Last Great Lines? | Bomba 9b & Bombardino 9a+/9b | Adam Ondra

A perfectly cut, steep and exposed line in the vicinity of Arco, with perfect blue and grey limestone and impeccable tufas, has attracted me since I first noticed it. In 2012, I could bolt the last great line to the right of the wall.
A series of 3 beautiful tufa features, with just enough holds in between them. But once the last tufa finishes, it remained a mystery. I bolted it, but I could not really think of any sequence to make that section climbable.
I abandoned the project, and 10 years later, I was back to see if something had changed. With a new perspective and experience, I could finally see a way how to pass through this section while I got also distracted by a bit easier variation, which turned out to be not easy at all.
Watch the story of Bomba 9b, and it's a slightly easier variation of Bombardino 9a+/ 9b in the new video! Featuring also Jakob Schubert, Pietro del Pra and Alfredo Webber. It was a great process of spending there great days with my friends, bolting together, being motivated to deal with often freezing conditions, and sharing the beta. Big thanks go to everybody who was part of the process!
What do you think of the new cinematic movie? Do you see any more lines in Hotel Olivo crag?
Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro
00:21 - 10 Years Ago? Impossible
00:30 - Hotel Olivo Crag (Bus de la Stria, Arco, Italy)
01:00 - Last Great Lines
01:27 - Alfredo Webber (Bolter od Bombardino, local climbing legend)
02:00 - Pietro Dal Pra (Adams long-time friend, multi-pitch climbing legend)
02:33 - Adam crafting beta of Bombardino 9a+/9b
03:20 - Modern Rock Climbing by Pietro pint of view
04:07 - Adam talks about the Rock and Beta
04:30 - Alfredo Webber talks about Adam and Bombardino
05:00 - Real Struggle
05:50 - Gabriela Vráblíková (Adam's Physiotherapist)
07:00 - That Could Have Been That Try!
08:21 - Pietro Talks about Arco and the Evolution of Rock Climbing
08:58 - Waiting for "The Strong Man"
10:25 - That Day
13:20 - Crux of Bombardino 9a+/9b
14:40 - Bombardino 9a+/B (FA by Adam Ondra, February 2022)
15:38 - Greeting with Iva
16:41 - Looking at Those Lines (Orange and Red Line)
17:20 - Meeting ‪@JakobSchubertClimbing‬ (friend, and ‪@mammut‬ colleague athlete)
18:00 - Crafting Beta of Bomba 9b
19:05 - Jakob Talking about the Route
20:09 - First Tries
21:14 - Adam Sends His Film Crew Home, but...
21:56 - The Crux of Bomba 9b
22:32 - First Ascent of Bomba 9b by Adam Ondra (Bolted 2021, FA February 2022)
23:00 - Outro
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Story by
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Directed & edited by
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[@GroovyCycleworks]

The pure joy when Adam completes the route…this is what drives the human spirit forward. Thanks for sharing!

[@Anudorini-Talah]

These screams of 100% willpower and joy are the spirit. I sound the same when i tend to push 100%

[@matthobby4523]

热死了哦啪啪啪。阿一起去呢就行4

[@pacovl46]

Thanks for spoiling it! 🤪

[@drcraby356]

"I thought it must be an 8c. Too easy, not worth it." This man lives on another plane of existance

[@easysteezy58]

Come on now

[@user-qn9ku2fl2b]

not worth bolting. He probably climbs more 8c's than anyone else, even now

[@Theantmang]

@@user-qn9ku2fl2b im pretty sure hes like the only person to consistently climb 8c's and higher lol guy is truly on a different level of consistency. Im not super knowledgeable but, I have seen alot of people comment the same about his record of higher difficulty climbs just far above anyone else. Not to say there are climbers just as skilled, or even stronger in other aspects, but just his training is above others i feel.. I think it plays to the part where he grew up the rock is slippery/smooth and he got used to hard climbing as a child , never left it. Its apart of him now

[@SammyMakepeace]

@@Theantmang Yeah pretty sure he's nearing close to like 100 climbs 9a or above or something, and the closest behind him is not that close xD

[@SammyMakepeace]

@@Theantmang Hahahah I just checked, apparently he has 127 9As ticked, never mind above! what an animal. 201 9a or above

[@GavynPendleton]

I love watching Adam climb outside rather than at the world cups. He’s just so much happier and more excited!

[@YaddleGaming]

same, although I really like a good mixture of both

[@Theantmang]

side note* i wish the olympics would do 3 seperate categories to show case the skills of climbers. Adam would probably have much more fun at the olypmics. But its true how happy and in his element he seems outside just so balanced mentally and joyous. Oh, how i strive to be like that with anything in my life,.

