A Line Across the Sky | Tommy Caldwell and Alex Honnold | Patagonia

Long considered impossible, coveted by many and attempted by a few, the Fitz Traverse has fueled the imaginations of climbers in Patagonia for decades. Tracing the iconic skyline of Cerro Fitz Roy and its six satellite peaks, it spans four miles and 13,000 feet across snow and ice-covered rock, with epic route finding and endless rapelling. Seizing their chance during a rare extended weather window, Tommy Caldwell and Alex Honnold went big. The pair completed the first ascent in a five-day push during February 2014.
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[@gregsadler968]

Alex Honnold: "what's a crampon?" Also Alex Honnold: does an alpine climb no one has done before

[@nevrock1]

Greg Sadler How do you bring the wrong gear?

[@Pacifistrapist]

@@nevrock1 I mean, Alex has begun Free Solo climbs and forgotten his chalk bag on the ground.

[@Hadleton]

@@hgivens07 Agreed. I do, however, point out that - as far as I have checked - there is only one climber who has climbed a 5.15d - Adam Ondra on his own Silence in Flatanger. There are three climbers who've climbed 15c or above, which is maybe what you meant.

[@gio1985s]

@@hgivens07 i dont no shit about climbing and watching free solo i just figured Alex is the best but reading ur comments and others i feel like maybe this is a Bruce lee situation to the public bruce was the best marital artist to ever do it unbeatable. but to those in the no Bruce was technically gifted and awsome but was he unbeatable? or the best ever? nope

[@emiliomunoz28]

@@gio1985s honnold is a gifted climber. Top tier in multi pitch and craig climbing, what people refer to as "big wall" (tommy cladwell is as good as alex in this). But if we are talking about routes shorter than 70-80 meters, he's probably not in the top 100. There are climbers way stronger and more flexible than him that could flash (finish a line in the first push) routes that honnold would have to project for months.

[@spoondancer2230]

"I've never had much interest in alpine climbing, I don't know how to use ice tools, I don't like being cold...." Goes ahead and does it I love alex honnold

[@nottsoserious]

"This is a very serious place, cannot be taken lightly" Alex: Ehhh I don't do alpine climbing, I don't know how to use ice tools but I'll still do it for fun lmao

[@tylernguyen7891]

i wonder if all of these world class climbers have some kind of group chat.

[@Ax2productions2012]

Adam - "lol guys BD gave me a 1000m rope, who wants to do El Cap in 3 pitches?" Tommy - "Oh hey I'd be down" Alex - "Well I already did it in 1 pitch..." Adam - "Those be fighting words"

[@Frank-Reynolds]

Yeah, they all hang out in the same places.

[@wh1zkidd]

Actually they do, it's called real life.

[@nall8387]

@@Frank-Reynolds is that pun intended lmao

[@landless-gull]

What would they need that for? There's no reception where these guys hang out.

[@ThisHandleFeatureIsStupid]

Both Tommy and Alex are fascinating by themselves, but the chemistry they produce as a team is just...mind-blowing. Unstoppable combination!

[@Brian.Kleven]

“Ah yes, that’s the route I would take to school everyday” -everybody’s grandparents

[@Eighteen19]

HAHA!!! 🤣

[@LeonGalindoStenutz]

For those who don't climb, and those who do -- this feat is off the charts! Beyond brave, gnarly, genius, talented, tough! Hat's off. Real life heros. Love these guys.

[@BostonReapers]

What a perfect example of the climbing community helping others to succeed in your dream.

[@trickee4262]

I'm not a mountain climber. I'm not a rock climber. I've done the rock wall at the mall maybe 3 times. I've been binging youtube videos and Netflix documentaries about climbing since watching Free Solo.

[@kaimcguire5086]

hit up a rock gym. it’s an awesome workout, and as you start to build some muscle you can have a lot of fun going outside. if that’s not your bag, enjoy the scenery, but (respectful) newcomers are always welcome! cheers 🍻

[@trickee4262]

@@kaimcguire5086 A few years ago I became a cyclist, and Colorado offers a ton of scenery and opportunity to get out there :) Plus, I think my wife approves more of that activity. Maybe not the shorts, but whatever.

