Alex Honnold Talks About The Strain On His Relationship As He Prepared To Climb El Capitan
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
- Alex Honnold opens up about the dIfficult conversations he needed to have with his girlfriend while preparing to climb El Capitan in the documentary "Free Solo."
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"And me attached to her as well" 🙌
I love how Alex said “and me attached to her as well” yes queen
He kinda sounds like he doesn't give a shit ...
@@nateleibold4221 yeah he’s like that
@@nateleibold4221 You must not have read about alex.
Wish he was attached to me... sorry , i know that's not classy of me 😂.. just a bit obsessed atm lol
Honesty rocks😃👍
Fantastic questions. The interviewer is clearly engaged, and has done his homework on an incredible individual. Well done.
Shane Stevens right! Jimmy Kimmel’s interview was embarrassing.
@@chevonjackson lol, Kimmel at one point says “you must really love climbing!” What a revelation.
In the last scene after he's reached the summit, he tells his girlfriend that he loves her and that he appreciates her, and there's emphasis on the appreciation part. I think his girlfriend taught him to appreciate people which is beautiful.
From the film, Alex describing his girlfriend: "She's small, and cute, and livens up the place [his van]... and doesn't take up a lot of space". A true romantic 🙂. I use this line on my wife occasionally.
I like her,she understands how he feels about this passion and sport and goes with it.she is one hell of a woman and deserves respect and just so much love from both him and the whole climbing community.
He's the best. Super down to earth, simple and humble and one of best athletes in the world. Such a cool guu
For Real the coolest guu
For Real guu 😂 Cartman lingo
i love it when interviewers actually seem respectful and engaged, he really did him homework. Some interviews were just being so rude and making fun of him
I love his eye contact. It really explains his capacity to do what he does. It’s a near total absence of fear and a very established centeredness and concentration.
"That comes off as a little unkind."
That's funny. Alex answering that blunt "no" to Sanni was the *precise moment* I became obsessed.
It showed a level of dedication that I like, and a level of honesty that I love. Fascinating human, this guy...
Saw this in IMAX yesterday. Had to drive an hour to get there but was so worth it! She was so right when she said that the climb was about more than the climb. I've never climbed but the movie was inspiring me for my own life.
You just like this guy from the first you hear him speak.........respect.....
Wishing some boyfriends had been so upfront ... that simple "No" is all you need to get out or go on with. While there are kinder ways to do it; it's a nice upfront way of finding out where you stand, instead of years down the track going "oh, well, waste of years not knowing" Good man, also learning new tricks every single day, what's not to like about that?
👍amen!
'Nice' people suck.
On the flip side, despite his honesty, she might well fall into the common trap of "i'll change him with my love." at which point, both ppl lose. I hope he doesn't follow in his dad's footsteps there🙁
felt bad the way his relationship is so under the microscope now.
Can't wait to see this documentary. Can't wait. This unassuming kid accomplished the greatest athletic feat in the history of humankind. It's mind boggling. I would call it inconceivable, but he conceived of it, so it's clearly not that.
The greatest athletic feat ???? He climbed a rock. And didnt fall. Im not saying it isnt impressive. But athleticly no where near the greatest.
@Craig Vanet, Have you ever been in Yosemite valley and looked up at El Cap's 3,000 foot sheer face? That experience may change your mind.
@@salsamanrocks . have you flown from San Francisco to hawaii. You know men have swam that before. ??? Again what alex did was very impressive. But not even close to the greatest athletic feat.
Craig, I think you need to watch this documentary in order to grasp the magnitude of what Alex did
he still has some pretty big balls. you can't front on that
Love the way he speaks he is climbing with words.
I find what truly makes the movie as enjoyable as it is isn't just the daring climb but perhaps even more is Alex's personality. He comes across as such a friendly, simple, genuine, likeable, guy. But in truth, I think he's very clever and knows how to capitalize on this remarkable success story.
