El Diente - Mt. Wilson 14er Ridge Traverse / The Ultimate San Juan Mtns Scramble! [4K UHD]

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El Diente - Mt. Wilson 14er Ridge Traverse / The Ultimate San Juan Mtns Scramble! [4K UHD]

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Күн бұрын

This Epic Ridge Traverse Bridging the Gap between El Diente Peak & Mount Wilson makes for one incredible Hiking & Climbing Adventure! Spencer & I had the unexpected fortune of running into Barbie right there at the Kilpacker Trailhead! We immediately offered to guide her on this Perilous Class 4 scramble linking two Super Classic San Juan 14er Summits. She turned out to be an invaluable asset.
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DISCLAIMER: The Expedition(s) documented on this channel are for entertainment purposes only, NOT FOR Explicit Instruction or Route Execution. I have had MANY NEAR DEATH experiences and a couple serious accidents over 30 years of Backcountry adventures, the RISKS are very REAL. I do not recommend or encourage attempting the routes or strategies shown in these videos, and assume no personal responsibility if you choose to do a similar outing. As always, hike, bike and climb at your own risk. Know Your LIMITS and stay within them if you expect to avoid any accidents. even then. . .

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@jimmyj6053 2 ай бұрын

I watched your Maroon, Little Bear Blanca videos and now this one. They are all spectacular. I did a few of the easy walk ups back in the day. I'm now 83 but still get a rush watching you negotiate these dizzying heights. Your camera work is amazing. Keep em coming.

@KarlDeckerPresents 2 ай бұрын

Man I so APPRECIATE your words of support!! It's a lot of work to polish these up to a level that pleases me, but folks like yourself who recognize what I'm trying to do makes it all worthwhile!! All the best, Karl 👍👍

@jimmyj6053 2 ай бұрын

@@KarlDeckerPresents I'd like to add. Watching these hordes of climbers who pay thousands for a shot to climb Everest stacked ten deep on the Hillary Step is in my opinion ludicrous. Watching you threading the needle on the Blanca Little Bear Traverse was inspiring. Safe travels my friend.

@gregb3457 2 ай бұрын

@@KarlDeckerPresents I love the way you treat the older folks. You have class in more ways than one. Really, thanks Karl.

@adamzetek785 Жыл бұрын

Holy James Bond Golden Eye N64 music.

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

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@abbywhipple3173 Жыл бұрын

I think this KDP video tops all previous KDPs... the Crestone Traverse was what I showed my friends whenever I wanted to get them hooped on KDP.... now this one, in our backyard...! -- You're THE DUDE when it comes to these high alpine videos!

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Thanks again, this is a good choice for sure! Appreciate your sharing the vids to help grow the channel!! Karl

@gregb3457 2 ай бұрын

@@KarlDeckerPresents I agree with this lady, and I've only watched one of your videos. I haven't even watched this one yet, just the opening topo-regional-global location orientation (how to describe that?). This in itself is way beyond. Watching this orientation I was swimming in my mind 'back to the days' - back to 1972 when I first came over THE pass toward Silverton / Ouray from Arizona (now called the Million Dollar Highway - rt. 550) headed for who knows where; when I first skied Telluride, coming up the cliff hanging road (the original grade that gave T'Hell-you-ride it's name) in a blinding snowstorm with 12" of POW already on the road - in a 1961 IH Scout that barely moved); driving down the mountain cliff into Ouray; really skiing the deep stuff in Telluride, etc. I ended up living in Aspen for 7 years, but this area always drew me back. Wow. I can't wait to watch this one too.

@PilotEJ401 Жыл бұрын

A really comprehensive test😮, damn Spencer is so sure footed in those crazy conditions. Magnificent production as usual Karl! Thanks for sharing Barbs with us too, Lol. ✔️

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Thanks my brother 😊! I believe it is right up there between Little Bear and Crestone in total difficulty, considering all I can think of. Plus you've got the ever-present looseness of the San Juans, I'm pleased I left with everything intact, feeling good 😊! Thanks 🙏

@forrestwebb6182 5 ай бұрын

Glad I found you on KZfaq-your footage and editing is beautiful. Loved the the Barbie-I'll show this one to my (adult) sister who collects barbies and does photoshoots with them all over the world! These are great videos to really show the experience of the hikes. I love ridge traverses, but I will have to feel it out to see if I'll be comfortable with ones like this.I know the GoPro can tend to exaggerate exposure. It seems like this isn't a 'one slip up and you die' kind of thing, but a climb requiring careful steps, checking holds, and taking your time-respecting the mountain.

