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  • @hs9917
    @hs9917 Рік тому +446

    We all watch this and see how scary and difficult it actually is and none of us would actually do this but I would like to add one other difficulty factor that this man seems to take on with every video I want he can't even use his hands while he's going through these tubes if you notice one hand is on the camera most of the time and the other one is on in the light which means the only thing that could be pulling him through on the front end of his body are pretty much his forearms and his toes incredibly difficult I tip my hat to you sir

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  Рік тому +232

      Thanks yo.
      As levels of difficulty go, the caving is the easiest part by far. Editing the videos at home is the hardest!
      One extra level of difficulty with holding the camera is the caves are freezing so I usually can't feel my fingers.
      I simply appreciate that you noted this. So thank you.

    • @hs9917
      @hs9917 Рік тому +54

      The editing is outstanding I really love the parts where you show a picture diagram of how the body is positioned in the cave it really helps the viewer to understand the predicament that you're in

    • @XxGhostProxyxX
      @XxGhostProxyxX Рік тому +12

      i would like to add he double caves there is no way he gets shots of him descending a cave or coming into a new shaft with out first doing it doubling back then doing it again simply amazing and pure dedication

    • @B-doll
      @B-doll Рік тому +1

      Yeah I’m

    • @malc2719
      @malc2719 Рік тому +2

      You would have to have balls, to do this ..!?

  • @trevorus
    @trevorus 2 роки тому +2267

    If you want to experience claustrophobia... This is your channel. I love caves, that I can WALK through.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +76

      We all do the easy ones. Calvin and Jacob do the crazy ones. Caveman’s dad

    • @vybzent23
      @vybzent23 2 роки тому +5

      @@billsanders9387 I rather the crazy one's

    • @PieAndChips
      @PieAndChips 2 роки тому +18

      Help, I'm legally blind and I'm trapped inside my wardrobe

    • @slapit2682
      @slapit2682 2 роки тому +17

      This is one of my phobia, other than heights 🤣

    • @BWADaniel
      @BWADaniel 2 роки тому +8

      If it was tight squeezes, as I'm standing up, cool... I don't like laying down, in tight spots lol

  • @JimmyBoogaloo
    @JimmyBoogaloo 2 роки тому +2182

    i'd literally be shitting my pants and crying. fair play to you.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +55

      Things we outgrew in the crib.

    • @zoober8158
      @zoober8158 2 роки тому +13

      @@billsanders9387 😂😂😂😂😂 id just not do this

    • @louskunt9798
      @louskunt9798 2 роки тому +35

      I usually call out people for misusing the word “literally.” In this case, I can 100% affirm its proper use! I would be guaranteed to pack my pants with doodie as well. No daggum way Jose!!

    • @DontDefuse
      @DontDefuse 2 роки тому +5

      You'd be crying, pooping, shitting, and farting?

    • @cali9460
      @cali9460 2 роки тому +16

      @@DontDefuse All bodily functions at once

  • @joffles6516
    @joffles6516 11 місяців тому +123

    The fact that this man went into the cave during a time when it was likely to flood ON PURPOSE instead of the flooding surprising him like I originally thought Is insane

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  11 місяців тому +45

      Yeah we surprised the flood! Oh how the turntables

    • @theusername07
      @theusername07 8 місяців тому +2

      ​@@CalvinHikes Michael!!!!

    • @Optimusprime-ys3kb
      @Optimusprime-ys3kb 8 місяців тому

      Calvinhikes???

    • @midwest_nikk2682
      @midwest_nikk2682 7 місяців тому

      @@CalvinHikesbro your insane I love it!

    • @paradiseb5950
      @paradiseb5950 7 місяців тому

      @@CalvinHikes keep at it bro, untill whole rescue team has to save your asses. Definition of stupidity.

  • @jennzimmer8407
    @jennzimmer8407 2 роки тому +150

    This is my worst nightmare! So glad I can see all these amazing “untouched” places without actually trying it and having an absolute panic attack!! Although I can feel my anxiety and claustrophobia rising while watching you squeeze through some of these unbelievably tight places. 😅 You are amazing! Be safe and Enjoy your adventures! Thank you for taking us along. 👍🏼

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +2

      You are welcome, and we thank you for watching. Caving is an addiction for which the drug of choice is cold silent darkness

    • @itsonlyhugs9486
      @itsonlyhugs9486 2 роки тому +2

      Never knew someone could be so happy to see rock. Then rock gets wet. Whatever satisfies you I guess.

  • @Reaperr0724
    @Reaperr0724 2 роки тому +807

    Can't believe it finally happened! I remember one of my previous comments was about how this is literally my worst fear. Glad you're okay, but definitely convinced you're nuts!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +131

      We had to go look for it. Most of our caves don't fill with water. But we found on during a terrible terrible storm.

    • @harvester6635
      @harvester6635 2 роки тому +7

      @@CalvinHikes how much do you make doing this?

    • @WeiFinder
      @WeiFinder 2 роки тому +13

      @@harvester6635 not sure he even does this as a job I think it's a hobby, but not sure. (So only youtube money maybe?)

