#213 Pierre Carter and Into Thin Air
Pierre flying off EverestSouth African pilot and adventurer Pierre Carter has been at this game for a very long time, and he hasn’t wasted any time chasing thin air dreams. Pierre has been knocking off the world’s seven summits for nearly 20 years (some of them several times), and has flown off all but Denali (because it’s illegal) and has only Antarcticas Mt Vinson remaining. In between his efforts to summit and fly off the worlds highest peaks (including Carstensz Pyramid in Papua New Guinea) Pierre competed in the Red Bull X-Alps three times, organized the X-Berg hike and fly race in South Africa and most recently had a bit of an epic in Pakistan. Come along for an amazing ride with a very special gentleman. Everest
Flying off Kilimanjaro
PeruTakeaways* Pierre Carr has a passion for paragliding and mountaineering, which has defined his life and career.
* Flying off the Seven Summits is a challenging and rewarding adventure that requires permission and careful planning.
* The Red Bull X-Alps is a thrilling race that combines paragliding and hiking across the Alps.
* Flying off mountains like Kilimanjaro and Denali requires skill, experience, and favorable weather conditions. Flying in the Dolomites can be challenging and requires knowledge of the area.
* Food poisoning can have a significant impact on performance in the X-Alps.
* Support teams play a crucial role in the success of athletes in the X-Alps.
* Knowing the Alps well is essential for navigating the X-Alps effectively.
* Knee replacement surgery can improve mobility and allow for continued adventure.
* The Red Rocks race and the X-Berg Challenge offer unique and exciting opportunities for paragliding and adventure sports.
* Climbing Denali and Carstensz Pyramid are challenging and rewarding mountaineering experiences. Flying in Papua New Guinea can be challenging due to difficult terrain and unpredictable weather conditions.
* Obtaining a permit to fly off Mount Everest is a complex process, but it opens up the opportunity for a unique and iconic flight.
* Flying off Mount Everest is a surreal and emotional experience, despite the short duration of the flight.
* Pierre has future plans to climb and fly off Mount Vincent, as well as other 8,000-meter peaks. Methodical review helps in organizing and understanding the content of a conversation.
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* Creating fewer, more expansive chapters enhances the listener experience.Chapters00:00Introduction and Appreciation01:48Early Years and Introduction to Paragliding04:27Career and Seven Summits06:36Paragliding as an Ascent Tool10:29Denali and Flying Restrictions13:05Flying off Kilimanjaro15:00First Three Summits: Elbrus, Aconcagua, Kilimanjaro23:00Red Bull X-Alps 200929:00Crash Landing and Injury32:14Flying off Kilimanjaro and Red Bull X-Alps 201134:50Adventure in the Dolomites36:20Falling asleep in the air37:19Food poisoning in the X-Alps38:43The role of support teams in the X-Alps39:36Different strategies in the X-Alps40:03The challenges of the X-Alps41:06Goals in the X-Alps41:34The importance ...