Watch a Massive Aid Climb Whipper on El Cap
John Munson was high on El Cap when he decided to aid through some 5.7 climbing to practice the technique. After placing a cam and hook, Munson, who weighted about 215 lbs at the time shifted onto a talon hook. Seconds later, the rock broke and he took a big whipper. Watch his shadow!
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