Trying the best rated Climbing Gym in San Francisco

[@EggPunch2003]

“So far the staff has been very nice. They let us in.” Good to see Magnus has high standards for his ratings🤣🤣🤣

[@yviruss1]

😂

[@CC-uf8wi]

I almost felt like it’s because most gyms will charge you or require memberships. So that’s why? Sorry, grasping at straws to defend him XD

[@bradistic]

I assume he means they let him in to film

[@cconnon1912]

Let them in to film. Lol 😂

[@OfeqOhanaLevin]

Lolll

[@AntonFomenko]

Tried that V9 with new shoes! Didn’t help🤪🤪🤪 Need more training!!! Great video brother!🔥😎 Already miss you!🔥💪

[@danielwoods621]

Hmm, but were they done up? :P

[@808Target808]

I found the easter egg of this video at 16:47! Congrats bro!

[@Kuppa0801]

@@808Target808 Anton’s been wearing a ring on his finger for a while now.

[@dave_h_8742]

@@808Target808 Coming up to one yr anniversary soon.

[@808Target808]

@@Kuppa0801 Aiyah, i'm just blind!

[@NickBarnett23]

Wow thats my home gym! Never thought I would get to watch you climb there! Also i met Anton and he was so nice and remember my name the next time I saw him. Truly A genuine dude.

[@carsythe]

Anton seems like such a warm and sweet guy. Kinda goes against the Russian stereotypes. This is also my home gym (which is in Oakland not SF lol)

[@michaelyoo6843]

My thoughts exactly! So pleasantly surprised to see this video!

[@Jagknorr]

Ive never met you but i know your name is Nick. What does that make me? 🙃

[@caerulemusic]

@@carsythe most russians i know are very nice people. that stereotype is so hilarious and off

[@rainydayz6429]

That’d be so awesome! I wish I’d just walk into my gym one day just to see Anton and Magnus casually climbing

[@WideBoyz]

'Going feet first and locking it in the crack' = 4.5🌟 I'm ingraining the cracks into you gradually Magnus 😉

[@Chris-sv8ty]

That was such a Pete move

[@connorobryan6619]

About a year ago I started an incredibly stressful job in the public mental health field, and started a membership at my local climbing gym at the same time. I was instantly hooked by the mindful nature of climbing and it became my most important form of self care. I wanted to get better, so I took to KZbin for guidance and I found Magnus. This guy has inspired me and helped me with my climbing more than anyone and for that I’m so grateful! Thank you so much Magnus!!!

[@alvarosandin9784]

rt

[@AutistenKick]

can you exlain what you mean with mindful nature? I know what mindful means but I don't really see the connection with climbing..

[@miguelcoelho2739]

@@AutistenKick when I climb I go into a hyper focus state, I think that's what he means

[@AutistenKick]

@@miguelcoelho2739 yeah makes sense

[@travisalexphoto]

Same on all counts for me too. Working in healthcare is definitely bad on the mental and physical health. Need to have an outlet.

[@granta.8775]

I would absolutely love to see a plain ol' video where you go through and climb all the hardest boulders in this gym. This place looks amazing!

[@matteobabic4963]

I climb here it looks better than it is. The hard boulders aren’t that special. Few harder than v9 that are actually fun

[@alexantone5532]

I wish gyms would set harder than v10 lol

[@apearsfriend2147]

@@alexantone5532 if you go to colorado all gyms set above v10 and sometimes set a v13

[@zachhogg641]

@@apearsfriend2147 and the G5’s feel like v8s 😅

[@lamp091]

Agreed. He did all these way too easily.

[@Stephen_DeLuca]

Great episode. I have been climbing at Touchstone (and PG) Bay Area gyms for over 20 years and this is certainly up there as one of the best of the Bay. It should be noted though that this gym is in Oakland, not San Francisco.

[@Lynnch1213]

10 years here, Touchstone gyms are my happy place wherever I find myself in CA. Also, im surprised it wasn't mentioned- im pretty sure Pacific Pipe is THE biggest climbing gym in the country?

[@orionma5425]

That makes sense - the gym looks too spacious to exist in SF w/ the cost of real estate being what it is. I didn't realize until after you mentioned.