[@brandonfrancois9352]

How can you quantify how good of produciton this is? These climbing videos are so well edited, put together, executed. I know absolutely nothing about climbing but Iafter watching you for a month I have applied this kinda of ethic into other avenues in my life, instead of just giving up. When it was hardest this past couple weeks, I just kept going. Its unreal how much i appreciate your work

[@RaymondSequenza]

Looks like 9a+/9b, I would have to try the editing to be sure

[@danvilledan9443]

That crux section of Bombardino... He must have climbed 20 feet past his last bolt! Balls of steel to go for moves at the peak of your ability while you have a fall that huge awaiting you if you slip off!

[@bas5984]

Adam said in his fear of falling video he hates to fail the climb but loves the falling

[@liamwhite5529]

@@bas5984 i think this is a little different, belayer would have had to put in some work to keep him off the ground it looks

[@jdgerm1991]

The quality of Adam’s videos are getting to be so good - on par with some of the major climbing film productions on this platform. Bravo Adam, thanks for pushing the sport and keeping us all wildly entertained.

[@rockiesbouldering]

Adam’s wife has already perfected “The Face” - the one my wife puts on when I describe my climbing to her and she wants to be supportive. 😀

[@ricato2]

I mean she climbs 8c herself. She might just be a bit shy in front of the camera

[@icedbannanas]

@RR said it below...Iva Vejmolová is an accomplished climber in her own right, not sure if she was just putting on 'the face' on to be supportive, I would imagine she was genuinely psyched like any climber would be...

[@RipperJack77]

Was gonna comment something like that xD

[@zanewinter5169]

195 upvotes for this sexist ass comment, smh

[@xioloo5881]

After I have discovered you I started to train a lot more and now I do 7a Thanks for being such a good person who gives me the strength to do so

[@konsey1889]

Don't have to see the it to know that this is another cinema-worthy masterpiece of a video. Keep it up team. Edit: watched it and it was absolutely amazing

[@jakewelsh1353]

The way Adam shows the entire process of developing the climb really cements it into reality for me. As someone new to climbing I find myself getting discouraged on climbs just barely out of my comfort zone, but watching how Adam can bolt a route and only complete it 10 years later really puts into perspective how much you have to persevere to achieve your goals.

[@RobertNowland]

The pure quality of each of Adams videos is insane, they're each like a mini documentary. The cinematography and storytelling is amazing. And Adam is such a beast, absolutely love his reactions of animalistic joy when he summits.

[@majkelb3057]

Well.. this last run. It was easy. He just took his shirt off. Everyone know it's a power buff. Huge props to Adam. And even Jacob, one of his biggest competitor, would like to be like Adam when he'll grow up :D It's great to watch cooperation between such goats!

[@maahirnaqvi1272]

i started climbing after seeing you ✊🏽, you are so inspirational keep it up man 🎉

[@yami2227]

all of us who started climbing after seeing someone great at it doing it have earned a new sense of appreciation for how, literally, impossible the routes in these videos seem to be

[@benharrington1652]

@@yami2227 yeah the longer I climb the more insane I realize this guy is

[@483dk]

Again, it shows the importance of being patient. The Bomba took almost 10 years for Adam to finish. Bravo!

[@zacharylaschober]

I appreciate how now on the Mammut team Adam has friends. Also, you’re asking if Jakob thinks this could be done without the kneebar? It’s like asking Megos if he should do the splits.

[@lodivolley]

I started following Adam in 2016, used his videos when talking about the mental aspects of the process with my teams (I am a professional volleyball coach), I visited Flatanger 🇳🇴 and the cave just to see and experience the place (I am not a climber) … in 2022 Adam still delivers spectacular examples of “joyful obsession” which are amazing to watch. THANK YOU 😍

[@matdahl6728]

I was climbing consistent 6c and after watching these videos, including your instructional ones, I've begun climbing 7b+/7c and even onsighting 7a+

[@Theantmang]

thats so big, i dont climb but man! congrats on the hardwork. Fall in love with it like adam i swear its a fucking cheat code

[@elodave]

I love the pure joy at the end. I had to watch it twice, put a huge smile on my face. You’ve made me want to start climbing!

[@matteos.3438]

could watch adam get stoked and describe betas all day, great video man!

[@ianphillips898]

Adam your humility and generosity of spirit is what sets you apart. Your willingness to share yourself with such openness is a gift to all of us. Thanks.