Agreed; in another interview (with the ditziest of interviewers) he clearly points out that it's a business relationship that allows him to do what he want's in life - both his non-profit and his climbing. So, poverty, travel, van, interview junkets, promotion, is a thing. And they are doing him a favour; for which he's thankful. Very very smart man
I think he made the film because he was okay with having his climb documented. I think him being capitalistic is besides the point; the whole movie was about him doing this for himself, not you, me or anyone else. Is that capitalistic?
@Jom James So what? who are you to even decide what's right and what's not
Jom James I think you are misunderstood, the film crew included his friends and professional climbers. Your comments are ill-advised and I don’t think any opportunist would forfeit a 3rd of their income for a non-for-profit charity. You’re abhorrent.
@Jom James, meh, I've seen better trolls. Anyone who's seen the movie and watched more than 30mins of Alex Honnold's videos/climbs will know you either know nothing about the guy and/or you're just baiting. It's 100% about the climbing for Alex. The media surrounding him is just a convenient way for him to finance his climbing lifestyle.
(and I think you meant to type "don't use words I* don't understand"... it's ok my guy, we all learn at our own pace. You'll get your vocabulary to high-school level some day!)
Jimmy Chin....awesome, intelligent guy. Doesn't feel the need to speak. A rare admirable trait.
He is so...........every good word you can find that defines a pure heart man.
Anything that has Alex Honnold in the title on youtube, I have to watch it. This guy is the absolute best.
I am running out of interviews to watch. So looking forward to be able to watch this film in Germany. Waiting for it.
Me too .... sumuchdamn!! Though watching them out of order is hilarious .... one minute *El Cap*!! next minute *what am I going to do with the rest of my life* Oooohhhhh just you wait li'l buddy.
marcosbaires The german version (dubbing) will be shitty and badly translated for sure 😐
It’s profound, to quote a previous video I saw. That video was the first time I saw his footage and learned about his experience. It’s truly a profile of individuality done right.
It is nice to see somebody do an interview where they are actually interested in what the person they are interviewing has to say. This is not the usual talking head interview, of tv today.
Follow along with me for a moment, if you will: For me, both Alex Honnold & Jimi Hendrix seem to parallel each other in several very important ways- 1. They are both Geniuses/Masters of their own Craft. 2. They are both Rock Stars - Jimi of the Rock Guitar, Alex of the Rock. 3. They both have done something no one has ever done before, in their magnitude. 3. They both share a Non Ego-Trip, "No Big Deal" attitude toward their monumental achievements. 4. They both have superior Intelligence, great Kindness & genuine, Warm-Hearted conversation with anyone they are with. 5. They both would be Treasured even if they were just "Normal", everyday-type people working in a Bank, etc. without having achieved anything "Great" - just because of the Fantastic people they are. 6. They both are Compassionate at what they do, never ceasing to Improve - all hours throughout the day.
I am speaking of all this as if it is in a sort of "Time-Warp" sense, if you will.
Alex, we all Love both you & your wonderful girfriend Sanni. You have both touched our Lives in a way that nothing else ever will. While watching Free Solo for the first time, I had to stop the disc when Sanni was driving away from Camp, with Tears in her eyes - not knowing if she would ever see you again. I was overwhelmed. Alex, that beautiful 10+ Girl REALLY Loves you. We can all see it & feel it - to the point that makes us Cry. Alex, if you Have to keep doing what you're doing, we wish you both God Speed, Safety, much Love & Well Being & Last but not Least: a superior GRIP - both on the Rock & on that wonderful Girlfriend/Partnership of yours.
Great movie, a very nice guy and his special girlfriend. Just go see it. Wonderful filming; a great camera crew
Well-grounded, centered, wise - Alex earned his success by living as he thought was right for him.
That microphone is yelling “loosen your grip please!!!”
