This is why I always roll my eyes at "inspirational" crap like "Never Give Up". Professionals know that sometimes giving up is the best course of action.
Not a fail Richard , it's good that you made the call not to continue for safety reasons and you were mindful of the risks in the eminent darkness . I hope Tim wasn't too disappointed but the hike is still there for another time :-)
This video probably saved a few people a lot of grief when planning their hikes but yeah, it's not all glory and fun, mother nature sometimes doesn't cooperate and you got to be prepared. A good one, Richard. Onwards and forward
No worries, there is always another time, better safe than sorry!☺ Read many stories of hikers getting lost or venturing into another dimension and never to return, so please take care!
There's a happy ending mate. You're still here and you show people that you're here to have fun, not risk your life. I'm sure your family are glad to see you and your friend still has a high regard of your friendship. I for one am not disappointed cause I used to take Venturers on 4 day hikes and we stick together as a unit. See you next week, over and out😁😁😁
Cant agreed more! It’s better to be well than under prepared. Years back when I climbed a volcano I thought I was physically fit but all the elements teaches me never underestimate the nature.
You definitely made a right decision without taking the unmanageable risks. The mountains won’t go away and are waiting for your visit. Stay healthy and active.
I turned back on three 100-peak hikes when I was in Taiwan. Even we're prepared for the rain with the right gear, sometimes the weather just made the whole experience too miserable to continue.
You are right Richard. Good decision of returning. Knowing your limit and don't push too much and taking the consideration of safety of visibility is important, there is always another time to achieve it. Is the progress of hiking and learning from it. Good that you share with us. We definitely have learn from your mistake. You done a great job Richard 👍🏻👍🏻
Great call to stop the hike. Friendly reminder - satellite communication device is very important for such a long trip. I am looking forward to seeing your video. Have a good weekend.
There's nothing wrong with the call you made, Richard - there are far too many video's of people doing silly things, getting hurt, etc. so it is refreshing to see one where your levels of experience and maturity show through in your decision to return before the boundary where things go from safe to unsafe is stepped over. I hope this video reaches many people so they can learn that tomorrow is another day, and the mountain won't go away!
Fully agree. I travelled to Tasmania and on the 2nd day into the walk decided to turn back about 1 day from the Walls of Jerusalem camp site. This was due to environmental factors. It was still a generally enjoyable trip. Just cut short. I always also say, "the mountain will always be there". Better to enjoy the moment and the journey, the company and the experiences.
Nice attempt! A friend and I recently had a very enjoyable climb up Snow Mt. Each hiking trip is a lesson, and ultimately I don’t think it matters if it’s a success or failure. The experience is what matters.
Richard, nothing to be sorry nor apologize for. Go on and post the video in future even it the hikes did not turn out right, that is reality. Good try and there is always another day to conquer the peak. On the lighter side, I reckon the trip failed because you did not bring along your canary.......hahaha....he would have forecast the weather more accurately for you. Cheers and see you next week.
This failure will be the success for future hikes for you and others! It's not always smooth sailing in life. This video is the perfect example. That was the right call and glad you are safe. Well, at least you have a new hiking friend! Looking forward to the next video! 😀
I don't think it's a sad story, as a matter of fact, it's a good reminder lesson, anyone who wishes to do or now doing the 百岳, encountering the situation you had at the beginning by being too confident (including myself), ignoring the risks behind. It is not only the physical strength needed but the preparation that could save you from any incident inside the remote mountains, particularly in Taiwan mountains. I recalled one time I met a hiking group in 合歡山, who came from Swissland, teasing and laughing at the local indigenous guide wearing rain boots for hiking. I did hope they did not encounter any rain during their trekking going up to 奇萊, however, the chance is low. The unexpected heavy rain is a killer during the whole trip, when you soaked wet, the humid along with the cold temperature could easily cause life in danger. There are many forums offering tips and advice for 百岳, worth having a look. Hikers in Taiwan always say the mountains are always there waiting for you, in front of those high mountains be humble always. Enjoy your following trips!
Yeah, thanks. I'm just bummed about the whole thing. I also laughed about the rain boots at first - many years ago, but I know now why they wear them! I will try one day.
Good move Richard. First, rain pants. So important in Taiwan. They can prevent soaked pants, hypothermia and even keep you warm on a winter windy day. Second, the up and back to Jia Yang and Xiao Jian is long and extremely treacherous from Youpolan. It took us 14 hours. Lots of technical hiking and, rocks, roots, and false peaks. VERY risky on a wet day!!! The view from Jia Yang is amazing so the weather you had would have been a disappoint. Well done turning back. Mountains will always be there is what we say. On on to the next peak.