[@StoutProper]

Trickee cycle to a boulder or pitch then climb it. You bet the best of both worlds and the wife will never know.

[@kaimcguire5086]

Guinness i want to get into MTB just to make getting to crags easier

[@Erikali26]

Alex & Tommy are both very special. Watch the Dawn Wall, it's a movie on netflix. Also good youtube videos on my hero, Alex Honnold are: climbing Angola, by vice, getting up getu, El Sendero Luminoso, of Choss & Lions, and there are more...

[@natewilairat1522]

"This is the kind of thing I see in Alpinist Magazine, except we're actually doing it."

[@alexsideris7487]

“ don’t worry your a total boss!” Alex is the best

[@robhartman2015]

why i love this community so much.

[@witch.y]

I love how both of them just talk each other up so much in all of the videos they're in

[@GreatJobTy]

“We all know Alex is super bold” lol. Then 2 years later free solos el cap. Yeah, fair to say tommy.

[@Checkedbox]

GreatJobTy don’t forget Tommy and the dawn wall

[@vincentkrause7097]

*3years later the traverse was 2014. and 2016 Alex and Colin Haley did the more difficult Cerro Torre traverse in 21 hours.

[@MrBrachiatingApe]

As much as I think this is amazing--truly inspiring--I hope he stops and can find happiness doing something else. I don't want him to die prematurely and that's the end for so many free-soloists. It's been amazing, Alex, but maybe settle down just a bit? Maybe free climb instead of free soloing?

[@josejuarezferreira4977]

QWWASDDESSSSDDFVGGFR

[@humanentity2214]

Recently finished Tommy's incredible book "push". From the book,I didn't realize this climb was so ferocious, bravo Tommy and Alex!

[@idn]

Rolando and Colin: kudos to you guys for your actions. Tommy and Alex: great achievement. Can't wait to see the full film!

[@josedacunhafilho]

People mentioned the storms, but forgot to mention the 100 km/h winds when the sky is perfectly blue and the sun is shining. Other than that, I believe the El Chaltén area to be the most beautiful place in Patagonia, bar none. Torres del Paine comes a close second, but Chaltén is the most beautiful for sure. Plus Chaltén itself has that Patagonian small town spirit, and it is the perfect hub for going anywhere by foot. In TdP you need vehicles to reach places like Los Cornos from Las Torres, and it is much, much more expensive than Chaltén. In Chaltén there are many places nearby that are amazing, like Rio Toro, Valle del Desierto, and the area surrounding the Fitz Roy Massif is absolutely gorgeous.

[@pierrecamoin7959]

Alex, your voice alone inspire a sense of both confidence and defiance!

[@j.walker6845]

If you watch the film, at one pointTommy was pretty down on their chances and Alex just nope'd him.

[@gatronix754]

fitz cadwell good name , i was born there so im very proud for argentina!!!!! my country

[@MrBrachiatingApe]

Words cannot express. Wow. This is sublime...I'm glad human beings are willing to pursue excellence with this much passion and commitment. I try in my small way, but nothing like this. Congrats to all who made it.

[@danielrothman2586]

Why would 6 people not like this video!? "I don't like mountains, sweet climbing, or beautiful places. Hmph."

[@peterwinters8587]

they we're looking for Beiber

[@robduncan7409]

+Peter Winters *were

[@peterwinters8587]

wear

[@robduncan7409]

The truth is, some people just want to watch the world burn...

[@AGH331]

Why are there always people under every video whining about dislikes? That's how it works, there are some people who don't like some stuff, no matter how much you, or the majority of people, like it. Get over it.

[@drg6228]

EPIC! The 2 gods of climbing working together...gave me chills. Incredibly awesome.

[@bluegull1541]

I lost 1 of my sandals up there last year any of you dudes see it?It's green.

[@valrichens6921]

Aah... it’s yours! Picked it up while walking the dog up there.

[@StoutProper]

andy Richens ha ha ha brilliant

[@whynottalklikeapirat]

Blue Gull15 Aaah ... On St. Paddys Day at around 04.00 in the morning?

