HA, underrated comment! For real, this is the ultimate terror, just watching really any of these videos. The fear and unease stays with me, unlike the movies where it might be a quick jolt of scary. LOL
The best part of watching these videos is knowing I’ll never have to do this Edit: Wow, crazy amount of likes! Thanks! 1 year on, I can confirm I'm still delighted that I'll never have to do this
I like to watch these videos before I go to sleep, for the simple reason that watching them makes me so thankful and relaxed that I'm safe in my bed and not underground in a tube where these guys are.
I didn't even like slithering around underneath my SUV when I had to locate something under it. THe gravel didn't feel real good. I can't imagine hours of that stuff in much tinier places. Crazy!
I once panicked when the zipper of my sleeping bag got stuck, I can't even begin to understand why some people do this to themselves. It is really fascinating though.
@@billsanders9387 Well the zipper broke when i was flailing my arms desperately trying to get out of the sleeping bag, but I sure do panic really quick if I can't move how I want to. Now if imagine that instead of some cloth and a zipper it was literally thousands of tons of rock...
Everyone is like "this is so relaxing to watch" and I'm here scrolling through comments instead of watching because this is the most anxiety inducing type of phobia for me.
@@ekay4495 I think he just meant that there's lots of people who watch the videos that don't understand that they're professionals; and while the tight spaces can be challenging, they're safe about it and are going to make it back out every time.
@@bjacobsen927 I disagree. Serious incidents while caving are very rare. And these guys never get themselves into situations or spots that they won't be able to get back out of. Like they say it takes patience, and they might only be able to move a millimeter at a time, but they're always able to get back out. Bill, the guy that responded to me originally, is the Grandpa of Jacob in this video and he's been caving for 50+ years, maybe even longer. So I'd say he's a pretty good testament to their ability to do this safely.
@nedlan1857 as someone whose been watching a ton of these videos, I can say I would 100 percent go caving, with the right guide. It's not about whether or not you're naturally meant to be in tight spaces, it's about exploring the underground and experiencing God's Creation in a way most people don't ever get to see.
@@ru5ty829 i also had done caving back in my day during my high school, university life, I'd join backpacking club..but the cave i enter is not nutty putty level, not the one when you have restructuring you entire body and organ just to fit through.. there's differences between exploring the nature / god creation and the need for adrenaline rush
No idea how you guys are cheerful and cracking jokes. What you are doing is literally my greatest fear. I go to sleep at night praying to God that he NEVER put me into a situation like the one in this video.
This channel has 0 skips. I do not think the world has seen caving documented like this in such a safe, educational, and exciting way. You are offered an amazing high quality experience with every video you watch and I am right on my way to binging it all.
Well that is a fine fine compliment thank you very much. Our goal is not to please. Its to do good caving and make good videos. not fussy ridiculous UA-cam stuff. And there seems to be a market for that. Not everyone will enjoy our content but a lot of people appreciate the fact that we don't do we don't do the standard UA-cam stuff.
I have awful claustrophobia. I dont even like being in elevators. Never in my life could I possibly do anything like this, so thanks for documenting your insane adventures! Its unreal to me that anyone can handle this. Be safe.
I do too. I can't handle even an MRI. They had to put me in backwards so my head and shoulders were out of the machine. This is incredibly hard to watch. I'd be a screaming, psychotic mess in a cave like that.
I’d be in tears 😭 no light, no room to breath, I couldn’t stand to be in a MRI for more than 5 minutes. I give these guys a lot of credit . I can’t even understand how anyone could go down there😫👍👍
@@lart277 ok let's try again. At the bottom of hole If you reach it alone, there is certain rock that gives you dbz like powers! Also a billion dollars in crypto on a usb, plus a magic jeenie that gives you the ability to have gokus instant transmition and he gives you fame. Would you go down? you said never, I want to hear you say it lol
All I can say is 'why would you put yourself through this with the very real risk of being trapped in a narrow damp tunnel which could likely be your doom', absolute crazy.
Why do climbers climb? Why do people run for 6 days through the desert? Why do people race cars? Why do people travel to space? Our curiosity is the reason for the success of our species. Why did our ancestors drift across oceans on rafts instead of just staying put in the Rift Valley? Even though this is just for fun, it’s the exact same trait.
@@UnleashedTraining101Sir Edmund Hillary, the first man to summit Mt Everest was asked why he would put himself in those positions and climb mountains. His response? “Because it’s there.”
Love the diagrams shown to have a better idea of what you guys are going through. Very interesting and intense video with great information and showman ship entertainment
@@CalvinHikes hahaha, love ya guys. What's even cooler about this channel is the wonderful bonding experiences you all have as a family. This isn't my cup of tea to do personally, but I sure do enjoy watching you all experience this passion of yours. Thank you
I am fairly claustrophobic, and your videos give me an adrenaline rush. I love watching them, but its torture at the same time. Keep it up, but most important, stay safe guys!
I know for a fact I would panic if I was in his position 😭 I dont see how he is so calm, I'm having anxiety just watching him maneuver through those tiny spaces. This sure is comfy and calming watching this from my bed.😊
All cavers know that tragic story. JJ made about every possible mistake. Our family has been caving and developing survival skills since the 50’s. It’s our life, not our death. See latest video…with three generations in a huge cave with a tiny entrance. Ages are 14-74. Thanks for watching
You guys are definitely among the most extreme cavers alive. I just can't imagine forcing my body through those tunnels. The thought of getting stuck deep underground is horrifying to me.
It is Maths, but also care I think - not rushing or panicking, minimising chances of slipping or making mistakes.. It's scares me just watching, yet it's fascinating-!
@@TheMercury-13 Because the margin for error is slim to none, you are so right about careful moves and steps. The concentration really helps clear the mind. The camaraderie among cavers is also very uplifting.
Mom packs the lunches, dad caves with us frequently, brothers, nieces and nephew all cave on occasion. The family that caves together…destroys clothes! 🤪
Some of the most skilled caving I’ve seen. I’m more of a climber myself because I somehow feel more comfortable with falling into jagged rocks than be slowly constricted by them. It takes a special breed of adventurer to do this. I used to do a bit of caving in tight spots, but nothing close to this level.
The skill level and the teamwork/communication skills you two share to not only navigate these insane caves but get it all on video in an educational manner is incredible. You need your own documentary on the history channel. I’ve never seen anything like this and I can’t stop binging these videos.
@@CalvinHikes good choice. You already film yourselves. Why give a TV channel a piece of your pie when you do all the work and risk your life. Stay true to yourselves and keep this incredible content coming
I’m addicted to sympathetic panic I feel watching these. You’ve got really great footage. I just don’t understand how you all get your big balls through these tight spaces! Kudos on a really fascinating channel.
@@kingsol4786 Good news, I have been talking with the owners of nutty putty cave property and it looks like I will be able to buy that property plus some, in about 2 years. I am going drill out the cement and reopen it to the public with a permit system.
