The team will set off for Everest in March 2007. They will climb the South Col route, presumably with O2 support. In preparation for their expedition, most team members will train in the Alps this summer; a group of them will attempt Cho Oyu in fall.
Part of the team has also launched a research operation called "Project Everest" consisting of a series of tests performed on volunteers, to find out their performance capacity.
The team is currently asking for volunteers - so if you are interested to know whether you are doomed to be a coach-potato, or you have the capacity of a super athlete within you - check the expedition's website for further information on the tests and how to volunteer.
Story edited June 07, 6.23 pm: All members of the summit team will have climbed over 8000m by the time they go to Everest (it is a requirement for being on the team). Himalayan experience amongst the team also includes 5 ascents of Cho Oyu, and around 50 ascents over 6000m in Nepal and India. Many of the team have also climbed extensively in the Andes. Dr Sundeep Dhillon climbed Everest in 1998, after also reaching over 8000m on Everest in 1996.
The Xtreme Everest British expedition will attempt the peak from its South side in spring 2007. Members will perform tests on themselves throughout their climb.
Climbing members are Dr Mike Grocott (expedition leader), Dr Hugh Montgomery (research leader), Dr Denny Levett (expedition medical officer), and Dr Sundeep Dhillon. They will be accompanied by a larger group of physicians, researchers, and BC crew.
Web:
http://www.xtreme-everest.co.uk/