@KarlDeckerPresents 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Forrest! This route is definitely a classic! Definitely a couple short exposed places but reasonable moving carefully. Route choice is key, I went the hard way up the final huge head wall and mistakenly took a tough line on the final summit ridge. If it feels real tough, keep looking is my best advice. Best wishes!

@forrestwebb6182 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info! Gerry Roach's 14er book is my bible. I'm planning on doing Capitol Peak this season, and I'll gauge my exposure-comfort level off of that!@@KarlDeckerPresents

@LScofield1 2 ай бұрын

Awesome. I appreciate your difficult work ... bringing the excitement right to my screen. Wishing you well.

@KarlDeckerPresents 2 ай бұрын

Thanks again! Karl

@wendingourway Жыл бұрын

Such amazing scrambles for sure...sitting here holding my breathe!! Careful stuff! Bruce and Otis

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

You and Otis calm and relax , I push things to the edge, LoL. Guess there's a place for all of us, and the love of the outdoors bonds us... Karl

@dansouth2088 Жыл бұрын

Such great stuff as usual!! Thanks for sharing this adventure! I'm leaving in the morning for CO, so thanks for getting me stoked!!

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Hey Dan, appreciate it!! Have a great trip, Karl 👍👍

@petr-podrouzek Жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic Karl !!! 🙂🙂

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Many thanks Petr!! 👍

@connerjoyce187 Жыл бұрын

Cant wait, best drone videos on youtube!

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Man, I hate to disappoint but, the whole deal is in Lizardhead wilderness. . . no fly fly . . .but I think you'll still enjoy it! Trust me. . .

@Tristan_Brewer Жыл бұрын

Barbie appearance = instant classic. Great video!

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Well sir, she made it back in one piece😁! Appreciate the compliment my friend 👍👍

@abbywhipple3173 Жыл бұрын

El diente!!!! Epic!!!!

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Have you had a chance to do this one yet? Appreciate the comment 🙏!! Karl

@abbywhipple3173 Жыл бұрын

I hiked to Navajo Lake- El Diente seemed un-toppable from my vantage point... so rad you did it @@KarlDeckerPresents

@huskerhank9896 Жыл бұрын

I had a suicidal summer on Mt Wilson. The details are sketchy but we started from Navajo Basin and then came up the glacier. This was an early snow climb with crampons & an experienced buddy to lead. Definitly scared the shit out of me to traverse a large 45 Degree? ice field. It was spring so what the was ice going up was postholing going down. Slow learner....a couple of weeks later the snow was gone. I was leading..I recall loose dirt rock on a lower route and a higher good rock route with IMMENSE exposure. SLOW leaner back on the El Diente-Mt Wilson traverse. Like all of the Wilsons a thousand foot grind on loose talus followed by loose rock & high exposure. REALLY SLOW...from Lizrd Head we bushwhacked to a rough ridge that featured climbing OVER six pinnacles each over 14K, I mostly recall from the ascent a lot of rocks sticking (or not...) out of dirt. And with that I was done, finished and most grateful that Mt Wilson didn't kill me. I thought it was the worse climb ever until going up the western ridge of El Diente. A highly experienced group who were unanamous in calling the route "life threatening"....so that's the Wilsons for you. Better you than me!

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Your stories from the past carry a ruggedness and determination theme I can get a mental image of, and I sense an independent spirit we kind of miss out on with all the connectivity we rely on. Thanks again for sharing these with us! Karl

@huskerhank9896 Жыл бұрын

Don't tempt me...I got a LOT of stories from back in the day. Just ask my all too patient wife! Anymore I just hang out on the couch watching You Tube and listening to "Glory Days" by Bruce S. I think the Queen Of Country.Patsy Cline, summed it up perfectly....Crazy...I Fall To Pieces....Walking After Midnight.

@huskerhank9896 Жыл бұрын

So happy adventuring! And nerver forget "I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor (DIS...CO!!!)

