I tried to survive 24 hours with Alex Honnold! (I did it again..)

[@richardlee5412]

Love how every few hours they turn around and collectively think Sam's dead for like 3 seconds XD

[@XXSFA7]

They will shout "Sam?" one at a time, and then Sam would reply lol.

[@oktag0n]

Sams a legend for sticking it through without bailing. True man.

[@zagrosqazy3798]

😂🤣🤣

[@johnnyd.j.6068]

haha XD LOL

[@pirate0bloodyskull]

@@johnnyd.j.6068 LMFAO ROLF HAHAHAHAH

[@Tan12]

Can we talk about Sam following right along while filming though?! Dude's a beast himself

[@MrSatchelpack]

Pfft, camera man doesn't die.

[@extremechimpout]

He isn't climbing he is just filming

[@shadow24754]

​@@extremechimpoutno he was climbing with them

[@jeefthebeef-21wrx]

Sam is a V9 climber from what I saw on a previous video, he's definitely good

[@dasvidanjatv]

@@extremechimpout you think he just teleported up there?

[@geraint8989]

“Any dangerous animals out here?” Yeah, there’s something called a Honnold that smiles at you and lures you to your doom.

[@misatsundere399]

Exactly what I thought!

[@cre8tvedge]

@@misatsundere399 But in the end he's the guy who talks you down 100% focused on your safety.

[@nate2838]

Hes the male version of a siren 😂

[@kjacob836]

😂

[@brokkolimannen]

very g00d comment. in my humble oppini0n.

[@Omosou]

Only Alex will talk about how chill of a climb it is and how he almost died doing it in the same breath

[@nkszs]

Timestamp anyone?

[@altruisticlemur]

@@nkszs 3:47

[@Batwam0]

That part was brilliant, “oh yeah, I almost died on this very mountain” 😂

[@emperorsascharoni9577]

Same Mountain different climb

[@tingtingli9431]

@@altruisticlemur i love magnus just looks to the camera while alex talks like "you hearing this??"

[@felixburman5988]

Just wanted to drop a quick comment about the editing, storytelling and music choice. doesn't seem to be mentioned loads but especially this style of video from magnus is edited brilliantly and the music perfectly reflects the feelings of him for the viewer. great job from the editor!

[@sheldonshells]

i was just thinking that too!! i didn’t realize how long the video was and that i watched the whole thing until the end

[@skyex5047]

The go pro pov wide angle is hard to grasp though

[@felixburman5988]

@@skyex5047 I suppose, on the other hand the exposure of the situation they are in does restrict the camera choice so can't blame them. Its also not used too much

[@finbarshields]

I gotta advise a new font/fade in effect for the text on the screen though

[@TheQuicksilver115]

Definitely agree!

[@omgurheadsgone]

9:35 - Magnus, you guys should do a video next where “Alex Honnold has to survive 24 hours with Magnus” and you guys hang out, do some climbing and at some point you bring him to a karaoke bar and you hold him to his word! Make him do at least one karaoke song, it would be hilarious to see you guys perform like a duet popular karaoke song or something lmao! DO IT! 😂🥹

[@boogaloo4640]

I want to see them do Barbie Girl. Alex has to be Barbie though

[@ThunderChunky101]

Haha! It would be funny to see Alex uncomfortable for once.

[@nate2838]

@@ThunderChunky101 The thing is, you might not see it. I would not be at all surprised if it doesn't show.

[@wasp4033]

"we'll be hopefully be down by sunset" cuts to pitch black climbing lmao

[@wtbanyname]

I mean, they were down and the sun was set. He wasn't lying... lol

[@kostar500]

That was the funniest part… (or the most dangerous…)

[@SvenTheShoeBuyer]

See them climb down the mountain in the dark is pretty scary. And just going off of Alex’s estimate of how he thinks they’re getting down when he hadn’t climbed it before. Very daring.

[@sleepy.philly]

@@SvenTheShoeBuyerfor real! his instinct must be 💯💯💯

[@alexbowring7489]

@34:42 was a big telling moment imo. Alex revealing he saw Magnus do the death crimp in his reverse move -- and then if you go back to @34:00 where Magnus did this, immediately after Alex stopped encouraging Magnus to climb, completely changed tact and told him to bail out and climb down. Shows how perceptive Alex is, he encouraged Magnus when he thought it was safe and as soon as he got a sense the Magnus was doing something dangerous completely changed to try and get him down as safely as possible.

[@stephanglo8234]

Alex is a genuinely good dude

[@jamescombridgeart]

Yeah respect. he makes a great coach

[@thomasmuc1339]

yeah, and you can tell that until the end of the video Magnus stays very pensive and solemn, he realized more and more what could have happened a couple of minutes before...

[@alexanderhirt1558]

Can someone explain this? What is a death crimp?

