Hiking up the Cables at Half Dome in Yosemite National Park - Bucket List! 

Comment how many times you think I said "Bro" in this video... sorry about that :)

Gotta thank the dad for the safety equipment, no way that kid should be up there without that.

Was that one guy speed walking with no harness ?

Why people day "bro" all the time! It sounds so stupid.

Ask the people who fell off half dome if they needed a harness. No you can't because they are no longer with us. Use a harness especially if weather threatens.

I love the fact you used a harness. Great idea

Anyone that does this without a harness I don’t understand why

Unlike the other father whose daughter fell and died, this guy was responsible, they were both clipped in and had a great experience.

Ain't no way I'm ever doing this climb.

The father-son bonding is precious. I love how dad encourages and supports his son

I get sweaty palms watching half dome climbing vids

Fantastic video. Experienced dads know that "bro"ing your nervous teenage boy is the most effective way to relax and distract them. Perfectly executed!

I can just imagine the helivac call: "What's your emergency?" "Yeah, my boot fell off Half Dome, and I don't want to hike down in my approach shoes, they're so expensive!" lol

That’s awesome you and your son do stuff like this together. Kids brave, no way I’d do this

Always use a harness. Weather is unpredictable in Yosemite

You couldn’t pay me enough to do this lol

Your son is such a trooper. You can tell he was fighting his fears a bit. And was on go mode more than even pops which I understand watching because he’s not the type that likes to dwell on things ESPECIALLY on top of the freaking Yosemite Half Dome lol. But he still braved through it like a piece of cake.

They are lucky it's not that crowded.

Good job guys !! I am amazed that anyone would attempt this without a harness.

Thank you for using a harness with your son, the culture of annoyance for using proper safety equipment needs to go "the way of the dodo". For anyone considering using a harness for a via ferrata route or hiking half dome, there are a few things you can do to make this even safer: 1. Always use both carabiners. One must always be clipped to the wire at ALL times when you are in transition as there is a risk of slipping while trying to clip to the next line and off the edge you go. 2. When clipped in, make sure one of the carabiners opening is facing the OPPOSITE direction of the other. It can and has happened that when you are trying to unclip your single carabiner to advance to the next cable you accidentally unclip the other carabiner as well. Having one in the other direction prevents this from happening. 3. Buy a via ferrata set that allows the line to expand and release tension if you do fall. If you use a static line the force from the fall can break your spine. Happy hiking!

A girl 20 years old just died in this place.

Great video, love the fact you were extremely safe with the kid. Great job!

Dad is so positive! Safety first ❤️

Thanks for sharing the video, you are a good dad and your son is brave

"Achieving the summit is better than the summit itself." means not worth the effort, or for that matter the danger. 😉

Any info on the carabeener, gloves , harness and lanyard would be GREATLY appreciated

There needs to be an age limit!!

Should the boy be in the front?

Dumb thing to do even with the harness. I would never put my child on that.

Irresponsible parent that takes there kids up there it’s not Disneyland

Nice video it showed pretty clearly how steep it is. That view you show at 8:00 was giving me vertigo from my chair. Even though I’ve been skydiving once before I don’t really like heights much. Looks thrilling though.

Congrats! But the YMCA has been taking 10-16 yr olds up on HalfDome for decades. It’s a great experience, and quite a challenge. But it’s not really dangerous.

If the boy is panting, send him down. No consideration for muscle failure. You're having a hard time... "A man has to know his limitations." 8,836 +/- O² level and heat from the rock. You made it and proved what? San Francisco Peak Flagstaff 13k+ Don't be surprise if the boy picks up "high risk behavior" as a teen. Knew a guy who got his kids into dirt biking. Lost a boy to a Clift. SARescue

That kid should not be there.

Man I would have two clips.. that way while I’m unclipping one, I’m still constantly clipped in to the other

You were clipping to the wrong wire on the way down. You should have used one on the right facing down.

Do you recommend approach shoes throughout the hike from base. I see you were carrying two types of shoes.

