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Train to Summit
Великобритания
Добавлен 19 сен 2020
Ever dreamt of climbing a mountain?
Back when I was a kid, in my small hometown in Romania, all of my friends were obsessed with football. Since I never identified with the game, I felt left out and thought “I’ll never find an activity I love”.
Fast forward to my early 20s, after I finished reading Bear Grylls’s ‘Mud Sweat and Tears’ -something clicked. I was a Mountaineer. I might not have climbed any mountains yet or knew anything about what it takes, but somehow every cell in my body believed it.
I made this channel to share my experiences and hopefully someday inspire fellow unaware Mountaineers out there to reach new heights of their own.
My name’s Cris, welcome to Train to Summit.
Back when I was a kid, in my small hometown in Romania, all of my friends were obsessed with football. Since I never identified with the game, I felt left out and thought “I’ll never find an activity I love”.
Fast forward to my early 20s, after I finished reading Bear Grylls’s ‘Mud Sweat and Tears’ -something clicked. I was a Mountaineer. I might not have climbed any mountains yet or knew anything about what it takes, but somehow every cell in my body believed it.
I made this channel to share my experiences and hopefully someday inspire fellow unaware Mountaineers out there to reach new heights of their own.
My name’s Cris, welcome to Train to Summit.
I walked 800km across Tanzania to climb Kilimanjaro
Aren't you afraid of hiking alone through rural Tanzania?
This is the question I got over and over again a month before departing. My goal was to summit Kilimanjaro from sea to sea.
Hiking from the Indian Ocean to climb Mount Kilimanjaro was probably one of the most challenging things I've ever done.
The heat, blisters and long distances wore me down even from before I got to the town of Moshi.
It took 12 days to even get to the start of Umbwe Gate, the start of the Umbwe route.
When I arrived I wasn't in any state to climb the highest freestanding mountain in the world, but this is exactly what I wanted when I set this goal - a next level challenge.
This crazy journey is only the first of 7.
M...
This is the question I got over and over again a month before departing. My goal was to summit Kilimanjaro from sea to sea.
Hiking from the Indian Ocean to climb Mount Kilimanjaro was probably one of the most challenging things I've ever done.
The heat, blisters and long distances wore me down even from before I got to the town of Moshi.
It took 12 days to even get to the start of Umbwe Gate, the start of the Umbwe route.
When I arrived I wasn't in any state to climb the highest freestanding mountain in the world, but this is exactly what I wanted when I set this goal - a next level challenge.
This crazy journey is only the first of 7.
M...
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I climbed Aconcagua alone from the sea (and back)
Просмотров 7 тыс.2 месяца назад
My dream was to climb this mountain from sea level. At 6,000 meters I realised I couldn't do it. In January 2024 I set out to climb Aconcagua from the Pacific Ocean in Chile, to the summit, and back. A 500km journey in total. This film documents my experience of attempting to climb one of the 7 Summits. The highest peak in the Andes mountains. The walk was difficult, but the real challenge only...
I walked across Chile to climb Aconcagua
Просмотров 4,4 тыс.3 месяца назад
A lot of people told me this was a bad idea. Hiking through urban and rural Chile and Argentina, alone, to attempt to climb South America's highest mountain from sea level. After a year of planning, I daydreamt of this moment every single day. Hiking from the Pacific Ocean in Chile to the summit of Aconcagua, and back - this is my unusual dream. This crazy journey is only the first of 7. My end...
How I went from broke to climbing the 7 Summits - Documentary
Просмотров 6 тыс.4 месяца назад
At the start of 2024 I began the most terrifying adventure - following my dream. I set out to become the first person that climbs the 7 Summits, each continent's highest mountain, from sea level, and back to sea level. Climbing every single meter, up and down. In this video I documented my journey to the first two summits, Aconcagua and Kilimanjaro - South America and Africa's highest peaks. To...
Best Via Ferrata in the Julian Alps?
Просмотров 4,8 тыс.8 месяцев назад
When we passed through a giant hole in the mountain 800 meters off the ground to reach the summit, I knew this was possibly one of the most EPIC Via Ferratas we ever did. After summiting Triglav (Slovenia's highest mountain) the day before, we decided to embark on one more epic mission. Just about an hour's drive from Ljubljana airport, Prisojnik, or Prisank as it's also called is a beautiful 2...
Climbing Slovenia's Highest Mountain in Gale Force Winds
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.8 месяцев назад
The wind close to the summit was blowing so hard I couldn't see anymore. This seemingly straightforward route had just turned into a hardcore challenge... In September we went to Slovenia to climb its highest mountain, Triglav. The weather forecast for the period we were there didn't look promising, so we had to fit a peak usually done over 2-days into a one-day push. The journey to the summit ...
