Climber poised for Everest record

A MOUNTAIN climber who was told he would never walk again unaided after an accident in his 20s is looking forward to celebrating with a beer as he aims to complete a record-breaking climb of Everest.

Kenton Cool, 48, hopes to reach the 8,849m summit this morning for the 16th time, which would be the most by any non-Sherpa.