This is the best one I've seen so far. Insane to think you are the first people to make it down there. I really appreciate all the effort you guys put in to make these videos. I'll be waiting for the next!
I pray you stay safe through all your endeavors. You are a hell of a lot braver than I am. I'd probably have a micro panic attack simply going 30ft underground. You're really something special, your existence is vital to humanity and its understanding on human resilience and exploration.
I've watched a lot of cave exploration videos and this was the most anxiety inducing by far. The mental control involved is unbelievable. I wish you both long life times. Stay safe!
It's of course beyond insane but what really freaked me out the most is how he let his much, much less experienced son go first on the way back up. Imagine him getting stuck or something else unexpected incapacitating him, like sudden panic or fainting or something.
@@aeriagloris4211 Imagine this. His nephew is a very knowledgeable caver, and prefers to lead. Jacob knows the sport well. Get your gear ready. You’re scheduled for a trip down next Tuesday. 🤗
I just heard the story of John Jones (Nutty Putty Cave) today and then stumbled across your channel a few hours later. When you were going through that drop squeeze, mentioning that story, I got chills. I am far too large (and frankly unwilling lol) to ever do something like this. Watching you get to a point where I can imagine panic being my only reaction makes me have to move my arms around and convince myself that I'm not stuck in a cave. I can only imagine that very soon I'm going to be having a dream about this smh. But you are calm, patient, and make a plan (and execute that plan) to keep moving which is simply amazing. Keep up the good work, stay safe and have fun!
@@CalvinHikes I am so claustrophobic that I could never do something like that, especially after hearing of the story of john jones, I am impressed how you calmly crawled through the cave. Wow
I cannot believe you pushed through that to meet with Jacob. Props to you for making it, an expert indeed! But god I can't even imagine had the fate of that cave been just slightly different and closed up, what it would be like to attempt to back out of that pinch, almost seems impossible :/ so glad you two made it out, I think this is one of the more uncomfortable caves I've seen you crawl!
Advantage of Jacob getting larger is that if he makes it down a passage there's a good chance that I can follow. Though it took some creativity and I had to take some of my clothes off. So this was all Jacob he had the courage to go down there first and that's all was scarier.
I love the progression of the story --> from the beginning where both caveman are having a horrible time in the cave where the rocks cut the flesh, everything is so narrow and would make anyone panic instantly etc. --> To the end when they get out and say "Jake and I had a great time". Very happy you made it out folks
I've watched these over and over again. And every time my palms sweat, my heart races and my stomach is tight and I'm screaming in my head, "WHY?" WHY WOULD YOU DO THIS? Then I realize, the same feeling I have, is the same feeling that you're having, Only it's intensified by around ten thousand times at least. I couldn't imagine how I would react. I'm the very last person you want going with you but I'm EXACTLY the person you want watching your content. Thank you for letting me feel some of this.
I will never understand the mindset that propels you guys into places like this. It's awesome and terrifying. I'm claustrophobic but I have a profound interest in looking beneath the surface of the earth. Watching you guys in these tunnels was physically unpleasant at times. It's utterly insane how you manage to get through such narrow spaces. I admire your explorer spirit immensely. Thank you for giving me this powerful perspective.
@@CalvinHikes It definitely did not look easy :D It's easy to see the pure adrenaline and satisfaction in those moments where you laughed. Crazy in the best way, for sure.
If you have a profound interest in caves as you say, then I definitely suggest you look up a caving association/club, and give it a try, regardless of claustrophobia. Not all caves are tight squeezes. In fact, in my several years of caving, I've never had to crawl more than a meter or two at a time. Of course, local geology dictates what kinds of caves tend to form in the area. These are lava tubes. Karst caves, on the other hand, tend to be quite spacious most of the time.
@@zorkan111 I appreciate the suggestion, thank you. I've been tempted in the past and, whilst tight squeezes are a horrifying prospect, most of my fear stems from the idea of being trapped underground at all, really. Objectively, I realise the chances of this happening are pretty slim at the best of times, but anxiety and phobias don't care about logic :D
Thank you. The trick is, that its a very weak muscle. I never exercise it so it's just not in my vocabulary. Also thank you for noticing. We get a lot of comments with people just cursing up-and-down who don't seem to notice this is a family show. It's a bit harsh, but it's still a family friendly show! ( I don't care if others curse it's just they generally don't notice that we don't)
@@CalvinHikes that’s good to know actually! I have a tendency to use foul language from time to time but as a viewer knowing that you prefer to keep your videos/comment section clean I will be more mindful! Enjoy your content even though I find it terrifying 😂
I have never done caving and never want to do caving. But your videos are so interesting. It's a world of its own, glad somebody does these things so we can see it ! P.s. I am not claustrophobic, but this... This is on a level of its own.
"I'm having what you'd call 'a bit of a situation'..." There is something so nourishing and wholesome about watching your sanity, courage and camaraderie whilst in these caves. It's clear you just love it and, whilst it would pretty much be my worst nightmare, thank God for explorers and adventurers like you guys! It's amazing to watch. You seem like exactly the kind of person anyone would want around in an emergency. Loving the channel.
Jacob is f*"!ng awesome!!! Kid is less than half my age with way bigger balls and not one scared hair on his body!! I respect the fact that you embrace every single second of where you are. Struggling with depression, your videos give me a great sence of ambition and is really helping me get out of this deep dark hole. Thank you sincerely
@@yoangorgal9854 I'd argue young and educated. If you know what you're doing and are confident in it, there is no reason to worry about your own capabilities. I'd love to go caving. I just wish I had friends
I know right it looks right the opposite of fun to me it looks horrifying I struggled to make it through the whole video because I thought Jacob got stuck in that Little bitty tube and I thought there was no way his uncle was going to make it that far back in there to get him and drag him back out and then Jacob wasn’t stuck but the uncle decided to follow him and I thought the uncle was stuck and I was literally hyperventilating watching this video until I come to my senses and realized hey there OK they’re both going to be OK because had they got stuck in that cave they would have never got out and this video would have never got posted then I was able to calm myself down and make it through the rest of the video
@@billsanders9387 I know I have seen the two of y’all put yourselves through some doozies before but this was by far The worst one I’ve ever seen I felt like I needed to start hollering for help just watching the two of y’all
@@CalvinHikes I'm endlessly impressed with you and your sons emotional fortitude. My nerves would be through the roof with stress doing something this restricted. Just watching this I get nervous
i think the most scary part is after deciding to venture a hole you dont know how big is.. if you are able make it thru to an end, are you able to return that same hole, as your body and angle might be diffrent the other direction ! i think the entrance to the cave was cool.. and that size of a passage would be fun.. but i dont want be in situation where im almost stuck in anyway..
