The narrow space between 'almost' and success

[@MrXtr3m3ly]

This is as close to perfect climbing video for me as it comes. Some backstory behind the FA, great line and great moves, beta development through trial and error and finally the send. And the send climb, my god. The ambiance, utter silence beyond Dave crimping the the hell out of those holds and feet moving from place to another. Also Dave explaining his thought process, circumstances and all of that is just great. Makes me want to buy a pair of pads (I already have two) to get that independence to go find myself some great projects.! Love the video Dave! All the love from Finland, your videos are top-notch!

[@sibrilliant]

For sure seeing failed attempts puts into good perspective how difficult a problem really is. When I watch just a short 1 minute FA of a v15 I’m less impressed than a 10 minute one about a v12 with backstory.

[@pdebra6542]

Great to see you back!

[@terraflow__bryanburdo4547]

Ah, the beauty and pain of the "project cycle". Embrace it and "just keep showing up". Sometimes success is a class that is graded mostly on attendance!

[@timignatov7394]

Youre so right it hurts haha

[@coltonschultz9037]

Crazy how easy that move looked when you actually sent it!

[@formfeelfn]

Love this. What a boulder and what a great example of boulder problem solving. You're an inspiration sir.

[@matthewlarson7207]

Seriously excited to see a new video from you! keep it up!

[@chillpurr275]

"Brilliant" ! Great effort Dave and thank you as always for the beautiful shots and professional editing! I don't think it's cheesy to not share everything. Everybody needs some privacy and time on their own. Good luck with the training, stay healthy.

[@kockarthur7976]

Wow this looks mega. I'd love to see the holds up close on this one.

[@dcopestake]

Amazing effort, congrats on the 8b Dave!

[@nbka8rs]

Always inspiring to see a climber use technique to compensate for "lack of strength." I put that in quotes because you're stronger than most, lol

[@Lhistoiresansfin-cg2iw]

Dave you are by far my favorite climber. An absolute legend, you inspire me and so many others. I wish you all the best, thanks for showing us what's possible through dedication and love of climbing :)

[@Boulderhighland]

Having tried this line I can vouch that the undercling is non existent

[@tiuclaudio]

Amazing "bouldery boulder" Dave! Good motivation showing us the process. Gotta open the Loch Ness Monster proj!

[@FraserCorrie]

One of your best videos yet Dave, love this!

[@vengal6251]

Great Boulder. A close up uff the undercling would be nice

[@tomtom4405]

Love videos like this, makes you feel so happy for the person when they finally crack it.

[@harleymechal]

The definition of having a good mindset! So cool to watch your beta adapt over time. Can't wait to see more

[@1stGruhn]

it amazes me how so often when you send a route it can look so easy... but thats just the deception of watching it... and thank you for showing the route to discovering the beta, finding the right beta is the what is often absent in videos.

[@jlsjls4210]

I salute you for both the send and the video. Both marvellous.

[@Bennici]

"Not that hard". Sure, for the handful of people in the world who can climb 8C+, it might go within a session, but you'd be hard-pressed to find someone who can flash this. 8B is freaking nails, and congratulations on the send!

[@matthewslavin]

It's always such a treat to see a new video from you. What a hero. Thanks for sharing with such honesty!

[@266dmartin]

Keep showing up. Words to live by. So good Dave, i knew you could send the boulder since the first video.

[@JasonOgasian]

Congrats on the send Dave. It's been really great seeing your progress and hearing your in-depth analysis of this boulder.

[@peterhone9763]

Great video. I ordered your books and they came in the mail today. Excited to get to reading it tomorrow! Thanks for the great content.

[@weekendbikingwarrior360]

Love this, actually clapped when you sent it, I've followed all the vids of this block, great stuff. I'll cheer when you send the the roof sit extension, and you look close!!

[@muscularibuprofen69]

love the commentray and thought process as always. thanks

[@SendStory]

I was heavily in the "almost" zone today, haha. This video made my day, really dug it (as always). Thanks Dave.

[@luketambakis4216]

Great video! The detail of your process is admirable

[@mcdoonaldsmanager8706]

Inspired for the weekend sesh now. Good job

[@joolsgrommers1466]

Great stuff! Good to have you back!

[@mrthirty1139]

Congrats Dave!

[@simonf2859]

Nice work Dave! Excited to see you get it with the roof start!

[@offchops4130]

Great stuff Dave! Can you please tell me what type of lights you use and or recommend? Cheers

[@BK-ff7ty]

Excellent Video. Congrats on your success 👏

[@graemem6234]

Great effort Dave! Look forward to see your progress in the Autumn! Inspiring!

[@sentfromdaniel]

Sick! Just started getting out again. Going top ropin. My friend said 5.6-5.8 grades. He makes them look easy and I been struggling to learn good technique and remember to use my feet and not just pull myself up the wall 😂 This was cool to see what dedication to anything can bring... Success! Thanks for sharin!

