Norwegian woman and professional skier, Kristin Harila has climbed the world’s 14 highest mountain peaks in three months and one day, the fastest recorded ascent.
Harila’s climb is not without controversy, reports the Guardian. Sherpa Mingma G criticised her Manaslu climb (The eighth highest mountain in the world) for ‘her team’s apparent heavy reliance on helicopters to stock camps on the mountain before her successful ascent.’
Osprey, her sponsor announced her success on her final peak. ‘At approximately 10:45 am today Kristin and her dedicated climbing partner, Tenjin ‘Lama’ Sherpa, reached the final summit, K2 in Pakistan, and with that successfully reached the summits of 14 mountains towering above 8 000 metres in a phenomenal world record time of just three months and one day (92 days).
‘With this incredible achievement Kristin has set a new benchmark in mountaineering history and secured her status as an exceptional trailblazer in the field. Her achievement serves as an inspiration to adventurers and mountaineers around the globe, proving that with dedication and resilience, extraordinary heights can be reached.
‘Harila and Lama’s collaboration has showcased the essence of mountaineering unity, transcending borders and cultures to achieve greatness together. As Kristin and Lama return triumphant from this historic journey, they express their gratitude to their supporters worldwide, and the mountaineering community for their unwavering encouragement and belief in the quest.’
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Originally published in Getaway Magazine.
