Frosted Corneas, Not for Flakes

Jan 25, 2008 by Midday Metro

Phil Ershler and his wife, Susan, climbed the seven highest peaks in the world together and lived to tell the tale. However, one climb led to frosted corneas for Phil. He says it was like looking through wax paper, but wore off after 24 hours.

Being willing to make that 180, as he calls it, is the difference between life and death on such extreme climbs. Even though they were 1,000 feet from the summit, Phil says he knew it was the right decision to turn back and try again another day. Click here for today's podcast.

And a big thanks to Simon Ashdown and Frank Meyer at Adventure Medical Kits for bringing Phil over to the studios. Every Outdoor Retailer tradeshow -- winter or summer -- Frank and Simon bring interesting guests and nifty swag to share with Midday Metro listeners. Thanks, guys.

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