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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
Bank boss & dad-of-three, 43, drops dead after repeatedly scaling mountain six times in crazy ‘EVERESTING' challenge
A NEW York banking executive has died after rapidly hiking up and down a Wyoming peak in an "Everesting" challenge. Dad of three Slava Leykind suffered a cardiac arrest during the event at Snow King Mountain in Jackson Hole. Advertisement 3 Dad of three Slava Leykind suffered a cardiac arrest Credit: Facebook / Amy Keller Leykind 3 The challenge sees contestants hike 1,500 ft up and down the mountain Credit: Getty 3 He was taken to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho, where he sadly died on July 2 Credit: Facebook / Amy Keller Leykind The challenge sees contestants hike 1,500 ft up and down the mountain until they match the distance of climbing Mount Everest. The world's tallest peak stands at a vast 29,032 ft high. But Leykind had completed six laps before first responders rushed to his aid. Jackson Hole Fire and EMS rushed to the mountain at 11.28 pm to bring medical assistance. Advertisement He was taken to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho, where he sadly died on July 2, Jackson Hole News & Guide reported. The 43-year-old died from an "electrolyte imbalance causing cardiac arrest" according to Teton County coroner. Leykind lived in Westport with his wife and their three children. He had worked for two decades as an executive at the New York City-based investment bank CG Sawaya Partners. Advertisement Most read in The US Sun Latest Breaking His obituary reads: "Slava Leykind, 43, of Westport, passed away on July 2 from complications sustained while participating in a mountain endurance event earlier that week." It goes on to describe him as a "perfect soulmate" to his wife Amy Keller Leykind and a "superhuman father" to their three kids. "Despite his significant professional success at a young age, Slava's role as a husband and father was his greatest achievement, passion and pride," the obituary adds. "He fervently supported his children, bringing love and a sense of calm to the wonderful chaos of a full house." Advertisement Contestants in the Everesting challenge have complete to the feat within 36 hours. The Everesting website says: "A straight shot up under the gondola makes this one of the most direct ascent routes in the 29029 family. "Short and steep, this mountain asks for 19 climbs to reach Everest. The majority of the trail consists of hard packed dirt, gravel, and grass. "The summit offers stunning views looking back at the Tetons." Advertisement Leykind was born in Minsk, Belarus - then in the USSR - in 1982. He emigrated to the United States in 1988. His tragic passing comes after Read more on the Irish Sun Chief Executive Officer FC Conradie, who co-owns the exclusive Gondwana Private Game Reserve, was charged at by the animal. Advertisement He was said by staff to have a "love for elephants and nature" and would often go out to photograph them.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Bank boss & dad-of-three, 43, drops dead after repeatedly scaling mountain six times in crazy ‘EVERESTING' challenge
The 43-year-old died from an "electrolyte imbalance causing cardiac arrest" HIKE HELL Bank boss & dad-of-three, 43, drops dead after repeatedly scaling mountain six times in crazy 'EVERESTING' challenge Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A NEW York banking executive has died after rapidly hiking up and down a Wyoming peak in an "Everesting" challenge. Dad of three Slava Leykind suffered a cardiac arrest during the event at Snow King Mountain in Jackson Hole. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Dad of three Slava Leykind suffered a cardiac arrest Credit: Facebook / Amy Keller Leykind 3 The challenge sees contestants hike 1,500 ft up and down the mountain Credit: Getty 3 He was taken to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho, where he sadly died on July 2 Credit: Facebook / Amy Keller Leykind The challenge sees contestants hike 1,500 ft up and down the mountain until they match the distance of climbing Mount Everest. The world's tallest peak stands at a vast 29,032 ft high. But Leykind had completed six laps before first responders rushed to his aid. Jackson Hole Fire and EMS rushed to the mountain at 11.28 pm to bring medical assistance. He was taken to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho, where he sadly died on July 2, Jackson Hole News & Guide reported. The 43-year-old died from an "electrolyte imbalance causing cardiac arrest" according to Teton County coroner. Leykind lived in Westport with his wife and their three children. He had worked for two decades as an executive at the New York City-based investment bank CG Sawaya Partners. His obituary reads: "Slava Leykind, 43, of Westport, passed away on July 2 from complications sustained while participating in a mountain endurance event earlier that week." It goes on to describe him as a "perfect soulmate" to his wife Amy Keller Leykind and a "superhuman father" to their three kids. "Despite his significant professional success at a young age, Slava's role as a husband and father was his greatest achievement, passion and pride," the obituary adds. "He fervently supported his children, bringing love and a sense of calm to the wonderful chaos of a full house." Contestants in the Everesting challenge have complete to the feat within 36 hours. The Everesting website says: "A straight shot up under the gondola makes this one of the most direct ascent routes in the 29029 family. "Short and steep, this mountain asks for 19 climbs to reach Everest. The majority of the trail consists of hard packed dirt, gravel, and grass. "The summit offers stunning views looking back at the Tetons." Leykind was born in Minsk, Belarus - then in the USSR - in 1982. He emigrated to the United States in 1988. His tragic passing comes after the owner of one of South Africa's top game reserves was trampled to death by an elephant. Chief Executive Officer FC Conradie, who co-owns the exclusive Gondwana Private Game Reserve, was charged at by the animal. He was said by staff to have a "love for elephants and nature" and would often go out to photograph them.