@lynnnorthrup8914 Жыл бұрын

I was happy to see that you had Spencer with you. I got enough of a thrill just watching the video. That was a tough one. Love the Navajo Lake trail and Rock of Ages trail. One of our favorite areas. Just got my new RC Controller set up. Easier than using the phone. It will be interesting to see how it works where there is no internet service. Have you had any issues? Barbie was a neat and fun addition to the adventure! 😀👍

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

For sure Lynn, not one to get ahead of yourself on! Spencer is a reliable, sure-footed dude in those gnarly spots, I always appreciate his presence. You shouldn't have issues with the controller once you get used to it. I do wish the screen was brighter. Good luck with it, Karl 😊!!

@rugged9769 Жыл бұрын

Looks a bit out of my comfort zone. We’ll do Wilson Peak first next week and maybe the traverse another day. I heard the Kilpacker route is actually preferred over Navajo Lake route for Mt Wilson due to the crowd and rock fall potential on the other side

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

All of what you say makes sense to me. Appreciate the feedback my friend 👍, Karl.

@papajon62 Жыл бұрын

Barbie and Ken! Err, I mean, Karl! I love it.

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Hey wait a minute! Spencer slept with her, not me 😂😂

@mickeybrumfield764 Жыл бұрын

Who knew Barbie liked hanging out at the Killpacker trail.

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Never said a word about the exposure up there 😁

@mickeybrumfield764 Жыл бұрын

@@KarlDeckerPresents 😊

@alehax27 Жыл бұрын

I thought this traverse was better and more spicy than the crestone traverse and agree that it's harder. There's also an easier gully to descend on the other side of the Mt. Wilson. From the traverse you go past the summit on the back side and then turn right

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Yes agreed, thanks for the possible ascent route idea. Will check it out 👍

@gregb3457 2 ай бұрын

I enjoyed the climb. You guys are like strong mountain goats, picking your way through. It was a long one, imo. the ridge traverse was exciting for you, that's cool. I really like the 'slip sliding away' thing toward the end. I laughed. It was good. Glad you didn't get hurt by some hidden rocks under the melting snow. I liked it, the whole thing. Of course you left Barbie for the next lonely hearts club band, right?

@KarlDeckerPresents 2 ай бұрын

Great comment, I laughed reading it! Of course we had to leave Barb on the sign where she asked for a lift up the hill...it was a great day, the challenge was exciting, views incredible as always in the San Juans! Thanks again, Karl 👍👍

@JNeil15BCP Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this Karl! You liked my GoPro footage from the little bear Blanca traverse in Colorado 14ers today and I’m stoked to be tackling the windom grand slam followed by the Wilson trifecta this week! The windom grand slam will be my biggest test since rim to rim to rim but hoping it goes well. And I know doing this a day or even two after will be hard but if I get those done I’m at 57/58 just this summer and all great traverses. Your videos always give me confidence before I go so I appreciate it a lot. Hope one day I’m as good of a cinematographer as you as well! If you ever need someone to do a ridge line feel free to let me know!

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it 👍

@tpack670 4 ай бұрын

Been elk hunting there several times, but never gonna climb those mountains. I`m afraid of high places. LOL

@KarlDeckerPresents 4 ай бұрын

Got it! Beautiful country for sure, thanks 👍

@Miderguy_ Жыл бұрын

Well done. Very impressive. What class is that where you pull yourself over that rock at the top?

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

On Wilson, short class 5. Thanks 👍

@JosiahFilm Жыл бұрын

I descended a different class 3 gully than you did. Might be a bit more preferable for an ascent.

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

Okay thanks we'll check out other options, such as your observation... appreciate that! Karl 👍

@toughenupfluffy7294 Жыл бұрын

I don't know if you're aware of this, but 'El Diente' is Spanish for 'your Mama.'

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

And I thought I knew how to speak Spanish. . .

@KarlDeckerPresents Жыл бұрын

"Tu Mama" ! El Diente - "The Tooth" Kinda weird name for a gnarly 14,150 ft Peak don't you think?? 🤔

@yknot. 6 ай бұрын

Your videos are great but the music is so distracting 😢

@KarlDeckerPresents 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for your fair comment 👍. I have had periods where I chose to utilize different soundtrack genres. Part of my fascination with the editing process. Again, thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts.