David Fitzgerald Climbing Bügeleisen (8b+) and Big Paw (8c) in Blocbuster

A short film following David Fitzgerald as he attempts to climb some of Europe's hardest boulders. Bügeleisen (8c) and Big Paw (8c)
Also Featuring Lady in Black (8b+), Shadowfax (8b) The Great Shark Hunt (8b) and more, with guest appearances from Ben Moon, Isabelle Faus and Giuliano Cameroni
Filmed and Edited by Puzzleglass
www.puzzleglass.com
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[@Puzzleglass]

Hello all! We are so glad you like the film! thank you so much for the positive comments. We worked very hard on this film so it feels really good to see that people are enjoying it. Thanks for watching!

[@tamaragrottker7677]

rain makes colors pop! Love the drone shots. Climbing, of course, is stellar.

[@lukedavies900]

This is probably my favourite climbing film of all time, and I've seen them all. Kinda plays out like a climber and his imaginary friend nerding out about climbing. Seeing him celebrate the tiny successes is super inspiring.

[@joshfoeh2573]

I can't believe he's only been climbing for 6.5 years and already sending 8C's, that's amazing!

[@vincentniemetz5668]

in only 3 sessions.! That's just nuts

[@i3dont3care3]

And what was it? 8b+ in like 2-3 years?? His progression is mind-boggling, a phenom well and truly

[@colmshannon8831]

A shot every time Danaan says dopamine.

[@nickmartinelli3752]

...a line

[@jdsalbion]

Echo the comments from others. Really well made film, but more importantly this lad is a serious talent. To go from zero to 8C in six years is mental. Natural finger strength and ability only get you so far. Dave's attitude is the difference. What a top lad. Could say I wished I'd had the training info etc when I was younger but it's really all about application and using your talent correctly. From someone who was an 8b climber (finger injury away from 8c and Hubble.... damnit), 8A boulderer, World Cup competition 1/4 finalist....... in 1992. Not so much now.😂 Chapeau son!

[@nextoliver]

Climbing films have come a long way in a short time. Hopefully the times when every move in a bouldering film had to be accompanied by some badass music have come to an end. Excellent production that not only showed the complexity and beauty of the climbing itself, but also a sense of the tranquility and peace nature has to offer.

[@kriszteblade]

You guys produce amazing films. The music fits the action perfectly, it is not an annoying shit that you have to mute. The story is always interesting. Philosopher at 14:20 :) By the way - amazing progression of a climber - 6,5 years and a world top...

[@Puzzleglass]

Thank you so much! that is very nice of you! and yes the microbeta philosophy is one of our favourite moments

[@thewateringwiz7118]

What a superb film !! David is so crazy strong, it’s so impressive

[@lindac5287]

great film! really enjoyed it - I really hope David's friend learns how to spot though. Being a good climbing buddy is more than just yelling 'allez' and 'come on'.

[@sethgilbertson2474]

Really like Dave as a climber and this film really captures the process. Super psyched!

[@CN-re5ut]

A repeat on everyone else’s comments. Great piece of work and Dave is the quintessential climber: super capable, humble, all class and beyond positive. Inspirational stuff. Amazingly supportive climbing partner too!

[@berghiasl]

I usually don´t leave comments but this video is just awesome! Really amazing and refreshing! You have the right attitute dude! Never swearing, just being really psyched and motivated! Please, keep on rocking and posting videos like this! My man!!!!

[@naomiabdulazeez3377]

I learned about a lot more than climbing which I did not expect, thank you Dave and puzzleglass!

[@vashusan1984]

Excellent vid! Really enjoyed the edit, Dave seems like the most positive guy to climb with. What a stud, great sends!

[@Roadtofire676]

Nice sequence shots. Fantastic documentary.

[@NathanBetts]

Sick film, big effort. Thanks for making it available free.

[@joolsgrommers1466]

I can just rewatch this all the time, so much wholesomeness and psyche and beauty rolled into one.. Absolute class.

[@chrisgordon8979]

Really inspiring to watch these sends, thanks for capturing these moments for us to enjoy!

[@SushiPizza42]

This is so well shot! Really interesting getting in the mind of David a bit. Also hearing about the the way dopamine effects how you remember it really struck a chord with me.

[@danschmidt5189]

One of the best climbing videos I've seen-thanks and congrats. I look forward to seeing more!

[@Puzzleglass]

Thanks Dan, that is amazing. I am confident that Dave will achieve even more!

[@benruefmedia]

This was quality. Thank you. Very high production value and overall just well done; great story.