    • @vangoghsseveredear
      @vangoghsseveredear 2 роки тому +31

      @@CalvinHikes you found it during a terrible storm and still went in?
      Sheesh

    • @WeiFinder
      @WeiFinder 2 роки тому +1

      @Arthur Rankin yep

  • @winterapparel7540
    @winterapparel7540 2 роки тому +707

    Thanks for making these so educational. My grandpa used to always talk about caving and spelunking but now I finally understand how interesting it all is. Those tree casts are unbelievably cool.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +72

      Your welcome yes I agree the tree casts are a real phenomenon.
      One of the more unique things of the caves in this area. Some are super complex. Theres a huge log jam here called complex city. Its miles of these logs all linked together.

    • @timeforachange237
      @timeforachange237 2 роки тому

      @@CalvinHikes where are you guys? If you said and I missed it I'm sorry

    • @Adeply11
      @Adeply11 2 роки тому +3

      @@timeforachange237 don’t be sorry be better

    • @timeforachange237
      @timeforachange237 2 роки тому +3

      @@Adeply11 I'm working on it. I make it a point now as soon as I wake up to think of my blessings and be thankful. I want to face each day as a new opportunity to help someone. Thank you for your encouragement! I hope you have a wonderful day

    • @derbatta
      @derbatta 2 роки тому +3

      @@timeforachange237 Take it ez. Good luck & be blessed.

  • @celiasmith7434
    @celiasmith7434 Рік тому +13

    Your utter state of calm and patience is truly remarkable and admirable in every way, especially for a new caver like myself. Just to see you in a tight spot, not overreacting, not hyperventilating, just slowly inching your way to the next spot is so motivating for me and I have fallen in love with the caves all because of you. Thank you thank you! Thank you. And as always, safety first!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  Рік тому +2

      Well I'm glad that you're enjoying caving yourself.

  • @bertieertie3511
    @bertieertie3511 2 роки тому +323

    "Happier people have low expectations"
    My curiosity about caving is teaching me so many other little things about life! ☺️

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +79

      This study was done in Europe. And it wasn't that people expected bad things it was more along the lines that they didn't expect everything to go their way. Expecting every traffic light to be green is a good way to get mad in traffic.
      Something like that. The expectation for only good things to happen is the reason that we are all the entitlement generation. We feel entitled to goodness and happiness and it's just not true. Lowering that bar a bit actually results more happiness.

    • @bertieertie3511
      @bertieertie3511 2 роки тому +6

      @@CalvinHikes So true! A little change in perspective makes all the difference and it's much harder to be disappointed if you don't have expectations going in.
      Oh and congratulations on 100,000 subs! 🎉

    • @Cornelius456
      @Cornelius456 2 роки тому +1

      @@CalvinHikes What Kind of Nonsense is this!??? How old you exactly?? Because you look my age or at least Close to it and I can tell you right away that my Generation Actually Worked for a Living and Expected Nothing but that which was due from Sacrifice and hard work.
      I was Born in 68.
      If anyone can Share the " little things about life " that Caving is " Teaching " them, that would be Wonderful! Happy to hear anything at all, even something as drole as Patience.

    • @ll-lp6st
      @ll-lp6st 2 роки тому +29

      @@Cornelius456 your generation worked for a living just like every generation, except for some reason you also expect to be admired solely based on that. Sounds like entitlement to me. Also the guy was giving good advice, and you somehow made it about yourself and got mad about it (which also screams entitlement lmao)

    • @Billybob-go8hn
      @Billybob-go8hn 2 роки тому +1

      @@CalvinHikes well said brother!

  • @riverrat8693
    @riverrat8693 2 роки тому +221

    This cave allowed me to feel that I was in it. I almost completely felt the terror of being there. Very beautiful and amazing cave, but terrifying 😳 as well.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +9

      It's such an interesting and pretty cave

    • @ZarroTM
      @ZarroTM 2 роки тому +1

      @@CalvinHikes shut up

    • @aineoconnell690
      @aineoconnell690 2 роки тому +2

      Plus the music is perfect for it 🙈

  • @TheScrapboo
    @TheScrapboo 6 місяців тому +17

    Man, Oscar is a legend. He's literally underground, in a cave with tight squeezes and tunnels, while it's flooding, and what is he doing? Calmly explaining how to make the quintessential PB&J.

  • @jamesm4871
    @jamesm4871 2 роки тому +199

    I went to a famous cave site in sweden and when I went caving in one of the tightest caves there I got stuck for a while. And then I saw a big spider crawling like 20 cm from me. And I just sat there frozen. I have never been scared of spiders. But now my biggest fear when caving is meeting a spider. Even if there are no dangerous spiders in sweden I was still terrified

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +42

      We have clusters of spiders fall on our faces at times. You can see this on some of our videos. We are visiting their place. We tolerate each other

    • @xsystem1
      @xsystem1 2 роки тому +12

      I would rather choose a spider rather than a snake yikes

    • @jamesm4871
      @jamesm4871 2 роки тому +8

      @@billsanders9387 I'm not built like you guys im terrified of spiders

    • @suestoons
      @suestoons 2 роки тому

      @@billsanders9387 I have a deep phobia about spiders. But, as a Mom I had to make some peace with them in order not to pass my fear along to Kidlet. When we moved to the farm, I made a deal with them. They get the outside 40 acres, I claim the upstairs in the house. We share the basement.
      Occasionally I must evict a trespasser. I allow them to run across my body if I'm gardening outside. But. Falling on my face. Wow. Now that Kidlet is grown I don't think I could muster that amount of self control.