Racing against a Storm - Climbing Epic via Ferrata in the Dolomites
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.9 месяцев назад
I love the Dolomites, but they have a big problem...they seem to be prone to bad weather, more than any other place I've been to. It might just be our luck though 😂 In August we had a long weekend booked to do some epic Via Ferratas. The weather prognosis didn't agree with our plans though. On day one we were lucky to get a good weather window and managed to go to the top of the Sella group via...
I'm climbing the 7 Summits from Sea to Sea
Просмотров 3,5 тыс.9 месяцев назад
A couple of years ago I decided to follow my crazy dream... to climb the highest mountain on each continent (also known as the 7 Summits challenge) from sea level and back to sea level. Every single meter up and down, and on foot. I'm starting this journey in January 2024 by walking from the Pacific Ocean in Chile, to the summit of Aconcagua, the highest mountain in South America, and back to t...
Best Via Ferrata in the Dolomites? Climbing Possnecker
Просмотров 8 тыс.10 месяцев назад
This route throws you straight into a 700-meter vertical climb, with terrifying drops on each side. About 2 months ago we went to climb Piz Selva, a 2,941m mountain belonging to the Sella group, an iconic giant of the Dolomites. We started our hike from Passo Sella, and within minutes got to the start of our climb. Our chosen route was via Ferrata Possnecker (also called Ferrata delle Mesules),...
Unguided Climb of one of Georgia's Highest Peaks: Mount Kazbek
Просмотров 13 тыс.10 месяцев назад
I didn't think we'd have to cross into Russia to get to the summit of this mountain, especially not via a border lying at nearly 5,000 meters. Our journey started in the town of Stepantsminda, in the Kazbegi region of Georgia, from where we could see Mount Kazbek looming over us for the whole time we were there. Climbing Kazbek was no easy feat. There is no cozy Alpine hut here with a half-boar...
We Got Lost: Climbing a remote peak in Georgia alone
Просмотров 3,6 тыс.11 месяцев назад
Crossing a border illegally is not ideal, especially when it might be lined with mines. A couple of months ago we set off to climb Sherkhota, a dormant volcano in the Kazbegi region of Georgia. This trip was meant to help us acclimatize for our ultimate goal in Georgia, Mount Kazbek - the third highest mountain in Georgia's Caucasus range. From the get-go, we realized that this mountain is loca...
We tried Georgia’s two Best Day Hikes from Stepansminda
Просмотров 5 тыс.11 месяцев назад
This country wasn't what we expected it to be... Hiking in Georgia was at the top of our to-do list for years. Renowned for the Caucasus mountains and its wild nature, this was one we had to experience for ourselves. From the time we were based in Stepantsminda (Kazbegi region), two hikes stood out to us the most. The Chaukhi pass hike which goes from Juta village, over Chaukhi pass, and to the...
Climbing Switzerland's Highest Mountain Unguided | Monte Rosa
Просмотров 109 тыс.Год назад
Starting a climb knowing it will take 17 hrs is no easy task, especially when it's up the 2nd highest mountain in the Alps, Dufourspitze - the highest peak on Monte Rosa. We started from Zermatt, one of those places that should be at the top of your 'must visit' list in Switzerland, by taking a train some 1,000 meters up. Our objective for the first day was what I consider to be one of the most...
Climbing Breithorn from Italy to Switzerland - Unguided
Просмотров 6 тыс.Год назад
I always wanted to cross over a mountain range, but I never thought I would do it carrying 20kg on my back... After climbing to Capanna Margherita, the highest mountain hut in the Alps, we went to Breuil-Cervinia, from where we embarked on an ambitious mission the following day - Hiking over the Alps from Cervinia to Zermatt, and in the process summiting the Breithorn. West and Central Breithor...
Above the clouds - A journey to the highest hut in Europe, Unguided
Просмотров 23 тыс.Год назад
When someone got airlifted out of the hut at 2AM, we knew this place is no joke. For years I wanted to visit Capanna Margherita, famous for being the highest mountain hut in the Alps, perched atop a 4,554-meter mountain, Signalkuppe - part of the Monte Rosa group of mountains. If you include our acclimatization climb, this journey took us 3 days to reach. We decided to take an ambitious route t...
Striding Edge - Actually difficult or just hype?
Просмотров 21 тыс.Год назад
Striding Edge - Actually difficult or just hype?