Well, this thing happened. We need to take safety measurements for the 1st place. Thank you for the video and I hope you can make it to the submit next time! 😊😊
This is why I always roll my eyes at "inspirational" crap like "Never Give Up". Professionals know that sometimes giving up is the best course of action.
Thanks!
when live is on the line....yes you should give up sometimes.
這集影片很棒！安全永遠是擺在第一位。
登山時做出的判斷很重要！寧可保守一點，避免發生撼事。
我覺得這部影片傳達一個很棒的觀念：失敗並不可恥，登百岳安全是首重的條件，山難的發生有很多原因，但是『山永遠都在』，人必須先活著。
撤退也是一種勇氣💪，也考驗一個人的智慧，你這樣的選擇是正確的，真智慧選擇👍👍
當他說出~我還有太太小孩~的時候，我的心瞬間流淚了。祝福你，與青山同在，與家人同在~
青山依舊在 生命誠可貴！！如果百岳怎麼簡單就能攀登攻頂 就不會有那麼多人 嚮往那份登頂後的感動了！！安全 就是挑戰百岳的終身門票。
Not a fail Richard , it's good that you made the call not to continue for safety reasons and you were mindful of the risks in the eminent darkness . I hope Tim wasn't too disappointed but the hike is still there for another time :-)
This video probably saved a few people a lot of grief when planning their hikes but yeah, it's not all glory and fun, mother nature sometimes doesn't cooperate and you got to be prepared. A good one, Richard. Onwards and forward
Thanks!
你的決定沒有錯。我們常常就是這樣，判斷對自己情勢不利時，該退就要退。不必逞強。以後多的是機會。
聰明的決定..台灣的山上氣象變化無常,下次還有機會,再接再厲,加油~
No worries, there is always another time, better safe than sorry!☺ Read many stories of hikers getting lost or venturing into another dimension and never to return, so please take care!
注意安全，山永遠都在，下次再挑戰
這是一部很有意義的好影片，經驗的分享跟交流，尤其是從失敗中得到的反省，比起美照、美圖重要多了。山界名言：「山永遠都在」，而生命是最寶貴的，很讚賞RICHARD給觀者一個很好的理念與示範。
謝謝您
謝謝分享！
建議攻頂時間要安排在早上。而且這三座山本來就不好爬喔！如果安排四天行程，裝備一定要充足，雨衣雨褲防水鞋是必備品，食物更要充足。加油！再接再厲！
像跑山獸講，山永遠都在，但你不是。所以人生命沒了但山依照也會在，安全第一
挑戰百岳需要勇氣，果斷是否應該繼續需要智慧；這是一部展現勇氣與智慧的好影片
山一直都在，只要人平安，未來有的是機會，在無雨衣的情況，適時的撤退的確是睿智的決定。
「安全」永遠是成功完成的最重要因素!
謝謝
I think you made a right decision at the right time. God bless you.
青山依舊在,不需急著登頂以免危險,下次再爬就好了.我之前去爬北得拉曼山也是,到了回音谷已下午1:30,如果走完巨木區要花約2小時,下山還要1個半小時,屆時可能會摸黑,且山路濕滑不好走很危險,所以決定回頭,但回程約下午3點卻碰到1位剛要上山的人,真是為他很擔心.
There's a happy ending mate. You're still here and you show people that you're here to have fun, not risk your life. I'm sure your family are glad to see you and your friend still has a high regard of your friendship. I for one am not disappointed cause I used to take Venturers on 4 day hikes and we stick together as a unit. See you next week, over and out😁😁😁
You make a good risk assessment!
下次再接再勵就好～
好的影片不一定都是完美的結局，失敗的經驗對其他人更重要‼️
Good video. It's not a sad story, but respecting the elements is an important life lesson.
你的選擇是對的,山永遠都在,台灣高山天氣多變,雨衣一定不能忘,2000公尺以上高山,冬天溫度經常是10度以下
Cant agreed more! It’s better to be well than under prepared. Years back when I climbed a volcano I thought I was physically fit but all the elements teaches me never underestimate the nature.
完全正確的決定，上台灣的高山，無論天氣預報是如何的好天氣，雨衣雨褲與綁腿是必備物品，一雙不容易進水的登山鞋也是很重要！
Safe come first, this video teach us stop hiking and return whenever there is a safety issue.
有智慧的選擇，下次好天氣再上山時更能看見最美的風景
It's still a good experience for audience, thanks for sharing.
Absolutely!
很好的決定～準備充分後再去爬一次就好了，加油！
Smart decision. Just come back some other time. It's there. Always. Cheers!
Good call. Your safety is atmost important. Can always go back next time.
I'm glad you shared this video. I love raw hiking experience. Sometimes a failed experience is even more useful for most audience.
台灣的高山九月過後山上的天氣變化很大，常常早上好天氣，午後就起大霧下大雨，所以最好在3~9月去爬百岳
You made the right decision.
