“This is the most beautiful climbing gym EVER” - Magnus Midtbø

[@EmilAbrahamsson]

Magnus on an 8c lead climb? I certainly won’t say no to that

[@matejkeglevic]

My thoughts exactly. When he said if we want to see him climb I was like hell yeah man! 😁

[@mystishio]

Agreed! Magnus climbing is always inspiring! 😊

[@tango91]

Absolutely, I miss seeing Magnus lead climb

[@Voltix1269]

He liked the comment, he has to do it now!

[@davidvanschubert9093]

Do it. Would love to see you climb something hard, or even project something.

[@klinken2120]

I need another channel called "Even more Magnus"

[@gameodemosthene9252]

What, you wanna see how he poops?

[@alexandernils2388]

@@gameodemosthene9252 yes of course, I wanna know how a pro climber uses toilet paper. He might use it as a sloper or even crimps the folded toilet paper for more stability. We can only find out with even more Magnus

[@Kiwivolant]

​@@gameodemosthene9252 Yes

[@phkit420]

@@alexandernils2388I thought all climbers heel hooked the sink Whilst crimping 6mm squares of toilet paper because it’s super good enough for the environment Edit : I almost forgot about the power screams

[@tommurray8006]

@@gameodemosthene9252 so unfunny

[@Steven-wp1hw]

Honestly, I've missed these old-school Magnus videos so much! I might even enjoy these more laid-back climbing videos even more than the extremely high-quality main channel videos... hard to choose though, both are great!

[@Midnightflight0]

I agree!!

[@paulroth8032]

Ditto on this! Started watching Magnus when I was learning to climb and trying to watch technique; still great content on the main channel though 🎉

[@bunkerbouldering]

Agreed

[@Nyitemare]

Couldn't agree more!

[@quinnthompson]

When Magnus says "if you guys want to see that" lol .. we do, thank you 🙂 This gym looks incredible. Definitely beautiful.

[@PhantomWowfull]

"My second channel is meant to be more casual" *Brings out the drone*

[@aracanthe7251]

Can't wait to see more "old magnus" type videos! And yes for the 8c (and yes for the return of Hannah!)

[@VickyAdelia-bs2yu]

So glad you created this channel Magnus! Thanks for listening to all of us (the OG's ;-) so cool to see things behind Rungne as well!!!

[@grkbond]

As one of the og fans - Im so happy to see a return to videos of just you climbing. Even if you feel weak, your 6/10 is better than 98% of the people who watch your videos. We just like to watch you climb!

[@adelaantosova2668]

I so wanna see more of Hannah on this channel! Love your old videos with her. 😊

[@decadeca]

Yes!

[@augustusdestefano8651]

Magnus I think you're going to find that this channel and this type of content from you is going to gain a massive following quickly if you keep doing it weekly. Love your new stuff too but I gotta be honest, this is the stuff I think a lot of us really like. And yes to trying the 8C!

[@zhengman]

Magnus, great to see Hannah back on the channel! As a fellow routesetter, it would be really cool to see a video where you two set together/where you film her setting process. Love the new channel!

[@greenmattt]

That would be great!

[@OrionDuCros]

She clearly doesn't like being on camera

[@DesiVivi]

I like hearing Markus' voice, it makes the channel more conversational and relaxed

[@estherfriesen2175]

I was thinking that too!

[@Pengu69420]

Hey man, I'm glad you don't have to worry as much about "clickbait", thumbnail, etc. for this channel. Please keep posting whatever you feel, whenever you feel like. For the record, I don't even climb but I still watch all your stuff, because I love the vibes and your ahtleticism.

[@flam8094]

You should try climbing ! You would have a better understanding of how out of the world he is powerwise

[@quinnthompson]

That was cool to see your sister again- I remember the vids with her from way back. Congratulations on having kids, that's exciting!

