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Mount Moran // CMC to the Summit

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Mediocre Amateur

Mediocre Amateur

Күн бұрын

During a weekend in September we set out to summit Mount Moran via the CMC route. We decided to paddle board to the foot of the mountain, something I was less than comfortable with. My fear of water can not be overestimated. After surviving my encounter with the dark, cold water of Lake Leigh we set off on foot 6,000ft up the mountain to the sold rock face of the CMC route. It was there that we confronted the rope or no rope dilemma. Also, yes life vests would have been nice. You’d think an aquaphobic such as myself would have worn two or three at the same time. Unfortunately that large rock face loomed large in our minds and pretty much blocked out everything else.

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@spicee1000
@spicee1000 3 жыл бұрын
In the way companies list "Number of days without an accident", purhapes we should keep track of "Number of videos without Danny Puking." Video Count: 1 - Good Job Danny!
@ryanv1279
@ryanv1279 3 жыл бұрын
As a fellow puker i feel his pain :(
@natehartwell3402
@natehartwell3402 3 жыл бұрын
@@ryanv1279 What do you think causes it? Dehydration? I have never puked, but pushed it to collapsing and laying on the ground for a while. I feel bad for you guys.
@ryanv1279
@ryanv1279 3 жыл бұрын
@@natehartwell3402 For me the biggest thing is sleep. If i get no sleep the night before a 20+ mile day ill definitely puke and ill continue puking alllll day until i take a nap.
@spenceraaltonen
@spenceraaltonen 3 жыл бұрын
We need a "Spicy, but manageable" shirt 😂 I take this approach with both my adventure and my cuisine
@EricSheffey
@EricSheffey 3 жыл бұрын
I don’t ever buy graphic t shirts, but this is one I would absolutely buy haha
@MusicBent
@MusicBent 3 жыл бұрын
Honestly class 4/5 free solo scramble / climb. I didn’t even know it was possible to squeeze this much adventure into one outing. You are true weekend warriors. I still can’t believe you aren’t sponsored.
@mrsi4mon
@mrsi4mon Жыл бұрын
Man Chase and Aaron are such great partners for these adventures! They bring so much relaxed comedy and good vibes to these videos!
@tkmjees
@tkmjees 3 жыл бұрын
For anyone that doesn't know - these guys have a Patreon page. Link in the About section of the KZfaq profile page.
@BluegrassBackcountry
@BluegrassBackcountry 3 жыл бұрын
Danny: “We’re going to go paddle boarding.” Me: “Ah, what a nice, chill start to my morning.” Danny and crew: **Starts to free solo Moran** Me: **Nervous Sweating Intensifies**
@mitchellmclaughlin6360
@mitchellmclaughlin6360 3 жыл бұрын
Every time y'all post a video I feel compelled to open up alltrails and plan a big route. That free solo scrambling would've sketched me out though. I'll leave that to you guys!
@t.mitchell9135
@t.mitchell9135 3 жыл бұрын
I just did my first scramble this past weekend and felt like I was going to die the entire time. Then Danny and crew go do this which is 100x worse than what I did. Can’t imagine free climbing that with so much exposure.
@DomDizzler5053
@DomDizzler5053 3 жыл бұрын
Watching you guys paddling on the first lake with the fog coming off of the water and the mountains in the background just made my day. Great video!
@bryanitz8401
@bryanitz8401 3 жыл бұрын
This epic journey should include the disclaimer stating, “Fortunately, no one died during the filming of this journey”......WOW!!!
@ty0024
@ty0024 3 жыл бұрын
I would love to hear how you manage to do all these trips and manage it with every day real life. Feel like this could help a lot of people, thanks !
@mister_betechkin
@mister_betechkin 3 жыл бұрын
This is the most beautiful backdrop for any video I've seen from you guys - and I'm willing to say I've seen 80-90% of your videos
@knobbiesshreaded3137
@knobbiesshreaded3137 3 жыл бұрын
Like your style, light and fast! Did the CMC back in the day with a group, tents, camping gear, food, and we bushwhacked to the approach and belayed the climb. A real slog. Headed into town one night from the ranch I spotted a guy on the side of the road in the dark. He needed a ride into town, He had just finished doing the Cirque. Five peaks in less the 24 hours. That is Real light and Real fast! I remember standing on a field of scree near the summit, when it all started to slide a few feet. Hearing large rocks tumbling and hitting the snow field with a splash. Love the Tetons and the Snake River. Had some good times there.