[@thepenetrator9564]

Brutal 😆😆😆😆

[@rmagictricks131]

What do ya mean Andy richens I picked up that sand a while back. I’ll post a pick😂😂liar

[@NoticerOfficial]

2:50 to 3:26 best part of the whole video Oh the attitude, respect and opinion these guys have for each other is a very special thing

[@michaelcleveland98]

I'm not a climber, unless it's on a mountain bike but this film was one of my two favorites at E.O.F.T. this year. These two guys are fantastic.... their humor, positive attitude and the scenery... fantastic! I too am looking to see the whole film but it's tough to find.

[@ashishkiift]

Two Legends of our times ! What a tag team !

[@johnkomosa4089]

Wooo, mind boggling, crampons not field tested?. Just raw talent thrown at the mountain. Not recommended but had me in awe. Gluten for punishment. Brave soles. The skill of Mallory and the Heart of Sir Shackleton.

[@LeonGalindoStenutz]

Well said. Yes!

[@cyndere]

3:07 his "yay" brings me life

[@bkl8804]

Good to see old Topher is around still. Old school, baby.

[@francismausley7239]

Kudos to all these climbers. Greatest concentration & focus... "The secret of self-mastery is self-forgetfulness." ~ Shoghi Effendi, Baha'i Faith

[@abigailstokes3951]

Both these dudes are absolute legends

[@dubravkoprimorac9957]

"If one lobe is on ice is that ok", lol hilarious, top man both of them, live the moment ;-)

[@Wissahickonwild]

that's so cool you can feel how much these guys love climbing and just take it to the highest level.

[@uremawifenowdave]

The whole film is incredible and hilarious. Both guys spur each other on through seriously hard climbing, making each other laugh and keeping morale high. Inspiring stuff.

[@TomassoTrekks]

Alex Is sucha boss. He just travels the world doing what he loves

[@handsomesquidward6856]

Christina Reynolds lmao get off this channel if you're gonna be negative

[@ouppz]

wtf are you talking about Christina? I mean... are you serious?

[@aidanscovers]

God damn someone is disappointed with their life. Geese Christina can't you be happy for someone else.

[@S0URDEESM0KE]

@Christina Reynolds except the people who actually enjoy doing those jobs..

[@2CSST2]

​@Christina Reynolds If all people lived like you want them to life would be depressing, therefore you're an idiot.

[@redactedself]

Its more impressive when you realize they did it with minimal tools too. The guys did it with approach shoes and rock shoes. Even crazier is Sean Villanueva O'Driscoll solo'd the traverse in reverse with a shot rope. Mindblowing

[@stateboy80892]

Just watching Free Solo put me at the edge of my seat full anxiety the whole nine yards!! Absolutely love the strength and straight up courage!! May HE always find you at the peak after every climb!

[@justanothervoicescreamingi2863]

It’s not just big of rolo giving you his crampons its beautiful. This is why I love climbing and the people involved, you are all so inspirational

[@RachelAnn]

I'm so glad to see that is brought his family along! It makes me happy to see families all together.

[@mauricelandry824]

In his book wind, sand and stars, saint exupery tells the story of his friend guillaumet who crashed his plane in those mountains and had to walk for 5 days and 4 nights before reaching a village, thats why one of the mountain is called by his name, I was just reading this passage of the book yesterday and hit this video on shuffle this morning, life is strange sometimes...

[@drossano9794]

I think this trip should be more publicized, Alex never really talks about it. This is a huge achievement and extremely technical with little to no rest. Insane Alex's alpinist skill from pure climbing knowledge, blows my mind

[@kylebiemiller4313]

A good friend of them all died while attempting the same traverse within the same timeframe, so that could be a reason why he’s quiet about it.

[@drossano9794]

@@kylebiemiller4313 never knew that thanks for the info, makes sense

[@blafuckyou]

sometimes I wish made different life choices. I was so busy following what adults told me I should do that I never looked at the possibility of living a simple and free life and just climb and hike :)

[@blafuckyou]

well no shit watson. Thanks for pointing that out. lol (sorry) Nah but there is a way to live a simple life and still be a valueable member of society. Work on a farm a few days per week and climb the other days for example. I happened to have changed my life in that direction actually. Cut out all the unnecessary stuff that I never enjoyed anyways and just do my job and be in nature in the other time. Just wish I decided to do so sooner.

