The icy winds of the Himalayas howled through the valleys as Stefi set her eyes on the towering figure of Mount Everest. The idea of ascending the world’s highest peak without supplemental oxygen evoked both admiration and concern from the mountaineering community. Stefi knew the risks, but her iron will was as solid as the ice that clung to the mountainsides. The fears that once loomed in her heart were now replaced with an unfaltering resolve to start her journey, to dance with the mountains, to feel the altitude addiction again.

From a young age, the mountains called to Stefi, their majestic peaks whispering tales of adventure and discovery. As a ski coach and mountain guide, Stefi honed her skills, each ascent fueling the fire within to reach for higher peaks​. Her goal: Climbing all 14 peaks above 8'000 meters without O2.
The success of scaling Broad Peak and summiting K2 gave Stefi confidence – but now, Everest was calling her name...

Join Stefi as she sets the first foot on her journey towards alpine excellence and get inspired by her courage and determination. Watch Stefi as she crushes the boundaries of what we believe is possible. Her journey exemplifies the essence of the human spirit, the relentless pursuit of the boldest dreams and the unwavering commitment to achieve the impossible. 
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Preparation for the Everest ascent was meticulous, with every detail mapped out perfectly. Among these preparations, finding the right gear was crucial. Stefi's journey had long been intertwined with X-BIONIC® since she grew up around the mountains. She knew she could trust the highly insulating, thermoregulatory technologies of the MERINO collection with her life. Designed for extreme conditions, her equipment eventually proves to be a crucial factor for her summit success. Join Stefi on her thrilling journey, watch the full video now and find Stefi's gear for success below.