Kayaking Patagonia's 3 Toughest Rivers For The First Time EVER | with Nouria Newman

[@redbull]

Correction: the kayaking trip happened on the Chile side of Patagonia, not Argentina as previously mentioned!!

[@starcloud4959]

No wonder i had trouble finding them on google maps haha.

[@BarryKruse]

When you hear one of the world’s most competent, courageous, and accomplished modern adventurers say “I’m scared. I’m really scared”, that should tell you how serious this is. A 15:00 video cannot come close to illustrating the hardships and incredible challenges these incredible folks face on almost every scout and portage on a trip like this. Truly astonishing. Many of these giant drops are class VI or damned close - where a mistake or a swim could cost you your life. Not to mention the incredible exposure they face when deep in the backcountry of some of the world’s most remote places - where no rescue would be possible. Nouria is one of the world’s greatest living athletes and explorers. Nothing but admiration for all she does and for all the people she paddles with.

[@antoniorosalez8221]

This is the craziest coolest most extreme adventure video I’ve ever watched, and all I came here expecting to see was some kayaking highlight footage in crazy rapids. These people literally go into the unknown with ridiculous amounts of gear and they hike through brush, climb up cliffs and mountains, and then kayak down the craziest rivers. Meanwhile they are out where no one is there to help them if they get hurt, and literally every aspect of what they are doing is extreme. I’ve never been more impressed in my life. This is so cool to watch

[@redbull]

Thanks for the support Antonio!!! 🙌🙌🙌 Very happy you liked the Video!! ❤

[@assplundah]

Absolutely! Well said btw.👍👌💪💪

[@luciagarcia5821]

Yes!!!!

[@drewwatson4258]

Agreed

[@benninger123]

This girl is the definition of strength, power , courage and just plain awesome. She is in so many ways a beautiful person. And a free going person , she loves what she does and it dont matter if you have a little or none at all money . She only needs enough to get her to where she wants to go and for her equipment, and thats it . And for me that is impressive. But they do say success is about money as much as it is about doing what u love to do everyday . I believe that whole heartedly. Please stay safe , keep on doing what u love . Because the day comes when u cannot do this any more or very little , you will loose a big part of yourself and that usually means your life has become non eventful. So good luck

[@stephenlee2894]

I'm a novice kayaker who can't even complete a roll but I watch these videos because it motivates and inspires me to work hard. I'll never run these rivers, but I am grateful that those who do record and share their experience for people like me. Outstanding!

[@redbull]

Practice makes perfect 💪 keep going at it, Stephen! ✌️

[@andresoyarzun8758]

You can!! just need some money to trip to chile and go for it, Not the whole river is as crazy as they show, instead there are hundred of meters you can do with mild to moderate level of difficulty !!

[@cassomusicproduction4819]

NEVER SAY NEVER!

[@seanmatthewking]

It motivates me to watch more sweet videos

[@johndoe-of3xb]

it inspires me more than ever to begin learning!

[@tylercat4356]

I am (almost) never afraid to push the boundaries on my mountain bike or snowboarding. I was always so confused when people said "how can you do that". but after watching this, jeez guys, HOW CAN YOU DO THAT? I way genuinely terrified watching this whole thing. Props to you, holy cow.

[@largemouthbassman5628]

So on top of kayaking they are doing crazy hikes with survival. Wow

[@mho...]

yeah well, big natural roaring rapids are kinda hard to find in citys 😎

[@kylemdaley]

Love this video, honestly you couldn’t pick a better team than this to take on a challenge like the Pascua. Nouria consistently amazes with her technical brilliance and fearlessness. I have followed Ben Stookesberry’s adventures for years and he is quite simply a legend of expedition kayaking. From Kayaking a remote walled-in gorge in Papua New Guinea’s jungles to running extreme drops on first descents in Africa, including one in which an expedition member was tragically pulled from his kayak by a crocodile, Ben has excelled at the extreme logistics required for these missions. Boomer is an absolute savage. I have followed some of his expeditions with Stookesberry, including one in which they kite ski across Greenland towing kayaks. On that mission and many others Boomer runs the drops nobody else will, the hardest of hard chargers. Send this crew on more adventures Red Bull! They never disappoint and work incredibly well as a team.

[@starbwoybling]

I wasn't wondering a thing other than atleast I get to watch someone do something I know I would never attempt. Thanks for risking it all for my entertainment.

[@Jburn92]

“You’re probably wondering, what is she doing here?” No I wasn’t wondering at all considering you’re in a red bull video and you’re wearing kayaking gear. My first assumption is that you are a pro.

[@dewmontain123]

honestly. lol i didnt think anything else this girl is redbull material

[@Josue-kr1jv]

Same

[@SuperHoneyOil]

NO NO NO you're all sexist for assuming a girl can't kayak....oh wait. No one thinks that. I hate this forced bs, just show the video. If its dope its dope.

