Colin Haley

Colin Haley, American alpinist famed for bold alpine solos and Patagonia expertise, and Dougald MacDonald, editor offering alpine-history perspective. They trace Colin's decades-long chase of Cerro Torre. Topics include brutal Patagonian weather, rime-ice tunneling, rope-solo tactics, gear caching and window selection, a dramatic night push and descent challenges on the summit bid.

Colin Haley, a renowned American alpinist dubbed 'Captain Safety,' shares his insights on balancing risk and adventure in climbing. He discusses how personal backgrounds shape risk-taking and highlights the importance of careful planning and communication in extreme conditions. Anecdotes from his climbs in Patagonia reveal the unpredictable dangers of the sport. The conversation also touches on the psychological challenges of solo climbing and the intricate dance between freedom, responsibility, and personal growth in the face of nature's extremes.