Powerlifter climbs Mt. Elbrus with 75 kg barbell strapped to his back

[B the Hiker]

Well, the headline say it all!
http://www.odditycentral.com/news/r...rus-with-75-kilogram-barbell-on-his-back.html

Brian

 

[bignslow]

Quite a feat of strength, but his leave no trace ethics do require a bit of improvement

 

[B the Hiker]

Quite a feat of strength, but his leave no trace ethics do require a bit of improvement

I'm assuming he carried it back down!

 

[sdways01]

I'm assuming he carried it back down!

Unfortunately, no. From the last paragraph of the article.... "The bar he carried has been installed at the top of Mount Elbrus, as a monument to his incredible feat."

 

[BISCUT]

Unfortunately, no. From the last paragraph of the article.... "The bar he carried has been installed at the top of Mount Elbrus, as a monument to his incredible feat."

I agree....unfortunately it is a monument??? Damn, that is bizarre and IMHO just doesn't belong.

 

[jniehof]

I agree....unfortunately it is a monument???

I think in the sense of "In the authority invested in me by me, I hereby establish this monument to me, because I am awesome."

 

[John in NH]

Thanks for sharing this story Brian. I got a kick out of it. And to think I am doing anything to keep weight off my back while hiking. I won't even bring toothbrushing stuff if its just a one night backpack.

As for the LNT outcry here--I suppose anyone is welcome to carry the barbell out. Or try your luck dealing with Putin.