Forget Everest: These Solo Adventures Are Even More Extreme

Jost kobusch during his first attempt to solo everest; (photo/ terragraphy) on the last part of the climb, kobusch left his tent at 6,800 m, progressed to 7,537 m, and then quickly. Everest may be the world's tallest peak, but it's easier to summit than other smaller mountains, like the seven second summits. Three professional mountaineers explain why. But even experienced trekkers need to be ready for.

We are burdened with guilt for time away from family, careers, and responsibilities. There is a lack of. But beyond being an extreme adventure playground, there is a growing tension at the heart of everest. Reports emerge each season of overcrowding at the summit and plastic pollution.