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Piatra Șoimilor, Falco Tinnunculus Level E variant in Romania. I got lost both during the approach and the exit.

I been six times in total I think. To me this became my training ground. When I will climb it like a breeze it will mean I'm properly trained from this perspective. I'm so happy you took this decision. Looking forward to hear news on how the experience was for you.

@@Sunshine-mj2pf but wait, I already am saying it at the start in the first 15 seconds. Did you missed that?

@@JetSetYourself haha u r right, i guess i couldn't believe it at the beginning

@Sunshine-mj2pf hard to accept it. I guess in crisis with some luck (terrain, desperation) one might be able to recover. In a theoretical framework I was not able to find in the past years a functional, affordable, easy to grasp recovery solution in such case. Is it common? In the past two years I encountered five such situations on give different Via Ferrata.

@@JetSetYourself Yeah I guess so. So after the set deploys, I should just stay where I am and call helicopter rescue?

@Sunshine-mj2pf don't be lazy. Try do something about it. Use what you have at hand (terrain, skill, chance) and see if you can get out of it. If it is that bad and nothing can be do è about it, if you don't need medical intervention hope to be found by someone or call a friend that can help. You need a helicopter only if you are injured. If you can continue you only need someone with an extra set to come get you (extraction by another person should be easy and cheap, cheaper than a helicopter). This if you have cell coverage. If not, you are in for trouble.

For Via Ferrata I use La Sportiva TX4. I see them as the best shoe for Via Ferrata. You can go with anything similar. I in the past used Salomon X-Ultra but I don't recommend knowing what I know now. TX5 is good as well (but different experience compared to TX4). Chose an approach hard shoe and will do (there are soft approach shoes as well and while they work, your feet will suffer)

@ thank you very much.

❤️ Thank you! Likewise

Thank you 😘 they are OK but because I gained weight I need even more if I want to stay out of trouble given how much I push my limits

I didn't fully checked the video. I will make time. He has something clipped. Not clear what. Statistically speaking nobody falls on Via Ferrata. Of course, nobody records the falls saved by the Via Ferrata Set. Hard to quantify their number. In the past three years I've witnessed five falls maybe of which two were fully on the Via Ferrata Set that did not deploy its shock absorber. A free climb is definitely possible given the help provided by the safety steel cable. Statistically speaking if you climb in within your limits a fall should only be probable in a low odd. Of course we cannot and nobody should recommend or advise such thing. In fact, Danny is rational and he at least uses some aid which will I crease his odds in case he slips or his arm force exhausts unexpectedly. We all take risks. Just different. His effort is amazing. His courage admirable. Sometimes pushing the boundaries is nothing more than part of DNA. The rules, the good practices are there to protect the many vulnerable and to help us live together in a safe, predictable society. I will make time and watch the full video. Great effort on his part.

Quickdraw (buclă echipată) sau alternativ Anneau Black Diamond Nylon Runners 18mm 60cm (cel galben) cu una din următoarele carabiniere: Climbing Technology K Classic, Singing Rock K5330PE, Petzl Vertigo Wire Lock. Mai ieftin de atât nu este ce trebuie (ar însemna să iei o carabiniera nu adaptată pentru Via Ferrata. Poți reduce costurile cu un annou similar dar mai ieftin

@@JetSetYourself mulțumesc

@ovidiuparvu7068 când plănuiești să mergi?

@@JetSetYourself cel mai probabil peste 2-3 săptămâni

Este greu la intersecția cu Mecanicul zona inelelor. O să-ți rupă brațele, palmele. Începe cu o verticală tăioasă și continuă cu un pasaj orizontal incomod pentru a se finaliza cu ieșirea din horn nu neapărat grea dar de făcut. La început, căruciorul acela trebuie forță în brațe. Nu este greu dar necesită forța necesară de a ieși pe final de rulare căruț. În rest nu ar trebui să fie probleme.

​@@JetSetYourselfmulțumesc

Good luck next year. Above the ankle will help you a lot during approach, exit and where scrambling is required (there are many cases in Dolomities where this will be expected). It will depend where in Dolomites you go and how you approach/exit the Via Ferrata. Many have cable cars taking you down while the approach remains quite short. Either way, above the ankle is better (in this case you don't risk anything).

