36 HOURS TO CLIMB THE WORLD'S TALLEST MOUNTAIN

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Episode 796 | Stratton, Vermont | Filmed Oct 15, 2021

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[marcelladacey]

This looks like one of the best organized events I've seen. The volunteers are so positive! Thanks for bringing these kind of happenings to the rest of us!

[Emma-fzel]

Im not gonna lie... I totally teared up when Kara jumped on Nate's back at the finish line. Such a sweet and symbolic moment of completing something so huge together as a team. This is now one of my favourite vlogs and I've been watching for years

[rothoveb]

I had tears in my eyes when you completed the challenge and Kara was getting emotional. It is funny how close you can feel to people that you've never met in real life and how proud you can feel of them for pushing themselves so that they find out how strong they really are. Nate mentioned the mountain biking in Colorado as the first time attempting something that he didn't feel he could finish but I think Kara also found that she was also capable of so much more than she thought during that challenge; driving the van on her on and being an amazing support system for Nate by taking care of EVERYTHING else so that he could achieve something amazing. Most boundaries are self-imposed and you both are so inspirational and constantly show all of us what incredible experiences lie just on the other side of those supposed boundaries.

[lauracrowley]

Colleen is the very best "announcer". She announced The Grand Circle Trailfest event I did a couple years ago. She always made some personal comment every time she would see our group over the three day period. Loved seeing her again. You both are such an inspiration to me to continue to pursue hard but fun challenges. Way to go on this incredibly challenging event.

[AksharaTalks]

This was so hard-core! It was intense, raw and just WHOA!! I teared up when Kara put on the hat and cried! Wow. You guys are amazing and inspire me to live my best life ❤️❤️ sending you guys lots of warm hugs and wishes

[breannarg]

Not me crying when y’all crossed the finish line like I was there with you. You guys inspire me so
Much. I hope one day of you come to NYC I can thank you for all you do just by moving forward

[akossarfo-kantanka]

“What do we do now?” -Kara
Is the most relatable moment ever, totally cried happy tears for y’all as someone who can’t even run a mile haha ❤️

[leahpettit]

Kara crying and saying "what do we do now?" = most relatable endurance finish ever. 😂😂

[kenfreeman]

It took me 3 years to climb the height of Mt. Everest, according to my Fitbit. I'm working on my second climb. I'm hoping to make it somewhere in between 24 hours and 3 years this time. I'm inspired by this video. Today I bought a set of walking sticks and hiked a hill nearby. Kara and Nate's climbs were 1750 feet in an hour. I made 500 feet in an hour, but only part of the hike was steep. I need to find bigger hills and get to work.

[hlrapoza]

2 years later, this is still my favorite video! Love the way you both love and support each other :)

[mmarr]

I was in tears when you guys finally walked the red carpet. I felt so much happiness, pride and relief for you. Kara's positive energy coupled with Nate's tenacity and drive are very heart warming. You guys encourage each other to achieve your goals and in the process provide inspiration to those of us who struggle to get out of bed sometimes, giving us hope that we too can overcome our looming challenges. Thank you!! You guys are amazing!!!! ❤️

[makeupbykendall]

“My future self loves past pain” -Kara 😭😭😭😭 LOVEEEE IT! So proud of you So awesome to see y’all accomplish that together!

[jaimeknoble]

"Are we gonna freeze to death tonight?"
"No, because we can snuggle!"
You two are so cute moving your cots together.
"Look at you! You are HAPPY happy!" I love Kara's joy and enthusiasm. And yay for Nate's waffles!
Colleen "Worlds Best Hype Girl" was hilarious! She seems like so much fun!
Hey, a big bonus, since you're burning so many calories with that hiking, those snacks you get to try won't stick to your butts, lol. That tub of Ben and Jerry's and the disco gondola looked so good.
I adore the hype and party vibe of the summit each time you make it to the top. The music and the fun atmosphere and the volunteers cheering you on seems like a good way to achieve that little extra boost.
"Future me loves past pain" is a great mantra, just lets you remember that when this is all over, you will remember the amazing memories and experiences and achievements more than the exhaustion it took to get there. I will try this when I'm feeling down.
I am so proud of both of you for finishing this entire trek together, you deserve the hell out of that red carpet and those red hats! I can feel Kara's relief and exhaustion and accomplishment in those tears!

[aashutosh]

Being totally honest, i found your channel when i was watching Van Conversion videos day in and day out... But then i watched your Everest Base Camp Trek last year during Lockdowns and from then You two are kind of Nomads with most adventurous souls for me.

And honestly this is only the second video i watched on your channel for the title and my god.. you guys have killed this yet again.

So so so proud of you two. Sending you loads and loads of ❤️❤️❤️ and wishes. Love you guys. Love from India. ❤️

[jackiedavis]

Seeing you guys get to the top, and seeing Kara so emotional, made my eyes leak! Congratulations you guys, you’re both amazing ❤️❤️

[gavinrea]

You guys have such a good contrast of content from vanlife to extreme challenges you guys are doing great!

[jasonbennit]

I've absolutely been loving your guys' videos this past year touring the US. Everything from the Colorado trail bike trip to 24 hours in new locations to Ragbrai, its been so entertaining to watch you explore the country and do these physical challenges in new places!

[briancouture]

Love all the physical challenges lately. Strong work Kara and Nate!

[KevinBein]

That was so inspiring, I just love seeing you two persevere and take on these crazy challenges. Also I may have to borrow that motto from Kara. "Future me loves past pain" It's not perfect but I get what you mean and I have that same feeling when I look back at the things that I have accomplished even though they seemed impossible at the time... And to be fair I have also never climbed mount Everest in a monsoon. Great work guys!

[jordanmccarthy]

WOW! SO impressive! I had tears in my eyes as you summited the final lap. You guys are so inspiring.