Daring Climber Alex Honnold Takes on Taipei 101

Alex Honnold, a renowned climber, is set to attempt a daring climb up Taipei 101, one of the tallest buildings in the world. This event, which was initially planned for Friday night, has been pushed back to Saturday at 8 p. m. ET due to bad weather. Netflix, the streaming service broadcasting the climb, made this announcement on X, emphasizing that safety is their top concern. Taipei 101 stands at an impressive 1, 667 feet, making it a formidable challenge for any climber. However, Honnold, known for his fearless ropeless ascent of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park, seems unfazed. He described the climb as a \"perfect sweet spot\"—challenging enough to be engaging but not too extreme. This climb is part of Honnold's ongoing quest to push the boundaries of what's possible in climbing.Honnold's climb will be broadcast live on Netflix with a 10-second delay. This is not the first time someone has climbed Taipei 101. In 2004, French climber Alain Robert scaled the building to celebrate its grand opening, taking nearly four hours to complete the ascent. However, Honnold's attempt will be unique as he plans to do it without any ropes or protective equipment. The climb is part of Netflix's \"Skyscraper Live\" series, which aims to showcase the thrill and challenge of scaling some of the world's tallest structures. Honnold's previous achievements, including his ropeless ascent of El Capitan, have earned him a reputation as one of the most daring climbers in the world. This climb is expected to be another testament to his skill and bravery.