[@joshiemob]

@@alexanderhirt1558it is like a small hold with a very little surface portion of the wall

[@wyskass861]

Alex is a good study in how human psychology deals with risk and probabilities. We get used to driving a few feet apart from another car on 2 lane roads, approaching each other a 160mph, where you have no control over the other person making a mistake and just killing you instantly. And we do this regularly, yet somehow walking on say a 2 foot wide ledge 1000 ft off the ground would be considered insane, even though it would be the easiest thing to do if 2 feet off the ground. Capability, control, consequence and probability aren't considered rationally by the brain normally. Alex is considered "crazy" because in fact he's fully rational about risk and his approach to it. It's backwards, like Catch 22. It's not normal to be as rational as he is.

[@chachicullopapi]

Fully agree the psychology alone in these two videos they've done is incredibly fascinating especially because we are talking to professionals who are at the top of the top of what they do, and what they do involves incredible levels of danger and in many cases, death. And that is what life is really all about.

[@formulaic78]

This might be true if other rational free climbers hadn't fallen to their deaths.

[@Blackoutwhiteout23]

@@formulaic78 its also true that most free solo climbers have been from a more adventurer background - mountaineers, adreline junkies, big wall climbers. Alex was first a gym climber for 10 years. This is why he is so statistically unique (most of his "easy" free solo routes havent been repeated yet). So he has the technical chops to climb v12 and the 15 year experience on big walls with and without ropes. The usual risk assessment does not apply here because free soloing is a tiny community, we just dont know enough.

[@ThunderChunky101]

You're spot on. I spent a huge chunk of my life driving at high speeds on little English country roads, and it wasn't until I had kids that this changed. I still have the urge. It's hard to shake.

[@wyskass861]

@@ThunderChunky101 Me too. I enjoyed very high speed driving most of my life. I wasn't "reckless" imo, but loved the forced focus and being in the zone much like solo free climbing. After selling my car and living in a city for many years, when I drive infrequently now I have a hard time believing how fast I used to be. I also don't enjoy driving anymore especially in traffic, but as you, sometimes get the urge to go faster which would make it enjoyable otherwise. There is also the factor that you get used to processing information at faster rates so you do get better at it, and without practice it actually is more difficult and dangerous.

[@RobKavanagh-p3x]

you two guys could easily have your own sitcom, Alex is one of the most unintentionally funny people I've come across and magnus just plays off his deadpan nature.

[@Kevin-xs8xn]

x100

[@kez99]

i'd pay money to watch that.

[@TrekTops]

would watch that

[@Coolcmsc]

Sam is the hero here 😂

[@Coolcmsc]

And Verdon - yes please. This is becoming an important series, thank you guys 🎉

[@aaronward2952]

I love the decision to get off that last climb. And Alex’s ability to recognize the overgripping and encourage the right decision. Rad!

[@BiggieChungulus]

It's true, people think Alex is just some crazy dude but nah he knows exactly what he's doing and is responsible when others dabble in his niche of a niche hobby

[@trustnugget280]

It's interesting to me that so far I've personally felt like Alex was too easily encouraging Magnus on climbs that potentially are above what he feels comfortable or safe enough doing. But this was a really good example of how he assesses the situation and tells Magnus to back down if it doesn't seem like a good idea.

[@Idiomatick]

@@BiggieChungulus Like 4 of his friends died on falls though.

[@markhatch9893]

@@trustnugget280 Seems very scripted, imo. Like this video was made as damage control for the first one because of all the backlash Alex got and now Alex says it's okay for Magnus to quit on what appeared to be an easy climb? Lol.

[@extraslayar4585]

@@Idiomatick They didn't die because he pushed them to go above and beyond. They were fellow hobbyist in the niche sport and made their own choices that ended poorly. Every video/interview I've seen where Alex has a inexperienced person along on a climb even with ropes he is always encouraging to push their boundaries but at the same time trust their gut when something feels off.

[@papaspoon1550]

I love how chill Alex is with all the soloing, hes not forcing anyone to do the climb you can just tell he knows that completing the climb will feel amazing and just wants you to experience that but of course hes not gonna pressure you or want you to end up as paste

[@pablomedinah]

The most impressive thing to me is how in tune Alex is to how Magnus is feeling. When magnus starts having trouble finding a hold he inmediately changes his tune to make sure Magnus starts moving downward. It is also super sweet how he tries to cheer Magnus up after the scare.

[@Sol0666]

Yeah he instantly changed from, this is going to be easy to yeah actually these holds are a bit tricky to not exert additional pressure on Magnus. Maybe should not have encouraged that 6b at all but its hard to say.

[@hundredcaws]

He has been criticized for the previous one.