The Sun
2 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Bank boss & dad-of-three, 43, drops dead after repeatedly scaling mountain six times in crazy ‘EVERESTING' challenge
A NEW York banking executive has died after rapidly hiking up and down a Wyoming peak in an "Everesting" challenge. Dad of three Slava Leykind suffered a cardiac arrest during the event at Snow King Mountain in Jackson Hole. 3 3 3 The challenge sees contestants hike 1,500 ft up and down the mountain until they match the distance of climbing Mount Everest. The world's tallest peak stands at a vast 29,032 ft high. But Leykind had completed six laps before first responders rushed to his aid. Jackson Hole Fire and EMS rushed to the mountain at 11.28 pm to bring medical assistance. He was taken to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho, where he sadly died on July 2, Jackson Hole News & Guide reported. The 43-year-old died from an "electrolyte imbalance causing cardiac arrest" according to Teton County coroner. Leykind lived in Westport with his wife and their three children. He had worked for two decades as an executive at the New York City-based investment bank CG Sawaya Partners. His obituary reads: "Slava Leykind, 43, of Westport, passed away on July 2 from complications sustained while participating in a mountain endurance event earlier that week." It goes on to describe him as a "perfect soulmate" to his wife Amy Keller Leykind and a "superhuman father" to their three kids. "Despite his significant professional success at a young age, Slava's role as a husband and father was his greatest achievement, passion and pride," the obituary adds. "He fervently supported his children, bringing love and a sense of calm to the wonderful chaos of a full house." Contestants in the Everesting challenge have complete to the feat within 36 hours. The Everesting website says: "A straight shot up under the gondola makes this one of the most direct ascent routes in the 29029 family. "Short and steep, this mountain asks for 19 climbs to reach Everest. The majority of the trail consists of hard packed dirt, gravel, and grass. "The summit offers stunning views looking back at the Tetons." Leykind was born in Minsk, Belarus - then in the USSR - in 1982. He emigrated to the United States in 1988. His tragic passing comes after the owner of one of South Africa's top game reserves was trampled to death by an elephant. Chief Executive Officer FC Conradie, who co-owns the exclusive Gondwana Private Game Reserve, was charged at by the animal. He was said by staff to have a "love for elephants and nature" and would often go out to photograph them.
