Can you imagine being a friend or relative and seeing how they covered this story? Or more like how they *didn't* cover the story at all and showed a home video. Very disrespectful
She really bragged about how brave she was because it's "incredibly" dangerous when hundreds of people do it all the time lol, stole the story of a poor dead woman and made it about her, and her co-workers praising her bravery 🤣 instead of honoring the woman who lost her life
@@struggle-dad6715 who is honoring them? If anything you should cover their death so others know the dangers. Doesnt mean its the right time to talk about how you survived the same trail the person died on. Its distasteful and unprofessional.
@@struggle-dad6715 Almost every death involves some degree of personal accountability. You are saying "no disrespect" while not respecting the family of the person lost, or acknowledging the value of their life. Summing up their entire life, their character, and death into a single decision; that shows little respect for the complexity of life, the value of individuals, and anyone feeling compassion. Don't get me wrong though; I'd never do what she did because I am terrified of heights. But that doesn't mean that I think bravery isn't honorable. If I thought it made sense I would try to conquer my fear of heights. But it really would take a good reason because I am so afraid. If she conquered her fear I can honor that; maybe not the reason to take such a risk. But for all we know she had a lot of other views and perspectives that we would honor, and we don't really know why she was up there. The point is that her life is over and it is time to celebrate her life and honor her memory; not focus on the tragedy and blame her.
@@bigdino0035 "who is honoring them?" did you miss the initial comment that started this thread??? Joseph Franco 2 months ago (edited) "She really bragged about how brave she was because it's "incredibly" dangerous when hundreds of people do it all the time lol, stole the story of a poor dead woman and made it about her, and her co-workers praising her bravery 🤣 instead of honoring the woman who lost her life"
No..... they were talking about a woman that did die and then went on to talk about the anchors SEPARATE experience on the same climb who did not die. Pay attention.
It's not incredibly dangerous and incredibly slippery. She's magnifying the difficulty here. You just need a good pair of hiking shoes, good normal balance, be in shape, and pace yourself and you'll make it. If it was that dangerous then it wouldn't be open to the hundreds of people who climb it every year.
I've done it twice and agree with you. It did not seem dangerous at all when I was there. It would seem like someone has to do something very abnormal to fall. No one around you seems nervous, you just do what should be obvious as far as climbing and passing people both going the same way you are and those coming at you from a different direction. I've read about those who have fallen and it is typically people who have dropped something and they try to chase after the object.
In reality 50 thousand people climb it each year and on some days there are 1000+ people doing the hike. It's really not a very advanced hike and anyone with more than 14 braincells would probably be just fine 😂
@@Pepperoni10125 A permit, quota and reservation system was put in place 2-3 years ago and not as many climb it each year. Prior to that you are correct.
Probably started from higher up where its not that steep, where they climbed up originally on a different path thats not as dangerous, then found this specific path and installed a bar, clipped in, went down further, installed a bar, clipped in, etc.
I hikes up the dome a few years ago with a friend. He was wearing a floppy hiking hat. Coming down the wind blew it off his head out onto the dome about 30 feet away. Another guy left the cables and ventured out and retrieved the hat! Incrediblely stupid! He was a guy in early 20s want to impress everyone - those of us who are seasoned hikers/adventures know you simply dont take completely unnecessary risks like that. A good wind gust and he could have been gone. May this girl RIP and may God bless her family - tragic.
I remember walking up half dome with my best friend and my grandpa. We met a group of hardcore hikers and they were doing a memorial hike for a buddy that died hiking half dome a couple years back. I couldn’t believe how savage they were to come back as a group and hike the same trail they lost their friend on.
You don’t need a full harness to be clipped in, just girth hitch a sling around your waist and use a carabiner. I’ve done this hike 6 times and every time I clip in.
I’ve been up Half Dome many times and the most challenging part is that it’s around 18 miles round trip from Happy Isles. Yes, the cables can be intimidating because a fall to either side means you’re a goner, but keep your wits about you and don’t goof off and you’ll be fine. The top is trippy because there’s much more space than the view from the valley would lead one to imagine. I was only nine the first time my dad took me up there and I’ll admit it was scary as hell at that time.
Did this back in the early 90's. Wasn't too bad, but even though was in very good shape it's still quite a hike. I remember asking a guy whose daughter was scampering up with ease how old she was. She's nine came the reply. Told myself, if a nine year old can do it. a 30 something should be able too. Great fun at the time.
I've done that climb several times. It definitely not THAT dangerous. Yes, you do need to always pay attention because it's not your typical forest trail, but it's also not super hard. People who fall from that trail were most likely being too careless.
@@Terra-Incognlta Most pro MTB riders could easily do it but there's very little room for error. If you fall off your bike you will slide all the way down to cliff and die
Did it years ago- the height and exposure is intimidating. If you were to go, nothing would even slow you down, and that's unsettling. It's a very smooth path from years of traffic- my hands were sweating the whole time.
Have done it four times. It's about a 45 degree angle at the cables. Same as stairs in a building. The EXPOSURE is what freaks some out. Not the difficulty. Before the permit system was put in place, it could be back-to-back crowded up those cables. One freaked out person in line who couldn't move, often held up everyone for an hour or longer. That same person was worse coming down.
From a distance where the east side of Half Dome can be viewed the climb along the cables looks nearly vertical. My friend and I got our first look at it from the top of Clouds Rest, located east of Half Dome and south of Tenaya Lake. The entire point of our trip was to climb Half Dome, but the cables looked vertical from Clouds Rest so we said there was no way we were going to climb it. We decided the new goal would be to hike to the bottom of the cables and look at them, not go to the top. So after camping in the woods about 3/4 of a mile from the cables that night we hiked over to the bottom of the cables. At that time (1986 or 1987) a reservation was not required. Once we viewed the cables from near their base it didn't look bad at all so we climbed them to the top. I'm not a climber and don't especially like big heights, but as long as you keep your hands on the cables most of the time it really isn't that bad. The only time you take your hands off the cables is when someone is facing you going downhill and you have to pass around them. You just reach over to the other cable and step around the person. You don't feel gravity pulling you off the cable and your arms/wrists don't get tired pulling you up the cables. The cables are just there for balance and safety, not actually to pull yourself up the slope. Some chose to put a carabiner on a cable attached to a rope around their chest, but it really isn't necessary if you have done an average amount of boulder hopping while backpacking (stream crossings and off trail hiking). If you are an inexperienced hiker you might consider a rope/carabiner if it makes you feel more safe.