[@kailenamooney8347]

@@SuperHoneyOil what?

[@sparks3663]

@@SuperHoneyOil haha funny joke.

[@lou36heron87]

A true geo-kayaking star, she goes to cool places all over the world, great talent, a true joy to watch, always great footage

[@stephss]

So inspirational!!! I'm glad everyone had fun and remained safe.

[@henrylaird9028]

What I think would be so cool @redbull is if every year you did a long xc race where people can go by what ever they want as long as it's human powered,they have to bring their own food and tent, get all your athletes toghter and get sponsored by different aspects of each sport. It might be a bit difficult as some are much faster than others, ie paraglider vs bike downhill but the course is designed to make each class fairly balanced. Plz like so they can see this

[@lukeaurand5722]

Henry Laird Idk if it’d be fair to race bikers against runners. Not all sports are geared at the same speed

[@denispenes5949]

@@lukeaurand5722 until the race biker has to go through dense forests and a river

[@TylerOnF1re]

@@denispenes5949 eh loic is pretty good

[@cjjenson8212]

Annnd, Adventure racing??

[@Webkins9009]

have the hikers, rock climbers and mountaineers race up a mountain😭

[@divadriel]

This video is so cool and epic I had the impression to live your trip as you did. Nouria, as awesome and wholesome as usual! Thank you both for sharing this with us and thanks to Red Bull for making it possible!

[@matteodietz9759]

man kayaking is so difficult. huge respect to these athletes. i went kayaking in a river once. and the current wasn‘t even that strong but when i wanted to cross the river at the end there was another small river entering the one i was in. so there were two currents in different directions and i got flipped instantly lol. i can‘t even imagine being able to kayak through fast rivers like these athletes do.

[@noBearAdventures]

I’m in love with everything about this human being! Absolute legend… complete badass… and a seemingly unquenchable inferno within to suck the adventurous marrow out of life. I’m actually happy there’s very few people on this world like her, because if there were… we would never know where to set the upper limit of the bar! Definitely someone to look up to and emulate.

[@matthewsawyers2361]

Cant always be chasing money. This is what life is truly about

[@tutufee7757]

A crazeee fanatic with regards to the outdoors,never in my entire life have a come across such an amazing video due to its extreme level of intensity with regards to endurance,skill,risk etc... A huge applause to you guys,all the best to your future adventures

[@kayakmad]

We just love these Red Bull kayaking videos: Keep them coming guys!

[@josiatokirina1788]

Scarrey, amazing, huge, beautiful whitewater. Nouria is an amazing kayaker/athlete who has a tenacious roll.

[@schwallmelchiorkayak]

One of the best kayaking Videos i've ever seen

[@wild_childofthe80s]

My Grandma always wanted to visit Patagonia (we are Welsh) so I would love to take on this challenge in memory of her ♡ and document my journey. She was my best friend xxxxx

[@gamblore5148]

This is nuts on so many levels. I mean just paddling one of those playful boats 40 - 50 km on flat water is actually a significant feat of endurance - but those rapids? Crazy! This is impressive stuff.

[@vaughntaylor7638]

It's the challenge that makes the adventure and the memories... you rock kid!

[@benguet]

You guys are courageous and skillful. Amazing. Thanks for bringing us with you on your scary adventure.

[@crimetimewithjess5366]

I have soo much respect for these kayakers. As someone who has done class 2 & 3, I know what they are doing is insanely hard. Seeing that huge rapid at 7:40 made me swallow the lump in my throat. Major major props!

[@kinsmansisters505]

Nouria you're awesome. Waterfalls, freestyle, creaking, expeditions, slalom and a bit of swimming :) . Real role model for us girls....you are doing it all ! Nice to see no tears...even if was scary Patagonia looks so beautiful

[@Edwardlewis18]

OMG, this is the most awesome video I have seen all year! Those rapids are absolutely insane!

[@redbull]

glad you're enjoying this, Edward!

[@ankitbaksi525]

How can someone be this brave, like you people really have balls of steel!!

[@janniktaysen4964]

What a great journey, respect from Germany

[@breitemasse]

respect from another yannik from Germany

[@basedsalty6970]

Great respect from Santa Cruz Ca

[@rakshi_gowda]

her voice , accent and she is soo cute ❤️😌

[@katherinewheatcroft3617]

Nouria, Of course optimism helps but in truth it's not about that. Your fear is what kept you two alive. Your fear kept you alert throughout and you were both amazing in such high water, my heart was pounding for you. I cannot express how much I admire you. Your skill, combined with your courage, makes you a very special, unique sportswoman. Kayaking would not be the same without you.

