D
@@Atreidez Lol sry 😂
K2 mountain is the real mountain to conquer if you want to be among the best.
@@alberthenriette8976 Yeah I get what you are saying, but what sounds cooler; Ive climbed K2 or Ive been to the highest mountain that exists.
@@Atreidez All a matter of perspective. Far less people have survived the summit of K2.
Hi, I’m Zach. I’m 16 and my friend and I are working on climbing some of the tallest mountains in the Northeastern US. I’ve been in relatively poor shape for most of my life and only started making an effort to get fit back in February. I’ve since lost 25 pounds and have buffed up a bit. I love Everest content and my life goal is to climb K2. I had recently lost motivation to continue pushing forward but this documentary has given me a renewed view of what I want to achieve. Thank you so much. I wish you nothing but the best in the future. Congrats on Everest!
I am not a climber... when I came across this documentary my intention was to just skip to the end. Once I started watching it, i just kept watching. Thanks for sharing your experience. I felt like part of the team. Well done!
I cant even imagine summiting Everest 1 time let alone 17 times that Sherpa did it! That's incredible much respect! This was such a great documentary thanks.
I'm just mind-blown on how the Sherpas can climb Mt everest 10 times and also carry double loads of equipment
They are born and raised on the mountain so their bodies are adapted to survive there. Physically they can probably out perform most people with hard labor. It is amazing!
@@ChenoodleSoup yes they grow up in a high altitude, plus I’m sure they start climbing as children.
Not just by growing up at high altitudes but research has shown that sherpas are genetically built for high altitude. Better oxygen binding capacity of hemoglobin and also double the nitric oxide production in blood vessels.
@@aaronderyl I think it's SO interesting and fascinating how humans can evolve depending on where we live
@@SwedBaben been lucky to have experienced this first hand on my first trek to Everest base camp. Had a guide/porter then. A slender looking man in his late 50s who was a heavy smoker. I was 31 and apparently thought I was in the best shape of my life (LOL). This gentleman carried a load and reached each days target 3-4 hours before me who huffed and puffed my ass up. Very humbling and as said - fascinating
As something I’ve had on my bucket list and on my way to preparing the finances, fitness and logistics needed to stand on top and get back safely, I have only one thing to say to this man who made this comprehensive video. And it comes from the bottom of my heart - THANK YOU MATE.
Hope you get to check Everest off your list!
@@kjo9982 thanks a lot for that!
Excellent script, video, drone footage and information that seems to be left out of every other Everest production.
This is the BEST Everest doc out there!
Thank you.
This may be one of if not the best documentary I’ve ever watched on any of the 7 summits. You documented it so well, fantastic work! I’m also impressed on how good your guides and entire team was. The guide seems like the perfect kinda guy for it. 👏
Any other documentary you recommend from 7 summits??
I simply like this docu. You do not moralize around, but give facts instead. You inform the aspirants. Those, who do not listen to this, are not honest to themselves. I am not a climber, but sailed under extreme conditions. You made me to translate the risks from one subject to another subject more than many. Thank you Sir !
VERY HAPPY TO HEAR THAT YOU MADE IT ALL THE WAY TO THE SUMMIT AND BACK. I'VE BEEN WATCHING THIS ON THE EAVE OF MY 74 TH BIRTHDAY 🎂 AND REALLY ENJOYED IT THANK YOU
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I was never really an Everest candidate, but I‘ve always dreamed about standing on top of it. This is the first doc where I really felt like I was there. Thanx so much for your upload, wish you all the best!
Dont mind me im just compiling a few stamps for my own entertainment:
1:43:02 DEATH ZONE
1:43:58 CAMP 3
1:50:50 FIRST STEP
1:51:07 SECOND STEP
1:51:34 THIRD STEP
1:52:38 SUMMIT
You're welcome for me allowing you to compile timestamps for your entertainment for my entertainment.
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Very useful. Thanks. The effort the climbers put into climbing Everest is exhausting just watching the video.
