Mount Rainier - America's Most Iconic Climb

[@RyanMitchellYT]

Thanks for watching everyone, let me know what climb we'd like to see next! Climbing season is pretty much done across the board, but that doesn't mean we can't hit some winter ascents or possibly south america? We shall see

[@Kreezi]

do Carstensz Pyramid/Puncak Jaya Can be climbed all year round

[@34owner34]

Go for snow leopard

[@Messy77]

I know they are difficult but I would love to see Matterhorn or Denali haha

[@max.hm16]

mont blanc

[@DangleSnip3C3lly]

Can you climb South Sister in Oregon?

[@ASLAcademy]

I've lived in the area for 30 years, been to Rainier many times, and always wanted to summit. But it's probably out of my reach at this point in my life. So thanks for letting me tag along on your journey!

[@Josh-ws2zs]

Don’t sell your self short. You’d be amazed what your body is capable of

[@mamajoe9600]

I say go for it anyway! We only live once after all ;))

[@theprogen2003]

You could try an easier route

[@InitialJoey]

​@@theprogen2003 assuming it depends on season but what is considered the easiest?

[@theprogen2003]

@@InitialJoey I haven’t done it but I have friends who have said disappointment cleaver from camp Muir was the easiest and the best time of year is June. I believe most of the guides take route, too.

[@bigkings.8804]

I'm 67 yrs old, and I have look on Mt Ranier every day weather permitting. Total admiration for you two and the mountain. Awesome video. Thank you.

[@brianomdahl3682]

Ditto 😎

[@strongHeart-noFear]

I saw your full 5hours Everest video and I thought Ryan would take a rest for 1-2 years and then will do something else. Man, you are amazing. I am 37years old and you are inspiring me, you couldn't even run a mile and you changed your life. I went hiking after watching your Everest video bro. God bless

[@meesalikeu]

his prep videos for everest got me back to the gym on the regular. 🎉

[@James-w8x1q]

I remember in 1981 as a Second Lieutenant at Fort Lewis. My Company Commander decided to climb Mount Rainer on a weekend. On Monday afterwards, he wanted to see me but his door was closed and all lights turned off. I did not understand why until I reported to him. He was SO sun burned from climbing Mount Rainer and could not stand any light :) !!! Enjoyed your video, I always loved to drive up to the visitor center on Mount Rainer and do local hikes.

[@BenUpinya]

I can relate, my first summit on Raineer was 1973. I wore a net shirt... I looked like I had lay down on a BBQ grill. To top it off I also sun burned the roof of my mouth from the sun reflecting off the snow...lol

[@brianomdahl3682]

Awesomeness

[@williamh3823]

I hear lil tahoma is worth doing? Small peek on side of Rainier

[@bobbobert9379]

4:26 The local Puyallup tribe's name for the mountain is "Tahoma", which means "the mother of waters" for the fact that many of the local rivers in the area originate from its glaciers and snow fields. So that ice cold water fall must have been very refreshing.

[@Halieustheendless56]

I love this mountain, especially since I get to see it almost everyday. It's crazy to think my grandpa climbed it and skied all the way down (took 2 days to climb, and the descent: 2 hours) not to mention the first man to climb Everest trained here at Rainier. What a cool vid to come across in my algorithm 😀

[@norml.hugh-mann]

Norgay climbed it in 1964 @ 50yoa.... (New York Times July 25, 1964 Page 10) but all I have read says Sir Edmund Hillary trained in New Zealand southern Alps as he is from there. There is a slight possibility that George Mallory and Irving made it to the summit, but not making it down safely but they were from the UK and didnt train on Ranier either.

[@Halieustheendless56]

@@norml.hugh-mann It did state in a National Parks magazine that one of the first summited Rainier first. I might not be exactly right, but thanks for the interesting info.

[@coital]

LETS GOOOO, by far the videos I have been looking forward to the most recently.

[@spacekip38]

Justin is a monster, looks like he is a great guide/mentor

[@Mila_Brearey]

I loved every minute of you & Justin taking on Mt. Rainier at, probably, the unsafest time. You two climbed, as always, with lightning speed!! So inspirational!

[@Artics]

As someone who's getting into mountaineering on the west coast, I can appreciate how well documented your videos are for my own future reference!

