Wind River Range // The Temples Traverse

My original plan was to run up to Big Sandy Lake then around Black Joe lake, summit Wind River peak then traverse over to East Temple and then run back down to Big Sandy. However, after talking to a friendly stranger on the way to Big Sandy I decided to amend my route by climbing back up to Temple after East Temple and then continuing along the ridge to Schiestler Peak and back down to the Trail head. Turns out lots of deadfall, non existent trails, and dangerous down climbs were all that stood between me and success. The Wind River Range is a remote, challenging place that is always full of character building surprises.

[@ajduker]

I'll never get over the fact that you do these crazy hikes (mostly) solo AND still get top tier footage. I couldn't imagine doing a route like this, let alone making a video like this all at the same time. Keep up the incredible work Danny!!

[@driveincanada9713]

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[@medicinegone]

@@driveincanada9713 I was thinking the same thing when he was looking for a way down. I do runs and hikes and climbs in the mountains and I make videos but when I'm in a situation like that, not dying is the primary concern. He's got more confidence in his steps than I have in mine, for sure.

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[@Highnoonshred]

Soooo true!!!! The video so take me back to hiking in the Rocky's back in high school!

[@VincentTamer]

This guy is a true professional!

[@B1GE2]

I don’t think the average person realizes how damn impossible your hikes are.

[@TheVirtualSherpa]

I really hope people watch these whole videos because seeing you get cliffed out and be screwed by a trip report is the most relatable thing ever, especially for solo hikers. You don't have a partner to find other ways down or test your theories, its all on you. It can be really stressful, frustrating and even dangerous and I felt all that through the screen. Bravo Danny, the athletic side is one thing - but putting a relatable experience into film is another. Great stuff.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Brutal when it starts raining on a steep, slabby down climb! Whether that's better or worse than dealing with 5 kids in one house is an open question. Great video!

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[@traviss8354]

Love these Wind River videos, such a majestic place. Amazing footage as always Danny, and 29 miles with 9,000 ft of vert all while filming yourself is insane! You make it look too easy.

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[@BreakOutOfTheAlgorithm]

That 360 view at the top of Temple peak was one of the best ever. 💯🔥 What an awesome adventure, tell your wife thank you so much for allowing you to escape the torture of home and go torture your body at 12,000 ft. 👍

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[@pagewhite61]

That down climbing footage made me sooo nervous!! The shot looking down from the summit too. MA videos are my favorite, thank you so much for continuing to make them. Take care Danny.

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[@inflivia]

I was so glad when he turned around on the downclimb. Wise man.

[@rothjoseph]

It's a good day

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[@bobakfarzin6916]

I was just thinking, "I could use some new quality content!" then this show up. Thank you THANK YOU!

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[@5MillCity]

Holeeee crap. I was so anxious when you were down climbing that crack.

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[@anthonyd9984]

Danny's play-by-play commentary on this one was 10/10 hilarious. Absolute GOLD!

[@Hititlikeyoulive]

While watching the video I had to tell myself “he obviously made it down because we have the video” just to reassure myself you’re gonna make it. As always great stuff!

[@nickel0eye]

the confidence it takes to run through the woods solo, not on a trail, in the winds, to a trail somewhere through the deadfall is top tier!

[@KevinSmith-wr1sy]

Really enjoy your videos. Watching one by one!

[@christophecazuc7044]

Thanks for the journey ! 🙏

[@austinrohm6281]

This video has some of the best scenery of your videos! Beautiful granite peaks, numerous icy lakes, and wildflowers. Hard to beat all that.

[@silverasana219]

The mosquitos in the winds are the worst. Excellent work. Thank you for the great vids.

[@expatadventureturkey9324]

“honey I need to get go” 12hrs later the journey continues, and the best part he mentions it will be that easy 🤔😉🤙🏽. Great stuff as always really enjoyed your adventure!

[@Luciferwinchester]

Well glad I'm not the only one who's been running like a madman from the mountain mosquitoes. Epic climb as always!