HAHAHAHAHA!!
comment section is the best
It reminds him of other things he likes to squeeze
Soooooooo humble and sensitive...tears everytime I watch and listen to this amazing, young inspiration speak.
Has to be DIVINELY inspired and directed.
Alex: GOD protect & bless You & Fam.
MUCH! MUCH!! MUCH!!! LOVE!!!!
(J(TL)J)
Barbados
doc was amazing, you guys should go see it!
Where can i watch it ? i cant seem to find it .
Dam....what a unassuming great guy and athlete....👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Any success can't be deserved like this!
Lol, he’s pretty awkward, but definitely cool. One of the most extraordinary humans on Earth.
Awkwardness is actually a strong sign of intelligence
I don't see ANY awkwardness on him, seems like many of you are constantly with people that can't stop talking and trying to be the center of attention all the time, what a boring primadonnas friends you have.
@@Carlos-ol8me Yeah it seems like people these days must constantly be talking at all times and if there's no conversation they can't handle the silence. Truly intelligent people don't really enjoy small talk. They'd rather be exchanging information and ideas
Carlos Chill, buddy. Have a beer or two and relax. I wasn’t insulting him, I said he was cool. He just seems to be a little off beat in a good way and I just found out that he’s mildy autistic which proves my point. Goddamn, are you sensitive.
Thats so true.
Im not really that into small talks, but once I know I can exchange some information at both directions, I sure like to talk for hours@@Counter-Intuitive
I really enjoyed the movie, intense nerve-wracking but really A well-done. Documentary on free solo El Cap.......
Keep climbing Alex!
Dont let his gf hear you tell him that!😆
Watch their Australia video. Her body language says she's not sincerely supportive about him free climbing.
**look at me.. im El Cap now*
He is no less than one of the most remarkable human beings I’ve ever witnessed. Total admiration. And I don’t know if this puts me on a team of one or not, but I’ll say it anyway, I don’t like his girlfriend. I think she did put pressure on him and add stress when she knew exactly who he was when she met him. If your introduction is a book signing by a guy who does hard core gnarly shit don’t feel sorry for yourself that your feelings have been put in harms way. But I don’t know I never seem to like the female lead. My own baggage I suppose.
Good piece on how to do insanely good interviews.
Small Dude. Big Balls
When does the documentary come out?
Been out
I just wanna say : so great. Now don’t ever do that again :)
He's been climbing many many walls he's not going to stop.
dude if he sneezed he could snap that microphone in half with THOSE HANDSSSS lol wtf
“Connective tissue”
yo, Alex, forewarned is forearmed, she asked: "will there come a day you feel dedicated enough about something to not solo?".
this is ALEX HONNOLD FREE SOLOIST PAR EXCELLENCE we're talkin' about, your raison d'etre is free soloing, you're not a freaking pencil pusher!
A lot of French in this comment, nice...
The director girl's family name is Hungarian! Wow! Vásárhelyi. Its a Hungarian city.
Bill burr and those damn chairs lol callback
Chai needs to do audiobooks
I read somewhere it’s the greatest sporting achievement by a human being. I tend to agree
NY times:)
Sitting on those half chairs are more challenging than climbing those rocks without a rope.
huh?
Those chairs were probably invented before an armchair with cushions. It's for the little people 100 years ago.
@@12brichards Watch Bill Burr giving an interview in the same studio. He goes on a hilarious rant about how bad these chairs are.
