I remember way back in a Q/A you said that you weren't planning on asking someone like Ondra or Megos for a collab because you felt you would bother them, that an ex-pro climber turned youtuber wouldn't be worthy of their time. I'm glad things changed because this content is solid gold Magnus, keep it up !
Also seems like Ondra is enjoying it as well rather than being bothered. I think based on his comment about speed climbing he paid attention to Magnus back in the competition days and his strengths/weaknesses. So in a way I think Adam is getting to relax and just hang out with another pro climber rather than feeling like he's just being interviewed by a journalist or something.
It was in that video that Ondra himself replied and said sure let's make it happen! Kind of epic that Ondra was watching your videos... Not that he wouldn't just saying it has got to feel pretty good.
Would be amazing if Magnus can keep doing collabs with these superstars every 6 months - 1 year. I'd love to see a series of interviews + climbing vids where the famous climbers are in their "natural elements" instead of talk show studios.
Holy shit Magnus isn't joking with his 1 million specials. First of all he gets ONDRA on the channel, then he doesn't just make one video but four, AND one of the videos is 50 minutes long??! Amazing stuff, Magnus, so glad you're putting in the work to make these videos :)
This was really special Magnus. I can see how much you'd prepared for the social dynamic between you two. You knew what kind of conversations you wanted to have and how to arrive at them naturally. I think your interview skills improved quite a lot in the last years. Very impressed.
I've been hiking and climbing my whole life but more as just part of living I died a little when I had to be in a wheelchair and ultimately had a below knee amputation recently I have been really depressed waiting to heal and waiting for prosthetic not to mention the pain and physical effort, and then I watched your video and in this video you say if you are watching this video than you are a real climber! It really made me feel better and if you and guys are out there trying your problems over and over until you get it right gives me the feeling that I can't I won't give up. Thank You Magnus you may never know how you truly saved me.
Hey man just an fyi, there’s a few climbers at my gym who have a prosthetic leg. I’m sure it is doable but the hardest part is the first step. I believe in you!!! Hi hope you keep adventuring :)
You get the perspective of Adam's backyard climbing first hand, if this is not inspiring I don't know what is!!!!! Such insightful questions and discussion, you don't get this with interviewers that are none climbers. - Amazing job guys!
Okay so I gotta say at the outset I am 73 years old and in relatively decent condition and I thoroughly enjoy watching Magnus when he climbs with someone who is as good or better than he is!! I just started watching Magnus within the last several months. I continue coming back to his videos because it is so enjoyable to watch him compete with other people and how difficult what he does truly is!! I think it's brilliant Adam acknowledges his strengths and weaknesses as well as saying yes they're more than likely will be a 10a or 10b in his lifetime!! And as others mentioned it is a thrill to watch a master work at their craft!!
I don't care if it's climbing or basket weaving, watching a generational master do their thing with such aplomb is an absolute privilege. Thank you for this.
@@scoper7897 u realise adam is a master at specifically rock climbing which he has dedicated almost his whole life to. Ofc he is not gunna be as good as other things even if they are in a sort of similiar field like bouldering. Yes the skills can transfer but to adam the feel of those artificial boulders compared to natural rock will affect him more than u think
I clicked on the notification expecting a 20 minute video. 50 freaking minutes?! Magnus is treating us RIGHT with this video! Appreciate the great work Magnus!
You asked Adam the perfect questions, stuff I’ve always wondered. And it seemed more like just hanging out rather than an interview. Add that to the hard climbing, and this is one of my favorite videos you’ve done
@@CrankyLawyer It's a bowline with a stopper. It's not self-tightening, so it can come undone if tied wrong, but it's much easier to undo after being weighted than a figure-eight.
These videos with Adam show how much you can do for the popularisation and development of climbing. Together they are probably the best content about climbing, combining historical review, entertainment, exercises guide, interview with great, cheerful man, showing the climbing life from all spots of view. Please do not stop in your beginnings and do not restrict yourself with familiar topics! Thank you for your work!
I am a pianist studying difficult Etudes and there are similarities in succeeding in finding a technical way to overcome difficulties with fingers, wrist, elbow and shoulder. I really enjoyed the sincere camaraderie between these two climbers, they show us a good example how people should be with each other. I have so much more respect for both of them that they're able to collaborate and exchange. So much respect for both. They're both excellent coaches of each other that really caught my respect to the roof.
I appreciate this video a lot. It's nice seeing a video where it seems like Adam is talking to a friend about climbing and just having fun. Makes him more relatable. I think you guys should do some more in the future. Thanks for this.
First I thought, wow, 50 min video, that could be quite boring, but in the end it was one of the most interesting climbing videos I've ever seen! It's so much better, if a experienced pro climber is interviewing another climber than just some "regular" commentator. Congrats, Magnus, great video! And also you're really getting humble in your old days... ;)
Hearing Adam Ondra talk about how modern bouldering is bad for his body and he wouldn't compete if it wasn't for the Olympics was...revelatory. This is an incredible video with enlightening conversation and intense climbing! Really great stuff. Thank you, Magnus!
Yep, that was revealing in a good way. I have a similar body type, and need to take care like Adam. Yet it shows, what is still possible with those limitations.
@@samplename8721 Comp bouldering is very far removed from "real"/outdoor bouldering. It has gotten progressively more jumpy and parkour-esque in the past years, which puts a higher strain on joints and ligaments. Rarely do pro climbers say this so openly, though.
@@13Omega37 I guess quite a few of them have no problem. Depends on body type / genes. I guess explosive strong guys like Magnus are just ok with that style.