    • @jacobburr3570
      @jacobburr3570 2 роки тому +24

      @@jamesm4871 if I was stuck in a cave and had a giant spider come at me I would just rocket out of the ground like a geyser lol

  • @fablelapunisher6232
    @fablelapunisher6232 2 роки тому +19

    I came across your channel yesterday; and I would like to say how amazing you guys are at your profession, and I’m wishing y’all great cave sessions and safety! Thank you so much for the education as well

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +3

      Thank you and...
      Welcome to the dark frontier.

  • @louskunt9798
    @louskunt9798 2 роки тому +54

    You can tell he’s getting hypoxic when he starts convincing himself that wheat bread actually tastes good. 😳😂🤣

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +11

      Lol! You are grasping the nuances of cave chatter quickly!

    • @wiwita63
      @wiwita63 2 роки тому +1

      Whole wheat bread is the best thing ever, we make it at home all the time.

    • @matthewvaughan8192
      @matthewvaughan8192 4 місяці тому

      Taste like fart most of the time but every now and then, you crave it and it's amazing.

  • @friendlygamerwhale9967
    @friendlygamerwhale9967 Рік тому +3

    I randomly found this channel, and I've been amazed ever since. It's great that you make these videos, because it lets me see places that I'd never see otherwise.
    I'm hooked. Everytime a video of yours pops up, I have to watch it.
    But it's incredible to see all of this, so thank you for making these.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  Рік тому +2

      Welcome to the dark frontier. Video production is slow these days but we are still out here. Second Channel as well.

  • @teddrewflack400
    @teddrewflack400 2 роки тому +69

    This is brilliant footage and gives a very good look at what world exists beneath our feet .
    The tree parts are fascinating.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +6

      Yellow tree molds are really an interesting part of this landscape.

  • @abdi212
    @abdi212 2 роки тому +41

    I love seeing how calm you are while doing all of this. And you also provide fun facts along the way!!! I'm glad I found you ❤️

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +6

      Thank you! Calm is essentially what the channel is about. The caving a incidental.

  • @gringozingo3904
    @gringozingo3904 2 роки тому +30

    I love how he had to tell himself he was safe to calm himself down what a gut wrenching experience

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +10

      The main thing about cave chatter is to calm the nerves and displace anxiety. Caveman’s dad

    • @gringozingo3904
      @gringozingo3904 2 роки тому +6

      @@billsanders9387 I've heard this before! It's a way to trick your mind into calmness.. there is 0 room for error when you are caving

  • @beatler90
    @beatler90 2 роки тому +103

    As a firefighter I need to get used to crawling through narrow spaces and your videos really help me building the right mindset for the Job 🙏

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +25

      You are welcome to watch them all. Thanks for what you do. Let us know if you ever need a cave rescue team.

    • @Sorrelhas
      @Sorrelhas 2 роки тому +3

      Actual legend

    • @ZarroTM
      @ZarroTM 2 роки тому

      Shut up

    • @ZarroTM
      @ZarroTM 2 роки тому

      @@billsanders9387 shut up

    • @ZarroTM
      @ZarroTM 2 роки тому

      @@Sorrelhas shut up

  • @nagoyaka9541
    @nagoyaka9541 2 роки тому +11

    You guys are amazing 💪🏽 so calm and collective 👀 love it man!! Always stay safe and keep bringing these amazing videos 💜🙌🏽

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +2

      We are like ducks. Calm on the surface, but paddling like crazy underneath.

  • @mssmiles233
    @mssmiles233 2 роки тому +7

    This is honestly amazing to see and learn about. It's not every day you get to follow along with your guys adventures and see such amazing caves. I love your channel

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much for the kind words!

    • @mssmiles233
      @mssmiles233 2 роки тому

      @@CalvinHikes Of course I'm a huge fan! You guys are inspiring ❤

  • @redcoatkill3r780
    @redcoatkill3r780 2 роки тому +32

    This is actually my worst nightmare. Either to be buried alive or stuck in a place where I cannot move underground. I once wrote a quote in high school that said "to travel through the essence of darkness, beyond the shadows of light, is the only way to overcome your fears". I would try this at least once but not in this tight of spaces

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +8

      There are worse fears.

    • @ZarroTM
      @ZarroTM 2 роки тому

      @@CalvinHikes shut up

    • @Hyperfoxeye
      @Hyperfoxeye Рік тому +2

      My worst fear is getting kidnapped by people who proceed to blind me, jab out my ear drums, cut off my tongue, and my arms and limbs and have a doctor present keep me trapped alive in my own body with no way to communicate anymore

  • @myyoutubeaccount2524
    @myyoutubeaccount2524 Рік тому +1

    Came across a clip of yours on Reddit. Your channel fills my soul with something that i cant explain. I dont think id ever cram my self into the situations you get into. However, caving looks like something id do standing up. Keep up the fantastic content!

  • @kyleburnett1618
    @kyleburnett1618 2 роки тому +2

    I'm absolutely loving your videos! I love that you take us through the caves and explain what is going on. Very well done!

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      As much explaining as we know. This is wild country. Thanks for watching

  • @therealedboi
    @therealedboi 2 роки тому +5

    I love your videos Caveman Hikes! I'm extremely claustrophobic so its a very nice sense of relief watching you, your friends, and your son all bravely go through these impossibly closed corridors of these caves. What a beautiful craft you have perfected. Have fun spelunking! Keep up the great content guys, liked & subbed. 😁

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому

      Thank you and welcome to the dark frontier

  • @JohnSmith-ep5uq
    @JohnSmith-ep5uq 2 роки тому +5

    Glad to see a new post during winter, stay safe and keep exploring!!!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +3

      We've been doing some lowland caving lately and really having fun.