One of my favorite aspects of the film is Alex's attitude towards his gf. I love how straightforward he is with her and how much you can see his passion and determination thru that. You can tell he cares about her, but the free solo is the goal, and nothing is going to get in the way of that. I think I'm a bit callous in my view of her attitude, because he is just so straight up and tells her exactly how it is, and she acts like she's ok with it but then will make these little comments about how he doesn't have to do it, he can just give up anytime he wants and shit like that. Her actions are 100% reasonable and I understand where she is coming from, but it really frustrated me while watching the movie. I would imagine it is very difficult, but if you are going to date someone like Alex who is planning to do something like this that no one else has ever done, and has told you exactly what/how it is, you kind of have an obligation to be his support and not make it harder on him, or just leave. She definitly made it a bit harder on him, but overall did support him, and made the choice to leave when he seemed to be ready to go. Idk, I overthink everything and probly sound like a dickhead, but I love this stuff. Anything that makes you question morality and responsibility, especially when combined with someone achieving a once in a lifetime, God-like task. The stakes are just so high. I'm gonna go re-watch Free Solo now... rant over lol!
Just to be clear, I really like his gf, they make a good couple and she clearly makes him happy. I just disagreed with some of her decisions in the movie and enjoy breaking down stuff like that and considering the deeper aspects of human relationships in these kinds of situations.
I agree but as an outsider it's easy to say. I think most people would find a situation like that challenging because being in a relationship seems paradoxical to his goals. As he said later in the interview, as his relationship deepened he realised that his balance had to change. I guess Sanni was just projecting her (very legitimate) worries about the future which isn't ideal but very understandable as you say. Also although she made those small comments I didn't get the sense she was trying to stop him from doing it, I think she was just struggling to understand it as someone who values her relationships.
«I like the simplicity of soloing. You've got no gear, no partner. You never climb better than when you free-solo»,. Alex Honnold.
Heights of human greatness.
His fingers are so buff!
Anyone an idea, when the BBC El Capitan Doku gets on DVD/Blu-Ray.? I live in Germany and its impossible, to see it in cinemas..:-(
Same from Brazil. :/
5th February in Amazon Prime, 5th March on DVD. I had a friend who saw it in Amsterdam some time ago, so you might want to check mountain cinema festivals around you. I am from Spain and also really eager to see it!!
It will be in cinemas in germany starting this week
I can't believe markiplier was a part of this.
negative creep huh?
yooooooooo your wrong for that hahahahaha
lol gotem
LOL
Underrated
About his girlfriend; "What was it like filming those intimate moments?"
Alex's face... ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
Keep the interview clean mister. Calm down. When the van was rockin, the camera he was blockin. It wasn't that type of shoot!
Great info - Thanks
Holy shit. He barely ever blinks!
Hi from new Zealand.
Whats going over there, how you doin?
Sir Edmund says hi
What a drain you need to lose that girl no support only for herself what she needs bummer your such a cool guy alex dont make excuses for why you cant be that person they should be finding their own purpose you’ve found your without them for sure
💋 💘 💞 Alex Honnold 😍
Anyone notice his thunder-grip on the mic?
What I find interesting is this person who does this death defying stuff has a real conservative lifestyle outside of climbing.
DK3CHAMP in a profile that I think was by Munchies, he argues that, though his risks are more obvious, so many other people live very high-risk lives by not exercising or not eating in a healthy manner.
He's also an atheist, environmentalist and extremely educated in health & nutrition.
A focused conservative introvert is the only personality that could do what Alex does.
@@Counter-Intuitive They meant conservative in a different meaning.
@@nehmanator333 Obviously. Was adding to the qualities that make him an interesting person. Woosh
This (the climb) was obviously no big deal for him. However, I think the question about "putting up that wall" was misinterpreted. I think in any sport, as long as the athlete has that "wall" up, as Alex has had in the past while he has accomplished these AMAZING climbs, he is able to really hone in and make it happen flawlessly and look at it as "no big deal". Now that he has camera crews, AKA distractions who want him to make it look and feel like a big deal, things will change because "no big deal" DOES NOT sell for television... Be careful and stay humble Alex, ditch the camera crew...
The film is more than JUST the climb. Because JUST the climb would be sooo hey-ho monday morning at the office,.
next- alex down climbs free rider- not a big deal...