For the case where the bear comes from no where set to attack you are right, the time you get to first of all realise what happens is all you have before finding yourself face to face or under direct attack. I will say, if one will go in such an environment where bears attack like this, that person is expected to be well aware and ready with bear spray at hand to deploy it with no delay and also to have any other tool on the person instead to laying on the ground to be picked up later. Fight is a solution even if odds are against. Running still remains an option to the alternative of siting and letting the bear end the attack. One can never be prepared enough. Agresive bear encounters are not easy. As you say, if a bear is set to attack one is in trouble. It is why we should always go prepared to the best of our abilities. God bless you and your family.

Yes, in North America, the advice is often to play dead with grizzlies and make yourself big with black bears, but bear behavior varies. In much of Eastern Europe, where brown bears are common, your approach should be more cautious-back away slowly, avoid eye contact, and make sure to subtly alert the bear you're there. Playing dead is a last resort, and making yourself big is mostly for black bears. And you're right, in the UK, your only bear encounter might be at the zoo, if I'm not wrong they are extinct many years ago!

In principle no ascender works on webbing. You can stretch it and make it work in special cases but this defeats the point of devising survival strategies that can be applied at low cost and by a large majority

Thank you. Thank you. I appreciate your support. It makes me smile each time I hear from you. Is it OK if I challeng you and ask up to what difficulty level of Via Ferrata you've used them? I will tell you why I ask, because I try to understand if for your specific case a normal for gardening glove sustained the intense friction forces required on verticals and exposed overhangs that keep going. Plus, if I could know the type maybe when I stop by in Austria (soon) I will buy a pair and do a comparison video

@@JetSetYourself so i do via ferrata up to level D, soon i want to try D/E to expand my comfort zone, the gloves have actually always served me well, but yes of course it's true that they don't last long, but they are good via ferrata - replacement - gloves, but they protect well against the rough steel cable and injuries to the hands, and yes of course if you have to hold the steel cable often in difficult places, holes in the gloves are of course easier! i wish that some companies would become aware of you and sponsor you! because your videos are always very informative and have certainly helped many people with certain questions, including me! for example, you have helped me a lot with the selection of various equipment and also with tips on the via ferrata!

Video coming out today after lunch!

I was lucky this time. It appears. I touched with the longitudinal end of the bone not the joints or straight with the elbow. I wait until end of the week before making stress tests on it but it appears it is only a bone issue (not joint)

@@JetSetYourself similar to mine I was rappelling down a rope but the rucksack made me rotate and my elbow hit the wall pretty hard 😢

This is ify. There is no precise science. If properly stored and never used they say you should throw away after 10 years. If used from time to time, throw away sooner. If used frequently, replace sooner than later. You've seen what happened to the mesh of the trekking poles. Had nothing until now. It just disintegrated. I recall last two times using soap to clean it up. If this made it disintegrate I'm surprised. If it is time that made it possible, I'm shocked. For Via Ferrata / rock climbing gear (ropes, lanyards) I never use other than water. Never. No chemicals at all to clean it. Only water. Cold water. In fact, these trekking poles are the only ones I washed with soap twice. I don't know what the material disintegrated. I kept them to dry exposed to sun at 40 Celsius but for a day or two. I have Via Ferrata Sets from 2020 the oldest (I have to check) same with lanyards and ropes. They say the shelf life is 4 to 5 years and after you should only use them for three more years (it depends, can be shorter). I hear stories of people using same rope 10 years later. I guess it is the gamble one takes. The question is, will I just throw the Via Ferrata Sets just because they will turn 6 years old? I have no way to test their viability. They are a bit warn out but still look good.

@@JetSetYourself I changed my VF set after 100+ uses just in case...

@ViaFerrataCH I use interchangeable three or four sets. With one dominant. I never sit in them because of the resting system. The question is, what will make the 100 rule stick? You only factor in the exposure to UV, environment and any mechanical touch? What is the average duration of one use? We should definitely go with a rule of thumb. I now use this Via Ferrata Set with a swivel, I tilhink I will soon replace even if it looks new just because I see I have a tendency to use it most and I need to be on the safe side if I fall. I guess one should set the mind to change them no matter them sooner than later.