I also recommend shoes with Vibram soles. They are just soft enough to grab the rock's surface and have a good tread pattern for same. I would not recommend running/jogging shoes.
This doesn’t look incredibly dangerous. It looks like something that is pretty safe if a person is fully present, in good shape and is wearing the right equipment.
Foreal i done demolition work for the past 2 years and it has helped me with endurance i feel like this would be a piece of cake, they got cables to hang on to cmon lol
It absolutely is, the anchor is making herself out to be some daredevil. I think there’s around 50,000 hikers that do it every year with less than 1 fatality/year. Maybe incredibly dangerous for the couch potato or news anchor…
It's not incredibly dangerous or slippery, there are cables to hold on to all the way up the steepest part, the trip up sub dome is more treacherous - there are no cables. You have to do your research however and know what your getting into. Show up prepared, both physically and mentally, as well as proper equipment and supplies. Everyone needs to know their personal limitations. Don't know what happened in this situation, condolences. On July 20 2011 three twenty somethings were swept over Verbal Fall after a record snowfall during the winter resulted in a roaring Merced River in the early summer. This happened after all three crossed over the steel safety fence with warning signs stating not to get into the river, it was a fatal decision. National Parks come with risks, know the risks and behave accordingly.
Years ago my daughter wanted to do the hike.. I put her in a rock climbing harness, girth hitched a slung on the harness with a locking carabiner. No worries for this mom and she had a great time and didn't stress out knowing she was in control.
Rest in peace to all who have perished hiking in nature. Very scary looking, imagine being in that exact area without those cables? Beyond a comfort zone.
I climbed it when I was 16, 50 years ago! I was not prepared. I was with a church group. I was in tennis shoes. I had no idea how steep the climb on half dome would be. Thankfully, I was in very good shape and we had good weather. It's not for the average novice.
@thedude404 I guess the real issue is; People have or at least one woman HAS fallen. In her descent she can easily knock others to their death as well. Right?
I have done this hike many times, many people fall because they try to cut the person in front of them from the outside of the cables, seen it many times.
She fell because she was wearing regular shoes instead of shoes for hiking she slipped because of her shoes and she wasn't clipped onto the wire like you should it wasn't because someone tried to cut in front of her.
The outside of the cables is more grippy because of the less traffic. Its not any less safe if you're paying attention. You shouldnt really be relying on the cables.
I did the half dome hike and climb during the mid 1990s, i was 14 years old. Its pretty sketchy, but nothing too crazy. As long as you hold on to the cables (there was a huge pile of gloves to wear) your golden.
Thank you for your perspective... Basically don't gamble with the gift that has been given to you, preserve your healthy body and mind, and don't do this sort of thing just to boast on social media.
The "park spokesman" Scott Gediman has been there for 2 or 3 decades, if memory serves me correctly. He does an outstanding job in often difficult circumstances. A big pat on the back, Scott! The entire interpretive organization at Yosemite is excellent as well. Shelton comes to mind as he has given presentations over in some of the east side towns. Such intelligence, articulation, knowledge and as everyone should know, dedication. He gives fascinating talks and answers questions so well. This from on guy who worked in recreation management on the Toiyabe and Inyo National Forests during the last 18 years of my career. I recently found a much younger picture of myself in the park archives. It was so wonderful working with the NPS for those 18 years, Yosemite, Sequoia-Kings Canyon and Devils Postpile.
They literally ASKED HER for her experience and perspective, so she gave a description of the task, the danger, and the feeling and *why* people do it, summed up in like 30 seconds. Y'all can cool it with the hate
I did this ascent just prior to the day this happened (we saw the helicopters.) I'll never forget asking someone, "Is that a rescue? He replied, "No...it's a recovery." Very sobering words. I found the sub-dome section to also be very dangerous. For anyone about to go, just be prepared for this section. It's a very steep rock (dome) you have to scramble up before getting to half-dome. There is nothing to hold onto- no cables and at this point, you have very tired, wobbly legs. I have to disagree that just because someone "wins" the lottery, they know how dangerous it is. I think most feel like they "won a lottery" and do not fully realize how precarious it is. I had no issues at all- however, I was quite prepared. I researched it a lot and used a tether to attach to the cable, proper footwear and gloves. Most people did not have a tether and seemed to be taking a fairly casual approach (laughing, wrong shoes, not focused, etc.) It was also too crowded up there. I was very disappointed that they seem actually to discourage the use of a safety tether because it might slow things down. Ironically, I was confident with it one, and therefor faster than most. To me, it seemed like an absolutely essential piece of safety gear- for obvious reasons. A less obvious reason is even if YOU do everything right, a 200lb. person above you could fall and take you out (velocity is 9.8 meters p/s or 32 feet per second.) Also, sporadic rain showers can appear on blue-bird days up there and that granite can get as slick as ice. I think that is sadly what happened to her. She might not have been wearing the best footwear either. Everything can get very slippery. I think she had a tether, but was not clipped on at the time. Also, the area you climb up is narrow- maybe 5' across and you also have people coming back down that same narrow section. At times you have to move around others- and some simply freeze up so you might have to take your hands off the cable and go around them. You are also quite tired at this point- most get up around 5am (hike in the dark) and it's about 7 hours to get there (mostly up hill.) The views are incredible, but that can also get distracting, especially on the way down. going down is probably more dangerous IMO. You are more tired, less focused and just want to get back down (get-home-itis.) If you make one mistake- gravity will win and it's a long way down. I would NEVER do this ascent again, without a tether (and two carabiners on the cable side- two so that when you unclip one every 20 feet to get past the pole, you can still always have the other one on the wire- at all times.) If they cared about safety, 1000% tethers should be mandatory; capacity should be limited and there should be an up track and and down track. I think they tried to get this approved but there was some lobby against it- for unclear reasons (environment?) and it was not approved. Safety experts and most rangers know and likely agree with what I am saying- it's common sense that could save life's. For those who lobbied and struck it down- just know, people are dying up there unnecessarily.