[@ChargedJosh]

This probably sounds not how I want it but this is my favorite video you have posted in a long time. I love the more vlog style it feels more personal and seems like a good avenue to show things you are currently more passionate about. I think it might be cool to do the vlogs as well away from climbing and show some other things you find interesting or enjoyable!

[@Honeysoar]

Loving the direction of this channel

[@susannahc]

Tour of a new gym, an appearance by Hannah--it's like we are all 6 years younger again all of a sudden! ❤ Other than the threat of tiny Midtbos coming for Hugo 😂

[@flwrestlerpro]

Agree with everyone else that this is the content I miss. Would be thrilled with a climbing trip vlog! My favorite content from you was your trip to Arco back in the day. Pizza, gelato, drinks, and hard sends outside. Also, a climbing trip with Emil would be so fun to watch. I feel like you guys would push each other.

[@sugarshanehogan]

this

[@DemonaeTV]

lmao at the guy screaming for help at 2:55 when you open the changing room door!😆🤣

[@Fleetato]

what was happening in there LOL

[@bschuss1]

I have a feeling I will enjoy this channel way more than the main channel. This feels like back to the roots of when I first subscribed and became a fan.

[@blanchetthomas7239]

Don't feel pressure if you aren't at your top level. Everyone have ups and downs. We just enjoy seeing you climbing.

[@ollililjestrom]

This is super nice. I appreciate the laid back feeling and tempo of the video, and it was also great to see Hanna again on the channel! OG vlog feeling is very nice 👌

[@IronJohn755]

Beautiful gym. Very sophisticated interior design, wall color, lighting, even the hold colors. Some gyms are pretty vibrant and loud, this seems like a very inspiring place to just have a focused session.

[@jonatanhansen202]

Scandinavian architecture and interior design baby

[@IronJohn755]

@@jonatanhansen202 Why can't American gyms be more dour!? My soul wants to climb among dark, natural tones while listening to ambient music.

[@Cruuzie]

I enjoy seeing you just making videos about what you’re passionate about without having to chase an algorithm. I feel like on this channel you shouldn’t worry too much what people want to see but rather release what you enjoy making.

[@SelcraigClimbs]

Yesssss the Ondra screams in the changing room 🤣🤣🤣

[@iceplatypus983]

A Q&A video would be fun. It's always fun hearing different training perspectives, routines, and dietary intentions.

[@mikenluke]

I think it's clear by the reception received that we all really appreciate this kind of content, so happy you've made this channel and I hope you're enjoying making these videos as much as we are enjoying watching them. Thank you!

[@ThisIsRossSmith]

Absolutely loving this additional channel. I like the relaxed feel and genuine authenticity to it. Feel like its been missed from KZbin for a while

[@nascentclimbing]

I won’t lie, I think I’m more excited by this channel than I am your original channel! Nothing beats the OG Magnus climbing videos 🪨

[@Anita028]

15:12 his balanced over here was so beautiful, he was going with the flow...

[@michael_angelo]

Appreciate the slow pace and the more detailed and personal nature of this extra channel so far. Thanks Magnus!

[@eliasgermer8762]

15:08 - That boulder problem looks absolutely amazing!

[@rmplstltskn5548]

Congratulations on the success of Rugne! Always a good problem to have when you've outgrown your current space! Have you ever considered going through a hard training block again and climbing outside? It would be really interesting to see your training progression and projecting something hard.

[@guitarcory89]

I traveled to Norway two years ago. My impression of Oslo was that I needed to live here for some time to feel the city a bit more. Now I have more reason to go and live for a couple years.

[@Ludderr]

Been watching the vids for so long and I missed these types of vlogs. Please more of this!

[@thomasjezler3363]

I love the new channel. More personal, slowed down, back to basics, more climbing. Please keep doing that!

[@dimitrinoahutz9547]

Love the „behind the scenes“ vibes. It feel so more natural. And to see your sister again or the team of the shipping. Very cool❤

[@TheoRellsve]

I feel so lucky to have this as my local gym - looks even better IRL!

