Mont Blanc // My 3rd Attempt to Climb Western Europes Highest Peak

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Published 2021-12-01
I've travelled to Chamonix twice before with the intention of climbing the surprisingly deadly Mont Blanc. On both previous attempts we got rained out and spent our time under a gloomy sky. This time however, the sun shone brightly on Chamonix and the surrounding Mont Blanc Massif. After failing to accurately research our trip we found ourselves driving a poorly equipped 2 wheel drive rental up to Col De Voza. From there we took the "normal route" or the Goûter Route up to Tête Rousse. Our original plan was to stay at a different refuge but nothing we kinda planned really worked out. So we improvised all the way to the summit which according to recent news has shrunk by 3 feet. Thank goodness, I'm not sure Christof could have handled another 3 feet.
All Comments (21)
  • @tomgosy
    Why did watching this make me feel like it could be something I could accomplish next week with my non-existent mountaineering experience...
  • @michaelsherwin282
    So glad you finally made it. Also good to see that you are meeting the usual Mediocre standards for research, trip preparation, and starting time.
  • @paulmelde919
    When this showed up in my feed I immediately felt like a kid getting an early Xmas present. The fact this was accomplish in such a short timeframe across two continents and an ocean makes it all the more impressive. Great job boys and thanks for taking us along!
  • @jeremys6631
    Dude, this has to be best one yet. You did great job of filming the whole way. Start to about 8 minutes you knew y'all were heading up and had goal to reach. The last part you did amazing job of showing how steep itt was ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  • @Phil27262
    Could someone explain to me why they have a rope tied to eachother when they don’t even have ice axes in their hands… In my eyes the only thing that that does is that if one slides down the other one comes with him. You’re not going to stop a man sliding down such a steep snowy hill with some crampons and walking sticks. I would really like to know what they are thinking when doing this😅😅😅
  • @ashw8495
    Man you guys deserve wayyy more subscribers, absolutely awesome videos. It always makes our day when you guys post!
  • @shaddring
    Thanks for sharing the journey. Some of those shots on the ascent made my stomach turn. On the way down at the 16:04 mark, you see people in the distance going up and it shows a great perspective on how massive that mountain is. Well done Gents! Mission Accomplished.
  • @alphabeyta
    Was relieved to see the second shelter was open! You all are an inspiration for me to get out there and climb some mountains.
  • @evosportychop8332
    It's been a while since I have caught a video, this was a far cry from Rainier or the Grand Canyon. Some YouTubers may have stretched this into a 15 part mini series, thank you for not dragging the video on that long. Great adventure once again.
  • @theworldhiker1
    Another amazing video guys....always love the inspiration and challenges that you guys taken on all over the US and the world!
  • @joeypage9268
    Hell yeah boys, great job. thanks for inspiring myself and others to continue to climb mountains
  • @ericmenocal3768
    Phenomenal, gents. Great job! Thanks for sharing your amazing journeys. Much appreciated. 👊🏔🥾
  • @davidbaker5725
    That was a seriously awesome video! So inspiring! It was cool to see your choices climbing and also see you come off the mountain in one push as the scenery changes as you descend 10,000 vft in a day!
  • @gmckemie4281
    Thanks you for posting this. Usually they are posted in the morning so I can enjoy the adventure over breakfast and two cups of coffee. This one was posted in time for supper and I enjoyed that Crystof is in mountain bike shape and it was enough. Glad you were able to score shelter on the way up.
  • @krisztian007
    You guys are awesome. Love the intro and ending beats, it’s become your signature. Great music selection, keep making your adventures! Guaranteed thumbs up!
  • @mikeshumanpoweredadventures
    Watching on my lunch break in a cold, shop/garage. Covered in grease and oil. But for 20 minutes I was there you you guys. You captured the day so well I forgot where I was... MTB ain't no substitute for running if you wanna be climbing mountains! Amen! Looking forward to seeing what your up to for the ski season! Or a Christoff led fat bike adventure! Matt would love that too I'm sure...
  • @cordhasenschlaf6540
    The hut was a completely normal hut in the Alps. The beds are tight, it stinks, you get to know your neighbors better than you would like. All huts in the Alps are at this level. A very nice film. Impressive performance. Thank you.
  • @tobygarton9494
    WoW this is so awsome man, its great to see you break the 14,000 foot barrier now the tallest mountain youve done is 15,700 and im here for it congratulations loved the video it was beautiful!!