One day in Chamonix? I tried its best Via Ferrata
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.Год назад
One day in Chamonix? I tried its best Via Ferrata
I DO NOT recommend this via Ferrata! (Chamonix)
Просмотров 9 тыс.Год назад
I DO NOT recommend this via Ferrata! (Chamonix)
Climbing Blaven: Easy beginner mountain - Isle of Skye
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Climbing Blaven: Easy beginner mountain - Isle of Skye
Climbing Skye's Highest Peak | Sgurr Alasdair
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Climbing Skye's Highest Peak | Sgurr Alasdair
Hiking to Pico Ruivo's summit (Not what we expected)
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.Год назад
Hiking to Pico Ruivo's summit (Not what we expected)
Madeira's best hike turned ugly | Levada Caldeirão do Inferno
Просмотров 9 тыс.Год назад
Madeira's best hike turned ugly | Levada Caldeirão do Inferno
Hiking up Volcan Atitlan - Guatemala’s best kept secret
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.Год назад
Hiking up Volcan Atitlan - Guatemala’s best kept secret
Hiking Guatemala's unsafest trail | San Pedro Volcano
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Hiking Guatemala's unsafest trail | San Pedro Volcano
This hike takes you to an erupting volcano | Acatenango UNGUIDED
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This hike takes you to an erupting volcano | Acatenango UNGUIDED
What I wish I knew before climbing Panama's highest peak | Volcan Baru
Просмотров 7 тыс.Год назад
What I wish I knew before climbing Panama's highest peak | Volcan Baru
Climbing Cerro Chirripo IN ONE DAY | Costa Rica
Просмотров 5 тыс.Год назад
Climbing Cerro Chirripo IN ONE DAY | Costa Rica
The hardest hike on the UK's highest mountain | CMD Arête, Ben Nevis
Просмотров 6 тыс.Год назад
The hardest hike on the UK's highest mountain | CMD Arête, Ben Nevis
The most DANGEROUS hike in the UK? (Tryfan & Bristly Ridge)
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The most DANGEROUS hike in the UK? (Tryfan & Bristly Ridge)
The most beautiful hike you didn't know existed [Dolomites]
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The most beautiful hike you didn't know existed [Dolomites]
2nd part? :D pls c'mon with the cliffhanger!
where is your chestpiece and rest-loop? This must been super exhausting without a chance to rest, there's loads of pigtails.
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😊👍
Looks beautiful!
Good luck! 😊
This is amazing. I am really glad you made it to the top. I am planning to do the hike solo one day, your video is very useful. Thank you for sharing all the details. Last bit of the video, when you get close to home reminded me of how I felt when I completed some of the hikes. It's so true. I enjoy watching the whole video and wish you the best of luck on any future hikes.
@@SubhanSanjaya Thank you 🙏🏻
This is absolutely amazing!!! So Inspiring man, I have similar goals and dreams so you're really pushing me forward!
@@ΚωνσταντίνοςΚυριάκος Thank you and keep going for those goals 👊🏻
its ok for a day out
LOL. in 3 days I will try to make Zumstein - Dufour - Nordend. The highest I wa at Grossglockner with 1 night before at the Hut located at 3400., but I was okay. We will stay 1 night at Gnifetti and 2 nights at Margherita. I never had altitude sickness and hope that pill will resolve it. I found your channel 1 hour ago and already love it.
@@mariusbogdan8917 That sounds like an awesome day out! Distracție plăcută 👊🏻
Watching this video as today I just hiked to the glacier view point of Mt Kazbeg right next to that cafe 360. Stared at the top of that mountain for quite a while and now seeing the real one from your video🎉
@@ypengardener We loved the trek to the glacier. Thanks for watching!
did this route last month i made a bivi on the swischenbergerpas. had amazing clear weather... and the ridge was dry. only had a scare at night when there was a hugely active thundercloud in the valley (we saw constant flickering outside the tent and thought we were in it) very fun experience!
Respects mate. Bragging rights earned!
This is fucking amazing! I've been following you for a while and it's impressive how much you've progressed and done. Keep pushing! You've gained a cult of supporters over here!
@@diegoanaya3596 Thank you 🙏🏻
it's nowhere near the most dangerous hike in the UK.
Hey guys, I'm so proud of you that you made it! I also conclude that the outward hike went well ;-) I have been to the Caldeirao do Inferno with a friend back in February 2009. It was far easier, as it was a dry year, the levadas were not overflowing and the railings not damaged by landslides, I wouldn't have dared to do the hike in these conditions. The "waterfall" in the Caldeirao do Inferno was just a trickle. Again, Congratulations! But I would not call the second stretch "ugly", rather "overwhelming".
That summit looked super sketch. Very impressive ascent though, from what i know one of the hardest summit pushes in the alpes given the total altitude gain and altitude, but those views definitely made up for it
You could have gone down the other side of the mountain, a little longer but much easier.