It's interesting that when mountaineers climb K2, which kills 1 climber for every 10 that make the summit, they are somehow given what amounts to an "ethical pass" with respect to their responsibilities for their inter-personal relationships. While we root for these dare-devil mountaineers to succeed, most people are more saddened for their family and loved ones when they die than they are judgmental of the mountaineer. I feel that for Alex there's been a lot of judgment directed toward him about taking the risks that he has without properly considering that some people take even larger risks than he.
My guess is that with Alex's training he probably had a 90% chance or better of not dying. How is it different other than the fact that nobody had done what he did before?
Stop whining
@@justicemoody "Stop whining? But what would I do with my time?? :-)
I think you misunderstood my comment. My point was that a lot of people are quick to pass judgement on Alex and that I don't think that is right. It's not constructive or accurate to portray Alex as cold, emotionless, and selfish. He's just different, and the particular risks he takes seem strangely foreign to us. That difference is what made him succeed and it should be what helps us to understand that the risk he took climbing El Cap, while significant, were to him reasonable - maybe like an accomplished mountaineer climbing K2.
Take this review of Free Solo www.thedartmouth.com/article/2018/11/review-free-solo-portrays-the-heartbreaking-costs-of-triumph where the author starts, "Honnold’s life is terrifyingly devoid of the warmth and care of love, and it seems to have left him adrift."
To me, nothing is colder than that remark.
Hes a great athlete and a very good guy gives 3rd of income to charities and such) but boy do I feel for any woman that marries him... Watching the documentary it feels he gives absolutely zero f for any gf hes had. Even with a gf probabily waiting outside his van while they re interviewing him, he says he would put el cap first and break up with her. And in every scene shes always the only one being affectionate. I wish women would give more importance to how much they receive back.
I do get your point but keep in mind there are other layers from his childhood etc that have made him how he is when it comes to emotions and affections. In the film Tommy Caldwell mentioned how matter of fact alex was when Ueli died. He shows his gf he loves her in the ways he knows best and I think as much as she struggles she knows where she stands as he is quite brutally honest about it. After his climb he tells her he loves her something Jimmy said he never tells anyone. seems like he has improved, last I read he felt like he was mean to her watching the film and has mentioned he is treading towards marriage so I guess her patience with him is paying off :)
After what Alex did, everyone needs to throw away their North Face clothes. He is the only one who is worthy enough to wear them.
Chai's voice... omg
Did he really just say "she's falling for you" about Alex' girlfriend? :D
i thought it was weird in the documentary that she kind of had no reaction when she talked about when she wasnt paying attention and he fell off the mountain and almost ended his career.
You think that fall almost ended his career? Yeah no.
@@ellena.8369 definitely didnt help? fucking your spine up in anyway is usually not good. my point is i just thought it was weird how she had no reaction to it.
@@schuschu121 She definitely did. I think if you're being filmed, whatever comes naturally is tainted by the damn camera. How does her presence affect you or hurt you? The filmmakers won an oscar.
@@ellena.8369 she didnt it definitely came off like "oh well shit happens". i never said it hurt me i just found it odd thats all. how does my observation hurt you? you seem very up in arms over this. she shouldve been paying more attention and shes lucky thats all he got from falling off a cliff
@@schuschu121 Too bad he didn't get hurt and ended up defeating the climb, so your point holds no weight.
Fucking hell this guy climbed el cap without ropes and all they're talking about is some broad.
That fucking outro
Woman: "How could you put your 20 year life dream ahead of me? Don't you realize that if you fall 2000 feet and explode like a watermelon, that will be very difficult for me?"
Typical guy: "Oh don't worry baby, you are the most important thing to me. I will always put you first and nothing bad will happen."
Alex Honnold: "I will always put climbing first, because that is who I am and the way I climb is truly special. Yes I might die and I'm totally mentally prepared for it. You are some girl I have known for a few months. It's true that I like you sometimes, so you can come back to the van in a week or so if you want."