  • @BBond88
    @BBond88 2 роки тому +1

    Love discovering new channel topics. Fascinating what you guys do.
    The uncle-nephew duo is quite wholesome

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +1

      Welcome to our crazy world. Don’t let us scare you. We are prepared for anything.

  • @oneunripemango1858
    @oneunripemango1858 2 роки тому +27

    I really like your combination of live commentary and voice over you have a really great way of explaining things for the layperson

  • @CalvinHikes
    @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +128

    Thanks for watching! Our 100,000 subscriber celebration video.
    ua-cam.com/video/tTvhSJLvffU/v-deo.html

    • @youtubeistrash2
      @youtubeistrash2 2 роки тому +1

      Some caver on UA-cam use 360 cams. It is fascinating and immersive to be able to move the camera around. Is this something you’ve considered?

    • @riverrat8693
      @riverrat8693 2 роки тому +1

      Gratz

    • @H1bbe
      @H1bbe 2 роки тому +1

      @@youtubeistrash2 there are some videos on this channel in 360 and one video on their second channel where he uses a 3d mapping tool to make a 3d model of a part of a cave.

    • @proudchristian77
      @proudchristian77 2 роки тому

      Oh baby , it was sweet like honey , 🍯 glad I'm not there though ! ☕🍯🍶

    • @robhuggins
      @robhuggins 2 роки тому

      Is there ever a fear of any of the caves collapsing on you? or collapsing at an entrance so you can't get out? I just found your channel, and LOVE the content... you wouldn't find me near any of those places... but i love seeing them through your nerves and toughness.... just genuinely curious if there's ever a chance these caves could suddenly "break away" somewhere and trap any of ya'll.... :O

  • @darthblunt3833
    @darthblunt3833 2 роки тому +3

    Man your vids have me on the edge of my seat the entire time, thanks for videoing your adventures, definitely the only way I'm ever seeing any of those places!!!

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +1

      These videos brought right to your home by your crazy new friends. Thanks for watching.

  • @itsdirtball6410
    @itsdirtball6410 Рік тому +2

    You seem like awesome people. I admire your passion for pushing yourselves through these caves

  • @elisestoner743
    @elisestoner743 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for all the time you put into your videos! I love watching them.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      Thanks for understanding the challenge. The time factor Calvin puts into making the video is at least 10 times caving hours.
      Caveman’s dad.

  • @jonathanmejia9435
    @jonathanmejia9435 2 роки тому +2

    I'm glad that you are very cognizant of the risks involved, and take precautions to err on the safe side considering the conditions. Thank you for providing great footage and educational dialog to further the understanding of caving.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +3

      Great comment, my friend. We love caving, but love life even more. God bless.

  • @alexgeewhizz
    @alexgeewhizz 2 роки тому +5

    I am obsessed with your guys’ channel lol. When I first started watching I would squeam the whole time, now I actually kind of want to try myself

  • @tobuscusJR22
    @tobuscusJR22 2 роки тому +3

    Love this videos! I would love to see more mapping of new caves! Extraordinary, educational, and jaw dropping content.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +1

      We map all the new caves, but it takes a great deal of time. Remember, it is very cold underground. 🤪

  • @mwudzy
    @mwudzy 2 роки тому +3

    Amazing, fascinating and terrifying in equal measure! I was scared just watching it on a screen and you really brought it to life. You show the rest of us places we'd never normally get to see, so thank you and stay safe!

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +1

      Great comment. The Great Creator does some amazing work. We are just enjoying being first ones to visit these museums.

  • @robert9595
    @robert9595 2 роки тому +90

    Please Be careful with flooding caves..
    The Mossdale incident is a good reminder...of what can happen.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +62

      Our preparation includes studying the mistakes of others. Caving is our life...not our death. Thanks for watching

    • @DL-ij7tf
      @DL-ij7tf 2 роки тому +9

      I just watched the Fascinating Horror video on the Mossdale Event. Such a rough story. Not the way I'd want to go.

    • @narf7942
      @narf7942 2 роки тому +25

      @@billsanders9387 until its not lol

    • @iamzomb.
      @iamzomb. 2 роки тому

      @@narf7942 all this hate for what?

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +21

      There’s no hate in the comment. We’re glad someone just understands the risk like we do. The reward is worth it.

  • @hanabiyasuraoka474
    @hanabiyasuraoka474 2 роки тому +3

    Althought sometimes I feel anxious watching your videos I still can't stop because it really amazes me! I wonder if you guys work out and stay fit for caving, I imagine you would need some strenght in your arms and legs to push through those caves! I love your work, keep it up! Much love and support from Italy!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +2

      Yes general health is usually fine. I know that the guys I cave with including myself all are actively exercising.
      Most of the exercise simply allows me to cave more often as it is exhausting. So I can cave several times a week all day without getting too tired.

  • @bendale1732
    @bendale1732 2 роки тому

    Hi from the UK! So I stumbled across your channel and decided to give a video a watch. Absolutely INSANE! I absolutely love nature and exploration but no way I would do this or what you have done in your other videos! Mad respect guys! Keep the amazing footage coming but keep safe!

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      Appreciate you watching and your comments. We are just having fun in our weird underground way. Sorry about out terrible attempt at UK accents in the outtake.