@addisonfarmer2515
@addisonfarmer2515 3 жыл бұрын
YES. Best way to start my morning. Cheers guys!
@pagewhite8177
@pagewhite8177 3 жыл бұрын
The footage in the morning on the lake was so beautiful. You guys are amazing. Thank you.
@grantlandwalker9599
@grantlandwalker9599 3 жыл бұрын
Nothing mediocre about this! Wow! Best channel ever!
@howitzer106
@howitzer106 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Inspired us to make this into a "picnic" style day, riding bikes from Gros Venture camp with packrafts, soloing the CMC and back in a day. Stellar day out and made the bike, paddle, climb from camp to summit in 8 hours! Thanks for providing the stoke.
@gabethisismyname
@gabethisismyname 3 жыл бұрын
Damn, down climbing freaks me out.
@joanneleyva4942
@joanneleyva4942 3 жыл бұрын
I would so much prefer free soloing to down climbing. Downclimbing freaks me out!
@alexanderrogalla1011
@alexanderrogalla1011 3 жыл бұрын
When you down climb in a harness cause you kind of feel like you should really rappel it’s a free YOLO
@lifeofluke
@lifeofluke 3 жыл бұрын
Notice at 10:59 the smooth, controlled movements, not looking down but focusing on what's in front of you - that's how to safely climb while unroped. They are not rushing and making it look easy
@jmiya1
@jmiya1 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed - these guys are ballers. Noob climber here, but I was wondering if they should take turns climbing in case the lead guy falls or kicks off a rock?
@phin422
@phin422 3 жыл бұрын
@@jmiya1 Well, them switching wouldn't actually help that. Anyone could do that.
@lifeofluke
@lifeofluke 3 жыл бұрын
@@jmiya1 it's better if they are closer together, that way if a loose rock falls it is less likely to hit the other person. For example, if there's a second group further below and a rock is dislodged, where that rock will go is unpredictable and if it hit a person with high speed and force, it could be deadly
@tahirrazzaq9494
@tahirrazzaq9494 3 жыл бұрын
@@lifeofluke agreed! Hey I also love your channel!
@bdjosephson
@bdjosephson 2 жыл бұрын
Bro. The footage on the paddle boards was epic! Nice work!
@natehartwell3402
@natehartwell3402 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent work Danny. It takes a lot of commitment to film your adventures and stay focused on safety and having your head in the game. Not to mention the suffering of editing your videos when you get home.
@clintbarg
@clintbarg 3 жыл бұрын
I consider myself comfortable doing free solo stuff but you guys take it to another level. Love your videos and the humor. Keep it up!!
@andrewstiff494
@andrewstiff494 3 жыл бұрын
I feel like every time a new Mediocre Amateurs videos is uploaded it is Christmas! I love your content and all of the adventures you guys take. Keep up the great work!
@nickradner5325
@nickradner5325 2 жыл бұрын
That was honest to god, UNHINGED!
@BreakOutOfTheAlgorithm
@BreakOutOfTheAlgorithm 3 жыл бұрын
Another epic journey tag along. I can't thank you guys enough for bringing us all with you on your adventures. I'm glad nobody died on drizzlepuss. 😎🙏🏼💯☮️💓💪
@stephenpay8237
@stephenpay8237 3 жыл бұрын
Nice friends you went with there Danny, they didn't even bother to tell you that you were using your paddle backwards on the SUP.
@dtn311
@dtn311 3 жыл бұрын
I love this spot. I was just there in July and did the same trip (without going all the way up to the summit though). That paddle across String Lake and Leigh Lake is worth the price of admission -- especially on a clear, smoke-free day.