[@xsilentxscreamx3]

25:41 that face - 100% passionated to boulders (lasts till 26:03)

[@ryanbell9423]

I cant wait to outdoor boulder ...i didnt find that one thing until i was 39 but im grateful it was found.... im so absolutely fascinated and in love with climbing.. thank you for these videos of fantastic moments in time

[@schlappnroady]

Just amazing to see Dave crushing it!

[@jdsalbion]

The boy has PERFECT technique. So nice to see rather than just brute power that you usually see nowadays. 👍👍👍

[@thique_nicc]

This was the best climbing film I have seen in years! Cheers thank you for the beautiful insight

[@Puzzleglass]

Thats very nice of you thankyou for your comment!

[@weebig]

This is a good video. Some days I go out with a friend or 2 and we just talk crap to each other all day and dont send. This shows the heart of that quite a bit. Any day out in nature is a great day. Thanks.

[@boulderingnoobs8279]

Awesome work and great filming! Inspiring sends 🤘🏽

[@Puzzleglass]

Thank you! and yes David is a beast

[@jawoable]

This must be one of the best climbing films out there

[@shokland]

Beautiful movie!!!

[@lemurlover7975]

Thank you for teaching us all about climbing boulders! now I want to go. you inspired me :)

[@stormferreira3010]

Amazing film work

[@tonybudde9624]

What an awesome film. Especially the sound of David's breathing when he 'feels' that he is going to top the boulder. You just feel the adrenaline and excitement. Wow. Sweaty hands of the Pavlov effect

[@garypeacock2185]

Incredible stuff!

[@joolsgrommers1466]

Lovely film!

[@marthaamyrose]

Inspiring stuff! Beautifully shot!

[@Puzzleglass]

Very glad you think so!

[@zemdu3506]

Great vid!

[@vapenaysh1061]

Great film

[@AW-po7jr]

Very nice!

[@MechanixPL]

Pure awesomeness!

[@Colin_Barnes]

So inspiring..

[@guyhubbard2694]

So Good!!!!

[@Lucatheclimber]

Just Awesome

[@hatefulmonday]

I m just going to say thank you =) all is said!

[@victorfagundescarvalhomelo1797]

Nice! World class

[@maxpowell4687]

Such a sick vid

[@dedxxxxxx]

Beautiful! No screaming and shirtless swaggering, but such a positiv guy and 4sure the filming,music... really really nice!!!! pls more of that!

[@BlocBusters]

Great and funny film ;)

[@user-ft4bv9hv9o]

David is a amazing guy :) !

[@wordup63]

Super great film, inspiring climbing all around. Curious about the decision to put the microphone in what sounds like the inside of his mouth when he sends though.

[@elamantun8162]

beautiful film, beautifly lit "Big Paw" boulder, what kind of lights was used??

[@iancameron6457]

Sweet Dave, way to crush!

[@DasUberCow]

Dave's the type of climber i wanna be as i slowly improve. Smiling directly after falling on the last move of a longtime project. Great filming, loved the lack of audio, and hearing the breathing of Dave, actually super interesting to hear where he clenches and holds his breath.

[@chrishardy6471]

When was this send? 8C counter anyone???

[@MrCar90906]

This rocks

[@nubroca6371]

Who are the 6 people who disliked this and what is wrong with them

[@chrisbatkin3268]

I'm taking a trip to Ireland in August and want to try some 7a's, could you tell me what area the Abyss is in please??

[@screw2loose2]

hero!

[@adinwarner-rosen1221]

love how he talks through beta like you're working it with him. "you can bring your right hand then into a sidepull". no I can't dude lmao those crimps on that angle I couldn't pull off the fucking ground haha

[@jerrclimber]

I always though Klem put that boulder up ?

[@tijndevries6574]

So basically we can all stop bouldering and start doing the other "lines"

[@fuuzball]

Haha! "the same feeling has having snorted loads of coke" LOL

[@chrishamper1792]

It's all about dopamine. A bit depressing for someone without it. Nice vid though.

[@adinwarner-rosen1221]

6yrs from age 18?!?! fuuck...

[@joepone1234]

Haha climbing 8a s en 8b s on restday .i wish😃

[@adinwarner-rosen1221]

gotta stop spamming comments but 9:04 what the holy hell was that

[@billjensen51]

The only thing you can compare climbing to is cocaine?

[@thefraseman]

Absolutely disgusting how many times cocaine is mentioned here. You should be utterly ashamed to put this content out.