In episode 16 of the Everesting Podcast, we take a look at some important and interesting records and statistics from the Everesting Challenge. What’s the fastest, shortest, farthest? Which country has seen the most entires into the Everesting Hall of Fame? We’re going to dig into all of that, on the hardest climbing challenge in the world.

Chris Gambs is a cyclist from the UK, who is organizing an attempt to break the world record for the most Everestings completed by a group. The current record stands at 54 (done by a group in Norway), and Chris and his group are hoping to have 100 people make their attempt in July 2022. If you’d like to join the ride (they have limited spaces still available), visit https://velo29events.com/races/everest-group-record/

Jono Egan is an ultra endurance cyclist from Australia, who has completed a record (by far) 137 Everestings. In addition to that incredible amount of Everestings, Jono routinely completes ultra distance rides, and consistently raises funds for charity at the same time. This episode is a bittersweet one; just a few days after recording, Jono had an accident (while Everesting, of course), and broke his femur. Jono has assured us that he’s on the mend, but please reach out and send your well wishes and healing vibes! Get better soon Jono.

Illi Gardner is the women’s Everesting World Record holder. In August 2021 she set a new women's world Everesting record of 8 hours 33 minutes and 47 seconds, beating Emma Pooley's 2020 record by almost 20 minutes by riding up and down Bwlch y Groes 72 times. Illi tells us about the ride, gear choices and if she’ll make another attempt.

Guy Townsend (better know in cycling circles as Sir Guy Litespeed) is an ultra endurance cyclist and self-described ‘serial Everester’. Guy shares with us some of his incredible cycling background, as well as some details of his 11 Everestings. Learn more about Guy and follow along with his adventures at https://www.sirguylitespeed.com

Alan Colville is an ultra endurance cyclist and the Guinness Record Holder for the most elevation cycled in 48 hours, when he covered 620 kilometres and over 30,000 metres. Alan shares that story as well as his other Everesting adventures and more.

Tyrone Siglos is a bike courier from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. For most people, completing just one Everesting would stand as the pinnacle of their athletic achievements. Tyrone is one of a very few Hells500 crew who have claimed the unbelievable Triple Everesting badge. Tyrone tells us about the Vancouver Triple Crown, and how he used it’s three mountains to complete his epic ride, covering 27,000 metres of climbing and over 800 kilometres. You can check it in the Everesting Hall of Fame here; https://everesting.cc/hall-of-fame/.

Rebecca Rusch is a Professional Athlete, 7 time World Champion, Mountain Bike Hall of Famer, Author of Rusch To Glory, Emmy Award Winner and founder of the Be Good Foundation. We hear about Rebecca’s Giddy Up Challenge, Which included participants climbing over 10 million feet and raising over $130,000 for COVID-19 relief! Learn more about Rebecca and the challenge at https://www.rebeccarusch.com

Alpine Everesting is a team of endurance athletes committed to raising money for cancer research, support and prevention through epic cycling adventures. In January 2022, they plan to ride 500kms in 2 days to reach 10000m elevation in the Victorian High Country to complete and Everesting 10K ROAM. We’re joined by Elly and Bec to hear about their ride plan and the great cause they’re supporting. You can learn more and support Alpine Everesting towards their goal at https://www.alpineeveresting.com.au/#/

Mark Jensen of Race Republic and Floyd Landis of Floyd’s of Leadville join us to discuss the Race Republic Everest Climb taking place on December 31st 2021. Race Republic have created a photo realistic virtual race route on Mount Everest, which you can race over 50 miles (80 kilometres) at 12% gradient, or 100 miles at 6% gradient (with no descending). Check out the incredible preview video at https://racerepublic.com/blog/PreviewVideo