[@Leo-ry6zh]

The Climbing looks so real, and pure, like what climbing should be about

[@gazsibb]

After ab'ing down, to cameraman, "you are waiting for the strong one? Ok" 🤣 loved it!

[@racerschin]

Iva could not be more bored listening to the knee bar details.

[@bumckfszful]

Your climbing is amazing... fell in love with this sport thanks to you. I have started to climb in October, and yesterday did my first 6a onsight. Thanks for all the videos, they always inspire me to push myself!

[@Iamwoman21]

Your joy is so genuine.

[@asterixzm]

Epic Adam, epic route and epic operators work!

[@rockclimbing3844]

I love the feeling of finishing a project. Thanks for the inspiration Adam

[@jaredasa626]

Thank you to Adam and to the production team for sharing this and for capturing the experience in a way that allows both climbers and nonclimbers to draw joy and inspiration from it.

[@joaquinmunoz6946]

me encanta que Adam a pesar de haber encadenado cada 9a existente en Europa siga disfrutando de una sobremanera cuando encadena un proyecto, cual niño logra su objetivo y se emociona hasta las lágrimas. Esa rebeldía, espíritu de juventud es lo más hermoso de este deporte, conservar la belleza y la consistencia sin perder la inocencia

[@verbalwound5874]

Absolutely loved these videos.

[@rahulranjan8173]

Always a pleasure to see how you make complicated sequences look easy. Congrats Adam

[@RealWorldClimbing]

Just wow!!! Amazingly beautiful lines. And the work you put in is incredible!

[@ezramorency7422]

Thanks for sharing Adam! Awesome video! Love your emotion!

[@swissclimbingcrew7631]

What a wonderfully scenic place Arco is! And as always a beautiful video thanks.

[@cdemo7489]

This man is just amazing... Thanks to the whole crew to show us these moments from inside

[@nicolaserafin]

This is sick Adam! Hell of a job legend!

[@oliverhale7508]

This has to be the greatest new content on KZbin

[@AlejandroPimentel]

Best pure climbing video I've watched in a while.

[@andrewrhodes1173]

Waw, I actually love watching you climb Adam u inspire me more and more by the day

[@mhbeh738]

The passion that this man here possesses is one of the greatest inspiration to mankind. Sometimes, because he's so deep in this spirit, I doubt that even he knows how much lives he has impacted around the world - not just in climbing.

[@GRC_88]

You’re truly inspiring, Adam!

[@TyanCoralRose]

Adam thank you. Your love of the rock, the people, the history, the place and your delicate and conscientious aesthetic is inspiring. You have such passion. I think I can see that you feel the beauty of climbing is as much a part of it as is the cuts and bruises and blood. Thank you for being such an incredible human

[@lisa-koschat]

Amazing video, I love the music, the feel, the sequences, meeting with Jakob, keep it up!

[@mattmarcroft8931]

Amazing Adam, so cool to see this, well done

[@David-jm9el]

That is glory - a testament to human endeavour. Bravo!

[@Ancestral_hunt]

The quality of this video ! You guys are truly inspiring !

[@jaloodali5645]

That was superb!! Loved the synth for the orange line send… perfect tension. And the screaming! Wooo! Reminds me of the younger Adam! So good! One of your best vids yet

[@j03m0n]

The beauty of this project is simply overwhelming.. Thanks for push the climbing along every breath.

[@pherri9889]

Wow, it is inspiring how much effort you always put, and exciting when you achieve it while screaming!

[@milton1969able]

Love watching this guy. Another level of existance.

[@arthurl7139]

Wow this was really an amazing video. Amazing lines, sends, emotions, filming, music, ...

[@ilkkakero3988]

Freaking awesome footage from the last go! Original way... felt freeking happy for you. Thank you from the clip!

[@rogersleep]

Brilliant as usual, thanks for sharing

[@felix3821]

such nice films are coming out thanks to you and your team, keep it up ! you are all incredible !

[@Filchmeister]

Honestly, this is one of the most gorgeous locations I've seen for a climbing route. Well done Adam, I cannot wait to see more first ascents.

[@thewateringwiz7118]

Awesome video ! Love how cinematic it is and Adam's joy at sending the route is contagious ! Edit: the music during the ascent of Bombardino is so good !

[@radlfoara869]

I have goosebumps now, after watching it - great work Adam, wow

[@serotonin_2a]

Well done!!! Congratulation for the excellent film. Joyful to see...

[@pelfinho]

Wow. Thank you Adam. These are pretty special films. Such high quality climbing, filming and editing. You’re an inspiration.

