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202532 minPGdocumentary

Pete Whittaker

202532 minPGdocumentary

Pete Whittaker showcases his first ascent of Crown Royale (5.14d), one of the world's hardest trad lines, in extended footage highlighting his climbing process.

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Channel: Patagonia

Pete Whittaker

2025• 32 minPG

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Pete Whittaker showcases his first ascent of Crown Royale (5.14d), one of the world's hardest trad lines, in extended footage highlighting his climbing process.

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Pete Whittaker, a Patagonia Climb Ambassador, showcases his first ascent of Crown Royale (5.14d), recognized as one of the world's most challenging traditional climbing routes. Extended footage highlights the technical precision and mental focus required for this remarkable achievement. An earlier version of the video was misidentified as the "full uncut" send, prompting a title correction for clarity. For an in-depth look at Whittaker's climbing process, episode 4 of the series "Microbeta" explores the intricate details that transform daunting projects into achievable climbs.

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