Been aware and casually following ondra for over a decade and this is a whole new side of him that's really interesting. Maybe it's a weird combination of tension/respect and a history of reconnecting with someone that was around when you guys were younger in competition. Really nice vibes.
i don’t climb, and i’ve never tried climbing outside being a kid messing around. this video run with adam had me enthralled and watched every second, just mezmerized! this sport is just so beastly. the skill and strength is unbelievable. and the folks are way way humble and lovely!
This was the most insightful interview of Adam I've ever seen. No journalist or professional interviewer came close to asking such on-point questions. Thanks very much and Bravo Magnus !
@@smuir6104 Someone who isn't that well known but is (arguably) literally the strongest climber is Yves Gravelle. He holds multiple records in grip strength and can do some absolutely insane stuff (1-6-10 on campus for instance).
@@hotpocketbitch yeah thats true. but not all of the climbers he mentions do that either... also its not necessarily only about finger strength. i wanna see someone outclimb jimmy webb on a compression boulder or daniel woods on a steep static/lock off boulder.. :D
As a 6a climber the context of Adam climbing with Magnus is fascinating. I've only seen someone do a 7c+ in person once where I could feel the holds myself to appreciate how insane that level really is. I feel like the Olympics needs content like this to help people at home comprehend the beauty of the sport. Until you have something to calibrate against, all grades above 7a seem equally impossible and it's hard to appreciate the absurdity of elite climbers.
Exactly! I always thought magnus boulder problems didnt look that difficult and I could possibly climb a 8a but holy shit - I tried climbing a 6c and it really destroyed my illusion.
I mean I think they get the drift... most people understand that if they try a marathon they aren't going to be going for 2 hour pace or do 100m in 10 seconds or less. Most people at home watching the olympics probably couldn't hang from a bar for a minute. Climbing is already growing as you can see with the inclusion into the olympics and that will be more than enough to get some kids/adults interested and they can find out for themselves. So unless the olympics added a section where they pick random person from the crowd for every event I don't see how it's applicable :D Would be fun though
I've seen climbing an 8c, it's hard af but the holds are still holds. 9a and above they don't actually seem like real holds and it's a mistery for me how people can climb those grades.
You are so right bro... For example i climbed one 8a and several 7cs but i cannot even imagine what a 9a looks and feels like... Not even close. That's why i admire those guys so much! True inspiration for everyone and if we can push ourselves just a little more because of them its always a gift... Doesn't matter if you climb 6a or 8b!
Probably one of the best climbing video ever made, especially the conversation about olympics & competing part. So interesting to learn so much about Adam, on subjects or aspect of subjects that mostly haven't been ask to him in others interviews. Thanks a lot Magnus for that !
I gotta admit, I felt so inspired watching you guys talk about your own limits. Even if you are amongts the best in the world, including you Magnus, you show so much humility and respect for yourself and the community. You dream big, work hard AF and consequenlty you're climbing crazy routes, but in the end you're still two down to earth guys like the rest of us. We know Adam as the "demon screamer", but he seems to be such an easy going guy 99% of the time. But when it's time to crush it, he's the man. Thank you guys 🖤
So I’m fairly new to the channel and you’re absolutely amazing. The content you give us isn’t just entertaining, it’s also inspirational. I’ve Only been climbing for 6 months. after every video I watch, I can’t stop thinking about the next time I’ll be on the wall at the gym to keep pushing myself to improve. watching Adam climb. Priceless. And seeing you try it as well. Thank you Magnus.
Best climbing video I have ever seen. Congrats man. You capture the essence of a good climbing session with a friend, hard climbing but also having a nice chat and a great time together.
This is exactly how my climbing buddies and I talk. I love this series so much. Both of you guys seems so human and likable, you just climb really hard!
I have to admit, I enjoyed both the humbleness of the video, while also the cinematography. These kind of interview - co-climbing videos suit you perfectly Magnus. Keep up!
One of the best climbing videos I have ever seen. It had EVERYTHING> Good climbing, legendary climbers, good soundtrack & filming, and most interesting of all was that I think you learned things about yourselves, well at least I know you did Magnus. And with your great interview style & question choices, you helped us learn a bunch of new stuff about Adam. And seeing/hearing Adam in a coaching perspective to help you get beta on that boulder, was so new for us to see him that way. This video is pure fantastic, one to watch again and again. Thank you for taking this on. I would have loved to have seen a few close ups of holds in last training boulder. I would REALLY like to see you two do this kind of thing again. But if not, you’ve got a classic film here, thank you, thank you!!
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Hi magnus. Iv been watching ur vids for a long time amazing to see how u chanel has grown! Btw there are bots comenting sexual stuff on your vids. Idk if u can do anything to stop it?
50 minutes of inspiration! Best climbing content since years. Magnus, you should expand on this format and go "casually" climb with some of the best of our time. Super interesting! I guess these guys respect you so much and just have an open, honest conversation. Congrats, one of your best videos from my pov!!! Ps. I have seen most of them ;-)
It's a total master class to see Ondra climb. I was most impressed on watching the repeaters of Svini mor (8B) at 45:50. The move before the final crossover is more refined: the first time he rear flags, the second time he switches feet (to prevent barn dooring), and the third time he bumps his right hand before the crossover. Amazing.
I think this series with Adam are the best videos I've ever seen on your channel. I love seeing you do hard climbing with a pro, and the conversations were super interesting too. It would be amazing to see some videos with other top climbers in the same vein as these ones. Maybe you could collaborate with Megos, Schubert, some of those guys? Your channel is so successful and high quality that I bet there'd be a lot of top climbers who would be up for it!
Adam is so willing to share his love of climbing, it is great to see. Hope his channel gets a boost from the collaboration with Magnus. Still think Magnus is really brilliant RUclipsr.
Amazing , eye-opening video. I've never watched much of Adam but he comes off extremely down to earth and humble. Seeing him outside a competitive environment and reflecting on his Olympic experience really humanized him. Definitely one of my favorite climbers now!
