https://outdoors.codidact.com/categories/5/tags/400.rssNew Posts Tagged 'high-altitude' - OutdoorsOutdoors - Codidact2020-02-23T21:15:24Zhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41763Climbing Mount Teide from sea-levelcluonshttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/177632013-11-16T10:52:17Z2020-02-23T21:15:24Z<p>Is it possible to climb Mount Teide from sea-level in 2 days for a reasonably fit person? Essentially, I was thinking of walking up to the Altavista mountain refuge on the first day (can that be...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/59922Risk of category three sunglasses when skiingdavid_adlerhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/324682019-12-15T18:22:18Z2019-12-16T17:49:44Z<p>I am going skiing for one to three days next week. I have some category three sunglasses I am planning to use instead of goggles. Long term I would definitely use goggles but for just a few days...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/47603For how long afterwards do we benefit from acclimatization?Willshttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/173072014-12-28T01:39:27Z2019-09-16T02:26:26Z<p>Consider we are trying to pre-acclimate for an expedition in Himalaya to shorten the actual timespan on site.</p>
<p>As an example, I am expecting a benefit if I go in the Alps for several days...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/56622Climbing Mt. Kazbek - Hiring a Guide from the Meteo Stationuser15803https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/294572018-06-03T11:36:26Z2019-08-25T19:51:20Z<p>I am planning to climb <a href="https://www.summitpost.org/mount-kazbek/154019" rel="nofollow noreferrer">Mt. Kazbek</a>, from the Georgian side, in August, but I am not really keen on the idea ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/39583Is there really no way to rescue a climber from the death zone?user1721135https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/183642019-02-27T20:55:29Z2019-06-24T14:13:02Z<p>I have watched many documentaries about accidents on Everest and what I learned is, that it is impossible to rescue anybody from the death zone. It is simply too hard for the sherpas, or anybody...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/59038Is there any evidence that the small canisters (10 liters) of 95% oxygen actually help with altitude sickness?Charlie Brumbaughhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/81632019-06-21T17:23:55Z2019-06-22T12:33:46Z<p>In Colorado outdoor stores its not uncommon to see these <a href="https://www.rei.com/product/144881/boost-oxygen-canister-10-liters" rel="noreferrer">small canisters of 95% percent oxygen</a> t...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/57690Is there evidence to support or refute the hypothesis that frequent trips to high altitude aid acclimatization?ab2 MonicaNotForgottenhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171462018-10-23T00:13:31Z2019-01-23T08:40:29Z<p>Many years ago, I was reading a book in which the <a href="https://www.chamonix-guides.com/en/history" rel="noreferrer">Chamonix guides</a> of the 1940s and 1950s were featured. It could have p...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/56859Does body need to re-acclimatize after a few days out of altitude?Gary Rudmanhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/296302018-07-04T21:28:16Z2018-09-04T06:22:55Z<p>We will be in Peru visiting Machu Pichu (altitude 7,972 ft or 2,430 m). Then we'll go down to the jungle (essentially sea level) for 4 days and then to Cuzco (altitude 11,152 feet or 3,399 meter...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/56887What is the impact/risks of high altitude walking on individuals suffering from High Blood Pressure?Venture2099https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172762018-07-10T10:42:59Z2018-07-12T09:05:54Z<p>Setting aside the benefits of cardiocavascular exercise in general, what are the risks to hikers/climbers with high blood pressure at various altitudes? </p>
<p>Is there an upper ceilling/thre...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/56704Is there any measurable effect on acclimatization rate for people living in middle mountains?Danubian Sailorhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/1222018-06-14T17:26:24Z2018-06-18T17:32:31Z<p>Do people living in middle mountains (500-1000 m.asl) have any measurable advantage against lowlanders when it comes to acclimatization? </p>
<p>Are there measurable differences in blood cells ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/42418What are some proven methods of training for week long backpacking trips at high altitude?Justin Selfhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/173812012-01-26T04:49:21Z2018-06-08T05:21:59Z<p>I'm going to Colorado to visit a friend and we will be going on a week long trek across a couple of 14'ners. I'm looking for some ways to help prepare my body for trip.</p>
https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/56589Is altitude tent helpful in preparation for climbing 7000-8000m mountains?user1209304https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/258332018-05-31T11:29:16Z2018-05-31T18:08:21Z<p>Climbing extremely high mountains requires a long time (weeks together) to acclimatisation to the altitude.