@Laiqaatif
@Laiqaatif 3 жыл бұрын
One of the best videos of yours. Awesome scenery. Beautiful rock formation. Super amazing.
@IdRatherBeHiking
@IdRatherBeHiking 2 жыл бұрын
I was so stressed watching that vertical scramble, I think I drizzlepussed myself.
@brandonhall182
@brandonhall182 3 жыл бұрын
I thought work was going to suck this morning, and then you guys show up and save the day!
@MurrayPeeps
@MurrayPeeps 3 жыл бұрын
If this is an amateur effort, I’m not even a greenhorn.
@rickblodgett9133
@rickblodgett9133 Жыл бұрын
Hey Danny , I enjoyed watching your videos Hoping to see more from you your and Buddies . Stay safe out there
@superbrust
@superbrust 3 жыл бұрын
That looked awesome. One I’d love to try. Thanks for sharing your adventures!
@ChristineTewfik
@ChristineTewfik 3 жыл бұрын
We've been rewatching your videos for like a month now - we find them so refreshing during these crazy times - super happy to see a new one today - and man adding the SUP was amazing!
@kdjat
@kdjat 3 жыл бұрын
Watching you guys down climbing Drizzly Puss made me feel as sick as Danny after running 60 miles! :P
@zimmejoc
@zimmejoc 3 жыл бұрын
Starting at first light? Isn't that kind of a late start for you guys? Awesome vid as usual. Many thanks for the map overlay you include. I wish more adventure channels took the time to show us the map.
@edbzn
@edbzn 2 жыл бұрын
Love what you do guys, truly inspirational.
@car_seat
@car_seat 3 жыл бұрын
That was some serious exposure without being roped up! Nice video Danny always cool to see what you guys do.
@BackyardHiker
@BackyardHiker 3 жыл бұрын
Another Great Adventure! Congrats on your first successful paddle board and summit push...WELL DONE GUYS
@gmckemie4281
@gmckemie4281 3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding combination of disciplines. Enjoyed it tremendously
@otf.outdoors
@otf.outdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Great video guys, looked a brilliant adventure, bit of everything 👍
@tashunkawitko5984
@tashunkawitko5984 3 жыл бұрын
F.A.N.T.A.S.T.I.C! Such beautiful impressions!
@papajon62
@papajon62 2 жыл бұрын
That made my palms a little sweaty! Good job, guys!
@junkbox7588
@junkbox7588 3 жыл бұрын
Wasn’t expecting the padding boarding.. very different with some great views... and no puking 🤮 this time . Enjoy it thanks fellas 👍
@AleksandarGospic
@AleksandarGospic 3 жыл бұрын
One of the best action outdoor channels and definitely one of my very favorite channels that I follow on KZfaq and I follow a lot! Next video can't come soon enough :) You deserve way more views! What an adventure this was, wow, fantastic action and scenery!
@sierrrrrrrra
@sierrrrrrrra 2 жыл бұрын
That was fun to watch! Too sick to go out on adventures (for now), so I really enjoy watching the journey. Thanks for making this and stay safe :)
@scottfrymire9156
@scottfrymire9156 3 жыл бұрын
Nice climb guys. Enjoyed watching you climb that face. Thanks for the great video.
@terablair628
@terablair628 3 жыл бұрын
So freaking cool you guys inspire me to get outside and explore!
@robertspringer92
@robertspringer92 Жыл бұрын
just got the free solo of Moran this summer with a partner, we brought gear but never felt the need to rope up. very fun climb and outing, these videos helped morale going into these sort of objectives in the tetons. aiming for Grand traverse next summer
@ryanevans3977
@ryanevans3977 3 жыл бұрын
I can't get enough of your videos
@benzun9600
@benzun9600 3 жыл бұрын
That is a great hike. Even better fishing at the foot of mt Moran. Great job as always guys
@brianharder7714
@brianharder7714 3 жыл бұрын
Nice day out. Hilarious that you took paddle boards and got away with it. Years ago as an Exum Guide I was crossing in a canoe. Luckily my client had some J-stroke game and I provided the horse power. But on the way out the wind was gnarly and we actually had to pull over and eat berries until it died. Pretty epic. Clearly, the glass was in your favor but if the afternoon freight train came out of Leigh Canyon, you guys woulda been bush bashing with those boards. Type 3 fun for sure. Since then I've done it with tandem kayaks and it's a nice compromise. Anyway, makes me want to go back. Been a long time. Cheers.