[@emilyscloset2648]

@@Sol0666 I think Alex's mentality is anyone who can climb 8's should never fall on a 6. So I think it was at least reasonable fo them to try it. But would have pushed a line to encourage after magnus felt uneasy

[@Talisman09]

no

[@sanyo_neezy]

I bet Alex would be a great trip sitter 😂

[@jjburnes5176]

I deeply appreciate you showing the bail and how you turned around to prioritize safety. I recently bailed off a trad lead at the edge of my grade (“just” a 5.8, but for me it was one of the hardest trad leads I’d done). I felt bad backing down and seeing my partner send it, but it just felt scary to me and I wasn’t confident. Seeing someone like you who I respect so much make a decision to down climb really is helpful and refreshing to see.

[@wicowan]

remember the walls will always be there, they are almost eternal. Going down once or more is nothing compared to falling once

[@jordanthomas3279]

@@wicowangreat way to put it safety first! (unless you’re alex 😂)

[@garethebbs4628]

Having had a serious accident lately on a trad climb after not backing off, I can safely say this is the right decision. It's not worth it. Keep that mentality.

[@jerthebear27]

Have done the same, always try to remember to keep my ego in check when I feel uncomfortable

[@markhatch9893]

That's a lot of words to say you were scared and quit. Greatness and world records are on the other side of that fear. Nobody would have discovered Everest if they had your mindset.

[@YohanRelationshipAdvice]

My favorite part he said he doesnt like to talk about his feelings. What a great opportunity to respect his wishes. Good communication on his part.

[@jackyou3145]

He doesn’t have feelings. He’s a nihilist.

[@Zacharias_Ellingsen]

⁠@@jackyou3145Nihilists have feelings, it’s just about not needing a grand purpose in life (of course a bit more to it lol)

[@lyangelo]

Honestly, these two characters together is pure climbing YT gold. Thanks for giving us this gentleman.

[@rundown132]

agreed, CONTENT MACHINES lmao

[@GutShot111]

Alex and Magnus have such different yet complementary personalities, and it makes their dynamic so entertaining to watch. Alex is super chill and methodical, with a dry sense of humor that makes even the craziest situations feel casual. Magnus, on the other hand, is full of energy and curiosity-he’s more open about his nerves and emotions, which makes him super relatable. Alex brings the calm expertise, while Magnus adds enthusiasm and a sense of adventure. They balance each other perfectly!

[@Balomis]

Magnus nervously asking for affirmation only to be met with Alex's confident ignorance will never not be funny

[@uncle_rick333]

Absolutely nailed absolutely nailed that analysis. Make them super interesting to watch… 1mill views in 2 days with 2 mill followers says it all

[@RattusNorvegicuz]

@@Balomis that said confidence and ignorance scares me.....

[@canadianalternativeartscol6098]

I was just about to comment the same thing haha. I love their colabs

[@jealnoslyn]

Absolutely. I think that's why I like these videos so much. They couldn't be more different, but somehow that causes them to have really good chemistry and balance.

[@dandymcgee]

My favorite thing about Magnus is that he's insanely skilled, but doesn't have a big head. He knows his limits, and respect the hell out of them. Alex, too. Great guys, showing us how the sport should be done.

[@fayisk5680]

The ending of the video really portrayed a man who was grateful to have survived and live another day. The contemplation of a "next time" at the end was really deep. We love you Magnus. Alex! What an absolute legend.

[@luke_mckay]

So true! Massive respect in that moment. Magnus hung on the shot of him looking up for the perfect amount of time.

[@afrobossi8360]

Magnus looking humbled. And who wouldnt in the prospect of dieing

[@ThunderChunky101]

Can't wait for Verdun! Has to happen. Some lovely climbs there.

[@squidfather]

The Alex school of confidence. Magnus: "Hey that could slide..." Alex: "No it won't"

[@ftswamp]

I think he was just in a rush at that point because it was getting dark

[@HuckleberryHim]

"This rock looks like it's about to fall off" "lmao ima jump on it" (it was not going anywhere though, it was gigundous)

[@silasward7316]

"do you trust that old tree tree?" "well I just did."

[@PumpiPie]

😂​@@silasward7316

[@marckirby7356]

Alex is like I lived this long I think I know what I'm doing.. as magnus is being super cautious

[@mrme4362]

I love Alex and I’ve come across your channel because of him and let me tell you, this is peak KZbin. Thoroughly entertaining, educating and emotional. Thank you. Be careful out there Magnus !

[@VDB1]

Next video: My girlfriend reacts to me surviving 24 hours with Alex Honnold!

[@warrenking3153]

Facts 😂

[@saureeeegogo]

Are they still together? With Marte

[@Marrv_Tech]

Didn't he promise to never do it again? 😂

[@gurban9446]

My immediate thoughts as well

[@Parapumbito]

I dont think thats gonna happen :(

[@jakobbauz]

It is really amazing how perceptive Alex is to how Magnus is doing and how he encourages him in one situation and cautions him, really arguing against him continuing, in the other. I would guess that it is all intuition - fine-tuned in an entire lifetime of soloing. I think I would feel safer with him soloing than with anyone else.

