Taking risks or leave your life easily?

Hey everyone!
i'm thinking about taking a flight to the black forest the germany to climb the zugespize - the highest mountain in germany! really tough but with an amazing view!
it will be my first mountain climbing and i'm really scared. on the other hand - we live only once!

what is your opinoin guys?
i've added a link to the website that shows the trip to the area.

thanks a lot,
Mor.

 

It all depends on your physical abilities. If you can do it and if it's something you're passionate about go do it. Just be careful. Those damn mountains are full of surprises sometimes.

And... please don't do it alone.

 

Taking risks is okay...but taking educated risks is better. Rather than starting with "the highest mountain in Germany" why don't you try a more beginner-level mountain to see if you are able and still interested after that climb? In fact, the smartest way to begin is to take a mountain climbing lesson or two. Usually, they have such training available near mountains that are regularly climbed. At least you will know what equipment you need, how it should be used, and how to plan a climb.

Note that I would not be recommending this approach if you were thinking of flying a kite for the first time. Mountain climbing kills trained and experienced climbers every year as it is a very dangerous sport.

 

I really like you topic Taking risks or leave your life easily? and also like we live only once!
But not to comment on your thought.

I believe in taking risks but calculative risks, so the result will be some what favorable and also enjoying taking risks.

 

I always prefer a balanced lifestyle. I can't say I live off of the risks I take, but if I don't do something new and risky every once in a while I just get SO bored with my life.