Thanks for sharing this! Very cool video! I’ve watched plenty of the half dome video hikes but yours is the best one I’ve seen so far!

This video is awesome! Love how it switches between the cams!

Dad doesn't need to say steep so many times

Cool but carrying an extra pair of shoes sounds heavy Nice to know the harness option

You both inspire me to take my son with me when I go hiking .If Dad can only stop with reminders of the steeps 😂😂😂😂

That’s not Hiking it’s rock climbing 🧗‍♂️

It doesn't seem as if they have the two point harness system.

You brought a child up there? So irresponsible

Isn't this child your son? Why call him bro?

Hardly any other hikers, fantastic!

Wth is the point of doing that

I slept on top of half dome when I was 9 years old & 15 years old. One of the best & wonderful experiences of my life. Today, I've heard that sleeping on half dome is not allowed. I'm not surprised since I've also heard that they allow thousands of people to climb daily. I climbed half dome in the 1970's & early 1980's when the cables were stronger, the rock was not slippery (at all), and my brothers & sisters & my Dad only saw 9 other people that entire week! On the trail up to half dome, we camped & I still remember the solitude & pristine beauty of the park - forever gone these days I hear. We didn't use 'safety' gear nor harnesses. I don't think most hikers in the 1970's knew about stuff like that. We just climbed & hiked every mountain we could & loved it. We were very safe, and we took as long as we needed because there were no people behind nor ahead of us. Kids today are addicted to phones I hear & it is so sad for these younger generations. The kid in this video is very lucky to be able to climb at an age when it is easier & safer - because of his smaller size & youth. I remember it being easier when I was 9 than when I was 15 because of this.

Experienced or unexperienced a harness helps.

Great job boy

Great video Bro!

Raising him right 👏

Dad, you sound so annoying the entire video.

Hes braver than me 😂 I just waited at the bottom

This father was smart keeping the kid tethered. But I have seen so many teens on the cables with nothing. 16 years and under have issues with their attention span. A recipe for disaster. Also remind your kids . . . you fall, you die.

Should be over 18 or 16 max

What gloves do you recommend?

He could hike out with the shoes he had on.. in dire need he could do it . Probably wouldn’t be comfortable but he could do it m. He’s a kid, they do all kinds a shit

Hey, was wondering where you got your harnesses/rope ties from. Or if you just made them yourselves

Why would he do this to his child! Sorry but he’s just too young

Danger danger danger.. like great white bite the leg mountain always win

Should note that there is quite a bit of exposure on the trail leading to half dome, ie if you make a mis-step you could be seriously injured.

Nope, no thank you I would pass. Thanks for the video though!

Bruh...

Great and smart family! You have inspired my husband and I!

Dad thinks he’s a cool teenager😂😂😂😂 Bro………dudeeeeee.

Here’s what to do: Go there, check it out, then go do something else. Stay alive.

I am so glad that you are wearing double harness ...

You guys made this look so fun! Way to go! Loved all the "Bros." 😆

Are you supposed to use climbing gear? This college age girl just died as her father tried to catch her. Dad will freak out as child falls 😢

Why the belays ? Oh,of course

That was too good

Great v .

Have you ever done a cable hike other then this?

Haha great father, kid’s lucky to get this experience

What harnesses did you use?

This is a responsible dad. Unlike that dad who got his daughter killed recently.

Do you have a link to carabiner?

I walked up to the top and back down with no gloves, no harnesses and no problem. Using a harness is more of a safety hazard than helpful in my opinion.

Impressive young man to do that hike! Couldn’t handle the constant ‘bros’ tho. You are the adult and the kid’s father; that young man deserves more respect from you as your son than to be referred to as ‘bro’.

Cool video, but for anyone wondering if you need a harness setup, NO! You absolutely do not need this setup. 99% of the people going up do not have harnesses. And to quote the Ranger checking permits "If you need a harness, you probably shouldn't even be attempting this". That mainly goes for adults, but I totally understand why you and your boy had one.