[@Paolo.Blitza]

Its amazing that Magnus can do a 5x dyno while I fail to coordinate walking the sidewalk in a straight line and Watch the video at the same time. Thanks for the new channel!!

[@philipking3010]

These style films are great, definitely back to the original type of climbing content. Love it

[@NinjahPigeon]

Missed these type of videos so much

[@druin13]

Usually don't comment on videos but I just want to add my thanks to the pile. I am extremely happy and proud that your main channel has gotten to where it is now but this is the kind of video that got me into climbing.

[@chadlyalan]

This style of video is perfect! A little tour, seeing some old/familiar faces, some climbing, and a brief peek behind the scenes. Love it bro. Get on that 8C! Can't wait to see the videos with you and Adam!

[@VEE3RDEYE]

Would love to see a video of you setting a problem on the high wall. The process isn't documented much on youtube

[@MaxDiamond]

That intro song was pure nostalgia... gave me goosebumps

[@staviall]

Great to have these old school climbing videos back, no matter the style or grade! Always great to watch and learn!

[@Xeratas]

thats mindblowing how popular climbing currently is that gyms like this are allowed to exist. Very very cool!

[@joytee4967]

I can’t stop smiling as I watch this! I will watch whatever you choose to film, as long as you’re having fun! Yay for you!! ❤ from Canada

[@MiguelClimbs]

Can't wait to do an architecture tour there! 😻

[@LahksYT]

im so happy to see these typa videos again man you have no idea, thank you magnussy

[@alexbailey9148]

We need to see that 8C !!

[@boulevardiere1623]

Happy to see Hannah back on the channel! Still rocking the climbing world, as a mom and a route-setter. I'm late to this video, but for what it's worth, I'm much more interested in these videos than the "flashy" ones on the main channel. Make what you want, like you said, and enjoy it.

[@jerrywang592]

Great to see Hannah again!

[@Phripheoniks]

now is this the kind of video vibe I want when watching your videos Magnus, truly perfection! Little bit of everything, but most of all just pure bouldering, trying out problems, explaining your thinking, seeing your mind and body at work, keep it coming!

[@marcgorley6133]

Magnus your the reason so many enjoying climbing, and as you say when you feel weaker you don’t want to climb, but as you inspire us to climb, if you do it when weaker and you show your struggles, it just makes us relate more to you and we all love your content and showing us behind the scenes is really nice. Thanks for showing us around and great to see your sister back so many years later.

[@JustMe-vs2bq]

I would honestly watch you do anything.You have such an amazing persona and you’re soo humble. Do whatever makes you happy and feel good. The OG’s will be with you all the way

[@tobiasboh3370]

I love that this channel exists for the less main channel friendly content, Magnus is an inspiring climber and it would be a shame not to share more of that.

[@stevenharper3252]

I have been climbing a month now, doing about 2 sessions a week. I am hooked on climbing and going to buy my first pair of climbing shoes next week with a buddy that has years of experience climbing to help. I really love your videos and wanted to say your my favorite climber to watch. Both channels are great!! Keep up the good work!

[@chrismcgowan9378]

Magnus the goat of gym reviewing. Please come to South Africa🙏

[@Sethhall618]

This channel just feels like classic magnus and I love it! Thanks for bringing back this style of videos!

[@jeremybeadle4156]

We need a channel called "Magnus Leads" I miss the lead climbing content!!!

[@IrishDougal]

I've been watching your main channel for 6 years or so since the early vlog titled videos and I'm so impressed with the progression you've made in every aspect from the actual videos to your other businesses (climbing gyms, Rungne etc.) thanks for all the effort!!

[@Macerle]

Been a sub on the main channel for 5 or 6 years and while your videos there are super fun and interesting, I am glad you decided to make a 2nd channel that focuses on climbing a bit more again. Would love to see an oldschool climbing session with you and your sister

[@jmb9701]

You've done such an excellent job building a space for yourself and your family / friends inside a passion you all share - truly making moves out there dude, wholesome.

