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Diamond Presents: Hazel Findlay in South Korea Black Diamond Presents: Hazel Findlay in South Korea follows elite climber Hazel Findlay as she journeys through Korea to trace an unexpected thread in Black Diamond’s history—one that began with a chance connection in the mid-1980s and grew into a lasting partnership. Alongside fellow BD athlete and filmmaker Colette McInerney, Hazel steps into a country whose climbing scene has become a global force, shaped by deep roots, fresh energy, and a new generation of standout talent. In just over seven minutes, the film delivers a vivid snapshot of South Korean climbing culture: the rock, the people, and the sense of shared heritage that links distant crags and communities. It’s worth watching for its blend of travel, history, and pure climbing inspiration—an intimate, beautifully shot reminder that the sport isn’t only about the send, but about the connections and stories that keep climbers returning to the stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ApmZ21wROM https://www.youtube.com/embed/-ApmZ21wROM 2020-05-26T13:56:45Z 445 31290 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/-DWu4HygkBU/free-solo-climbing-with-a-parachute-dean-potter 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-DWu4HygkBU/hqdefault.jpg Free Solo Climbing With A Parachute - Dean Potter Dean Potter’s “Free Solo Climbing With A Parachute” captures a rare moment in Yosemite history: a visionary climber pushing into his self-described “dark arts,” blending free soloing with the last-resort promise of a BASE rig. This remastered and extended cut revisits his 2008 FreeBASE ascent of The Rostrum, finishing through the infamous Alien Roof. What makes it unmissable is the uneasy tension between mastery and consequence—moving fast and unroped on steep terrain, with only a parachute and commitment as backup. It’s a sharp portrait of a singular mind in the Valley, and a glimpse into a bold, controversial idea that still feels ahead of its time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DWu4HygkBU https://www.youtube.com/embed/-DWu4HygkBU 2021-05-16T19:00:06Z 433 9549859 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/-JY1P8YDNrU/i-tried-climbing-with-alex-honnold-again-extreme 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-JY1P8YDNrU/hqdefault.jpg I tried Climbing with Alex Honnold again...(EXTREME) Magnus Midtbø links up with Alex Honnold for another round of climbing—and it quickly turns into a full-on endurance hangout. Filmed in the USA, it’s a rare look at what happens when two very different climbing styles and personalities share the same day, the same rock, and the same push to keep things “EXTREME.” What makes this worth watching is the mix of elite ability and real-time problem solving: warm-ups, banter, small wins, and the moments where strong climbers still have to fight for every move. If you like climbing content that feels less like a highlight reel and more like you’re there for the whole session, this delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JY1P8YDNrU https://www.youtube.com/embed/-JY1P8YDNrU 2024-11-19T17:19:11Z 2230 5464304 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/-OYAIbvQ_as/up-all-day-out-all-night-in-verdon-with-yuji-hirayama-and-james-pearson 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-OYAIbvQ_as/hqdefault.jpg Up All Day, Out All Night In Verdon With Yuji Hirayama And James Pearson Join Yuji Hirayama and James Pearson for a fast, sun-soaked mission into France’s legendary Gorges du Verdon in this Episode Two of Wine Dine Climb from EpicTV. With Caroline Cavalli and the crew in tow, the road trip detours through a North Face night festival before settling into the gorge’s limestone world—less about the famous big walls this time, and more about hunting pocketed caves by the river and the wild, remote lines of La Ramirole. It’s worth watching for the mix of pure climbing stoke and travel-life charm: big scenery, quick-hit beta, and the kind of banter that only happens when you’re living out of a van with friends. The standout is Caroline’s hard-fought send of the endurance testpiece Le Feu Occulte (8b+), followed by exactly the sort of off-the-grid celebration Verdon was made for—part picnic, part gourmet camper cooking, part forest party, all packed into six punchy minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-OYAIbvQ_as https://www.youtube.com/embed/-OYAIbvQ_as 2016-04-05T08:10:47.000Z 362 48159 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/-QATvLHwwJE/heres-how-daniel-woods-had-his-best-climbing-day-ever-in-hueco-ragin-the-rockies 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-QATvLHwwJE/hqdefault.jpg Here's How Daniel Woods Had His Best Climbing Day Ever in Hueco | Ragin' the Rockies, Ep. 4 Daniel Woods heads to Hueco Tanks, Texas, for the legendary Rock Rodeo and turns a single day of bouldering into a career-best rampage. In this short episode of Ragin’ the Rockies from EpicTV, you’ll follow Daniel as he tears through a stacked tick list—ranging from V11 to V14—showing what “on form” really looks like on Hueco’s iconic stone. What makes this worth your 7 minutes is the sheer pace and intensity: big attempts, fast learning, and a rare glimpse of top-end performance under competition pressure. It’s part travel hit, part high-grade highlight reel, and all stoke—perfect for anyone who loves Hueco history, hard boulders, and the obsessive drive it takes to stack wins and V-points in a single unforgettable session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QATvLHwwJE https://www.youtube.com/embed/-QATvLHwwJE 2014-04-09T13:24:27.000Z 445 171717 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/-TeTejh1ebs/arnaud-petit-climbs-black-bean-8b-with-natural-pro-in-ce-se 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-TeTejh1ebs/hqdefault.jpg Arnaud Petit climbs "Black Bean" 8b with natural pro in Ceüse Arnaud Petit climbs “Black Bean” (8b) in the limestone amphitheater of Ceüse, taking on a stunning 65-meter line with nothing but natural protection he places himself. Filmed by Bertrand Delapierre, this short, focused film captures the blend of precision, power, and composure it takes to push hard while staying responsible for every piece between you and the ground. What makes it worth watching is the rare combination of elite difficulty and real commitment: you’ll see the pace of a long route, the micro-decisions of gear and movement, and the mental control required when the protection is earned, not pre-bolted. Add Ceüse’s iconic walls and clean, close-up climbing footage, and you get a satisfying hit of big-route atmosphere and high-end trad mastery in just 11 minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TeTejh1ebs https://www.youtube.com/embed/-TeTejh1ebs 2011-09-02T08:00:16.000Z 660 535420 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/-XpUuIgyUHE/terrore-sulleverest-1997-into-thin-air-jon-krakauer 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-XpUuIgyUHE/hqdefault.jpg Terrore sull'Everest 1997 ( Into thin air ) Jon Krakauer Terrore sull’Everest 1997 (Into Thin Air) draws you into the thin, unforgiving world of high-altitude mountaineering through the lens of Jon Krakauer’s account of Everest. Set against the immense scale of the world’s highest mountain, it revisits the ambition, pressure, and razor-thin margins that define summit day—where weather, exhaustion, and decision-making collide and every step can change everything. What makes this worth watching is how it balances raw human drama with the stark mechanics of survival above the clouds. It’s a gripping reminder that Everest isn’t conquered—it’s endured: the teamwork that holds fragile plans together, the ethical choices that haunt climbers long after they descend, and the sobering reality behind the legend. Whether you’re a climber or simply drawn to extreme stories, this is a tense, atmospheric journey into why people keep going up when turning around might be the bravest move. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XpUuIgyUHE https://www.youtube.com/embed/-XpUuIgyUHE 2015-10-01T14:34:28.000Z 5412 182114 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/-hKEyyi0F_c/hardest-route-in-italy-wonderland-9b-9b-adam-ondra 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-hKEyyi0F_c/hqdefault.jpg Hardest Route in Italy | Wonderland 9b/9b+ | Adam Ondra Adam Ondra takes on Wonderland, a breathtaking new route at the Terra Promessa crag near Arco, Italy, pushing the boundaries of what is possible on rock. Developed with the vision of Alfredo Webber, who spotted the unclimbed line and placed the bolts, Wonderland challenges even Ondra's elite skillset with a sequence of slopy pinches, tiny crimps, and a demanding tufa section that forced the team to wait out a seeping hold through the winter before conditions finally came together in spring. This film documents four intense days of effort, failed attempts, broken holds, and the emotional rollercoaster of projecting a potential 9b+ — a grade that would make it not just the hardest route in Italy, but one of the hardest in the world. Ondra's candid vlog style brings viewers inside every moment of the send, from the agonizing near-misses to the triumphant clip of the anchor, offering a rare and compelling window into what it takes to establish a route at the absolute frontier of human climbing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-hKEyyi0F_c https://www.youtube.com/embed/-hKEyyi0F_c 2022-06-29T16:00:00Z 1267 737050 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/-jWhBWGo-2M/monkey-see-monkey-do-johnny-dawes-climbing-gin-palace 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-jWhBWGo-2M/hqdefault.jpg Monkey See Monkey Do: Johnny Dawes Climbing Gin Palace Monkey See Monkey Do: Johnny Dawes Climbing Gin Palace is a bite-sized hit of pure British grit, following the inimitable Johnny Dawes as he dances his way through Gin Palace on slate. Filmed by Hot Aches Productions, it drops you right into that sharp-edged, balance-heavy world where the feet matter as much as the fingers, and every movement looks half impossible and half inevitable in Dawes’ hands. What makes this one worth your time is the contrast between style and severity: slate’s unforgiving texture, the need for precision, and the way Dawes turns micro-choices into flowing sequences. In just a couple of minutes you get a masterclass in composure—quick to watch, hard to forget, and guaranteed to leave you staring at the wall a little differently (and maybe itching to try something bold of your own). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jWhBWGo-2M https://www.youtube.com/embed/-jWhBWGo-2M 2010-03-08T04:12:20.000Z 134 87208 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/-r3cofAeN_Y/vietnam-s-hardest-deep-water-solos-ft-kyra-condie-tim-emmett 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-r3cofAeN_Y/hqdefault.jpg Vietnam’s HARDEST Deep Water Solos | ft. Kyra Condie & Tim Emmett Set among the towering limestone islands of Ha Long Bay, “Deep Water” follows competition standout Kyra Condie as she steps into the world of psicobloc—deep water soloing high above the sea. Guided by DWS pioneer Tim Emmett, Kyra learns how to move with commitment when the only “protection” is the water below. What makes this short so gripping is the blend of mentorship and pure exposure: the camera captures the quiet moments of doubt, the incremental breakthroughs, and the rush of finally letting go into the air. With sweeping boat-and-drone perspectives and a clear goal—topping out Vietnam’s “Lightning Crack” at 5.13—this is a crisp, scenic hit of adventure climbing and head-game mastery. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-r3cofAeN_Y https://www.youtube.com/embed/-r3cofAeN_Y 2020-08-12T16:16:53Z 1077 526910 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/-yNS7EF7LGI/sawanobori 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-yNS7EF7LGI/hqdefault.jpg SAWANOBORI SAWANOBORI drops you into Japan’s wild, water-carved mountains for a 12-minute immersion in the little-known tradition of climbing up rivers instead of rock. A small team of The North Face climbers—among them James Pearson, Matty Hong, Yuji Hirayama, and Caroline Ciavaldini—heads into the steep valleys near Shomyo and Fudo Waterfalls to experience “sawanobori,” where the route is a living stream and the terrain is always changing. What makes this film so gripping is how unfamiliar the challenge feels: slick stone, pounding spray, cold water, and constant force pushing you back, turning normal gear and instincts upside down. It’s part climbing, part canyon adventure, and part lesson in humility—beautiful scenery, committed movement, and a quiet intensity that builds with every upward step. If you love stories that expand what “climbing” can be, SAWANOBORI is a short, visceral watch that leaves you wanting a deeper look into this vertical playground. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yNS7EF7LGI https://www.youtube.com/embed/-yNS7EF7LGI 2019-03-21T19:32:50.000Z 767 245338 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/035PC4WXADQ/five-ten-2014-carlo-traversi-first-ascent-of-the-penrose-step-v14 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/035PC4WXADQ/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2014 | Carlo Traversi | First Ascent of The Penrose Step V14 In Five Ten 2014 | Carlo Traversi | First Ascent of The Penrose Step V14, Carlo Traversi heads to Leavenworth, Washington with a single objective: the notorious “ladder project,” an immaculate roadside shield that had shut down attempts for nearly a decade. Over four focused days in the fall of 2013, he unpacks the sequences, battles conditions, and pushes into the unknown to claim the first ascent—naming the line The Penrose Step and proposing V14, the hardest boulder problem in Washington. What makes this short film so compelling is its pure, high-stakes simplicity: just an elite climber, a proud piece of stone, and the patient process of turning possibility into certainty. You’ll get the satisfying mix of tension and progression—micro-adjustments, mounting pressure, and that unmistakable moment when everything clicks—captured against the rugged beauty and crisp feel of Pacific Northwest bouldering. If you love hard boulders, first ascents, and the mindset required to stick with a dream line until it goes, this one’s a must-watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=035PC4WXADQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/035PC4WXADQ 2014-02-17T05:28:27.000Z 268 39731 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/091eZMIbRGw/ben-revisits-statement-of-youth-the-uks-first-sport-climbing-route-moon-climbing 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/091eZMIbRGw/hqdefault.jpg Ben revisits Statement Of Youth, the UK's first sport climbing route Moon Climbing Ben Moon returns to one of the most meaningful pieces of British climbing history: Statement Of Youth, widely regarded as the UK’s first true sport climbing route. In this short film from MoonClimbing, Ben revisits the line, reflects on what it represented at the time, and reconnects with the movement, mindset, and ambition that helped shape modern climbing. It’s worth watching for the rare mix of legend-level perspective and down-to-earth honesty: how hard climbing is built, why training matters, and what it feels like to measure yourself against a route that once defined the cutting edge. Whether you’re into bouldering, sport, MoonBoard sessions, or just the stories behind iconic climbs, this is a tight, inspiring watch that links the past to the way we climb now. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=091eZMIbRGw https://www.youtube.com/embed/091eZMIbRGw 2017-06-09T10:43:02.000Z 712 15399 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/0EElCxf9XI8/uncut-daisuke-ichimiya-finnish-line-8c-v15 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0EElCxf9XI8/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Daisuke Ichimiya - Finnish Line (8C/V15) Step onto the sun-baked blocs of Rocklands, South Africa, with Uncut: Daisuke Ichimiya - Finnish Line (8C/V15), a raw, no-frills snapshot of elite bouldering. In under two minutes, mellow captures Daisuke Ichimiya taking on Finnish Line, an iconic testpiece that sits at the razor edge of power, precision, and commitment. What makes this worth watching is the simplicity: no montage, no distractions—just the full sequence as it happens. You’ll see the micro-adjustments, the body tension, and the quiet intensity that separates an attempt from a send, all distilled into a single focused moment. Whether you’re chasing hard grades yourself or just love watching mastery on stone, this is a quick hit of pure climbing that leaves a lasting impression. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EElCxf9XI8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/0EElCxf9XI8 2019-08-28T18:01:18.000Z 104 32741 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/0I2t2T-FoZc/yuji-hirayama-climbing-trip-usa-2001 1970-01-14 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0I2t2T-FoZc/hqdefault.jpg Yuji Hirayama climbing trip (usa 2001) Yuji Hirayama climbing trip (usa 2001) drops you into an early-2000s road-trip slice of American sport climbing, following Yuji Hirayama as he travels, trains, and tests himself on steep stone. In just over eight minutes, it captures the simple, addicting rhythm of a climbing trip: arriving in a new area, dialing in sequences, and pushing for that next level on routes that don’t give anything away for free. What makes this worth watching is the combination of speed and intensity—no filler, just crisp glimpses of hard climbing and the mindset behind it. If you love seeing 5.14 attempts unfold in real time, the micro-adjustments that turn “almost” into “send,” and the quiet confidence of a climber who’s spent years refining movement, this short film delivers a concentrated hit of motivation and pure rock-focused energy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0I2t2T-FoZc https://www.youtube.com/embed/0I2t2T-FoZc 2008-04-23T13:36:44.000Z 515 57104 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/0MFPl_FKg1E/ethan-pringle-kintsugi-chasing-king-lines 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0MFPl_FKg1E/hqdefault.jpg Ethan Pringle | Kintsugi | Chasing King Lines Ethan Pringle heads into the bullet-hard sandstone of Red Rocks, just outside Las Vegas, to take on Kintsugi—an arresting highball boulder that’s earned “king line” status for its beauty, isolation, and no-nonsense climbing. Filmed for Mad Rock, Chasing King Lines captures the pull of a perfect piece of stone: far from the road, high off the pads, and demanding total commitment when the moves start to bite. What makes this one worth your nine minutes is the blend of artistry and consequence—powerful sequences, a technical toe-catch that unlocks the vision, and a crux where the difficulty isn’t just the grade, but the height and the decision to go. Pringle’s calm, reflective breakdown of how Kintsugi compares to other hard lines adds rare insight, while clean cinematography keeps the exposure, tension, and satisfaction front and center as the attempt builds toward a memorable finish. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MFPl_FKg1E https://www.youtube.com/embed/0MFPl_FKg1E 2019-04-16T14:42:29.000Z 568 49452 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/0YgNnN-Omh0/angry-pirate-finish-5-13a-wide-boyz 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0YgNnN-Omh0/hqdefault.jpg Angry Pirate Finish 5.13A - Wide Boyz Pete Whittaker of the Wide Boyz takes on “Angry Pirate Finish,” one of the world’s most notorious offwidth tests, in this punchy Hot Aches Productions short. In just over six minutes, you’re dropped right into the fight: a steep, body-swallowing crack where progress is measured in inches, composure, and a willingness to embrace the squeeze. This is trad climbing at its most raw and specific—no flashy edits needed, just the brutal honesty of wide climbing done at a 5.13a level. Watch for the precision in awkward positions, the micro-rests won by technique, and the mental grit required to keep moving when everything says stop. If you love crack climbing, offwidth suffering, or simply seeing elite climbers wrestle with the unglamorous side of difficulty, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YgNnN-Omh0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/0YgNnN-Omh0 2019-01-25T13:12:02.000Z 375 21419 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/0kBjb1yfabI/gopro-to-climb-an-iceberg-in-4k 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0kBjb1yfabI/hqdefault.jpg GoPro: To Climb An Iceberg in 4K Set sail into Greenland’s Disko Bay with GoPro as “To Climb An Iceberg in 4K” follows pro ice climbers Klemen Premrl and Aljaz Anderle on a rare kind of objective: finding the perfect iceberg and attempting to stand on its summit. From the deck of La Louise to the base of towering blue walls, the film captures the strange mix of beauty and danger that comes with climbing something that’s constantly shifting, cracking, and melting beneath you. What makes this short worth your time is how immediate it feels—crisp 4K imagery, up-close movement on ice, and the ever-present tension of an unstable line that could change in seconds. It’s part expedition, part lesson in judgment: when to push, when to adapt, and how teamwork and calm decision-making matter as much as strength. If you love high-stakes adventure and the hypnotic textures of ice climbing, this one delivers a fast, unforgettable hit of arctic exposure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kBjb1yfabI https://www.youtube.com/embed/0kBjb1yfabI 2014-11-18T15:58:32.000Z 825 6571732 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/0m4_fxmDK5c/stefano-ghisolfi-su-perfecto-mundo-9b-spazio-verticale-128 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0m4_fxmDK5c/hqdefault.jpg STEFANO GHISOLFI su PERFECTO MUNDO 9b+ | Spazio Verticale 128 Stefano Ghisolfi takes on “Perfecto Mundo” (9b+) in Margalef in this fast-hitting episode from EpicTV Italia, dropping you straight into the atmosphere of a modern sport-climbing proving ground. In under eight minutes, you get a focused look at what it means to step into the rare circle of climbers who’ve successfully climbed this grade—where every move is earned, every rest is negotiated, and the margin for error feels microscopic. What makes this worth watching is the intensity packed into a short runtime: the tension of a cutting-edge redpoint, the precision of high-end beta, and the raw satisfaction of seeing commitment pay off on one of the world’s headline routes. If you love elite performance, steep limestone, and the mental grind behind top-end sport climbing, this is a crisp burst of motivation that’ll have you eyeing your own “perfect world” project. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m4_fxmDK5c https://www.youtube.com/embed/0m4_fxmDK5c 2018-12-11T15:56:40.000Z 470 114817 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/14E1o_F51Ew/black-diamond-presents-adam-ondra-the-balkans-road-trip 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/14E1o_F51Ew/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond Presents: Adam Ondra—The Balkans Road Trip Black Diamond Presents: Adam Ondra—The Balkans Road Trip follows one of climbing’s most electrifying talents as he heads into Southeastern Europe with a van, a rack, and an appetite for the unknown. From the limestone walls of Bosnia to Croatia’s steep, sea-swept cliffs, Adam Ondra turns a simple road trip into a high-stakes tour of new lines, big goals, and the kind of movement that looks a few years ahead of the rest of the sport. What makes this film worth your 17 minutes is the mix of intensity and joy: hard first ascents, bold attempts on serious multi-pitch terrain, and the behind-the-scenes moments that show how world-class climbing actually happens day to day. It’s a fast, inspiring watch that captures not just cutting-edge sport climbing, but the friendships and shared obsession that tie together a global climbing community—no matter what country you’re in. