Capitol Peak: Viewer Recommended Mediocre Approved

[@TheBlueGumby]

Very cool! They walked across the knife edge like they were on a sidewalk going to the mailbox. Truly amazing!

[@kevindenny3607]

Blake is a key component to these adventures. Blake brings the comedy and the common man's prospective to these trips.

[@dalezjc]

After watching multiple videos of people doing Capitol Peak, you guys made it look extremely easy (relatively speaking). Which leads me to: you should put a warning on your videos stating that you guys are extremely experienced and some of these hikes/climbs should NOT be tried by everyone. You made the knife-edge look like a walk in the park. Which it's not. Good job guys.

[@GoGreen1977]

I'm disappointed that these guys did NOT emphasize that this one of the most dangerous of the Colorado 14ners. Experienced hikers have died on this mountain every year! Do not climb Capitol Peak without understanding completely what you are facing. Getting to the top is optional. Getting back down alive is mandatory.

[@YGTWW]

uhhh they literally say you'd die if you fell... not sure where youre getting the definition for walk in the park

[@higler.]

@@GoGreen1977 In all fairness, the sort of people that don't understand the insanely obvious risk of a hike like this will most certainly never made it anywhere near the summit. Those that have made it and died surely understood the risk which is part of the appeal of doing this stuff.

[@henrymackay6724]

I think a lot of people are missing the fact that summiting is not mandatory and you have to turn back when your too uncomfortable. It’s ok to be a little scared but completely out of your comfort zone is another thing altogether

[@TheDonBoston]

As they were doing the traverse they both clearly stated the risks they were currently experiencing.

[@mattbee78]

The geology of that final ridge is amazing....

[@prodacro-ik2yw]

The geology of the elk range in general!

[@RomanticAnalog]

I get sweats almost watching you guys on the ridge and just prancing around on that knife edge. Seriously scared of heights but I love the mountains. You guys are animals. Thanks for the amazing views!!

[@andromeda121]

Came from another video of Capitol peak, was pissing my pants. you guys made it seem like .. just another day at the office! WOW!

[@JaySilver72]

You guys interested in a route that has a glacial lake, snowfield traverses, an abundance of 4th class scrambling, challenging route-finding, glacier travel, AMAZING views, a 5th class rock climb up the final summit pyramid, and multiple rappel pitches to get back down? Check out Mt. Shuksan via the Fisher Chimneys route... but maybe not in a day. Be safe out there!

[@rob060]

This is why, when I started hiking in the Rockies, I bought some really good approach shoes. The rubber on them is so good for climbing and scrambling and the thick rubber soles let you use sharp rocks as stepping stones on the way down.

[@TheMountainMatt]

I think this is the first video I’ve seen where Blake doesn’t get sick from eating crap food the night before😂

[@flipmode8467]

This rocks! I'm most impressed by your ability to escape from you wife and kids for these day trips. Maybe if I take out a massive life insurance policy and present it to my wife she'll be more supportive of trips like this.

[@sherfithasan]

LMAO!

[@KrazyKrzysztof]

dont let a woman stop your dreams

[@tianwang]

Also first i need be fit enough to make a DAY trip possible

[@300hiker]

Tian Wang Yeah my fat ass would still be laying up there!

[@beeclimbing9954]

Hi guys, maybe chose a partner who actually LIKES the outdoors and adventure sports! We do exist. Just depends on whether you can handle a woman being a badass ;-)

[@DerekWarnick]

Given how prolific the Mediocre Amateur adventures are, I never worry about getting lost in the wilderness anymore because I know sooner or later these guys will stumble across me (or my corpse). :) JK, great video and great adventure, keep 'em coming! (P.S. If you're into canyoneering it would interesting to see you document Imlay and Heaps... in A Day.)

[@Studyworld908]

Hmm

[@shutterbugZoe]

Thank you for your awesome videos! KZbin recommended your Wheeler Peak summit, since we recently vacationed in the area and I had watched a ton of videos of the area before the trip. I'm hooked! I was born with a collagen disorder that affects all my joints, and I've never been able to do this kind of hiking, even though I've wanted to. Your videos make me feel like I'm there too.

[@ForzaMonkey]

you should also check out Adventure Archives. I'm sure you'd love them too!

[@devonbailiff]

I aspire to be as efficient, competent, and confident in the mountains as you all! Thank you!

[@jeffcruzan4978]

Hands down (or on the knife edge), this is the best YT video of the Capitol climb. You all did a nice job.

[@MediocreAmateur]

Thanks.