[@brentgibison3823]

Wow magnus as an og watcher this really takes me back, this style of videos are perfect reminds me of the main channel years ago amazing idea to do this channel !!

[@jonathanhart8730]

I value this style of content so much, it is so special that you are still creating this even with the level your platforms have reached! I can't imagine it is easy to make such raw, human, and laid-back videos with the pressure that accompanies the fame you've accomplished so I want to be clear in expressing my deep appreciation for it! THIS is what originally made KZbin beautiful and there's no reason we can't reclaim that :) It was also these videos of yours that got me into climbing in the first place, so the nostalgia is precious as well!

[@BobMarley-gm5ie]

Cant wait for More Magnus 100k sub climbing 200 boulders in one session

[@TheRobertMoxley]

I’m so glad you’ve gone back to doing more climbing content. That’s how I found you, and that’s why I love your content. It’s also great having Hannah back on the channel.

[@BGod67]

In my opinion « old school » only hard bouldering videos are the best Keep up the great work ❤️

[@RuurdvdZ]

Great to see your sister afther a long time😁 Looks like a very nice place to climb. Greetings from Holland

[@andrewgilbertson5356]

Great vid, back to your old style👍❤

[@ironmooss1946]

So glad this channel exists! I've missed just watching you climb and its refreshing to see again.

[@loiduongjr]

Really loved this video. Much more please !

[@Midnightflight0]

I’m just so happy old magnus is back. 🥰 can’t wait for more

[@owenmalanaphy3228]

Magnus saying "Comment below" knowing damn well he's gonna be making that video

[@Adrian_Gouglet]

Happy to watch even when you don’t feel strong. Your humble attitude and charisma makes it a good time.

[@loiduongjr]

Love to see more climbing content :)

[@nickrosenthal8477]

It’s like they designed the building to make it feel like you are walking through this sporadic cave of climbing. Love

[@steveilg6134]

That does it….moving to Oslo

[@sev_07]

it‘s really nice to see some pure climbing again and also some insights about rugne

[@mihkelhint]

Glad to see that Magnus also thinks that giving up on grading is not ideal. It's just such a lazy cop-out for the gyms so they don't have to deal with all the whining and drama that comes with trying to do the hard job of actually trying to grade stuff.

[@riderdie1603]

Yeah I wish all gyms would still grade climbs. My gym currently does a grade range which is nice until they get to the v6-v8 the V8-v10 range. That’s such a huge margin!

[@TNCerealKilla]

I am half and half on this. On one side the gyms I go to that grade it is awesome to know that I just sent X grade, or this climb is my level to work on. But other gyms that don't are kinda cool too because I will at least try that one climb that looks cool and suites my style even if its 2 grades above my level, but with that said at these gyms are much smaller than this one and they say ask the staff if we wanna know the grade on one we sent.

[@mpgrim3312]

Style matters so much more than grade at all levels, so I definitely prefer gyms that set ranges instead of grades, so long as the range isn't so large as to be useless

[@TheBanana202]

I think a range of 2V grades is optimal. Also i think it would be a cool idea for larger gyms to have an app where people can vote on if the difficulty of climbs is alright. So after like 10 votes and if the average suggested grade indicates a sandbagged grade or a too generous grade it can be adjusted. It could also come with a map where you can filter for grades and stuff, and a rating system for enjoyability. My gym is fairly small so if you are a regular you just know all the setters and they will ask you about what you think of their routes and stuff and they then adjust grades.

[@TheGumbyGuy]

Grades aren't always accurate but it's always nice to at least get an idea of what you're climbing.

[@setadoon]

I love this new channel. It's everything a lot of us have missed you doing! Its chill, laid back, fun and there is climbing!