The reason they discourage tethers, among them being slow, is because people don't properly tie a prusik knot, they just sling two carabiners and call it a day. Why is that a problem? They don't grip the wire if you fall. So, instead of just you falling, now your carabiner is sliding down a 10 foot section with hundreds of lbs of force, hitting everyone's hands on the cables. You can also pull the pole out at some parts of the summit since it's practically vertical and they're only held in by friction. If you're going to use tethers, use a prusik.
@@systempatcher You make some very interesting points. I had never thought that the poles could come out and possible bring others down. That actually does seem quite possible. I don't think that would happen all the time because the poles are not too far apart and the persons weight would be down towards the mountain- but yes, it could happen if they are only held in by friction and if the hole is fairly shallow (likely the case.) Now that you mention it, I really could see that cable popping out and being pulled away (outward direction), maybe 1-2 sections (maybe more) especially the person slipped towards the top and had outward momentum- it could pop right out and others could fall. If the pole did pull out and away, I agree that would be a very bad situation for others. Then again, even if a person was not tethered, they could fall straight down and take out several others below. That was my main concern...a person above us slipping which does happen. Again, excellent points. In that case, they really should anchor those poles in better- deeper holes in the rock and a simple retaining bracket at the base or a cam mechanism. Maybe there should be a rule where climbers need to be tethered to the person directly above and to the cable. IMO, safety harnesses should be an absolute requirement for climbing half-dome. If it was, many would still be alive today. I read they tried to mandate this years ago, but some eco group lobbied against it to satisfy whatever agenda they have and they won and it costs lives. They have blood on their hands. I can tell you that I would never do that climb without a tether. I am not familiar with prusik knots but will look into it. I saw the picture though- has loops on each end. Not sure how it would work. I just tie my climbing rope securely in the middle to my harness and have two secure loop ends that I attach carabiners to...seems like a very similar set-up. If I slip, I am not going anywhere. It is quite secure...and since I have two carabiners, I am always on the cable. To your point about the being slow- I am not sure. In my case, I can tell you 100%, I was much faster than those without harnesses. They were very cautious, nervous and moved painfully slow. By contrast, I confidently flew by those who were clinging (literally for life) to that cable. It took me all of ~5 seconds to unclip, and clip back on to each new section. Keep in mind, it is a narrow 2-way trail. When others were coming down, people on the way up sometimes had to completely let go of the cable which is dangerous.
Every place you go there is a most often asked question. At Yosemite National Park this is it. At Sequoia-Kings it was "where's the tree you drive through?"
I did this hike when I was 40 it didn’t seem hard to me or dangerous if you pay attention to what you’re doing. I Admit it is scarier going down then going up I am now 67 maybe a lot is changed since then
Hiking half done is a great experience you just have to take your time and not care who is rushing you just go at your pace and when you are ready to come down you just repel down and going up there are wooden planks to place your foot until you are ready to move the hardest part for me we’re the stairs prior not the actual cables. I have hiked half dome 4 times it’s fun no need to freak out🥾
That absolutely SUCKS. Real sorry for her family. When you're in a dangerous situation, besides the Lord, all you have to rely on is yourself.......take care out there...
Did this with my sister and husband hiked this last month. There's an area you get to before the cables anyway which is extremely difficult and is deadly if you fall so it doesn't matter. Clipping into cables experienced hikers say it is actually more dangerous tying in because you are constantly worrying/distracted about unclipping and reclipping back in everytime you advance as well as traffic, so you lose focus on balance and just holding on. If you are only comfortable with 100 percent safety this is the wrong hike for you. Edit: Although a duty belt or light harnass with carabiner would have been nice for decent to relax/take pictures.
It takes serious guts to climb that last part. Video doesn’t do it justice. It’s amazing but wow is it scary. No chance I’d do it I get vertigo in those types of climbs so I can’t even try. The Mist trail was great though.. I just turned around at the last part the granite steps. I was within 200’ of the falls anyways and got all wet. We saw some young kids doing it and that was a bit embarrassing cause I’m a grown man lol. But hey.. I’m scared of heights my mind won’t let me do it.
When the comment section provides more entertainment than the content in the video.... And NO I'm not disrespecting the poor woman who lost her life so save the hate.😃
@Esther Are you talking about hiking from a parking lot 16 miles away? Lol. I don’t exercise regularly and I did it hungover as an overweight middle aged man. I was mildly sore (legs and calves) for about two days but nothing crazy.. it’s not like a big time challenge physically for the average person.
You will never see me in such a predicament. My condolences to the family that suffered the tragedy and the victim herself. I hope everyone stays safe. Dont even risk your life to get a biscuit at the gas station. Always park close to the door entrance or leave! Same with Walmart and any other minimum risk situation.
We just pack our very own heat here in "The Wild West of Arizona" in order to take care of others if it becomes necessary~Will NOT go out as a Sitting Duck, so to speak!!
Years ago, a group of us hiked to Half Dome. Everyone but me hiked the whole way. I chickened out at the bottom and it had been a very long hike just to get to where the cables were. I have never regretted not going up. Actually I went about 10' up & then turned around.
no shame in that! everyone should do what they personally feel comfortable with and not feel pressured whatsoever. the hike is to have fun, not to be frozen terrified
Chile 🤦🏾♀️....the deceased hiker took up 5% of the video and 100% of the title. Using the dead for views while you get to talk about "feeling alive". Damn.
I can't believe a harness or at least some kind of safety strap isn't required for this hike. It looks like you would just slide over the side if you were to trip and loose your grip on the cables... crazy 😲
All Atlanta people watching are thinking of that steep section of wimpy Stone Mountain with the railings. I've always felt like I could easily slip and tumble to my death!
It really isn't that hard or dangerous enough to require clipping in. The skill level of an experienced backpacker using the hiking boots with Vibram soles is all that is required. Everyone clipping in might be more dangerous.
I think she's just passionate and got a little off the rails. Pun aside, maybe she asked for the timeslot for the story so she could highlight how dangerous it is. Counterintuitively talking about how brave she is because of how dangerous it is.
Every time someone climbs that cable route, the rock is polished just a little bit more. In the coming decades and centuries, it will finally be worn mirror smooth.
The perspective was balanced giving viewers a hands on encounter of what the victims experience when they seek these death defying adventures. God rest her soul ✝ 🌹
It's quite manageable. Don't do in bad weather, especially potential thunderstorms. Wear grippy boots. I did it w/o gloves no problem, but gloves are probably a good idea.