Safety is always the first priority.
Thanks for sharing.
志佳陽+ 大小劍 +中雪山 一線 非常 棒的行程
山永遠都歡迎你，安全第一
You made a correct decition
I like your video
You definitely made a right decision without taking the unmanageable risks. The mountains won’t go away and are waiting for your visit. Stay healthy and active.
大劍山是我爬過最難爬的。原本要雪劍逆走，但是因為天氣撤退。再接再厲！大劍山一路爬上去的林相變化非常有趣。
Most important thing is you are safe & sound! Can always try again next time :)
Very true!
人在 山在
失敗也是一種成功
I turned back on three 100-peak hikes when I was in Taiwan. Even we're prepared for the rain with the right gear, sometimes the weather just made the whole experience too miserable to continue.
You are right Richard. Good decision of returning. Knowing your limit and don't push too much and taking the consideration of safety of visibility is important, there is always another time to achieve it. Is the progress of hiking and learning from it. Good that you share with us. We definitely have learn from your mistake. You done a great job Richard 👍🏻👍🏻
You did a good job already. Don't worry, you can always go back and try again at anytime. Good Luck !!
你們其實跟我們在12月初犯了同樣的錯誤，在行程安排上，第一天不該只到獵寮營地，因為會導致後面行程走不完，你第二天到油婆蘭營地3.8K到8K的油婆蘭，再去大劍山（3K）都可能走到晚上，會浪費掉一天！最好的行程安排是Day0就在水文站或附近搭營，半夜4-5點起登，直接到油婆蘭紮營。Day1：油婆蘭-大劍（或小劍）-油婆蘭，Day2：跟Day1一樣看你們心情。Day3油婆蘭直接回家，這樣會比較輕鬆！第一天一定就要到油婆蘭，不然小劍太難到（來回估計12hr）
不錯的計畫！下次吧 。 加油！
We can all learn from what you have leaned so still good
正確的判斷是登山最需要具備的
期待你準備萬全後的登山行程
Great call to stop the hike. Friendly reminder - satellite communication device is very important for such a long trip. I am looking forward to seeing your video. Have a good weekend.
Great tip! If you notice I have a Garmin on my backpack!
「山永遠都在」，您的決定是正確的。
You made the right decision! The mountains will be there whenever you are well prepared. Safety always comes first!
雖然登頂失敗，但您的明智抉擇！還是要給你們點贊！加油加油，祝福你們平安下！
很好的教材 ，值得學習
That was great! You made a good decision. The peak is always there, but life is the most valuable.
Another interesting video. Things don’t always go to plan
山永遠都在
不要冒險 是正確的
只是需要下次再來一次了
前幾天一個新聞，一個中山國小學生登山團，在登雪山 目標就近在咫尺，但由於山頂已經結冰，不適合攀登了，最後帶隊老師在等待一段時間後，就決定放棄，帶隊回家了
Good decision! Safety always first!
山永遠都在，下場要更大的勇氣，非常正向的判斷，且有小孩在評估方式完全不同等級了，全身濕且沒替換，一定要立即下山，不然會失溫很危險，替你加油!!!
很厲害，選擇安全第一的聰明考量，這要很大勇氣去評估狀況來決定下山，下次再戰他成功時!!!好好歡呼一下!
謝謝你的支持！
你做了正確的抉擇...同時也給所有登山的朋友做了一個很好的示範...
加油...
There's nothing wrong with the call you made, Richard - there are far too many video's of people doing silly things, getting hurt, etc. so it is refreshing to see one where your levels of experience and maturity show through in your decision to return before the boundary where things go from safe to unsafe is stepped over. I hope this video reaches many people so they can learn that tomorrow is another day, and the mountain won't go away!
Fully agree. I travelled to Tasmania and on the 2nd day into the walk decided to turn back about 1 day from the Walls of Jerusalem camp site. This was due to environmental factors. It was still a generally enjoyable trip. Just cut short. I always also say, "the mountain will always be there". Better to enjoy the moment and the journey, the company and the experiences.
Nice attempt! A friend and I recently had a very enjoyable climb up Snow Mt. Each hiking trip is a lesson, and ultimately I don’t think it matters if it’s a success or failure. The experience is what matters.
agreed. As long as you make it back, it is not a failure. Something learned is always a success.
Every trip was a good trip Richard! Good call, if I was there together I would do the same.
The final goal is to be back safely always.
Light
I like your point of view.
很正確，安全第一，山永遠在那等你登
You make a good decision.
SAFETY 1ST.
雨天的風景也沒這麼漂亮 晴天再挑戰也不錯
The best part of climbing is having a hot meal after a good sleep
may be you could add a poncho to your kit. it may not the best solution but it can sure help in some case.