[@hairlesscactus]

There's so much I like about the video. Alex talking about drinking the stagnant water, scrambling up a mountain with loose rocks, eating a red pepper, the music and of course the climbing! Stay safe Magnus!

[@luke_mckay]

What makes the videos with Alex so enjoyable are his insanely casual statements that are actually hilarious to the layman. "I would move my feet out of frame, but I don't want to fall to my death."

[@kmsch986]

And the casual, I drank the water when I ran out and pooped my pants for a month 😂

[@Jonas-jq5xl]

He talks about death a lot in a stoic sense. He is aware of it, but doesn’t let it consume him.

[@patheddles4004]

Alex's deadpan is a genuine delight.

[@christianefiorito3204]

Dry but true

[@Seagull94]

It was refreshing to see you decide to bail on that solo at the end. That was the right call even though you have done much more difficult routes. I think some folks who watch free soloers on youtube get left with the impression that one must commit to the entire thing or else it's not a worthwhile endeavor. Clearly that isnt the case

[@teleotto]

Every easter Norwegians gets blasted from the media about the Norwegian Mountain Code nine rules. Rule 8: Don’t be ashamed to turn around.

[@Sh0ckeh]

Alex Honnold is such a legend. Very chill and comfortable guy to hang out with, honestly. Yes he does do extreme stuff cuz hes not afraid of heights at all, but so what. He's still human. People judge him without knowing him way too fast. "Oh he must be insane cuz he does free solos and scrambling without a rope". It''s like.... no. Not at all. What a legend. Nice vid.

[@sattlerdaniel4681]

Magnus, turning back was the right decision. Everyone should know and respect their own limits. It’s wonderful to see that you two aren’t turning this trip into a competition but are simply having fun and making it home safely. Alex, I mean this in the kindest and most fun way possible: you’re delightfully crazy - and that’s what makes you unique!

[@snower13]

Meanwhile, I had to turn back from watching the video.

[@AlexCham]

"If you didn't think you were going to die today, then I haven't done my job properly..." 2:50 yeah that would be my cue to leave 😭

[@daswienerle3018]

And it didn't get any better after that. Why would you keep going?!?!

[@Wijkert]

Time to nope the hell out!

[@omtakes]

bonding through close calls and tempting mountain lions *how heavy is the lightest mini-gun one can carry? - i’d rather be grilling yakitori tbh 😅

[@zeno4538]

He was joking though

[@omtakes]

@@zeno4538 …some jokers have some truth to their jokes, at least for me 🤓 edit: but it’s good. he pushes for experiences, just like the first. and seems to always looking to improv and learn and he’ll take you along with him. push and pulls, and learning your current limits . good stuff

[@CKarmorr]

Fair play to you Magnus, it takes a big man to push his limits, but it takes a bigger man to recognise when he shouldn't. Glad you had the humility to recognise what felt unsafe and went with that rather than push on from feeling pressured to do it. You're a fantastic role model, you should be proud of yourself.

[@BrumbleJumble]

Alex is just so incredibly intriguing. Its almost impossible not to be entertained just listening him talk about his adventures in such a matter of fact kind of way.

[@ninety_ldn]

More of Magnus' emotional side! Its a rarely expressed trait for any one, let alone in situations where a vulnerability is seen as inability or weakness or fear. It helps me rationalise scary situations, and help others in their scary situations.

[@aln89]

I love how these guys are two of the best climbers in the world but they have nothing left to prove so they just go out and have fun on chill excursions like these. Great content Magnus, I hope that you and Alex continue to go on adventures like these! Looking forward to Verdun!

[@mardag00]

The music is spot on, the dialogues feel like they are written by a screenwriter, the editing is great. I enjoyed watching it more than 99% of the movies I've seen lately.

[@DesVenin]

Bruh Magnus has such good vibes with everyone he does a collab with, love to see it. My palms are sweating watching this.

[@sergiarilla8608]

Mom's spaghetti

[@Sol0666]

I had to gather myself for a short moment before clicking on this.

[@dlife7427]

He's got a great nature about him

[@blakeleonard3990]

Magnus: “have you had any close calls with really easy stuff?’ Alex: “yea on this mountain actually”

[@nickaborr]

8:40 this genuineness of Magnus is so heartwarming to see, like a real sincere person, not just a content creator

[@yannik9730]

It might not have been but that segment felt the fakest to me.

[@Miboi]

12:18 "Should we test it?" just crazy to me

[@Michael.lesser]

He just jumps on stuff with both feet to ''test it'' Pure animal

[@jufgnarri]

Came to the comments immediately looking for this 😂

[@reason5935]

@@Michael.lesser because its obviously too heavy in comparison to how much he weights

[@JacobLikesMusic]

Yeah, honestly that has me a lot more worried than the free soloing.

[@andreicmello]

It looks crazy to all of us but think of how much experience Alex has with this. He knew that rock wasn't going anywhere.

