Gastronomic Big Wall Climbing in Patagonia

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Published 2023-07-18
Tyler Karow, Imanol Amundarain, and Cedar Christensen pulled off a team free ascent of the South African Route on the East face of the Central Tower of Paine in Patagonia, Chile in January 2023. Despite their typical vigilance for going light, they opted to splurge on quite a few luxuries including excess amounts of wine and a mini cast iron oven that they used to bake muffins, empanadas, and pizzas daily while living in portaledges. They spent a total of ten days on the wall after an initial two days of fixing ropes from the ground.

This 4000 foot line was first climbed in 1974 by a South African team and first freed by Sean Villnueva O'Driscoll, Nico Favrese, and Ben Ditto in 2009 at a grade of 5.12c. This was the second free ascent of the route.

Wall Soundtrack: open.spotify.com/playlist/10qAuYmj0muTtUTgwk5kXl?s…

All Comments (21)
  • @crazyhandgrows6432
    It always amazes me with the amount of equipment some climbers bring with them, especially on a multiple day climb. Making pizza, cakes, quiche, cupcakes, and whatever else is top notch.
  • @patrickflint1106
    Very gastronomic, my bowels evacuated several times watching this.
  • We live in the greatest time ever for movies. This is better than any documentary out there! No annoying editing. Just the passage of time.
  • Going climbing always take a dude who knows arts and crafts and cooking. Absolute legendary team xD
  • @TheeShortBuss
    my hands sweat like crazy just watching this, incredible video
  • @pstephano
    Hauling 20 liters of water plus gear up a mountain. That's some serious strength and stamina. Formidable!
  • Hands down this has to be one of the most insane climbing videos out there on the internet. kudos to team!
  • @KRUEfm
    Thank you algorithm for showing me this. Huge respect. I can never figure out how they can keep track of all the ropes they are using, plus they are 3 person in a tent, hanging on the mountain as if it was a family camping trip to the lake, eating muffins and cheese. Every now and then I love to go into the woods and hiking, but I'm afraid of heights but can imagine the adrenaline and reward climbing those small gaps must be something out of this world. Awesome footage!
  • @azdrifter3968
    I will never understand the people that feel the need to do this. But it's super impressive. Spending days climbing. Hauling not just yourself, but a bunch of supplies up. Building camps hanging off the sides of cliffs. Cooking, drinking wine and sleeping in the camps. Amazing. I'm surprised the climbing gear is that strong and even if you fall, you're okay.
  • @vdiffclimbing
    Your video brings back great memories. I climbed this route in January 2012 with my friend Callum. We also spent 10 days or so on the wall. It was the most life-changing experience of my whole life. Proud send guys!
  • @ayebing
    Videos like this amaze me . We are all human beings , of the same species and design but some of us are clearly running very different operating systems. Unbelievably impressive.
  • @BertTotzke
    Now that's proper climbing! my heart was in my mouth throughout this video. You guys must be extremely fit and strong and highly intelligent to understand how to sort out all those ropes! What a fantastic film! Thank you
  • @p3arljam26
    I dont know how i came across this channel but i watched this entire video and it has gave me inspiration to follow in your footsteps. Sometimes you think things are impossible to achieve but with hard work and dedication a person can do the unimaginable. I just want to let all three of you know that i can now make muffins, popcorn and pizza so keep the content coming i cant wait for the next video so i can continue reaching new heights and cook things i could have never imagined.
  • @Thunderpuddle
    I am absolutely terrified of heights, so it is complete testament to you guys, your skills, your determination, relaxed nature and camaraderie, plus top level cooking in swinging tents, that made me watch all of this with sweaty palms and a huge level of respect for you three men.
  • @AZ-su1zg
    Makes me feel like backpacking in the mountains on the regular trail is a chill time.
  • @rigolmgs
    Torres del Paine is one of the most beautiful spots in Chile, just getting to the lake is amazing.
  • @ugglebo1198
    Still the very best climbing channel on youtube!
  • @CrossWindsPat
    Man this was so epic. I did not expect to watch this whole video but what a journey! You guys are truly living your best lives.
  • @calvinmaltin
    All of you have absolutely dumbfounded me. The emotions of fear, curiosity, and pride is just wow. BRAVO!!!!
  • @ekay4495
    I'm always amazed at the amount of things you bring with you