As a Tanzanian,You earned my respect.Man your adventureos I will have to story tell this to my friends,What you did is crazy hard work+ grit+courageous🎉 even locals won't dare let alone tourist/foreigners.Ahsante kwa kuitangaza Tanzania 🇹🇿 karibu tena.
@@Halphan-cw3de Thank you so much 🙏🏻
As always: Beautiful Coverage!
In pochi posti al mondo puoi contemporaneamente sciare e guardare il mare, mamma Etna è uno di questi.
@@squallleonhart3248 L'etna è bellissima 🌋
You are amazing and what a great storyteller! Following your challenges all the way and rooting you on from the small country of Lithuania 🎉
@@jcbonly Thank you 🙏🏻
as a tanzanian I love this, karibu tena Tanzania 🇹🇿🇹🇿🇹🇿
@@filamupictures9349 Asante sana 🙏🏻
What level of strenght do I need for this?
Way too many people for it to be enjoyable...
Fratele you and your chanel deserve soo much,good luck !!!!!
@@rlserex8268 Mulțumesc 👏🏻
maybe i'm an idiot but that sure looks like a plantain and not a banana at 11:10
you know other languages don't differentiate between plantains and bananas, right?
That shot is unreal.. a floating summit
What a journey! So cool to see this part of the world and through your eyes!
Îmi place. Suoer ❤
Super ❤
Which month and dates did u visit
@@saeedas2660 end of July
Really enjoy watching your adventures. To continue walking with that heat and those feet, massive achievement. Hope you succeed on your 2nd peak.
@@susanbucknall9296 Thank you 🙏🏻
Loving this series! What brand glacier glasses do you have?
@@Rory_Perkins Vallon Heron Glacier
man found you on the trekking page in nepal cannot wait to see you in nepal .
@@iammusicforever Can't wait to come to Nepal!
Looking forward to part 2. Following from your insta the ascent wound up super chill and couldn't have gone much better!
Another great video my friend , looking at you walking on those roads make me felt like walking by your side but then inside me thinking " este hombre esta completamente loco , a que horas sale algun animal salvaje ? , Your wife will know what I just said . Looking forward for your next video .
@@felipegodinez5298 Jajajajajajaja. Gracias Felipe!
“Just get it done” made me chuckle! Incredible landscape, fantastic video. You are insane 😂😂
Again a fantastic inspiring video. Curious for the next episode. Keep on living your dream! You'll never forget it! Thumbs up for Viv too! 👍
I can't remember when I first heard about this project, but it's turning out super fantastic. Well done mate.
You're a legend mate, I love this adventure of yours. Hiking 40 km day after day in the African heat, that's actually insane. You're a huge inspiration to us regular guys who dream of the big mountains too. In a few days I'll try to hike to above 2000 meters for the first time, 20 km and 1000 meters of altitude. "It's not about being positive, it's about getting it done", I'll try to remember that haha
Thank you for the kind words mate. Enjoy the mission, it sounds great!
I like how Monte Rosa and the Mount Blanc are never in Italy but always in Switzerland or France...
So true 😂 - The easier access is never from Italy I suppose!
@@TraintoSummit I guess! :)
Never remove a blister patch until you're home 🤣
😂😂😂
@@TraintoSummit 😁
humidity and traffic are absolutely crazy there! I use myself a mental trick about focus on every day thing rather than the whole picture. Anyways, you are incredible and I am waiting what's next to see how you smashing it!
Thank you Viktoria! 💪
Although this journey is mostly about those seven summits, I enjoy to see these mezmerizing countries through your eyes no less. I love the no fancy bullsh1t approach of the things too. I wish you all the luck and strength for the upcoming peaks, and already can't wait for your next upload 😉 Carry on, Cris!
Thank you mate 🙏🏻
I'm so excited, but what's touch me is you two guys. I so wish I was so fortunate to find a partner that you two have done. Madalin, you are a superhuge inspiration. I really hope to meet you guys before I end my days.
As always, thanks so much for the kind words Rino 🙏 I hope we get to meet one day too! And yes, I'm eternally grateful that I met Viv☺
What an INCREDIBLE journey!!! Can't wait to see the next part of the trip! You and Viv are tough.
Great watch! Have you heard of: walking/hiking wool? It’s anti pressure & anti inflammatory and works wonders for blisters. Way better than tape or band aids. Highly recommend. Thanks for the video. Looking forward to the next part. Cheers!
I'll check it out!
What a journey! You have a nice way to tell your story even though it was tough. Your determination kept you going. Waiting to see the climb with Viviana 🫶🏻
Beautifully building to the big climb, suffering and enjoying the journey with you!
Beautiful storytelling from such an amazing place! Well done for getting through that horrendous heat!!