  • @omoplata10
    @omoplata10 2 роки тому +16

    It's amazing how you guys always seem to find the exit. It's like you have "escape rope" from pokemon or something

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +8

      Once we are in a cave basically all we are doing is looking for a way out.

  • @nickh.44
    @nickh.44 2 роки тому +4

    This is so cool! Thank you filming this and posting it!

  • @motoprof1441
    @motoprof1441 2 роки тому +4

    Excellent adventure as usual. I always enjoy the talks you give while in the worst possible position.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      It keeps my mind off being in the worst possible position. Thanks for watching

  • @Notsotopofthefoodchain
    @Notsotopofthefoodchain Рік тому +2

    I couldn’t be more captivated. Thank you, for sharing your journey with us. The videos are amazing, your ability to control your emotions is next level mental toughness! Thank you for what you do.

  • @TheultimateMrre
    @TheultimateMrre 2 роки тому +20

    I can already imagine how scary this would be, also maybe you could explore more of hell hole. I really like the little cool figures like in Bhuda room. It would be cool if you explored a mine.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +4

      Heres the budda room! And a 3D map
      ua-cam.com/video/TLU-QEv-Mkk/v-deo.html

  • @AkselJade
    @AkselJade 2 роки тому +5

    So my first and really only caving experience was Cumberland caverns going through a beginners passage called Fat Man's Squeeze. They called it that because even a bigger person could fit through it with some effort and without the claustrophobia. I couldn't imagine having to basically flop like a fish to make a millimeter of movement to get through some of these squeezes. I'll happily watch from behind my screen.
    Thanks guys!

  • @GoldenPantaloons
    @GoldenPantaloons 2 роки тому +30

    I've _once_ gone in a cave that involved squeezing through a narrow, partially submerged passage on my belly... glad I had the experience, but also completely satisfied never to do it again. Even without claustrophobia (and knowing this cave system was thoroughly mapped) it's hard not to be aware the margin of survivability is just a couple inches - that much more water or less headroom up ahead would mean you're scooting into your tomb. No thanks.

  • @seviregis7441
    @seviregis7441 2 роки тому +7

    Those squeezes freak me out the most, and also the hidden drops. I can’t imagine what it would be like to get lost and end up in a spot where you can’t turn around or inch your way back out. If you keep going, the odds are not in your favor that you will not eventually encounter something like that...

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +5

      We really prepare better than most understand. Caving is a bit crazy, but we mitigate the big risks. Thanks for watching

  • @user-hy4cn2rs9u
    @user-hy4cn2rs9u 2 роки тому +6

    Every time I see one of your videos and hear you say "why aren't you panicking" I know the answer is supposed to be "because if you get stuck you just get unstuck the same way" but this video title is one of the first things I think about.
    So cool to see the tree casts (and everywhere else y'all go), but my breathing gets labored just watching.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      We deal with similar heart and breath rebellion, but the mind is key to success. We mitigate danger. Just enjoy.

  • @vybzent23
    @vybzent23 2 роки тому +3

    For the past 2 weeks I'm watching your channel and I really like your videos I'm learning about different types of cave.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +1

      wonderful! Welcome to the dark frontier.

    • @vybzent23
      @vybzent23 2 роки тому

      @@CalvinHikes Thanks for having me it's a blessing

  • @defiante1
    @defiante1 2 роки тому +26

    This channel was recommended to me, it seems interesting and your passion for it is obvious. That being said... my heart race is increasing and some scenes make feel literally sick watching from the claustrophobia. Hats off to you, they look like amazing places but I think its not for me xD

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +1

      If you can just imagine the joy of first discovery, all while very well prepared for any situation, you may enjoy it some.

    • @Suzuha_Amane
      @Suzuha_Amane 2 роки тому

      possy

  • @gregorymorse8423
    @gregorymorse8423 2 роки тому +1

    The footage and narration is fantastic. Really nice to share the rewards of unique talent and opportunity with everyone.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much for the kind words

  • @astellus
    @astellus 2 роки тому +3

    Reminds me of the Bonnechere caves in Eganville Ontario that flood every year and are pumped out in the summer months for tourists to wander.
    Always a great adventure to watch your videos.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +1

      May we borrow that pump? 🤪

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +1

      The votes are in. You are one of our favorite subscribers. Caveman’s dad

    • @astellus
      @astellus 2 роки тому

      @Bill Sanders aww thanks! 😁 you happen to be one of my favorite channels!

  • @__J____ff
    @__J____ff 10 місяців тому +5

    whoa, I almost started crying like a little b****, and I'm not even inside the cave. Getting stuck in some tight cave with water flooding must be the absolute scariest experience ever, I mean why do it... wow.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 9 місяців тому +2

      No one understands our answer to “Why?”

  • @marksayers2740
    @marksayers2740 2 роки тому +2

    I'm claustrophobic but love watching your videos. I do get a little anxious just watching you guys..LOL..watching you, I get anxious. I grew up in the Pittsburgh Pennsylvania area and as kids, we used to go down to old coal mines. These were made by families during the depression for coal so they were not professionally dugout. It was scary but fun! As I got older I noticed my claustrophobia. I would love to cave dive with professionals like you guys.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      Relax and enjoy the show. These caves were made by the Pro of all pros.

  • @brennanvanderkooy9366
    @brennanvanderkooy9366 2 роки тому

    Normally its hard for me to watch these videos, but with your commentary it makes it easy for me to watch! thank you!!

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      You are most welcome. Cave chatter helps with the nerves.