@@Honey_Daddy I swear, people who follow Lorne share some deeper psychology- cuz I be seein y'all everywhere 🙆🏽♀️. I mean, Lorne watchers watch Tcap, watch true crime- surprise, surprise, right? But how do so many of us happen to also enjoy watching mountaineering or dying on an underwater cave videos? 🤔
@@poutinedream5066 absolutely. Yep, I see you all over as well. I think those of us who are found in these various types of videos regularly are of one type and the other Lorne watchers are of one of two others. There are the pure pedo haters, the creeps overcompensating, and then us, the people who are truly intrigued with the wonders of life and want to experience a piece of as much as we can. I'm a huge learner and I enjoy myself most taking in new information, learning of other experiences I don't intend to have, and seeing how vastly different the human experience is from one person to the next. My guess is, you're the same. We are intrigued with people. Lorne, cyrax, they're odd people who are fascinating. Sickening and horrible people, but fascinating. What drives them? Keeps them going? How can they keep living when I'd just end it If I were them? It draws my curiosity and I can't help but indulge that. I'm curious if you agree to my characterization, or if you view it differently.
This is probably one of the best Everest Videos I have seen. It’s so comprehensive and really shows it how it is. Thank you for taking the time to put it all together.
Outstanding production values on this! I'm 45, and it's amazing how far audio/visual technology has come in my lifetime. Growing up would have required watching this in 480i broadcast or VHS. Now in 2022 I can watch a 4K/UHD video that puts me right on the highest mountain in the world! Thank you so much for this documentary.
"Climbing up Is optional , climbing down is mandatory"... Best quote I've ever read about everest 👍👍👍👍🏴🏴🏴🏴
I’m a pilot. Pilots say “takeoffs are optional, landings are mandatory.”
This is the first time I’ve seen Chinese base camp and the northern approach, read lots of books and watched HEAPS of documentaries but this is the first time I’ve seen it. I was surprised that the landscape is like the moon. Great documentary, I absolutely loved it, thank you 🙏
And this film is the best film about entering through China Tibet and the North col, really so fantastic and the best!
This video was emotional, overwhelming, and oh man the views! When Patrick said, "Olivia, you and I made it!!", I literally lost it!
I really believe in my heart that Everest is truly a god and not just a mountain only!
Easily the best documentary on Everest I've ever seen! You really managed to include the viewer on the adventure. Thank you and congratulations. Truly amazing work.
This guy really prepared like you should
This was one of the most in depth Everest docs I have ever watched. Excellent effing work man. I love the fact that both you and Patrick took the training and preparation seriously. Respect from Toronto.
this is an incredible documentary!! Thankyou for taking us on your journey xxx
You have some people like this guy who actually prepares for Everest, then you have those yahoos that are learning the basics of climbing while already on the mountain.
Well when 80 year old's can summit it cant be that hard with the same help as they get.
@@titter3648 Mentalities like this are the reason why people die on Everest lol.
@@off1918 No. It's mostly bad weather, waiting in lines, avalanches and just being unlucky and get a bad case of high altitude sickness. On a good day with good weather and good guides and sherpas and oxygen all the way almost anyone can do it.
@@titter3648
Almost anyone can do it!?
Thats Just false
The Problem is peoble believe that and just say, i have enough money lets try Everest would be cool to reach the summit.... And then they are dead
Yup it’s absolutely insane how people who have NEVER climbed a real mountain are just all “oh hey I really wana climb Everest. Let’s go!”
How egotistical and narcissistic do you have to be to think that just having tons of money qualifies you to climb Mount Everest... this has gotten so absolutely out of hand lately... these people put others lives at risk when these inexperienced climbers who think doing a week or 2 at base camp with some aclimitization hikes is considered “climbing experience.” These Sherpas don’t get paid enough as it is, now they’re gonna be responsible for rescuing idiots like this who have ZERO experience. It blows my mind that these people think what they’re doing is totally okay...
I have consumed all the mountaineering video content I can find in the past few months and this is definitely one of the best for detail and the experience. It would appear that climbing from the Tibetan side is much steeper than the Nepal side. I never had an inkling 40 years ago when I was 20 about climbing growing up in Southern Ontario but then we did not have the internet, TH-cam or even computers to learn of such endeavours. Thank you for taking me along. I must say for those who may climb in the future, if you wish to acclimatize to the cold just come and spend a Winter here in Winnipeg where it gets just as cold as the summit of Everest. Today is a balmy -10C with a -21C windchill and it still Autumn. Thank you for this great film.
