Chris Sharma 🇺🇸 Es Pontàs 5.15a/9a+ 🌊
Watch Chris Sharma’s first ascent of the Es Pontàs, the first 5.15a/9a+ graded deep-water soloing climbing route!

Check Out the full Ascent on @REELROCK1  's Youtube Channel!

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The video shows professional rock climber Chris Sharma tackling a difficult climb on a cliff face that directly overhangs a body of water. The danger is apparent: if he falls, he will fall a significant distance directly into the water below. He is using climbing shoes, and a chalk bag which are standard safety equipment for climbers, but no ropes or harness, meaning a fall would be unarrested. While he is a professional engaging in this activity by choice, the height and proximity to the water pose a serious risk of severe injury upon impact with the water or rocks below if he loses his grip.