@@bk7212 We have never been that unfortunate, but other members of the caving community know where we are on a given day. It’s a pretty tight community. All are experienced in rescue.
Aside of the insane danger and claustrophobic situations. I mostly admire the mental strength and absolute calmness. This is far beyond what I could ever imagine.
It’s a learned mental discipline. After a few decades, it’s an addiction. We love being in the “zone” where the body is under the total control of the mind.
Watching your videos helped me overcome my claustrophobia. I think what helped is that you narrate what and why you’re doing something as you’re doing it. It brought me a sense rationality that eased my fears! Thank you 🙂
You definitely don't even need claustrophobia to freak out in a place like that. I'd never do what you guys do, so thank you for recording these experiences in your creepy world of infinite dangers. It's so cool to watch.
The almighty algorithm carried me here today and I’m so stoked about it. Ive been watching your videos all day. As a large person who has always had a love and fascination of caves and the underground frontier but could never do what you both do, I am awestruck by your skill and mental fortitude. If it wasn’t enough keeping your cool in those tight squeezes, watching your son go off on his own in those spaces would be enough to break me. You two are the stuff of legend!
i been binge watching your stuff. it is hard to observe without feeling anything stressful or anxiety like. i don't know what this stuff does for you but i can pretty much watch an execution without blinking after this. thanks men.
Hahaha. Pretty funny. We do this as a stress reliever. Caving is my anti-anxiety medication. It certainly gets my mind off anything else going on above ground.
I haven’t commented in awhile but I just had to say WOW on this one! It must be a cool feeling going where humans have not been. I could never in a million years do this but it sure is invigorating to watch!
i feel so much calmer watching these guys then a lot of other people. even when jacob looks like hes gonna get scared or a bit panicked, his dad really calms the both of us lol.
Been watching for a few months now. I admire you guys so much for doing what you do. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us, and for educating along the way. It’s incredible to watch.
I got to go through a huge cave system a couple years ago it was black water rafting, as the name implies the cave had large sections of deep river flowing through it and even some mild rapids and waterfalls, the majority of the cave was roughly 40 meters underground, with glow worms and all. It Was an absolutely amazing experience, however only 2 small sections had parts where we had to crawl on all 4 fours, about 1 and a half foot tall. But man I could not imagine going through longer, smaller, and unexplored sections of cave. That's a whole other level of brave or crazy! Good on you guys but man I'd never!
I’m curious, how do you usually evaluate general cave safety, and more specifically, whether or not collapse is a possibility? I assume different types of rock and cave formation processes have different “sturdiness”?
Big question. Being avid cavers gives us an idea of risk in each situation, and the knowledge of gear necessary to stay alive and return. However, not all risk is eliminated. The reward is worth it. Thanks for watching
The biggest threat to cave sturdiness is whenever we go banging away on them. So when that occurs, care has to be taken. Otherwise it's basically what dad said... knowledge about such things is diverse and it comes with time/experience. All that being said, in general, caves are pretty sturdy.
Greetings from Scotland 🏴 I’ve just came across your videos for the first time and I’m blown away by what you guys do, the skill and courage involved is just amazing,, incredible stuff
I've been watching for a while now. Gotta have respect for this guy and the guts he's got. Great content. And exploring the unknown, I get stressed just watching sometimes lol. .best of luck with your future explorations.
Hi guys big hugs from the UK. you certainly given my anxiety a run for its money on this video. Hope you are both well and the rest of your family. Stay strong and safe xx
in my mind, this channel is called “Caving with John Malkovich”. i really love the content because you guys clearly have a great passion for caving….and thats awesome (even though it scares the crap out of me, almost literally)
Here's an idea....Get a radio control car with an FPV camera and evaluate if tight tunnels are viable that way! They make large tire, high powered RC cars powered by lithium polymer battery packs. Should be able to off road in the tunnels.
@@CalvinHikes I don't cave, however if I had to deal with unknown tunnels with no guarantee of a turnaround, I would use some kind of RC vehicle, micro drone or car to check it out first. You guys are very brave. It's one thing to cave and go through tight squeezes, it's another to map out never before explored tunnels. That's next level bravery.
It’s amazing that your sibling trusts you so much to take their son to the pits of hell and back. These videos terrify me but I also find it wholesome to see an uncle and nephew duo just enjoying nature adventures together. I love your content!
Just popped up on my recommended Fair play to you guys, I’m not claustrophobic in general but I feel like I’d be so anxious and nervous to even attempt being in a space that tight, and I feel like I’d get stuck and panic and not be able to get out, not my idea of fun but to each their own, stay safe and I look forward to checking out your other videos!
Calvin you have one hell of a channel. There is so much to learn from what you guys do. I really hope one day we get to see you guys branch out and start going to different states. There is so many caves here in Pennsylvania where i live that are totally unexplored. Thank you for taking the immense time and effort to make these videos for us to watch and learn from. You and jake have my utmost respect!
I refuse to believe they dont have other people on the surface prepared to save them when stuck before they go down, just too ease my own sanity knowing there are people that do this
Thank you that's very kind. It's got to be difficult with the time factor. It takes a long time to produce higher quality videos. If we want quality to increase, quantity may go down. Just things I've been thinking about. Thank you for the kind words
Thank you guys so much for documenting this stuff so those of us unable to see it in person can at least catch a glimpse of the beautiful underground world. The amount of courage and patience cavers have is awe inspiring.
I really appreciate the advice and confidence he brings, “if you can’t move an inch at a time, you can move a millimeter” a way to tell yourself, no matter how bad or stuck you feel, take a calm approach and you can free yourself.
horror movies don't do it for me anymore, so now I watch caving videos to feel terror
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HA, underrated comment! For real, this is the ultimate terror, just watching really any of these videos. The fear and unease stays with me, unlike the movies where it might be a quick jolt of scary. LOL
My Brother, you just said something i had felt for some time now
The best part of watching these videos is knowing I’ll never have to do this
Edit: Wow, crazy amount of likes! Thanks! 1 year on, I can confirm I'm still delighted that I'll never have to do this
We have you booked for one tomorrow.
Neva eva
Forreal 🫡
FACT!
Wouldn’t say never
I like to watch these videos before I go to sleep, for the simple reason that watching them makes me so thankful and relaxed that I'm safe in my bed and not underground in a tube where these guys are.
Knowing my dumbass brain I'm going to dream myself in a cave
bro my nightmare is this except im immortal imagine being trapped there for legit quadragintillions of years i mean its awful
This one was intense
It makes me scared before bed
I was watching in my car and at one point I had to open my door to breathe!!!
General rule of thumb: If I have to crawl through it to get where I want to go, I no longer want to go there.
This is even lower than crawling, more like wiggling. The horror!!
Good rule 👍
Indeed.
I didn't even like slithering around underneath my SUV when I had to locate something under it. THe gravel didn't feel real good. I can't imagine hours of that stuff in much tinier places. Crazy!
@@Trakehner20 seriously 😳 I get anxiety crawling under my bed
I once panicked when the zipper of my sleeping bag got stuck, I can't even begin to understand why some people do this to themselves.
It is really fascinating though.
This was ONE TOUGH ZIPPER!!
@@billsanders9387 Well the zipper broke when i was flailing my arms desperately trying to get out of the sleeping bag, but I sure do panic really quick if I can't move how I want to.
Now if imagine that instead of some cloth and a zipper it was literally thousands of tons of rock...
Could say man was a caveman originally
Dude I panic walking around outside lol couldn't imagine being in there. I'd pass out just from hyperventilating. I can't even watch this too much ha
u cant compare a sleeping bag to this ,this is pure anxiety 🤣
Everyone is like "this is so relaxing to watch" and I'm here scrolling through comments instead of watching because this is the most anxiety inducing type of phobia for me.
And then you get a nest of spiders falling on your head. Now that is fun!!
@@billsanders9387Spiders are the least creepy critter. Only the venomous ones with big enough a bite to hurt a human are scary.
@@ritz6982 In Eastern Oregon and Washington, Black Widows are not uncommon in the caves. We give them a little respect.
Omg right. I'm freaking out here.
Me too
No matter how tight the squeezes get and how possibly stuck you guys look, if you upload a video we know that at least one of you made it back out 😂
Please explain that to all the viewers. 🤪. This one was a bit challenging, however. Thanks for watching
I'm dreading the day when they will abruptly stop...
@@ekay4495 I think he just meant that there's lots of people who watch the videos that don't understand that they're professionals; and while the tight spaces can be challenging, they're safe about it and are going to make it back out every time.
@@Levi_Tollefson accidents always happen idc how professional you are
@@bjacobsen927 I disagree. Serious incidents while caving are very rare. And these guys never get themselves into situations or spots that they won't be able to get back out of. Like they say it takes patience, and they might only be able to move a millimeter at a time, but they're always able to get back out. Bill, the guy that responded to me originally, is the Grandpa of Jacob in this video and he's been caving for 50+ years, maybe even longer. So I'd say he's a pretty good testament to their ability to do this safely.
The warning in the beginning don’t go into a cave without a guide. Ummm I’m not going into a cave like that EVER!!
Kkkk, o melhor é nem chegar perto de uma caverna a não ser que seja de uma mulher linda ,aí vale a pena entrar e ficar kkkkk
@@willianjunior9689 красивому мальчику*
Little girl can watch it home
@@HijazzWarriorima girl and ima watch it home 😂
It‘s impressive how he manages to stay calm and get himself out of a dangerous situation. I would instantly panic
The appearance of calmness is the key.
I'm panicking rn watching this. And I'm in bed all tucked in
Same
@@MD2525-1 Loosen the covers a bit.
Same like I'd like to think I can stay calm in most situation.. but the claustrophobia of a cave like this is scary man
There's no doubt in my mind that I would absolutely lose my patience and be in a state of total desolate terror and panic if I were in that situation
Same, I’m imaging myself now getting the least bit stuck and having a full blown panic attack, definitely not cut to be doing caving lol
I’m having a panic attack watching this
Yea I would whip out my Ganja and just take my fate into reality 😂😂😂😂❤🎉 9:25
well that's not useful..
@@aero7848 not even a little bit 😭
This is insane, this is torture, my anxiety is going through the freaking roof just watching… You guys are absolutely NUTS!! Keep the videos coming!!
Lol. If we ever show the incredible color and majesty of the underground you would understand why we do crazy stuff. Thanks for watching
Never mind. sorry.
@@comradesussy7837 You have problems if you take his compliment comment as an insult to yourself on someone elses video. Go take a breather
@@comradesussy7837 unclench
@@comradesussy7837 how do you cave but let a comment on the internet bother you? Jeez man lol
I play guitar for fun...
Amen 😊
I work out for fun, I can’t imagine going into unknown caves
@@Superslotht it's a known cave
wdym @@Madi_Ernar
@@hellooo12 caves that are mapped are known caves, duh
The way you keep yourself calm in these tight squeezes really is impressive. Not an easy task
At least on the part the camera catches. 😝. We have our times.
@@billsanders9387 Id like to see those moments as well. That shows you guys are still human lol
This video has made me appreciate the sky, the trees, the air I breath and my loved ones even more. That's all the thrills I need 🌳🌸👩❤️👨
We hike remote canyons too, but other people can handle that. Caving takes a unique person.
legit no one gives a shit about your caving...it takes a weirdo to do it@@billsanders9387
human are not designed for living in tight space or a hole, otherwise we will have flexibile body like a cat
@nedlan1857 as someone whose been watching a ton of these videos, I can say I would 100 percent go caving, with the right guide. It's not about whether or not you're naturally meant to be in tight spaces, it's about exploring the underground and experiencing God's Creation in a way most people don't ever get to see.
@@ru5ty829 i also had done caving back in my day during my high school, university life, I'd join backpacking club..but the cave i enter is not nutty putty level, not the one when you have restructuring you entire body and organ just to fit through.. there's differences between exploring the nature / god creation and the need for adrenaline rush
If there were a billion dollars for free in that tube, I would not go in there.
Me too
I would. Probably. Im quite small.
I would use a drone. Worth a try :)
@@Athrun82😂
Yeah im sliding in that cave for a billion dollars LEAPING into that cave
No idea how you guys are cheerful and cracking jokes. What you are doing is literally my greatest fear. I go to sleep at night praying to God that he NEVER put me into a situation like the one in this video.
The God you pray to goes with us as we explore His creation.
@@billsanders9387 the God I pray to has no place in fear for there is no fear where He is
I agree. No caves or coal mines 🥺
This channel has 0 skips. I do not think the world has seen caving documented like this in such a safe, educational, and exciting way. You are offered an amazing high quality experience with every video you watch and I am right on my way to binging it all.
Well that is a fine fine compliment thank you very much.
Our goal is not to please. Its to do good caving and make good videos. not fussy ridiculous UA-cam stuff. And there seems to be a market for that. Not everyone will enjoy our content but a lot of people appreciate the fact that we don't do we don't do the standard UA-cam stuff.
@@CalvinHikes you don't do you don't do?
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Going through those right squeezes is not “safe”
@@agustinvega8969 You lost or something? Pretty sure they are well aware of the potential dangers.
I have awful claustrophobia. I dont even like being in elevators. Never in my life could I possibly do anything like this, so thanks for documenting your insane adventures! Its unreal to me that anyone can handle this. Be safe.
We go looking for adventure, and this is what we usually find. Thanks for watching
@@billsanders9387 ARE CAVES THESE MAPPED ?? OH MY LORD THEY AREN'T. THAT'S A HUGE RISK WOW
I do too. I can't handle even an MRI. They had to put me in backwards so my head and shoulders were out of the machine. This is incredibly hard to watch. I'd be a screaming, psychotic mess in a cave like that.
