Alex Honnold

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Professional rock climber who is best known for his free solo ascents of big walls. He is the first person to ever free solo El Capitan in Yosemite National Park, a feat that was chronicled in the award-winning documentary "Free Solo." Honnold is also known for his speed climbs, setting records on the Nose route of El Capitan and the Regular Northwest Face of Half Dome. In addition to his climbing accomplishments, Honnold is also an avid environmentalist and philanthropist. He has worked with organizations such as the Honnold Foundation and the Sierra Club to promote solar energy and protect climbing areas.

The website provides detailed information about Alex's accomplishments, including photos and videos from his climbs. Additionally, there are links to articles that delve deeper into Alex's story and his approach to climbing. Visitors can also view the movie trailer for "Free Solo," a documentary film about Alex's historic climb. The website serves as a great resource for anyone interested in learning more about Alex Honnold and his incredible feats.

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El Capitan in Yosemite National Park - USA

Big Wall

Is a type of rock climbing that involves climbing very large cliffs or rock faces that can take several days or even weeks to complete. It is typically done on cliffs that are more than 1000 feet (304.8 meters) tall and require the use of specialized techniques and equipment. These climbs are typically very challenging and require a high level of physical fitness, mental toughness, and technical skill. Big wall climbing routes often involve a combination of free climbing, aid climbing, and hauling gear up the cliff using a system of pulleys and anchors.

Alex's Timeline

2007
- Freerider (VI 5.13a, 37 pitches), Yosemite, California – One day free ascent with Brian Kimball
- Astroman (5.11c, 10 pitches) and The Rostrum (5.11c, 8 pitches), Yosemite, California – Second person after Peter Croft (1987) to free solo both in a day
- Salathe Wall (VI 5.13b/c), Yosemite, California – Eleventh free ascent
2008
- Bushido (5.13+) and Hong Kong Phooey (5.13b–5.14), Utah
- Moonlight Buttress (V 5.12d, 1200 ft), Zion, Utah – First Free solo
- The Regular Northwest Face of Half Dome, Yosemite, California – First free solo
2012
- The Nose (VI 5.8 A2), Yosemite, California, El Capitan, – Former speed record of 2:23:46 with Hans Florine
- The Regular Northwest Face of Half Dome, Yosemite, California – Speed solo in 1:22
- Yosemite Triple Crown – Mt. Watkins, El Capitan, and Half Dome, Yosemite, California – Solo in 18:50
2014
- Muir Wall – Shaft Variation (V 5.13b/c) – Speed record of 12 hours
- El Corazon (V 5.13b) – Speed record of 15:30
- El Sendero Luminoso (V 5.12d, 1,750 ft, 15 pitch), El Potrero Chico, Mexico – First free solo ascent, ~ 3 hours
- University Wall (5.12a C2, 8 pitch), Squamish, British Columbia, Canada – First free solo
2016
- Complete Scream (E8 6b), Northern Ireland, United Kingdom – Free solo
2017
- Freerider (5.13a VI), Yosemite, California, El Capitan, – FIRST FREE SOLO. Alex made history in the sport of climbing, read more about this amazing achievement on National Geographic
2018
- The Nose (VI 5.8 A2), Yosemite, California, El Capitan, – Speed record of 1:58:07 with Tommy Caldwell
2019
- El Niño (VI 5.13c), Yosemite, California, El Capitan, – Second entirely free ascent via Pineapple Express variation with Brad Gobright
- Passage to Freedom (VI 5.13d), Yosemite, California, El Capitan, – First free ascent with Tommy Caldwell

Free climbing is a form of rock climbing in which the climber uses only their physical strength, agility, and technique to ascend a route, without relying on any aids such as ropes or harnesses for support. This means that the climber must rely on their own ability to find and secure hand and foot holds, and to balance their body as they move upward.

Free Solo Movie Trailer

"Witness Alex making history"