Those who win a permit, don’t know how dangerous it is. If they did know they would use a harness and via Ferrata. I’ve seen kids going up without safety gear, I swear there is a lot of parents who are 2 pints short of a quart. If you go up the half dome with safety gear and you fall and die, it’s your own stupidity that got you dead.
Maybe it’s time to start authorizing recommendations to climbers that they should be wearing a harness thats attached to both cables always making sure at least 1 of the 2 harness tethers are attached to the cables. Surprised this isn’t already a thing. I tethered myself to the cable when I climbed, people passed me saying what a great idea, I said it doesn’t hurt to have it, but it might hurt if I don’t have it. It was an annoyance clipping harness off and on the cable each section but it’s worth the security
Y’all are so judgey! It was drizzling and that’s when most falls occur. She panicked in the way up and was clipping into the wire at every post. She misjudged going around folks heading down in a panic and missed the clip in, list her balance and fell. She just couldn’t stop the slide. Other hikers tried to grab her , but just couldn’t and watched her fall to her death!!! It’s all good til it isn’t…
I climbed it around a month or two ago and I was about halfway up and the pole came out of the rock. Something should be done to make this safer or honestly it would be sad to see but they should shut it down. It is way to dangerous right now.
I know exactly which pole you're talking about but I disagree. I did it early August this year, and while it is definitely very dangerous, it's not very risky if you take your time and make smart choices with your movement. I think the people at the highest risk are the ones, like this woman, who are very scared and have no business attempting to face their fear of heights without being clipped in!
Supermatt10 They shouldn’t shut it down because some people are wearing the wrong shoes, not fit enough, or are afraid of heights. People shouldn’t attempt it if its raining either.
Chick in blue dress managed to turn the story into her own home videos.
yea so annoying
Young blonde and an imposing rack. The world actually *IS* all about her.
@@josephastier7421 lol
Like um I'm so special excuse me it's all about meeee
Isn't the dress purple?
Can you imagine being a friend or relative and seeing how they covered this story? Or more like how they *didn't* cover the story at all and showed a home video. Very disrespectful
Sounds like good reporting to me. Of course they should use the resources they have.
@@gladitsnotme please never become a journalist
Callous and self centered news coverage
I think they was just showing how dangerous it can be
how's that a home video if she was in the mountain?
She really bragged about how brave she was because it's "incredibly" dangerous when hundreds of people do it all the time lol, stole the story of a poor dead woman and made it about her, and her co-workers praising her bravery 🤣 instead of honoring the woman who lost her life
No disrespect, but we shouldnt honor people for UNNECESSARILY gambling with their life, and losing....it just encourages others to repeat stupidity
@@struggle-dad6715 who is honoring them? If anything you should cover their death so others know the dangers. Doesnt mean its the right time to talk about how you survived the same trail the person died on. Its distasteful and unprofessional.
@@struggle-dad6715 Almost every death involves some degree of personal accountability. You are saying "no disrespect" while not respecting the family of the person lost, or acknowledging the value of their life. Summing up their entire life, their character, and death into a single decision; that shows little respect for the complexity of life, the value of individuals, and anyone feeling compassion.
Don't get me wrong though; I'd never do what she did because I am terrified of heights. But that doesn't mean that I think bravery isn't honorable. If I thought it made sense I would try to conquer my fear of heights. But it really would take a good reason because I am so afraid. If she conquered her fear I can honor that; maybe not the reason to take such a risk. But for all we know she had a lot of other views and perspectives that we would honor, and we don't really know why she was up there.
The point is that her life is over and it is time to celebrate her life and honor her memory; not focus on the tragedy and blame her.
Yeah, agree. She might be a narcissist.
@@bigdino0035 "who is honoring them?" did you miss the initial comment that started this thread???
Joseph Franco
2 months ago (edited)
"She really bragged about how brave she was because it's "incredibly" dangerous when hundreds of people do it all the time lol, stole the story of a poor dead woman and made it about her, and her co-workers praising her bravery 🤣 instead of honoring the woman who lost her life"
Wow adventure woman with heart on fire, surprised she didn’t plug her Instagram on their for more follows.
😂😂
🤣
Shes way more attractive than those women who dont do stuff like this.
.... you got a problem with reporters being asked to report?
🤣🤣🤣
So we started talking about a dead person and ended up talking about how amazing she is for not dying.😅😅😅
lel true true
Ive ran down outside the cables.
She done it in high heels too
No..... they were talking about a woman that did die and then went on to talk about the anchors SEPARATE experience on the same climb who did not die. Pay attention.
@@richardleetbluesharmonicac7192 I did it while running on my hands.
This is the most vapid reporting I've ever seen.
It's not incredibly dangerous and incredibly slippery. She's magnifying the difficulty here. You just need a good pair of hiking shoes, good normal balance, be in shape, and pace yourself and you'll make it. If it was that dangerous then it wouldn't be open to the hundreds of people who climb it every year.
I've done it twice and agree with you. It did not seem dangerous at all when I was there. It would seem like someone has to do something very abnormal to fall. No one around you seems nervous, you just do what should be obvious as far as climbing and passing people both going the same way you are and those coming at you from a different direction. I've read about those who have fallen and it is typically people who have dropped something and they try to chase after the object.
Especially with high heels on
In reality 50 thousand people climb it each year and on some days there are 1000+ people doing the hike. It's really not a very advanced hike and anyone with more than 14 braincells would probably be just fine 😂
@@Pepperoni10125 A permit, quota and reservation system was put in place 2-3 years ago and not as many climb it each year. Prior to that you are correct.
Exactly she's full of it.
Imagine the guys who installled those wires and bars strong on that granite 👌🏼💯
Obviously professional climbers.
That's what men do 👌🏻
I've always wondered how it's humanly possible to build stuff like that on mountains.
Probably started from higher up where its not that steep, where they climbed up originally on a different path thats not as dangerous, then found this specific path and installed a bar, clipped in, went down further, installed a bar, clipped in, etc.
The first time the cables were installed was in 1920.
and in the end the anchor makes it about herself
Lol she literally just responded to a question you dork
Yes and she seemed super weird about the whole thing like overly suggestive like she wanted the male anchors attention
Well she is hot.
@@user-hb1mh8uz1t not every woman does things to gain men’s attention, grow up. she’s just passionate about what she’s achieved, let her be.