I’d be in tears 😭 no light, no room to breath, I couldn’t stand to be in a MRI for more than 5 minutes.
I give these guys a lot of credit . I can’t even understand how anyone could go down there😫👍👍
@@gtscc9977 this is a different level of claustrophobia..😬
I would never do this but watching these videos knowing you guys made it out alive is weirdly comforting
Yes. Not making it out alive would just be weird! Thanks for watching.
What if there was a million dollars in cash at the bottom, would you do it?
@@Ryan-eu3kp mannnn idk that’s a lot of money. i wouldn’t do it without a professional with me for sure haha
@@lart277 ok let's try again. At the bottom of hole If you reach it alone, there is certain rock that gives you dbz like powers! Also a billion dollars in crypto on a usb, plus a magic jeenie that gives you the ability to have gokus instant transmition and he gives you fame.
Would you go down? you said never, I want to hear you say it lol
@@Ryan-eu3kp ok i guess can work with that but only if theres someone outside waiting for me ready to call for help
"I feel like I'm dying". He hears that, says "interesting", and moves forward to that exact position. With no one behind to pull them out
All I can say is 'why would you put yourself through this with the very real risk of being trapped in a narrow damp tunnel which could likely be your doom', absolute crazy.
I know. Why try to put yourself in truly dire and unsafe situations? Cavers suck.
Why do climbers climb? Why do people run for 6 days through the desert? Why do people race cars? Why do people travel to space? Our curiosity is the reason for the success of our species. Why did our ancestors drift across oceans on rafts instead of just staying put in the Rift Valley? Even though this is just for fun, it’s the exact same trait.
Agreed, bordering on stupidity
@@UnleashedTraining101Sir Edmund Hillary, the first man to summit Mt Everest was asked why he would put himself in those positions and climb mountains. His response?
“Because it’s there.”
Yes, WHY?????
Love the diagrams shown to have a better idea of what you guys are going through.
Very interesting and intense video with great information and showman ship entertainment
You're welcome. And let it be known that the diagrams are harder to draw than the caves are to crawl.
@@CalvinHikes hahaha, love ya guys.
What's even cooler about this channel is the wonderful bonding experiences you all have as a family.
This isn't my cup of tea to do personally, but I sure do enjoy watching you all experience this passion of yours.
Thank you
Scarier than any horror movie I’ve seen
It is height of stupidity
this is seriously so awesome, cool that you two have so much fun doing this stuff together!
Thanks much. It’s a world left to the few.
I am fairly claustrophobic, and your videos give me an adrenaline rush. I love watching them, but its torture at the same time. Keep it up, but most important, stay safe guys!
Glad you enjoy the videos. Caving is our form of therapy.
(Two tour gulf vet)
Why da fuk wud u torture yourself?
Just how I feel watching it..
I know for a fact I would panic if I was in his position 😭 I dont see how he is so calm, I'm having anxiety just watching him maneuver through those tiny spaces. This sure is comfy and calming watching this from my bed.😊
Well, thanks for watching. Ever you see here is VERY real.
I can't crawl under my house without freaking out. You guys are nuts!
Lol! Great compliment.
Then, you should watch the documentary about John Edward Jones. You think his wife ever re married by now?
All cavers know that tragic story. JJ made about every possible mistake. Our family has been caving and developing survival skills since the 50’s. It’s our life, not our death. See latest video…with three generations in a huge cave with a tiny entrance. Ages are 14-74. Thanks for watching
I get anxiety just going under my bed
@@anointedone5154 same I was just about to comment that lol
You guys are just amazing ! The sheer brass neck of what you do makes even watching.... an anxious time . Please be safe and good luck .
You guys are definitely among the most extreme cavers alive. I just can't imagine forcing my body through those tunnels. The thought of getting stuck deep underground is horrifying to me.
The mind can develop amazing skills. Being in great condition helps too. Thanks for watching
@Bzake It’s much more mental than you know.
It is Maths, but also care I think - not rushing or panicking, minimising chances of slipping or making mistakes.. It's scares me just watching, yet it's fascinating-!
@@TheMercury-13 Because the margin for error is slim to none, you are so right about careful moves and steps. The concentration really helps clear the mind. The camaraderie among cavers is also very uplifting.
Imagine a little earthquake.. like a peppermill... Goodnight
I like exploring the big open caves that don't have there squeezes and tight spaces, you guys are really incredible.
Our motivation for the restrictive tight caves is that many have not been explored or mapped yet. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Jacob has to be breaking records with all his climbs. He has to be the youngest to do this type of caving at such a high level. 👏
We don’t know of any others in his league. Thanks much
All I can think of is their poor wife/mother. 😂 You know she must never watch these, for her own sanity.
Floyd Collins historically is a more accomplished caver, but that was over a hundred years ago.
Mom packs the lunches, dad caves with us frequently, brothers, nieces and nephew all cave on occasion. The family that caves together…destroys clothes! 🤪
Some of the most skilled caving I’ve seen. I’m more of a climber myself because I somehow feel more comfortable with falling into jagged rocks than be slowly constricted by them. It takes a special breed of adventurer to do this. I used to do a bit of caving in tight spots, but nothing close to this level.
It's like seeing John Malkovich having fun living my worst nightmare
Gyet this myan his myoneh
I literally have to take breaks to not freak out just watching the video. This is sick, keep it up boys! I'm addicted to your content.
We are sometimes slow to respond to great comments. We take breaks from the computer to explore caves. Thanks much.
"i Literallby hab to take breaks"🤓🤓🤓
Stop being a wuss its a friggin youtube video
@@schmeetsonbeetson7168 Come join us and discover this is as real as it looks in every way. Warning: bring Xanax!
I'm gonna throw up!
The dude who's in first and cant get out because the other person is blocking the way makes me wanna scream!!
The skill level and the teamwork/communication skills you two share to not only navigate these insane caves but get it all on video in an educational manner is incredible. You need your own documentary on the history channel. I’ve never seen anything like this and I can’t stop binging these videos.
Thank you so much! Discovery and a couple other channels have approached us. But we keep saying no.
We're just out here havin a good time!
@@CalvinHikes good choice. You already film yourselves. Why give a TV channel a piece of your pie when you do all the work and risk your life. Stay true to yourselves and keep this incredible content coming
I’m addicted to sympathetic panic I feel watching these. You’ve got really great footage. I just don’t understand how you all get your big balls through these tight spaces!
Kudos on a really fascinating channel.
These lava tubes just don't look fun at all. Extremely tight and very jagged looking. Hats off to you guys for pushing through these, it's nuts.