New York Post
2 days ago
- Health
- New York Post
NYC banking exec dead after hiking Wyoming peak six times during ‘Everesting' endurance challenge
A Big Apple banking executive and father-of-three died after quickly hiking up and down a Wyoming peak six times during an 'Everesting' endurance challenge. Slava Leykind, 43, of Westport, Connecticut, went into cardiac arrest after competing in the event at Snow King Mountain in Jackson Hole late last month. The endurance-style event sees hikers repeatedly trek 1,500 feet up the mountain to match climbing Mount Everest — the world's tallest peak at 29,032 feet. 3 Connecticut banker, Slava Leykind, with his wife and children Amy Keller Leykind / Facebook 3 Flat Creek and the Snow King ski resort in Jackson, Wyoming. Christopher Boswell – Leykind managed to complete six laps before first responders were called in and he was rushed to the Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho where he died on July 2, Jackson Hole News & Guide reported. His cause of death was a 'an electrolyte imbalance causing cardiac arrest,' the Teton County Coroner said. Leykind, who lived in Westport with his wife and their three kids, was an exec at the New York City-based investment bank, CG Sawaya Partners, where he'd worked for two decades, according to his LinkedIn. 3 Dad of three Slava Leykind died during an endurance challenge. Amy Keller Leykind / Facebook 'Despite his significant professional success at a young age, Slava's role as a husband and father was his greatest achievement, passion and pride,' his obituary said. 'He fervently supported his children, bringing love and a sense of calm to the wonderful chaos of a full house.'
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
Millionaire banker, 43, dies after hiking up and down Wyoming peak SIX times in a row for 'Everesting' challenge
A millionaire banker has died after he hiked a Wyoming mountain six times in quick succession as part of an advanced endurance event. Slava Leykind, 43, died in an Idaho hospital on July 2, just a few days after participating in an 'Everesting' challenge at Snow King Mountain in Jackson Hole. The event is meant to simulate climbing Mount Everest, the tallest peak in the world at 29,032 feet. Leykind would have had to scale Snow King roughly 19 times to achieve the same vertical incline. With each successful climb, hikers were taken down to base camp by gondolas. The challenge began at 6am on June 27 and Leykind was able to complete six laps up the Snow King Bootpack trail before falling ill, Jackson Hole News & Guide reported. At 11:28pm, Jackson Hole Fire and EMS was called to the mountain for medical assistance and transport. Leykind lost his life due to 'an electrolyte imbalance causing cardiac arrest,' said Teton County Coroner Brent Blue. The father-of-three lived in Westport, Connecticut with his children and wife, Amy Keller Leykind. He spent nearly 20 years at the New York City-based investment bank CG Sawaya Partners. He was born in 1982 in Belarus, while it was still under the Soviet Union's control. He emigrated to the United States in 1988. He'd later get a degree in business administration from the University of Michigan before embarking on a long career in finance. Although he had a demanding job, his first priority was his family. 'Despite his significant professional success at a young age, Slava's role as a husband and father was his greatest achievement, passion and pride. He fervently supported his children, bringing love and a sense of calm to the wonderful chaos of a full house,' according to his obituary. It is unclear what specific type of electrolyte imbalance Leykind developed during his hikes, but the most common form experienced by athletes undergoing extreme exertion is called hyponatremia. The condition stems from low sodium levels in a person's blood. It can be caused by number of different things, including certain medications, medical conditions and hormonal imbalances. It can also be brought on by drinking too much water during or after extreme exercise. At endurance events like the one Leykind participated in, medical teams trained on the signs and symptoms of hyponatremia are always on site. Symptoms include lightheadedness, nausea, headache, vomiting and an altered mental state, including confusion and seizures. These symptoms sometimes mimic dehydration, but certain tests can differentiate the two issues. It is not clear what treatment Leykind received, but if treated incorrectly, hyponatremia can be deadly. Dr. Andy Pasternak, medical director of Western States Endurance Run in California, said there is really only one treatment that should be used for athletes experiencing hyponatremia. 'If someone's truly symptomatic and hyponatremic, the only IV fluids that you want to give them is what we call hypertonic, or 3 percent saline,' he told News & Guide. 'Anything else, in my mind, is not appropriate treatment.' At Leykind's funeral on July 8, his family, colleagues, neighbors and friends all gathered to remember him. His wife, Amy, told stories about how devoted he was to their three kids, while his brother-in-law Alan Isenberg remembered his 'playful energy.' Leykind's close friend Robbie Salter eulogized him and talked about how he cherished the time he got to spend with him. 'In thinking about this moment, the only comfort I can offer, and the central theme I come back to is this: appreciation for the quality, not the quantity, of time we shared with Slava,' Salter said. 'Because when someone like Slava leaves us far too early — and let's be clear, this is unfair — you begin to understand that relationships aren't measured in years but in depth.'
