A Solo of the Moonwalk Traverse, Perhaps the Greatest Alpine Climb Ever Done.
When fellow, well-decorated climber Colin Haley states that, "There is no doubt that this is the most impressive solo ascent ever done in Patagonia, and I can’t help but wonder if it isn’t simply the most impressive ascent ever done in Patagonia in general." You tend to take that seriously.![](/web/default/files/users/4588/Screen%20Shot%202021-05-10%20at%207.12.28%20AM.png)
On February 7th 2021, Just a few days after enjoying his 40th birthday, Sean Villaneuva O'Driscoll completed the solo traverse of the Fitz Roy Traverse in Patagonia - backwards. Sean Called it the 'Moonwalk Traverse'.
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The Fitz Traverse follows the skyline of Cerro Fitz Roy and its six satellite peaks.The traverse consists of 13,000 feet of vertical gain over the four-mile span of the massif. If unfamiliar with the range, simply find a logo for Patagonia clothing & equipment brand and there you have it.
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The Greatest Alpine Climb Ever?
Fitz Roy Traverse Solo