[@rezaulkarim-py2gn]

35:12 Magnus: “I can't believe he just walked up that like that” Bro, that's why he is the GOAT!

[@AvonNabors]

the first 17 minutes of this does absolutely zero justice. I solo scrambeled up Mt Rainbow (the mountain next to Wilson) got lost, and hiked back in the dark before. It took 10 hours and I was sore for like 2 weeks after

[@BobSanders33]

Alex is an absolute monster in the mountains. His engine is unreal. I’m convinced that he could finish top half at a race like Hardrock with minimal training and a lot better if he trained for it. He’ll never do it though lol.

[@ryangross5446]

yeah these type of videos dont really do the effort justice at all. Ive climbed up a small mountain and it is MUCH harder than videos make it seem lol. These guys have to be insanely fit to be chilling like they are after a near vertical approach for 2 miles

[@08Shade80]

@@BobSanders33 He's competitive! I could see him doing something like that

[@BobSanders33]

@@08Shade80 I guess never say never, but he said would never do one. I think it was during the HURT movie on Reel Rock/Red Bull. He loves doing long efforts, but only when technical rock climbing is interspersed.

[@08Shade80]

@BobSanders33 oh ok I never heard that. Makes sense

[@Bassalicious]

At 17:40 I was amazed this wasn't the end of the video. You could've easily made this into 2 banger videos but decided to make it one epic one. Hats off, Magnus. Thanks for the awesome content!

[@turtletavern_4859]

Yeah longer form content is so much harder to come across than it used to be

[@Bassalicious]

@@turtletavern_4859 Especially high quality stuff like this is an increasingly rare treat for sure!

[@lukedean1769]

I've really enjoyed the videos that you make with Alex. You guys seem to have great banter, and the importance of your periodic safety check-ins cannot be overstated. Your decision to turn back this time proves that you put thought into the risks you take, which greatly enhances my enjoyment of your content. I'd love to see another episode of your adventures! Stay safe out there.

[@MechSci]

0:59 bro's using the same tactics and Magnus is still falling for it 😭

[@theclown3967]

"This is pretty exposed." "Yeah. Lol." "That rock could still fall, eh?" "Lol. No, it's fine." Very big brother energy.

[@ngcf4238]

I thought it was funny that Alex revealed more and more info the further they got, and hence the further invested they became, along the climb.

[@christianefiorito3204]

Magnus does exactly what he wants to do, not more not less. He is a grown up man and very accomplished climber

[@oteimoto85]

You guys seem to have become fast friends. And I get the impression that Alex doesnt let people past his guard easily. It's such a natural interaction and one of my favorite things about the video.

[@AbiSaysThings]

Funnily enough even though he's obviously very good with social media, and a totally different personality, I get a similar impression about Magnus.

[@Thearkillian]

A lot of mutual respect for each other you can feel through watching

[@rippilot2113]

The whole video is just Magnus expressing fear for his life and Alex going "Isn't this so cool" lmao. Great dynamic.

[@LMTtheRMT]

Magnus and Alex are such an epic power duo! The banter you two have is so much fun to watch

[@KranoHub]

10:30 - jesus just the way Alex walks along the edge of the cliff like it's only a 2ft drop has got ma palms sweating 🤣

[@kenanjones3481]

it's probably safer for him because he's so chill. When you're scared and constantly thinking about how far down it is, it's easier to make a mistake and actually fall.

[@Melmaster3]

⁠@@kenanjones3481There’s a fine balance to it. Magnus pointed out a few times that there’s a trade off of safety when you’re that chill for most folks. Alex is just built different lmao

[@KranoHub]

@@kenanjones3481 Yeah he truly is a specimen. Did you see one of his documentaries where it showed he has much smaller amygdala activation? The dude quite literally doesn't get as scared of regular things like most do. Awesome guy tho

[@KranoHub]

@@Melmaster3 Can't argue with that, when I watch Free Solo and saw this dude balance using a tiny thumb hold I was just like........ bro this guy is not from earth 🤣

[@jamesnm21]

That's why it's dangerous to follow him ​too far because inevitably your nerves will get the better of you and he is not a reliable indicator of risk past a certain point. @KranoHub

[@GrumpyBottom]

"I on-sight solo'd that, like with a pack on, as a rest day activity" (36:44) is a sentence that can literally only come out of Alex Honnold's mouth. Dude is unbelievable.

[@flaves6853]

I will never forget my reaction to your last video with Alex. My hands clammed up the moment you started climbing 😭 Now, a while later.. I’ve been climbing 3 times a week since watching that video. Thank you Magnus ❤

[@connorpierce1483]

That’s awesome! I also started climbing after 😊

[@PeterTeal77]

Lots to be said about the climbing, but I appreciate how good of a filmmaker Magnus has become. Really told the story of those two days, the beautiful scenes and all the ups and downs of different emotions/experiences. Also props to cameraman Sam (who survived I think)

[@shauny6220]

Honestly this video series with the free soloist Honnold I think KZbin ought to award you with some form an Emmy award. This is absolutely insane and yet captivating at the same time.

