💪Free climbing El Capitan is the ultimate test of skill and endurance
💡Partnering with someone who supports and motivates you is crucial for success
🛢The mental and emotional challenges are as demanding as the physical ones
🏆The feeling of reaching the summit after overcoming obstacles is indescribable
💯Pushing beyond your comfort zone leads to personal growth and self-discovery
What is free climbing?
—Free climbing is a form of rock climbing where climbers rely solely on their physical strength and skill, using ropes and equipment only for safety purposes.
How long did it take to free climb El Capitan?
—We spent 6 days on the wall, facing various challenges and pushing ourselves to the limit.
What is the hardest part of free climbing El Capitan?
—Every pitch presented its own difficulties, but the A5 Traverse and the Golden Desert pitch were particularly challenging.
How did you prepare for free climbing El Capitan?
—We dedicated years to training and learning the necessary skills for traditional climbing and climbing on granite. We also practiced hauling loads and overcoming various scenarios.
What was the most rewarding part of the climb?
—Reaching the summit and experiencing the sense of accomplishment after pushing ourselves both mentally and physically was incredibly rewarding.
00:00Join us as we embark on an epic adventure to free climb El Capitan, a 3,000-foot cliff known for its challenging routes and historic significance.
05:17Facing physical and mental challenges, we push ourselves to the limit, relying on our skills, determination, and teamwork to make progress.
11:45Throughout the climb, we encounter moments of doubt, exhaustion, and fear, but we never give up, drawing strength from each other and our shared goal.
14:38After days of perseverance and overcoming obstacles, we finally reach the summit, experiencing an overwhelming sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
16:42Our journey serves as a reminder that stepping out of our comfort zones and challenging ourselves leads to personal growth and self-discovery.