[@driveincanada9713]

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[@aarondgallegos]

Quality content, man! Love the realness, we've all been there and I'm glad you decided to show it all! Nice job out there.

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[@OscarGolf21]

An hour wasted is better than hours of being cliffed out waiting for a rescue, or worse. Good call on your part, I hope those watching understood the magnitude of making that decision.

[@austinado16]

This one had me crapping my pants...just a little. Your level of fitness, and your expertise in all of the nuances that are required to do this level of adventure trekking, is absolutely mind blowing. Great job, and thanks for taking us along. I know the filming had to add a couple hours, and probably a handful of extra miles👍.

[@alaskan_bergwanderer]

Man, it appears Aaron is a fellow "Mediocre Amateur" as well! Great video, as always. Probably my favorite outdoor channel on YT.

[@bmwsupreme5908]

at 6:40, peacefull piano playing, while risking his life on a rainy mountainhill, like it's nothing special LOL Awesome video, be careful!

[@WhereKentWent]

Dang man, insane day. Glad you made it home in 1 piece.

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[@chanelking4203]

This video is the cherry on top of a good day. Thank you Danny

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[@fiorellapnw]

Dani you’re built different you’re awesome

[@davidgpeterson]

I’m terrified of edges and I simply marvel at people who can do this.

[@tommylynch8645]

Best channel on KZbin

[@AleksandarGospic]

I've never been to the US, but from what I've seen in the pics, videos and Google Earth, Wind River Range is definitely my favorite range in the US! Thanks for the video Danny, awesome scenery!

[@JohnnyUtah13]

This is the most nervous I have felt watching one of your videos in a long time. Very intense. Great as usual.

[@DieterVanHolder]

I clenched up watching the climbing 😄. Good thing you ran into that guy when you did. I imagine that must have been some nervous route finding.

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[@Scott7169]

Awesome film, I love all the Mediocre content on your channel as do my daughters. I'm sure it's lots of hard work filming but your fan base love it. Excellent.

[@anshulart]

Religiously watched all your videos to date and I am getting so much inspiration out of these. Thanks for putting out this content Danny and the team. this is a gold mine disguised as a YT channel.

[@RTaranto118]

I am actually headed out that way tomorrow and this beta is SUUUUUPER helpful 💙

[@wyomountainmike]

Thank you so much for sharing so many great experiences. I was up on Temple Peak many years ago and it was nice to see those spectacular views again. We live in NW Wyoming so its always nice to see the local mountains in video. You also have a great sense of humor which is really appreciated. Keep making great videos of your trips and the extra time it takes you to film is worth it for all of us.

[@surfcruzer]

The amount of ground u cover is perfect/crazy. Content always fire.

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[@harrisonaero]

Great edit! Nice story arc with the downclimb challenge :)

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[@WildEdgar]

There is a proper trail to sandy between the temples. Massive video! And 29 miles=mind blowing 🤠

[@williamcox8200]

Beautiful views toooo many death drops rock hopping sorry for your fall backs but your safely back to the car. I'll need to take Diazipam before watching it again. Bring a netted hat in the backpack for sketers.

[@Vonblargen]

Opportune timing for this video to drop... I'm currently in a hotel in Pinedale with a clear view of the Wind Rivers, getting ready to run the Wyoming Range 100 mile run. Stoke levels are rising. 🤘🍻

[@eyeninja3043]

Best of luck for your run- looks amazing out there

[@TheBuffaloSamurai]

Absolutely agape at this route and the free climbing traverse from wind to schiestler. did a loop from sinks canyon up to wind river, down the west gully, over to big sandy, then the cirque back to the sinks canyon with 6 other friends over 5 days. the west gully of wind river peak was absolutely harrowing, struggle to imagine repeating it voluntarily. we encountered it much looser, with a large group we were in constant danger of the rock fall trigger by those above us. The traverse seems way above a safety margin without a rope and partner so I'm very glad you made it. We all thought we were going to die descending the west gully.