[@DevanConrad]

For all the joking about danger, at 34:10 Alex hears Magnus uncertainty and doubts so he firmly amplifies and supports Magnus's intuition to go back down.

[@anna-yc5ov]

i agree. but magnus has also already made up his mind in a way. if he would push him at that point it would be on him. and alex is very clear in not being responsible for decisions someone else made on their own (although he has a way to stir them in the 'right' direction), like he firmly states a few times he is certain HE won't die.. so what happens to anyone else is not on him, to say it bluntly.

[@MrThidious]

Magnus.... "Don't Do Crack"

[@JeanneNorthcutt]

Yes. I thought Alex was great in this video.

[@MrThidious]

@@JeanneNorthcutt lol he's good in every video 🤙🤙

[@JakeKim-lq9bu]

Also a great little insight about how Alex might have done the most amount of downclimbing than anyone in the world. Aborting a climb must be such a huge part of free soloing that we as viewers don't really think about. And you don't get to relax and rappel down with a rope. You still have to concentrate and spend just as much effort (maybe even more effort) climbing down as climbing up.

[@bjornahbel801]

These videos go into the vault of climbing history. Magnus is one of the few people with the reach and skills who can show us Honnald’s daily outings

[@DrunkenDemon]

Can we actually claim that? Or is this more about the content creation aspect. On second thought, there really arent that many people who climb on that Level xD

[@mistralextra9427]

​@@DrunkenDemonthere's a LOT of people who are better than Magnus, but he's definitely qualified to follow Alex

[@DrunkenDemon]

@@mistralextra9427 let me explain my line of thought a bit. While there are a lot of good climbers, there arent that many climbers. Globaly speaking.

[@albus5796]

so nice to see magnus in touch with his feelings and also starting talks like these with people, refreshing!

[@AndradeFacu]

I think the two Honnold videos are the best two videos in your channel, the story and the interactions are amazing

[@bertmaclen6585]

Really fun till he get himself or someone else killed by pressing them into a free solo climb.

[@pornstarnarek]

I agree, this was beautiful to watch

[@ThunderChunky101]

Best videos on all KZbin, imo. Must have watched that first video 20 times now.

[@ThisHandleFeatureIsStupid]

@@bertmaclen6585 lol 0/10 situation analysis on your end, champ. 🤦‍♂

[@reedco.estateagents4067]

There is so much positive to say about this film. The story telling - brilliant, the honesty - brutal, the friendship- beautiful. So great. I’m loving what you’re doing. Congratulations

[@chandler2814]

Magnus is beyond humble, love him for it. Also mad props to them both, my hands sweat watching this id die real mountain climbing my vo.fort zone is the gym 😅

[@baconx6476]

Love Alex and this was a great adventure you had with him. The people that hate on him cuz he made magnus do this, this is a collab between two skill climbers. Alex know how skillful Magnus is and he's also very in-tune with his limitation, hence at the end he encouraged Magnus to climb down, reaffirming his decision to do so. Look, the guy is just built different, and can reassess danger better than most people because he's gone through them already.

[@chrunchmaster]

Alex is just as enthusiastic about Magnus trying the second climb as he is about Magnus bailing the second climb. Probably why Alex is still alive! He's just very upfront about how he feels on any given wall

[@markusst5967]

Apart from all the awesome content. This whole episode is so well filmed and cut, its nothing short of a top class documentary. really top quality.

[@AlexeiDrummond]

So interesting how Magnus's bouldery power was making Alex's 8c project look like it would go down in just a few tries for him, but then he wisely demurred completing a technical 6b with no rope (good decision!). Two elite climbers with radically different experience and repertoires.

[@felathar1985]

"Have you ever almost died Alex" "oh yea in this mountain" Magnus : *jim faces the camera*

[@MichaelHughes124]

As a former Phoenix, AZ dweller, running out of water was the most nerve-racking part of this crazy-ass video.

[@midwestmuffin]

That's what I was thinking. If it was camelback mid day one bottle of water??

[@christianefiorito3204]

Yeah that was a moment I worried too

[@ramsessiereveld2824]

I love how Alex is always gently pushing Magnus and talking him up, but when push comes to shove and he sees that Magnus is actually scared he supports the call to bail and even pushes the bail option. Very in tune for a man who claims to have difficulties with human social cues.

[@juanjuan5698]

I mean. It’s still obvious that he doesn’t understand a lot of social cues well.

[@extraslayar4585]

He doesnt understand social cues however he has mastered the ones that matter. He understands what he does for fun is extreme for most in his sport.

[@AndreaCalligarisClimbing]

He doesn't have problems with social cues. He's not autistic: he has schizoid traits.

