Three out of four of us made it up to the top of that insane rock. I remember being much more nervous going up last time. Maybe it was the traffic, in most places only one-way traffic was possible. So there was a lot of waiting, and a lot of slower people going up. You would even pass a person or two having a panic attack squatting in a corner. I'm all for facing your fears but sitting on the edge of a cliff cradling your legs should maybe be avoided.
Anyway, we made it up! And next time, I would maybe choose the 4 AM option to avoid the crowds and catch the sunset. Regardless of the number of people, those views are worth it.