Is it possible to reduce this time by adding sleeping in <a href="https://en.wikipedia...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/56499Can I use ear plugs while ascending or descending a mountain?Myra Walkerhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/293712018-05-21T05:44:09Z2018-05-22T18:53:45Z<p>Can I use ear plugs to block out noise or will my ears need to pop because of the altitude? I don’t want to get sick by using the ear plugs.</p>
https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/45332Suitable Food for moderate to High altitude trekkingWedaPashihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172002013-10-15T04:58:51Z2018-03-22T21:29:19Z<p>I am preparing for an expedition which is going to be in Mid-July next year.</p>
<p>I am quite aware about the level of physical fitness that we require for such a trek, and I am preparing for ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/55834What are the possible risks of exercising at high altitudes?Ricketyshiphttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171092018-02-28T12:10:14Z2018-03-08T05:28:23Z<p>Are there any possible risks of exercising (body weight, calisthenics only) at high altitudes? I'm talking of altitudes above 4500m. The whole premise is not to lose muscle mass.</p>
<p>Backgro...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/53264Is it normal for a compass to develop an air bubble at high altitude?jsf80238https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/175482017-01-31T00:49:26Z2018-02-19T05:46:21Z<p>I live in Denver, Colorado. Going above 10,000 ft. (3,000 metre) always results in an air bubble large enough for me to want to tilt the compass to prevent the bubble from interfering with the ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/43244A little bit of acclimatisation or no acclimatisation at all?RoflcoptrExceptionhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/173772012-04-26T22:02:00Z2017-12-30T05:47:51Z<p>This summer I'm planning to mount my first 4000 m mountain in Switzerland. So far I only got around 3300 meters while hiking and had no problems. However 4000 meter an above is definitively a di...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/55448Is acute mountain sickness repeatable?user1209304https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/258332017-12-21T13:31:08Z2017-12-22T12:53:59Z<p>Several month ago me and my climbing partner were climbing a mountain over 7000m. In first few day my climbing partner got AMS. It was high-altitude pulmonary edema (he felt very bad, he had str...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/45540Are headaches a bad sign at altitude?theJollySinhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/174012013-12-18T18:26:37Z2017-12-20T06:02:23Z<p>Last weekend, we had a nice hike up Price Peak in the Sierras.</p>
<p>We went from sea level to above 10,000 feet (3,000 m) in about 6 hours. And I had a <em>ROARING</em> headache. I could hear...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/49464How do you diagnose severe altitude illness?Ben Crowellhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/52592015-10-18T03:49:43Z2017-12-20T06:02:00Z<p>If someone is feeling bad at high altitude, how do you tell if their condition is so severe that it threatens their life unless they descend immediately?</p>
https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/46635Altitude sickness when going from sea level to 14,000 ft (4,200m) in a single dayRoddy of the Frozen Peashttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/219772014-08-01T19:05:34Z2017-12-20T06:00:55Z<p>My sister lives at sea level -- Baltimore and Chicago. She is coming to visit me in Denver (5280 ft or 1600m). She wishes to climb Mt Bierstadt (14,065 ft or 4200m) the same day she arrives.</p>...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/51369Can you pre-identify the risk of severe Altitude sickness?James Jenkinshttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/363322016-05-23T13:24:38Z2017-12-20T06:00:46Z<p>This BBC news article <a href="http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-36355920" rel="nofollow noreferrer"><strong>Mount Everest: Altitude sickness claims third death in four days</strong></a> caught...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/39907What can I do to prevent altitude sickness?Reverend Gonzohttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/62012-01-24T20:13:56Z2017-12-20T06:00:39Z<p>I will be going above 15000 feet (4500 meters) on a trip next month, and I've heard people will often get altitude sickness. Is there anything I can do beforehand to prevent sickness or take whi...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/49477Case example on Altitude Mountain Sickness: How to detect and react properly?Willshttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/173072015-10-19T15:06:48Z2017-12-20T05:59:49Z<p>I know the theory behind effects of high altitudes on the human body is not entirely understood and because of cross-influence it is a difficult topic. It's not an exact science.</p>
<p>Having ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/40557Can overexertion cause AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness)?Ricketyshiphttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171092017-05-19T11:05:47Z2017-12-20T05:59:39Z<p>Recently I did a trek in the Himalayan region and one of the group members was affected by what we believed was AMS at around 4600m.