Thanks for sharing your journey
I'm making a short film on K2 and was looking at videos from mountaineers who did 8k peaks. This one stood out, I feel alot of people who conquered everest didn't deserve it other than pay the fees and having Sherpas do all the work. You trained your ass off, which I think is the build up for the adrenaline rush you get from that summit. Grats on the feats and the film!
K2 are very Danger
His pre planning and diligent training is what grabbed me from the beginning. That shows so much responsibility (and respect for the Sherpas and his teammates).
I wanted to watch a 10 min video max... ended up watching the whole thing! After watching the Nims Purja documentary, this is a good follow-up inspiration. The dream is real.
Haha I just watched 14 peaks too, that made me interested in other climbing videos!
@@theimpaler2317 haha same here
Ive literally just done the same thing wtf lmao
@@davidjones-bh5xg looking at this video I was confused why he didn’t go straight up and would go back and forth from a lower camp to a higher camp, then I realized it’s for aclimatization. When you watch 14 peaks, you see Nims do most ascends in just one day or just one go. Only after watching this video seeing how a normal person usually climbs Peaks did I realize how great a climber Nims is to do all those mounts in one go!
@@theimpaler2317 Thanks. Was wondering why as well!
I've seen a lot of mountaineering docos over the years and just stumbled across this one. I certainly was not expecting something this good to have escaped my searches, what a nice blend of comedy, camp life, training structure and adventure- without the music being too overpowering, mostly. And long enough to really get in to it, I'll be using this as motivation towards a 6200m Himalayan trekking peak I'm attempting in September. Cheers 👍🙏
This is (BY FAR) the best and most complete documentary about Mt. Everest I’ve ever seen! Congratulations!
This was probably the most powerful video on Everest I have seen. As someone who is planning on attempting the Journey to the Himalayas to summit the top of the highest point on earth, I really appreciate you taking the time to make this for people like my self. I will definitely have this video on repeat as I train! Thank you!
You make it yet?
Did you do it this spring?
Good luck !
This was fantastic. Super kudos. May be the best documentary on hiking Everest
I will never climb mt. everest but I love watching videos and dreaming! this is a fantastic account, great music, great visuals, great focus on the climb and not as much on the interaction of everyone. I just love this thank you for sharing your adventure!!
Most excellent and perhaps most 'human' account of an Everest climb I've seen. So many films simply just gloss over important details of the how's and why's.
A fantastic documentary, by far the best Everest material online. What a journey and huge respect for the way you went about this.
I couldn’t put this down after starting it. Thank you for taking the time to put this together - it’s one of the best Everest documentaries out there! Also that Dave Matthews soundbit? Hilarious. Congrats!!!
One of the best Everest POV docs I’ve seen. Thanks
One of the best documentaries ab. Everest, period.
This video is one of if not the BEST video on Everest I think I've ever seen! The only thing I wish you would have done is shown a lot more of your descent. Like you said yourself, "Getting to the top is optional but Getting down is mandatory. " Reaching the summit is half of the journey and the descent is just as hard, it would have been nice to see how you handled it and gave us details just like you did throughout the entire video. With that said, still hands down on such a GREAT video!!! Congrats to you, Patrick and the rest of your team! 🎉
one of those videos where you can't afford to take your eye off for a second .. 'cos you'll miss some beautiful shot of incredible footage.
Amazing people .. a special breed ❤️
Impressive & inspiring! Boy, I feel lazy watching this. 😂
Me: "I can only begin to imagine how freezing cold it must be up there!"
The video: "The worst part of today's climb was the hot temperature"
And the temperature is probably just above 0 lol
This is what’s really shocked me ! I can’t equate it with the stories of frostbite and freezing to death
😂 😂 😂
I just loved how he concluded the documentary saying that u need be at ur best not only to summit but to got down from the summit, because climbing up is a choice, but going down is mandatory. Just fascinating ❤❤❤❤.