He is using the "Bowline knot", that's why it looks so wild :D. With figure eight, you won't make it look that cool even if you try. Bowline knot is common for climbing on the Czech sandstone.
@@nosho409 In Adam's case I would say it's just the matter of habbit. As far as I know, the consensus is that the safest knot for climbing is the figure eight. However Bowline knot is well known for not tightening as much under big pressure (fall) and therefore being easier to untie after you finished your climb.
You can also do this know one-handed and around waist. This was used in trad climbing back when no carabiners where present and you untied to pass through a security point. Adam added a safety knot so there is no real safety issue compared to 8.
This is such an insight into top-level climbing and into Adam Ondra as well. It's cool to see that in climbing, even going climbing with arguably the best climber in the world, it still seems like two friends going camping together and just climbing a bit on the side, having fun. I love the sport, but I love the mentality of the climbers even more.
Adam is amazing. Such a humble and down to earth dude. Watching two great climbers just chill out makes me love climbing even more. Kudos to making this
enjoying everything about this whole series with Ondra, the banter, the learning, the jokes. His level of objectivity and self awareness is astounding.. though it surprised & concerned me to find out that modern bouldering was harming his body long term... and yet he is choosing to compete for the sake of Olympics.
Absolutely loved this one!!! One of your best videos in my opinion, You show Adam and yourself in a very genuine human way! I very much like your easy going style in asking some tough and personal questions.
Can't tell you the last time I made it through a 50 minute video without skipping around. Fascinating mix of interview, discussion, climbing banter (sandbagging, moves, styles), and climbing in a unique spot. Adam's responses are often so candid it's nearly unsettling. Magnus does a good job leading discussions and mixing in humor and good questions. And, yes, I fall under the "hardcore climber" category that subbed a really long time ago so it's great to see this collaboration come to fruition.
While admittedly out of shape at 42 and heavier than I should be for climbing at 185 I recently started at an indoor gym thanks to the amazing docs (Meru, Dawn Wall, Free Solo) and of course this channel. What I think is lost to people watching at times is how incredibly strong every muscle is on a great climber like these two. Ridiculous strength.
I found your channel by chance. To me (I never climbed at all) It's both impressive and inspiring to see you climb and talk about it so calmly. In this video I only miss a perspective that shows the whole wall while you're already half way up or higher; it would give us a better impression of how high the wall actually is. Keep up the good work!
I have to say, this is probably the best climbing video I've ever seen on RUclips. It felt like a day of the crag that any average climber could relate to, combined with really honest, in-depth conversation about the current state of climbing at the highest level. Amazing video, Magnus!
Best video I have seen on this channel by far! The conversations are so interesting and the climbing is amazing. Also great to see you two on somthing 'easy' in the beginning.
Magnus you showed us Adam Ondra that we have never seen in videos from his channel, I think you have a gift of asking the "right" questions and questions that we all would like to ask, being yourself a climbing addict you are a great partner for Adam in climbing or conversation. My thoughts after watching this video are that I would like to hear you as a commentator for climbing events such as world cup ! keep up the good work !
I love listening to both of your perspectives on hard routes . It makes me feel good that encouraging people to be their best and loving the art is more important than one’s ego . I enjoy everything you put out there keep it up
This is probably my 3rd or 4th time watching this video! Amazing balance between fun and cheerful conversation, powerful climbing, and serious questions!
While the hardcore climbing was nice, what really made this video great for me was you two talking about climbing. You should start doing podcasts with climbers as guests like once a month.
Magnus these vids are absolute gold! Love the curious questions between the climbs, not to mention the general dynamic between you and Ondra. Thanks so much for these, and congrats on the 1 mil!
Magnus is a such a brilliant interviewer. Very intelligent, good listener, soft spoken, extremely attentive and abel to tune with his subject... I couldn't imagine anyone better. So many climbers opened up and their personality shined when Magnus interviewed them. Thank you for another wonderful video.
We would LOVE if you did a video on speed climbing with Adam! PS: thank you for your continued dedication to the furtherance of climbing! Sending love from Texas.
Fascinating insight. Great journalism as well. You asked him some interesting questions and he answered them in ways that were revealing. Probably the best documentary on Adam that has been made so far.
It actually makes me mad that so many people watch this but they can't even take the time to press the like button. Magnus is such a nice person and makes amazing+educational content.
This is definitely my favorite video you have put up. You asked all the questions I would have asked if I had the opportunity to climb with Ondra. Love it
My thoughts: "Honey, why are you watching this video again?" "It is about climbing!" "But you don't climb!" "No no, Magnus was just saying that I am a hardcore climber! :D"
I don’t climb either, bad joints now. I wanna get some surgery and someday take this up. But that’s just a dream. Something about this seems like I would have loved it.
One of the best Videos you ever made. Back to the roots. I'd love it, if you make more of this Style of Videos with all of the best Climbers in the World.
The quality of these videos so far is really beyond incredible The filming, audio, transitions, content, cut, just everything is on point! Also the interview like parts are the best I've ever seen, you really ask the right, most interesting stuff I really got an amazing insight in the mind of the best and what it means to be a climber at heart! So much respect Magnus! Awesome content!
Incredible. I didn't check the length of the video and I just stared watching it. At 22 minutes I had to pause and I was annoyed that I had to do it right after 5 minutes into the video. Then I realised it was actually 22, crazy. It shows how enjoyable this video is, amazing work Magnus!
One of the best videos your team has produced. At 35:17 Adam makes an interesting point about modern bouldering and the affect on his physicality. I wonder how many people are realising that bouldering is becoming much more physical and possibly damaging, than climbing harder sport / trad routes?