We had to evacuate the person from there and get to around 4...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/45550Does low blood pressure have an effect on Acute Mountain Sickness?Ricketyshiphttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171092013-12-20T07:05:29Z2017-12-20T05:59:32Z<p>This question in some ways is related to <a href="https://outdoors.stackexchange.com/questions/5014/are-headaches-a-bad-sign-at-altitude">this</a> question asked by JollySin.</p>
<p>When I did ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41615What would be a safe ascent rate when mountaineering?Reverend Gonzohttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/62012-01-25T15:08:25Z2017-12-20T05:55:57Z<p>I'm training to climb large mountains. What kind of ascent should I train for at altitude. Let's say above 12000 feet and carrying up to 60 lbs?</p>
https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/53633Does the altitude you live at influence the time required for acclimatization?HenricFhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/266012017-02-28T04:59:06Z2017-12-20T05:55:43Z<p>Let's say that two persons are going to attempt to climb a mountain that is 6 000 metres high. These persons are equal in every way, except that one lives at sea level and one lives at 2 500 met...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/54409What is the lowest altitude where the effect of lack of acclimatization can be observed?Danubian Sailorhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/1222017-06-24T20:33:32Z2017-12-20T05:55:36Z<p>What is the lowest altitude where the effect of lack of acclimatization can be observed?</p>
<p>I've heard that generally we speak about the need for acclimatization over 3000 meters (9800 feet...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/52659Why would people descend to sleep while acclimatizing?jsf80238https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/175482016-11-17T02:49:05Z2017-12-16T22:15:43Z<p>I am watching <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgqaZRCcJl4" rel="nofollow noreferrer">a video</a> about a climb of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Annapurna_Massif" rel="nofollow ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/51564Is there a breathing technique to conserve bottled oxygen?WedaPashihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172002016-06-20T16:43:01Z2017-12-16T21:02:47Z<p>We all know when people run out of O<sub>2</sub> up there, trouble follows.
Is there a breathing technique to get more mileage out of bottled oxygen?</p>
<p>Let's stick to the basic scenario o...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41614Does drinking alcohol cause problems at altitude?Reverend Gonzohttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/62012-01-25T15:06:57Z2017-12-15T04:37:20Z<p>If I'm going to be climbing a mountain, would drinking a small amount at altitude have any negative effects (besides general alcohol effects)?</p>
https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/46232Does drinking tea cause problems at altitude?ALHhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/175742014-06-07T14:07:27Z2017-12-15T04:34:44Z<p>I've heard from a tour leader that you shouldn't drink tea in high altitude because it makes you thirsty and cause problem in blood circulation. Is this true? Should'nt we drink tea in high alti...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41857Managing the garbage over a lengthy trek at higher altitudesWedaPashihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172002014-09-23T09:16:11Z2017-12-10T00:36:00Z<p>Following the thread about Everest Base Camp related questions, its almost a globally known fact that the Everest Base Camp is very much crowded and consequently very much into garbage disposal ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/47951High Altitude Cooking - Most efficient fuel and stove typeCitizenhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/226422015-02-28T18:35:30Z2017-11-21T17:38:14Z<p>We are planning a hike that will have us above the tree line for several days. I am interested in recommendations regarding stove and fuel types under the reduced oxygen constraints as well as ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/55186Can you get permanent brain damage by spending a day at 10,000ft (~3000m) altitude?Todor Petrovhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/281432017-10-28T15:36:17Z2017-10-29T17:00:10Z<p>I read some articles that suggested that even moderately high altitudes can lead to some irreversible brain damage. Thus, I was wondering whether that is actually possible and what is its likeli...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/40524Should one remove their boots in an emergency bivvy situation?ldgormanhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/177272017-05-15T08:49:40Z2017-05-16T08:29:59Z<p>Is there an argument for removing your boots to prevent frostbitten toes. Lets say you are at 4000m in the winter in a snow cave with no sleeping bag and frostbite is probable, but death is unli...