Thanks. Hats off in this one will be a head banger. 🤪
This makes me think about what kind of panic and horror John Jones must have felt in his last hours in Nutty Putty Cave
I wondered about his body still being down there with them ... I thought they coudnt carry his body out
@@bommellp1742 his body is still stuck down there 💀
I thought this close this already
Last hours. You mean the 27 hours he was stuck upside down! It’s been sealed off thank god so no one else will ever suffer the same fate
@@kingsol4786 Good news, I have been talking with the owners of nutty putty cave property and it looks like I will be able to buy that property plus some, in about 2 years. I am going drill out the cement and reopen it to the public with a permit system.
This is the best one I've seen so far. Insane to think you are the first people to make it down there. I really appreciate all the effort you guys put in to make these videos. I'll be waiting for the next!
Thank you so much for the kind words!
@@CalvinHikes you guys are awesome, you guys inspire me to try this some day
I pray you stay safe through all your endeavors. You are a hell of a lot braver than I am. I'd probably have a micro panic attack simply going 30ft underground. You're really something special, your existence is vital to humanity and its understanding on human resilience and exploration.
This isn't bravery. This is stupidity. This is playing Russian roulette with your life.
Great comment. Caving is a whole ‘nother world.
I've watched a lot of cave exploration videos and this was the most anxiety inducing by far. The mental control involved is unbelievable. I wish you both long life times. Stay safe!
Kind words. We have decades of experience.
It's of course beyond insane but what really freaked me out the most is how he let his much, much less experienced son go first on the way back up. Imagine him getting stuck or something else unexpected incapacitating him, like sudden panic or fainting or something.
@@aeriagloris4211 Imagine this. His nephew is a very knowledgeable caver, and prefers to lead. Jacob knows the sport well. Get your gear ready. You’re scheduled for a trip down next Tuesday. 🤗
I just heard the story of John Jones (Nutty Putty Cave) today and then stumbled across your channel a few hours later. When you were going through that drop squeeze, mentioning that story, I got chills. I am far too large (and frankly unwilling lol) to ever do something like this. Watching you get to a point where I can imagine panic being my only reaction makes me have to move my arms around and convince myself that I'm not stuck in a cave. I can only imagine that very soon I'm going to be having a dream about this smh. But you are calm, patient, and make a plan (and execute that plan) to keep moving which is simply amazing. Keep up the good work, stay safe and have fun!
Calm and patient. That's what the show is about. Not so much caving. ; )
Plan the work…work the plan. So far we have succeeded. No margin for error.
@@CalvinHikes I am so claustrophobic that I could never do something like that, especially after hearing of the story of john jones, I am impressed how you calmly crawled through the cave. Wow
@@CalvinHikes Is 5'10 1/2 and 100 kilos too large to cave, if so how much should I lose to do this?
I cannot believe you pushed through that to meet with Jacob. Props to you for making it, an expert indeed! But god I can't even imagine had the fate of that cave been just slightly different and closed up, what it would be like to attempt to back out of that pinch, almost seems impossible :/ so glad you two made it out, I think this is one of the more uncomfortable caves I've seen you crawl!
Advantage of Jacob getting larger is that if he makes it down a passage there's a good chance that I can follow. Though it took some creativity and I had to take some of my clothes off.
So this was all Jacob he had the courage to go down there first and that's all was scarier.
I love the progression of the story
--> from the beginning where both caveman are having a horrible time in the cave where the rocks cut the flesh, everything is so narrow and would make anyone panic instantly etc.
--> To the end when they get out and say "Jake and I had a great time".
Very happy you made it out folks
Love your succinct analysis of the video! Thanks for watching and commenting.
Glad you make it through every video I watch. You inspire me to become like you eventually. More patient, happier, less afraid. Respect, man.
Patience unlocks a lot of those other things on its own. We're all in such a anxious hurry. It's killing all the human parts of us
@@CalvinHikesYou guys are so awesome. Am I the only one who „gets it“? I am probably not very claustrophobic :) Love it!! Thanks for posting!!
I've watched these over and over again. And every time my palms sweat, my heart races and my stomach is tight and I'm screaming in my head, "WHY?" WHY WOULD YOU DO THIS? Then I realize, the same feeling I have, is the same feeling that you're having, Only it's intensified by around ten thousand times at least. I couldn't imagine how I would react. I'm the very last person you want going with you but I'm EXACTLY the person you want watching your content. Thank you for letting me feel some of this.
I’ve never gotten stuck or cut up in a cave by never going into a cave. good lord fellas… I’m sweating over here.
You live too safe…but appreciate you watching.
Just imagine if their head lamps went out...
I will never understand the mindset that propels you guys into places like this. It's awesome and terrifying. I'm claustrophobic but I have a profound interest in looking beneath the surface of the earth. Watching you guys in these tunnels was physically unpleasant at times. It's utterly insane how you manage to get through such narrow spaces. I admire your explorer spirit immensely. Thank you for giving me this powerful perspective.
The mindset is I want to have a good time but I don't want it to be easy. ; )
@@CalvinHikes It definitely did not look easy :D It's easy to see the pure adrenaline and satisfaction in those moments where you laughed. Crazy in the best way, for sure.
@@CalvinHikes Don't want it to be easy? You certainly chose the right hobby for that.
If you have a profound interest in caves as you say, then I definitely suggest you look up a caving association/club, and give it a try, regardless of claustrophobia. Not all caves are tight squeezes. In fact, in my several years of caving, I've never had to crawl more than a meter or two at a time.
Of course, local geology dictates what kinds of caves tend to form in the area. These are lava tubes. Karst caves, on the other hand, tend to be quite spacious most of the time.
@@zorkan111 I appreciate the suggestion, thank you. I've been tempted in the past and, whilst tight squeezes are a horrifying prospect, most of my fear stems from the idea of being trapped underground at all, really. Objectively, I realise the chances of this happening are pretty slim at the best of times, but anxiety and phobias don't care about logic :D
The ability you guys have to not swear while scraping around in the devil's pumice is incredible.
Thank you. The trick is, that its a very weak muscle. I never exercise it so it's just not in my vocabulary.
Also thank you for noticing. We get a lot of comments with people just cursing up-and-down who don't seem to notice this is a family show. It's a bit harsh, but it's still a family friendly show!
( I don't care if others curse it's just they generally don't notice that we don't)
I don’t know how you do it. I’d lose my sht.
@@CalvinHikes that’s good to know actually! I have a tendency to use foul language from time to time but as a viewer knowing that you prefer to keep your videos/comment section clean I will be more mindful! Enjoy your content even though I find it terrifying 😂
@@CalvinHikes well its definitely comfort inducing, thats for sure, so keept that muscle as low as possible!
My potty mouth is best described as an unmaintained truck stop outhouse. Great control.
I have never done caving and never want to do caving. But your videos are so interesting. It's a world of its own, glad somebody does these things so we can see it !
P.s. I am not claustrophobic, but this... This is on a level of its own.
Thanks!