@@cubby185 did I say every woman does or did I say she was? Ma’am.
i was hiking the same trail that day she died. crazy
Is it really that steep?
Bertin Castillo In some places it is less steep than it looks, sometimes REALLLLLLLLLLLLLY steep
maybe U pushed her ??
@@bertincastillo156 Forty six degree angle. About 600 feet.
@@dannyho6786 lol i guess i left a couple hours before this happend. didn't find out about her death till the next day.
I hikes up the dome a few years ago with a friend. He was wearing a floppy hiking hat. Coming down the wind blew it off his head out onto the dome about 30 feet away. Another guy left the cables and ventured out and retrieved the hat! Incrediblely stupid! He was a guy in early 20s want to impress everyone - those of us who are seasoned hikers/adventures know you simply dont take completely unnecessary risks like that. A good wind gust and he could have been gone. May this girl RIP and may God bless her family - tragic.
I remember walking up half dome with my best friend and my grandpa. We met a group of hardcore hikers and they were doing a memorial hike for a buddy that died hiking half dome a couple years back. I couldn’t believe how savage they were to come back as a group and hike the same trail they lost their friend on.
Dam ur grandpa was able to do it ? He built different
That's because stupid people never learn.
It’s not that bad my family did it cables down this spring
You don’t need a full harness to be clipped in, just girth hitch a sling around your waist and use a carabiner. I’ve done this hike 6 times and every time I clip in.
I’ve been up Half Dome many times and the most challenging part is that it’s around 18 miles round trip from Happy Isles. Yes, the cables can be intimidating because a fall to either side means you’re a goner, but keep your wits about you and don’t goof off and you’ll be fine. The top is trippy because there’s much more space than the view from the valley would lead one to imagine. I was only nine the first time my dad took me up there and I’ll admit it was scary as hell at that time.
What do ypu think, is it possible to downhill it on a MTB with very soft grippy tires? Which side is less steep?
@@Terra-Incognlta "is it possible to downhill it on a MTB with very soft grippy tires"
If you're suicidal sure.
@@Terra-Incognlta "is it possible to downhill it on a MTB with very soft grippy tires"
If you dont mind ending up in the valley, probably.
Did this back in the early 90's. Wasn't too bad, but even though was in very good shape it's still quite a hike. I remember asking a guy whose daughter was scampering up with ease how old she was. She's nine came the reply. Told myself, if a nine year old can do it. a 30 something should be able too. Great fun at the time.
Nvm the dead lady this is now about me! Lol
"Yeah, I lived - so I guess I'm just super brave and skilled"
😂
Just clip in and be safe, u still can have the experience but a little safer.
M Detlef said the dead man.
i do it raw without any equipments thats the real way you get your awareness up more
@@sufixvultureproduction5532 pics or stfu
I don't understand why it wouldn't be required. As with all the people going up and down. What if someone else slips and knocks u off .
just playing my man, its probably not a bad idea to clip in !!
I've done that climb several times. It definitely not THAT dangerous. Yes, you do need to always pay attention because it's not your typical forest trail, but it's also not super hard. People who fall from that trail were most likely being too careless.
She didn’t clip in, which i agree is definitely careless.
What do you think, is it possible to downhill it on a MTB with very soft grippy tires? Which side is less steep?
@@Terra-Incognlta Most pro MTB riders could easily do it but there's very little room for error. If you fall off your bike you will slide all the way down to cliff and die
Public service announcement from Christine - will probably save lives.
Christine isn't speaking to the pro's - who've all left comments. She's speaking
to the amateurs. Who do it maybe on a Lark.
a 500ft fall would be horrible; a lot of time to realize that you’re dead - but not until you hit the ground that’s coming toward you 💀
@Dénes Bozi 😆 yeah ok
@Dénes Bozi idk about that
You would never realize you are dead.
It is not only people with prone to panic attacks it is also people with heart issues
@Dénes Bozi alot of people dont go pass out before they hit, you will know what is happening until your all over the rocks
Did it years ago- the height and exposure is intimidating. If you were to go, nothing would even slow you down, and that's unsettling. It's a very smooth path from years of traffic- my hands were sweating the whole time.
Have done it four times. It's about a 45 degree angle at the cables. Same as stairs in a building. The EXPOSURE is what freaks some out. Not the difficulty. Before the permit system was put in place, it could be back-to-back crowded up those cables. One freaked out person in line who couldn't move, often held up everyone for an hour or longer. That same person was worse coming down.
Between 45 and 60 degrees at the steepest point.
I'd be the slow poke - clipped in - who lived to talk about it 🤙🏽
In order to have another adventure ✨
@@houseofsolomon2440 Exactly 💯 👏
@@edwrdseaga63 Same! Wont catch me changing a car battery without my dad lmao
Did the climb in '97. Ran up alongside the cables to show how athletic I was and ended up vomiting.
....sets her soul on fire?
Um, great, but wasn't this a segment on a woman falling to her death?
From a distance where the east side of Half Dome can be viewed the climb along the cables looks nearly vertical. My friend and I got our first look at it from the top of Clouds Rest, located east of Half Dome and south of Tenaya Lake. The entire point of our trip was to climb Half Dome, but the cables looked vertical from Clouds Rest so we said there was no way we were going to climb it. We decided the new goal would be to hike to the bottom of the cables and look at them, not go to the top. So after camping in the woods about 3/4 of a mile from the cables that night we hiked over to the bottom of the cables. At that time (1986 or 1987) a reservation was not required. Once we viewed the cables from near their base it didn't look bad at all so we climbed them to the top.
I'm not a climber and don't especially like big heights, but as long as you keep your hands on the cables most of the time it really isn't that bad. The only time you take your hands off the cables is when someone is facing you going downhill and you have to pass around them. You just reach over to the other cable and step around the person. You don't feel gravity pulling you off the cable and your arms/wrists don't get tired pulling you up the cables. The cables are just there for balance and safety, not actually to pull yourself up the slope. Some chose to put a carabiner on a cable attached to a rope around their chest, but it really isn't necessary if you have done an average amount of boulder hopping while backpacking (stream crossings and off trail hiking). If you are an inexperienced hiker you might consider a rope/carabiner if it makes you feel more safe.
I also recommend shoes with Vibram soles. They are just soft enough to grab the rock's surface and have a good tread pattern for same. I would not recommend running/jogging shoes.