@Sacredview
@Sacredview 3 жыл бұрын
The alert on my phone is second in excitement to the drumming at the start of every episode. Seriously I look forward to every episode. Keep it up. You still inspire...
@richardinman5913
@richardinman5913 3 жыл бұрын
Pretty rad scrambling, glad you had good weather, would absolutely not fancy that in wet and cloudy conditions.
@thelisa11
@thelisa11 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful scenery, great video you guys!
@blakerobison4159
@blakerobison4159 3 жыл бұрын
Wow when I climbed this I was terrified even with ropes. Can't imagine free soloing it.
@tomasr64
@tomasr64 Жыл бұрын
Awesome. I lived too far away to climb Moran but always wanted to do it. Good with the SUP. But no, I only do dog walks. But this really shows what the terrain looks like. Thanks! PS, go climb the battleship in GCNP. Start hiking at sunset. there used to be a trail up to the summit from the notch. At Full Moon. Use dim lights, at the big bend past 1.and a half mile resthouse traverse off BA to the battleship notch. SFollow the sheep trails traversing off the BA. and maybe all trails as your guide? looking and chilling on flat deck and hike out in the morning and have breakfast at el tovar after your long hike, or something. Its very beautiful. There is also Cope Butte off the Hermit as a day hike. Ride bikes not take the shuttle and get the exposure of a knife edge.
@thomaswayneward
@thomaswayneward Ай бұрын
There used to be a trail that went around Leigh lake, on the north side, that passed right by the scree slope you started on. So many trails are not maintained by the park "service".
@themcbobgorge
@themcbobgorge 3 жыл бұрын
"spicy but manageable" is what we like to see
@kw2764
@kw2764 3 жыл бұрын
So strange to see the tops of these mountains are just covered with loose boulders, rocks. This is amazing to me--I can't stand heights, even watching gets to me. Thanks for the video.
@chrisreyes7326
@chrisreyes7326 3 жыл бұрын
Epic. Definitely palm sweat inducing
@jun2932
@jun2932 3 жыл бұрын
Definitely ranks as one of your best videos. Loved it. That looks like a fun route. Would love to try that sometime.
@iantapia363
@iantapia363 3 жыл бұрын
Y'all don't get a thousandth of what you deserve. Great editing and cinematography 👍🏼
@christophertherealone.7938
@christophertherealone.7938 3 жыл бұрын
Incredible peak! Glad Danny didn’t fall off the paddleboard.
@noice9709
@noice9709 3 жыл бұрын
Nice one guys! Looked like so much fun!
@danovaz
@danovaz 3 жыл бұрын
You guys are absolute studs... 3000 ft of climbing in a day and I'm toast. Sucks getting old :)
@curtbentley
@curtbentley 3 жыл бұрын
Great video, guys! Fun to see Aaron and Chase on here...
@brookandholler5499
@brookandholler5499 3 жыл бұрын
At first I thought, "what a beautiful foggy morning", ..... until you mentioned all of the fires raging in the area!
@dukerichey2224
@dukerichey2224 3 жыл бұрын
These guys need to go for the Barkley Marathons
@BoomBoomLou
@BoomBoomLou 3 жыл бұрын
Love the videos, keep up the great content!
@ad_Benturing
@ad_Benturing 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing views at the summit! 😯 Though I am bummed about the fires going on out there especially in Colorado. I pray that the fires will be contained. This adventure was cool! Gave me motivation to keep going out there. 😁
@mrsi4mon
@mrsi4mon Жыл бұрын
Man that footage at 5:16 on the lake is just incredible!!
@adriantanskanen3914
@adriantanskanen3914 3 жыл бұрын
Nice little scramble/solo! When this whole covid mess is over you should take a trip to British Columbia and sample some of the mountain goodies we have here. There's some amazing alpine adventures just in and around Vancouver. As always, love the footage and the banter.