Perhaps the best climbing video I've watched, ever. Excellently edited, and somehow managing to seamlessly intersperse detailed+interesting climbing sections with the by far best Ondra interview I've ever seen. Just.. massive. Was a joy to watch you both, many thanks!
Waiting on the comments on how Adam belayed in this video.. I won't judge anyone in this video for anything they do when they are by themselves, but showing it to such a great audience always introduces some amount of responsibility for what's shown. And for all other "worldly" climbers, it is dangerous to get used to "improper" belaying technique.
I love the balance of competition and support in climbing. Everyone wants to outclimb eachother, but they also want people to catch up it seems. Great stuff! Also, wonderful production in this video!
Such a great video. I loved watching all of Adam’s Road to Tokyo videos but felt like post olympics I was missing his true feelings after the fact. Idk if he posted on other sites about his thoughts because I only check RUclips but it was great to finally hear his thoughts on the olympics, the effects of modern bouldering/comps on his body and the limitations he feels. Definitely one of my favorite climbing vids on the site, really appreciate all of the effort
Props to Adam for his honesty here in the interview. I really hope he makes the next Olympics. Real shot of a medal without speed climb being involved.
I so much love the variety of climbing content on this Channel! From ninja wartiors to hard core projecting of a 9a with Adam Ondra. So awesome to watch, especially because they really seem to have a good time doing it! Been watching this channel for almost 7 years now and I still really like the vibe!
I remember way back in a Q/A you said that you weren't planning on asking someone like Ondra or Megos for a collab because you felt you would bother them, that an ex-pro climber turned youtuber wouldn't be worthy of their time. I'm glad things changed because this content is solid gold Magnus, keep it up !
Also seems like Ondra is enjoying it as well rather than being bothered. I think based on his comment about speed climbing he paid attention to Magnus back in the competition days and his strengths/weaknesses. So in a way I think Adam is getting to relax and just hang out with another pro climber rather than feeling like he's just being interviewed by a journalist or something.
It was in that video that Ondra himself replied and said sure let's make it happen! Kind of epic that Ondra was watching your videos... Not that he wouldn't just saying it has got to feel pretty good.
Would be amazing if Magnus can keep doing collabs with these superstars every 6 months - 1 year. I'd love to see a series of interviews + climbing vids where the famous climbers are in their "natural elements" instead of talk show studios.
He’s setting himself up nicely for it ! My wish is collab with Janja Garnbret at 1,5 million suscribers
@@buckhum55 Totally agree. He would do such a good job, since he knows what it is like first hand.
Holy shit Magnus isn't joking with his 1 million specials. First of all he gets ONDRA on the channel, then he doesn't just make one video but four, AND one of the videos is 50 minutes long??! Amazing stuff, Magnus, so glad you're putting in the work to make these videos :)
And not only that, but the chemistry between these two is amazing!
@@sycc66 Absolutely, Adam seems really relaxed and Magnus asks great questions
IIRC Adam reached out to Magnus on RUclips and offered a collab. It also could help Adam's YT channel to expand.
Wait is there another one coming or are you counting the first teaser one? Hope we get more of these!
@@jean-yvesyang5827 I'm pretty sure he said he'd make four! And a couple vids for Adam's channel too :)
I've never seen someone deliver this much for a 1 million celebration. Really incredible work Magnus
True
Yes. Magnus is class.
It should be the standard honestly. 1mil is a huge achievement and cause for celebration! That’s a lot of loyal fans. Thank you, Magnus!
Agreed
For real, this series of videos alone deserves another million subscriptions hahaha high quality shit
This was really special Magnus. I can see how much you'd prepared for the social dynamic between you two. You knew what kind of conversations you wanted to have and how to arrive at them naturally. I think your interview skills improved quite a lot in the last years. Very impressed.
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Or they just have a natural chemnistry, sharing a passion and quite a few memories. To me he just felt genuinely interested in Adam.
@@janmeyer272 just because he prepared for the interview he wasn’t genuinely interested in him? weird
@@jacklavach3729 I think you misunderstood my statement
I've been hiking and climbing my whole life but more as just part of living I died a little when I had to be in a wheelchair and ultimately had a below knee amputation recently I have been really depressed waiting to heal and waiting for prosthetic not to mention the pain and physical effort, and then I watched your video and in this video you say if you are watching this video than you are a real climber! It really made me feel better and if you and guys are out there trying your problems over and over until you get it right gives me the feeling that I can't I won't give up. Thank You Magnus you may never know how you truly saved me.
Now you can campus easier
tbh i wouldnt doubt they have a prostetic that you can climb with. of course it will be a lot harder but then again its just another challenge
Hey man just an fyi, there’s a few climbers at my gym who have a prosthetic leg. I’m sure it is doable but the hardest part is the first step. I believe in you!!! Hi hope you keep adventuring :)
Stay strong! I found when they said in the video that they just have to want it quite inspiring.
Look up craig demartino! I am a double below the knee amputee and go hiking all the time, I plan on starting to climb very soon.
Man I love Adam. Such a good guy with so little ego involved. Love how he giggles at everything possible. He seems genuinely happy.
@juliafernandez @sassa mitrallala how you're not interested in this offer??
You don't need an ego when you've always been good at everything
@@givemetruth4988 I don't think he has always been good at everything.. Nobody has ever been good at everything.
@@givemetruth4988 it goes the opposite way, no ego will make u good at everything because u will never tell yourself that u are good enough
He has ego. He refused the top rope 😂7:24
You get the perspective of Adam's backyard climbing first hand, if this is not inspiring I don't know what is!!!!!
Such insightful questions and discussion, you don't get this with interviewers that are none climbers.
- Amazing job guys!
if you want to check out some more climbing content I just posted a new video and would love to hear what you think.