[@Gamepro2112]

These people are nuts! I wish I had half the endurance they do. Such badasses, didn’t even realize adventurer of the year was a thing

[@Gnarmarmilla]

Gnarly Thanks Red Bull! Those were some amazing shots they got. Makes me want to visit Patagonia

[@redbull]

Have you seen Nouria's latest adventure in India? Check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJCyY5KDZqpqm5Y

[@ashkayaker]

Red Bull Looooose

[@freddyaguerorubio]

Patagonia is a great place for the Kayak! Greeting from Chile 🇨🇱 ! Kayak Chile !

[@wild_childofthe80s]

Wow, I bet Chile is incredible too 🏞 x.x

[@WayOffTrack]

I do, what in my mind set is extreme, skydiving , mountain biking, rick climbing and solo camping but these guys go out on an extra set of extremes.... unreal ❗🎵.... cheers to you 🤟🎶

[@aloadofjames7299]

this is what life is about. I wish i could drop everything and camp, hike, and kayak through such a beautiful part of the world. The video literally brought me to tears when they finally made it to the gorge. Her saying being alone with nothing but your heart and a mate is so beautiful. God i hope i can spend my life even getting remotely close to this and not stuck in cooperate america.

[@AngusRobins]

Wow...sheer grit and determination plus superb skills...😲

[@leelunk8235]

SHEER FOOLISHNESS FROM THESE IDIOTS

[@ig7567]

Aysén region has some crazy unpopulated and hard places to reach. Rio Pascua's location carries that to an extreme level. One small issue and you're done... Kudos for that!!

[@wild_childofthe80s]

Beautiful x x

[@jrkillman395]

Anyone else holding their breath every time they go upside down ...

[@alecburns5508]

no

[@declansmith6587]

If you’re a decent kayaker (which these guys clearly are) it can actually be better to be in more powerful water when flipping up because there’s more to push off of. At the same time though if you get oriented off to the flow of the river or get out into a tight spot against rocks like she was in that one clip it can be quite dangerous so just depends

[@TheBiscuitFactory]

Me : That’s badass I should look into that. Also me : *eats a Cheeto in bed*

[@elisscaliving5864]

Garfield all Day do it

[@Frommoonlightwithlove]

Me too

[@kylefaulkner9645]

I feel the same way mountain biking as you kayaking. The massive rides that are constantly full of fear are not worth it, except to feel mor joy riding those that previously scared us but no longer do. I enjoy hitting trails that used to scare me and feeling at ease.

[@p.singson3910]

I'm just fine lying in my bed.

[@xxxxxDUSTYxxxxx]

I agree. This looks like torture

[@neissansaber8423]

That's how I enjoy kayaking!

[@billgardyne7328]

Brilliantly told story. You were appropriately scared. 😊😊

[@kojimayuhay]

My respect for people that do water sports was always huge, but now the respect just got immensely bigger. I was terrified and holding my breath every time you guys (câmera maybe) went under water

[@fabianreusch4870]

Glad I'll be going to Chilean Patagonia in just over a month 😁😁

[@TheGoliathmaximus]

Actually made my heart race when I was watching that big one haha that's some serious stuff

[@Tantech10]

That was a fantastic video, thanks for sharing it with us and congratulations to the athletes. Btw, these lands looks like the promised land !

[@ronactive]

Alle Achtung vor der Leistung. Schönes Video 😀

[@cloutsteezo2269]

Absolutely beautiful shots…

[@cats-and-robots]

So well done on so many levels. Incredible!

[@haiangnguyen584]

❤❤❤❤❤🎉 great great awesome

[@FreyasArts]

My scout troup once wrote a letter to redbull asking them if they could sponsor us a trip in Iceland as a joke. They actually responded with just as much humour. I love them for that 😆 Also I just started kayaking. Once I feel more confident with it, I definitely want to try wild water kayaking😊

[@wild_childofthe80s]

That's class 🥳 x x

[@danielh.8593]

Red Bull we love you for that and for many other things ❤️ But especially for stuff like that !

[@thewanderers7713]

Avventura bellissima forte in posti favolosi senza la presenza dell'uomo 💪👍

[@nateone6632]

10:14 that moment hit me deep seeing a man defying death and 2 of them in it together

[@geekoptionist]

You guys did it!!!!! Amazinggggggg

[@broadcasttttable]

I kayaked for years, but never went enough to get good. Had a decent roll on one side, but non-existent on the other, so I always erred on the side of caution, and was never totally confident. Everytime I went, I always weighed the "fear vs. fun" factor and wasn't afraid to say no. Found out the first day on the Colorado at 28000 cfs, my roll wasn't as good as I wanted to believe, so that became a stressful trip. After watching this, in all the chaos and mayhem, knowing a swim is the LAST thing you want (and may be the very last thing you do), I just think, how do you even get set up to roll when you get knocked over. I mean, your confidence has to be unshakeable.