@adamedunn
@adamedunn 3 жыл бұрын
Stunning scenery
@georgesheffield1580
@georgesheffield1580 Жыл бұрын
Years ago ,the local rangers told me it was an impossible climb and had never been climbed . Though BS and climbed it , Exum ridge earlier in the week . 1964 .
@georgesheffield1580
@georgesheffield1580 Жыл бұрын
Crux was getting around the bears
@georgesheffield1580
@georgesheffield1580 3 ай бұрын
Oh yeah ,soloed both .
@levirichardson8505
@levirichardson8505 3 жыл бұрын
you guys are madmen for downclimbing instead of rappelling from drizzlepus!
@vipermadman
@vipermadman 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome work! Thanks for sharing.
@reeeci
@reeeci 3 жыл бұрын
'Sowing machine leg' 😂😂😂 I know exactly what you mean!
@zerosk8er453s
@zerosk8er453s 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the motivation as always!
@30m3
@30m3 3 жыл бұрын
I'm surprised this channel hasn't blown up yet. Great content.
@jeremysearle7634
@jeremysearle7634 3 жыл бұрын
It is only a matter of time, I’d imagine.
@kilo11881
@kilo11881 3 жыл бұрын
Your channel rocks! Keep up the awesome content!
@gogerwi
@gogerwi 3 жыл бұрын
Freaking amazing as usual boys. You 3 made a good team, no drama. Viva La Sportiva.
@massdebation250
@massdebation250 3 жыл бұрын
You guys need to do the Enchantments Trail in Washington (it’s next to a dope German town) do it as a thru hike in a day and you won’t need a permit, it’s what we did...it’s a soul crusher, with some incredible views! Love you guys, keep doing what you do!
@picnicker
@picnicker 3 жыл бұрын
Loving the chill organ music
@ablocki
@ablocki 3 жыл бұрын
You guys need to hit up the Wham Ridge on Vestal Peak in Colorado. The final stretch here looks like it was really similar difficulty-wise
@denali9643
@denali9643 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, what a trip! That smoke was awful.
@JamieMiles_southmainmuse
@JamieMiles_southmainmuse 3 жыл бұрын
Looking at that summit, I thought “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas” mountain without snow. Like it was drawn by a 1960s animator. But I was raised in Fl, where mountains are 500 ft above sea level. Totally awesome climb.
@kjguitarman
@kjguitarman 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing. I think your confidence, talent, endurance and strength gets you through these challenges. An accident will make you more cognizant of the importance of taking a more conservative approach perhaps. A risk all extreme athletes take.
@jackalope30
@jackalope30 3 жыл бұрын
sitting here stressing on election day--this is just what I needed to take my mind off of things. Thanks guys!
@sorentrexler3688
@sorentrexler3688 3 жыл бұрын
Nothing like that blurred line between class 4 and 5 without ropes haha...pretty gripped watching this
@TheMountainMatt
@TheMountainMatt 3 жыл бұрын
Saw this on your IG stories a few weeks ago, been waiting for this! One word... money
@bmtrueblood
@bmtrueblood 3 жыл бұрын
True lifestyle design. Much respect.
@MB-ln9nv
@MB-ln9nv 3 жыл бұрын
It’s a good day when you guys upload.
@TaylorFeist206
@TaylorFeist206 3 жыл бұрын
another great video! take it easy
@universe8181
@universe8181 3 жыл бұрын
You guys rock
@willmckayguiding
@willmckayguiding 3 жыл бұрын
You guys gotta get on the Cathedral next summer!
@ekimpp
@ekimpp 3 жыл бұрын
Ultimate! Mix of everything!
@phin422
@phin422 3 жыл бұрын
This wasn't nearly as sketchy as the Cable Route on Longs that you guys did
@koalakyle19
@koalakyle19 3 жыл бұрын
true, they were in over their heads on that one
@louismasar6147
@louismasar6147 3 жыл бұрын
I think the people who dislike this are either trolls or people just being rude because they are jealous
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