[@antondoty5552]

@@orionma5425 Oakland real estate isn't much cheaper in all fairness, it's only 15-20 mins away from SF. But yeah all of the warehouses in SF that a gym like this could convert into a climbing space have been owned by big tech for the past 10-15 years.

[@kallmekarma]

DEFINITELY OAKLAND!!! 🤞🏾🤞🏾🤞🏾

[@rasmusgreen6254]

Can I ask what gym you think is currently better? I go to PG now but have been thinking of switching, mostly top rope climbing curious which is the better option

[@trashpanda2219]

For anyone wondering, a few of the boulders actually were from the youth competition series (9:04, 10:36, 12:32, 14:29). Anton was spot on!

[@williamhoang5308]

Damn those are some hard routes

[@lucass4188]

Lmfao i competed at that comp.

[@brhiceshoare3502]

Thank you Magnus for inspiring me to start climbing, it’s my meditation and therapy. As a 22 year old girl whose a law student I needed an escape and climbing as become that and I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for you! Thank you

[@MrThidious]

That's almost how I view climbing as.... therapeutic... and just plain fun lol

[@henkasd4437]

We all love Magnus!

[@christophertolosa7142]

Same I started climbing a month ago and now I got twice a week and it’s become a routine for me and I’m having so much fun

[@mae65]

I am the same! Postgrad law student that’s found climbing through Magnus and fallen in love with it, it’s my therapy

[@odineinmann5299]

Same as well! Wouldnt have gotten through my masters without it

[@idunno420]

7:32 this "thank you" was the cutest thank you ever. I dont know him but i like this guy already :)

[@simonearpaio2958]

Super nice video, this is my home gym and loved to see you guys climbing at Pacific Pipe! A huge disappointment that OAKLAND is never mentioned as this gym is NOT in San Francisco but in fact in OAKLAND!!

[@kennethellison9713]

Agreed. Coming from the Bay Area I kept trying to figure out where exactly this gym is located. IMO, the best gym in SF is Planet Granite.

[@kyl3dr]

Dog patch is pretty good

[@mdhcccc]

Yeah wtf is that about? It’s like he genuinely doesn’t know where he is they mention multiple times that they are in San Francisco specifically

[@roastedmarhmallow]

I’m loving the two camera angles when you guys are close up in frame. Really gives the conversations a more playful/ dynamic feel. You are honestly a great filmmaker on top of your achievements in climbing

[@andrewbrown1675]

Wow, I climbed here all of last summer! I think the gym is definitely the best gym I’ve ever climbed at and the setting is really good. Also the gym isn’t in San Francisco it’s in Oakland lol.

[@harrisonbrand8985]

i know as a native it’s like come on guys not the same city, but it’s fine i understand 🙄

[@gabrielallen3211]

Best vid on this channel in a while! Pure climbing, and you and Anton have such a great dynamic together.

[@frankthommessen1382]

Thank you Magnus for getting me into climbing and giving me a hobby to hang on to. The videos makes me hyped into climbing more and watching you collabing with Anton brings me a lot of joy!

[@FreedyMercuryForEver]

Honestly watching Magnus' video seriously got me into climbing. I used to climb on and off before, with friends and whatnot, but now I'm watching nerdy specialized videos on YT, replays from commpetitions, going climbing once to twice a week depending on my schedule and really feeling progress in both strengh and technique, it's an amazing feeling. Thank you Magnus, for inspiring me to go back to the wall more consistently

[@bluemonk9480]

hobby to hang on to, pun not intended?

[@-_-_-_-_-_-_--]

While I totally get that no one outside the bay/your KZbin audience gets this distinction, just chiming in that Oakland gets credit for this one :). So cool to see a video featuring it!

[@mdhcccc]

I get the saying sf for the title, that’s cool I get it but not once did he mention Oakland, and when they were in the gym he specifically said how they were in sf. Guys a little slow

[@ErinArmstrongRocks]

Damn, didn't expect to see Magnus at my home gym. Was literally just climbing this area of the gym yesterday. P.S. Love that the "best gym in SF" is in Oakland!