Unless you're in great shape, have no fear of heights and have proper equipment, don't even think about this.
dont worry, the thought never crossed my mind. : )
"Brave enough to brave it." What a word smith
Lol
This doesn’t look incredibly dangerous. It looks like something that is pretty safe if a person is fully present, in good shape and is wearing the right equipment.
Lol she even said...its extremely slippery. You should clip in, but most people dont. I didnt.??? What. Special breeds
Foreal i done demolition work for the past 2 years and it has helped me with endurance i feel like this would be a piece of cake, they got cables to hang on to cmon lol
It absolutely is, the anchor is making herself out to be some daredevil. I think there’s around 50,000 hikers that do it every year with less than 1 fatality/year. Maybe incredibly dangerous for the couch potato or news anchor…
Such an Adam thing to say.
Bro come on now let’s be honest here climbing up half dome is realty dangerous people die there all the time
It's not incredibly dangerous or slippery, there are cables to hold on to all the way up the steepest part, the trip up sub dome is more treacherous - there are no cables. You have to do your research however and know what your getting into. Show up prepared, both physically and mentally, as well as proper equipment and supplies. Everyone needs to know their personal limitations. Don't know what happened in this situation, condolences.
On July 20 2011 three twenty somethings were swept over Verbal Fall after a record snowfall during the winter resulted in a roaring Merced River in the early summer. This happened after all three crossed over the steel safety fence with warning signs stating not to get into the river, it was a fatal decision. National Parks come with risks, know the risks and behave accordingly.
Years ago my daughter wanted to do the hike.. I put her in a rock climbing harness, girth hitched a slung on the harness with a locking carabiner. No worries for this mom and she had a great time and didn't stress out knowing she was in control.
Thats not a hike. Thats literally mountain climbing.
Rest in peace to all who have perished hiking in nature. Very scary looking, imagine being in that exact area without those cables?
Beyond a comfort zone.
😟 👍
I climbed it when I was 16, 50 years ago! I was not prepared. I was with a church group. I was in tennis shoes. I had no idea how steep the climb on half dome would be. Thankfully, I was in very good shape and we had good weather. It's not for the average novice.
Nice church group. Takes a guy in tennis shoes and scares the hell out of or in to him
@thedude404
I guess the real issue is; People have or at least one woman HAS fallen. In her descent she can easily knock others to their death as well. Right?
I was also 16, 43 years ago with my 2 best friends, both 15. Same scenario. No gloves.
I have done this hike many times, many people fall because they try to cut the person in front of them from the outside of the cables, seen it many times.
She fell because she was wearing regular shoes instead of shoes for hiking she slipped because of her shoes and she wasn't clipped onto the wire like you should it wasn't because someone tried to cut in front of her.
I've seen that too, to many people being impatient, and go outside the cables.
The outside of the cables is more grippy because of the less traffic. Its not any less safe if you're paying attention. You shouldnt really be relying on the cables.
"....the bubbleheaded bleached blond, Is the head dead yet?"
The Eagles.
Ha Ha Ha Ha 😆
You’re doing a story of someone dying on the trail and you ask “how dangerous is it?” Brilliant reporting.
Off script banter cringe.
Safety harness ,I know it’s a pain to clip every time you get to a pole but it’s your LIFE clip in
Her GoPro camera going down gave me vertigo. When I descended Half Dome on those cables I walked backwards to avoid the death-defying view.
I hiked this trail in 2013 and by far the most difficult thing I have ever done,
No, people don’t “know how dangerous it is”
I know the park employees are sick and tired of scraping stupid people bodies off of rocks.
I did the half dome hike and climb during the mid 1990s, i was 14 years old. Its pretty sketchy, but nothing too crazy. As long as you hold on to the cables (there was a huge pile of gloves to wear) your golden.
Better not to eat a greasy pizza slice while walking that route
CLIP IN. Don't be stupid.
Hiking isn't made for humans. Don't be stupid.
Pray for the hiker and their family
Thank you for your perspective... Basically don't gamble with the gift that has been given to you, preserve your healthy body and mind, and don't do this sort of thing just to boast on social media.
I've done the trail 3 times. I don't care who falls... Just don't take out anyone else with you as you get what you deserve from lack of preparedness.
That's gonna be a no for me.
The "park spokesman" Scott Gediman has been there for 2 or 3 decades, if memory serves me correctly. He does an outstanding job in often difficult circumstances. A big pat on the back, Scott! The entire interpretive organization at Yosemite is excellent as well. Shelton comes to mind as he has given presentations over in some of the east side towns. Such intelligence, articulation, knowledge and as everyone should know, dedication. He gives fascinating talks and answers questions so well. This from on guy who worked in recreation management on the Toiyabe and Inyo National Forests during the last 18 years of my career. I recently found a much younger picture of myself in the park archives. It was so wonderful working with the NPS for those 18 years, Yosemite, Sequoia-Kings Canyon and Devils Postpile.
Climbing those ropes without clipping in is really dumb. All it takes is one bad slip and those cables may as well be a mile away.
They literally ASKED HER for her experience and perspective, so she gave a description of the task, the danger, and the feeling and *why* people do it, summed up in like 30 seconds. Y'all can cool it with the hate
Yeah, obviously the asking wasn't scripted with all of her video magically appearing lol 🤦♂️
I did this ascent just prior to the day this happened (we saw the helicopters.) I'll never forget asking someone, "Is that a rescue? He replied, "No...it's a recovery." Very sobering words.
I found the sub-dome section to also be very dangerous. For anyone about to go, just be prepared for this section. It's a very steep rock (dome) you have to scramble up before getting to half-dome. There is nothing to hold onto- no cables and at this point, you have very tired, wobbly legs.
I have to disagree that just because someone "wins" the lottery, they know how dangerous it is. I think most feel like they "won a lottery" and do not fully realize how precarious it is. I had no issues at all- however, I was quite prepared. I researched it a lot and used a tether to attach to the cable, proper footwear and gloves. Most people did not have a tether and seemed to be taking a fairly casual approach (laughing, wrong shoes, not focused, etc.) It was also too crowded up there.