[@garethleitner9547]

Loved how you underplayed this! Excellent camera work and I especially appreciated the lack of a fisheye lens. And Little Debbies are worth bringing along!

[@StMark-no2lu]

This is my favorite Capitol video ever. Great channel.

[@desviz]

Man...the backcountry skiing potential in this episode is off the charts! SO MANY lines!

[@jamesbadham228]

Nice one. The Knife's Edge actually looks doable (for me) here, because of your technique, which was not to walk standing up on the top, but to put your hands on the edge and your feet below. Looked pretty solid. Every other video of this makes my head swim.

[@ticklefritz5406]

Exceptional video fellas, job well done on all fronts. To all the grippers out there, this is how Capital Peak is climbed via the standard route

[@MediocreAmateur]

Thanks!

[@desviz]

You guys would enjoy the Enchantment Traverse in the North Central Cascades in WA - it takes a permit but for trail runners, its OK to just go. Very scenic. For more crazy, do the Bailey Range Traverse in the Olympics, again in WA.

[@victor.randolph]

My palm sweat and foot tingle levels were almost as high as watching Russian teenagers climb skyscraper spires. Great video and well done!

[@sangrammore6749]

I did this last month. And that knife edge is terrific. And you made it look so easy 🙌

[@hugmynutus]

A place you might want to try is the Tehipite Valley (or dome). It rivals yosemite, but it is in some remote back country in the north of King's Canyon, with some rough unmaintained trails. Only need a NSF wilderness pass so it is cheap.

[@seatrouter79]

I was all stoked on Capitol Peak until that ridge, sketchy for sure. I love these vids! Keep up the good work!

[@chauncemaster]

Love your videos! If you are looking for more recommendations it would seem like doing kings peak in a day from henry's fork is similar to some other routes you have liked. You'd probably prefer going up the direct chute to Anderson's pass rather than taking Gunsight and if you really want to murder your legs you can always add in South Kings or even Gilbert Peak but at that point it may move out of the realm of "enjoyable" and be more like punishment.

[@MediocreAmateur]

chauncemaster Both Danny and I have done Kings Peak but we never filmed it. Maybe we need to go back

[@SolaceEasy]

Always knew I wouldn't climb it. Plenty of other fish in the barrel. And I have climbed multiple Class 3-5 mountains. Over 400 peaks.

[@johnr7895]

Awesome climb guys !! This was my 1st 14er so thank you for your channel to put different peaks on my radar.

[@MediocreAmateur]

We'll keep looking for you as long as we can.

[@yawninggreyhound]

Gobsmackingly amazing. Always heard talk of CP. Do Crestone Needle....if you haven't, that is. Crestones and Capitol, shiver me timbers!

[@CountMondego]

Love your videos Danny! I just wish you put the mileage and other details of each trail you smash. Keep it up man!!

[@expatadventureturkey9324]

Great stuff, and enjoyed the commercial for Saucony pure grit. 😜👍🏽👣👣👣👣👣🏔

[@14erfinisher52]

Your Video makes me want to reclimb Capital Peak. I saved it for my final CO 14er. Great footage!

[@Kelly_Explores]

LOL- I had the same experience camping at Capitol lake the night before. “It wasn’t hard to wake up this morning because I was already awake.” Exactly 😂

[@joshuamathews5507]

I guess my biggest question is how do you guys stay hydrated? Those are pretty tiny packs for such a long hike

[@MediocreAmateur]

There's water along the way and each of us carries a katadyn water filter/bottle. We filter water along the way and then usually fill up all our containers before the summit push if we think water will no longer be available. Those packs can fit large water bladders in the back and a bottle or two up front.

[@Manoj17Patankar]

@@MediocreAmateur I love the fact the those are called 'katadyn' water bottles.. reminds me of Mt Katahdin which is home to another superb knife edge :)

[@WarlordBlade]

Great choice leaving the valley route and hitting the ridge sooner! Next time I do that I think I want to try the full ridge - I'll bet it's faster! But yeah - way to avoid dropping those monster rocks. Nice work!

[@TomAllnatt]

You guys make this seem like the standard route up Grays Peak. Hahaha. Bravo gentlemen!!

[@christinerolle3876]

You rock guys!! I'm glad you brought those hiking poles. Love watching you do all this adventure.i feel like i'm with you.!!!

[@Etxet123]

Awesome adventure, When can we expect "mediocre amateur" merchandise. A cap or a T-shirt would be cool.

[@abnr0103]

I second that!