[@t.sewell1513]

I was out in Washington back in 85’ We skied Crystal Mountain and from the top of the south bowl Rainier was literally in our face! That mountain is massive.

[@bradlyscotunes9156]

Can see 'Rainy-er' from many great vantages, including Eastern Wa.

[@chapsteronetime2000]

Crystal mountain was always great skiing 80’s and 90’s! Rainer is the godfather of them all!

[@everydavid]

If you haven't been to Rainier, it has the most DIVINE smell. No other mountain or forest is quite like it.

[@rampageblizzard]

How would you describe it?

[@scottcampbell6360]

@@rampageblizzard Alpine trees, icy cold water smell. It IS most divine.

[@papajon62]

Yes, got back from there two weeks ago and thought the same thing. When you walk past those little pines you’re hit in the face with the aroma of them and it is most intoxicating

[@rampageblizzard]

@@scottcampbell6360 that sounds amazing.

[@sheelbhardwaj7400]

great video, super educational for people who haven't done technical ice climbing with all the basics like axes apart from each other to avoid fracturing, knowledge of v threading, etc.

[@eesllc]

Watching your full Everest journey was amazing, then seeing you upload a second climb in my home state had me so pumped! Keep it up, you are an inspiration young man.

[@andis9076]

Same. He start from far away, instead of Paradise. Insanity.

[@lekronss]

this is my top bucketlist climb, as someone who lives nearish and sees the mountain every so often, it's always something i've wanted to climb

[@comradetango]

Ryan, I’ve really been looking forward to this video because I also was fortunate enough to climb and summit Rainier this summer, at only 18. It was my first big climb and after watching you get up Everest I think one day I’d want to climb up there too. My current goal is to climb Denali in the next few years. Your videos inspire me to continue to push myself to climb, because seeing someone my age climb these mountains makes it seem a bit easier. Keep up the climbs!

[@dangerousfarmer]

Love this, bro. Would also love to see a video on planning, logistics, and preparation for a climb like this that’s more accessible here in the states. Maybe some behind the scenes on the journey to the trailhead, getting to where the tent was pitched, etc. I personally wouldn’t mind if it was another hr longer (though I know some would mind). Really enjoyed this vid. Good stuff!

[@YeisonLurisimarupa]

The snow looks so beautiful. I'm really looking forward to a winter vacation filled with memories

[@zoogle-fs6gv]

That was so engrossing. Loved the cool calm narration even through the difficult parts. Thanks for sharing.

[@rockingzmom]

Thank you for sharing your climbs! I live vicariously through you!

[@SupernovaeTech]

I flew through Seattle on Monday and realised I need to Rainier after my current target of Shasta. Timing for this video couldn't have been better lol. Keep living the good life and bringing us along for your journey Ryan.

[@alexisk4407]

living next to this is beautiful af but seeing it from up there is a whole different world. Thank you for sharing this.

[@Honey-Sanchez]

By the way.............don't eat the yellow snow.

[@mallard_duck458]

As someone whos thinking of maybe climbing rainier one day your video is extremely helpful in what to expect. Thank you!

[@rimonagale1625]

This is an amazing video that you made whilst climbing the mountain, esp so late in the season. Congrats on summiting! Excellent work all around. Your narration was well done too. Thanks for sharing this huge climb.

[@haighangell5606]

Justin is the man! Glad yall got out. Next you should consider north ridge of Baker (ice climb later in the season), direct north ridge of Mount Stuart (rock climb), Mount Jefferson, or some varied ice climbing routes on Mount Hood. Plenty of rad stuff out here in the PNW!

[@FlyFishDan]

I thoroughly enjoyed this - nice job Ryan! I've lived my entire life in WA and always wondered what it would be like to climb this mountain, and you did such a great job capturing the experience, I feel like I was right there with you!