[@MisterBoy316]

Nobody wants to say they're in Oakland it'll scare people away

[@maximilliansbabo2099]

What is the gym name?

[@jamesdazhongcook]

@@maximilliansbabo2099 Pacific Pipe!

[@moorcrypto5137]

​@@MisterBoy316 that's a lie, bay culture comes from the town not SF.

[@doreenang3974]

I like how cheerful Anton always sound. Bring a smile to my face.

[@ooogyman]

Glad to see you make it to Pacific Pipe in Oakland, Magnus! This is my home gym where I meet with my climbing group. Among other amenities, this place has programmable lockers (so no need to bring your own locks), showers, and a dry sauna. I remember coming when it opened Summer 2021 and thinking it was so huge that it felt like a climbing theme park!

[@lelmdrWHO]

I don't even climb, but climbing videos are my favorite 😊Always lovely to see Anton as well! 💜

[@dsmeier6270]

It's in Oakland actually, but it's very close to SF.

[@InfamousMS]

Visiting SF and decided to climb here yesterday because of this vid. Amazing gym, staff, and setting. Had a blast - thank you so much!

[@moorcrypto5137]

it;s oakland not SF

[@destrogamer9645]

Can already tell this is going to be a great video! Can't wait for more videos with you and Anton.

[@Puddyglum]

I loved this gym so much my wife and I took a day off and traveled here. I absolutely love it. She says she’d rather stay local and climb with friends. Of course she’s right. The best gym is the one with your local climbing community. So maybe we have to move to Oakland 😂

[@liamkij576]

Thank you Magnus for keeping me going throughout my climbing journey, once I hit v4-v5 I started loosing hope that I wasn’t good enough for this but your videos gave me hope for what’s to come, now I’m almost v6. Keep up the good work!!!

[@TheGreatestJuJu]

I never climb but I like this channel. When he reaches the flow state where every move looks incredibly controlled yet powerful, fun to watch. Sounds cheesy, poetry or art in motion

[@pyr0m4st3r6]

07:35 i love the "thank you" :D

[@Crisis_Jones]

Dear Magnus, that gym just opened so I think this is why the rating is so good. It's also in Oakland (near sf) but, its not in SF. But, there are 2 touchstone gyms in SF and they are awesome too. To be fair Pac Pipes is amazing. Thank you for coming to Cali !

[@Grumskiz]

Magnus, you really crushed that V1. Cool to see your growth over time ;)

[@allxiecleary4444]

Woo, welcome to the bay! Pacific Pipe's the biggest climbing gym in the US, but for bouldering you've gotta check out Dogpatch Boulders back in SF proper too. It's got like 2x the bouldering square footage and even more interesting route setting (though I think the same route setters). Pacific Pipe is an awesome gym, but it's possible that Pacific Pipe has a higher rating than Dogpatch because it's brand new. While you're in town, I hope you can make it to Dogpatch!

[@Marusenpai]

He has a video for Dogpatch, but it was from 2 years ago. It'd be cool if Magnus visits again :)

[@2cool4jul]

Damn, Dogpatch Boulders is a 3 minute walk from where I work and I had no idea. I've only gone bouldering once and I sucked but I've been wanting to try it again. I gotta check it out :o

[@ggpeteq]

Dope to hear how Magnus thinks it's crazy how many good gyms there are in the Bay Area. Been climbing for a year here and I feel blessed to be surrounded by so many good boulders indoors and outdoors.

[@christianb-130]

Touchstone gyms are by far the best climbing gyms in North America… their dedication to the climbers and the people who are there to even just visit is amazing…

[@liamengram6326]

May be biased because of location, but in terms of gyms with multiple locations I'd say Brooklyn Boulders and MetroRock have a place in that conversation.

[@EredilElexi]

And funnily enough when he shows his phone to the camera early on in the video touchstone is below it and is actually rating 5* not 4.9.

[@sondraspence7663]

So great, would love to see some lead climbing at these best rated gyms! Also love Anton’s humor, such sarcasm!

[@dragonblade6375]

The first 10 seconds Magnus is so honest yet humble I love it

[@n_factorial]

I just wanted to tell everyone that yesterday I faced my fear of turning outwards while climbing and completed a stemmy route with my butt to the wall. Was terrified the whole time but I did it! Great video as always Magnus and Anton!

