vEveresting for Rescue Dogs

What is Virtual Everesting?

A virtual Everest challenge involves climbing the equivalent height of Mount Everest (29,029 ft / 8,848m) in a single ride on a smart trainer. Think of it as climbing Everest, but with better WiFi and no risk of frostbite. This is one of cycling's toughest endurance challenges, typically taking 10-12 hours to complete at high power output. It requires not just physical strength, but also mental fortitude, careful nutrition management, and strategic pacing.

Join the Challenge

While I'll be attempting the full Everest challenge, Zwift users are welcome to join me for any number of ascents! Whether you want to ride one climb or several, you can be part of this event and help support Mid City Mutt Mamas. The more riders we have, the more awareness we can raise for this great cause. Look for the meetup link closer to the event date.

The Route: Alpe du Zwift

I'll be tackling this challenge on the iconic Alpe du Zwift, a virtual climb that mirrors the famous Alpe d'Huez. Each ascent of Alpe du Zwift gains approximately 3,415 ft (1,041m) of elevation. To reach Everest's height, I'll need to complete 8.5 ascents of this virtual mountain, totaling over 29,000 ft of climbing. I'll be maintaining a high power output throughout the challenge to complete it in 10-12 hours. (Yes, I've been told this is a bit crazy 🤪)