You look just like two children playing together. It looks like you really enjoyed the time together, that's so nice to watch
"I like climbing, I don't like clipping" man I just love that mindset. No ego, no thinking he is better than anyone, just a pure love of the sport.
Okay so I gotta say at the outset I am 73 years old and in relatively decent condition and I thoroughly enjoy watching Magnus when he climbs with someone who is as good or better than he is!! I just started watching Magnus within the last several months. I continue coming back to his videos because it is so enjoyable to watch him compete with other people and how difficult what he does truly is!! I think it's brilliant Adam acknowledges his strengths and weaknesses as well as saying yes they're more than likely will be a 10a or 10b in his lifetime!! And as others mentioned it is a thrill to watch a master work at their craft!!
That limestone is just about as polished as this channel. Awesome series, Magnus.
Slick
smooth!
Literally the sweetest comment ever 🍪🍫
if you want to check out some more climbing content I just posted a new video and would love to hear what you think.
I don't care if it's climbing or basket weaving, watching a generational master do their thing with such aplomb is an absolute privilege. Thank you for this.
master? xd he cant even climb that outside rock climbing. he fails all the time. and that blue jump? he didnt even make it... hes washed up
@@scoper7897 even pro's can fail once in a while, can you do it better ? XD
@@scoper7897 u realise adam is a master at specifically rock climbing which he has dedicated almost his whole life to. Ofc he is not gunna be as good as other things even if they are in a sort of similiar field like bouldering. Yes the skills can transfer but to adam the feel of those artificial boulders compared to natural rock will affect him more than u think
@@Harutjun easily
@@pettanshrimpnazunasapostle1992 yeah because he's washed up boomer. Way out of his prime. I would beat those challenges with one hand that he failed
I clicked on the notification expecting a 20 minute video. 50 freaking minutes?! Magnus is treating us RIGHT with this video! Appreciate the great work Magnus!
Are you joking, yes mate👏🥶
Two deeply matured fascinating personalities with obvioulsy fullfilled lifes together. What a great experience. Thanks.
You asked Adam the perfect questions, stuff I’ve always wondered. And it seemed more like just hanging out rather than an interview. Add that to the hard climbing, and this is one of my favorite videos you’ve done
I agree
Adam: *says anything*
Magnus: yeah
because it all made sense
"I like climbing, I don't like clipping."
i will use that from now on :')
That's why I mostly do bouldering
Speaking of that, what type of knot trying is going on about 7:51
@@CrankyLawyer It's a bowline with a stopper. It's not self-tightening, so it can come undone if tied wrong, but it's much easier to undo after being weighted than a figure-eight.
@@TrackpadProductions oh cool! I should learn that for the first time outside.
These videos with Adam show how much you can do for the popularisation and development of climbing. Together they are probably the best content about climbing, combining historical review, entertainment, exercises guide, interview with great, cheerful man, showing the climbing life from all spots of view. Please do not stop in your beginnings and do not restrict yourself with familiar topics! Thank you for your work!
I am a pianist studying difficult Etudes and there are similarities in succeeding in finding a technical way to overcome difficulties with fingers, wrist, elbow and shoulder. I really enjoyed the sincere camaraderie between these two climbers, they show us a good example how people should be with each other.
I have so much more respect for both of them that they're able to collaborate and exchange. So much respect for both. They're both excellent coaches of each other that really caught my respect to the roof.
I appreciate this video a lot. It's nice seeing a video where it seems like Adam is talking to a friend about climbing and just having fun. Makes him more relatable. I think you guys should do some more in the future. Thanks for this.
100% agree, I really didn't like ondra until these videos and now I think he seems like a really nice dude hahah
First I thought, wow, 50 min video, that could be quite boring, but in the end it was one of the most interesting climbing videos I've ever seen! It's so much better, if a experienced pro climber is interviewing another climber than just some "regular" commentator. Congrats, Magnus, great video! And also you're really getting humble in your old days... ;)
I didnt even notice it was 50 minutes until I read some comments about it...
beautiful work Magnus
I was like, ok, this is going to take long. However, it turns out to be one of my favorite climbing video ever.
Hearing Adam Ondra talk about how modern bouldering is bad for his body and he wouldn't compete if it wasn't for the Olympics was...revelatory. This is an incredible video with enlightening conversation and intense climbing! Really great stuff. Thank you, Magnus!
Yep, that was revealing in a good way. I have a similar body type, and need to take care like Adam. Yet it shows, what is still possible with those limitations.
I‘ve always thought this. Just the jumping down from the top alone must be damaging.
Very new to climbing, why was this revelatory? What about it is bad?
@@samplename8721 Comp bouldering is very far removed from "real"/outdoor bouldering. It has gotten progressively more jumpy and parkour-esque in the past years, which puts a higher strain on joints and ligaments.
Rarely do pro climbers say this so openly, though.
@@13Omega37 I guess quite a few of them have no problem. Depends on body type / genes. I guess explosive strong guys like Magnus are just ok with that style.
Been aware and casually following ondra for over a decade and this is a whole new side of him that's really interesting. Maybe it's a weird combination of tension/respect and a history of reconnecting with someone that was around when you guys were younger in competition. Really nice vibes.
i don’t climb, and i’ve never tried climbing outside being a kid messing around. this video run with adam had me enthralled and watched every second, just mezmerized! this sport is just so beastly. the skill and strength is unbelievable. and the folks are way way humble and lovely!
This was the most insightful interview of Adam I've ever seen. No journalist or professional interviewer came close to asking such on-point questions. Thanks very much and Bravo Magnus !
For anyone wondering, the name that Ondra highlighted as the physically strongest climber at the moment, is Ogata Yoshiyuki.