[@eyalshahar6149]

good job! I am proud of you!

[@ginogabella9223]

Been sidelined for a couple months now with an injury, so it’s a super fun little surprise to see Magnus climbing the same routes i was trying the last time i was at the gym!

[@singforever]

Less known because it’s in Oakland XD PacPipe is awesome- thanks for visiting!

[@333deejay333]

FOR THE ALGORITHM --> thank you for making vid with Anton, they are my fav

[@alesxemsky]

Omg! Am I the only one left here in comments who has never ever tried climbing and has been watching Magnus and Anton for 2,5 years now just because they're incredibly fun and entertaining to watch? I am really worried. Should I already have started climbing?

[@lelmdrWHO]

nope! you got me lol. I've only been watching a little less than 2 years, but I don't climb. Just randomly found Magnus (and the whole fitness side of youtube) and find it entertaining and chill to watch.

[@sdaiwepm]

I started just last weekend - right here at Pacific Pipe. It's never too late!

[@drewmurray6545]

Love how this shows two good climbers but magnus shows his experience with the tough moves knowing what to do! Really admire his depth of knowledge and humility at the same time

[@AaronWoodrow1]

Yay! Pac Pipe's one of my favourite gyms! I wish I would've gone over there to watch when I heard you were filming!

[@calbertbeck6891]

It’s so cool to see you climb where I’ve climbed. I competed at that gym for youth divisionals and it was awesome. Now to see you climb there makes it so much better!

[@brooksy7132]

Watching Magnus climb a V1 with the intended beta is like watching Michelangelo paint the Sistine Chapel with a children’s watercolour kit. Love the video as usual!

[@WeThin]

underrated comment haha

[@MamaMeansFatherInGeorgian]

Never climbed but watching your videos about an year already, they are addictive really, thanks for quality! As just an observer I can say how much power Anton is putting in where Magnus is doing it with half of that power (I can see the difference between the tension of their muscles), so I guess it's all about technic, not power. So keep trying Anton, you only need some practice, don't relate just on your power, but understanding where to push and where to release.

[@randomizednamme]

Great video, love the Anton collabs. Also have finally been to a gym you have been to so I can get a reference. The title is not quite accurate since it’s in Oakland; you can say “best in the Bay Area” though.

[@ArinaThomsen]

Always love your collaborations with Anton! Somebody, sponsor Anton! He deserves new shoes!

[@SurrealSam5808]

I heard you were here a few weeks ago. I have been waiting for this video. I was literally climbing in the same area you filmed yesterday. Pac Pipe is a fantastic gym.

[@foolforjesusno1]

Hey Magnus, I just wanted to let you know, I’m not a climber but am really enjoying watching your videos. I think that is testament to who you are as a person, your abilities as a climber, and as a content creator. All the best from Sydney Australia. God bless you Mate, Chris 👍🏻

[@tommeyer3871]

These opening shots of San Francisco's tourist attractions really show tremendous effort - well done. Perhaps you have a future as a travel vlogger - or an Anton Vlogger :)

[@sk84lifeMS]

That's probably just stock footage, no?

[@tommeyer3871]

@@sk84lifeMS actually didn't consider that, but might be yes.

[@Cosmicgardening]

@@sk84lifeMS I am not gonna check in this case but the bulk of the time Magnus shoots and edits his own B-roll. Could be stock stuff here for sure but he typically scouts out the location and does a variety of filming in the area if he can when he travels. He's documented his process on here a couple times.

[@Alex-Sand]

12:44 was such a cool move. Felt like flying ! Love to see you both together again, been too long !

[@opsdark6834]

although I already go to climbing 3 times a week seeing magnus motivates so much that I just want to go back to gym and finish that one rout that I haven't

[@thejadenlp]

The video production has been skyrocketing recently. Loving the content.

[@Vincent-fv1ch]

You and Anton make great videos together!

[@camillefournierdelauriere8333]

Always nice to see Anton and you climb together!

[@rileys.4980]

So amazing to see one of my favorite climbing gyms on this channel, also isn’t pac pipe in Oakland not San Francisco.