Never too late though, right?

[@lilia3944]

That's something I'd love to do after school, but it would cost quite a bit of money. There's work and travel programs, but for most of them you need to be 18. I still have a year to find something tho, the only thing I'm really sure of is that I don't want to go to university directly after graduating...

[@blackbird5634]

my hands and feet sweat whenever i see the steep pitches and vast space behind and around them, I can't even watch without one eye closed.

[@smallywaters7063]

"I want to go all up and down that thing!" We now have a new definition of "cool "!

[@kaliarice6159]

his family are so beautiful 😍😍

[@jaylansiquot6130]

Blows my mind completely.

[@ddemyanek]

That Fitz Roy 3D render is beautiful! Well done Patagonia graphics person!

[@titoclimberkrull]

"i'm a little intimidated about it" "yea don't worry about it though, your a total boss" HAHAHA that is awesome, maybe its time for the link up; Fitz Traverse to the Fitz Reverse, lol who's up first.

[@jakeshultz8580]

Beardio they place protection into the rock that the rope clips into as they climb up. Google rock climbing cams. That’s what they use.

[@jeanakatherine9369]

That’s why he named his son fitz! I was wondering where he got that name from

[@SuperJohn12354]

My uncle, Kevin Carroll died Climbing Mt Fitz Roy or descending it there not sure, because of a sudden weather change, so it no joke, when he Climbed it less than a handful of people had, there was 4 of them and 2 had to turn back because they didn't have enough food/water for all 4 to make it, the 2 that did climb it never made it back.

[@LeonGalindoStenutz]

Embraces for all of you.

[@limitlessexploration4535]

That's why I keep buying patagonia products, so that they can make great videos

[@Daponics89]

Okay I absolutely love that climber helping climbers.

[@lorenzobumbimotter3583]

very fantastic film, very good alpinist, very good mountains

[@jsmariani4180]

I like the idea of a short hike taking in that awesome view.

[@AmericanHoney88881]

Rolo Garibotti....what a beautiful representation of human kind.

[@MrFg1980]

"Tommy's about to aid it through the night" I love it.

[@PaulCarterArt]

All you guys are one kind to do what you do awesome time capsules thanks for sharing the journey

[@Brian_Moser1118]

is it weird that i want to live close to that place ? it looks magical to me

[@belligerentlyrecalcitrant8526]

Fall 2015?! But I want to watch it now... Amazing stuff.

[@readyplayersid]

The trust these two have in each other :O Who is watching this after they simul-climbed the Nose in under 2:10?

[@ysf-psfx]

How about the sub 2-hour, now?!

[@Cragcloud]

Absolutely amazing adventure! Wow!

[@ropehnd]

Kuddos to patagonia for doing a video with a climber from a competing brand. Well done.

[@woketopian112]

yea its kind of weird that they are competitors, i wouldn't be against them merging in some way but I dont know what their financials are like. It just seems like they represent the same message and it is hard for many consumers to choose between the two, especially when you love both of their athletes the same!

[@takeyournumber]

Just FYI, Yvon Chouinard (founder of Patagonia) and Doug Tompkins (founder of The North Face) are long time friends and climbing/adventure partners. In fact, Patagonia was started after Yvon and Doug took a road trip from California to Chile back in the 60's.

[@woketopian112]

takeyournumber yes I know this, but like I said, I believe it's hard for many customers to choose between the two, and even though it was two lifelong friends that created each brand, they are direct competitors, and in the 21st century, competitors play hard ball, and none of us would ever want to see these companies suing each other over their extremely similar products. If they aren't currently merged in some way, that disappoints me, because like most consumers, I often can't buy from both brands. Purchasing is voting, and I have always hated voting for one brand and against the other, when I'm really trying to vote for the same message.