The best documentary of the Everest journey! 10/10
Bravo for completing your summit and producing a kick ass film.
Can't speak for anyone else, but Brendan, I've come back and watched this complete version of your expedition at least a half dozen times now. This after watching the individual episodes a bunch.
I have watched about 15 documentaries already within 10 days and I'm in love with mount everest. If there hadn't been Sherpas, the mountaineers would have not made it to the top with big number such as above 4000. Sherpas needs to be paid well and respected big time❤❤❤
Since you have watched so many Everest docs so far, did you feel Tibet side is little easier than Nepal’s side. I have watched many and I strongly believe Tibet side is easier. I don’t mean it’s easy for like me but for the mountaineers. 😂😂😂
I'm an artist, I don't know anything about climbing, but that is one amazing and informative documentary, thank you for it. Incredible editing, too.
Loved every second of this documentary truly. 💕💕 Although, I have to admit the moment that I really actually lost it was when Patrick said “Olivia, you and I made it!!!!!!” 😭❤️ so sweet
Thanks Jordan. I lost it too.
This is a great video (Doc) and gives me appreciation for what it takes to climb Everest. Wonderful movie
Absolutely the best film of one of the greatest adventures the world has to offer. At my age, it’s not an option so I can’t thank you enough for making it real!
absolute best of all the Everest vids! love the positive vibes!
I’ve seen a lot of Everest documentaries on TH-cam and this is the first time I feel I’m actually right there with you through the whole process. Well done. I only been to the base camp on Nepal side but scenery on China side is quite similar. Thanks for reminding me the great memories I had at the foothills of Everest. I will never forget it.
How did Michael Mathews perish with all of his mates around him, they must have forsaken him, I guess they had their reasons.
Hands down this is the most awesome Everest footage I have viewed and more importantly, from the start of a summit attempt all the way to the descent. Job well done guys and I highly recommend your doco to anyone who has even the slightest interest in the worlds highest mountain.
What a great documentary! 🥇🏆🎉 With the mostly sunny weather, blue sky and georgeous views, Mt. Everest appears kinda arkwardly calm and harmless - written from the warm safety of my sofa... 😁
I've never made it much above about 3.000 m altitude and are in no way a climber; but I'm fascinated watching films about this topic. It's unreal what the Sherpa people are capable of, but they live around there and are perfectly adjusted. So many tragedies happened, though; I really highly respect the wise decision of these 3 guys to turn around so close to the roof of the world, choosing life above summit fever! 👍
The ending however was surprisingly short, as I've learned that the descend is even more dangerous. (Just a shame with the littering, mainly on the Nepalese side of the mountain...)
This was the best start to finish Everest experience I had....on youtube😊
I can only mirror what others have already said: Up there with the best Everest climb docs there are! Equal parts humour and stress. I'd buy this , on BR if it were available.
This was fantastic. It is one of the first documentaries I have seen that goes through training, to preparation at base camp, to the climb. Well done!
Literally, the most motivational and detailed climbing videos of Everest I found. Hats off ✨
This documentary has given me insight into what it takes to prepare for an Everest climb like no other documentary or book I’ve ever seen or read! Thank you so much !! really well done! You’re a charming Host to this amazing land…
I just started climbing and was very impressed with the efforts of the professionals 😮
THE BEST
This is called dream, prepare and achieve..Not like some climbers who go without proper preparation and be hazardous to self, organisers and fellow climbers . Of all the Mt everest videos I have watched this is the only video which gave optimistic vibes straight through. Well done
I have seen them all and this is absolutely the best and most realistic everest climbing documentation. By far!!!!!!
This is in the upper quartile of the top quartile of all the mountaineering accounts of Everest I have seen. I'm stunned at how good it was. I was making the journey with you guys and felt a positive energy the whole way up, back down, back up, back down....well, you get the idea. Thanks so much for sharing this wacky mission of climbing until you can't climb any higher. Remember this, Work hard, climb hard, and play hard.
This video is so much more detailed than many of the other mountaineering expedition videos I watch. I’m not talking about the length either. Thank you for a realistic and detailed experience.