Free Solo Climbing With A Parachute - Dean Potter

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Dean Potter died on May 16th, 2015 in a wingsuit accident in Yosemite Valley. For two decades he was the de facto leader of the Yosemite monkeys, and was a pioneer in what he called "the dark arts" -- free solo and speed climbing, BASE jumping and wingsuit flying, and highlining. Dean combined his pursuits to conceive the idea of FreeBASE - free solo climbing up tall, overhanging walls, with a BASE jumping parachute on his back for a marginal degree of safety should he fall. One of the world's first freeBASE climbs was this 2008 ascent of The Rostrum, with The Alien Roof finish (5.12). At the time, it was the hardest long free solo ever done in Yosemite. This is a remastered and extended cut of Dean's historic climb.

To learn more about Dean, check out our documentary films that feature him:

FIRST ASCENT - THE SERIES:
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VALLEY UPRISING (Feature Documentary)
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  • @bigmutant69
    The absence of music is really nice, I was holding my breath from suspense without realizing. When he got that foot on I breathed out lol
  • @atentat07
    If you are wondering, no he didn't die parachut climbing, instead he died like everyone else, wingsuit flying.
  • @RevLeonPLeon
    I can relate to this a lot. It inspired me. Today I walked up three flights of stairs free solo. It was kinda scary at times and I almost grab the hand rail. But fortunately I caught my balance and made it all the way. The descent, to be honest was more athletically challenging. I'm really not trying to brag here. But I'm damn proud of myself. But seriously folks, I have endless admiration and pride for Mr. Potter. RIP Good Brother!
  • @bgjb-r1499
    This man lived what many consider a very dangerous life. Still, it was his life to live. RIP
  • @geodude7919
    Bro is hanging off the side of the mountain with swollen hands, and straight up said "move your feet please" in such a calm tone, when I say hey to strangers I sound more unhinged than he did... what a Legend.. RIP Dean
  • @driftingdynamic
    I struggle with making the move from the ladder to the roof of my one story house. Fearless in many ways, but heights do not work for me. This guy was a legend. RIP
  • @ripgnar4352
    I never truly relaized the amount of skill he had until now. Wow. Truly such a legend. RIP Dean. You inspire me to this day
  • @GreedyOrange
    FINALLY a video without music! thank you so much! you earned the like.
  • @Zarek523
    -“Wanna Freebase on some cracks?” -“what did you say??”
  • @ksb2112
    That quiet "Move your feet please" and "Thank you" tells you all you need to know about his composure.
  • @ultimatelv27
    My heart was pounding watching this. I thought at any moment that he was going to fall and deploy his parachute. Sad to hear that he is no longer with us. RIP.
  • @StaggerLee68
    He was a great person and a dear friend to those who had the pleasure of knowing him. He inspired people in everyday ways as well. There was something about climbing with him though, as if gravity took the day off for you too. A truly wonderful beast he remains in our hearts, forever.
  • @nadeembhutto5675
    I swear my heart was pumping especially when the guy shouted, i felt he is going to drop but he conquered. very Respect from Great Pakistan ♥️👍🇵🇰
  • @RV19871
    No please ! My hands are sweating after 3 seconds of watching this 🥺🥺🥺 these people … are just …. AMAZING
  • @markus8222
    2:57 saying 'Thank you' to the person for moving out your way whilst risking your life free soloing 😂
  • @mikethompson8296
    RIP Dean. You were, and still are an inspiration to the community.
  • @cb9603
    Dude was a madman no doubt. He did what he loved despite the risks and died doing what he loved. Gotta respect that.