Free Solo
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This is probably one of the most insane accomplishments in climbing. The movie is probably going to gain some awards. Check it out if it is in a theater location nearby.
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Alex Honnold is legitimately one of the most unique individuals on earth. My wife and I can’t wait to see this.
- Todd
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Also, Jimmy Chin is amazing. As with his other films, I’m sure his work with the camera is just a much as character in the film as the actual people. He’s also a great guy. Met him multiple times at screenings and climbing events.
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Insane! Can't wait to see it!!
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Agreed. Meru was amazing too.
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Looks amazing, but I feel all weird watching him do that.
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Darn, he looks like Spider Man...
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I saw him on a show a year ago or so, 60 Minutes maybe. Remember them mentioning he has extremely strong, and unusually large fingertips.
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bad ass accomplishments, but stupid as hell also
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It takes a big set of balls to do this and a very little brain.
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I'd argue that you have to be extremely selfish to do this kind of thing, but mental acumen is very high. It takes a lot of mental fortitude to physically and mentally prepare for a feat like this and even more to plow through fear and pain and come out alive.
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Oh I'm not saying that he is stupid. Mentally, you better be on your A game but it definitely doesn't have a highly intelligent idea impact.streetracer101 wrote:I'd argue that you have to be extremely selfish to do this kind of thing, but mental acumen is very high. It takes a lot of mental fortitude to physically and mentally prepare for a feat like this and even more to plow through fear and pain and come out alive.
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Any type of climbing is very hard to explain. There’s no reason or logic to enduring the mental/physical punishment and it’s inherently a selfish endeavor. It’s also extremely personal. What Alex does may seem extremely foolhardy and I don’t pretend to understand why he does it, but it’s not because he’s stupid or seeks glory. It just is what it is and I appreciate the human achievement.
- Todd
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I will have to check that out. I remember seeing him in Valley Uprising (another really good documentary about climbing) on Netflix.
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I thought this was going to be about Return of the Jedi.
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Just saw it. Outstanding film. An insane accomplishment.
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Nope. People that do that shit for thrills are crazy.
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Stuuuuuuuuupid
Skills
Selfishness
Balls
Just Stuuuuuuuupid
Skills
Selfishness
Balls
Just Stuuuuuuuupid
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Some guys juggle chainsaws. Some guys base jump. Some guys climb walls.
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