[@Arcessitor]

@@AndreaCalligarisClimbing You can have plenty problems with social cues without being autistic.

[@christianefiorito3204]

He is a great tutor, just he himself had a great turor in Tommy Caldwell

[@Alvias]

The zoom on Magnus face and his expression when Alex talked about going soloing gives me The Office vibes

[@Hosef-dv8bt]

Yep like bouldering...

[@alishajohnson3741]

Yesss. Thank you, boys. Well done! Such a fresh treat. ❤

[@parascitzo9455]

Honnold is such an elegant climber. Not the most athletic nor the strongest, but he is so calm and confident in what he does

[@nate2838]

Its awesome watching the two of you climb together. It really highlights how different things are. I also appreciate that you got to a point where you weren't sure of your ability to get down and turned around there, as well as Alex's comment on the reserve strength and not pushing yourself to use it. There are so many different aspects to climbing and how things can develop, you two talking about the different points is educational.

[@ZoFilms]

I was camping out here whenever they were both out there unknowingly and woke up to Alex talking about him pooping … 10/10 experience , wish I asked for a picture

[@colehibbard2851]

When were they there? I’ve been to red rock a couple times this year and might’ve just missed them

[@iLikeTurtles-O.o]

Love when you get together with Alex. Compared to many of the video collabs or interviews with Alex, I feel like you really get to see the real him in the videos you two do together.

[@sven_k]

18:05 "Could definitely see myself falling on this " Cuts to Alex not holding the brake strand

[@BP-zc2om]

Note to self: never have a free solo guy belay you up a wall

[@08Shade80]

Whoa you're right! I totally thought it was proper position but like "lefty". But obviously grigis don't face that way. He holds it super weird

[@aimetek]

"the better they climb the worst they belay"

[@nicuman5756]

Seeing just Magnus climb outside on any route is a treat, but these collabs with Alex are just something else. Alex’s personality is amazing and they work really well togheter, very entartaining. I hope this gets the most views, it deserves it, and can’t wait for their next video!💪

[@michaeltaggart597]

Hey Magnus, I’d love to see you and Alex sit down and watch the climbing you did free soloing and talk about what your technique, and what you were doing. Why it was smart to back off? What were key points in the climb and what questions are you asking yourself and solving?

[@christianefiorito3204]

They probably cut that out of the video because its technical and dry and would bore most people. They spent two evenings together so the had time to talk

[@Broanater]

I love that even though Alex is an insanely talented climber he is so accepting and supportive when Magnus starts to feel scared. Like the last climb Alex is chilling past where Magnus got stuck but he's just like, "You tried the holds, backed down a bit cause they didn't feel right. You're good, just climb down."

[@hundredcaws]

You dont seem to understand what happens. This is second time now. He has been a lot different the first time.

[@Phoebus20]

This whole video is just a humble-off between Magnus and Alex, interspersed with Magnus being terrified and Sam definitely not dying.

[@pandaborg2466]

Alex is so chill while magnus is going like I can really easily die right here and Sam is just dead in the back

[@backpacking_trombonist]

5:00 The fun thing about desert climbing is that you never find the actual approach trail until you descend it. Getting lost and bushwhacking is an integral part of the experience.

[@bowski233]

12:18 Magnus: This thing looks like it's about to come out. Alex: *proceeds to hop on it immediately* this guy is mental

[@youtime18]

It's okay because "it's like so gigundus" 😂🤣

[@delepiane]

He gives me more anxiety than the future.

[@RC.13]

That was just unnecessary and frankly stupid. Why add unnecessary risk to an already incredibly dangerous activity?

[@jakethedetailsnake]

9:17 “eh. No more than I should be.” I lovvvve his comments on things like this. He’s not irrationally afraid of a tight space because chances are very very high he’s not going to be in a life threatening tight space intentionally and even if he does he’s ok with the fact that if it’s that tight to be genuinely and deeply afraid of it, he’s probably just going to be dead and expending energy on such fear is not even remotely worth it. And to follow it up with the comments about karaoke. It’s not fear. It’s just genuinely not in his interest. Many people would try to project fear onto him. He’s rational enough to know that singing would not kill him but entertainment is not at all in his area of interest so he’s not willing to accept other people’s projection of fear onto him. Just a fascinating (and rather refreshing) no nonsense guy.

[@rajmathew6220]

I'm glad we only know about your Alex Honnold collabs after you do them, and the video is out, because I would be terrified anytime before.

[@redflametech]

You are the master of interviewing Alex Honnold. It is hilarious the things you ask him and get him to say. It's the most ridiculous dry humor that comes out just stupid funny. Great vlog!

[@RC.13]

Everyone's talking about how "chill" Alex is and how hes such a good guide. I personally thinking leading two others on a route where you don't even know where you're going, not allowing enough daylight time, and then joking about one or both of them dying is just straight up irresponsible and disrespectful. 12:21 just solidifies how I feel about Alex's unnecessary risk-taking.