I'm claustrophobic but i love these videos . I watch dry cave diving..underwater cave diving..freediving videos..
"I'm having what you'd call 'a bit of a situation'..." There is something so nourishing and wholesome about watching your sanity, courage and camaraderie whilst in these caves. It's clear you just love it and, whilst it would pretty much be my worst nightmare, thank God for explorers and adventurers like you guys! It's amazing to watch. You seem like exactly the kind of person anyone would want around in an emergency. Loving the channel.
Thank you so much for the kind comment and noticing some of the details.
We intend for it to be wholesome. We call it wholesome horror.
These folks stay always so positive and optimistic..it's a pleasure to watch them do all that crazy stuff!
We're positive because we're having fun! It's wholesome horror
Jacob is f*"!ng awesome!!! Kid is less than half my age with way bigger balls and not one scared hair on his body!! I respect the fact that you embrace every single second of where you are. Struggling with depression, your videos give me a great sence of ambition and is really helping me get out of this deep dark hole. Thank you sincerely
I’m right there with ya.. keep fighting the good fight ❤️✊🏾
It’s called been young and dumb
@@yoangorgal9854 I'd argue young and educated. If you know what you're doing and are confident in it, there is no reason to worry about your own capabilities. I'd love to go caving. I just wish I had friends
@@Godakuri
Why not just cave alone? It's safe as long as you don't try to squeeze anywhere.
@@yoangorgal9854 I bet the nutty putty guy used to have no fear as well
It always makes me happy when you upload because that means you made it out.
Our intent every time. Thanks for watching
this gives me massive anxiety. all i can picture is going too far, not being able to move forward any more and not being able to back all the way out
Your videos make me appreciate the little things in life a lot more
Nice words, and so true.
Truee
like being in a room with a normal height ceiling? 🤣
@@-ZTUN- So now you know we are abnormal. Imagine that! And we are completely comfortable with it. 🤪
I’ve absolutely no idea why anyone would do this for fun 😂
We love the exclusive life. Thanks for watching
I know right it looks right the opposite of fun to me it looks horrifying I struggled to make it through the whole video because I thought Jacob got stuck in that Little bitty tube and I thought there was no way his uncle was going to make it that far back in there to get him and drag him back out and then Jacob wasn’t stuck but the uncle decided to follow him and I thought the uncle was stuck and I was literally hyperventilating watching this video until I come to my senses and realized hey there OK they’re both going to be OK because had they got stuck in that cave they would have never got out and this video would have never got posted then I was able to calm myself down and make it through the rest of the video
Not our first tight cave...but it is a booger!
@@billsanders9387 I know I have seen the two of y’all put yourselves through some doozies before but this was by far The worst one I’ve ever seen I felt like I needed to start hollering for help just watching the two of y’all
I think you should try it….. with a touuuurrrr guuuiiddeeee😎😏
Sweet baby Jesus, that was difficult to watch. I think that’s the most claustrophobic cave I’ve seen you guys go through.
It had a couple of pretty tough points. Though, not super long. So rugged!
@@CalvinHikes I'm endlessly impressed with you and your sons emotional fortitude. My nerves would be through the roof with stress doing something this restricted. Just watching this I get nervous
@@forgetfulpriestiv14 I believe it is his nephew just to clear that up for you
@@CalvinHikes jesus christ you are madlads, I can't imagine the courage it takes to just casually go through the caves like a normal hobby
This is great stuff. Thank you for documenting this insanity! True adventure spirit.
How mad one have to be to crawl into a passage without knowing if you could turn around and crawl back. It makes me so scared.
It peaks our interest and we love it.
That’s why they’re there and we’re behind a screen
@billsanders9387 I could never do it, but love watching yall do it!
@@asmodeuso27 and that’s why some of them are still in there until the end of time… poor fellas
It's not the journey there, it's the journey back that is really terrifying because you have to experience it all over again.
i think the most scary part is after deciding to venture a hole you dont know how big is.. if you are able make it thru to an end, are you able to return that same hole, as your body and angle might be diffrent the other direction ! i think the entrance to the cave was cool.. and that size of a passage would be fun.. but i dont want be in situation where im almost stuck in anyway..
Experience tells us our body is not going to like this. We ignore those messages, because the body follows the mind. You can if you think you can!
@@billsanders9387what do you do if both of you would not be able to get out?
@@bk7212 We have never been that unfortunate, but other members of the caving community know where we are on a given day. It’s a pretty tight community. All are experienced in rescue.
@@billsanders9387 Okay, glad to hear that. Greetings from Germany.
Aside of the insane danger and claustrophobic situations. I mostly admire the mental strength and absolute calmness. This is far beyond what I could ever imagine.
It’s a learned mental discipline. After a few decades, it’s an addiction. We love being in the “zone” where the body is under the total control of the mind.
I don’t know how in the world you do this sir! Watching you makes it difficult for me to breathe!
Our lungs filter our fear, cold, and cave dust. 🤪
Nothing more relaxing than watching you guys traverse these caves. If I was in that cave I would probably not be as relaxed. Great stuff!
The “relaxed” is sometimes challenging. 🤪
"the cave gave birth to little jacob" had me dying
Now he’s big Jacob, and a very good caver.
Imagine how it was for Jesus. His mother was a virgin. Tight squeeze 😂
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Watching your videos helped me overcome my claustrophobia. I think what helped is that you narrate what and why you’re doing something as you’re doing it. It brought me a sense rationality that eased my fears! Thank you 🙂
You are certainly welcome
I don't think that's how phobias work...
I have to watch you guys while on the toilet cause y'all literally scare the crap out of me haha. BIG respect to you both :)
That just sends shivers down my spine. I was having a panic attack just watching it. Amazing work! Respect! 👍👍
Caving cures lots of fear issues.
You definitely don't even need claustrophobia to freak out in a place like that.
I'd never do what you guys do, so thank you for recording these experiences in your creepy world of infinite dangers.
It's so cool to watch.
We do it just for you!
The almighty algorithm carried me here today and I’m so stoked about it. Ive been watching your videos all day. As a large person who has always had a love and fascination of caves and the underground frontier but could never do what you both do, I am awestruck by your skill and mental fortitude. If it wasn’t enough keeping your cool in those tight squeezes, watching your son go off on his own in those spaces would be enough to break me. You two are the stuff of legend!
Welcome to the dark frontier
We make sure to include The Great Creator in our adventures. Thanks for watching
The fact that they are also filming, is amazing
i been binge watching your stuff. it is hard to observe without feeling anything stressful or anxiety like. i don't know what this stuff does for you but i can pretty much watch an execution without blinking after this. thanks men.
Hahaha. Pretty funny. We do this as a stress reliever. Caving is my anti-anxiety medication. It certainly gets my mind off anything else going on above ground.
I remember when you had just 10k subs. The channel has grown so much and the content is still the best on youtube. Big ups, Calvin and Jacob
Thank you! Our goal is still 0 subs. But we are fighting an up hill battle!
