Mike and Steve Marolt has Skied from 8000 meters, but can they Ski from the top of Everest ?

Mike Marolt is recognized as one of the world's best extreme skiers. Mike along with his twin brother Steve, lead and became the first Americans (first from the western hemisphere) to climb and ski from 8,000 meters on Shiha. They also climbed and skied from 7600 on Everest’s north ridge, becoming the second people ever to ski the line (behind Kammerlander.)  Mike and Steve, both CPA's, became the first Americans to ski from the death zone on the Mt. Everest.

Copyright©Jim Gile American Ski Everest 2003

Before this private expedition hit the lofty slopes of north Everest, only 8 other people had set skis on the mountain. With their leadership as co leaders, they had an unprecedented 6 people ski from above 7,000 meters, 3 of which climbed and skied from just over 7600 meters. Of the 7 American ski descents from over 25,000, Mike and Steve have 4 of those.  All This, mind you, without the aid of porters, oxygen, or altitude drugs.  Mike is also a CPA and can attribute his ability to understand that in business and life, good things often do not come easy or by shortcutting.  His approach to climbing and skiing is similar to his approach to business.  Many of the problems seen in the corporate structure over the past few years can be attributed to people wanting the “summit” at any cost. As a climber and one of the country’s top high altitude skiers, Mike demonstrates that through the pure approach, a team effort and hard work can yield to success at all levels.  But more importantly, with this approach, you leave nothing to question.

Mike lives in Aspen and is a KPMG Peat Marwick alumni.

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