[@benwolpert]

So much respect to you Magnus for listening to yourself when you were uncomfortable, even if your ego said you should do it. Alex was right on coaching you to do what you felt was right. Much respect to Alex for the years of experience and ability that he displayed in onsighting even just that short (relatively speaking) pitch. Then to downclimb it. He is absolutely a solid climber. Likewise, thank you for showing people the real side of free soloing. It is not always pretty and perfect where you get a send and everything is great. It is not always people pushing it too far and dying. A lot of it is just like what you did. Going as far as your body, gut, fear allows and then going back to the comfort zone. I think that is the right way to climb or do anything in life. With a rope or not. I think the rope, if anything, can give a false sense of security that makes people push past their fear. Especially with indoor climbing gyms having pads and ropes making people feel safe. At the end of the day, even with all that stuff, people fall and get hurt or die all the time. Free soloing is a much more real and honest view of climbing and life. Its also a lot more vulnerable and real just like you both showed. Thank you for sharing such a personal experience.

[@ttambm8639]

Watching Alex tell Magnus to not go any farther was a relief. I did not expect that at all and it's good to see.

[@extreme_ryan_delena]

As someone who’s climbed in Red Rocks. Those 4th class descents can be way scarier than the climbing routes. The scene with the old tree shows it well. Exposed ledges, loose rock, and just a few sparse cairns to point you the way. Not to mention you’re usually doing them in the dark because the best climbing season is late fall.

[@jdgonzo1982]

another great video Magnus, top editing...great chat and mini interviews...the honesty in your delivery is so relatable...thanks for keeping everything straight up and honest :)

[@Yarblocosifilitico]

'It'll be fine, totally safe... except maybe for the part I haven't done which could give us some trouble, and maybe the rattlesnakes, scorpions, mountain lions, intense heat... So, yeah, a cool, scenic adventure.'

[@ryankeane6614]

Fair play for not letting ego get in the way of knowing your limits in soloing (u don’t seem like egos an issue anyways!) huge respect for what you both do 😅

[@FCJxfelp]

My guy is truly obsessed with death. Its interesting that he said death is the only thing he's afraid of and it's probably the thing he talks about most often through-out the video

[@joshireland5835]

I respect Honnold so much for becoming the defacto free solo advocate for other climbers. He is such a patient and understanding person, absolutely zero pressure or judgement from him and he seems like such a good guide for someone attempting to enter that world, he is just there for the experience and adventure.

[@kostar500]

Really like how Alex confronts and manages problems and challenges. He has no fear but he knows where the limits are, and always performs with a positive attitude.

[@Siralantoon]

Alex is a real darling but he is one scary dude. Their last video together was a real test for Magnus. Kudos to him for coming back for more.

[@MaitreSpader]

Great great video. Alex is such a unique human being because he actually do extremely scary things out of pure passion. There is no ego, validation, self-harm, psychosis. He was just a special kid that started free solo because he was too scared to socialize with other climbers. Nowadays doing something like free soloing a wall you would obviously make a bunch of selfies and/or videos to get recognition but Alex simply does it by passion. Extremely rare and trully fascinating. All of you guys should watch his movie and read his book. BTW Magnus I've been following you for years not knowing anything about climbing but after reading a comment under the climbing video you made with Eddie Hall, I started typing "free solo" in the YT search bar... And man I started the process by watching your last video with Alex, totally got sweaty palms and cold sweats, then watched the Free Solo movie... Now I'm totally stuck and struck by this, climbing is absolutely unique and wonderful in many many aspects. Trully one of the ballsiest sport around and I'm coming from doing lots of extreme sports, racing stuff and combat sports. You guys kind of are gladiators, up there in your own league, above regular people.

[@freshsmilely]

would love to see Alex go do some of the stuff in Norway. i am sure he would have a blast and Magnus can show him some really cool routes as well.

[@ejeoesepehe4751]

alex is so fearless, I love how honest magnus is

[@robsin7570]

34:28 "i am just not sure if crack is better for you". Truely great advice there Alex!

[@DeadZzz8]

😂😂😂

[@cameronschmitter9325]

Crack kills

[@Lord_Juvens]

Glad to see that you know your limits and can swallow your ego and just back off if need be, that's some real strength right there! I'm happy all three of you made it back alright and had a great time! Stay safe

[@sparrowman6077]

Magnus is now figuring out what Tommy Caldwell talks about with climbing with Alex being like a drug… you don’t want to do it all of them time, but every once in a while, it’s a lot of fun.

[@PrimalMovers]

Brilliant film. The storytelling was so well captured and edited. You and Alex could easily make a feature film just trying stuff out and chatting about life!

[@MakeItWithCalvin]

I love how Magnus is ok talking about his feelings and emotions and Alex is like "Nope. Not my thing!" It shows a really unique side to people who engage in these kinds of activities.