[@pnq8487]

I can see the soul peace in both of you therefore the camera loves you and it makes it fun and chill to watch. Keep it up!

[@alexgerdisch]

YES MAGNUS. You’re looking strong as always sir! We love all of the climbing content, thank you; keep it up.

[@afedorczuk]

Magnus's honesty is refreshing to hear.

[@CelestialOtter9]

Very cool to see one of my home gyms on here. Pac pipe is technically in Oakland, not SF, but still pretty cool. A little clickbait is okay

[@vybz987]

Happy to see another just climbing video. My favourites

Hey Magnus! Thanks for making these videos! :) Every time I watch you I get the drive to go again and go bouldering. Be well! love from neighbour finlander.

[@benmoskowitz3114]

I just got to San Francisco for the summer and got a membership at this gym! Great staff and awesome place to climb. So cool seeing you climb here!

[@bigben2469]

Crazy how the video is up for only a minute and there is so many people watching already. Long way from the first videos

[@parapeciarz7472]

oH SHEEESH an old-styled video i already love it even though i havent watched it yet.

[@02468]

Next video challenge idea: Climb routes without knowing their V# and then guess which ones they were.

[@jamesbersani5400]

Anton is way to humble, he has a GREAT idea on what makes climbs fun/good. Awesome video, always look forward to your videos. AND I've subscribed to Anton's page, he's fun to follow!

[@Robbyone81]

Great to see both of you

[@StephanGanoff]

Really nice easy going video! Felt like I'm hanging out with two friends in the gym

[@UnleashedTraining101]

When I first started not long ago, I learned my leg techniques from watching Magnus climb. He seems to have the best leg work that suits my proportions. And because my hamstrings are one of my strong points that I don’t want to waste.

[@samarmstrong9708]

Gotta go to Planet Granite or Mission Cliffs if you want to actually go to a gym in SF. Great review though.

[@MisterBoy316]

Really interesting watching Anton as an incredible athlete demonstrate how it's not just physical. You could see on the V7 he was relying on brute strength and struggling even though he's very strong

[@wendywilson8488]

"That's what you get for making fun of me making fun." 🤣 Pretty much how things work at my house too. Also, I will totally sponsor Anton! Just tell me what kind, what size, and where to send them.

[@iansmith2013]

I love your videos with Anton. Especially how you both keep getting better and better at each other's specialties.

[@dHaiBui]

Any plans to check out gyms in other US cities too? Maybe Seattle?😁Would be nice to see you climb outdoors here as well!

[@bandols]

I hope this doesn't sound weird but happy to see Anton is still hanging around even with all the conflicts.

[@coni3538]

LOVE Pacific Pipe! It's such a great gym. But it's in Oakland, not San Francisco. Touchstone route setters are fantastic! As far as I've seen, Touchstone gyms don't care if you go shirtless or not.

[@chumkrimson8161]

San Francisco Bay Area. It counts.

[@coni3538]

@@chumkrimson8161 But he doesn't say "San Francisco Bay Area." He said "San Francisco." There's a difference.

[@chumkrimson8161]

Coni it’s the same bring bro. It’s all San Francisco. It doesn’t matter if it’s outside the city boundaries.

[@coni3538]

@@chumkrimson8161 You have to cross a bridge to get to Oakland from San Francisco. If they were neighboring cities with an invisible boundary, I could understand. But there's a whole body of water between the two cities.

[@ShitJustGotReel]

@@chumkrimson8161 what are you talking about fam 😂 it's literally not SF. There's over 6 miles of water between them, it's unmistakable. You sound goofy right now

[@GymLeaderJordan]

Watching your videos always makes me get out of bed and head to the gym to keep pushing myself to try to better myself each and every day. Thank you for getting me into and showing me a new love for climbing!

[@OlivierFRscooter]

I would be mad as a customer if people came in and the gym staff cut the music for them haha, I love climbing with my gym's music

[@cringeginge7663]

Wear earphones

[@anon9931]

Forcing everyone to listen to specific music is dumb in a gym. If you want to listen to music, bring your own. Especially in a gym this large where it's not awkward to be more or less silent.