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/53659Has Joe Simpson ever explained why he did not cut the rope himself?RoyChttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/266332017-03-05T16:19:39Z2017-03-06T20:14:51Z<p>I have just watched the docudrama "Touching the void" for the umpteenth time. I am a climber and mountaineer and have a great deal of respect for Simon Yates and his efforts to save Joe Simpson ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/53474How can people survive really cold nights outside with minimal equipment?Sophiahttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/264912017-02-15T21:17:28Z2017-02-17T06:31:05Z<p>There are people who had to survive one or more nights in altitudes above 7000 m at temperatures far below zero, without tent, sometimes without sleeping bag or even a proper jacket. Some exampl...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/47300What are the real dangers of climbing at high altitude?ShemSegerhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171282014-11-09T00:54:00Z2017-02-08T15:46:06Z<p>I had a campfire discussion not long ago with a man that got pulmonary edema while attempting the summit of Aconcagua, and we got into the discussion of the effects of high elevation. I had alwa...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/53001What affects the acclimatization process?Denny Sutedjahttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/261372016-12-29T04:08:15Z2016-12-29T09:53:06Z<p>We know we need "Climb High and Sleep low" to prevent Altitude Sickness.</p>
<p>Now the question is what can affect the acclimatization process?</p>
<p>Example: </p>
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<li><p>Bring luggage...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/52567Acclimatization QuestionAnne Kairishttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/257352016-10-26T18:33:50Z2016-10-26T21:34:26Z<p>While climbing Killi (<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Kilimanjaro">Mount Kilimanjaro</a>), we were reminded to drink constantly until we reach the summit.</p>
<p>I noticed that whe...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/45553Walking through a Thigh-high snowWedaPashihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172002013-12-21T07:45:20Z2016-09-12T01:07:00Z<p>I have far less experience in trekking where there is snow. I believe walking through snow and through ice are two different techniques. </p>
<p>Is there some sort of safe technique to walk on...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/46966Why is it unsafe to handle metallic equipment with bare hand at higher altitude?WedaPashihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172002014-09-09T08:14:08Z2016-07-04T17:03:58Z<p>I have seen a few documentaries where the high altitude mountaineers constantly keep the hand-gloves ON.<br>
Is it really because handling the metallic equipment with bare hands can cause a Fros...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/49460Acclimitization: Would 20 min at an "oxygen bar" deliver more than an ephermal boost to a healthy person?ab2 MonicaNotForgottenhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171462015-10-16T19:31:18Z2016-06-30T13:39:16Z<p>My last trip was just a hiking trip, so I stayed at a hotel. For $35, the hotel offered 20 min at their "oxygen bar". I was tempted, but did not succumb. I didn't have a headache, or feel nau...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/45266Venomous/Semi-Venoumous Snakes at Higher AltitudesWedaPashihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172002013-09-27T05:06:21Z2016-04-04T06:20:44Z<p>When we camp in rainforests or even country side forest, we are supposed to be very careful about Reptiles, especially Snakes. In India out of the many venomous snakes, I have found Pit Vipers t...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/45693How to begin in alpine toursWillshttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/173072014-01-22T18:01:17Z2016-02-14T13:33:22Z<p>I know it's probably too risky to make alpine tours alone, especially when you go over glaciers. I joined <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/German_Alpine_Club" rel="nofollow">DAV</a> to be i...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/40326What do mountaineers eat and drink on the day of an Everest summit?WW.https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172362015-09-21T01:15:27Z2015-12-22T06:50:25Z<p>I was watching <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2719848/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1">Everest (2015)</a> on the weekend and was wondering what the mountaineers do for sustenance on the day they attempt ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/48385Properly using a Gamow BagWedaPashihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172002015-05-29T07:26:48Z2015-10-20T04:36:51Z<p>I was just informed that our group is going to have a Gam-off, technically known as a <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamow_bag" rel="nofollow">Gamow Bag</a>.</p>
<p>While I have never s...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/40411What makes certain mountains more dangerous than others?soph-ehttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/197792014-09-16T04:02:28Z2015-10-19T11:10:14Z<p>Why do mountains like K2, Nanga Parbat and Annapurna (36 successful attempts, 47 failed) have higher fatality rates than, say, Everest or Cho Oyu (79 successful attempts, 28 failed)? <a href="ht...