[@andreaswimmer6864]

Was up at sunrise hiking the trails, being close to the mountain twice last week. This mountain is so intimidating. Glacier after glacier. Good job

[@brianomdahl3682]

Thank you, you fine young men🫀🫁. I had a few opportunities about 30+ years ago, I’m thinking laziness snatched the climb from me….. my loss. Thanks again for bringing back the memories and observing what I missed, outstanding adventure. Brian O

[@swit1905]

Hey Ryan, I've been curious about the Rainier climb for a long time and I really enjoyed your detailed POV video, the happy vibes, etc. You're inspiring and a great filmmaker/mtn climber! Keep it up man 🙌

[@tiamariza7348]

Mt Tahoma/Rainier Is beautiful. You guys certainly did not go the tourist route like I did. There is no one up there with yaw. I was on the wonderland trail. Its all beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@hankmishima4798]

Thanks again Ryan for the great story-telling video on the Mountain that lies less than 100 miles north of me. As a newer old high alpiner, I appreciate the details of the climb (like V ice anchor for rappelling).

[@madisonperez8200]

i have been watching all of your videos instead of watching my lectures and i don’t regret nothing lol

[@janmyszek1560]

Your footage is incredible, this is the new quality I've always wanted, it feels so real. Thank you Ryan.

[@nightcult1741]

I've hiked the Skyline Loop trail 3 times and it was a pleasure each time. Cool to see what the *real* hike up Rainier is like!

[@GurWan-bh8ud]

I'm loving your video, love nature's and thank you for taking us with you. Keep safe out there. High five from North Carolina ❤

[@Kreezi]

ryan you're a goat and you inspired me to want to do the 7 summits kilimanjaro is in december 🔥 hoping to get all 7 done by the time i'm 23

[@RyanMitchellYT]

Good luck man!

[@HW-Plays-EST23]

That’s my dream to hopefully you make it to Everest Good luck man!

[@PeterKNoone]

Super cool. Thanks so much for the video. Seeing Ranier from Seattle always makes me want to go up there. Fun to watch you guys actually do it.

[@bctesla]

Dudes . Such an epic video . I’m inspired . I want to climb that mountain.thank you

[@jcola2296]

This video was fantastic, the detail on the technical bits was so enjoyable

[@allenhighnote5958]

What a great video. It's so nice to see two mountaineers showing the rest of us how to do things right. Great rapport. Was just in the park earlier this week wondering what the crater looks like. Thanks for showing me. Wish I was still 25 and in good shape. Kudos to you both!

[@Lock929]

Me and my older sister hiked Mount Fremont, which is right beside Mount Rainier early in the morning and got to the top of the mountain around 5:30 for the sunrise. It was absolutely gorgeous. You could see people climbing Mount Rainier in person was very stunning!

[@AngelArce-ob8gr]

i pass by and see rainer everyday before work ! such a beauty

[@jasoneverett]

Me too, I see from the Cliff House restaurant view with the port in front, really cool view.

[@Taspens]

Ryan is seriously one of the most disciplined people I've seen on KZbin

[@lunalongshadow7510]

He spoke about having that winners mindset and that definitely has inspired me. Some of these kids are pretty onto it aye

[@jordanbrorby8494]

What? He’s just got rich parents and doesn’t want to get a job

[@ethanperreault7470]

@@jordanbrorby8494 He runs a pretty popular Minecraft KZbin channel called Sipover that pays for all of his mountaineering gear/travelling. Idk if he has rich parents but he's explained before that its how he pays for everything. Don't assume.

[@randyp189]

@@jordanbrorby8494 is just a bitter jealous person

[@Zacharyberg928]

He is rich and he stopped doing minecraft

[@patakigeo]

I've done some climbing in my younger days, but the ice climbing here actually makes me a little sick. Terrifying!. Thanks for disabusing me of any ideas I could actually do something like this anymore, or ever for that matter. Your self talk, minimizing the danger kind of talk is vital. Love the positive attitude. Great video!

[@GenelleSmay]

I've lived in Auburn since 1961. I love our mountain! Thank you for showing it to me completely!! You are a wonderful narrator and climber. So impressed, I subscribed! Can't wait to see the next one❤

[@MS-37]

I had know idea the mountain required ice picks like that.

[@TeamFishTaco]

Thanks for sharing! Inspired me to start prepping for Everest

[@IsabelMcCord]

Thanks for taking us along on this journey Ryan. Fab video! 🏔️❄️🧊⛏️⛏️

[@Normee]

Now thats some serious climbing skills!