Thanks. I do use a poncho sometimes. Although I don't think it would have helped on that day!
Hey, great video still. You are right, safety is paramount and the mountain will always be there.
Very true!
I'm so happy to see you alive and filming the video
很棒的分享。。
很棒、很實用的經驗，謝謝您
Richard, nothing to be sorry nor apologize for. Go on and post the video in future even it the hikes did not turn out right, that is reality. Good try and there is always another day to conquer the peak.
On the lighter side, I reckon the trip failed because you did not bring along your canary.......hahaha....he would have forecast the weather more accurately for you. Cheers and see you next week.
By far the most important advice ever 👍 Good call
台灣高山氣候多變，注意安全
Safety first! Especially after watching the rescue video of Beast Runners 跑山獸. Mountain would be always there waiting, no need to rush :)
預報是好天氣,只要有下雨機率,山區都會下雨,登山要雨具,亦可防寒及失溫,加油!!
Wise decision.
Such kind of video with advice would be much valuable than the version with perfect scenes.
安全撤退，山永遠都在👍
山永遠都在，人絕不要冒進，稍不慎就永遠消失。下一次再登就好！只要活著永遠有機會！
您已經是很棒了！身體安全最重要喔！青山綠水仍在，來日方長有機會再去也不錯。
謝謝
我喜歡你下山的決定👍。
這集影片比任何一集登頂的影片更具意義！謝謝您不吝分享自己的經驗以幫助更多人👍
You can always come back, pullout is for next time challenge, great vid!
氣象預報其實很難預測山頂，1分鐘可以從大太陽變成雲霧跟下雨！
留的青山在.不怕沒柴燒.
Its a good call! just another lesson! thanks for showing this part too!
This failure will be the success for future hikes for you and others! It's not always smooth sailing in life. This video is the perfect example. That was the right call and glad you are safe. Well, at least you have a new hiking friend! Looking forward to the next video! 😀
Good call to turn back. You didn't fail, you just didn't finish the hike, come back and finish it another day 🙂
I don't think it's a sad story, as a matter of fact, it's a good reminder lesson, anyone who wishes to do or now doing the 百岳, encountering the situation you had at the beginning by being too confident (including myself), ignoring the risks behind. It is not only the physical strength needed but the preparation that could save you from any incident inside the remote mountains, particularly in Taiwan mountains.
I recalled one time I met a hiking group in 合歡山, who came from Swissland, teasing and laughing at the local indigenous guide wearing rain boots for hiking. I did hope they did not encounter any rain during their trekking going up to 奇萊, however, the chance is low. The unexpected heavy rain is a killer during the whole trip, when you soaked wet, the humid along with the cold temperature could easily cause life in danger.
There are many forums offering tips and advice for 百岳, worth having a look. Hikers in Taiwan always say the mountains are always there waiting for you, in front of those high mountains be humble always. Enjoy your following trips!
Yeah, thanks. I'm just bummed about the whole thing. I also laughed about the rain boots at first - many years ago, but I know now why they wear them! I will try one day.
@@AsiaHikelopedia Opt the one with spikes mounting underneath, that helps when across the muddy area....
Good move Richard. First, rain pants. So important in Taiwan. They can prevent soaked pants, hypothermia and even keep you warm on a winter windy day. Second, the up and back to Jia Yang and Xiao Jian is long and extremely treacherous from Youpolan. It took us 14 hours. Lots of technical hiking and, rocks, roots, and false peaks. VERY risky on a wet day!!! The view from Jia Yang is amazing so the weather you had would have been a disappoint. Well done turning back. Mountains will always be there is what we say. On on to the next peak.
what's "false peaks" ?
Better safe than sorry. Good judgement.
Keep it up! Thanks for sharing. It's a good experience. Wish you well!
The mountain is always there.
平安回家才重要，山永遠在，還好你平安
雖敗猶榮！
登山要做萬全準備，因天候往往不是人可以掌控的。
Real good striking color trouser!
Well, this thing happened. We need to take safety measurements for the 1st place.
Thank you for the video and I hope you can make it to the submit next time! 😊😊
I hope so too
怎麼可能沒有帶兩節式雨衣，不管是一天還是幾天，登百岳都是要重裝備。雨衣、防水鞋套和糧食都是有備無患的。
我知道。真的很笨！😔
你不笨，每個人都需要一堂千金難買的經驗。
在台灣爬山會上癮,因為爬的過程像地獄,爬到頂點看到風景,吃到熱食感覺像上天堂,人的喜怒哀熱是相對的,當差異極大的感覺發生,你的感受更強烈,所以爬山可以讓你在1天內感受到從地獄到天堂,這種感受在平地很難感受到
Safety first, you can come again in the summer with long sunshine next time😉