  • @KidsWithGuns1992
    @KidsWithGuns1992 2 роки тому +6

    This is one of those extreme things I can’t even slightly understand.
    Sky diving, base jumping, bunjee jumping - all of which I totally get (but wouldn’t do). This I just.. my brain doesn’t comprehend where the desire to do this lies.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +1

      Great comment. We’re not all wired the same. Hope you enjoy our flavor of crazy. Caveman’s dad

    • @malaki7335
      @malaki7335 2 роки тому +1

      I certainly get the desire to explore, but I would never do anything in a place as tight as this.

  • @robinthebobin6537
    @robinthebobin6537 2 роки тому +8

    I'm lucky enough to not be scared of anything really, or have any legitimate phobias - that is apart from this! Caving and tight spaces are absolutely terrifying to me, so I think you're all incredibly brave to explore these things!
    I find all of this stuff fascinating, seeing the hidden world beneath us and learning about the amazing natural processes creating these infinitely unique and beautiful cave systems. You present it all so well and capture the true beauty of caves in these videos, so thank you!
    I enjoy watching these videos from the safety of my home😂 in Leicestershire, England.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +2

      Well hello all the way to England and welcome to the dark frontier.

    • @crystalwater505
      @crystalwater505 Рік тому

      You pretty much contradicted yourself. You said you were lucky enough not to be scared of anything, yet you say that caving and tight spaces are terrifying, meaning you are indeed afraid of something.

    • @robinthebobin6537
      @robinthebobin6537 Рік тому

      @@crystalwater505 "apart from this" being the key phrase lol

  • @joshmccarty8586
    @joshmccarty8586 2 роки тому +2

    Wow. Really cool to see those tree casts. Amazing video! Thanks for the content!

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      It is quite amazing. So much of this bad boy yet to explore.

  • @Nathansv3223
    @Nathansv3223 Рік тому +1

    This channel just absolutely terrifies me. You both have balls of steel

  • @isaakdlg1737
    @isaakdlg1737 2 роки тому +5

    This Vid definitely got the heart rate up 😂 Awesome Vid, keep the content coming! 👌

  • @orange-rose07
    @orange-rose07 Рік тому +6

    Many folks say how terrifying all this looks... But I would like to point out how cool is that we got to see an underground water erosion in process. Such a unique footage .Also reminds me about those underground rivers that we have beneath our feet.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  Рік тому +3

      This is the second longest erosional cave in the world. The first longest is just a few miles down the hill. These water piping caves are usually subject to collapse pretty quickly. But not when they're ceiling is lava!

  • @mickhopkins8036
    @mickhopkins8036 10 місяців тому +2

    Man are you are crazy I'd look at the entrance and say no way not claustrophobic but id get stuck just wow respect

  • @rudyschurmann6211
    @rudyschurmann6211 2 роки тому +1

    thank you so much for these unique images. you are the man! I continue to enjoy your videos. thanks again

  • @dorn885
    @dorn885 2 роки тому +3

    I admire what you do.
    Since when I was a kid I always wanted to know where a path in the woods is heading etc., so I know very well this urge to explore, which can be stronger than other fears we encounter during the exploration. Finding the heart of a cave must be a priceless thing.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +2

      Priceless indeed. Our whole family is wired that way. If it’s our in the boonies, it needs to be explored. We saw a sign pointing to a waterfall near a busy highway. It was nice, but we went back with climbing gear and have found 13 more major falls up the box canyon. Life is to be lived exploring. Thanks for watching

  • @loweshaw
    @loweshaw 2 роки тому +5

    This seems like insanity. I appreciate your bravery and the great content. Glad you are okay 👍

  • @mikeaustin9810
    @mikeaustin9810 2 роки тому

    I can't stop watching you guys go through the caves it's very educational you're very good at narrating your progress Jacob is awesome sometimes I feel bad for him going in first and to the small areas but after seeing him do it through a few caves I could tell he just loves doing what he's doing and Calvin I could tell you do too so keep up the good work be sure to give all the warnings about caving with a guide you guys are great

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Mike. Caveman’s dad here...usually wearing “find my body” orange underground. The family loves the adventures most never find. We appreciate you watching.

    • @mikeaustin9810
      @mikeaustin9810 2 роки тому +1

      @@billsanders9387 just got through watching for the first time find my body Orange today can't believe that you guys are doing this as a family it is so great

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      All the other sports were taken. 🤪

  • @coreys1
    @coreys1 2 роки тому

    I met your dad today on a bike ride! Rode by the church and needed water and he helped me out! He told me about your channel and now I can’t wait to binge watch!

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      Sean, thanks for the comment. Enjoy the videos, and let me know when you’re ready for an adventure for which you will not need a bike. Caveman’s dad.

  • @crazyscooterinvisiblerider925
    @crazyscooterinvisiblerider925 2 роки тому +6

    Calvin I´ve Said this before and i will say it again, Your channel deserves millions of views and subscribers. Truly Scary video but still very interesting! Keep it up!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you.
      I don't really know what deserve means. We feel fortunate that anybody is interested. We like sharing but our lives are not different for the amount of people that watch. We are just out here havin a good time.

    • @Sanakudou
      @Sanakudou 2 роки тому

      I get the feeling this channel will blow up in no time at all, which I agree they absolutely deserves, this is high quality and extremely unique content!