[@RockyMtnLady11]

Come on boys...Merch...pleeeze???

[@reservedSuperHero]

man.. my hands got sweaty on that knife ridge cross lol

[@isaacjamesbaker]

Same!!

[@sorentrexler3688]

Would be really cool if you checked out the other 3 of Colorado's great 4 traverses. Little Bear - Blanca, Crestone Peak - Crestone Needle, Wilson - El Diente, and you already did the bells. Honestly I think you chose the least enjoyable of the 4, LB - Blanca is awesome

[@higler.]

oh little bear up the hourglass would be so cool

[@gilligansisle6914]

That looked sweet! Eye candy all over! bit sketchey if it was raining near the top. Thanks again for the awesome video!!!

[@Judd97]

This almost feels like made-to-order MA content. Super quick turnaround. Awesome vid, as always!

[@michaelkniephof2959]

Fantastic. You guys always get the coolest shots and footage...which I know takes a lot of work. Great stuff. Great recommendation by fellow Mediocre fans!

[@clarkligon9863]

I’ve watched this like 3 times my favorite vid of you guys

[@jimmyzee2011]

I too hope to run into you guys on the trail some day. awesome vid as always

[@djohnson24]

I would love to see you guys do Sneffels

[@MediocreAmateur]

Just looked it up. Way cool! Just added it to the list of summer trips. Thanks for the heads up.

[@morganshields2739]

that ridge looked epic

[@scottfulton267]

Great video! I hope to make it out to Colorado for some 14ers, but probably not Capitol. though it looks awesome. And I love any brand or flavor of those packaged pies. Hostess, Little Debbie, apple, cherry, lemon, berry....they are all like rocket fuel on long hikes.

[@shawnwalden2669]

awesome! always waiting for more lol thanks for sharing.

[@MB-ln9nv]

Second time watching this one, and I’ve watched almost all of these videos. But I realized these videos are if wes Anderson made mountaineering movies.

[@lcarus42]

8:30 that is my fear. The mountain Im on just lets go entirely, a rock slide is not on my bucket list.

[@638Benj]

I love you guys keep pushing ❤

[@JB-rt4mx]

Nice..You should do the El Diente - Mt Wilson Ridge Traverse..down by Navaho lake Telluride 🌲🏞🏕

[@14ercooper]

There's a lot of cool routes to climb up Little Bear peak in Colorado as well. It's an awesome one to do.

[@MountainHobbler]

Proud to say I am a mediocre fan! Great climb

[@chuckvanderbildt]

The climbing is one thing, but being funny as shit at the summit is a whole other game. Excellent.

[@mohammadyaseenlone104]

Excellent bro. Ur doing a great job 👍👍

[@shawnwalden2669]

back after 4 years to re watch this again, seems this mountain has claimed a few lives last year. Wish you would all get together and do a hike =)

[@harrisonaero]

What a nice trip. No drama just great Type 1.2 fun.

[@georgesheffield1580]

Try the north face of the Wetterhorn or the face of Half Peak ( yeah , its only a 13er, 800ft headwall, 5.10 continous )

[@KFrost-fx7dt]

And that's why I watch videos of this mountain and that's good enough for me. With my luck and body weight I'd be on it when one of those slabs decides to come loose.

[@pyore2614]

Come to NC & do the trail from Sam's Gap to Big Bald. 6 1/2 miles one way on the Appalachain Trail

[@brandynking8480]

You guys need to do the 7 Devils in Riggins Idaho and summit all 7 Devils

[@jasonthomas16]

I’d love to hike capital one day. The exposure is intimidating for sure. Wouldn’t want to be on the Knife Edge and have any bad weather coming.

[@rickb5946]

As awesome as usual!!! Respect!

[@hoganwarlock1430]

You guys should try Snowmass Peak. IMO it's just as interesting, varied, and fun as Capitol Peak (especially if you bring your skis.). It wasn't quite as extreme as Capitol with exposure, but the views are just as killer.

[@drp3223]

You guys should have done the ridge direct route!

[@Hamsterkibble6]

Great channel! Thanks

[@michaelfitzgerald434]

Beautiful as always!

[@enigma9548]

I had an old friend lose her life this past weekend on Capitol Peak, she was crossing the knife edge when a rock she was holding onto gave way. This mountain was on my bucket list, but now i'm not so sure. rip Sarah

[@ArkansasGamer]

I'm sorry for your loss. I'm debating doing Capitol Peak also, but I might hire a guide if possible.