[@RosieRosenthal]

This was scary to watch, loved it! Thank you for providing details about the terrain, camping setup and bathroom protocol. As someone who wouldn’t dream of doing this,you answer the questions I have. Cheers

[@1968konrad]

What an heavy professional work, what a scenery, wonderful, greetings from germany

[@kalbic]

Thank you for posting this video. Any curiosity about climbing mountains for fun has been wiped away, no longer does this look like something I would enjoy doing. The whole thing looks like pain and suffering, I'm glad there are people like you who can manage it.

[@judy4183]

Nice filming. Great action. I really enjoy watching thx guys.😊

[@antaitube]

Proud of you ! Your dedication is honestly inspiring 🙏🏻

[@Traybird1]

One of Americas greatest climbers Lou Whittaker who recently passed away lived only 10 minutes away from Mt. Rainier. That Mountain was practice for the big Prize Mt. Everest!

[@bradlyscotunes9156]

Met Lou's son Scott, who was with Bobby Kennedy Jr., Sun Valley, Xmas 1968; nice guy.

[@StephenRada-q6g]

Congrats on a tough climb. My son, who is now 41 years old & a mountaineer, climbed Mt Ranier with 3 friends 6 years ago

[@Healthyhabits06]

Amazing!! Your confidence and skill is next level

[@thepessimisticoptimist9375]

Followed u after everest. This is a great perspective on Rainier. I like how you showed the forest trek.

[@thedirtbagstash]

Climbed my first, second, and third times in the last month with DC, emkons proper, and emmons shoulder summits. After some skimo decents hoping to hit the kautz next year. Thank's for sharing, gonna watch later.

[@joemtnclimber793]

Awesome climb! You have a good buddy there in Justin to partner with. Thanks for including the descent.

[@aranna_]

wake up babe, new ryan mitchell video

[@kamakaziozzie3038]

sorry honey! just heard you. Gonna check em out now

[@DakotaBeckerMAGA]

@@kamakaziozzie3038 🤣 your profile pic is SO funny 🤣

[@Grumpymf-qj8gz]

loved the emotion under the waterfall

[@XpertiCON]

i watched your 42 days everest climb and it inspired me to go climb mt. fuji for my first mountain climb ever. Mt. Rainier is next inshallah, thanks man, keep making these videos.

[@AthleticAddictionn]

Goated for not doing the standard summit route, I dream of taking this beautiful isolated route

[@qbert2395]

Excellent attitude, patience, filming & editing. Loved it!

[@portermcmichael756]

Hell yeah to you and Justin! Stoked for ya!

[@Banana_lug]

I see MT Rainier every day and it is truly beautiful in Person

[@SunsetFirefly]

Love these videos! You’re on your way to climbing K2! Thanks for taking us with you.

[@MS-37]

Incredible video, thank you for sharing this. I had know idea Rainer required so much vertical climbing. Around the 30 minute mark was intense

[@Nass079]

One of the best video on mt Everest I came across. Hope to be there one day ( at least the Basecamp) .. Ryan you are very inspiring and your presentation is very high quality. Wishes you all the very best . Be safe .

[@rock_your_boat]

Everest? LOOOOOL

[@mmcleod111]

OMG! What a climb! Incredible! Congrats!

[@carolynsechrist533]

YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING! THANKS FOR SHARING THIS ADVENTURE!

[@Falcon_Kashmir]

Great work... Very well organized and used great safety measures .. perfect climb

[@christinaneko]

Thank you for sharing this awesome experience!

[@lindaromero7780]

How beautiful! Great filming!

[@clgoptionseller]

Thanks man! I can feel the experience. You representing well, I appreciate it!

[@jgord1569]

Thank you for your service! I solute you both.

[@sharondavis8003]

Brave souls to do this!!!! Great job 😊❤

[@patricholm]

This is great! I'm doing Rainier via the Kautz glacier next year!

[@kennysus6174]

Amazing videos man, your strength and determination is crazy. Always looking forward to your hikes. Also, this is a request, if you could upload in 4k that would be insanely amazing. Thank you

[@liyinchong4493]

Wow !!! Amazing mount ❤ Congrats Ryan 🎉

[@lucye5752]

Great video once again. Thank you 🫶🏻

[@kentreg1]

Good job. Not many people can say they've climbed Mount Rainier. Cheers!.