  • @Chrieso
    @Chrieso 2 роки тому +18

    Been here since before 100 subs and I'll say it again: in a short time your channel will be famous in YT. Thanks for the awesome content as usual!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +9

      Wow you were here since the beginning! Well before the beginning.
      We were equally as happy with 100! Still just out here having a good time. Thank you for your support.

  • @Jaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay
    @Jaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay Рік тому +2

    Very much enjoying your videos. What I like to do is wait 'til you're in a particularly tight passage, and then leisurely stretch my arms and legs out and thank god I am not there with you :) I'm never going to be the sort of person that does this, but I am very grateful that you do so we can see all the interesting things. Keep up the great work !

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 Рік тому

      Sorry about being so slow to comment. Our legs and arms took a while to get operational again.

  • @sezianar9355
    @sezianar9355 Рік тому +2

    The fact that you have the time to reply everyone:' ) how beautiful

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  Рік тому +1

      Sometimes. We like answering questions and giving weirdos a hard time. ; )

  • @Nogles5782
    @Nogles5782 2 роки тому +5

    Hey Brother, I am a veteran, and I know exactly what you are talking about when it comes to living your live as opposed to just living your life. For me I enjoy my currently sedentary life, and I completely appreciate and understand your zest for life. Drive on brother, drive on.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      Caveman is a two tour gulf vet. This is therapy. Bad dad.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      Oh, and THANK YOU FOR SERVING!

  • @francoperez2246
    @francoperez2246 2 роки тому +10

    Amazing! How scary it is to see it, I can't even imagine being there. Thanks for the video, you are the bravest

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +1

      We appreciate you watching. Caving is our joy.

  • @mowtivatedmechanic1172
    @mowtivatedmechanic1172 7 місяців тому

    I must say this is N enjoyable Chanel to watch albeit caving and cave diving are also my “scary movies” too. Your informative, calm and entertaining. I’d also like to add I really love seeing you guys get out and walk around a little bit too. That’s pretty satisfying.

  • @duffman7065
    @duffman7065 2 роки тому +2

    I get stressed out watching these, thinking of everything that can go wrong, even though I know I will never put myself in this situation. You guys have balls of steel 👍

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      But it goes according to the incredible preparation. Thanks for watching

  • @RandomCommenter9
    @RandomCommenter9 2 роки тому +8

    This makes me miss caving so much! Although I'd never go as far as you did here. If I see too much moving water I'm gone haha. Balls of steel on you mate!

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +4

      Get back underground bro! There are many dry caves and much larger ones out there.

  • @retroaspectgaming
    @retroaspectgaming 2 роки тому +3

    must be terrifying to do that. damn i wish i was that brave. that takes a lot of guts to stay calm like that. great video.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      A learned experience. Start with comfy caves (reasonably) and grow the skills.

  • @craigpitt6342
    @craigpitt6342 2 роки тому +1

    Love watching your boldness lads you guys are fearless as for tiktok Videos my partner has them removed for no reason at all she usually edits them with a sound track to repost them usually it works

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      Editing eats up caving time. We have our priorities. 🤪🤪. Thanks for watching

  • @TGameDev
    @TGameDev Рік тому +1

    Been binging these a lot since the internet historian video dropped the other week. Filled with nostalgia as I got to explore some caves growing up, but the first time I ever stayed overnight in one someone got stuck in a squeeze for almost 2 days. Fortunately we went as a boyscout troop, and there were plenty of others there as well, so they weren't ever alone. Still though, never entered another one that I couldn't walk or high crawl through ever since.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 Рік тому +1

      But you grasp the whole idea of caving. Most have never been inside one. Thanks for watching.

  • @juice1748
    @juice1748 2 роки тому +5

    I'm scared to keep watching your videos because the more I watch the more I contemplate taking up caving 😬

  • @Tjchesnut
    @Tjchesnut 2 роки тому +3

    Another great video.
    Hahh... incredible!
    Thank you very much.

  • @SoSheree
    @SoSheree 6 місяців тому +1

    I’ve just found your channel. I am amazed at what you guys do.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  6 місяців тому +1

      Thanks. Welcome to the dark frontier

  • @nathanielball365
    @nathanielball365 3 місяці тому +1

    You guys are nothing short of ABSOLUTELY NUTS!!!! GREAT VIDEOS THOUGH!! IT'S A RUSH JUST WATCHING!!!

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 місяці тому

      Thanks. It’s our way of chilling body, mind, and nerves. We’ve been hypothermic at times.

  • @vybzent23
    @vybzent23 2 роки тому +5

    This is a great video it's very interesting the best I've ever watched so far thank you I'm learning a lot.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much! It was a very pretty cave. And it's actually extremely long. There are 2 different kinds of caves that intersect to make one huge cave. Is half erosional and galf lava tube.

    • @vybzent23
      @vybzent23 2 роки тому +1

      @@CalvinHikes yes that's true it's really beautiful I really like the sand part yeah, there's a part 2 well that's gonna be epic really interesting I can't wait to see it and keep up the good work guys

  • @e.l.2734
    @e.l.2734 2 роки тому +8

    I just found out what a tree cast and I'm already relieved I'm not inside one! :)
    Respect to you guys for making this safer for others.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +2

      We missed seeing them created, but the discovery is still amazing. This was once a forest of giant trees. The local volcano did a number on them.

    • @e.l.2734
      @e.l.2734 2 роки тому

      @@billsanders9387 True, they must have been some huge trees, and still those spaces look so tight. I like how the tree bark gets imprinted on the walls.