@@JetSetYourself I worry about the caribeners scraping along the safety wire for hundreds of meters over 100 times, they were showing signs of wear...

Good one. Actually true. I never thought about it like this. A very good one 😂😅

Thank you ♥️

It's great to hear how you've progressed with your fitness and trekking journey. I agree that as your legs get stronger and you're more comfortable on the trails, trekking poles may not feel as necessary for every hike. But as you mentioned, they can still be really helpful for those longer and tougher descents or more challenging terrain. For many, it's less about physical strength and more about reducing strain on the joints and improving stability, especially when navigating uneven or steep ground. At the end of the day, it comes down to personal preference and the type of terrain you're tackling. Glad to hear you've found what works best for you!

@JetSetYourself, I mentioned carrying trekking poles and using them occasionally during the transition period. Now, I don’t use them at all, especially not on challenging terrain. On technical terrain, poles are the worst idea-you need your hands free in case of a fall. Joint strain is reduced, and stability is improved by having strong, properly developed muscles. Personally, there are many situations where it’s not even possible to carry poles (and it may be more dangerous to do so), like when I’m on a via ferrata, where poles could easily snag on the wires, or while alpine climbing for using them during the descent. Of course, trekking poles can be useful for some people, but I think once you’re fit enough, you don’t really need them anymore.

I say hello back. Tell her I say she's smart and beautiful and she should also have the courage to stand-up for herself while not forgetting there has to be a fined tuned balance between standing up for self and not ruining the relationships we depend on ❤️ I for now threaded the bolts. I will need to add something that will keep them in place. I have Liqui Moly of 40Nm but let's see if I can use it in reverse

Rocks may cause minor discomfort or confusion but will not likely stop a bear. Bears are large, tough animals, and rocks thrown by a human will do little to cause real damage unless you hit sensitive areas like the eyes, which is highly unlikely. This strategy might escalate the situation. A bear could interpret it as an act of aggression and respond violently, especially if the bear feels cornered or defensive. Lifting a stick, especially above your head, is part of making yourself appear larger, which is a known technique for deterring bears. Many bears are more likely to retreat when faced with something that seems larger or threatening, particularly black bears, which tend to be less aggressive. This strategy is non-aggressive, and it communicates dominance without attacking. It's safer in many bear encounters, especially when combined with backing away slowly and not making sudden moves. The bear's behavior and species matter. In some cases (e.g., grizzlies), no deterrent may be effective if the bear is determined, while black bears can often be scared away. Distance and terrain play a role-rocks can only be thrown effectively if the bear is at a distance, but if it charges, you won't have time to rely on rocks. Throwing rocks at a bear is generally ineffective and risky, while lifting a stick to make yourself look larger is a better strategy for deterring most bears. In all cases, non-aggressive and calm behavior is key to de-escalating a bear encounter.

@@JetSetYourself sticks and stones may break my bones but bears will never hurt me

Nothing to laugh about. You are totally right. Nobody should continue if they can get out of it through emergency exits or by descending back and it is clear they are tired.

​@@JetSetYourself, It matters enormously not to overestimate yourself and to give up before it's too late. I recommend the rest system, a method that would help you prevent the situations in the video. By the way, Please give me some names of finger gloves, gloves that I can use on vf. I haven't found anything resistant so far. Thanks!

@MonsieurBlue will be interesting to know what gloves you had in the past so that I can try guess why they failed. Half finger gloves I use are from Black Diamond and Edelrid. Full finger gloves I use are from Edelrid. Edelrid Skinny Glove - full finger Edelrid Work Glove Closed - two fingers are half Edelrid Wok Glove Open - all fingers half Black Diamond Stone - all fingers half I have half and full finger from Petzl, Climbing Technology and others but I did not used them extensively so that I can make a recommendation. I have some gloves I tried and will not recommend because they get your hand dirty. I highly recommend Edelrid. They work well. They started to show signs of wear but I think will last one more year no problem (I started to use them as a complement to Black Diamond Stone two years ago)

@@JetSetYourself , Thank you very much for the information provided. I'll start looking for what you've advised me. Unfortunately, my gloves, unlike all the equipment(Singing Rock,Phario 360, Simond, Am'D Twist-Lock+Goliath Secure) , were not branded.

