Hacks for the Most Dangerous Night of Your Life
Summit night is the climax of any Mount Everest expedition. It is a world of darkness, ice, and intense cold. Survival depends on small, smart decisions made under pressure near the Mount Everest summit.
Never leave your tent at night in the Death Zone. Using a pee bottle avoids the risk of frostbite and saves precious energy needed for the Mount Everest summit push the next morning.
Your breath can freeze the oxygen mask valve. Mount Everest expedition climbers must constantly check for ice buildup to ensure a steady flow of air on the ridge.
Summit night is 80% mental. Carrying a small memento or repeating a mantra helps focus the mind when your body wants to quit just short of the Mount Everest summit.
Surviving the night is the bridge to seeing the sunrise from the top. It is the most rewarding challenge of any Mount Everest expedition.
