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Honnold's Taipei 101 Climb: Danger Ends at the Top
25 Jan
Summary
- Alex Honnold reached the summit of Taipei 101 in 1 hour and 33 minutes.
- Honnold safely rappelled down from the spire after reaching the top.
- The climber emphasized that the risk ends once the goal is achieved.
Alex Honnold achieved a remarkable feat by ascending Taipei 101, reaching the summit in 1 hour and 33 minutes.
Upon reaching the peak, Honnold employed a short rappel from the spire to descend. This marked a departure from the usual careful down-climbing associated with his free solo mountain ascents.
The skyscraper's maintenance and observation access points near the summit allowed Honnold to transition from the exterior to a secure interior space. From there, his descent was straightforward, utilizing elevators and stairs for a quick return to the ground.
Honnold highlighted his approach to free soloing, emphasizing that the danger is concentrated in the climb. He believes extending the risk beyond the goal does not prove anything, and ending the climb cleanly is paramount.