I was very disappointed that they seem actually to discourage the use of a safety tether because it might slow things down. Ironically, I was confident with it one, and therefor faster than most. To me, it seemed like an absolutely essential piece of safety gear- for obvious reasons. A less obvious reason is even if YOU do everything right, a 200lb. person above you could fall and take you out (velocity is 9.8 meters p/s or 32 feet per second.) Also, sporadic rain showers can appear on blue-bird days up there and that granite can get as slick as ice. I think that is sadly what happened to her. She might not have been wearing the best footwear either. Everything can get very slippery. I think she had a tether, but was not clipped on at the time. Also, the area you climb up is narrow- maybe 5' across and you also have people coming back down that same narrow section. At times you have to move around others- and some simply freeze up so you might have to take your hands off the cable and go around them. You are also quite tired at this point- most get up around 5am (hike in the dark) and it's about 7 hours to get there (mostly up hill.) The views are incredible, but that can also get distracting, especially on the way down. going down is probably more dangerous IMO. You are more tired, less focused and just want to get back down (get-home-itis.) If you make one mistake- gravity will win and it's a long way down.
I would NEVER do this ascent again, without a tether (and two carabiners on the cable side- two so that when you unclip one every 20 feet to get past the pole, you can still always have the other one on the wire- at all times.)
If they cared about safety, 1000% tethers should be mandatory; capacity should be limited and there should be an up track and and down track. I think they tried to get this approved but there was some lobby against it- for unclear reasons (environment?) and it was not approved. Safety experts and most rangers know and likely agree with what I am saying- it's common sense that could save life's. For those who lobbied and struck it down- just know, people are dying up there unnecessarily.
The reason they discourage tethers, among them being slow, is because people don't properly tie a prusik knot, they just sling two carabiners and call it a day.
Why is that a problem? They don't grip the wire if you fall. So, instead of just you falling, now your carabiner is sliding down a 10 foot section with hundreds of lbs of force, hitting everyone's hands on the cables. You can also pull the pole out at some parts of the summit since it's practically vertical and they're only held in by friction.
If you're going to use tethers, use a prusik.
@@systempatcher You make some very interesting points. I had never thought that the poles could come out and possible bring others down. That actually does seem quite possible. I don't think that would happen all the time because the poles are not too far apart and the persons weight would be down towards the mountain- but yes, it could happen if they are only held in by friction and if the hole is fairly shallow (likely the case.) Now that you mention it, I really could see that cable popping out and being pulled away (outward direction), maybe 1-2 sections (maybe more) especially the person slipped towards the top and had outward momentum- it could pop right out and others could fall. If the pole did pull out and away, I agree that would be a very bad situation for others. Then again, even if a person was not tethered, they could fall straight down and take out several others below. That was my main concern...a person above us slipping which does happen.
Again, excellent points. In that case, they really should anchor those poles in better- deeper holes in the rock and a simple retaining bracket at the base or a cam mechanism. Maybe there should be a rule where climbers need to be tethered to the person directly above and to the cable.
IMO, safety harnesses should be an absolute requirement for climbing half-dome. If it was, many would still be alive today. I read they tried to mandate this years ago, but some eco group lobbied against it to satisfy whatever agenda they have and they won and it costs lives. They have blood on their hands. I can tell you that I would never do that climb without a tether.
I am not familiar with prusik knots but will look into it. I saw the picture though- has loops on each end. Not sure how it would work. I just tie my climbing rope securely in the middle to my harness and have two secure loop ends that I attach carabiners to...seems like a very similar set-up. If I slip, I am not going anywhere. It is quite secure...and since I have two carabiners, I am always on the cable.
To your point about the being slow- I am not sure. In my case, I can tell you 100%, I was much faster than those without harnesses. They were very cautious, nervous and moved painfully slow. By contrast, I confidently flew by those who were clinging (literally for life) to that cable. It took me all of ~5 seconds to unclip, and clip back on to each new section. Keep in mind, it is a narrow 2-way trail. When others were coming down, people on the way up sometimes had to completely let go of the cable which is dangerous.
What happened to the other half of half dome ?
*Glaciers carved it away
California is on a tight budget and couldn't afford the other half.
The park is waiting for the stimulus check, then it can purchase the other half.
Every place you go there is a most often asked question. At Yosemite National Park this is it. At Sequoia-Kings it was "where's the tree you drive through?"
I farted while climbing and it broke in half
I did this hike when I was 40 it didn’t seem hard to me or dangerous if you pay attention to what you’re doing. I Admit it is scarier going down then going up I am now 67 maybe a lot is changed since then
Hiking half done is a great experience you just have to take your time and not care who is rushing you just go at your pace and when you are ready to come down you just repel down and going up there are wooden planks to place your foot until you are ready to move the hardest part for me we’re the stairs prior not the actual cables. I have hiked half dome 4 times it’s fun no need to freak out🥾
That absolutely SUCKS. Real sorry for her family. When you're in a dangerous situation, besides the Lord, all you have to rely on is yourself.......take care out there...
I just don't get it why won't you use q harness, i will always use the harness if i have the option
Did this with my sister and husband hiked this last month. There's an area you get to before the cables anyway which is extremely difficult and is deadly if you fall so it doesn't matter. Clipping into cables experienced hikers say it is actually more dangerous tying in because you are constantly worrying/distracted about unclipping and reclipping back in everytime you advance as well as traffic, so you lose focus on balance and just holding on. If you are only comfortable with 100 percent safety this is the wrong hike for you.
Edit: Although a duty belt or light harnass with carabiner would have been nice for decent to relax/take pictures.
dud you can just clip on and off with two carabineers it's perfectly safe then.
The Danger is a major part of the experience.
It takes serious guts to climb that last part. Video doesn’t do it justice. It’s amazing but wow is it scary. No chance I’d do it I get vertigo in those types of climbs so I can’t even try. The Mist trail was great though.. I just turned around at the last part the granite steps. I was within 200’ of the falls anyways and got all wet. We saw some young kids doing it and that was a bit embarrassing cause I’m a grown man lol. But hey.. I’m scared of heights my mind won’t let me do it.
When the comment section provides more entertainment than the content in the video.... And NO I'm not disrespecting the poor woman who lost her life so save the hate.😃
It’s actually a very easy climb for the average out of shape person if you take your time. Lady is exaggerating the experience big time.
i agree. haha.
It’s a 16 mile rated difficult hike that has an elevation of over 5,300 ft. How is that an easy hike?