[@ayebig2243]

great video ! makes you feel things

[@BrunoMPagani]

Amazing climbing and video, as always. You have a very talented team 👏

[@lucasdevita4056]

Que grande que sos Adam. Me inspiras a disfrutar aún más del arte de la escalada. Segui partiendo esos novenos!

[@brunorosadesouza2971]

AMAZING! the flow state is real on you... nothing but climbing on your eyes

[@mozag87]

impressionante Adam! Grandissimo!

[@SalemRaggaRiddim]

Beautiful video, amazing climbing Adam! 💪

[@ciepularys]

Best video I watched in a long time. Adam is the goat. Production quality is divine. I love it.

[@fredericp64]

Maaaaaaan was this EPIC or whaaat!!! Congrats Adam!

[@tomasjanecek3389]

Ty jsi démon 😀Jako vždy: užasné lezení, skvělé video, perfektní zábava!

[@mosaik1010]

pure inspiration and just insane climbing from u. !!!

[@zbedr]

it's a joy, thanks for such motivation for me. I want to watch more such happy climbs. environment people around and amazing performances. Thanks. 😃

[@jeremystark3350]

Just saw "silence" & love all your videos. U are a true warrior.

[@Juldo]

Man, you are so impressive. I'm speechless, congrats !

[@wings2585]

climbed after 10 years from bolting! Happy for you Adam! Great feature video by the team

[@CytrixX45]

there are safe things, there are scary things, and then there is Adam traversing ~7m after a twisted quickdraw in a 9a+/b crux. Absolutely awesome video, such a good vibe ! I have to visit arco !

[@ferdinantlaem4069]

Adam's climbing is so efficient and elegant - WOW And the filming and cutting as always as in the cinema, thanks!

[@hamsaa6283]

It just leaves you speechless. What kind of human being must he be? To endure such pain and hardship. Just look at his knees! Completely bloody. The screams he lets out when working on his moves. The sound of war - him fighting against his own body. Watching him is pure inspiration and a beautiful outlook on what a human can achieve when he puts his heart into it. Much love to you Adam. Your climbing is utter poetry.

[@digicard1870]

Amazing Video 👍. Great work 🙌

[@anderP28]

ABSOLUT LEGEND!! love you man!!

[@Mwoag]

Insane climber, insane content 😁💪. Before watching this, i was so unmotivated for training. Now my motivation is at his peak. So inspiring

[@gravyblue]

You're a legend in our lifetime. What an honour do witness.

[@D.Caron93]

13:46 che runout! Complimenti Adam sei sempre di ispirazione! 💪

[@josebenjumedarubio5666]

all the guys here seem so happy and nice, in my opinion, this is what turns a potentially good video into this masterpiece of enternainment. And for sure the climbing is spectacular as always

[@jmitterleitner]

Gratulation and Respect from Bavaria. Insane climber

[@dkeener13]

what an exquisite little film you all have created here!

[@mattyhorak]

Skvělý video a ty emoce!! No paráda ❤️👍

[@Ben-og3eg]

Run out 😳 amazing send!

[@paulgennaro2001]

It's crazy! He has the hardest ascents and the best media all at the same time!

[@willemvanriet7160]

Incredible to see how hard it is the times that u fail and then to see u actually succeed! Mind blown Well done U can truel do what no other can

[@usclvr19]

Incredible!!

[@galjenkomilharcic7362]

Awesome man! Arco really is a great camping spot

[@Malenia1203]

Love to hear the mountain screaming to every Adam’s moves!

[@jon.yama-otoko]

I have a fear of heights, but somehow, somehow, Adam is helping me overcome it! It's ridiculous how confident he is climbing these rocks!

[@dave990]

I'm always entertained and inspired when watching Adam climb. But I've got to say a big well done on the film crew for this short documentary. Amazing production!!

[@senorwidget]

2:51 I watched this with a friend. Now my suite mate thinks we're more than friends. Thanks Adam 😅

[@davidesusca8106]

Bellissimo video! ♥️🍻

[@littlepappy6003]

I listen to Adam's screams of power while I sleep, and I've never had such joyful dreams before.

[@onsight2822]

Brilliant man Epic climbing Brilliant video Epic editing 😎

[@futurecorpse399]

great work

[@hubertwier]

Well, Adam Ondra is amazing - no doubt. But the quality of his camera crew, the production, music…is definitely a kind of 9b. Ondra`s pure achievements are so well documented. Great job.

[@AG-io5wr]

It just never gets old. I first placed my hands on rock with an intention to climb up it in 1990 and to this day, although I only get to do it occasionally, the feeling is the same.