[@annerschben4995]

With you, every place is a 5 point place. Thanks for your content

[@irviirv]

I don’t climb but I want that chalk bucket so bad. Maybe I can use it to store some snacks.

[@hijoeylopez]

Love Pacific Pipe! A new bay area classic!

[@mrmonsterhunter808]

I don’t think that the music thing should’ve contributed to the scoring because it’s a commercial gym. If you were invited to film or if you asked all of the other customers for permission I’d say that it could be considered but it’s a public business after all.

[@achuck8245]

Gotta love the dynamic duo being back

[@davevandenm3624]

Seems like a great gym! And most importantly it looks like the two of you are having fun 😄 Editing-wise it was a bit much on the cuts from different angles. It made the video a bit too chaotic for my taste in watching. I know you take your videos and the quality very seriously, so I hope this tiny bit of criticism helps you out for the next one :) Keep up the good work and making those boulders look easy!

[@torgeirisdahl2855]

Love it when you bring Anton with you..!

[@christianheaps9711]

Comment for the algorithm

[@naterocks96]

Loved the video. It's always pleasant with Anton around! Not a huge fan of all the little jump cuts between face cameras, but nothing I can't ignore!

[@Ex3rtDarkness]

Holy shit you were at my gym! It’s in oakland though not san francisco😂

[@DiggOlive]

magnus' coaching style: "come on, come on"

[@bobotron200]

I think rating them lower for not turning off the music is kind of harsh. I don’t believe a climbing gym should have to cater to your needs simply because you’re a well renowned climber with a KZbin channel. A gym shouldn’t be rated based off of how good it is to film your videos, it should be rated on how good it is to climb there. I love you Magnus, been following your channel for years, but that kind of put a sour taste in my mouth.

[@Stream_of_unconsiousness]

Music sucks in climbing gyms, his opinion matters on his opinion lol

[@samvalentine9243]

Most of the time I couldn’t care less what music is playing while climbing cause that’s not why I’m there. I’d guess most people wouldn’t even notice the music shut off had they done it, given all the ambient fan noise.

[@Chris-hz8lj]

I don’t think it necessarily has anything to do with him being renowned. He’s simply a KZbinr making a video reviewing the gym and I don’t think turning off the music negatively impacts people that much if at all.

[@ErikWilliam15]

I really enjoy when u go from low to high grade wise. So pleasant. Thanks for the entertainment as allways!

[@Ducksnuget]

It’s really unfair to drop a score because they wouldn’t bend to your wishes. Unless no one else is there, it’s still a business and people have expectations when they go to their gym. Music is one of them.

[@mariamueller1946]

I agree - that one confused me as well

[@sebu-690]

FINALLY CLIMBING VIDEOS!!! LOVE IT!

[@lukoutvindo1148]

No offence Magnus but you can’t expect the staff to turn off the music just because you are shooting a youtube video. They have other customers that enjoy listening to music while they climb. In my opinion you shouldn’t give a lower score over something as minuscule as that. Great video though!

[@portratratra]

"Hey, mind if I advertise your gym to a million subs?" "No, but we will make it very difficult for you."

[@kroot0x]

Climbing world tour continues, love seeing you travel and climb with people from all over. Always great content Magnus.

[@Jagknorr]

Wait, Magnus rates a gym bad because they wont turn off the music in a public gym specifically for him and his whole session? Bro…..youre spoiled. 😬🤣

[@knoxx1581]

He has done these gym reviews all over the place and they always turn it off for him out of respect and he said it wasn’t a big deal so idk what you’re talking about giving it a bad rating when he rated it a 4.2. You’re actually delusional

[@madelinerose-m4q]

I would like to watch a multi part series of you guys climbing every single wall in one of these climbing gyms. Start with every V0 then V1s and so on up to the hardest routes. You could fly through all the easy ones and also see what route setters change with each new grade. I think it would be cool to see

[@tind9908]

Love it when you make vids with Anton. Hes such a positive and uplifting guy

[@michaelb2938]

I love Magnus saying the staff were nice, they let us in.

[@MrTeckish]

“This is the best chalk bucket I’ve ever use, because I help design it” idk why this cracked me up because it is such a magnus thing to say.