@Esther Are you talking about hiking from a parking lot 16 miles away? Lol. I don’t exercise regularly and I did it hungover as an overweight middle aged man. I was mildly sore (legs and calves) for about two days but nothing crazy.. it’s not like a big time challenge physically for the average person.
Can't believe parents bring there kids here.
I feel terrible for her family. Super young to have something like that happen.
You’re right. Best to not try anything risky and stay on the couch…and condemn others that dare to enjoy life and take chances.
Oh hell nooo. I’m ok on the ground. Props to those who have a passion for that type of sport. Good gawd y’all
I wouldn't even dare to step foot up that hill tf
You will never see me in such a predicament. My condolences to the family that suffered the tragedy and the victim herself. I hope everyone stays safe. Dont even risk your life to get a biscuit at the gas station. Always park close to the door entrance or leave! Same with Walmart and any other minimum risk situation.
Nah, I prefer to live and experience life than to be scared of life and stay in a bubble.
@@Icewind007that’s the thing. You won’t live!
@@Mb91555 I mean, I can very much vouch for being alive now, despite the fun.
We just pack our very own heat here in "The Wild West of Arizona" in order to take care of others if it becomes necessary~Will NOT go out as a Sitting Duck, so to speak!!
So Sad Rip 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Was anyone surprised that she was pronounced dead after falling 500 feet onto granite. It’s pretty much a given.
Years ago, a group of us hiked to Half Dome. Everyone but me hiked the whole way. I chickened out at the bottom and it had been a very long hike just to get to where the
cables were. I have never regretted not going up. Actually I went about 10' up & then turned around.
no shame in that! everyone should do what they personally feel comfortable with and not feel pressured whatsoever. the hike is to have fun, not to be frozen terrified
Hiciste bien , siempre hay que hacer caso del instinto .
Chile 🤦🏾♀️....the deceased hiker took up 5% of the video and 100% of the title. Using the dead for views while you get to talk about "feeling alive". Damn.
We took our Boy Scouts up the Trail. We had no issues.
Well news flash from the future… another young woman lost her life. 😔😞
it's not dangerous if you stay on the cables. I climbed the face of half dome and used safe climbing protocols and had a safe and wonderful time.
I can't believe a harness or at least some kind of safety strap isn't required for this hike. It looks like you would just slide over the side if you were to trip and loose your grip on the cables... crazy 😲
0:41 me on my english oral exam trying to keep the teacher from asking the diffucult questions by rambling
Scary that I’m 11 and I’ve hiked it
"climbers who are brave enough to brave that stretch." That's local news poetry
All Atlanta people watching are thinking of that steep section of wimpy Stone Mountain with the railings. I've always felt like I could easily slip and tumble to my death!
The reporter is brave, I don’t think I would had done it.
They should make clipping in mandatory.
Mike H Worth it mate, take the risks, just be careful when you get there
It really isn't that hard or dangerous enough to require clipping in. The skill level of an experienced backpacker using the hiking boots with Vibram soles is all that is required. Everyone clipping in might be more dangerous.
So they offer safety equipment but it is optional...Sounds like a plan
Rest In Peace. ❤️ I would never do this Im not brave enough
I think she's just passionate and got a little off the rails.
Pun aside, maybe she asked for the timeslot for the story so she could highlight how dangerous it is. Counterintuitively talking about how brave she is because of how dangerous it is.
am actually very surprised that authorities allow average joes this insanely dangerous part of trek to go without harness or clipping of some sort
Strangely, the Rangers are now recommending people NOT Harness up. I don't know waht their rationale is.
Every time someone climbs that cable route, the rock is polished just a little bit more. In the coming decades and centuries, it will finally be worn mirror smooth.
And then they move it over 3 ft.
@@shipfox22 That would fix it.
The perspective was balanced
giving viewers a hands on encounter
of what the victims experience when
they seek these death defying adventures. God rest her soul ✝ 🌹
It's quite manageable. Don't do in bad weather, especially potential thunderstorms. Wear grippy boots. I did it w/o gloves no problem, but gloves are probably a good idea.
This is definitely a contender for worst news segment of all time 😂😂😂
Those who win a permit, don’t know how dangerous it is. If they did know they would use a harness and via Ferrata. I’ve seen kids going up without safety gear, I swear there is a lot of parents who are 2 pints short of a quart. If you go up the half dome with safety gear and you fall and die, it’s your own stupidity that got you dead.
Maybe it’s time to start authorizing recommendations to climbers that they should be wearing a harness thats attached to both cables always making sure at least 1 of the 2 harness tethers are attached to the cables. Surprised this isn’t already a thing. I tethered myself to the cable when I climbed, people passed me saying what a great idea, I said it doesn’t hurt to have it, but it might hurt if I don’t have it. It was an annoyance clipping harness off and on the cable each section but it’s worth the security
How was she an Arizona hiker when she was hiking in California? Wouldn't she be a california hiker from Arizona?
I can't sleep because of this comment
😂😂attention to detail, nice
Y’all are so judgey! It was drizzling and that’s when most falls occur. She panicked in the way up and was clipping into the wire at every post. She misjudged going around folks heading down in a panic and missed the clip in, list her balance and fell. She just couldn’t stop the slide. Other hikers tried to grab her , but just couldn’t and watched her fall to her death!!! It’s all good til it isn’t…
Remember walking up on a class trip when I was in 6th grade. Way steeper than it looks in film
Now they just need to add a zip line for the way back down.
That would be s hoot.
I climbed it around a month or two ago and I was about halfway up and the pole came out of the rock. Something should be done to make this safer or honestly it would be sad to see but they should shut it down. It is way to dangerous right now.
yeah I totally agree
I know exactly which pole you're talking about but I disagree. I did it early August this year, and while it is definitely very dangerous, it's not very risky if you take your time and make smart choices with your movement. I think the people at the highest risk are the ones, like this woman, who are very scared and have no business attempting to face their fear of heights without being clipped in!
Supermatt10 They shouldn’t shut it down because some people are wearing the wrong shoes, not fit enough, or are afraid of heights. People shouldn’t attempt it if its raining either.
To link on to cable or not to link??
The hike in total is quite challenging. The final ascent on the cables is not as dangerous as indicated.
Wait it was the news reporter who almost died ? I’m confused what who
Are we talking about
Nah, somebody else died. The anchor just had some home video that didn't get enough views on insta so she brought it here
Why would they even create a trail that can lead to death to begin with.....