And Megos and the others. honestly how do you really separate them. they can crush rock into diamonds
@@smuir6104 Someone who isn't that well known but is (arguably) literally the strongest climber is Yves Gravelle. He holds multiple records in grip strength and can do some absolutely insane stuff (1-6-10 on campus for instance).
Interesting that he didn't mention even a single climber of the mellow crew...
@@h.d.l. I mean, none of the mellow crew uploads videos on finger strength benchmarks like the people he mentioned
@@hotpocketbitch yeah thats true. but not all of the climbers he mentions do that either... also its not necessarily only about finger strength. i wanna see someone outclimb jimmy webb on a compression boulder or daniel woods on a steep static/lock off boulder.. :D
As a 6a climber the context of Adam climbing with Magnus is fascinating. I've only seen someone do a 7c+ in person once where I could feel the holds myself to appreciate how insane that level really is. I feel like the Olympics needs content like this to help people at home comprehend the beauty of the sport. Until you have something to calibrate against, all grades above 7a seem equally impossible and it's hard to appreciate the absurdity of elite climbers.
Exactly! I always thought magnus boulder problems didnt look that difficult and I could possibly climb a 8a but holy shit - I tried climbing a 6c and it really destroyed my illusion.
I mean I think they get the drift... most people understand that if they try a marathon they aren't going to be going for 2 hour pace or do 100m in 10 seconds or less. Most people at home watching the olympics probably couldn't hang from a bar for a minute. Climbing is already growing as you can see with the inclusion into the olympics and that will be more than enough to get some kids/adults interested and they can find out for themselves. So unless the olympics added a section where they pick random person from the crowd for every event I don't see how it's applicable :D Would be fun though
I've seen climbing an 8c, it's hard af but the holds are still holds. 9a and above they don't actually seem like real holds and it's a mistery for me how people can climb those grades.
You are so right bro... For example i climbed one 8a and several 7cs but i cannot even imagine what a 9a looks and feels like... Not even close. That's why i admire those guys so much! True inspiration for everyone and if we can push ourselves just a little more because of them its always a gift... Doesn't matter if you climb 6a or 8b!
The way Adam ties himself in so effortless while keeping eye contact at 7:49 somehow just amazes me^^ its nothing special but still
Probably one of the best climbing video ever made, especially the conversation about olympics & competing part. So interesting to learn so much about Adam, on subjects or aspect of subjects that mostly haven't been ask to him in others interviews. Thanks a lot Magnus for that !
He said "Are you pretending it's hard" haha. Love the content! Started climbing about 6 weeks ago and you guys are big motivators for me!
Still climbing today?
You can feel how good of a man ondra is . He delivers such a peaceful energy, such humble as well . Amazing
Love this man to
There's a reason he's the Sharma of our generation. Absurdly skilled but not cocky. Overall just a pleasant disposition.
I gotta admit, I felt so inspired watching you guys talk about your own limits. Even if you are amongts the best in the world, including you Magnus, you show so much humility and respect for yourself and the community. You dream big, work hard AF and consequenlty you're climbing crazy routes, but in the end you're still two down to earth guys like the rest of us.
We know Adam as the "demon screamer", but he seems to be such an easy going guy 99% of the time. But when it's time to crush it, he's the man.
Thank you guys 🖤
PLEASE make more videos together in the future! What a beautiful dynamic you both make. These have been my absolute favourite videos from both
So I’m fairly new to the channel and you’re absolutely amazing. The content you give us isn’t just entertaining, it’s also inspirational. I’ve Only been climbing for 6 months. after every video I watch, I can’t stop thinking about the next time I’ll be on the wall at the gym to keep pushing myself to improve. watching Adam climb. Priceless. And seeing you try it as well. Thank you Magnus.
I'm so proud of myself! Magnus told me im a hardcore climber, because I really enjoyed this video!
In normal conversations Magnus always thinks about new ideas 😅🔥
I enjoyed video! Am I hardcore v3 climber?!😂
I can feel you. V3 hardcore climber as well.
Legendary!
Also in that club 😆👊
Anton u are a hardcore v3 climber but I see potential for a v17 climb sometime in your future for sure;) @antonfomenko
Anton when can expect a reunion between you and Magnus?
Best climbing video I have ever seen. Congrats man. You capture the essence of a good climbing session with a friend, hard climbing but also having a nice chat and a great time together.
Really was an exceptional video!
if you want to check out some more climbing content I just posted a new video and would love to hear what you think.
This is exactly how my climbing buddies and I talk. I love this series so much. Both of you guys seems so human and likable, you just climb really hard!
I love watching Adam's face when he's watching other people climb. He's just so in love with the sport. It's pretty cool to watch!
5:09
Me: "Gandalf casting a spell of protection on the mountain for Adam and Magnus"
Adam: "Some drunk guy in the background :-D"
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Loool
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It’s more like Adam showing you how NOT to belay
I have to admit, I enjoyed both the humbleness of the video, while also the cinematography. These kind of interview - co-climbing videos suit you perfectly Magnus. Keep up!
if you want to check out some more climbing content I just posted a new video and would love to hear what you think.
Adam has to be one of the nicest #1's in sports in the world. Such a genuine and down to earth dude.
This series with Adam is just incredible. Some of the best climbing content I've ever seen. Love the good and friendly vibes
One of the best climbing videos I have ever seen. It had EVERYTHING> Good climbing, legendary climbers, good soundtrack & filming, and most interesting of all was that I think you learned things about yourselves, well at least I know you did Magnus. And with your great interview style & question choices, you helped us learn a bunch of new stuff about Adam. And seeing/hearing Adam in a coaching perspective to help you get beta on that boulder, was so new for us to see him that way. This video is pure fantastic, one to watch again and again. Thank you for taking this on. I would have loved to have seen a few close ups of holds in last training boulder. I would REALLY like to see you two do this kind of thing again. But if not, you’ve got a classic film here, thank you, thank you!!