[@Theninjaonthemountains]

Best Capitol video I ever watched!! Loved that you guys were running and not hiking like most do. I will be tackling this bad boy next summer. how long did it take round trip?

[@MediocreAmateur]

Strava says the elapsed time was about 8 hours. It was an awesome peak I'm sure you'll enjoy it (weather permitting of course)

[@Theninjaonthemountains]

@@MediocreAmateur wow 8hrs even with you guys running a good bit. ok thanks

[@shelbynjakesdad]

Where’s Blake these days? We want more Blake!!!

[@mike13runs]

I've been wondering as well

[@ChrisPBacon-wy5ry]

@@mike13runs according to his insta, he’s had knee problems for the past two years or so and his job got more demanding on top of that.

[@mike13runs]

@@ChrisPBacon-wy5ry yup, for sure. I started following him on IG a bit back

[@alehax27]

The subtle unexpected humor is so funny

[@awd2272]

Danny you are nothing but an amazing mountaineer. good luck man and thanks for filming and sharing👍✌ by the way, why do you guys run for climbing and descending??? isn't it harmful for knees specially carrying stuff along???

[@rahkinrah1963]

Where did your trekking poles disappear to?

[@lcb9807]

This is the stuff to "binge" on!! Rockstars!!!!

[@acefrehley28]

Wondering how long it took you to go from capitol lake to the summit and back?

[@timothylogan4208]

Still missing Blake. Wish he'd pop in for an adventure.

[@TreasuredHeights]

Too windy for the drone? sucks to carry up extra weight.

[@ceciliajoylee]

omg my dad does crazy hikes and runs and stuff like you guys, and he also loves little debbies, that part made me laugh so hard

[@chrisbenitez6548]

what's your camera set up? Cuz I see you doing vlogging shots while having the go pro on your person. I'm asking, because I'm thinking of incorporating a similar set up to get climbing shots: i.e. a mirrorless camera AND a go pro to get smoother action shots

[@MatthewMakris]

Which month/time of year did you climb this? I was thinking about doing this at the end of September.

[@amols101]

The video upload date is June 25, 2018 which means their climb was likely a few days before that.

[@VikramBisht]

what is the track at the beginning of video and at 5:00 ?

[@area51r]

OH MY GOSH can your knees still allow you to do that downhill like that?

[@gabrielstauffacher1108]

Is there a solid place to hike into and camp at to shorten the hike down from 16 miles round trip? My idea is to hike in one afternoon, get up round 4am to hit the summit then make my way back to my camp for another evening of sleep. Leave the next day. What have people done?

[@svbeto6429]

You can camp at the lake at base of ascent

[@strokthis99]

@Mediocre Amateur When are you guys going to do the Skyline Traverse in GNP?

[@JGKski360]

whats a harder and more dangerous climb between this and mount whitney mountaineers route?

[@jeffmerrill6241]

When you guys made this climb, what was the day/month. I'm planning a climb for June 8th and was curious if that is too early in the year

[@ViaFerrataCH]

What was the hardest route you ever did?

[@nathanperry1505]

how about a vid on the Ellingwood Arete, Crestone Needle

[@adventurewrldwide]

bro that climb is nutz!

[@darrinheinz152]

Great video! Besides the gopro, what camera did you use, it looked awesome?

[@Studyworld908]

What a amazing view literally I liked it.....😙

[@normiewoo787]

I love you guys.

[@dimitriosgreek1458]

I got dizzy at 08:58

[@madmanswhispers]

"It was like the Fourth of July and my Birthday" Confirmed: Danny is America

[@robmills7611]

Wow! It did look like the sound of music!

[@thepageboys8830]

Danny B's hat collection is money.

[@plusultraadventure]

Any advice for a beginner KZbinr? I love your channel and have done Tri’s with you Blake from your house. Here’s a basic video I did. I’d love your advice...Hike Review: Epic Ridgeline Traverse

[@plusultraadventure]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXaXdmx_ac-Ed6M

[@PerfDayToday]

I suppose late day weather, with lightning is also a factor on the decents, no?

[@MediocreAmateur]

Yeah it's definitely a risk. The more I learn about these Colorado peaks the more I realize one big threat is afternoon storms and lightning.

[@danieljensen2626]

@@MediocreAmateur Yup, off the summit by noon is the general rule of thumb in Colorado, although for climbs like this being off the ridge by noon would probably be a better plan.

[@vishalp5586]

Doesn’t it damage your knees more running downhill than hiking?

[@paxundpeace9970]

Does depend on the technique