[@benvanop]

Awesome! Psyched for Reel Rock 10 now

[@Mdb0514]

Beautiful story.

[@BA-jk4ps]

Life Goal: Find yourself a friend who talks to you like Alex talks to Tommy

[@georgegilles9008]

Totally rad.

[@sofifi03]

ok all im gonna say is i caught a full Dyno on a V6 yesterday and i feel like i climbed this entire mountain range

[@izacknessel693]

"I don't like being cold" -Alex Honnold

[@N1cO258]

So awesome! Cant wait for reel rock

[@justinhc123]

Giving away his crampons. What a classy move.

[@bwpospolyta]

Beautiful

[@nicolenew306]

SUPER INCREDIBLE

[@frankjauernick]

Can´t wait for the release :) Great Project !!!

[@MichalOlender]

Incredible!

[@chicobicalho5621]

Caldwell mentioned on The Dawn Wall that no one wanted to do the project with him, I wonder if Honnold was one of those people who said no to him. And Garibotti handing Honnold his crampons just show the wonderful selfless camaraderie spirit mountaineers have. Maybe it is the sacred mountain thing Himalayans refer to all the time.

[@ysf-psfx]

Honnold had other projects in mind, plus the Dawn Wall is outside his difficulty level. He's stated that he never could and never would be able to climb it. He's probably wrong, though.

[@5153flash]

Getting in that tent at the end would be scary,,the wind might turn it into a kite. lol Mary Popings off the mountain.

[@kevin71127]

I need the full film now

[@akhaiiro]

Awe inspiring stuff

[@woketopian112]

RIP Chad Kellogg

[@jeremyharris7811]

Reel Rock 10 is epic, and great fun. Go see it now!

[@justriley9157]

Mountains of storms is way better of a documentary but props still

[@StanfordCrane]

Yikes, Tommy and Alex, you are awesome, except for the equipment part. Give Steve House a jingle. Keep rockin'.

[@lpl6150]

i mean how can someone dislike this ?????

[@kevinp665]

This is like Penny Hardaway and Shaq running into Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen of the climbing world

[@matthewaguirre2000]

Kevin P but Shaq is a basketball player.

[@1967davidsrebrnik]

Wow, el chalten, last time I was there (1994) it was only one street and few houses.

[@sharktooth64]

Audacious!

[@swe3t23]

These guys are crazy...but I respect what they do.

[@hobmarg]

Look up Andreas Fransson (RIP) ascent and ski descent of the Whillans ramp on Poincenot... really insane alpinism.

[@ohraider]

I was about to say, that looks like the Patagonia logo

[@MilesPatrick30]

Does anyone know where I can watch the full 40 minute film?

[@FlakeyMojoMusic]

+Patrick Harkey It's part of Reel Rock 10.. available for download (pay) on vimeo

[@pete2385]

+Patrick Harkey It's is part of the Banff Film Festival World tour, in the Red Programme. Saw it last night in Leamington, UK - it is just fantastic in every way.

[@phishfearme2]

+Pete Franklin saw it last night in Tucson - incredible what those guys did - worth seeing the entire 40 minutes

[@thesvenvids7708]

Pretty sure it's free on Red Bull TV too.

[@JordanPike]

Fuck yes. Thank you @TheSvenVids!

[@jonamarshall]

Argentina 🇦🇷 ❤

[@grahamallen934]

Spectacular

[@marisacherry]

Where can we watch the full film?!

[@onlybugwit]

No way,,,,,,, not for me, these guys are awesome.

[@1981stonemonkey]

2:46 12,000 feet of vertical PAIN.

[@ibmer23]

Full Movie can be found on RedBull Website

[@ruthbradburn4328]

Hey Alex what you think of family life? Alex looks like he's thinking...I'm miss my van. It doesn't cry.

[@captaingranitic]

em effing badassadors! Will they stop at nothing? Is there any objective too far off? So inspiring.

[@timmiltz2916]

Just thrilling.

[@santiagobotto9566]

Alex is a freaking beast

[@jimzahora7819]

@patagonia so where is the full film its 2021 and I cannot find it anywhere.

[@captainamerica3531]

Awesome