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Hope you like this marathon of a video!
nice new stuff, but no hoody anymore :( any chance I can get a rungne hoody?
Hi magnus.
Iv been watching ur vids for a long time amazing to see how u chanel has grown!
Btw there are bots comenting sexual stuff on your vids.
Idk if u can do anything to stop it?
I second the hoody requests. Especially for winter bouldering season here in the UK
Another great video as always
Can't believe that was an hour. It went by so fast
50 minutes of inspiration! Best climbing content since years. Magnus, you should expand on this format and go "casually" climb with some of the best of our time. Super interesting! I guess these guys respect you so much and just have an open, honest conversation. Congrats, one of your best videos from my pov!!! Ps. I have seen most of them ;-)
Totally agree!
Definitely, great idea.
Great idea
This would be the best!!
Wow. That's the most "non interview like" interview i've ever seen. So good to see you two in such an easy mood, climbing and having fun.
Great Video
Adam is a special, special kind of athlete and person. Seems like such a cool, humble, down to earth guy who is supremely gifted. God bless!
It's a total master class to see Ondra climb. I was most impressed on watching the repeaters of Svini mor (8B) at 45:50. The move before the final crossover is more refined: the first time he rear flags, the second time he switches feet (to prevent barn dooring), and the third time he bumps his right hand before the crossover. Amazing.
I think this series with Adam are the best videos I've ever seen on your channel. I love seeing you do hard climbing with a pro, and the conversations were super interesting too. It would be amazing to see some videos with other top climbers in the same vein as these ones. Maybe you could collaborate with Megos, Schubert, some of those guys? Your channel is so successful and high quality that I bet there'd be a lot of top climbers who would be up for it!
Adam is so willing to share his love of climbing, it is great to see. Hope his channel gets a boost from the collaboration with Magnus. Still think Magnus is really brilliant RUclipsr.
I love all your videos but the outdoor climbing ones have to be my favorite! Congrats on 1M!
Adam Ondra is so chill! He just doesn’t seem concerned with what other people think. I think that’s an admirable trait. What a guy
Amazing , eye-opening video. I've never watched much of Adam but he comes off extremely down to earth and humble. Seeing him outside a competitive environment and reflecting on his Olympic experience really humanized him. Definitely one of my favorite climbers now!
I must say, I was hyped as hell watching Ondra ascend that 9a project. Love the video Magnus!
watching adam tie his knot at 7:52 was wild. I guess he's climbed once or twice
Lowkey flex
He is using the "Bowline knot", that's why it looks so wild :D. With figure eight, you won't make it look that cool even if you try. Bowline knot is common for climbing on the Czech sandstone.
@@pavelbelik6174 What's the advantage of the bowline in this case? Cheers
@@nosho409 In Adam's case I would say it's just the matter of habbit. As far as I know, the consensus is that the safest knot for climbing is the figure eight. However Bowline knot is well known for not tightening as much under big pressure (fall) and therefore being easier to untie after you finished your climb.
You can also do this know one-handed and around waist. This was used in trad climbing back when no carabiners where present and you untied to pass through a security point. Adam added a safety knot so there is no real safety issue compared to 8.
This is such an insight into top-level climbing and into Adam Ondra as well.
It's cool to see that in climbing, even going climbing with arguably the best climber in the world, it still seems like two friends going camping together and just climbing a bit on the side, having fun.
I love the sport, but I love the mentality of the climbers even more.
Adam is such an inspirational and humble man. This video felt like it was a documentary !
Adam is amazing. Such a humble and down to earth dude. Watching two great climbers just chill out makes me love climbing even more. Kudos to making this
Yea, but he is a very very bad belayer 😮 the way he take the Grigri is horrible
enjoying everything about this whole series with Ondra, the banter, the learning, the jokes. His level of objectivity and self awareness is astounding.. though it surprised & concerned me to find out that modern bouldering was harming his body long term... and yet he is choosing to compete for the sake of Olympics.
Absolutely loved this one!!! One of your best videos in my opinion, You show Adam and yourself in a very genuine human way! I very much like your easy going style in asking some tough and personal questions.
Can't tell you the last time I made it through a 50 minute video without skipping around. Fascinating mix of interview, discussion, climbing banter (sandbagging, moves, styles), and climbing in a unique spot. Adam's responses are often so candid it's nearly unsettling. Magnus does a good job leading discussions and mixing in humor and good questions. And, yes, I fall under the "hardcore climber" category that subbed a really long time ago so it's great to see this collaboration come to fruition.
While admittedly out of shape at 42 and heavier than I should be for climbing at 185 I recently started at an indoor gym thanks to the amazing docs (Meru, Dawn Wall, Free Solo) and of course this channel.
What I think is lost to people watching at times is how incredibly strong every muscle is on a great climber like these two. Ridiculous strength.
Still climbing? If so, how’s it going?
I found your channel by chance. To me (I never climbed at all) It's both impressive and inspiring to see you climb and talk about it so calmly. In this video I only miss a perspective that shows the whole wall while you're already half way up or higher; it would give us a better impression of how high the wall actually is. Keep up the good work!
I have to say, this is probably the best climbing video I've ever seen on RUclips. It felt like a day of the crag that any average climber could relate to, combined with really honest, in-depth conversation about the current state of climbing at the highest level. Amazing video, Magnus!
Best video I have seen on this channel by far! The conversations are so interesting and the climbing is amazing. Also great to see you two on somthing 'easy' in the beginning.