I haven’t commented in awhile but I just had to say WOW on this one! It must be a cool feeling going where humans have not been. I could never in a million years do this but it sure is invigorating to watch!
Well, your comments are appreciated. We doubt anyone will follow is in this one.
i feel so much calmer watching these guys then a lot of other people. even when jacob looks like hes gonna get scared or a bit panicked, his dad really calms the both of us lol.
Been watching for a few months now. I admire you guys so much for doing what you do. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us, and for educating along the way. It’s incredible to watch.
Awesome! Thank you!
love yalls vids, stay safe
I use fenix lights for hunting and fishing, and I’ll say good luck finding higher quality lights
Very true. We are brutal on them and they hold up.
How about for 1 million dollars
@@AvianCorrado what
@@13kmawayfromyou39 shit that was for another comment lol
@@JustTryingToUA-cam lol would you go down there for a mil
I don't get it. I just don't get it.
I don’t want it
We don’t need it 😂
To breath to feel to know I'm alive
@@trendmassacre8423 till your gasping in a hole stuck and can’t reverse sod that for fun
@@trendmassacre8423 You get stuck in there and you won’t breathe, or be alive
I got to go through a huge cave system a couple years ago it was black water rafting, as the name implies the cave had large sections of deep river flowing through it and even some mild rapids and waterfalls, the majority of the cave was roughly 40 meters underground, with glow worms and all. It Was an absolutely amazing experience, however only 2 small sections had parts where we had to crawl on all 4 fours, about 1 and a half foot tall. But man I could not imagine going through longer, smaller, and unexplored sections of cave. That's a whole other level of brave or crazy! Good on you guys but man I'd never!
I’m curious, how do you usually evaluate general cave safety, and more specifically, whether or not collapse is a possibility? I assume different types of rock and cave formation processes have different “sturdiness”?
Big question. Being avid cavers gives us an idea of risk in each situation, and the knowledge of gear necessary to stay alive and return. However, not all risk is eliminated. The reward is worth it. Thanks for watching
The biggest threat to cave sturdiness is whenever we go banging away on them. So when that occurs, care has to be taken. Otherwise it's basically what dad said... knowledge about such things is diverse and it comes with time/experience.
All that being said, in general, caves are pretty sturdy.
@@CalvinHikes cool, thanks!
They don’t evaluate safety, as you can tell. They plunge in head first and bang away at rocks in the way.
@@1Darmbr That is how you do it, tf are you talking about, and how would they evaluate something already IN THE CAVE!
Greetings from Scotland 🏴 I’ve just came across your videos for the first time and I’m blown away by what you guys do, the skill and courage involved is just amazing,, incredible stuff
Thank you so much
I've been watching for a while now. Gotta have respect for this guy and the guts he's got. Great content. And exploring the unknown, I get stressed just watching sometimes lol. .best of luck with your future explorations.
Hi guys big hugs from the UK. you certainly given my anxiety a run for its money on this video. Hope you are both well and the rest of your family. Stay strong and safe xx
Thanks. Most of the family caves.
I have absolutely no desire to go caving but I really enjoy your videos and find something almost calming about them after a while. Stay safe 🙏
Thanks. Caving is our happy place.
in my mind, this channel is called “Caving with John Malkovich”. i really love the content because you guys clearly have a great passion for caving….and thats awesome (even though it scares the crap out of me, almost literally)
Fun comment. The fear factor is real for us too.
Here's an idea....Get a radio control car with an FPV camera and evaluate if tight tunnels are viable that way! They make large tire, high powered RC cars powered by lithium polymer battery packs. Should be able to off road in the tunnels.
If you ever try that out, let us know how it goes.
Or if you have one to send us.
@@CalvinHikes I don't cave, however if I had to deal with unknown tunnels with no guarantee of a turnaround, I would use some kind of RC vehicle, micro drone or car to check it out first. You guys are very brave. It's one thing to cave and go through tight squeezes, it's another to map out never before explored tunnels. That's next level bravery.
It’s amazing that your sibling trusts you so much to take their son to the pits of hell and back. These videos terrify me but I also find it wholesome to see an uncle and nephew duo just enjoying nature adventures together. I love your content!
Yeah that's crazy. I assumed they were father/son
I assumed they were lovers / couple.
@@nom3nnescio bro That made me laugh so hard 🤣 I need to grow up lol
@@antonyhillson1273 ❤️
Just popped up on my recommended
Fair play to you guys, I’m not claustrophobic in general but I feel like I’d be so anxious and nervous to even attempt being in a space that tight, and I feel like I’d get stuck and panic and not be able to get out, not my idea of fun but to each their own, stay safe and I look forward to checking out your other videos!
Well Ben, welcome to our dark world. You now have crazy friends.
These videos are both terrifying and fascinating. Nice work. Enjoying your content a lot
Thank you
It's absolutely amazing and thrilling....cant imagine doing this. Hope you guys keep on being safe
We've never been safe.
I find these so hard to watch but utterly fascinating. Hats off to you guys, there’s no way I could do it
Unless you try it…with a “cave tour guide.” 🤪
Calvin you have one hell of a channel. There is so much to learn from what you guys do. I really hope one day we get to see you guys branch out and start going to different states. There is so many caves here in Pennsylvania where i live that are totally unexplored.
Thank you for taking the immense time and effort to make these videos for us to watch and learn from. You and jake have my utmost respect!
Thank you so much for all the kind words!
I had severe anxiety the whole time watching this. I don’t understand how people find this to be fun
We’re OK being misunderstood. Thanks for watching
Bro same like how do you get out of this I have to watch more of these to get rid of my fears
Do that. You may find our kind of insanity quite addictive.
I refuse to believe they dont have other people on the surface prepared to save them when stuck before they go down, just too ease my own sanity knowing there are people that do this
Well he def don't eat McDonald's. 😄
I'm taken aback. Respect to you guys. Jacob is something else, like top tier badass! 🙏
I consistently notice the quality of this channel increasing as both of you grow in skill and experience.
Thank you that's very kind. It's got to be difficult with the time factor. It takes a long time to produce higher quality videos. If we want quality to increase, quantity may go down.
Just things I've been thinking about. Thank you for the kind words
Can we send you an application? 🤗
Im just so grateful that youre recording an experience i will never willingly experience myself. Thank you!
Glad you enjoy it. It really is relaxing.
Thank you guys so much for documenting this stuff so those of us unable to see it in person can at least catch a glimpse of the beautiful underground world. The amount of courage and patience cavers have is awe inspiring.
You're welcome and you are correct in assessing patience as the trick!
I really appreciate the advice and confidence he brings, “if you can’t move an inch at a time, you can move a millimeter” a way to tell yourself, no matter how bad or stuck you feel, take a calm approach and you can free yourself.