[@normiewoo787]

I love the kindness of strangers you meet on hikes.

[@michaelharmer8591]

Best "adventure" content on KZbin for sure. Appreciate how you talk about the decision making process, assessing risk etc!

[@rockyj5047]

Amazing hike, wish I could put in miles like that! I go to this trail a decent amount and I swear over the last couple years the mosquitos have went from horrible to just god awful. Late June of this year they were so bad a head net, full strength deet and 2 layers of clothing weren't enough. Also saw a Grizzly near the trailhead.

[@mtadams2009]

It looks like a truly magical place and an awesome adventure. I can relate to you needing to get out of the home. I got separated from my wife last year and part of the deal for me coming home is I am able to leave my home every two to three weeks and go backpacking, skiing or mountain biking for a few days or sometime a couple weeks. I know not everyone needs this but I do. I take my dog with me on my backpacking trips and she loves it too. We will be leaving in another week for a 173 mile hike through Vermont. Thanks for sharing that death march with us. Looked brutal and beautiful all at the same time. Aron was truly a gift that day for sure.

[@200sx16v]

Great to see Danny have his signature mullet again!!

[@rsmiii]

The Winds are the best.

[@ruggedland]

Interesting to see how you work your way out of a sticky situation with no harm done. Epic trip

[@kendestine9905]

Parenting is hard. It’s great you have such an understanding wife. We all have to get away once in a while. The Wind River area is an excellent choice!

[@mikemcintosh9933]

That was a stiff looking scramble! Yikes. I just realized Danny & Co. may be some of my favorite athletes. Bought a neck gaiter :)

[@davidconrad2237]

Wow, Danny. How can you just do basically the same shit over and over again (hiking, running, scrambling through the mountains) yet with every new adventure I am more captivated than before? I love the raw drama and full range of emotion you capture on this solo adventure. Thank you for sharing it with those of unable to escape the gravity of our own domestic spheres . . .

[@nopares7220]

"...after five days of battling children at close quarters in my house, I just turned to my wife yesterday at 2 I said I have to leave, I have to go..." Sending love from Italy Danny :)

[@atlas14ers42]

Despite all the issues, you keep it real to dull the typical lustor of the influencer world. Thanks for keeping up the motivation to keep adventuring without setting up anyone for failure

[@ConquerYou]

Danny you're my hero. Fo' real.. I'm a dad. We know all how it is!!

[@jtcollins2112]

Dude. Amazing work. Thanks

[@ZonDog]

Wow, just a little EXPOSURE! Or SPICE.Good job on boulders and such Danny!

[@driveincanada9713]

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[@adventureswithsammy7154]

Hella of an escape and thanks for sharing. Once the summit is done, the work starts!

[@outdoorsteve4388]

Bruh! My anxiety was throttling just watching at the work desk. I need to go bag a peak now.

[@rayrissel5951]

Danny, I’m always keeping my eyes out for a new MA Vid! Your sound tracks are amazing. Vibe is wonderful… well done my friend!

[@climbingkid7]

Man this channel never disappoints. Sick day out

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[@andersonsoutdoors4873]

Did a couple backpacking trips in the winds when I was a bit more spry, and I still think they are the most wonderful, craggy, gnarly mountains I have visited. I also recall the mosquitos. Next level up there. Thank you for the reminder of the extremes of the Wind River Range.

[@grindpalm]

Great adventure! That descent looked scary man... great work staying calm and focused

[@sjldfilms5126]

Your family love is very prominent in your videos. I know you love them, we all have limits.

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[@Zuch3to]

Thank you! Always a good day when you upload a new video.

[@robstegman44]

Wish you lots of rejuvenation! Love your videos!

[@jwhoward182]

"I turned to my wife and said, "I have to leave, I have to go." And she, being the understanding and kind wife that she is, said, "I know". I laughed so hard I thought I was going going to die.

[@JeffPelletier]

A good lesson is in how you were verbalizing your decision-making process. I suspect that was as much for yourself as for the camera. Always good to do even when alone!

