2018 K2 Winter Expedition

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:expedition
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:K2
gptkbp:challenges avalanche risk
limited supplies
high altitude sickness
gptkbp:climb_rate gptkb:Abruzzi_Spur
gptkb:Sirdar_Pasang_Kaji_Sherpa
gptkb:Mingma_Gyalje_Sherpa
gptkb:Nirmal_Purja
winter
harsh conditions
experienced climbers
strategic planning required
alpine style
technical climbing sections
high-altitude gear
state-of-the-art gear
required permits obtained
challenging route
part of K2 climbing history
celebrated in climbing community
discussed in climbing ethics
notable success in winter climbing.
obtained from authorities
gptkbp:community_impact viral on social media
gptkbp:date gptkb:2018
gptkbp:developer extensive training prior
gptkbp:duration approximately 2 months
gptkbp:environmental_impact impact on local environment
gptkbp:first_ascent gptkb:Sirdar_Pasang_Kaji_Sherpa
gptkb:Mingma_Gyalje_Sherpa
gptkb:Nirmal_Purja
broke several climbing records
multiple summit attempts made
gptkbp:goal summit K2 in winter
gptkbp:highest_point January 16, 2018
3 climbers reached summit
final summit push was critical
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label 2018 K2 Winter Expedition
gptkbp:is_explored_in set a precedent for future expeditions
gptkbp:is_involved_in multiple Sherpas
gptkbp:legacy inspired future expeditions
gptkbp:location gptkb:K2
gptkbp:media_coverage extensive
gptkbp:members 10 climbers
gptkbp:notable_recordings first winter ascent of an 8000m peak
gptkbp:outcome first winter ascent of K2
gptkbp:receives_funding_from crowdfunding
gptkbp:safety_features extensive planning
gptkbp:scenic_views mountaineering
analyzed by experts
documentary made
gptkbp:significance historic achievement
gptkbp:sponsor various sponsors
gptkbp:supports local guides
gptkbp:team gptkb:Nirmal_Purja
strong teamwork
international team
gptkbp:training gptkb:K2_Base_Camp
gptkbp:weather_conditions extreme cold