Men, this is what a role model looks like. A will of iron, discipline, focus, talent, and he is a good man to boot.
@David Howard lol no way you can watch a few videos of him and know he's a sociopath
hahaha, I totally agree. As a woman, it is what I find most inspiring of him. True to himself, straightforward, dedicated and nonetheless funny and humble. A role model beyond gender, really.
@David Howard he definitely isn't a sociopath.
I have to admit..the film was amazing but his gf really irked me..
He has aspergers and doesn't understand fear or emotion, his amygdala doesn't respond like a normal human. Did you even watch the documentary? The guy isn't a role model.
2:37 At least when he was climbing El Capitan he was not falling for her.
Do you cut your own hair?
Oh gosh he’s better off solo. That girlfriend to much talk to many questions annoying it seems she’s so in to him pushing to hard for a relationship and he just wants to climb! That’s the only thing he loves it seems. He just wants quietness and peace
Love and climbing can co-exist
That's not his girlfriend lol. That's the filmaker. His girlfriend is super supportive.
She was upset if he falls he won't be climbing on top of her anymore😂😂😂
Or grabbing her with those massive hands lol
Chai's nonstop fake smiling drives me absolutely bananas. 🤬
What the hell is happening out of the window
Fantastic accomplishment - but quit while you’re ahead. Yes, you were prepared, but you were also lucky, and there’s no middle ground between hanging on and plummeting.
Meshwork123 nothing lucky in calculated preparation
M Ace One could ponder that on the way down.
If you look into it some more, the reason El Cap was so significant is because before he tackled it, he had previously completed a free solo on half dome. He was not satisfied with it, because he said it felt lucky. Alex trained for years and years repeating and mastering this route, so that luck would not be a factor.
Benjamin Pullen Luck does play a role, and gravity can be dangerous. Look at all the other climbers, the ones who lost their lives. Quit while you’re ahead.
@@Meshwork123 sure there are things that can go wrong, and he can't control the weather for example or other external factors but the point of this climb was to master it as he says in the film and other interviews. It's not like he just rolled up one day, climbed it without gear and didn't die just because he got "lucky".
The only thing I like to free solo is my wife.
That’s one of the weirdest replies I’ve ever received on here. You must be one of those pussies who’s totally subservient to your wife. Does she limit your screen time and tell you when to speak? I say what I want, when I want. Bitch.
@@ogs1mpson609 Do men have bigger brains in your country.?
Yeah Buddy that was just a joke man. Lighten up.
Yeah Buddy btw. We use ropes sometimes too 😘
Yeah Buddy get over it man. What are you, the morality police on RUclips? Your obsession with my comment is bordering on ridiculous.
my only "issue" is he will start to age. I worry that he won't quit ever and one day his body just won't perform the way he needs it to.
Agree. I hope he won’t comtinue to push to maintain at the top level. Most of the big wall climbers that died during climbing were in their 40s.
Catherine Destivelle quit free soloing when she decided to have a child. My guess is Alex Honnold is also this kind of person who will follow the same path.
maybe, but often it's different for men than women@@akseli9
lets hope@@33Jenesis
I tried to like his girlfriend but just couldnt
Mild Aspbergers?
aceconcept he’s just awkward bro
Jacob Stone he’s not awkward just smarter than you
M Ace hahaha awesome comment
Actually being a little awkward is a strong sign of intelligence.
His dad was, so it could just be more learned
It seams like his girl was only in it for the publicity. Shes nice but I noticed in front of the camera she always put on a scene.
I think she's vulnerable and inexperienced which makes her presence more authentic and meaningful. Like you would have been on your A-game being filmed. Cute though how you think you can understand that.
Alex has mentioned they had just started dating when filming began. He just engaged her over Christmas so clearly his views on her are way different than yours
He's lucky he has a girlfriend, some of are super lonely, all the time
Chai seems so hot and horny 🤷🏻♂️
Trumptards can’t relate