The Discovery Channel is back with another great show that aims to push the limit of your tv viewing experience. On Tuesday Oct. 30th catch the premiere of Everest 2 : Beyond the Limit.
Episode 1 “Dream Chasers” - Synopsis :
Everest has killed more than 200 people, yet nothing will stop amateur climbers from risking their lives to conquer it. Discovery Channel returns to Everest for another climbing season with legendary expedition leader Russell Brice and a new team of daring men and women. High resolution cameras capture the action as the climbers and an elite team of Sherpas attempt an early summit. Back at camp, Russell realizes that he’ll have his work cut out for him in preparing this year’s team for the climb of their lives. Meanwhile the climbers realize the true dangers that lie ahead when they witness two professional climbers fighting for their lives in the Death Zone.
Meet the Everest 2 Team:
- Russell Brice - Expedition Leader, Himalayan Experience (New Zealand)
- Rod Baber - Climber (England)
- Betsy Huelskamp - Climber (California, USA)
- Mogens Jensen - Climber (Denmark)
- Tim Medvetz - Climber (California, USA)
- Monica Piris - Expedition Doctor (England)
- David Tait - Climber (England)
- Phurba Tashi - Sherpa
- Darius Vaiciulis - Climber (Lithuania)
- Katsusuke Yanagisawa - Climber (Japan)
- Fred Ziel - Climber (California, USA)
Everest 2 : Beyond the Limit premieres Tuesday, October 30 at 10-11 PM.