Magnus you showed us Adam Ondra that we have never seen in videos from his channel, I think you have a gift of asking the "right" questions and questions that we all would like to ask, being yourself a climbing addict you are a great partner for Adam in climbing or conversation. My thoughts after watching this video are that I would like to hear you as a commentator for climbing events such as world cup ! keep up the good work !
I love listening to both of your perspectives on hard routes . It makes me feel good that encouraging people to be their best and loving the art is more important than one’s ego . I enjoy everything you put out there keep it up
This is probably my 3rd or 4th time watching this video! Amazing balance between fun and cheerful conversation, powerful climbing, and serious questions!
While the hardcore climbing was nice, what really made this video great for me was you two talking about climbing. You should start doing podcasts with climbers as guests like once a month.
I feel this worked so good because they did it while climbing. Having the same discussion online would not make the climbers open up.
Magnus these vids are absolute gold!
Love the curious questions between the climbs, not to mention the general dynamic between you and Ondra.
Thanks so much for these, and congrats on the 1 mil!
I rarely comment, but this video was so damn good. 49 minutes felt like 15! You both harmonize so well together, cannot wait for the other videos.
Magnus is a such a brilliant interviewer. Very intelligent, good listener, soft spoken, extremely attentive and abel to tune with his subject... I couldn't imagine anyone better. So many climbers opened up and their personality shined when Magnus interviewed them. Thank you for another wonderful video.
We would LOVE if you did a video on speed climbing with Adam!
PS: thank you for your continued dedication to the furtherance of climbing! Sending love from Texas.
It’s like master-class in the human activity called “climbing “- exploring all the right topics. And , yet so casual and grounded. Loved it.
I don't think Adam has opened up this much in any other media I've seen him in. Honestly really good stuff!
Fascinating insight. Great journalism as well. You asked him some interesting questions and he answered them in ways that were revealing. Probably the best documentary on Adam that has been made so far.
It actually makes me mad that so many people watch this but they can't even take the time to press the like button. Magnus is such a nice person and makes amazing+educational content.
This is definitely my favorite video you have put up. You asked all the questions I would have asked if I had the opportunity to climb with Ondra. Love it
My thoughts: "Honey, why are you watching this video again?"
"It is about climbing!"
"But you don't climb!"
"No no, Magnus was just saying that I am a hardcore climber! :D"
Perfect representation 👌
@@juancristi376 thanks :))
If you don't then you need to start now ! :)
I don’t climb either, bad joints now. I wanna get some surgery and someday take this up. But that’s just a dream. Something about this seems like I would have loved it.
😅 Yeah he DID say that! #provemewrong #hardcoreclimber #😎
I could watch videos like this all freaking day, thank you so much for posting these Magnus. Keep it up!!
Absolutely blood loved this...a lot!!!!! So good to see the banter between the 2 of you,.... definitely one of your best videos Magnus!!
I like how humble yet honest he is a bout his superiority, really nice in depth video
Some of the best interviewing I have ever seen with Adam. Great work Magnus congrats, loved watching you two hanging out and talking about climbing
One of the best Videos you ever made. Back to the roots. I'd love it, if you make more of this Style of Videos with all of the best Climbers in the World.
The quality of these videos so far is really beyond incredible
The filming, audio, transitions, content, cut, just everything is on point!
Also the interview like parts are the best I've ever seen, you really ask the right, most interesting stuff
I really got an amazing insight in the mind of the best and what it means to be a climber at heart!
So much respect Magnus!
Awesome content!
Incredible. I didn't check the length of the video and I just stared watching it. At 22 minutes I had to pause and I was annoyed that I had to do it right after 5 minutes into the video. Then I realised it was actually 22, crazy. It shows how enjoyable this video is, amazing work Magnus!
One of the best videos your team has produced. At 35:17 Adam makes an interesting point about modern bouldering and the affect on his physicality. I wonder how many people are realising that bouldering is becoming much more physical and possibly damaging, than climbing harder sport / trad routes?
I will get there one day Magnus thanks for the support my brother
Perhaps the best climbing video I've watched, ever. Excellently edited, and somehow managing to seamlessly intersperse detailed+interesting climbing sections with the by far best Ondra interview I've ever seen. Just.. massive. Was a joy to watch you both, many thanks!
Waiting on the comments on how Adam belayed in this video..
I won't judge anyone in this video for anything they do when they are by themselves, but showing it to such a great audience always introduces some amount of responsibility for what's shown. And for all other "worldly" climbers, it is dangerous to get used to "improper" belaying technique.
Watch hard is easy’s video to see why this is dangerous for all belaying no matter the experience level
Probably my favourite video so far. So many insights, thank you!
Easily the best interview I’ve seen with Adam. Thanks
I love the balance of competition and support in climbing. Everyone wants to outclimb eachother, but they also want people to catch up it seems. Great stuff! Also, wonderful production in this video!
similar to surfing in that way
Such a great video. I loved watching all of Adam’s Road to Tokyo videos but felt like post olympics I was missing his true feelings after the fact. Idk if he posted on other sites about his thoughts because I only check RUclips but it was great to finally hear his thoughts on the olympics, the effects of modern bouldering/comps on his body and the limitations he feels. Definitely one of my favorite climbing vids on the site, really appreciate all of the effort
Both these guys seem really chill. Makes me wish I was a skilled climber and could hang with them
Hope there will be more stuff with Adam next year, you complement each other perfeclty.
Props to Adam for his honesty here in the interview. I really hope he makes the next Olympics. Real shot of a medal without speed climb being involved.
I so much love the variety of climbing content on this Channel! From ninja wartiors to hard core projecting of a 9a with Adam Ondra. So awesome to watch, especially because they really seem to have a good time doing it!
Been watching this channel for almost 7 years now and I still really like the vibe!
Magnus fanboying so hard. It's super cute :D