[@outofbodypickle8408]

Nice to see this channel and your main channel blow up after that interview with climbing stuff ;)

[@richardlee5412]

I have a strong feeling that I will either love this channel equally or even more than the main channel

[@nussnougat5462]

I am fully aware of the parasocial relationship here, but I am very happy for Magnus to have this new channel now where he can do more of what he likes, its probably very healthy to have this output. And I really like this content, especially the more slow and laid back approach. It feels like a more private conversation, that is for the more climbing enthusiastic people and less for the broader audience of the main channel. That gives me a very good vibe. Looking forward for more to come! :)

[@nussnougat5462]

To clarify; I also enjoy the other content and he's most likely also having fun with it haha. But what I wanted to say with that was; if you get an itch as a creator and it feels like you cannot do something anymore for one or the other reason it seems like over time it would be very demotivating, so this is great!

[@Greesher]

We knew what you meant. Also calm down, dude it’s okay to love a content creator it’s not parasocial either if he literally asks us to comment what we think on the videos. You aren’t weird or special calm tf down

[@nussnougat5462]

@@Greesher What bugged you to be this aggressive for literally nothing? Sorry if my writing style offended you but that seems to be a "you" problem? :) Also your interpretation of my intentions and thinking was off but that's alright, next time I do another comment to further clarify just for you!

[@boogaloo4640]

I wouldn't worry about the parasocial aspect. It's something he's actively encouraged since the early days. In an interview last year he even said that he wants his viewers to feel like they're watching a friend. I like that that's the vibe he's going for. As long as nobody crosses the line into actually thinking he's a friend, it should all be good.

[@nussnougat5462]

@@boogaloo4640 That's interesting info, I guess his aim worked with me then haha! I didn't saw that interview, you don't happened to know where you watched or heard it? :)

[@Bluemountainbowls]

I definitely enjoy watching videos that you don’t stress over. It’s back to og which is why I started watching in the first place.

[@bartjansen2294]

"I think if I showed you everything that would take like an hour".. we don't mind. 😅

[@JesusRisen8]

gym is stunning and beautiful! so happy for you and your family, Magnus! God bless you guys!

[@callisator]

Try the black one please :)

[@Rustic.illustration]

Your weakness is still strength, even since the beginning of your channel, its enjoyable to watch your personality on the wall and how you work out things and explain it to us! Keep at it g man

[@Zeus-bn3nc]

'I'm gonna go warm up', he said. You know, like a liar.

[@xviolet953]

I just started watching your videos a couple weeks ago and I’ve binged a lot of them (including the old stuff). For me it’s cool seeing all of these people, like your sister and the Norwegian gymnasts, because it feels like seeing a sequel to your favorite movies

[@OlavSurlandHansen]

I cannot tell you how pleased I am with this video, as compared with the ones I've watched the last year on the BIG channel. Nothing strenuous, contrived, far-fetched or artificial here. But a living, breathing narrative with a natural pace. In short - the Magnus that we know and love, only with lower shoulders! I immediately subscribed and clicked the notification bell!

[@Halgdp]

It's so pleasant to watch this with the more casual approach you use. Keep up the slow pace!

[@Nyitemare]

I am LOVING this channel's video style Magnus. Love seeing behind the curtain on Rúgne, the new gym and of course more climbing. I hope more of these chill vlog style videos can be a thing

[@PolishSlayer893]

I'm so glad you decided to make this channel. I love these types of videos and I know many others love them as well. The no pressure, laid back videos of you talking and climbing are amazing!

[@stijnj5368]

Love these old school videos. I've been rewatching the videos of way back when (think vlog 30-60) range just to watch the climbing content. It's amazing what you have done with the main channel but this is nice too. Also seeing Hannah was nice! Brought back memories of the team Meatbo videos.

[@user-kl3il9mw8i]

Great to see the strong climber of the family again. Would love to see you two finding the time for a session again.

[@adventuresciencepnw]

As a fan who got here from the super high effort alex honnold collab video and then went into the back catalog I really appreciate that you've made a channel to put up videos like this. I'm recovering from an injury right now so it's especially cathartic to watch someone work through boulders and try hard.

[@joshfedge]

So glad that were able to all this og stuff that we all fell in love with!