[@TheManCave563]

Good grind bro. Its a shame you don't see the same pain with the actual send as you do with the fails as you made it look so easy but we know it wasn't. Glad to see you wearing the skwarmas, my climbing has improved loads since getting them! I feel like I can trust them in any situation

[@collinrottinghaus6480]

Congratulations!

[@a.s.5001]

Thank you for the video :) I really missed this!

[@xxavior2012]

High quality as always! Cool line!

[@jonbrown314]

Best climbing narrator. Ever. Keep crushing.

[@matthewosborne4441]

Dave thank you for this amazing piece of film [and all the others]. Would you consider sharing a playlist of the music you use on your channel?

[@zanewinter5169]

Sick! What a great, pure boulder problem!

[@TheJustinConnor]

You’re the man, keep up the great work buddy

[@fernandosanz4422]

I´m glad to see you again!!!

[@ETCHDCLIMBING]

Always awesome!

[@EpifanoEntertainment]

Thank you Dave!

[@felixkat6676]

well done Dave! It was cool to see the Beta tweaks :)

[@michaellauer1661]

Thank you so much for sharing the process, it is so inspiring! And congrats on the ascent of course :)

[@robert.hucknall]

5:15 was that a pulley???

[@elfriederich]

Hey Dave what do you to avoid numb fingers when it's cold? Any tips or tricks?

[@oldi6btm6t9d4]

Great quality!

[@stephenlavin59]

Good hustle Dave 👍

[@YL_AmericadoSul]

Super nice, dude!

[@christiancorralb]

So inspiring!

[@fiendsfootage]

Great stuff.

[@parbat8126]

what grade you reckon those few extra moves can give ?

[@nimaiplouffe7121]

How to the solution comps compare to the older solutions?

[@diogoraimundo2174]

Inspiring indeed

[@jonathanschmidt1668]

welcome back

[@AaronEnyeart]

Just awesome

[@bryndavies4837]

so great

[@tenzinlee6393]

Hi Dave, I just had a random thought that made me think of you. (It's not really relevant to this particular video.) In the bodybuilding world, carbs help muscles look "fuller" and they also help you get a really "good pump". In rock climbing, full muscles would make you heavier because it's water weight and glycogen and a pump are pretty negative. Do you think these factors have been relevant to your success with the keto diet?

[@climbermacleod]

It's not the main effect, but yes it likely plays a role. When you already have a lot of leg muscle mass, keeping glycogen stores at the upper end of the range does add weight. In the past I used to do some running to 'dump' lower body glycogen.

[@ducko1988]

Scotland’s a gold mine, good find.

[@Mike-oz4cv]

Apparently the weather sucks.

[@ducko1988]

@@Mike-oz4cv that is correct, it’s in the Uk!

[@robthomas3316]

@@Mike-oz4cv No Not really

[@xjkdx]

did something break at 5:16?

[@EKdlwoasred]

Yes!

[@25nibo90]

amazing

[@TChenRock]

Dave, did you take any precautions to protect yourself from Nessy given your proximity to the loch? She may be a gentle creature but it can still be dangerous out there like that

[@thomasstegen3507]

If your purpose is to send, you will leave every session but the last dissappointed. If your purpose is to improve, then every session is meaningful.

[@ryanweeks287]

How did you get into bouldering solo? I want to but I am afraid of getting hurt and then being alone to deal with it.

[@Mike-oz4cv]

Just choose your boulders wisely, bring enough large crashpads and place them properly. Make sure you have a working cell phone and cell phone reception. I’ve honestly never seen much point in “spotting”. If you injure something (e.g. an ankle or knee) your buddies probably wouldn’t be able to help you and you’ll need an ambulance anyway. Take with a grain of salt, I’m a novice (6B) when it comes to outdoor bouldering.

[@Mike-oz4cv]

@@davidezottoli2070 I understand the idea, but I just don’t think it’s very reliable in practice. In my limited experience you’d need an extremely attentive and prepared spotter who’s standing in just the right place and ready to push with a considerable amount of force and speed. In many online videos you see spotters stumbling around, barely able to keep their own balance, much less re-direct a falling climber. It would be better if they instead paid more attention to the placement of pads and moved pads during the climb. I think wearing a helmet would be easier and much more reliable than spotting. For some reason it’s very unpopular among boulderers.

[@climbermacleod]

Bouldering is not very dangerous. I think if driving to the boulders on your own is not too scary, then bouldering on your own shouldn't be either. Driving is the more dangerous part. If you are worried about landings, just choose boulders which are not that high and take an extra pad. Just go for it. If you have fear, start easy. But start.

[@ryanweeks287]

@@climbermacleod This is good advice, thanks. I think it is also partly because of how little I am climbing outdoors these days too. Nearest climbing outdoors is 4 hours away and its hard to get down. Btw I love your channel. I particularly like the way you record your videos. The cinematography and editing is very impressive.

[@bartderooy6966]

Can't wait to see you send Sub Zero

[@andrewgilbertson5356]

Fab vid.

[@torgrimmy]

I liked the video before i saw it..😄🤩

[@Tomcoma2832]

0 down votes after one day of being up and 8k views. You don’t see that very often on KZbin. What a good community this channel is