  • @natburg3208
    @natburg3208 2 роки тому

    You guys are brilliant...I wish my dad dis things like this with me.
    Thank you for sharing your adventures

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      You are welcome, Nat. Glad you enjoy our craziness. Maybe someday you’ll find a cave and we’ll check it out with you.

  • @kaniva42
    @kaniva42 Рік тому +1

    I can appreciate your guys passion for this, and watching this video was a bit spooky. But it was also beautiful as it is nature at its most natural form. I subscribed to you aswell, your videos are definitely interesting to watch. The wife and I watch a couple so far, be safe out there you and your boy. Take care

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 Рік тому

      Our family caves, and has done extreme sports for generations. Thanks for watching.

  • @zze3r011
    @zze3r011 2 роки тому +4

    Absolute mad lads. Being inside a flooded cave is nightmare fuel. Here you have these guys out searching for water in these tight passages. I'm going to have nightmares of this after just watching safely from my home.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому +1

      First, thanks for watching. Secondly, our world chaos gives us nightmares. Caving is the calming we need. God bless.

    • @LordReaperus-memes
      @LordReaperus-memes Рік тому

      @@billsanders9387 bro, stop impersonating people

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 Рік тому

      @@LordReaperus-memes I haven’t tried impersonating anyone, but I am the guy in orange in the caves. Caveman’s father, 74 yrs old, and 65 years of caving experience. Thanks for watching.

    • @LordReaperus-memes
      @LordReaperus-memes Рік тому +1

      @@billsanders9387 Oh, sorry.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 Рік тому

      @@LordReaperus-memes Now you have to make a successful caving excursion with us to discover just how real it is.
      You will either hate it, or become hopelessly addicted.
      🤪

  • @Nomad1ca
    @Nomad1ca Рік тому +4

    "It is our way of living, not our way of dying"-Caveman That is probably one of the most meaningful lines I have heard in my life, idk how to describe it, but whenever watching your videos all I sense from you is feelings of joy and peace as you explore these caves. Not sure if you will see this comment, but I just wanted to say thanks, your videos give me courage in a sense to continue to do even the most difficult things. Think I'll take a shot at cave exploring sometime in the near future, thanks for being you and stay safe

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  Рік тому +4

      Thanks!
      It's not even about exploring caves it's about getting outside yourself and possibly outside your house.
      It's funny the diversity of opinions. Many people see our videos and think we are absolutely suicidal. While they sit at home motionless and watch videos of other people's lives. And they ask what's the point in what we are doing.

  • @NopeSecret
    @NopeSecret Рік тому +2

    This just shows that people are built different.
    I have no idea what drives you to do this but you seem to really enjoy doing it and I am not going to lie the video footage you get is pretty amazing and shows a world I will never see otherwise.
    So ... Thank you :)

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  Рік тому +1

      It's just fun! Never occurred to me that it shouldn't be or wouldn't be. Never thought of it as a thing or hesitated. Made a fun family video and people went bonkers so we just started putting our videos on UA-cam.
      Thank you and you're welcome!

  • @nme232
    @nme232 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for showing to the end when they get out. Its so consoling

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  Рік тому +1

      People beg for that. So we show it. But it's the worst part for us. The best part is going IN the cave!

  • @acetune0080
    @acetune0080 Рік тому +1

    anxiety inducing stuff to me, very hard to watch your videos. Yet I can't stop watching them

  • @Red_since_87
    @Red_since_87 Рік тому +3

    Expert caver/sandwich maker, the ultimate combo

  • @aineoconnell690
    @aineoconnell690 2 роки тому +3

    “This is a very unforgiving situation but I forgive me” has to be best quote ever!

  • @rogerdavis9962
    @rogerdavis9962 Рік тому +2

    I haven't been caving since 1990, I do miss it sometimes and appreciate your vids

  • @epiphany1915
    @epiphany1915 2 роки тому +1

    Wow this was a genuinely dangerous one! Fabulous content as always 👌

  • @mikemora6777
    @mikemora6777 2 роки тому +3

    Me encanta como el tío te pega un buen discurso, sin perder la calma como si estuviese paseando por su jardín.
    impresionante !

  • @Dave-zq8wx
    @Dave-zq8wx 2 роки тому +41

    Since I’ve never been caving I would really like to know specifically how taxing it is on you, and has there ever been a caving situation where you didn’t think you had the strength to continue? Btw keep up the great work and of course stay safe👍

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +36

      I think it's important to maintain pretty top notch health. But like any activity you have to know your own limitations. Caving is not hard if you just take a small chunk. I can do pretty hard core caving for days on end without much recourse.

  • @ONEpocketKID21
    @ONEpocketKID21 2 роки тому +1

    mannnn been binge watching your vids lol still freaks me out but i love it!

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes  2 роки тому +1

      Welcome to the dark frontier

  • @nix-cipher
    @nix-cipher 2 роки тому +1

    Brah...your one wild cat to be mucking around in a flooding cave,regardless of how little a trickle.
    From watching your vids and listening to how you relate to the situation(s) you experience in your various forays I'm sure your 'ducks are all in a row', hopefully this holds till you retire and pass that torch to your young buck,prayers to you & yours for safety,health & prosperity.

    • @billsanders9387
      @billsanders9387 2 роки тому

      We always appreciate your prayers, and we send up a few ourselves on occasion. Calvin Bth Cum Laude