[@robinsrealm983]

Once devoted kayaker here also- What you say is exactly right -Had similar experience, after too much time off

[@johnwolverton48]

And the craziest thing I’ve ever done is sit on my couch and watch this video

[@EL-pc2qc]

such a sweet doc! thank you!

[@DUKEisALIVE]

Finally the finished Video :OOOOO

[@aloy101268]

SEND IT!!!!! Crazy respect.

[@vicenteroth401]

The three rivers are in Chilean Patagonia and not in Argentina. The description of the video makes a mistake.

[@WindTreeStudios]

Wow! Great adventure!

[@idahoplantguy9027]

Absolutely insane. Some people climb massive rock faces, some people run for incredible distances, and some people fall out of airplanes with parachutes. It's interesting to me how all these people come to do these things and what the process was like when they were first introduced to it. Like a monster was just waiting in them that they didn't know they had and now they're the best at what they do. Fascinating.

[@paytonaldridge1308]

Wow!!! Impressed

[@khemamadhuri3619]

Omg ,u guys r bravo ,super heros ,keep doing this ,please be safe ,All the best

[@ThrashingBuddha]

POWER TO YOU GUYS!

[@therealjamespickering]

You have my utmost respect. I would not have the courage to go anywhere near water like that.

[@_patrickst]

The person on the horse at 06:44 looks like a dark knight from ia different, but mythical and awesome universe

[@tomaz720]

It's a horseman from Chile.. We call em huasos

[@caressyoursoul]

tomas tomazzz or Arriero

[@michaelmartyn4177]

Pretty bloody good people..nice work

[@marianfrances4959]

Epic and awesome!!!😉👍🇨🇦

[@nickacelvn]

Oh, this is good. Really good!

[@blackknight3496]

I wish I had the guts to do something like this take my hat off to all three of you you guys rock

[@bipinshahi9046]

Oh my goodness why humans are so joyful.

[@chanpemongullie2220]

This guys are daredevil. The adventure must be awesome

[@codymanthey5694]

Saw the word "Patagonia" and thought might as well watch this so I know what to expect in the world's toughest race eco challenge patagonia 2021.

[@adhitiagotawa6889]

why dont you just play uno it is much easier and cheaper.

[@sqlevolicious]

uno with adrenaline shots?

[@kristin3613]

Some people just wanna risk it all lol jk its called having fun yeehaw

[@cbr1thou]

Sounds gay like you

[@MSCCA]

I'd rather jump off a waterfall than sit through a game of uno

[@forestkan459]

Yeah but no one’s recounting a past game of uno with the same look in Nouria’s eyes

[@bipinshahi9046]

What this looks insane🤩

[@KAMALJEETSINGH-bo2cq]

What is the name of the soundtrack you started in background at 10:18

[@jaken528]

WOW..JUST WOW..unbelievable

[@simo-saidi3117]

Amazing work

[@marshallkupka-moore5265]

These people are SO COOOLLLLL

[@monalisakarvlogs]

Bravo 💪🏾🖤

[@guerrero2725]

Awesome video

[@alecburns5508]

thanks

[@taylorkenck]

Anyone have an idea of what notebook they are using at 4:15? That looks like a super useful adventure notebook.

[@satifit_yoga]

I love these kind of lovely people ❤️ the brave one✌️

[@redbull]

🖤

[@andixmenone]

WAAAOOW..... SUPERRR

[@freestyleseb944]

Bravo beau film

[@lordofnothing.]

Living legend !!!!!!!!!

[@redbull]

True!! 🙌

[@mrspackraft4341]

It's a very thrilling journey

[@smuir6104]

So awesome! just unreal and beautiful

[@smunoz08]

Seems like they could use a drone to scout those rivers. How amazing is the chilean patagonia though

[@alanbenitez1515]

Argentina patagonia

[@smunoz08]

@@alanbenitez1515 that’s Chile mate 😉

[@mig23mr]

@@alanbenitez1515 es la patagonia chilena, es cosa de ver lo verde, por algo un lado se llama patagonia y el otro patagonia verde.

[@itsyourfavoriteivorian_gir8771]

Vous êtes vraiment courageux 💪💪

[@Obviously_Steve]

Nouria is such a beast!!!!

[@m.a.r.c822]

Viva Chile carajo 🇨🇱💪

[@rdsingh9764]

This girl is a perfect example of being super cute & badass at the same time

[@alyssaschlickeiser]

Yeah she really is hahah

[@ispitnirok4883]

Do you have all that gear in kayak while paddling?

[@creativecorner4715]

Kayaking ❤️❤️❤️

[@hondabikez]

Her voice!!!!🙌