This should be the typical bear behaviour. They are not straight carnivorous to hunt people the moment they see one.

@@nicolopepe772 Amfiteatrul Zmeilor - Baia de Fier - Romania

Thank you so much for the kind words! I’m really glad to hear that the tips and advice from the channel helped you tackle that D-level via ferrata. It's great to know the Ypsilon resting system made a difference for you out there-it really does make things easier, especially on those tougher routes! Keep pushing your limits, and feel free to share more about your adventures. Your progress is what keeps me motivated to keep creating! Stay safe and keep climbing! 💪🧗‍♂️

Wow, what an adventure! Tollhouse Rock sounds like a great spot for your first rappel/climbing experience, and it’s awesome to hear you stayed composed during the ascent, especially after the slip-having the right gear like the Petzl Ti Block, Grigri, and prusik really pays off in moments like that! As for the footwear, regular hiking boots can definitely be a bit slippery, especially on rock. If you’re planning on doing more jugging and some light climbing, a good pair of approach shoes or even beginner climbing shoes could make a big difference. Climbing shoes will give you better grip and precision on the rock, but if you’re not going for expert routes, approach shoes are a versatile option-they’re more comfortable for hiking but still offer solid traction for scrambling and easier climbs. Mountaineering boots, on the other hand, are more for tougher terrain and alpine routes. On super easy routes I climb also with approach shoes but it is recreational. For proper rock climbing I always use the climbing shoes. For rappel I always go with approach shows, mountaineering boots. Glad to hear you had a great time and made it home safely! Keep having fun out there, and feel free to share more of your experiences. I’m sure others will appreciate hearing about your journey too!

@@JetSetYourself hey thanks , I did get into some climbing shoes and that has helped with those tiny footholds, and approach shoes sounds like a great idea. I’ve been climbing more and I found that it is pretty fun. I’ll be using the Petzl Micro traction , and the Ropeman 4 for top rope solo and the grigri or ATC for rappel. Appreciate your reply , take care.

That’s fantastic to hear-congrats on tackling an "E" level! It’s great that the videos helped you push through, and I totally agree-a good resting system can make all the difference on those tougher routes (even if I know for sure I can go through I will still have the resting system on me. I always am ready to use the resting system when going on new Level E routes). Well done for pushing your limits and making it through! Keep up the great work, and I’m excited to hear about more of your future adventures. Stay safe and keep climbing strong! 💪🧗‍♂️

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Yes, I bought it around that time (2016) and even if I have many others I end up putting this one frequently.

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@@JetSetYourself Ive seen you come to Italy quite a few times, thought u might be from Balkans considering the accent. I just began practicing this sport not long ago. Last week done Pisciadu del Val Gardena, one of the best ferratas for sure. Would be happy to catch up anywhere in Italy for a ferrata, so many awesome spots here to practice this sport. Wanna get into indoor rock climbing as well during the winter. I love your enthusiasm and strong determination about making these vids. I actually bought Y resting system for me and my wife thanks to your videos! Keep up!

@Vittorio_Bociarotti I will return to Italy in October (end September). If we can match our schedule...

@@JetSetYourself Cool, we have a standard two day week-end, could work something out in Valle D'aosta or Piemonte, those are two nearby lovely regions for ferratas, hikes, motorcycling easy to get from Milan. Basically the weather there is avg better than in Dolomites, at least this year. I am afraid u r going for a toasty ferrata here we cannot practice yet, anyways, feel free to reach out for tips.

Yes, the swivels make the sets heavier. Same with my kit. Heavier than any other.

Thank you 😜♥️ In case you need more, there is an older video I made in the same format here th-cam.com/video/CuW0q4vlmZs/w-d-xo.html I didn't had the time to record a 2024 updated long tutorial but for sure I will come with a 2025 by January. I hope so.