[@ItaiGanor]

amazing!

[@steve927art]

What a fantastic adventure, Danny, and the edit is mint. Even though you couldn't drop down and pick up the trail where you'd hoped, your instincts were dialed in. Great day!

[@KR-rs3sj]

Gotta hit up the Absaroka range next time you're up in Wyo, all the beauty and serenity of the Winds with no people! Shoshone national forest is one of the last untouched places on earth.

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[@IdRatherBeHiking]

I'm pretty sure I would have created my own mudslide going down that slope at 13:20. These mountains are incredible I'm going to have to go film a few episodes there.

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[@katis999]

amazing

[@daveg8212]

Such good filmmaking and storytelling, Danny! I look forward to EVERY episode.

[@Fellmandave1]

Awesome Danny. I have a testing (literally being assessed) week coming up in the mountains and you have once more inspired me and told me mentally to shut up, be cool and get on with it.

[@Summit_Seeker]

That down climb at 13:15 looks so sketch! Awesome video man

[@TraintoSummit]

The lake with broken ice is incredible. Almost as incredible as your B-roll game 💪🏽

[@Mars_Life_and_Beings]

Great hike thanks for sharing and taking the time to film. It's always the downside of going alone, pushing yourself and then being unsure. When skiing there are usually tracks in the snow which helps. This was beautiful scenery though, and pretty close to slc.

[@akusantafe]

Fabulous terrain. Suspenseful hike!

[@thedirtbagstash]

cliff out was rough sorry bud. Did most of that route last summer, crazy beautiful

[@ewucrew2]

Check out the Tenmile Traverse in summit county Colorado. Super fun!

[@ColoradoAdventureClub]

The Adventure is real with this one!! Crazy stuff!!

[@BackyardHiker]

I've never seen that look of concern on Danny's Face before. That seemed pretty legit and unfortunately I know what that feeling is of gambling on a new route off a peak and it not working out, but when it eventually does, it's the best feeling EVER!

[@ViaFerrataCH]

Boy that's a lot of boulder hopping

[@BobBroeking]

Video was awesome from beginning to end....the crappy ending for you was awesome for us! Kudos

[@scottgunnell3763]

That’s awesome. Love the winds.

[@FallLineJP]

I missed your intro music at the beginning. Needed that hit 🤣💪 Great stuff as always. Looks like the type of type 2 fun I “enjoy”

[@larryniv]

Of all the channels I subscribe to... need I say more.

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[@AlpineShenanigans]

Awesome video, props to you for getting so much solo footage on a grueling day like that. With some of that down climbing you have to be glad that your family doesn't watch any of your videos haha!

[@randallmiller2017]

Big Sandy, The Grand Central Station of the Winds.

[@Rain_power]

Nice job keeping your cool on those scrambling bits with potential storms on the horizon.

[@deannilvalli6579]

You know it's going to be a good story when the first words are "My brother in law...and his kids...have been at my house for the past couple days...." I almost couldn't stop laughing just at that. This guy is far from mediocre. A true athlete and at times a good comedian.

[@noemarmolejo9282]

Danny! I love all your videos but this one totally destroys! I’ve been to the Winds and love them so very much. Thank you for all you do! NJM

[@myerscup9875]

You should go hike the Little Bear/Blanca/Ellingwood Point ridge down in Southern Colorado. Super cool route with some fun exposure, plus 3 14ers.

[@jeremyutz2260]

Keep the vids coming!!!!!! Thank you!

[@NordicEthan]

Was just up here a few weeks ago, beautiful trails

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[@kjguitarman]

Your endurance is incredible. Some of those pitches without climbing gear is extremely risky. One slip…

[@chrismccoy4146]

Winds are so epic.

[@robinsmith9734]

Dynamic one-dayer Danny, a lot of Kms, for adverse problems, but as always experience won!

[@TheUndergroundbeats]

Love me some WR hikes, nice.

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