[@alexsakon]

Sick. I submitted through Kautz few years ago so there weren't a bunch of penitentes but we climbed through over the summit do camp Muir so we had full gear. Awesome videography

[@Ja3g3rmast3r]

Came here after watching that 5 hour Everest Video and was not disappointed! Great Videos :)

[@gt40f]

People underestimate Rainier all the time. The main thing is the altitude because you're coming from sea level. Compared to a Colorado 14er where you're coming from 7000 ft. Climbing Rainier in 2 days from Seattle is equivalent to a 24 mile marathon. Another thing is that makes its own weather. Storms and high winds come out of nowhere. You get a white out you better be ready to dig a snow cave. People die quite frequently from storms

[@carl8568]

Yeah, sea level to above 4000m in a couple of days is definitely no joke.

[@andrewmitchell5807]

1) there is no such thing as a 24 mile marathon 2) DC is nowhere near 24 miles so lord knows what other information is coming outta ur ass 3) the main thing that people underestimate is not the altitude or elevation gain. Any well trained mountaineer can read the summit elev and gain (14k, 10k) and prepare for that. People underestimate the glacial terrain, as rainier is one of the few mountains in the lower 48 with a glaciated standard route. Most mountaineers in the US don't understand the full implications of glacial terrain and want to treat it as a regular snow climb. That and weather are what causes problems on Rainier 4) if you're in a whiteout storm and your snow cave isn't dug, it's beyond too late

[@meesalikeu]

@@andrewmitchell5807thx dad 🎉

[@gt40f]

@@andrewmitchell5807 LOL. Okay it's 26 miles, whatever, a standard marathon is a similar physical equivalent of climbing Rainier from sea level in 2 days. And it's really common mistake of recreational climbers that have done a Colorado 14er to underestimate the altitude. Another thing I've seen on Rainier is a flash freeze, you climb up in soft conditions and then after you summit there's a sudden freeze and your crampons had better be sharp. And you must not have the right gear or lack talent if you're unable to dig a snow cave in the middle of a storm. I've climbed Ranier in the middle of winter and have stayed in a snow cave on Rainier for 3 days straight. I also dug a snow cave on Mount Shuksan in the middle of a March blizzard with 10-foot visibility, so I'm not sure what your problem is, probably dumbassitis.

[@williamh3823]

Andrew..ur outlook SUCKS

[@travypnw]

This is rad, what a couple of badasses. Cheers to you gents.

[@TheSupart91]

😂😂😂 Ryan ready to drop a log on top on Rainier was the funniest thing ever especially his dialogue 😂🤣 i seen Rainier when i went to Seattle in '22 in the space needle

[@louanneschrenk4084]

Lovely glimpses of Mt. Adam’s in the background.

[@Jarekthegamingdragon]

Mt. Hood would be fun. Climbed the highest peak in washington then the highest in Oregon.

[@roberson644]

Those ice fields were insane. So dangerous looking.

[@Darling-sprout]

if anyone is wondering about the bugs, even though there is no flora on the top of the mountain they were probably attracted to their heat and heavy CO2 output (like how mosquitos find us). they probably do that to find the animals like mountain goats up there since other senses like sight would not be as useful :)

[@meninoesperto2773]

Dude, your face looks so much better at the end of the climb

[@IanMoone-f2v]

Good to see you climbing again, i loved your 5+hr long Everest video, i must say i was very impressed with your attitude and editing skills also. Keep it up man, stay safe. I subscribed after your Everest adventure.

[@hooman9415]

didn't know napoleon dynamite did mountaineering!! nice vid, super unique content.

[@davidleighsparks]

Nice video. Great, fun, route, did both this and the Kautz Headwall routes - nice change from the popular routes.

[@drgonzoatmpls]

Big Ry has the best mountain climbing videos on KZbin!

[@meesalikeu]

and its not even close 🎉

[@larssol1]

I really like your videos. Informative and no BS❤

[@ankushkaul5092]

Love the way you have documented the whole climb! Made me almost feel like i was there 💯

[@electricaltimelapsetest5713]

Welcome to the PNW! I see rainer on my drive home everyday!

[@Neithie]

Watching this while trying to psych myself up for upcoming weight loss surgery .... lol. ... right now hikes like this seem out of reach but they won't be forever.