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14E1o_F51Ew https://www.youtube.com/embed/14E1o_F51Ew 2019-02-27T13:51:51.000Z 1065 416744 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/15EjJGzDQLg/the-unexpected-tanner-bauer 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/15EjJGzDQLg/hqdefault.jpg The Unexpected | Tanner Bauer In The Unexpected, Mad Rock follows athlete Tanner Bauer on a short, stoke-fueled weekend mission to Indian Creek, Utah—one of trad climbing’s most iconic proving grounds. With just a little time and two big objectives, Tanner heads into the desert cracks and boulders chasing the kind of climbing that demands equal parts patience, precision, and grit. What makes this film worth your ten minutes is its focused, all-in energy: a tight window, high-consequence challenges, and that unmistakable Creek texture where every move tests your composure. From the pull of a hard boulder problem to the intrigue of an obscure trad line, The Unexpected captures the thrill of committing to a plan and adapting when climbing serves up something different—leaving you fired up to get outside and try your own. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15EjJGzDQLg https://www.youtube.com/embed/15EjJGzDQLg 2020-03-19T19:56:37.000Z 654 22029 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/17RNUrK1_K4/dave-macleod-on-sin-domesticar-8c-margalef 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/17RNUrK1_K4/hqdefault.jpg Dave MacLeod on Sin Domesticar 8c+, Margalef Dave MacLeod on Sin Domesticar 8c+, Margalef drops you into the sun-baked limestone of Catalunya for a quick, concentrated look at one of sport climbing’s benchmark difficulties. In just under three minutes, MacLeod tackles Sin Domesticar with the calm intensity he’s known for, moving through Margalef’s distinctive pockets and razor-edged holds with total commitment. What makes this worth watching is the clarity of the effort: no fluff, just the rhythm of a hard redpoint and the subtle details that separate an attempt from a send. It’s a sharp hit of high-grade sport climbing—perfect if you want motivation, a glimpse of 8c+ movement on steep limestone, or a reminder of how much precision and belief it takes to pull through when the route starts saying “no.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=17RNUrK1_K4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/17RNUrK1_K4 2008-11-26T23:49:54.000Z 178 20857 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/1cD6TGUUaoI/summer-solstice-in-wales-a-trad-climbing-journey 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1cD6TGUUaoI/hqdefault.jpg Summer Solstice In Wales - A Trad Climbing Journey Four of Europe’s strongest trad climbers—Jacopo Larcher, Babsi Zangerl, Roland Hemetzberger, and Lara Neumeier—head to South Wales for a summer solstice mission on the sea cliffs of Pembroke. With long northern days on their side and a wild coastline beneath their feet, they hunt down proud lines, build trust in gear, and commit to hard, beautiful routes where the crux isn’t just the moves—it’s keeping it together when the exposure and the elements start pushing back. What makes this film worth your time is how clearly it captures the real rhythm of trad: scouting, doubting, trying again, and finally going for it when everything still feels a little uncertain. Expect salty air, big positions, and that uniquely Welsh blend of adventure and grit—plus the best kind of climbing stoke that comes from sharing a trip with friends who are all chasing their own personal send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cD6TGUUaoI https://www.youtube.com/embed/1cD6TGUUaoI 2017-11-21T14:33:44.000Z 1260 29083 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/1dJLN43G6KA/boogie-til-you-poop-hungover-rock-climber-canadian-legend-jason-kruk 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1dJLN43G6KA/hqdefault.jpg Boogie Til You Poop, Hungover Rock Climber, Canadian Legend Jason Kruk Cedar Wright captures a short, unfiltered slice of Squamish climbing chaos when Canadian legend Jason Kruk takes on a gnarly 5.11 offwidth called “Boogie ’til You Puke” while hungover—and things immediately go sideways. Mid-thrash, Kruk’s knee gets wedged deep in the crack, turning an ordinary send attempt into a cramped, painful, and increasingly absurd predicament as the cameras keep rolling. What makes this worth watching is the rare mix of real consequence and full-on comedy: the claustrophobic wrestling match with the rock, the dawning realization that this is becoming a rescue, and the kind of nervous laughter you only get when the situation is both awful and unforgettable. With quick pacing and a punchline the climb earns the hard way, it’s a perfect bite-sized reminder that offwidths don’t just test your technique—they test your dignity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dJLN43G6KA https://www.youtube.com/embed/1dJLN43G6KA 2010-08-25T18:22:45.000Z 234 73269 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/1uJO0cQV-lA/north-6-the-greatest-north-faces-of-the-alps 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1uJO0cQV-lA/hqdefault.jpg North 6 | The Greatest North Faces Of The Alps North 6 follows Swiss alpinist Roger Schäli and South Tyrolean climber Simon Gietl as they chase a modern-day “Grand Slam” of the Alps: the legendary north faces of the Grosser Zinne, Piz Badile, Matterhorn, Eiger, Petit Dru, and the Grandes Jorasses. Inspired by Gaston Rébuffat’s classic Stars and Storms, they set out on a crisp autumn morning with an audacious twist—link the walls nonstop and travel between summits under their own power, by road bike, on foot, on rope, and even by paraglider. What makes this film so watchable is the scale and variety of the challenge: 1100 kilometers of movement, huge vertical gain and loss, and six intimidating shadowed faces that demand skill, strategy, and restraint. It’s not just about hard climbing, but about decision-making, weather windows, fatigue, teamwork, and the respect these mountains require—an immersive, high-alpine adventure that feels as much like an expedition as a climbing film. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uJO0cQV-lA https://www.youtube.com/embed/1uJO0cQV-lA 2023-12-19T15:58:47Z 1705 140235 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/2-RaOmFbOQ0/chris-sharma-sends-5-14c-8c-yuji-hirayamas-project-in-japan 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2-RaOmFbOQ0/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma sends 5.14c (8c+) Yuji Hirayama's project in Japan Chris Sharma heads to the limestone of Gozeniwa in Okutama, Japan to take on “Time Machine” (5.14c/8c+), a demanding line first envisioned as a project by legendary Japanese climber Yuji Hirayama. With Hirayama on belay and Sachi Amma sharing the crag on neighboring routes, this short film captures the rare convergence of generations and styles—Sharma’s instinctive power and flow set against a route that asks for total precision. What makes this worth watching is the feel of a true send day: the quiet focus between attempts, the small decisions that stack into success, and the intensity of trying hard when the holds are poor and the margin is thin. Hirayama’s presence adds an extra layer of meaning as he talks through the climb and the process, turning a straightforward send clip into a glimpse of craft, respect, and commitment at the top end of sport climbing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-RaOmFbOQ0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/2-RaOmFbOQ0 2019-11-27T06:29:20.000Z 898 83456 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/292hjG1vzKs/ryuichi-murai-destroys-magic-woods-hardest-boulders 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/292hjG1vzKs/hqdefault.jpg Ryuichi Murai Destroys Magic Wood's Hardest Boulders When Ryuichi Murai rolls into Switzerland’s legendary Magic Wood, it’s with a clear goal: climb the forest’s hardest boulders, fast. In this short EpicTV hit, he keeps the momentum through damp conditions and stubborn rock, stacking an outrageous tick list that includes multiple 8C/V15 lines alongside a run of 8B+/V14 and 8B/V13 classics, all captured on the ground and from the air. What makes this one so satisfying is the pace and precision—Murai doesn’t just battle the grades, he makes them look systematic, unlocking sequences in a handful of attempts and moving with that calm, ruthless efficiency only top boulderers have. Expect crisp filming, moody woodland atmosphere, and a steady stream of high-end attempts and sends that’ll leave you psyched to pull hard, trust your feet, and chase your own “one more try” moment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=292hjG1vzKs https://www.youtube.com/embed/292hjG1vzKs 2017-07-31T11:31:16.000Z 329 44290 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/2CjRj2rRgyQ/first-ascents-in-val-bavona 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2CjRj2rRgyQ/hqdefault.jpg First Ascents in Val Bavona In First Ascents in Val Bavona, Giuliano Cameroni, Keenan Takahashi, and Jimmy Webb drop into Ticino’s granite chaos to hunt down untouched boulders and turn blank stone into new problems. In just over six minutes, you’re taken into the wild shapes and quiet intensity of Val Bavona as the crew scopes landings, dials sequences, and commits to first ascents in one of Switzerland’s most striking valleys. What makes this one worth your time is how much story it packs into a short, mellow watch: real projecting, real uncertainty, and the satisfying moment when a line finally goes. It’s a clean hit of modern bouldering—strong climbers moving with purpose, crisp filming from the team themselves, and the simple motivation that keeps everyone coming back outside: finding something new, and earning it on the rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CjRj2rRgyQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/2CjRj2rRgyQ 2019-05-20T17:59:13.000Z 366 29575 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/2EdpRxSWRPc/five-ten-2014-jimmy-webb-feels-like-home-climbing-rocklands-south-africa 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2EdpRxSWRPc/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2014 | Jimmy Webb | Feels Like Home - Climbing Rocklands, South Africa Five Ten’s Feels Like Home follows Jimmy Webb back to Rocklands, South Africa, where the endless orange sandstone and crisp desert air set the stage for another season of world-class bouldering. After a standout year, Jimmy and crew push beyond the familiar circuits, hiking past established zones to scout fresh stone, brush new lines, and test themselves on proud, difficult problems that capture what makes Rocklands so magnetic. What makes this film worth your time is the mix of exploration and pure performance: long approaches, quiet moments of discovery, and then the sharp intensity of crux sequences on razor crimps and steep features. It’s a short, high-energy watch that celebrates the craft behind bouldering—finding, cleaning, and committing to new problems—while delivering that satisfying sense of being far from everything, focused on the next move. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EdpRxSWRPc https://www.youtube.com/embed/2EdpRxSWRPc 2014-11-12T17:12:11.000Z 437 239143 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/2HmQ27XEipg/9-neil-greshams-masterclass-drop-knee 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2HmQ27XEipg/hqdefault.jpg 9 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Drop Knee Neil Gresham’s Masterclass turns its focus to one of climbing’s slickest overhang weapons: the drop knee (often called the Egyptian). In just over five minutes, this bite-sized lesson breaks down how twisting into the wall and sinking a knee can transform the way you move through steep terrain, shifting the effort from frantic pulling to controlled, efficient body positioning. What makes this episode worth your time is how quickly it clears up a common mistake—hips drifting out, arms doing all the work—and replaces it with a repeatable setup you can take straight to the gym or crag. You’ll come away with practical cues for when to use a drop knee, how to engage it without losing tension, and why this “cool-looking” move is really an energy-saving cheat code for harder, steeper climbing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HmQ27XEipg https://www.youtube.com/embed/2HmQ27XEipg 2016-02-21T11:46:00.000Z 309 134121 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/2Ofz56VrKIE/you-wont-believe-how-cool-or-how-hard-these-boulder-problems-are-viva-pe-oles-ep 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2Ofz56VrKIE/hqdefault.jpg You Won't Believe How Cool (or How Hard) These Boulder Problems Are | Viva Peñoles, Ep. 2 A dream-team of America’s strongest boulderers rolls into the hidden granite of Peñoles, Mexico, chasing classics and hunting new limits in the Chihuahua desert. In Episode 2 of Viva Peñoles, you’ll follow Jimmy Webb, Daniel Woods, Dave Graham, Paul Robinson, Diego Montull, and Shawn Raboutou as they settle into the zone—reading razor-crimps, trusting slopers, and unlocking sequences on iconic lines like Hungry Ghost (V11), Fumanchu (V11), and Herencia Del Fuego (V12/13). This is bouldering at its most addictive: short, brutal problems that demand creativity, precision, and the kind of effort that looks impossible until it suddenly clicks. Between desert scenery, tight crew energy, and a steady stream of attempts that swing from “so close” to full-send, it’s a quick hit of high-level climbing that will leave you psyched to train—and slightly relieved you’re not the one hanging on those last pads of skin. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ofz56VrKIE https://www.youtube.com/embed/2Ofz56VrKIE 2014-04-09T13:40:05.000Z 374 50602 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/2ZF3lDjfr4E/southern-madness-taylor-mcneill-part-2 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2ZF3lDjfr4E/hqdefault.jpg Southern Madness | Taylor McNeill | Part 2 Southern Madness | Taylor McNeill | Part 2 follows Taylor McNeill back into the humid intensity of the American South-East, where one boulder problem has been living rent-free in his head for two years: Southern Drawl (V15). After moving away, the unfinished business only grew louder, pulling him back for a four-week mission built around a single line of brutally hard moves and the promise that this time he’d finally connect them. What makes this one hit is the razor-edge timing and the honesty of the process: fourteen days of effort across seasons, multiple sessions falling on the final move, and one last day with a flight looming. You’ll feel the shift from pressure and obsession to the strange calm of letting go—and then the precision it takes to make every move count when it matters most. It’s short, intense, and deeply relatable for anyone who’s ever given everything to a climb that refuses to yield. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZF3lDjfr4E https://www.youtube.com/embed/2ZF3lDjfr4E 2019-04-30T15:11:01.000Z 381 7653 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/2_UveoANXgg/frictionlabs-athlete-ben-burkhalter-sends-blade-runner-v15-8c-3rd-ascent 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2_UveoANXgg/hqdefault.jpg FrictionLabs Athlete Ben Burkhalter sends Blade Runner V15/8C! (3rd ascent). FrictionLabs Athlete Ben Burkhalter sends Blade Runner V15/8C! (3rd ascent) follows Ben Burkhalter in Rocky Mountain National Park as he takes on Giuliano Cameroni’s cutting-edge power-crimp testpiece, Blade Runner, on the iconic Jade boulder in Upper Chaos Canyon. In under two minutes, you get a crisp snapshot of a modern hard bouldering mission: precision, patience, and total commitment to small holds. What makes it worth watching is how quickly the story hits: three sessions, a brutal crimp line, and the kind of composed effort that separates “almost” from “sent.” Tight filming and motion graphics keep the pace high, while the setting and movement deliver that addictive mix of tension and release—ideal if you love seeing elite-level bouldering distilled down to the essential moments of doubt, adjustment, and victory. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_UveoANXgg https://www.youtube.com/embed/2_UveoANXgg 2019-08-21T17:40:29.000Z 118 10096 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/2cMTaWFcvME/uncut-zach-galla-the-game-v15-8c 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2cMTaWFcvME/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Zach Galla - The Game (V15/8C) Zach Galla steps up to one of bouldering’s most iconic proving grounds in Uncut: Zach Galla - The Game (V15/8C). In this tight, unfiltered glimpse from mellow, you’re right there for his attempt on “The Game,” the storied V15 first climbed by Daniel Woods in 2010—an ascent that’s become a benchmark for the world’s strongest and most composed climbers. What makes this worth your minute is the intensity packed into every second: the quiet focus before pulling on, the precision required on razor-thin margins, and the way power and control have to meet perfectly for hard boulders like this to go down. It’s a quick hit of modern top-end bouldering—clean, direct, and deeply satisfying—showing why legendary lines earn their reputation and why the best performances look both brutal and beautifully calm. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cMTaWFcvME https://www.youtube.com/embed/2cMTaWFcvME 2020-03-19T21:15:19.000Z 86 32528 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/2lboIxo_u-E/the-cutting-edge-5-13d-3rd-4th-ascents 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2lboIxo_u-E/hqdefault.jpg The Cutting Edge 5.13d (3rd+4th ascents) In The Cutting Edge 5.13d (3rd+4th ascents), FrictionLabs heads to Joshua Tree for an ode to old-school testpieces and one of the park’s most storied sport lines. First established by Scott “Coz” Cosgrove in 1989, The Cutting Edge stood as a king-grade 5.13d that went nearly three decades without a repeat—until a new wave of athletes returned to measure themselves against its sharp edges, slick feet, and unforgiving sequences. This short film is worth your ten minutes for the mix of history and high-stakes execution: the tension of rare ascents, the precision of JTree climbing where nothing is gifted, and the pure relief of clipping chains on terrain that’s humbled generations. With Keenan Takahashi’s breakthrough and Jeremy Schoenborn and Robbie Phillips adding the 3rd and 4th ascents, it’s a concentrated hit of motivation—equal parts holiday stoke, desert grit, and a reminder that the best lines don’t get easier, you just get better. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lboIxo_u-E https://www.youtube.com/embed/2lboIxo_u-E 2019-12-26T22:23:13Z 655 37950 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/2pSbj6mIFy0/nalle-hukkataival-8c-and-8c-boulder-compilation-livin-large-gioia 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2pSbj6mIFy0/hqdefault.jpg Nalle Hukkataival 8c and 8c+ boulder compilation. Livin large ,Gioia... Nalle Hukkataival 8c and 8c+ boulder compilation. Livin large ,Gioia... is a fast-paced bouldering reel featuring one of the sport’s most iconic power-endurance specialists in a string of hard sends. In just over eight minutes, Nalle Hukkataival links together attempts and successes on a lineup of top-tier problems, including Livin Large (8c), Gioia (8c+), Understanding (8c), Practice of the Wild (8c), The Bügeleisen Sit Start (8c+), La Force Tranquille (8c), and Kintsugi (8c). What makes this worth watching is the sheer density of difficulty: V15-level movement stacked back-to-back, with every clip showing the small margins that separate a try from a send. Expect sharp tension, precise footwork, and those signature moments where body position, timing, and commitment snap into place—an ideal hit of inspiration whether you’re chasing your next project or just want to see what world-class bouldering looks like when it all comes together. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pSbj6mIFy0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/2pSbj6mIFy0 2016-10-26T15:30:16.000Z 503 86591 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/2quugpJRAms/kunur-sayana-bolting-and-climbing-a-perfect-line-in-peru 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2quugpJRAms/hqdefault.jpg Kunur Sayana - Bolting and climbing a perfect line in Peru High in the Peruvian Andes, Charlotte Durif and Josh Larson stumble upon a striking 230-meter limestone triangle at 4,800 meters and decide to turn it into a dream multipitch. Kunur Sayana follows their journey of discovery, bolting, and climbing “Vuelo del Condor,” a proud new line that kicks off with 8a+ and keeps the intensity rolling with three consecutive 8a pitches in the middle of the wall. What makes this film so addictive is the blend of big-mountain atmosphere and razor-sharp sport climbing: thin air, clean stone, and sustained difficulty where every pitch has consequences. You’ll get the full arc—from the quiet commitment of equipping a route to the decisive, high-pressure climbing that follows—captured with a sense of scale that makes the wall feel both beautiful and intimidating. If you love ambitious new routes, partner teamwork, and the thrill of moving confidently above the bolts you just placed, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2quugpJRAms https://www.youtube.com/embed/2quugpJRAms 2020-05-08T10:00:11Z 1068 34533 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/2sI1Upt1ZCI/dave-macleod-and-andy-turner-climb-piggots-route-v-6 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2sI1Upt1ZCI/hqdefault.jpg Dave MacLeod and Andy Turner climb Piggot's Route (V,6) Hot Aches Productions follows Scottish winter icons Dave MacLeod and Andy Turner as they climb Piggot’s Route (V,6) on Ben Nevis, a classic line tackled in full winter condition. More than a quick ascent, it’s a nod to the legacy of Robin Smith and Jimmy Marshall—celebrating the spirit that helped define hard, committing winter climbing in the UK. Worth watching for its stripped-back, same-day energy: no fluff, just sharp movement on steep ice and mixed ground, calm decision-making, and the quiet intensity of two experienced partners operating high above the CIC hut. If you love big-mountain atmosphere packed into a short runtime, this is a punchy dose of Nevis winter—raw, respectful, and seriously inspiring. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sI1Upt1ZCI https://www.youtube.com/embed/2sI1Upt1ZCI 2010-02-16T09:45:33.000Z 259 21764 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/34BC5VgSuDk/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-18 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/34BC5VgSuDk/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #18 Adam Ondra wraps up his Climbing The Americas road trip series in this fast-paced final vlog, filmed during the team’s last days in Chile’s dramatic Valle de los Cóndores. In just six minutes, you’re dropped into the rhythms of travel, the pull of a world-class crag, and the mindset it takes to show up when the trip is winding down but the hardest goals are still on the table. What makes this episode stand out is its mix of high-end sport climbing ambition and the behind-the-scenes craft that keeps new lines coming to life. Watch Adam go all-in on a flash attempt of La Sensación del Bloque (9a), then pivot from performance to creation as he bolts a fresh project of his own—Cachai—hinted as a possible 9a+. It’s a satisfying finale: a snapshot of commitment, problem-solving, and pure stoke, equal parts send effort and route-building curiosity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34BC5VgSuDk https://www.youtube.com/embed/34BC5VgSuDk 2019-02-08T12:05:42.000Z 361 51314 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/35Kry149M44/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-8 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/35Kry149M44/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #8 Adam Ondra’s Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) – vlog #8 is a quick-hit episode from his November 2018 travel series, following Adam and his crew as they bounce between iconic climbing zones in the USA and Chile. This chapter drops into Smith Rock, where the camera stays close as he sets his sights on a historic line: To Bolt Or Not To Be, widely known as America’s first 5.14a (8b+). What makes this short vlog punch above its runtime is the mix of road-trip momentum and high-stakes precision—watching a world-class climber try to onsight a landmark route turns every move into a decision, every shake-out into a countdown. With crisp filming and a calm, focused vibe, it’s a satisfying snapshot of Smith Rock’s legacy and the mindset it takes to step onto a route that helped define a grade. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35Kry149M44 https://www.youtube.com/embed/35Kry149M44 2018-12-10T16:05:27.000Z 188 85582 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/367YsIRM3xI/ethan-pringle-everything-is-karate-5-14-c-d-fa 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/367YsIRM3xI/hqdefault.jpg Ethan Pringle | Everything is Karate 5.14 C/D FA Ethan Pringle | Everything is Karate captures one of climbing’s most electric moments: the first ascent of an all‑natural 5.14 c/d sport route on California granite. In just under seven minutes, Mad Rock and Three Peak Films follow Pringle as he squares up to an obvious, proud line—pure stone, pure movement, and a level of difficulty that demands total commitment. What makes this film worth watching is the rare combination of beauty and brutality: clean granite features, sustained sequences, and the kind of precise footwork and body tension that turns “hard” into an art form. Pringle’s own excitement is contagious as he explains why this route stands out among his toughest climbs—quality rock, a standout location, and an unrelenting crux-to-anchor battle that will leave you inspired to chase your own impossible line. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=367YsIRM3xI https://www.youtube.com/embed/367YsIRM3xI 2017-11-02T16:29:06Z 414 70994 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/3B2c1SXbNGY/the-north-face-presents-unknown-factors 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3B2c1SXbNGY/hqdefault.jpg The North Face presents: Unknown Factors The North Face presents: Unknown Factors drops you into India’s remote Baspa Valley as a small team of elite climbers chases the kind of expedition that can’t be planned on paper. Sparked by a vision first floated by the late Hansjörg Auer, the trip brings together Jacopo Larcher, Siebe Vanhee, the Pou brothers, and Matty Hong for a journey built around big walls, shifting ambitions, and the pull of unexplored terrain. What makes this film click is its honest embrace of uncertainty: fickle mountain weather, changing conditions, and a “no single objective” mindset that turns every decision into a test of creativity and commitment. It’s a tight, atmospheric watch that captures the real flavor of exploration—problem-solving on the fly, the tension of going all-in without guarantees, and the quiet moments that remind you why climbers keep seeking the unknown. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B2c1SXbNGY https://www.youtube.com/embed/3B2c1SXbNGY 2020-05-19T15:00:10Z 1138 3123 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/3D0Mp0RrQRA/john-dunne-big-issue 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3D0Mp0RrQRA/hqdefault.jpg JOHN DUNNE - BIG ISSUE JOHN DUNNE - BIG ISSUE follows British climbing icon John Dunne at a pivotal moment, when the stakes feel as personal as they are public. Shot by Sid Perou, the film drops you into Dunne’s world of hard rock, big commitments, and the constant negotiation between ambition, livelihood, and the next problem that won’t let go. What makes it worth your time is its grounded, behind-the-scenes honesty: the texture of real days out, the pressure of keeping momentum as a “professional” climber, and the quiet intensity that builds before you ever leave the ground. It’s a compact portrait of drive and doubt, with enough grit, humor, and edge-of-the-seat climbing to remind you why bold lines and bigger issues so often come together on steep stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D0Mp0RrQRA https://www.youtube.com/embed/3D0Mp0RrQRA 2015-07-02T10:17:03.000Z 2382 43294 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/3Kfn8onrY-k/patrick-berhault-e-patrick-edlinger-m-civetta 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3Kfn8onrY-k/hqdefault.jpg Patrick Berhault e Patrick Edlinger ( M. Civetta ) A brief but memorable ride into the Dolomites, Patrick Berhault e Patrick Edlinger ( M. Civetta ) captures two iconic names in European climbing against the steep limestone of Monte Civetta. Released by TreChiodi, this short film evokes the atmosphere of classic alpine rock—big walls, clean lines, and the unmistakable pull of a historic massif. What makes it worth your three minutes is the distilled feeling of committing to real mountain stone: exposure that drops away, movement that has to be precise, and the quiet confidence of climbers who helped define a generation. If you love the Dolomiti aesthetic—pale rock, sharp architecture, and routes with legend baked into every pitch—this is a quick hit of alpine inspiration that will leave you wanting the next climb. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Kfn8onrY-k https://www.youtube.com/embed/3Kfn8onrY-k 2010-12-26T14:56:20.000Z 188 27833 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/3T1EKenKYoE/jimmy-webb-lucid-dreaming-v15-8c 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3T1EKenKYoE/hqdefault.jpg Jimmy Webb: Lucid Dreaming (V15/8C) Jimmy Webb: Lucid Dreaming (V15/8C) follows one of bouldering’s most precise tacticians as he heads to Bishop, California to take on a problem that doesn’t cater to his strengths. In this short film from mellow, Jimmy steps into uncomfortable terrain—an “anti-style” line that demands new movement, new timing, and total commitment—captured and edited by Kevin Takashi Smith. What makes this worth watching is the quiet tension of mastery meeting resistance: the small recalibrations, the patient rehearsal, and the moments where power alone isn’t enough. With Bishop’s stark granite as the backdrop, Lucid Dreaming distills high-end bouldering into its most addictive ingredients—problem solving, persistence, and that instant when everything finally clicks at the limit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3T1EKenKYoE https://www.youtube.com/embed/3T1EKenKYoE 2020-01-31T18:09:23.000Z 439 125595 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/3Y80e0S98Tk/dave-macleod-breathless-e9-7a-uncut-crux 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3Y80e0S98Tk/hqdefault.jpg Dave Macleod- Breathless E9 7a (Uncut Crux) Dave MacLeod – Breathless E9 7a (Uncut Crux) drops you straight into the sharp end of hard Scottish trad, capturing an uninterrupted crux sequence from Breathless during the period Hot Aches were filming their E11 project. In just over four minutes, you get a close, unfiltered look at MacLeod’s precision on terrain where the difficulty is only half the story and commitment does the rest. What makes this worth watching is how little it hides: no quick cuts, no narrative padding—just the real rhythm of a top climber solving a high-stakes problem in real time. It’s a compact shot of pure intensity, perfect if you love studying movement, breathing, and decision-making under pressure, or if you simply want a concentrated hit of trad climbing tension that leaves your palms sweating. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Y80e0S98Tk https://www.youtube.com/embed/3Y80e0S98Tk 2019-06-28T10:35:11Z 244 11938 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/3abV7_jnEVc/dave-macleod-climbs-blind-vision-e10-in-the-dark 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3abV7_jnEVc/hqdefault.jpg Dave MacLeod Climbs Blind Vision E10... in the Dark! In this punchy short from Hot Aches Productions, Dave MacLeod takes on Blind Vision (E10) on the gritstone of England’s Peak District—pushing into the surreal challenge of climbing one of the country’s hardest routes in near darkness. It’s a stripped-back look at a climber operating right on the edge, where every smear, crimp, and body position has to be perfect even when visibility and certainty are running low. What makes it so watchable is the contrast between the calm, controlled movement and the intensity of what’s actually at stake. The darkness amplifies the commitment, turning a technical grit testpiece into a psychological one: trust your feet, trust the sequence, and keep moving when your instincts say stop. At just over five minutes, it’s a concentrated shot of hard-grit drama and MacLeod’s trademark precision—ideal viewing when you want maximum inspiration in minimum time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3abV7_jnEVc https://www.youtube.com/embed/3abV7_jnEVc 2011-04-14T17:28:00.000Z 329 30198 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/3cMVANB7--U/jakob-schubert-in-magic-wood-2020-the-never-ending-story-flash-uncut 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3cMVANB7--U/hqdefault.jpg Jakob Schubert in Magic Wood 2020 - The Never Ending Story FLASH - UNCUT Jakob Schubert in Magic Wood 2020 - The Never Ending Story FLASH - UNCUT follows one of the sport’s most accomplished climbers as he returns to Switzerland’s famed Magic Wood the moment the borders reopen. Across two packed days, Schubert dives straight into steep granite testpieces—moving from “One Summer in Paradise” through a string of hard classics, building toward an uncut look at “Neverending Story” and the mindset it takes to try for an 8B+ flash. What makes this film worth your time is its raw, no-frills immediacy: attempts are shown as they happen, with the pacing of a real session and the tension of committing above the last good hold. You’ll get a front-row seat to elite decision-making—micro-adjustments, pace changes, and that quiet confidence required to turn uncertainty into a send—set against the atmosphere that’s made Magic Wood a pilgrimage for boulderers worldwide. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cMVANB7--U https://www.youtube.com/embed/3cMVANB7--U 2020-06-18T19:31:40Z 663 26501 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/3cWfUmapmb0/ryuichi-murai-nexus-v16-8c-fa-shiobara 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3cWfUmapmb0/hqdefault.jpg Ryuichi Murai - Nexus(V16/8C+) FA, Shiobara Ryuichi Murai returns to Shiobara, Japan to establish Nexus—a razor-sharp new boulder problem and first ascent at V16/8C+. In this tight, no-nonsense session, you get a clear look at the movement, the intensity of the attempts, and the commitment it takes to link everything together on a true top-end line. What makes this worth watching is the combination of precision and power: body tension through steep terrain, problem-solving on the fly, and the satisfying arc from tries to send. It’s a short film that captures the real feel of hard bouldering—small margins, big effort, and a clean finish on an iconic new climb. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cWfUmapmb0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/3cWfUmapmb0 2023-06-04T12:47:41Z 501 60959 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/3fYaRCG_C5c/dave-macleod-and-andy-turner-climb-great-chimney-on-ben-nevis 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3fYaRCG_C5c/hqdefault.jpg Dave MacLeod and Andy Turner climb Great Chimney on Ben Nevis Join Hot Aches Productions for a crisp slice of Scottish winter climbing as Dave MacLeod and Andy Turner tackle the Great Chimney on Ben Nevis. Shot and cut with immediate, hut-that-night energy, the film follows their ascent as a tribute to the legacy of Robin Smith and Jimmy Marshall, whose bold achievements helped define what’s possible in the Ben. In just over five minutes, it delivers the essentials that make winter climbing so addictive: steep, shadowed walls, the claustrophobic drama of chimney movement, and the steady problem-solving required when everything is cold, hard, and consequential. If you want raw Nevis atmosphere, two masterful climbers moving with purpose, and a short hit of pure winter psych, this is an easy watch that sticks with you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fYaRCG_C5c https://www.youtube.com/embed/3fYaRCG_C5c 2010-02-16T09:36:56Z 309 38271 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/3sGxQIg7TOw/ryuichi-murai-united-v16-8c-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3sGxQIg7TOw/hqdefault.jpg Ryuichi Murai - United (V16/8C+) FA Ryuichi Murai - United (V16/8C+) FA drops you into the quiet intensity of Mt. Mizugaki, Japan, as Murai goes for the first ascent of United—an 8C+/V16 sit start into the established V14 Decided. In just over five minutes, the film captures the razor-thin margins of top-end bouldering: the rehearsals, the micro-adjustments, and the commitment it takes to turn a daunting line into a finished climb. What makes this worth watching is how clearly it communicates the process behind a cutting-edge send. You’ll see the puzzle of linking low starts into hard existing terrain, the composure required when every move is a potential stopper, and the satisfaction of sticking it all together when the stakes are highest. If you love modern bouldering, first ascents, and the calm focus that separates attempts from history, this is a concentrated hit of inspiration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sGxQIg7TOw https://www.youtube.com/embed/3sGxQIg7TOw 2019-11-25T19:25:32.000Z 311 110399 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/40j-3y7aJJ8/jimmy-webb-defies-gravity 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/40j-3y7aJJ8/hqdefault.jpg Jimmy Webb Defies Gravity Jimmy Webb Defies Gravity drops you into the sharp end of elite bouldering as Jimmy Webb takes on one of Colorado’s most coveted problems in the South Platte. In just a few minutes, the film captures the focus, power, and precision it takes to chase a first ascent at the absolute limit, with Bearcam Media’s lens keeping you close to every attempt and every adjustment. What makes this worth watching is how quickly it delivers the full arc of a hard send: the quiet ritual before pulling on, the micro-beta refinements, and the explosive commitment when it finally all connects. If you love seeing world-class movement on real rock—V15 intensity, crisp conditions, and the unmistakable tension of “this could go right now”—this is a compact hit of inspiration that leaves you wanting another burn. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40j-3y7aJJ8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/40j-3y7aJJ8 2019-06-10T22:04:07.000Z 219 57586 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/4MwWBfDB62M/the-egger-project-film-completo 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4MwWBfDB62M/hqdefault.jpg THE EGGER PROJECT - FILM COMPLETO In the autumn of 2010, two ambitious young climbers walk into the CAI Lecco clubhouse and leave with a dream big enough for Patagonia. THE EGGER PROJECT follows Matteo Bernasconi and Matteo Della Bordella as they set their sights on Torre Egger, the dramatic “little sister” of Cerro Torre, and its still-unclimbed West Face—an objective that promises equal parts beauty and brutality. What makes this film so gripping is its honest, day-by-day feel for how major alpine goals are actually won: multiple seasons of attempts, long stretches of waiting, punishing effort, and the thin line between commitment and turning back. Along the way, the story opens up into friendship and team spirit, with a young Luca Schiera stepping into the frame as a key partner—hinting at the next generation of the Ragni di Lecco and the adventures still to come. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MwWBfDB62M https://www.youtube.com/embed/4MwWBfDB62M 2019-11-18T08:00:11.000Z 2118 34465 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/4_xOBNYRp1o/daniel-woods-rage-sends-a-new-v15-highball-in-mexico-viva-pe-oles-ep-6 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4_xOBNYRp1o/hqdefault.jpg Daniel Woods RAGE Sends a New V15 Highball in Mexico | Viva Peñoles, Ep. 6 In the finale of EpicTV’s Viva Peñoles series, Daniel Woods arrives in Mexico’s stark desert landscape and commits to an overhung, sky-high V15 highball that feels equal parts dream and nightmare. Spotted by Jimmy Webb and later dubbed El Diablo, the “omega king line” has already left its mark—Dave Graham’s tendon pop is a sharp reminder that this boulder doesn’t give anything away. What makes this short film hit is the mix of raw stakes and pure focus: night sessions to dodge the heat, razor crimps, failing skin and aching tendons, and the quiet pressure of climbing above a bad landing. It’s a fast, intense watch packed with camaraderie, consequence, and that electric moment when everything finally clicks on one of the hardest, highest problems in the zone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_xOBNYRp1o https://www.youtube.com/embed/4_xOBNYRp1o 2014-06-25T11:55:56.000Z 441 104347 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/4lBM-8y1Ep4/everest-unmasked-everest-first-ascent-no-oxygen-messner-habeler 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4lBM-8y1Ep4/hqdefault.jpg Everest Unmasked - Everest first ascent no oxygen - Messner Habeler Everest Unmasked revisits the breakthrough 1978 ascent of Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen, when Reinhold Messner and Peter Habeler proved the “death zone” could be climbed on human lungs alone. Set against the vast Khumbu and the gravity of Everest’s history, the film traces how this audacious idea became a reality—and how that single push reshaped what mountaineers believed was possible above 8,000 meters. What makes it worth watching is the clarity it brings to a question every climber feels in their bones: where does ability end and commitment begin? With a focus on the stark physiology, the mental calculus, and the razor-thin margins that define no-oxygen climbing, this is a lean, gripping reminder that the most consequential ascents aren’t always the loudest—they’re the ones that permanently move the line. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4lBM-8y1Ep4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/4lBM-8y1Ep4 2019-10-03T17:16:28.000Z 3088 15265 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/4uWnE5_Ln5s/committed-ii-steve-mcclure-climbing-rhapsody-e11 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4uWnE5_Ln5s/hqdefault.jpg Committed II: Steve McClure climbing Rhapsody E11 Committed II follows British climbing powerhouse Steve McClure as he takes on Rhapsody, the famously uncompromising E11 testpiece that helped define modern headpointing. In just a few minutes, Hot Aches Productions drops you into the tense, razor-edged world of hard trad—where micro-edges, steep sequences, and serious consequences make every move feel earned. What makes this worth watching is the pure concentration on display: the calm breathing before the crux, the commitment when the holds run out, and the mental discipline that separates “trying” from actually going for it. If you love short, high-impact climbing films that capture the intensity of elite trad without any fluff, this is a tight hit of inspiration and adrenaline. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uWnE5_Ln5s https://www.youtube.com/embed/4uWnE5_Ln5s 2010-04-13T06:50:42.000Z 211 89298 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/4vcoRaTVGEM/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-4 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4vcoRaTVGEM/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #4 Join Adam Ondra on the road for vlog #4 of Climbing The Americas, a rapid-fire snapshot from a November 2018 trip through iconic climbing destinations in the USA and Chile. This episode drops into the heart of Yosemite Valley, where towering granite walls and big-wall history set the scene as Adam shares what’s drawing the team there—and what it takes to get ready for a serious objective. Worth watching for its mix of travel energy and focused ambition, the vlog captures that pre-attempt moment when psyched-out stoke meets meticulous preparation. In just a few minutes you’ll get Ondra’s perspective on Yosemite’s scale, the mindset behind committing to a legendary line like Salathé, and the behind-the-camera feel of a crew moving efficiently through one of climbing’s most mythic arenas. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vcoRaTVGEM https://www.youtube.com/embed/4vcoRaTVGEM 2018-11-22T10:55:12.000Z 189 102219 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/4ycP_uEBjJM/daniel-woods-in-shiobara 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4ycP_uEBjJM/hqdefault.jpg Daniel Woods in Shiobara Daniel Woods in Shiobara drops you into Japan’s iconic Shiobara boulders alongside one of the strongest climbers of his generation. Filmed by THE NORTH FACE JAPAN, this 31-minute session follows Woods as he teams up with local legends Yuji Hirayama and Akiyo Noguchi for two focused days on steep, powerful problems: HYDRA (V13), CARTHARSIS (V14), and the hard-earned finale, HYDRANGIA (V15). What makes this film so watchable is its mix of raw effort and clean progression—real attempts, real conditions, and the small breakthroughs that turn a line from “impossible” into “done.” If you love modern bouldering, you’ll get a front-row seat to top-end movement, skin-on-stone commitment, and the kind of quiet intensity that only shows up when the grade is high and the landing is honest. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ycP_uEBjJM https://www.youtube.com/embed/4ycP_uEBjJM 2012-04-10T02:25:57.000Z 1875 151458 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/58KwqgWCmzU/uncut-daisuke-ichimiya-gekirin-8c-v15 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/58KwqgWCmzU/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Daisuke Ichimiya - Gekirin (8C/V15) Uncut: Daisuke Ichimiya – Gekirin (8C/V15) drops you straight into the tense, quiet intensity of elite Japanese bouldering. In just over two minutes, mellow captures Daisuke Ichimiya repeating Gekirin in Ryutosen—an iconic testpiece first established by Dai Koyamada—where every movement feels earned and every pause carries weight. What makes this worth watching is the raw, unpolished focus: no narration, no fluff, just the essential rhythm of a hard climb unfolding in real time. You’ll see the micro-adjustments, the commitment on razor-thin margins, and the calm control it takes to bring an 8C/V15 line to heel—an addictive hit of precision and power that’s perfect when you want pure climbing, distilled. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58KwqgWCmzU https://www.youtube.com/embed/58KwqgWCmzU 2019-02-20T18:52:27.000Z 133 27196 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/5BPwuPXK6Ww/arcteryx-viva-la-vie 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5BPwuPXK6Ww/hqdefault.jpg Arc'teryx - Viva La Vie Arc'teryx - Viva La Vie follows American climber Jonathan Siegrist as he travels to France to trace the roots of modern sport climbing, drawn to the storied limestone of the Verdon Gorge. Joined by Swiss star Nina Caprez, the pair set their sights on the canyon’s hardest lines, blending partnership, pressure, and pure movement as the gorge’s steep walls demand everything they’ve got. What makes this short film hit is its balance of high-end climbing and the quieter moments in between—the ones that reveal why people keep coming back to the rock. With cinematic direction from Andy Mann and Keith Ladzinski and a crisp, energetic edit, it’s a compact dose of big atmosphere, bold attempts, and the unexpected meaning that can show up mid-journey when you’re not searching for it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BPwuPXK6Ww https://www.youtube.com/embed/5BPwuPXK6Ww 2013-04-17T19:36:43.000Z 1008 257673 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/5BZNIqiNIS0/no-siesta-spain-trip-full-movie-roba-da-local-climbing-movie 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5BZNIqiNIS0/hqdefault.jpg NO SIESTA SPAIN TRIP - FULL MOVIE - ROBA DA LOCAL CLIMBING MOVIE No Siesta Spain Trip is a full-length road-trip climbing film from Roba DaLocal that follows Italian climbers Silvio Reffo and Gabriele Moroni as they chase sun, stone, and hard routes across Spain. Filmed by Mauro Giordani, it drops you into the rhythm of life on the road and the iconic crags of Oliana, Siurana, and Margalef—where every day begins with chalky hands, sharp limestone, and the promise of a new line. What makes this one worth your time is its pure, unfiltered focus on the experience: the long approaches, the sessions that don’t go to plan, and the moments when everything clicks and a sequence finally holds together. With a mix of action-cam intensity and cleaner cinematic shots, it captures the atmosphere of a dedicated trip—good partners, big goals, and the stubborn patience it takes to try hard day after day until the send becomes real. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BZNIqiNIS0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/5BZNIqiNIS0 2014-06-25T22:33:26.000Z 2724 35005 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/5CUvvxcr1EU/king-capella-uncut-send-footage-siurana 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5CUvvxcr1EU/hqdefault.jpg King Capella - uncut send footage, Siurana Alex Megos delivers raw, uncut send footage of his first repeat of King Capella in Siurana, Spain — one of the hardest sport routes in the world. The line was originally established by Will Bosi earlier in 2021 and represents the bleeding edge of what is possible on rock, rated a staggering 9b. What makes this film special is its unfiltered honesty: no cuts, no music, just pure climbing at the limit. After a brief reconnaissance in March and nine hard-fought days on the route in November, Megos executes one of the most technically demanding sequences in sport climbing history. This is essential viewing for anyone who wants to witness elite climbing in its most authentic form. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CUvvxcr1EU https://www.youtube.com/embed/5CUvvxcr1EU 2021-11-28T17:39:22Z 335 73377 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/5FPQqFMyjc4/dave-macleod-and-andy-turner-climb-minus-three-gully-iv-5 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5FPQqFMyjc4/hqdefault.jpg Dave MacLeod and Andy Turner climb Minus Three Gully (IV,5) Step onto the frozen flanks of Ben Nevis with Dave MacLeod and Andy Turner as they climb Minus Three Gully (IV,5) in a sharp, high-energy winter edit from Hot Aches Productions. Filmed in the heart of Scottish winter climbing, this ascent doubles as a tribute—celebrating the legacy and bold achievements of Robin Smith and Jimmy Marshall on the mountain that helped define them. What makes this one worth your three minutes is its immediacy: the edit was completed in the CIC Hut the very same day the route was climbed, capturing the raw, post-climb buzz while the details are still ice-cold and vivid. Expect crisp movement on steep snow and ice, the focused pace of a committed winter line, and that unmistakable Ben Nevis atmosphere—where every tool placement counts and the simplest gully can feel like a full-on adventure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FPQqFMyjc4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/5FPQqFMyjc4 2010-02-16T09:58:05.000Z 191 14761 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/5GmRGlVqTlY/13-neil-greshams-masterclass-toe-hook 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5GmRGlVqTlY/hqdefault.jpg 13 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Toe Hook In this bite-sized installment of Neil Gresham’s Masterclass, “Toe Hook,” Neil zeroes in on a deceptively powerful skill for roof climbing: using a well-placed toe hook to keep your feet from cutting loose. In just 37 seconds, he introduces how hooking under a flake or a protruding feature can lock you into the ceiling, giving you stability when steep terrain wants to swing you off. It’s worth watching because it distills a common steep-climbing problem into a single, practical solution you can take straight to the wall. If roofs feel like a fight to stay composed, this quick lesson will sharpen your awareness of foot placement, body tension, and control—small details that can make the difference between a wild cut-loose and a smooth, confident sequence. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GmRGlVqTlY https://www.youtube.com/embed/5GmRGlVqTlY 2016-02-21T12:43:22.000Z 37 34874 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/5OFtEZXEw8E/jakob-schubert-off-the-wagon-uncut 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5OFtEZXEw8E/hqdefault.jpg Jakob Schubert - Off the Wagon UNCUT Jakob Schubert - Off the Wagon UNCUT drops you into Val Bavona, Switzerland for an unfiltered look at one of bouldering’s modern classics: “Off the Wagon” (8B+). With no frills and no filler, Jakob’s camera-ready precision meets raw granite reality as he works through the line’s steep tension, sharp crimps, and snappy movement in a quick, concentrated burst. What makes this worth watching is the honesty of it: the pacing, the micro-adjustments, the breathing, and the commitment that separates an attempt from a send. In just over two minutes, you get a masterclass in efficiency and composure on hard rock—perfect fuel for anyone who loves seeing elite climbing stripped down to the essentials. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OFtEZXEw8E https://www.youtube.com/embed/5OFtEZXEw8E 2020-03-17T19:57:22.000Z 130 18514 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/5dQNlUi7DcM/pertex-presents-a-feather-in-the-west-full-film 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5dQNlUi7DcM/hqdefault.jpg PERTEX Presents 'A Feather in the West' - FULL FILM Pertex Presents “A Feather in the West” drops you onto Owey, a wild Atlantic outpost off County Donegal where sea mist, salt spray, and raw granite set the stage for a rare kind of adventure. In September 2019, a tight crew of Irish climbers heads for these remote sea cliffs to see if the old assumption is true—that all the obvious lines are long gone—or if there’s still room to explore, create, and leave a fresh mark on a place that feels wonderfully untouched. What makes this film worth your time is its blend of discovery and commitment: the suspense of approaching unfamiliar cliffs, the quiet logistics of island life, and the exhilaration of traditional climbing where decisions matter and the ocean is always in the background. It’s a reminder that “new” doesn’t have to mean far away—sometimes the best climbing stories are hiding just offshore, waiting for the right team, the right conditions, and the nerve to step onto blank stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dQNlUi7DcM https://www.youtube.com/embed/5dQNlUi7DcM 2020-05-27T09:51:47Z 2757 6137 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/5f1Hc1UArx0/nalle-hukkataival-bouldering-in-rocklands 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5f1Hc1UArx0/hqdefault.jpg Nalle Hukkataival bouldering in Rocklands Step into the sun-baked boulders of Rocklands, South Africa with Finnish powerhouse Nalle Hukkataival in this punchy session from hukknal. In just over four minutes, Nalle moves through the iconic sandstone with the precision and intensity he’s known for, turning a simple tick list into a showcase of world-class bouldering on some of the area’s most talked-about lines. What makes this worth watching is the concentration distilled into every attempt: hard grades, sharp tactics, and that electric moment when commitment beats doubt. Expect crisp movement on crimps and slopers, controlled power, and the kind of high-stakes bouldering where pads, falls, and focus are all part of the story. If you love big moves, limit-level problems, and seeing a master make the difficult look inevitable, Rocklands delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5f1Hc1UArx0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/5f1Hc1UArx0 2009-11-16T00:48:55.000Z 246 81031 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/5i7T5__FI-c/sky-pilot-traverse-link-v12 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5i7T5__FI-c/hqdefault.jpg Sky Pilot traverse link V12 Dave MacLeod takes you to Glen Nevis for “Sky Pilot traverse link V12,” a short, focused look at endurance-driven bouldering on the Sky Pilot feature. Built around the idea of linking moves into a sustained traverse, it captures the gritty, practical side of training where power is only half the story and the real challenge is holding it together when the pump starts to bite. What makes this worth watching is how much intensity is packed into a few minutes: efficient movement, relentless pacing, and that unmistakable Scottish atmosphere where every attempt feels earned. If you like seeing hard bouldering treated as a craft—repeatable, disciplined, and brutally honest—this is a tight hit of motivation that leaves you wanting to get outside and try something that scares you a little. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5i7T5__FI-c https://www.youtube.com/embed/5i7T5__FI-c 2008-06-17T13:26:08.000Z 335 18426 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/5jYhw7RI3nE/natural-method-first-ascent 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5jYhw7RI3nE/hqdefault.jpg Natural Method first ascent Dave MacLeod puts his signature intensity on display in Natural Method first ascent, a short, punchy window into a cutting-edge Scottish bouldering line. Set on the Skeleton Boulder in Glen Nevis, the film follows MacLeod as he works through Natural Method (8B+), chasing the first ascent with the kind of precision and commitment that defines elite climbing. What makes this worth watching is how much it packs into just a few minutes: the stark Highland setting, the quiet tension before the attempts, and the explosive effort of hard bouldering where every move has to be perfect. If you love seeing high-end problems come together—raw power, sharp technique, and stubborn persistence—this is a satisfying hit of climbing inspiration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jYhw7RI3nE https://www.youtube.com/embed/5jYhw7RI3nE 2012-05-18T20:18:50.000Z 162 25700 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/5kZDukn5JnE/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-6 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5kZDukn5JnE/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #6 Adam Ondra’s Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) – vlog #6 drops you back into his November 2018 adventure across iconic climbing zones in the USA and Chile, where every day brings a new wall, new weather, and that restless road-trip energy. This episode centers on the second half of Adam’s bold Salathé onsight attempt in Yosemite, climbing alongside partner Nicholas Favresse as the route steepens, the exposure grows, and the margin for error narrows. It’s worth watching for the mix of high-stakes big-wall movement and the candid, on-the-go feel of a traveling climbing crew: quick decisions, honest reactions, and the small moments between pitches that reveal what it takes to keep pushing when you’re tired, committed, and far above the valley. In under six minutes, it captures the thrill of an onsight mindset—reading rock in real time, trusting your instincts, and embracing the uncertainty that makes legendary routes feel truly alive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kZDukn5JnE https://www.youtube.com/embed/5kZDukn5JnE 2018-11-30T15:06:02.000Z 355 149695 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/5wr-5gjzGnc/roadkill-v15-8c-first-ascent-shawn-raboutou 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5wr-5gjzGnc/hqdefault.jpg Roadkill (V15/8C) First Ascent - Shawn Raboutou Shawn Raboutou heads to Valle Bavona, Switzerland, to finish off one of the valley’s hardest pieces of stone: Roadkill (V15/8C). In under five minutes, this mellow film drops you right into the tension of a true top-end bouldering project—tight sequences, exacting movement, and the quiet focus it takes to turn a looming line into a first ascent. Worth watching for its pure, unfiltered dose of commitment, Roadkill captures the razor-thin margins that separate “almost” from “done.” With Giuliano Cameroni and Raboutou behind the camera and Raboutou also handling the edit, it’s an intimate look at the process—calm pacing, sharp visuals, and the kind of execution that makes a V15 feel both impossible and, for a moment, inevitable. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wr-5gjzGnc https://www.youtube.com/embed/5wr-5gjzGnc 2020-04-06T15:35:18.000Z 283 51500 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/61bGKDRYCKc/quick-hit-backwoods-bouldering 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/61bGKDRYCKc/hqdefault.jpg Quick Hit: Backwoods Bouldering Quick Hit: Backwoods Bouldering is a bite-sized throwback session with Jimmy Webb and Taylor McNeill as they roam the wooded hills of North Carolina in search of quiet blocs and southern-style movement. In just a few minutes, it captures that backroads bouldering vibe—no crowds, no fanfare, just chalk, rock, and a couple of strong climbers making the most of what the forest gives them. It’s worth watching for the contrast of high-level power and relaxed, off-the-beaten-path exploration: quick warmups, snappy attempts, and the satisfying simplicity of pulling on real stone far from the gym lights. If you love bouldering for its spontaneity—scouting landings, reading subtle features, and celebrating small wins—this short hit delivers a clean dose of inspiration and stoke. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61bGKDRYCKc https://www.youtube.com/embed/61bGKDRYCKc 2019-06-17T12:52:56.000Z 216 33251 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/6Zanaj3yQXU/hippytree-tribe-virgin-gorda-bacao-edit 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6Zanaj3yQXU/hqdefault.jpg HippyTree Tribe / Virgin Gorda "Bacao Edit" Escape to the British Virgin Islands with HippyTree Tribe / Virgin Gorda “Bacao Edit,” a quick-hit bouldering vignette starring HippyTree tribesmen Jimmy Webb and Matt Gentile. Set on the sunlit stone of Virgin Gorda, the film blends island atmosphere with focused movement as the pair hunt for clean lines and satisfying sequences in a tropical paradise. What makes this one worth your three minutes is the contrast: powerful, precise bouldering framed by warm water, wind, and wide-open horizons. With a tight “Bacao Edit” pace and polished filming from Alton Richardson and Rich Crowder (shot on location with Climbing Magazine), it’s a bite-sized dose of motivation—equal parts travel daydream and reminder that the best sessions can happen where the rock meets the sea. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Zanaj3yQXU https://www.youtube.com/embed/6Zanaj3yQXU 2015-11-02T19:51:04.000Z 197 1163 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/6aHDsFBzAsI/open-minds-with-will-bosi-dave-graham-discovering-the-future-of-bouldering 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6aHDsFBzAsI/hqdefault.jpg Open Minds with Will Bosi & Dave Graham | Discovering the Future of Bouldering Open Minds drops into Switzerland’s Val Bavona with two of bouldering’s most influential climbers, Will Bosi and Dave Graham, on a mission to uncover future-classic lines in a valley packed with untapped potential. Alongside local legend Giuliano Cameroni, the crew blends vision, psyche, and experience to turn raw blocks into world-class problems. What makes this film stand out is the contrast in styles: Dave’s relentless creativity and refinement against Will’s methodical, high-powered precision, all captured through the process of searching, trying, failing, and finally piecing it together. With a stack of hard ascents and a first ascent in the mix, it’s a motivating watch about curiosity, collaboration, and pushing the next wave of bouldering forward. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aHDsFBzAsI https://www.youtube.com/embed/6aHDsFBzAsI 2026-01-15T17:00:06Z 2450 88178 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/6dj72rLlTe8/adam-ondra-42-call-of-the-wild-chiroptera-9a 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6dj72rLlTe8/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #42: Call of the Wild - Chiroptera 9a+ Adam Ondra #42: Call of the Wild follows Adam Ondra on a rare two-day escape from competition prep as he heads to Súľov, Slovakia, to test himself on Chiroptera 9a+—a fierce conglomerate project defined by brutally small mono pockets and uncompromising movement. With the clock ticking toward Toulouse and the Olympic season ahead, it’s a focused glimpse of a climber balancing peak performance with the pull of wild rock. What makes this episode gripping is its honesty: the intensity of pulling on razor monos, the micro-adjustments that decide success or failure, and the quiet determination behind each attempt. Crisp cinematography and a tight runtime keep every moment purposeful, turning a single climb into a suspenseful story about limits, risk, and why even the best in the world keep coming back to unfinished lines. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dj72rLlTe8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/6dj72rLlTe8 2019-12-02T18:59:38.000Z 483 219521 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/6wRQr4iVBLY/patrick-berhault-e-patrick-edlinger-tre-cime-di-lavaredo 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6wRQr4iVBLY/hqdefault.jpg Patrick Berhault e Patrick Edlinger ( Tre Cime di Lavaredo ) High above the Dolomites, Patrick Berhault and Patrick Edlinger set their sights on the iconic Tre Cime di Lavaredo, moving over the steep north face of Cima Grande. In just under three minutes, this short film captures a concentrated dose of big-wall atmosphere—cold stone, clean lines, and two legendary climbers threading their way through one of the Alps’ most imposing backdrops. What makes it worth watching is the contrast between scale and speed: a vast, serious wall distilled into a crisp highlight that still conveys exposure, commitment, and the quiet focus of experienced partners. If you love classic alpine rock, historic names like the Cassin line, and the wild, cathedral-like presence of the Tre Cime, this is a quick hit of pure mountain climbing—no filler, just the essentials. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wRQr4iVBLY https://www.youtube.com/embed/6wRQr4iVBLY 2010-12-05T11:10:40.000Z 176 27008 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/76v9jvW56vw/uncut-jimmy-webb-off-the-wagon-sit-8c-v16 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/76v9jvW56vw/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Jimmy Webb - Off the Wagon Sit (8C+/V16) Uncut: Jimmy Webb - Off the Wagon Sit (8C+/V16) drops you straight into the start of Jimmy Webb’s 2020 Ticino trip, where the agenda is simple: hunt down something brutal and make it happen. In just over two minutes, mellow captures the tension and precision behind “Off the Wagon Sit,” a notorious Swiss testpiece at the absolute edge of modern bouldering. What makes this one worth your time is how quickly it communicates the whole story—cold conditions, razor-thin margins, and the calm focus it takes to link improbable moves when everything has to be perfect. It’s a short hit of high-grade climbing: powerful, technical, and relentlessly committed, with the kind of send that reminds you why hard boulders become legends in the first place. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76v9jvW56vw https://www.youtube.com/embed/76v9jvW56vw 2020-02-26T21:43:14.000Z 128 110392 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/79RcZ1ScwV8/distilled-trailer-scottish-winter-climbing-with-andy-cave 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/79RcZ1ScwV8/hqdefault.jpg 'Distilled' Trailer, Scottish winter climbing with Andy Cave Distilled is a punchy trailer for Hot Aches Productions’ film on Scottish winter climbing, following the fierce beauty and hard edges of Scotland’s frozen mountains through the eyes of legendary climber Andy Cave. From his first formative seasons as a teenager to a lifetime in the hills, Cave’s journey frames a place where spindrift, ice, and rime turn familiar lines into serious, condition-dependent challenges. Worth watching for its pure winter atmosphere, Distilled captures the intensity that makes Scotland so revered: the rapid mood swings of the weather, the commitment of classic routes, and the mental grit required when protection is scarce and the cold bites deep. Even in under two minutes, it delivers a hit of motivation and a clear sense of why Scottish winter climbing feels so potent—equal parts wild, technical, and deeply addictive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79RcZ1ScwV8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/79RcZ1ScwV8 2014-01-11T13:48:11Z 92 5181 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/7DCiOy6Dxe8/climbing-400m-with-sasha-digiulian-132 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7DCiOy6Dxe8/hqdefault.jpg CLIMBING 400M WITH SASHA DIGIULIAN #132 Magnus Midtbø teams up with Sasha DiGiulian for a full-on big-wall day in Jordan, taking on a 400-meter multipitch adventure high above the desert in Wadi Rum. Blending vlog energy with real exposure, route-finding, and steady nerves, the episode follows the pair as they move upward pitch by pitch, with the landscape dropping away beneath their feet. This is worth watching for the mix of elite climbing and relatable moments: efficient systems, quick decisions, and the honest effort it takes to keep momentum on a long wall. Between the sweeping sandstone views, the partnership dynamics, and the constant sense of height, it’s a tight, immersive hit of adventure that will make you want to tie in and chase a horizon of your own. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DCiOy6Dxe8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/7DCiOy6Dxe8 2018-10-30T19:46:43.000Z 1245 307094 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/7GYIm9UMm-c/ice-anarchy-the-pursuit-of-madness-part-2 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7GYIm9UMm-c/hqdefault.jpg Ice, Anarchy & the Pursuit of Madness Part 2 Ice, Anarchy & the Pursuit of Madness Part 2 drops you into the raw, high-stakes world of big-mountain alpinism as Patagonia ambassadors Steve House, Vince Anderson, and Marko Prezelj establish base camp in Pakistan’s remote Charakusa Valley. Their objective: the formidable, unclimbed lines of K6 and K7 West—peaks that don’t offer second chances, only weather windows, hard decisions, and the relentless pull of the unknown. What makes this chapter so gripping is how it captures the razor-thin margin between progress and retreat: exhausting loads, committing terrain, and the kind of uncertainty that turns every step into a choice. The story builds toward a whiteout summit push on K7 West, where determination outlasts visibility and the mountain dictates the terms. If you love expedition climbing for its intensity, partnership, and controlled chaos, this is a short, sharp hit of pure alpine obsession. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GYIm9UMm-c https://www.youtube.com/embed/7GYIm9UMm-c 2009-10-18T23:58:30Z 597 28127 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/7Npn5vix06E/adam-ondra-on-action-directe-11-www-euroclimbing-com 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7Npn5vix06E/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra on Action Directe 11 / www.EuroClimbing.com In this short, punchy clip from WWWeuroclimbingCOM, Adam Ondra takes on Action Directe (11 / 9a) in Germany’s storied Frankenjura—one of sport climbing’s most iconic testpieces. Filmed by Eva Ondrové, it captures a moment of modern climbing history distilled into just over two minutes of movement, tension, and commitment on razor-sharp limestone. It’s worth watching for the pure efficiency and intensity: precise footwork, fast decisions, and that unmistakable rhythm of a world-class climber firing on a legendary line. Whether you know the route’s reputation or you’re simply here for inspiring climbing, this is the kind of focused ascent that leaves you replaying sequences and wondering how such difficulty can look so fluid. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Npn5vix06E https://www.youtube.com/embed/7Npn5vix06E 2008-05-23T13:58:22.000Z 124 324247 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/7WTTiF8PKn4/voie-carli-chassagne-face-nord-de-laiguille-du-midi-chamonix-mont-blanc-alpinism 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7WTTiF8PKn4/hqdefault.jpg Voie Carli Chassagne Face Nord de l'Aiguille du Midi Chamonix Mont-Blanc alpinisme montagne goulotte In this short, high-alpine film from tvmountain, we follow the Carli–Chassagne route up the formidable north face of the Aiguille du Midi in Chamonix, deep in the Mont-Blanc massif. Shot in May 2015, it’s a focused glimpse into classic alpinism: a steep, cold world of snow, ice, and exposure where every meter upward is earned. What makes it worth your 16 minutes is the concentration of atmosphere and commitment—1,000 meters of climbing distilled into crisp movement, big-wall scale, and the quiet intensity that only a north face can deliver. Whether you’re a seasoned mountaineer or an armchair climber, it’s a satisfying hit of Chamonix reality: efficient decisions, changing textures under tool and crampon, and the unmistakable pull of a historic line opened by Claude Carli and Jean‑Paul Chassagne. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7WTTiF8PKn4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/7WTTiF8PKn4 2015-06-07T21:53:54.000Z 958 223297 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/7ZvpY7d1-24/jimmy-webb-go-font-yourself-2019 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7ZvpY7d1-24/hqdefault.jpg Jimmy Webb: Go Font Yourself (2019) Jimmy Webb: Go Font Yourself follows one of bouldering’s most consistent powerhouses as a rain-soaked Fontainebleau trip forces a last-minute pivot south to Ticino. What starts as a weathered-out plan turns into a focused hunt for world-class granite, with Jimmy linking up with a stacked crew and putting his precision and patience on display across a tight, high-impact session. In just over seven minutes, this film delivers exactly what you want from hard bouldering: beautiful stone, minimal filler, and attempts that feel genuinely earned. Watch for crisp movement, problem-solving under pressure, and the satisfying progression from try to try as Jimmy tackles Belial (8B+), Kubalik (8B), and Casavino (8B+)—a reminder that sometimes the best trips are the ones that don’t go according to plan. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZvpY7d1-24 https://www.youtube.com/embed/7ZvpY7d1-24 2020-02-24T21:50:48.000Z 454 69806 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/8-z5XrhrIoQ/ashima-return-of-the-warrior-ninja-princess 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8-z5XrhrIoQ/hqdefault.jpg Ashima: Return of the Warrior Ninja Princess Ashima: Return of the Warrior Ninja Princess follows phenom Ashima Shiraishi back to Hueco Tanks, Texas, in March 2012, where she turns a legendary bouldering landscape into her personal proving ground. Directed by Jason Kehl for bigupproductions, this short but powerful film captures Ashima’s focused return to form as she takes on Crown of Aragorn (V13) and Barefoot on Sacred Ground (V12) at just 10 years old. It’s worth watching for the mix of jaw-dropping difficulty and quiet, determined composure—no hype needed when the climbing speaks for itself. You’ll get crisp sequences on iconic Hueco stone, a sense of what “impossible” looks like up close, and the kind of confidence that makes the nickname feel earned: fast, precise, and fearless—an instant CouchClimbs hit for anyone who loves bouldering at its limit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-z5XrhrIoQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/8-z5XrhrIoQ 2012-11-19T20:20:55.000Z 613 761714 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/87TiKUn9Qpo/2016-exp-dition-siula-grande-le-bruit-des-gla-ons 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/87TiKUn9Qpo/hqdefault.jpg 2016 - Expédition Siula Grande : Le Bruit Des Glaçons Expédition Siula Grande : Le Bruit Des Glaçons follows Didier Jourdain and Max Bonniot on a bold 2016 push to open a new line on the East Face of Siula Grande (6,356 m) in Peru. In just over fifteen minutes, the film drops you into the thin air of high altitude alpinism, where steep rock, cold bivouacs, and shifting ice set the rhythm of every decision. What makes it worth watching is the clarity of its commitment: this is exploratory climbing where nothing is guaranteed, and every meter is earned. You’ll get a tight, immersive taste of mixed terrain—rock climbing blended with true mountain craft—plus the quiet intensity of a partnership that has to stay sharp when the face creaks, the weather threatens, and the “sound of ice” becomes both atmosphere and warning. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87TiKUn9Qpo https://www.youtube.com/embed/87TiKUn9Qpo 2020-03-17T21:34:28.000Z 930 4929 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/88Y2dLvpFHQ/climbing-natalija-gros-le-tango-vertical 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/88Y2dLvpFHQ/hqdefault.jpg Climbing, Natalija Gros - Le Tango Vertical Climbing, Natalija Gros - Le Tango Vertical is a short, punchy climbing portrait centered on Natalija Gros, capturing the rhythm and intensity of a single-minded session on stone. With its dance-inflected title and a deep-water-solo spirit in the background, the film frames climbing as a conversation between movement, exposure, and focus—where every decision is made in real time and the wall answers honestly. What makes it worth your five minutes is how quickly it pulls you into that edge-of-control mindset: clean lines, committed body positions, and the quiet confidence that separates hesitation from flow. Le Tango Vertical feels like a glimpse behind the highlight reel—less about big narration and more about the texture of climbing itself—making it a perfect watch when you want a jolt of inspiration and a reminder that style can be as gripping as difficulty. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88Y2dLvpFHQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/88Y2dLvpFHQ 2009-11-14T23:32:51.000Z 324 456047 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/8PA_TJ36Kpg/thank-god-ledge-half-dome 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8PA_TJ36Kpg/hqdefault.jpg Thank God Ledge - Half Dome Thank God Ledge is one of the most iconic and nerve-wracking features in all of climbing — a narrow, exposed shelf high on the sheer granite face of Half Dome in Yosemite Valley. This video captures Pitch 20 of the Regular Northwest Face route, where climbers must traverse a ledge so exposed that the name says it all, with thousands of feet of air below and nothing but commitment ahead. With over seven million views, this short clip has captivated audiences far beyond the climbing world, offering a visceral window into the vertigo-inducing reality of big wall climbing in Yosemite. Whether you walk it upright or press your back to the wall and shuffle sideways, Thank God Ledge is a rite of passage — and watching it is enough to make your palms sweat from the comfort of your couch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PA_TJ36Kpg https://www.youtube.com/embed/8PA_TJ36Kpg 2022-05-18T04:43:34Z 219 7341619 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/8cFdX1ypCXA/sean-mccoll-dreamcatcher 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8cFdX1ypCXA/hqdefault.jpg Sean McColl - Dreamcatcher Sean McColl - Dreamcatcher captures Canadian climber Sean McColl on Squamish’s legendary Dreamcatcher, a benchmark line that’s long been synonymous with top-end sport climbing. Filmed and edited by JJ Mah just a week after McColl’s send, this short but focused clip puts you right at the wall with a front-row view of the effort, precision, and calm intensity required when the holds get small and the consequences are real. What makes it worth watching is how clearly it conveys the feeling of climbing at the limit: the incremental progress, the pauses to reset, and the decisive moments where commitment takes over. Even without HD polish, the movement speaks for itself—powerful, controlled, and purposeful—making this an easy pick when you want a quick hit of inspiration and a reminder of what “dream route” truly looks like. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cFdX1ypCXA https://www.youtube.com/embed/8cFdX1ypCXA 2011-02-23T17:32:24.000Z 238 274672 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/8tFfrLQtSX0/stefano-ghisolfi-bibliographie-hardest-route-in-c-se-climbing-daily-ep-1885 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8tFfrLQtSX0/hqdefault.jpg Stefano Ghisolfi + Bibliographie: Hardest Route In Céüse | Climbing Daily Ep.1885 Bibliographie at Céüse is widely considered one of the hardest sport routes on the planet, and in this episode of Climbing Daily, we follow Stefano Ghisolfi as he takes on this legendary 9c test piece. Having watched Alex Megos make the second ascent in 2020, Ghisolfi set his sights on the route, fitting in sessions between a packed competition schedule. This film catches him just two days after competing at the Briançon World Cup, shoes barely dry from the competition wall. What makes this film compelling is the window it offers into elite-level projecting at the absolute frontier of the sport. Ghisolfi brings the same meticulous precision to Bibliographie that has made him one of the world's top competition climbers, and watching him decode a route of this magnitude under real physical fatigue is a masterclass in dedication. For anyone captivated by the upper limits of human performance on rock, this is essential viewing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tFfrLQtSX0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/8tFfrLQtSX0 2021-09-14T16:27:43Z 787 69308 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/8xLQe-vC8Eo/monkey-see-monkey-do-kevin-shields-solo-of-e6-in-glen-nevis 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8xLQe-vC8Eo/hqdefault.jpg Monkey See Monkey Do: Kevin Shields Solo of E6 in Glen Nevis Kevin “Kev” Shields steps into the wild, atmospheric walls of Glen Nevis for a rare and uncompromising challenge: a solo lead on an E6 trad route, captured by Hot Aches Productions in Monkey See Monkey Do. In just a few minutes, the film drops you into the raw simplicity of one climber, one line, and the quiet intensity of moving above protection with nothing but judgment, skill, and nerve. What makes this worth watching is the way it distills big-mountain seriousness into a tight, gripping snapshot of commitment. You’ll feel the exposure, the precision of each decision, and the uniquely Scottish blend of rock, weather, and consequence—an honest look at why solo climbing fascinates and terrifies in equal measure. Whether you’re here for the legends of hard trad, the mental game, or pure climbing adrenaline, this one lands fast and stays with you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xLQe-vC8Eo https://www.youtube.com/embed/8xLQe-vC8Eo 2010-03-07T22:07:17.000Z 275 17714 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/94QPQQp80bw/the-blue-wave-project-seb-bouin-oliana-2019 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/94QPQQp80bw/hqdefault.jpg The Blue Wave Project - SEB BOUIN - Oliana 2019 Seb Bouin heads back to the limestone cathedral of Oliana for the final stop of a Catalan winter trip, chasing a rare “blue wave” of perfect conditions. Shot by Tchalo Production, this short film follows a string of high-end sport climbing objectives, including Mamichula (9b), Pachamama (9a+), and Papichulo (9a+), capturing the focus and fatigue that come with trying at your limit on steep Spanish rock. What makes it worth your ten minutes is the mix of precision and stoke: hard movement on iconic lines, the rhythm of attempts, and the contagious feel of a crew sharing the same obsession. With appearances from Patxi Usobiaga, Alexander Megos, and Margo Hayes, it’s equal parts performance and lifestyle—sunlit tufa climbing, big goals, and the simple satisfaction of pulling through when everything finally clicks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94QPQQp80bw https://www.youtube.com/embed/94QPQQp80bw 2019-11-04T19:12:13.000Z 625 38228 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/984nfAxyMno/hippytree-tribe-virgin-gorda-heaven-on-earth 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/984nfAxyMno/hqdefault.jpg HippyTree Tribe / Virgin Gorda "Heaven On Earth" HippyTree Tribe / Virgin Gorda "Heaven On Earth" drops you into the sun-soaked boulders of Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands, where HippyTree tribesmen Jimmy Webb and Matt Gentile turn a tropical getaway into a session worth traveling for. Filmed on location with Climbing Magazine, this full-length edit captures the rhythm of island life between attempts—warm rock, ocean air, and two climbers dialed in on pure movement. It’s worth watching for the contrast it delivers: powerful bouldering set against postcard scenery, with clean filming and editing that keep the focus on each sequence, fall, and breakthrough. If you like quick hits of motivation, this is the kind of short film that makes you want to brush your holds, commit to the next try, and start plotting your own “heaven on earth” escape. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=984nfAxyMno https://www.youtube.com/embed/984nfAxyMno 2015-11-11T03:55:55.000Z 405 7346 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/9F3sAUgRWKo/rocklands-bouldering-2014 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9F3sAUgRWKo/hqdefault.jpg Rocklands Bouldering 2014 Escape to Rocklands, South Africa in this 2014 bouldering trip film from Tristan Kolumbus. Over 34 minutes, you’ll follow a crew hopping between sunlit orange sandstone blocs, sampling everything from friendly warmups to powerful testpieces, with a tick list that ranges through classics like Orange Heart, Springbok, Minki, Rhino, and Poison Dwarf. What makes this one worth your time is the steady rhythm of real session climbing: quick reads, committed attempts, and the satisfying problem-to-problem momentum that defines a good trip. It’s part travel postcard, part training motivation—roof wrestling, compression, and crisp footwork set against wide-open Rocklands landscapes—perfect viewing when you want to feel the pull of a destination bouldering season and the simple joy of trying hard on beautiful stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9F3sAUgRWKo https://www.youtube.com/embed/9F3sAUgRWKo 2014-10-04T11:43:25.000Z 2080 8522 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/9HES-8lExcQ/naked-edge-speed-record-raw-footage-14-minutes-14-seconds-for-john-ebers-and-ben 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9HES-8lExcQ/hqdefault.jpg Naked Edge Speed Record [Raw Footage!] 14 Minutes 14 Seconds for John Ebers and Ben Wilbur Naked Edge Speed Record drops you into the raw, unfiltered rush of a record-breaking lap on Eldorado Canyon’s legendary Redgarden Wall. On May 22, 2020, John Ebers and Ben Wilbur go all-in on “The Naked Edge,” charging from the bridge over South Boulder Creek to the base, up the approach pitches, through the route’s three distinct 5.11 pitches, and back down—an all-out mission that resets the benchmark for one of Colorado’s most iconic multipitch tests. What makes this worth your 18 minutes is the immediacy: no polish, no over-explaining—just the real tempo of fast movement, quick transitions, and razor-thin efficiency where seconds matter. Whether you’re into speed climbing, simul tactics, or simply want to feel what it’s like when commitment and precision collide on steep rock, this footage captures the kind of focused urgency that turns a classic line into a stopwatch-worthy obsession. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HES-8lExcQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/9HES-8lExcQ 2020-05-25T09:30:01Z 1101 8046 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/9I2y59GiltE/32-campus 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9I2y59GiltE/hqdefault.jpg 32 Campus Campus boards are a staple of serious climbing training, and “32 Campus” drops you right into that world with a fast, focused masterclass from Neil Gresham’s Crux Films. In just over two minutes, Britain’s Adrian Baxter breaks down what campusing is designed to build—explosive pulling power and contact strength—while underscoring that it’s an advanced tool with real injury risk if you rush into it. What makes this film worth your time is its emphasis on control: clean movement, solid body position, and purposeful effort instead of flailing for numbers. It’s a quick hit of practical coaching that can help experienced climbers refine their form, spot common mistakes, and approach campus sessions with the intensity and restraint they demand—so your training actually translates to stronger, snappier climbing on the wall. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9I2y59GiltE https://www.youtube.com/embed/9I2y59GiltE 2016-02-21T14:24:06.000Z 123 18473 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/9L5PxhqHJVs/dreamtime-by-nalle-hukkataival 1970-01-14 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9L5PxhqHJVs/hqdefault.jpg Dreamtime by Nalle Hukkataival Dreamtime by Nalle Hukkataival drops you into the humid forests of Cresciano as Nalle takes on one of bouldering’s most famous lines. In just under three minutes, this classic clip captures his first Finnish ascent of the iconic Dreamtime problem—an achievement that helped cement the climb’s place in modern bouldering history. Worth watching for its raw, no-frills focus and pure movement, Dreamtime is all about tension, precision, and keeping it together when the holds feel impossibly small. It’s a quick hit of inspiration: the kind of sequence that makes you want to brush your projects, dial the footwork, and come back for one more try—because sometimes the difference between “almost” and “sent” is simply believing the next move will stick. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9L5PxhqHJVs https://www.youtube.com/embed/9L5PxhqHJVs 2007-01-06T10:25:17.000Z 171 76208 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/9VOu4vkrnoY/riders-on-the-storm 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9VOu4vkrnoY/hqdefault.jpg Riders On The Storm In this Arc'teryx short, Riders On The Storm follows alpinists Ines Papert and Mayan Smith-Gobat as they battle Patagonia’s infamous weather on Torres Central in Chile’s Torres del Paine. Their goal is the brutally steep east face line “Riders on the Storm” (7c, A3), a historic route first climbed in 1991 and still so rarely repeated that their February 6th summit marks only the fifth known ascent. It’s worth watching for the sheer density of challenge packed into a few minutes: delicate, runout face climbing gives way to wide cracks and looming roofs, often glazed with ice, all on a 1300-meter wall where conditions can turn in an instant. Equal parts climbing film and storm-chasing sprint, it captures the mix of precision, toughness, and commitment it takes to move upward when the mountain—and the sky—won’t cooperate. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9VOu4vkrnoY https://www.youtube.com/embed/9VOu4vkrnoY 2016-05-19T22:21:11.000Z 215 93545 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/9agEFToJT-4/chris-sharma-on-la-rambla 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9agEFToJT-4/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma on "La Rambla" In this short Petzl Sport film, Chris Sharma takes on “La Rambla,” the iconic Siurana testpiece in Catalunya, Spain. Shot around his December 2006 push on the route, it places you right at the base of one of sport climbing’s most famous lines as Sharma shares the moment with a strong crew of friends and rivals, including Dave Graham, Dani Andrada, Yuji Hirayama, and Edu Marín. What makes it worth your five minutes is the mix of simplicity and intensity: a world-class climber working a brutally technical sequence, learning the micro-beta, and committing when it finally counts. With crisp, no-nonsense storytelling and the unmistakable atmosphere of Siurana limestone, it’s a quick hit of focus and pressure—perfect if you want a glimpse of how top-end redpoints are built, try by try, until the send happens. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9agEFToJT-4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/9agEFToJT-4 2008-06-05T15:29:09.000Z 341 386031 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/9dAQETKlJCw/alex-puccios-first-ascent-of-mammoth-rub-v12-8a-in-hueco-tanks-tx 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9dAQETKlJCw/hqdefault.jpg Alex Puccio's First Ascent of Mammoth Rub, V12/8A+ in Hueco Tanks, TX. FrictionLabs follows elite boulderer Alex Puccio to the polished stone of Hueco Tanks, Texas, where she puts down the first ascent of Mammoth Rub (V12/8A+). In just over two minutes, the film captures a fast, focused snapshot of a trip packed with momentum—ending with Alex unlocking a powerful new line born from Hueco’s uniquely worn, glassy holds. What makes this worth watching is the blend of story and execution: the local legend behind “the rubs,” the contrast between a familiar V4 mantle and the added V12 power-tech link, and the satisfying clarity of seeing the final sequence click. With clean editing, crisp visuals of the shiney textures, and bonus footage of the second ascent by Matt Fultz, it’s a bite-sized hit of Hueco style that leaves you wanting to step outside and try hard. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9dAQETKlJCw https://www.youtube.com/embed/9dAQETKlJCw 2019-03-14T20:44:38.000Z 132 12557 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/9nWAXMhY-2I/rooftown-vol-2-featuring-the-bouldering-exploits-of-matt-gentile 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9nWAXMhY-2I/hqdefault.jpg Rooftown Vol 2 featuring the bouldering exploits of Matt Gentile. Rooftown Vol 2 drops you back into the wild bouldering frontier of Flagstaff, Arizona with FrictionLabs pro Matt Gentile on the hunt for new lines. Shadowed by filmmaker Nathaniel Davison, Matt roams caves tucked deep in river canyons and steps out onto steep, exposed limestone roofs—stringing together bold attempts and creative problem-solving in a 22-minute hit of modern bouldering progression. What makes this one worth your time is the feeling of discovery: the texture of unexplored stone, the tension of committing to highballs, and the quiet satisfaction of earning first ascents where there’s no blueprint. The pacing keeps it punchy, the settings are striking, and the climbing has that rare mix of power and imagination that’ll leave you fired up to get outside, explore, and dream up your own “rooftown” project. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nWAXMhY-2I https://www.youtube.com/embed/9nWAXMhY-2I 2017-05-15T14:34:05.000Z 1371 106973 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/9zVOQn35Lv4/patxi-usobiaga-pachamama-9a-b 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9zVOQn35Lv4/hqdefault.jpg Patxi Usobiaga - PACHAMAMA (9a+/b) Patxi Usobiaga - PACHAMAMA (9a+/b) follows one of sport climbing’s most respected athletes back to Oliana, Spain, and back to a line that never let go. After first trying Pachamama eight years earlier—during a period when he felt at his peak—Patxi’s life shifted and climbing moved to the background. This short film captures what it meant to return in 2016–2017, rebuild the fitness and belief required for ninth-grade climbing, and face the unfinished business of a route that had become deeply personal. What makes this worth watching is its focus on the long game: not just a hard send, but the patience, doubt, and daily work behind it. In just a few minutes you get a clear, intimate look at projecting at the limit—refining sequences, managing pressure, and staying motivated when the outcome is uncertain. If you love climbing films that are more than highlights, Pachamama delivers a grounded, hard-earned moment that feels like a true before-and-after in an athlete’s career. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zVOQn35Lv4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/9zVOQn35Lv4 2018-03-22T07:44:09.000Z 398 133004 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ABpwm7rbHVU/paradise-lost-8b-8b-sustenpass 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ABpwm7rbHVU/hqdefault.jpg Paradise Lost 8B/8B+ Sustenpass Dave MacLeod heads to Switzerland’s Sustenpass for a quick, focused session on Paradise Lost (8B/8B+), a hard bouldering testpiece where every move counts. In just over two minutes, the film drops you straight onto crisp rock, steep power, and the quiet intensity of a repeat done with purpose. What makes this worth watching is how much gets communicated with so little: precise body tension, efficient pacing, and the calm commitment it takes to execute at the V14 level. It’s a compact hit of high-end bouldering—ideal for a burst of motivation, a study in movement economy, or a reminder that real performance is built on repetition, training, and trust in the process. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABpwm7rbHVU https://www.youtube.com/embed/ABpwm7rbHVU 2019-09-11T19:27:56.000Z 130 18353 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ACB46E7rYqc/adidas-five-ten-pete-whittaker-and-tom-randall-in-canyonlands 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ACB46E7rYqc/hqdefault.jpg adidas | Five Ten Pete Whittaker and Tom Randall in Canyonlands In early 2019, crack-climbing masters Pete Whittaker and Tom Randall head to Utah’s Canyonlands, a place where split sandstone and wide-open desert horizons set the stage for pure, physical climbing. adidas | Five Ten captures their visit to this iconic mecca, following two of the sport’s most respected technicians as they seek out the kind of lines that demand equal parts grit, finesse, and commitment. What makes this short film worth your time is its focused dose of real crack climbing: precise body positioning, relentless hand-and-foot work, and the calm mindset required when the rock decides the rules. With Canyonlands’ stark beauty as a backdrop, it’s a quick hit of inspiration for anyone who loves outdoor movement—whether you’re already jamming your way up splitters or just curious why climbers travel so far for a single perfect crack. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACB46E7rYqc https://www.youtube.com/embed/ACB46E7rYqc 2019-06-15T14:43:13.000Z 387 17815 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ACHmBxPoTOM/road-to-tokyo-keenan-takahashi 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ACHmBxPoTOM/hqdefault.jpg Road to Tokyo: Keenan Takahashi Keenan Takahashi’s first trip to Japan wasn’t supposed to be a climbing trip—but Road to Tokyo follows the way plans change when world-class boulders and local inspiration get in the way. In this short, atmospheric mellow film, Keenan connects with Japan’s climbing scene and turns a detour into a focused journey, moving from curiosity to commitment as the grades rise and the stakes sharpen. What makes it worth your nine minutes is the mix of progression and place: crisp sessions, quiet tension, and the satisfaction of seeing hard lines come together—Butterfly Effect (V13/8B), Asagimadara (V15/8C), and first ascents on Fūjin (V14/8B+) and Hōtō (V14/8B+). With thoughtful filming and a grounded edit, it’s a reminder that the best trips aren’t the ones you plan—they’re the ones that pull you deeper into the rock, the people, and the moment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACHmBxPoTOM https://www.youtube.com/embed/ACHmBxPoTOM 2020-02-17T20:10:59.000Z 540 43683 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ADn1VjRbd8g/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-16 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ADn1VjRbd8g/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #16 Adam Ondra’s Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) – vlog #16 captures a fast-moving chapter of his November 2018 journey across the Americas, hopping from the splitter cracks of Indian Creek to the wild granite of Chile. With the team rolling into the dramatic Valle de los Cóndores, this short episode is all about the shift in terrain, atmosphere, and style as Adam trades desert lines for soaring Andean walls. What makes it worth your six minutes is the pure momentum: real travel, real rock, and the rare treat of watching an all-time great climb on the fly, including onsight ascents of two 8b routes and one 8b+. It’s a punchy dose of big landscape, crisp camerawork, and high-level decision-making—perfect when you want inspiration without the slow build, and a reminder of how far a road trip can take you when the climbing is the point. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADn1VjRbd8g https://www.youtube.com/embed/ADn1VjRbd8g 2019-01-26T13:01:54.000Z 371 49946 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ALgeSsk_wjA/michaela-kiersch-necessary-evil-5-14c-first-female-ascent 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ALgeSsk_wjA/hqdefault.jpg Michaela Kiersch | Necessary Evil 5.14c | First Female Ascent Michaela Kiersch | Necessary Evil 5.14c | First Female Ascent follows Michaela Kiersch into the limestone depths of the Virgin River Gorge as she takes on Necessary Evil (5.14c), the legendary Chris Sharma testpiece first climbed in 1997. With a calm, focused presence and a voice that brings you inside the attempt-by-attempt grind, Kiersch steps onto one of sport climbing’s most storied lines—often tried, rarely repeated, and long treated as a myth you measure yourself against. What makes this short film hit hard is the mix of history and immediacy: crisp filming, honest audio, and the tension of a route that doesn’t give anything away. You’ll get the full arc—precision, doubt, fight, and commitment—captured in minutes, plus a front-row look at what 5.14c really means when the holds are sharp, the clips are earned, and the outcome isn’t guaranteed. Whether you chase numbers or just love the craft, it’s a fast, inspiring watch that leaves you buzzing to try harder. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALgeSsk_wjA https://www.youtube.com/embed/ALgeSsk_wjA 2018-03-24T02:07:59.000Z 458 185182 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ASvUhPsuLJE/adam-ondra-chilam-balam-9b 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ASvUhPsuLJE/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra Chilam Balam 9b In this short film from MENDOZA CLIMB, Adam Ondra takes on Chilam Balam, one of Spain’s most storied testpieces at the 9b grade. With the camera tight on the wall and the effort written across every move, you’re dropped into the rhythm of a world-class climber trying to solve an outrageously hard line—sequence by sequence, attempt by attempt. What makes it worth watching is the pure, unfiltered feel of cutting-edge sport climbing: precision footwork on marginal holds, explosive power followed by calm control, and the mental reset required when everything is at your limit. Whether you’re curious about what 9b climbing actually looks like or you just want a dose of inspiration, this is a fast, focused hit of commitment, movement, and modern history on steep limestone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASvUhPsuLJE https://www.youtube.com/embed/ASvUhPsuLJE 2011-10-17T19:11:22.000Z 868 344687 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/AkigzUFr3ys/zabardast-2018-full-movie 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/AkigzUFr3ys/hqdefault.jpg ZABARDAST - (2018) - full movie ZABARDAST is a high-altitude travel diary that follows a crew of freeriders and mountaineers deep into Pakistan’s Karakoram, chasing a single dream line on a spectacular 5,880-meter peak. Over five weeks in total autonomy, they haul sleds loaded with food, tents, and solar panels across vast glaciers, pushing farther from comfort and closer to the razor edge where expedition logistics, weather, and steep snow decide everything. What makes it unmissable is the blend of human-scale intimacy and big-mountain consequence: quiet camp moments, relentless mileage, and the kind of committed terrain where one mistake is too many. Shot with a cinematic eye and driven by the shared hunger to earn every turn, ZABARDAST delivers pure adventure—remote, beautiful, and nerve-tightening—capturing why moving through wild mountains can feel like the most alive place on earth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkigzUFr3ys https://www.youtube.com/embed/AkigzUFr3ys 2018-12-20T19:00:00.000Z 3241 1840564 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/AsG8VMABE0M/monkey-see-monkey-do-hazel-findlay-climbing-gin-palace 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/AsG8VMABE0M/hqdefault.jpg Monkey See Monkey Do: Hazel Findlay climbing Gin Palace Hazel Findlay steps onto the dark, technical slate of “Gin Palace” in this bite-sized highlight from Hot Aches Productions’ Monkey See, Monkey Do. In just over a minute you get a sharp glimpse of Hazel’s calm, precise style as she works the subtle angles and ripples of a route that demands balance, trust in your feet, and total focus. What makes this worth watching is the purity of it: no filler, just movement, commitment, and the unique atmosphere of slate climbing—smooth, unforgiving, and quietly intense. Whether you’re here for Hazel’s composed execution or you simply love seeing hard climbing on uncommon stone, this clip delivers a quick hit of psych and a reminder that the best sequences often come down to control, confidence, and nerve. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsG8VMABE0M https://www.youtube.com/embed/AsG8VMABE0M 2010-03-07T15:34:42.000Z 95 35983 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/B3pM7u_Udo0/michaela-kiersch-la-rambla-5-15a 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/B3pM7u_Udo0/hqdefault.jpg Michaela Kiersch, “La Rambla” - 5.15a In January 2023, Michaela Kiersch made history by sending La Rambla (5.15a/9a) in Siurana, Spain, becoming only the third woman ever to climb the route and the seventh woman to reach the 5.15 grade. Established in 2003, La Rambla is one of the most iconic and enduring benchmark sport routes in the world, demanding elite-level power, technique, and mental fortitude across its sustained and punishing sequence. This film documents the culmination of years of focused dedication — since her 2021 ascent of Dreamcatcher (5.14d), Michaela overhauled her training with more bouldering and hangboarding to bridge the gap to this elite tier. Shot and edited by Colette McInerney, the film captures both the physical intensity and the emotional weight of achieving a landmark climb, making it essential viewing for anyone who loves high-level sport climbing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3pM7u_Udo0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/B3pM7u_Udo0 2023-06-05T16:00:10Z 501 152849 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/BJywHO-cAkI/stefano-ghisolfi-alex-megos-nalle-hukkataival-and-more-compete-at-the-best-trick 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BJywHO-cAkI/hqdefault.jpg Stefano Ghisolfi, Alex Megos, Nalle Hukkataival, And More Compete At The 'Best Trick' Comp For the 20th anniversary of Turin’s historic Bside climbing gym, EpicTV brings you a fast-paced “Best Trick” bouldering showdown featuring Stefano Ghisolfi, Alex Megos, Nalle Hukkataival, Andy Gullsten, and Marcello Bombardi. The twist is simple and brutal: each climber sets the hardest problem they can dream up, then hands it to the rest of the field to decipher, survive, and (hopefully) send. What makes this worth your nine minutes is the mix of creativity and competitive nerve—watch world-class athletes weaponize their own styles, then scramble to solve someone else’s vision under pressure. It’s part power, part puzzle, and all climbing: quick beta battles, big attempts, and the kind of gym-session intensity that turns a “trick” into a statement. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJywHO-cAkI https://www.youtube.com/embed/BJywHO-cAkI 2017-07-21T11:52:03.000Z 549 147737 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/BKr7nz87IMo/a-very-daniel-rocklands 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BKr7nz87IMo/hqdefault.jpg A Very Daniel Rocklands A Very Daniel Rocklands drops you into the sun-baked boulders of South Africa as Daniel Woods (“D-dubs”) rolls through Rocklands on his 2018 trip, linking powerful sequences and testing his limits on world-class problems. Edited by Stefan Lavender, this mellow, punchy short captures the rhythm of a session: sharp attempts, small victories, and the unmistakable focus that comes with chasing hard lines. It’s worth watching for the vibe as much as the climbing—clean cinematography, quick pacing, and a feel for what makes Rocklands special: golden stone, crisp movement, and problems that demand both brute strength and precision. Whether you’re here for high-grade inspiration or just want an easy, satisfying hit of bouldering stoke, this film delivers a smooth eight minutes of pure motivation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKr7nz87IMo https://www.youtube.com/embed/BKr7nz87IMo 2019-05-06T18:21:33.000Z 504 48030 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/BNUyfgUP-Sk/la-sportiva-legends-only-2013 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BNUyfgUP-Sk/hqdefault.jpg La Sportiva Legends Only 2013 La Sportiva Legends Only 2013 captures nearly three hours of nonstop bouldering action from the iconic Legends Only competition, bringing together a stacked roster of the era’s strongest climbers. With top athletes like Sean McColl, Dmitry Sharafutdinov, James Webb, Alexander Megos, Nalle Hukkataival, and Jan Hojer all on the same stage, the film plays like a time capsule of 2013’s cutting-edge power, precision, and creativity on the wall. What makes this worth watching is the sheer density of high-level attempts: explosive coordination moves, razor-thin margin top-outs, and the mental reset after every fall, all unfolding in a true contest atmosphere. It’s a front-row seat to different styles colliding—methodical problem-solving, raw strength, and fearless commitment—while the pressure rises round after round, making each send feel earned and every miss a lesson in what “Legends Only” really means. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNUyfgUP-Sk https://www.youtube.com/embed/BNUyfgUP-Sk 2013-11-30T21:56:55.000Z 10705 131390 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/BQMHRQvRmGQ/adam-ondra-52-croatia-climbing-road-trip-2-2 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BQMHRQvRmGQ/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #52: Croatia Climbing Road Trip 2/2 Join Adam Ondra on the second half of his Croatia climbing road trip as he heads back to the tufas for a focused session on one standout line: “All in, I’m out.” First climbed by Klemen Bečan, this short film captures the travel-vlog energy of a day on rock while zeroing in on the raw problem-solving that happens when a route demands both power and precision. What makes this episode a must-watch is the battle: steep, slippery tufa climbing that looks friendly from the ground but turns into a full-body chess match on the wall. Ondra breaks down sequences in real time, fights for each section, and questions the grade along the way—offering a compact hit of motivation, technique, and honest effort that climbers can feel, whether you’re chasing 8c or your next personal best. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQMHRQvRmGQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/BQMHRQvRmGQ 2020-02-10T18:41:56.000Z 447 189219 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/BSvx7_-gPiA/uncut-shawn-and-brooke-raboutou-box-therapy-v15-8c 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BSvx7_-gPiA/hqdefault.jpg UNCUT: Shawn and Brooke Raboutou - Box Therapy V15/8C Shawn and Brooke Raboutou deliver a Christmas gift to the climbing world with this raw, uncut footage of both siblings sending Box Therapy, one of the most demanding boulder problems in existence. Rated V15/8C, the problem tests every limit of power, technique, and mental fortitude, and watching two world-class climbers tackle it together makes for an unforgettable holiday release. What sets this film apart is the intimacy of the uncut format—no polish, no edits, just the raw reality of elite bouldering at its highest level. Brooke's ascent is a landmark moment for women's climbing, while Shawn's send reinforces his place among the world's best. A rare sibling double-send of a V15 is something the climbing world may not see again for a long time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSvx7_-gPiA https://www.youtube.com/embed/BSvx7_-gPiA 2023-12-25T17:00:06Z 279 144140 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/BUBcNT8NYCA/un-9b-pas-apr-s-pas-et-le-processus-derri-re-relais-vertical-ep-79 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BUBcNT8NYCA/hqdefault.jpg Un 9b pas après pas (et le processus derrière) | Relais Vertical, Ep.79 Dans cet épisode de Relais Vertical, EpicTV vous emmène à Oliana, en Espagne, sur l’une des falaises les plus exigeantes de la planète. On y retrouve Lucien Martinez face à “Fight or Flight”, un 9b mythique ouvert par Chris Sharma, et on le suit pas à pas dans cette bataille de précision, de puissance et de mental. Plus qu’un simple récit d’ascension, le film s’attarde sur l’envers du décor: la manière dont Lucien construit son travail, session après session, pour apprivoiser l’extrême. Ce qui rend cette vidéo captivante, c’est son regard sur le processus: gestion des essais, organisation des séquences, ajustements techniques, stratégies de repos et maîtrise de la pression. On ressent la patience nécessaire pour faire progresser un projet au millimètre, et l’intensité des moments où tout peut basculer sur un mouvement. Que vous soyez grimpeur ou simple curieux, c’est une immersion courte, nerveuse et inspirante dans la réalité d’un niveau hors norme. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUBcNT8NYCA https://www.youtube.com/embed/BUBcNT8NYCA 2018-06-08T12:30:25.000Z 760 427347 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Bh6y-APMS9Q/fontainebleau-the-worlds-premiere-bouldering-destination 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Bh6y-APMS9Q/hqdefault.jpg Fontainebleau - The World's Premiere Bouldering Destination Fontainebleau, nestled just south of Paris in the heart of France, is widely regarded as the birthplace of bouldering and remains the most iconic bouldering destination on the planet. With over 100 distinct bouldering areas and tens of thousands of problems spread across a vast forest of unique sandstone formations, Font offers a lifetime of climbing for every ability level. This EpicTV destination guide brings Fontainebleau to life, capturing the forest's timeless atmosphere and the sheer scale of what it has to offer. Whether you're a first-time visitor dreaming of your Font pilgrimage or a seasoned climber planning a return trip, this film delivers the inspiration and practical insight to make the most of one of climbing's most sacred grounds. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bh6y-APMS9Q https://www.youtube.com/embed/Bh6y-APMS9Q 2021-07-27T13:00:11Z 614 130806 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/BmQ00ImnNfY/first-ascents-in-wild-basin-with-dave-graham 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BmQ00ImnNfY/hqdefault.jpg First Ascents in Wild Basin with Dave Graham Head into Colorado’s Wild Basin with Cameron Maier for a tight, high-energy session featuring Dave Graham in his element. “First Ascents in Wild Basin with Dave Graham” drops you into crisp alpine bouldering—scouting, testing, and committing to new lines on striking stone, with the day’s objectives ranging from powerful V10 climbing to a truly elite V14 effort. What makes this one worth your nine minutes is the purity of it: no fluff, just movement, problem solving, and the quiet intensity that comes with trying something that’s never been done. You’ll get a front-row look at Graham’s precision and pacing—how he reads micro-features, dials sequences, and stays locked in when the crux demands everything—set against the rugged backdrop that makes Wild Basin feel as wild as the climbing itself. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmQ00ImnNfY https://www.youtube.com/embed/BmQ00ImnNfY 2019-06-11T16:02:32.000Z 549 4579 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Bwu144guQyo/now-thats-what-i-call-a-first-ascent-ep1-dynamics-of-change-e9-with-wide-boyz-pe 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Bwu144guQyo/hqdefault.jpg Now That's What I Call a First Ascent - EP1 - Dynamics of Change E9 - with Wide Boyz - Pete Whitaker In this bite-sized episode of Now That’s What I Call a First Ascent, Hot Aches Productions links up with the Wide Boyz and Pete Whittaker to explore the “Dynamics of Change” behind a first ascent. Set in the world where crack climbing craft, bold decision-making, and quiet obsession collide, the film drops you into the mindset of climbers who thrive on uncertainty—reading rock, testing limits, and adapting on the fly as a new line takes shape. What makes this worth your seven minutes is the clarity and momentum: it’s a concentrated hit of modern trad energy, full of the small details that separate a good day out from a landmark climb. Whether you’re here for Pete’s methodical intensity, the Wide Boyz’ signature crack wizardry, or simply a quick dose of inspiration, this episode captures that addictive moment when commitment meets creativity—and the route starts to become real. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bwu144guQyo https://www.youtube.com/embed/Bwu144guQyo 2016-03-15T16:08:12.000Z 471 87982 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Bz4-PQizX1A/arcteryx-presents-baffin 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Bz4-PQizX1A/hqdefault.jpg Arc'teryx Presents: Baffin Arc'teryx Presents: Baffin follows Brette Harrington and Marc-André Leclerc on a remote big-wall adventure to Baffin Island, where the scale is polar, the granite is uncompromising, and commitment is non-negotiable. Set against the wild sweep of the Arctic, the film captures their August 2016 push on Great Sail Peak as they establish two new routes—an expedition shaped by weather, isolation, and the quiet determination it takes to keep moving upward. Created in loving memory of Leclerc (1992–2018), it carries an unmistakable reverence for a singular climber and partner. What makes Baffin essential viewing is how much it says in just over sixteen minutes: crisp cinematography, purposeful pacing, and sound design that pulls you into the cold air and constant exposure. It’s not just a tally of pitches and summits, but a portrait of partnership, risk, and the kind of climbing where every decision matters—perfect for anyone who loves expedition-scale objectives, bold first ascents, and the rare calm intensity of athletes operating at the edge. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bz4-PQizX1A https://www.youtube.com/embed/Bz4-PQizX1A 2018-07-27T14:32:38.000Z 962 277536 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/C7RkO9_vwk4/daniel-woods-wheel-of-chaos-v14-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/C7RkO9_vwk4/hqdefault.jpg Daniel Woods - Wheel of Chaos V14 FA Daniel Woods - Wheel of Chaos V14 FA captures a brief, high-intensity window into cutting-edge Colorado bouldering as Woods takes on Wheel of Chaos, a V14 testpiece in Rocky Mountain National Park. Shot by Cameron Maier, the film follows the focus, precision, and raw power that go into a first ascent—plus a bonus look at the Wet Rabbit V10 FA—making this a compact hit of modern bouldering progression. What makes it worth your three minutes is the clarity of the challenge: hard moves, unforgiving conditions, and the kind of commitment that separates an attempt from a breakthrough. You’ll get a front-row view of elite problem-solving on stone—body tension, micro-beta adjustments, and the decisive moments when everything finally links—perfect for anyone who loves seeing the limits pushed on real rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7RkO9_vwk4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/C7RkO9_vwk4 2019-06-22T18:17:40.000Z 181 2910 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/CEA84NNHLB8/hippytree-first-ascent-of-panta-rhei 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CEA84NNHLB8/hqdefault.jpg HippyTree / First Ascent of Panta Rhei On a rest day in Squamish, British Columbia, Keenan Takahashi spots a striking jet-black arête tucked beneath Shannon Falls and can’t shake the idea. In HippyTree / First Ascent of Panta Rhei, he returns on the final day of his trip to test himself against the boulder—damp, a little sketchy, and demanding full commitment—seeking a clean first ascent on a line that feels equal parts beautiful and unforgiving. Worth watching for its pure, focused energy, this short captures the quiet intensity that makes bouldering so addictive: reading subtle features, trusting friction when conditions aren’t perfect, and staying locked in when the outcome isn’t guaranteed. Filmed and edited by Kevin Smith, it’s a crisp hit of Squamish atmosphere and a satisfying finish as Keenan names the climb “Panta Rhei”—“everything flows”—a nod to the fleeting moments that define a trip and the movement that carries you through. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEA84NNHLB8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/CEA84NNHLB8 2019-04-05T22:25:13.000Z 112 2003 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/CMCexFuxQeE/jimmy-webb-dreamcatcher-9a-5-14d 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CMCexFuxQeE/hqdefault.jpg Jimmy Webb: Dreamcatcher (9a/5.14d) On a three-month road trip in the summer of 2018, Jimmy Webb makes a spontaneous detour into legend: Dreamcatcher, Chris Sharma’s iconic 9a/5.14d in Squamish, British Columbia. Jimmy Webb: Dreamcatcher follows the build-up and the battle, capturing the mix of ambition and uncertainty that comes with deciding, almost on a whim, to test yourself against one of sport climbing’s most storied lines. What makes this film worth your 11 minutes is the feeling of being right there for the process—training, dialing movement, managing frustration, and returning with that quiet insistence that keeps elite climbers trying when it would be easier to walk away. It’s a focused, intimate look at high-end performance without the noise: crisp Squamish atmosphere, real attempts, and the tension of a true limit fight—shot with a clean, understated eye by Kevin Takashi Smith. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMCexFuxQeE https://www.youtube.com/embed/CMCexFuxQeE 2019-02-18T17:18:46.000Z 684 241109 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/COuxNFuAS1Q/rotpunkt-bibliographie-alex-megos-climbs-his-hardest-project-yet-patagonia-films 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/COuxNFuAS1Q/hqdefault.jpg Rotpunkt: Bibliographie | Alex Megos climbs his hardest project yet | Patagonia Films Rotpunkt: Bibliographie follows world-class climber Alex Megos on his relentless pursuit of one of the most difficult sport routes ever established. First attempted in 2017 at the iconic French crag Céüse, Bibliographie pushed Megos beyond his usual limits—a climber known for rapid, efficient ascents suddenly found himself humbled by a line that demanded years of commitment, physical setbacks, and deep mental resolve. What makes this film exceptional is its honest portrayal of struggle at the absolute frontier of human climbing. Produced by Patagonia Films with stunning cinematography and a deeply personal narrative, it captures not just the athletic feat of climbing 9c, but the emotional arc of a champion confronting failure, injury, and uncertainty—before COVID unexpectedly handed him the window he needed to finally close the book on his greatest project yet. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COuxNFuAS1Q https://www.youtube.com/embed/COuxNFuAS1Q 2020-11-17T02:26:12Z 1020 1139910 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/CQfPC4WZy4Q/bd-athlete-nalle-hukkataival-the-finnish-line-v16-rocklands-hardest-boulder 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CQfPC4WZy4Q/hqdefault.jpg BD Athlete Nalle Hukkataival: The Finnish Line (V16)—Rocklands' Hardest Boulder Black Diamond athlete Nalle Hukkataival heads to South Africa’s Rocklands bouldering paradise to take on The Finnish Line (V16), a problem that sat untouched for years and earned a reputation as something truly rare. In under three minutes, this short film drops you into the intensity of a world-class attempt—where precision, power, and patience collide on a striking piece of stone in a stunning setting. What makes it worth watching is the combination of pure difficulty and pure beauty: a “testpiece” that’s as aesthetic as it is brutal, and an ascent that carries the weight of a potential Rocklands benchmark. If you love seeing the best climbers in the world focus everything into a handful of high-stakes moves, The Finnish Line delivers a crisp hit of inspiration and awe. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CQfPC4WZy4Q https://www.youtube.com/embed/CQfPC4WZy4Q 2017-09-12T16:15:09.000Z 179 206866 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/CZlxY5rNGJk/la-vie-au-bout-des-doigts 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CZlxY5rNGJk/hqdefault.jpg La Vie Au Bout Des Doigts La Vie Au Bout Des Doigts (“Life at Your Fingertips”) is a short, atmospheric climbing film that captures the intimate, high-stakes relationship between a climber and the rock. With a nod to the legendary spirit associated with Patrick Edlinger, it drifts between movement and mindset—hands searching for purchase, feet smearing on nothing, and the quiet concentration that turns blank stone into a line worth committing to. What makes it worth your 26 minutes is the way it celebrates pure climbing: elegant technique, unhurried tension, and that unmistakable feeling of being fully present when you’re above the last good hold. It’s the kind of watch that leaves you wanting to chalk up—whether you’re here for timeless footwork, a dose of climbing history, or simply the reminder that the best routes are climbed as much with imagination as with strength. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZlxY5rNGJk https://www.youtube.com/embed/CZlxY5rNGJk 2014-12-06T13:41:40.000Z 1567 331258 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/CikzYN0z4zU/without-a-partner-pete-whittaker-rope-solos-el-capitan-in-under-24-hours 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CikzYN0z4zU/hqdefault.jpg Without a partner: Pete Whittaker rope solos El Capitan in under 24 hours In November 2016, British climber Pete Whittaker set out to do something almost nobody attempts: rope-solo and free climb El Capitan’s Freerider in a single push. Without a partner on the wall, every lead, every anchor changeover, and every metre of progress depends on one person managing the climbing and the entire system. This film follows Pete’s under-24-hour mission in Yosemite, culminating in a staggering 20 hours and 6 minutes on one of the world’s most iconic big walls. What makes it unmissable is how clearly it reveals the hidden difficulty of rope-solo free climbing—an intense blend of endurance, precision, problem-solving, and mental control where mistakes compound fast and success can look deceptively calm. With insight from long-time partner Tom Randall and big-wall solo veteran Andy Kirkpatrick, you get both the inside mechanics and the bigger significance: a glimpse of a new, faster, freer style of soloing on El Cap, and a rare look at what it takes to keep moving when there’s no one there to help you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CikzYN0z4zU https://www.youtube.com/embed/CikzYN0z4zU 2018-04-11T10:46:20.000Z 1603 506791 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ClqDdW6P9Ho/petzl-roctrip-millau-2006-sport-climbing 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ClqDdW6P9Ho/hqdefault.jpg Petzl Roctrip Millau 2006 - Sport climbing Petzl Roctrip Millau 2006 - Sport climbing drops you into the heart of Petzl’s legendary RocTrip gathering in Millau, France, where limestone walls, sunlit cliffs, and a festival atmosphere set the stage for world-class sport climbing. In under twenty minutes, it captures the energy of a community event that draws top athletes and passionate locals alike, featuring iconic names like Chris Sharma, Lynn Hill, Charlotte Durif, and more as they come together to climb, connect, and celebrate the shared language of movement on rock. What makes this film worth your time is its punchy, motivation-rich snapshot of sport climbing at its most inspiring: big routes, bold attempts, and the kind of focused try-hard that’s contagious even from the couch. With Guillaume Broust’s direction keeping the pace tight, it’s an easy watch that doubles as a quick hit of stoke—perfect if you love classic event vibes, want a taste of Millau’s famous crags, or just need a reminder of why we chase clean lines and better sequences. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ClqDdW6P9Ho https://www.youtube.com/embed/ClqDdW6P9Ho 2011-02-11T10:54:06.000Z 1006 458037 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Cm_DEVXBOTQ/climbing-beluga-an-arcteryx-film 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Cm_DEVXBOTQ/hqdefault.jpg Climbing Beluga - An Arc'teryx Film Climbing Beluga - An Arc'teryx Film follows Paul McSorley, Tony Richardson, Joshua Lavigne, and Crosby Johnston as they push deep into Canada’s high Arctic for an ambitious objective: a first ascent of the North Face of Beluga Spire on remote Baffin Island. With a local guide warning them they’re arriving at the very end of the short summer window, the team battles sea ice, long boat crossings, and the isolation of the Sam Ford Fiord before they even set foot on the Broad Peak glacier. What makes this short film so gripping is how clearly it captures the full arc of an expedition—uncertain access, hard-earned attempts, and the steady decision-making that turns big dreams into real climbing. If you love raw landscapes, tight team dynamics, and the quiet intensity of committing to a line far from rescue and comfort, this is a lean, atmospheric watch that delivers the feeling of true adventure in just over eleven minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cm_DEVXBOTQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/Cm_DEVXBOTQ 2015-04-09T12:59:00.000Z 681 172156 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Cqe_w2JTlKM/rampage-full-film-with-chris-sharma 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Cqe_w2JTlKM/hqdefault.jpg Rampage - Full Film with Chris Sharma Rampage follows a young Chris Sharma in 1999, when the 18-year-old phenom hit the road with Obe Carrion in a battered RV and set out across the American West in search of the best new bouldering. Captured by filmmakers Josh and Brett Lowell in one of their earliest projects for REEL ROCK, the film drops you into a pivotal moment when modern bouldering in America was just beginning to explode. What makes Rampage worth the hour is its raw, road-trip energy and the sense of discovery that comes from watching great climbers meet blank stone with nothing but imagination, skin, and stubbornness. It’s a time capsule of an era before polished gyms and viral beta—when establishing a problem meant real uncertainty, real commitment, and long days chasing conditions—plus plenty of Sharma’s trademark power and ease on the rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cqe_w2JTlKM https://www.youtube.com/embed/Cqe_w2JTlKM 2020-04-02T00:01:50.000Z 4602 153659 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/CysVR2VaVW4/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-3 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CysVR2VaVW4/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #3 Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #3 drops you into Adam Ondra’s November 2018 travel sprint across iconic climbing destinations in the USA and Chile. In this short, fast-moving episode, the journey lands in Yosemite, where Adam soaks up the history and atmosphere of Camp 4 before stepping onto the kind of granite boulders that have shaped generations of climbers. What makes this worth your three minutes is the combination of legend and immediacy: big-name problems, a world-class athlete keeping it candid, and the unmistakable Yosemite vibe—chalk, granite, and stories embedded in every landing. It’s a quick hit of road-trip stoke that reminds you why climbing isn’t just about sends, but about place, culture, and the simple thrill of pulling on rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CysVR2VaVW4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/CysVR2VaVW4 2018-11-16T07:39:04.000Z 202 130097 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Cyya23MPoAI/climbing-solo-with-alex-honnold-insane-experience 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Cyya23MPoAI/hqdefault.jpg Climbing SOLO with Alex Honnold **INSANE EXPERIENCE** Magnus Midtbø teams up with Alex Honnold for a day of climbing that quickly turns into a full-on lesson in staying calm when the air gets big. From gym sessions to exposed rock, it’s a close-up look at what “solo” really feels like when you’re next to one of the most composed climbers on the planet. What makes this one gripping is the contrast: Magnus’s relatable reactions against Honnold’s steady, methodical approach to risk, movement, and mindset. If you like climbing films that mix real tension with genuine friendship and behind-the-scenes problem solving, this is an addictive watch that leaves you equal parts inspired and wide-eyed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cyya23MPoAI https://www.youtube.com/embed/Cyya23MPoAI 2022-06-17T19:46:57Z 2083 12988823 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/DEqcQbqM0qI/adam-ondra-36-bouldering-in-a-cave-ghost-rider-8c 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DEqcQbqM0qI/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #36: Bouldering in a Cave / Ghost Rider 8C Return to the Moravian Karst with Adam Ondra as he heads deep into a limestone cave for a bouldering session that’s equal parts homecoming and high stakes. In this short episode, Ondra revisits the area where he grew up climbing and takes on Ghost Rider (8C), aiming for the coveted second ascent of a modern testpiece first established by Martin Stráník. What makes this one worth your time is the rare mix of nostalgia and cutting-edge difficulty: a world-class climber on terrain that still pushes him to the limit. Expect tight, cinematic cave atmosphere, precise movement on steep limestone, and a clear window into how elite bouldering comes together—problem solving, pacing, and commitment when the holds are small and the margin for error is even smaller. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEqcQbqM0qI https://www.youtube.com/embed/DEqcQbqM0qI 2019-10-21T18:00:50.000Z 521 153602 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/DLu3ZP8q-Aw/frictionlabs-athlete-nick-chavis-climbs-daniel-woods-dark-waters-v13-8b 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DLu3ZP8q-Aw/hqdefault.jpg FrictionLabs Athlete Nick Chavis climbs Daniel Woods' Dark Waters, V13/8B. FrictionLabs Athlete Nick Chavis climbs Daniel Woods’ Dark Waters, V13/8B drops you into Clear Creek Canyon for a quick, punchy look at one of Colorado’s most talked-about granite testpieces. In under three minutes, you’ll see Chavis settle into the process—dialing movement, building confidence, and chasing the kind of precision bouldering that made Dark Waters a benchmark line in the first place. What makes this worth your time is how much story is packed into such a short film: the route’s history, the lingering grade debates, and the simple truth that the climb still demands commitment no matter what number you put on it. It’s a satisfying watch for anyone who loves hard bouldering—real attempts, real effort, and the payoff of a clean send on a modern classic. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLu3ZP8q-Aw https://www.youtube.com/embed/DLu3ZP8q-Aw 2018-12-05T22:18:23.000Z 176 6448 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/DXgdXptfgtk/now-thats-what-i-call-a-first-ascent-ep3-the-long-hope-dave-macleod 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DXgdXptfgtk/hqdefault.jpg Now That's What I Call a First Ascent - EP3 - The Long Hope - Dave MacLeod Now That’s What I Call a First Ascent – EP3 – The Long Hope follows Scottish climber Dave MacLeod as he takes on one of the most intimidating lines in UK climbing: a huge, remote sea-cliff project where the name says it all. Shot by Hot Aches Productions, the episode drops you into the cold air, roaring surf, and high-stakes focus of a first ascent attempt where every move is earned and every decision matters. What makes this worth watching is the blend of raw commitment and clear-headed craft: you get the physical fight on steep rock, but also the quieter battle—doubt, preparation, and the mental discipline needed to keep moving when the consequence is real. In just over twelve minutes, it delivers big-wall atmosphere, sharp filmmaking, and the kind of climbing that leaves your palms sweating from the couch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXgdXptfgtk https://www.youtube.com/embed/DXgdXptfgtk 2016-03-24T14:51:57.000Z 764 87077 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/DhFx17s4a2E/the-road-from-karakol 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DhFx17s4a2E/hqdefault.jpg The Road from Karakol Kyle Dempster points his bike east from Karakol and into the backroads of Kyrgyzstan with a trailer of climbing gear, a couple mostly-reliable maps, and just enough local vocabulary to keep moving. Filmed entirely by Dempster in summer 2011, The Road from Karakol follows two months of pedaling, pushing, and wading through wild rivers and checkpoint hassles on a solo journey toward remote alpine walls—where he’s not just traveling alone, he’s also climbing alone, recording the days when the camera is his only companion. What makes this one stick is its unpolished honesty: the long stretches of effort, the quiet conversations with nobody, and the sudden snap from dusty road to high-stakes soloing on unclimbed mixed and rock terrain. Shaped from raw expedition footage into an award-winning 25-minute story, it’s equal parts road trip, adventure diary, and climbing film—an invitation to embrace uncertainty, earn every view, and start plotting your own far-off line. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhFx17s4a2E https://www.youtube.com/embed/DhFx17s4a2E 2013-06-24T23:18:55.000Z 1500 239189 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/DkLfb92Ly9U/adam-ondra-57-no-fear-falling 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DkLfb92Ly9U/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #57: No Fear - Falling In Adam Ondra #57: No Fear – Falling, Adam Ondra takes you into a part of climbing that everyone feels but few talk about honestly: the fear of letting go. Built around a punchy collection of real falls from training and competition on the road to Tokyo, this short episode explores what happens in those split seconds when commitment, trust, and technique meet gravity. What makes it worth your time is how practical it is. Beyond the adrenaline and the occasional wince, Ondra breaks down why falling is a skill you can train—how to build confidence in your belayer, learn to relax mid-drop, and turn “what if?” into forward motion on the wall. If you’ve ever hesitated above a bolt or backed off a move because your mind got louder than your feet, this is a motivating, oddly reassuring watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkLfb92Ly9U https://www.youtube.com/embed/DkLfb92Ly9U 2020-03-16T19:04:17Z 403 1054897 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Dkodg5SMIHM/ringlock-ranch-unclimbed-cracks-in-utah-eddie-bauer 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Dkodg5SMIHM/hqdefault.jpg Ringlock Ranch: Unclimbed Cracks In Utah | Eddie Bauer Ringlock Ranch: Unclimbed Cracks In Utah follows climber and route developer Mason Earle deep into Utah’s desert canyons in search of the next hidden line. Far from the well-trodden classics, he traces years of exploration and obsession that lead to a remote, seldom-visited canyon—and a striking, untouched crack that feels like it’s been waiting in silence for the right moment. What makes this short film worth your time is its mix of discovery and commitment: the slow burn of scouting, the raw beauty of desert stone, and the focused intensity of crack climbing when there’s no blueprint and no crowds. It’s a quick hit of adventure that captures why climbers keep coming back to the desert—because the map is never finished, and the best routes are often the ones you have to earn. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dkodg5SMIHM https://www.youtube.com/embed/Dkodg5SMIHM 2018-06-07T16:31:05.000Z 491 365806 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/DnievB3ZWgU/an-untouched-paradise-monte-lu-bagnu-sardinia-bouldering-part-1 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DnievB3ZWgU/hqdefault.jpg An Untouched Paradise - Monte Lu Bagnu, Sardinia Bouldering (Part 1) After seven months of roaming and bouldering through the Alps, Eadan Cunningham lands in Sardinia with a single mission: find an undiscovered zone worth developing. An Untouched Paradise follows his first days at Monte Lu Bagnu as he explores the coastline, stumbles onto a hidden gem, and begins the hands-on work of turning raw stone into climbable lines—scoping, scrubbing, and piecing together first ascents in a place that feels genuinely new. This is bouldering as adventure rather than tick-list: quiet approaches, problem-solving on immaculate rock, and the satisfaction of bringing a crag to life one climb at a time. Shot in crisp 4K with an eye for the Mediterranean landscape, it blends travel-film atmosphere with authentic sessions on compelling blocs, making it easy to get inspired—whether you’re dreaming up your next trip or just want to watch someone strike gold and commit to building something from scratch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnievB3ZWgU https://www.youtube.com/embed/DnievB3ZWgU 2018-06-03T21:37:32.000Z 2007 12159 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/DpDrgWGM-dc/eddie-bauer-freeing-the-verdon-gorge 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DpDrgWGM-dc/hqdefault.jpg Eddie Bauer - Freeing The Verdon Gorge Eddie Bauer - Freeing The Verdon Gorge drops you onto the towering limestone walls of southern France with free climbers Katie Lambert and Caroline George. In this short, transportive film from Cheyne Lempe, the pair chase proud lines above the river-cut void of the Verdon, taking on classic, delicate routes where exposure is constant and the climbing demands calm precision. What makes it worth watching is the mix of beauty and bite: sunlit stone, dizzying drop-offs, and the quiet tension of run-out sequences that echo an earlier era of airy sport climbing. With standout objectives like Surveiller et Punir and Pichenibule, the film pairs high-grade movement with an honest look at fear management and commitment—best experienced with headphones on as you get pulled into the rhythm of the gorge. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpDrgWGM-dc https://www.youtube.com/embed/DpDrgWGM-dc 2015-02-02T20:42:28.000Z 221 89486 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Dtta58DcezQ/fontainebleau-bouldering-in-the-magical-forest-2017 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Dtta58DcezQ/hqdefault.jpg Fontainebleau - Bouldering in the magical forest | 2017 Step into the magical forest of Fontainebleau with Samuel, Tobias, and filmmaker/climber Simon Lotz for a laid-back, stoke-filled bouldering trip from 2017. Across two weeks on the sandstone, the film captures the simple rhythm of chasing good conditions, hiking between blocs, and pulling on some of Bleau’s most iconic lines—from elegant slabs to steep, powerful overhangs. What makes this one a great watch is how it balances real climbing with real atmosphere: crisp movement, classic problems and grades (7a to 7c+), and the unmistakable feel of a destination where every boulder has a story. Whether you’re planning your own Fontainebleau pilgrimage or just want 24 minutes of pure bouldering escapism, it’s an easy, satisfying ride that leaves you ready for the next session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dtta58DcezQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/Dtta58DcezQ 2017-05-06T09:14:54.000Z 1421 157028 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/DuMxIC6qdp8/seb-takes-on-the-unrepeatable-9as-seb-bouins-vintage-rock-tour-ep-4 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DuMxIC6qdp8/hqdefault.jpg Seb Takes On The Unrepeatable 9a's | Seb Bouin's Vintage Rock Tour Ep.4 Seb Bouin heads to Les Eaux Claires on France’s west coast for episode 4 of his Vintage Rock Tour, staring down one of sport climbing’s most iconic challenges: Fred Rouhling’s legendary trio of 9a testpieces. With history and hype hanging over every move, Seb sets out to do what many have considered "unrepeatable". This film is all about the process—dialing sequences, managing skin and power, and staying locked in when the margin is razor-thin. If you love watching a world-class climber problem-solve on steep, futuristic limestone and chase a bold goal with total commitment, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DuMxIC6qdp8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/DuMxIC6qdp8 2021-02-12T14:00:15Z 751 179980 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/E2eoLtU6ScQ/34-endurance 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/E2eoLtU6ScQ/hqdefault.jpg 34 Endurance 34 Endurance kicks off Neil Gresham’s climbing masterclass on one of the sport’s most familiar sensations: the pump. In this concise intro, he defines what “endurance” really means for climbers and breaks it into two core buckets—power-endurance and stamina—so you can understand which kind of fitness you’re actually training when you’re battling to stay on the holds. What makes this worth watching is how quickly it turns a vague goal (“get less pumped”) into a clear framework you can apply to your own sessions. Expect practical, coach-level insights on the different methods used to build versatile endurance, plus the mindset shift that keeps you progressing even as increased fitness pulls you onto harder routes and new limits. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2eoLtU6ScQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/E2eoLtU6ScQ 2016-02-21T14:41:25.000Z 546 28736 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/E6-La1pz1SU/adam-ondra-en-psicoterapia-9a-valdegov-a 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/E6-La1pz1SU/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra en Psicoterapia 9a (Valdegovía) Adam Ondra en Psicoterapia 9a (Valdegovía) drops you into a tight, high-stakes sport climbing session in northern Spain, where one of the world’s most electric climbers takes on “Psicoterapia,” a short 16-meter 9a with a razor-edged crux and a pumpy, resistance-heavy finish. Filmed by Desnivel, it’s a compact but intimate look at what happens when an “on-sight” dream meets a route that demands absolute precision. What makes this worth watching is the honesty of the attempt: Ondra doesn’t get it first go, and that’s the point. You’ll see the micro-adjustments between tries, the tactical decision-making when fatigue starts to climb faster than you do, and the relentless commitment required to turn a near-miss into a send on the third attempt. It’s a reminder that even at the top level, success is built from small corrections, sharp effort, and the willingness to keep pulling when it would be easier to let go. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6-La1pz1SU https://www.youtube.com/embed/E6-La1pz1SU 2014-05-09T08:55:54.000Z 556 513237 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/E6KBigZAkEo/how-small-do-climbing-holds-really-get-outdoor-bouldering-from-v0-to-v14 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/E6KBigZAkEo/hqdefault.jpg How Small Do Climbing Holds REALLY Get?! (Outdoor Bouldering from V0 to V14) How Small Do Climbing Holds REALLY Get?! is a fast, visual tour through outdoor bouldering grades—from friendly V0 jugs to the razor-thin reality of V14—set in Targasonne, a home crag in the French Pyrenees. Alex Tighe and Lucie Allard guide you through what actually changes as the grades rise: not just the holds, but the movement, precision, and commitment required to keep progressing. What makes this one worth your time is the clear, grade-by-grade comparison that puts “hard” into perspective. You’ll see how footwork, body tension, and finger strength become non-negotiable as holds shrink into micro-crimps, plus a mix of styles (overhangs, slopers, highball moments) that mirrors what real outdoor sessions feel like. If you climb indoors and wonder what the jump outside looks like—or you’re chasing your next limit—this is a motivating benchmark video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6KBigZAkEo https://www.youtube.com/embed/E6KBigZAkEo 2025-06-22T16:29:07Z 1077 61088 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/E9S5Xaj46vM/keenan-takahashi-rolls-out-delusions-of-grandeur-8b-v13-on-the-quick 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/E9S5Xaj46vM/hqdefault.jpg Keenan Takahashi rolls out Delusions of Grandeur 8B/V13 on the quick! Keenan Takahashi rolls into Switzerland and keeps the ticks coming with a fast, confident repeat of Dave Graham’s Delusions of Grandeur (8B/V13). In this quick-hit FrictionLabs feature, you get a front-row seat to Keenan’s efficiency on steep rock—quiet focus, precise movement, and the kind of power that makes a notoriously hard line look almost casual. What makes this one worth pressing play is the pace: no filler, just the essentials—sharp footage, clean sequences, and the satisfying arc of seeing a top climber dial a classic in under five minutes. It’s a compact dose of modern bouldering done right, with just enough behind-the-scenes flavor (chalk choices, filming, and atmosphere) to make you want to get up, brush holds, and try hard. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9S5Xaj46vM https://www.youtube.com/embed/E9S5Xaj46vM 2019-05-30T22:30:28.000Z 279 8180 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/EHB70d-909I/dave-macleod-climbing-breathless-e10-in-the-lakes-from-film-e11 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EHB70d-909I/hqdefault.jpg Dave MacLeod climbing Breathless E10 in the Lakes. From film 'E11' Dave MacLeod climbing Breathless E10 in the Lakes is a punchy, high-impact scene lifted from Hot Aches Productions’ film E11, capturing MacLeod on one of the Lake District’s most intimidating trad testpieces. In under two minutes, it drops you straight into the headspace of hard British climbing: steep rock, serious commitment, and the kind of moves where hesitation costs. What makes this worth watching is the raw, distilled intensity—no long build-up, just pure consequence and control as MacLeod fights for every position. If you love bold trad, razor-thin margins, and the electrifying reality of falls and real risk, this clip delivers a quick hit of inspiration and nerves, leaving you with that familiar urge to get outside and “bring the psych.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHB70d-909I https://www.youtube.com/embed/EHB70d-909I 2010-03-11T08:22:52.000Z 111 16181 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/EJ7oYTRdj5I/dave-macleod-indian-face-e9 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EJ7oYTRdj5I/hqdefault.jpg Dave MacLeod - Indian Face E9 Dave MacLeod - Indian Face E9 follows one of Britain’s most formidable climbers as he takes on “Indian Face,” the infamous E9 on Clogwyn Du’r Arddu in North Wales. First climbed by Johnny Dawes in the 1980s, the line has become a benchmark of boldness and composure—less a route you “try” and more a commitment you earn, move by move, above serious consequences. In just 18 minutes, Hot Aches Productions distills the magnetism of hard trad into something you can feel: the history, the exposure, the razor-thin margin between flowing and freezing, and the quiet intensity it takes to keep climbing when the doubts get loud. Whether you know the grade or not, it’s a sharp hit of psych and perspective—an up-close reminder that the most legendary ascents aren’t only about strength, but about decisions made high above the last good gear. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJ7oYTRdj5I https://www.youtube.com/embed/EJ7oYTRdj5I 2019-03-22T16:40:33.000Z 1085 37378 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ELiQBQt2Kdc/ethan-pringle-the-nest-v15 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ELiQBQt2Kdc/hqdefault.jpg Ethan Pringle | The Nest V15 Ethan Pringle | The Nest V15 follows Mad Rock athlete Ethan Pringle into the sandstone labyrinth of Red Rocks, where one of the area’s fiercest boulder problems becomes an all-consuming mission. In just over six minutes, the film captures the essence of a true V15 project: long approaches, endless rehearsals, and the quiet, stubborn belief that one perfect sequence is waiting to happen. What makes this worth watching is the perspective behind the send—more than 50 days of effort distilled into a single, unforgettable minute. You’ll feel the grind of thousands of attempts, the mental tug-of-war between self-doubt and hope, and the payoff when preparation finally clicks into motion. It’s a short, intense hit of high-end bouldering that leaves you inspired by how much heart can be poured into one climb. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELiQBQt2Kdc https://www.youtube.com/embed/ELiQBQt2Kdc 2018-07-11T15:07:39Z 391 41058 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/EUCq5wUtI0k/jason-kehl-in-hueco-land-full-length 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EUCq5wUtI0k/hqdefault.jpg Jason Kehl In Hueco Land! (Full Length) Jason Kehl In Hueco Land! (Full Length) drops you into the sun-baked maze of Hueco Tanks, Texas, alongside FrictionLabs pro and longtime route developer Jason Kehl (CryptoChild). Over 11 minutes, Kehl prowls through shadowy caves and iconic blocs, hunting for fresh stone, new sequences, and those rare lines that feel instantly classic, all captured with crisp filming and a tight edit by Nathaniel Davison. What makes this one worth the click is the mix of exploration and execution: the thrill of uncovering “alive” rock, the creativity of solving movement on steep Hueco features, and the quiet satisfaction of sharing first ascents with the community. It’s a quick shot of weekly motivation that balances atmosphere, aerial glimpses of the park, and the simple, addictive process of turning blank rock into a five-star boulder problem. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUCq5wUtI0k https://www.youtube.com/embed/EUCq5wUtI0k 2017-02-15T21:16:27.000Z 666 52759 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/EV92iFq-NM8/black-diamond-presents-hard-sends-with-seb-bouin-bibliographie-9b-5-15c 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EV92iFq-NM8/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond Presents: Hard Sends with Seb Bouin—Bibliographie 9b+ (5.15c) Black Diamond Presents: Hard Sends with Seb Bouin follows BD athlete Seb Bouin as he takes on Bibliographie (9b+ / 5.15c), one of the hardest sport routes on the planet, on the razor-edged limestone of Céüse in France. Known for power and endurance, Seb steps into terrain he calls his anti-style—tiny crimps and sharp pockets—where every attempt is a lesson in patience. This is a process film at full volume: real setbacks, doubt, and the slow grind of dialing movement, skin, and mindset until the pieces finally align. If you love seeing what it actually takes to earn a world-class send—micro-beta refinements, pressure management, and the stubborn belief that one more try might be the one—this journey delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EV92iFq-NM8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/EV92iFq-NM8 2024-05-21T14:31:54Z 1484 160115 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/EVBqqmKN_mA/ice-anarchy-the-pursuit-of-madness-part-3 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EVBqqmKN_mA/hqdefault.jpg Ice, Anarchy & the Pursuit of Madness Part 3 Ice, Anarchy & the Pursuit of Madness Part 3 drops you into the high, cold chaos of Pakistan’s Charakusa Valley, where Patagonia ambassadors Steve House, Vince Anderson, and Marko Prezelj arrive with one goal: unclimbed giants. In August 2007 they establish base camp beneath K6 and K7 West, committing to the kind of remote, consequential alpinism where weather, altitude, and uncertainty dictate every decision. What makes this chapter essential is its raw immediacy—an expedition story distilled to the moments that matter most: pushing upward when visibility disappears, managing risk when the margin thins to nothing, and finding clarity inside a whiteout. With the first ascent of K7 West (6,842m) looming over every frame, it’s a compact hit of adventure and resolve that captures why big-mountain climbing still feels like the purest form of pursuit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVBqqmKN_mA https://www.youtube.com/embed/EVBqqmKN_mA 2009-10-19T03:57:34.000Z 596 22782 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/EbkjUdy7DBQ/the-north-face-presents-nina-williams-riding-the-wave-china-beach-5-14b-8c 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EbkjUdy7DBQ/hqdefault.jpg The North Face presents: Nina Williams "RIDING THE WAVE" - CHINA BEACH 5.14B/8C Nina Williams returns to a childhood dream with China Beach, a storied New Hampshire testpiece that’s as meaningful as it is difficult. Presented by The North Face and captured with Mellow’s signature eye, RIDING THE WAVE follows Nina’s long arc toward a first female ascent of the “king line” at 5.14b/8c. This film is for anyone who loves the blend of history, pressure, and pure movement that defines top-end sport climbing. Expect persistence, sharp decision-making on the rock, and the kind of emotional payoff that only comes when a route has been living in your head for decades. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbkjUdy7DBQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/EbkjUdy7DBQ 2023-09-06T15:59:09Z 1214 263040 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/EcU255XBlcI/petzl-roctrip-china-2011-the-official-movie 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EcU255XBlcI/hqdefault.jpg Petzl RocTrip China 2011 - The official movie Petzl RocTrip China 2011 – The official movie drops you into the heart of Petzl’s legendary gathering in China’s limestone paradise, where hundreds of climbers converged to explore brand-new lines in an otherworldly karst valley. Filmed during the 2011 RocTrip, it captures the scale of the event—freshly bolted routes, big formations, and the buzz of a traveling climbing community discovering a destination in real time. What makes it essential viewing is how it balances festival energy with truly world-class climbing: Dani Andrada’s relentless push on the 7-pitch Corazon de Ensueno (8c/5.14b), hard projects coming together, and standout first ascents from top names, all set against sweeping walls and soaring features. Whether you come for the multi-pitch drama, the cutting-edge sport grades, or the simple joy of a global crew sharing a valley and a vision, this film delivers a concentrated hit of motivation and adventure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcU255XBlcI https://www.youtube.com/embed/EcU255XBlcI 2012-05-16T17:43:14.000Z 1409 1403324 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/EdMsY5st2J8/alex-megos-climbs-lucid-dreaming-8c-v15-in-bishop 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EdMsY5st2J8/hqdefault.jpg Alex Megos Climbs "Lucid Dreaming" (8C/V15) In Bishop Alex Megos takes on “Lucid Dreaming” (8C/V15) in Bishop, California—an uncompromising testpiece on the Grandpa Peabody boulder in the Buttermilks. Filmed by Ken Etzel for Red Bull, this short follows Megos through a focused return mission after an earlier attempt cut short, as he dedicates himself to finishing his hardest and longest project to date. In just over four minutes, you get a front-row seat to the real work behind an elite boulder: day-by-day adjustments, skin-splitting granite, and the gritty rituals of staying ready for a single perfect try. It’s a tight, high-intensity watch that captures the obsession, patience, and precision it takes to turn a dream line into a send—and why Bishop remains a proving ground for the best in the world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdMsY5st2J8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/EdMsY5st2J8 2015-04-16T23:11:16.000Z 252 635095 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/EiUgJnndVNU/aliz-e-dufraisse-la-reina-mora-8c-9a-ffa 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EiUgJnndVNU/hqdefault.jpg Alizée Dufraisse: La Reina Mora 8c+/9a FFA Alizée Dufraisse: La Reina Mora 8c+/9a FFA drops you onto the sun-baked limestone of Siurana, Spain, as French climber Alizée Dufraisse tackles La Reina Mora in El Pati—one of the world’s most iconic testpiece walls. In under five minutes, this prAna short captures the intensity of her push into the 8c+/9a realm, culminating in a landmark first female ascent on a route whose grade and reputation have only grown with repeat attempts by the strongest climbers. What makes this worth watching is the blend of high-stakes history and raw, close-up effort: precise footwork on thin edges, committed body positions, and the quiet focus it takes to stick a sequence when everything is on the line. It’s a quick hit of big-grade inspiration—part snapshot of a breakthrough moment, part reminder of how rare and hard-earned performances at this level are—and it will leave you wanting to queue up more from Siurana’s legendary cliffs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EiUgJnndVNU https://www.youtube.com/embed/EiUgJnndVNU 2012-02-23T01:23:13.000Z 298 86465 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Ej8q2otHudk/frictionlabs-pro-keenan-takahashi-takes-down-the-ice-knife-v14-in-guanella-pass- 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ej8q2otHudk/hqdefault.jpg FrictionLabs Pro Keenan Takahashi takes down The Ice Knife, V14 in Guanella Pass, CO. Before winter settles in at Guanella Pass, FrictionLabs pro Keenan Takahashi heads to Colorado’s roadside alpine boulders for a fast, focused session on hard granite. After flashing the classic Mind Matters (V12), he turns his attention uphill to Dave Graham’s The Ice Knife (V14), looking sharp and composed as he sizes up the line and commits to every move. This short film is worth your three minutes for its no-nonsense glimpse of elite bouldering: efficient attempts, crisp body tension, and the kind of calm aggression it takes to close on V14 with confidence. It’s also a teaser for what comes next—The Ice Knife Sit (V15) still on the tick list—making this send feel like a stepping stone in a bigger season-long story you’ll want to follow. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ej8q2otHudk https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ej8q2otHudk 2018-11-20T20:40:14.000Z 186 14362 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/EonyurA4koo/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-14 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EonyurA4koo/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #14 Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #14 drops you into Adam Ondra’s November 2018 journey through the Americas, stopping in the splitters of Indian Creek as he dives deeper into the craft of crack climbing. In this short episode, Ondra and his crew chase clean lines and hard moves on Hot Pork Sundae (5.13+ / 8b), capturing the gritty rhythm of jamming, stacking, and fighting for every inch of progress in Utah’s iconic desert sandstone. What makes this one pop is the perspective: alongside the usual up-close intensity, the route is revealed from above with drone footage that turns the fissures into graphic slashes across the cliff. It’s a quick, high-energy watch that mixes Ondra’s world-class precision with the raw, sun-baked vibe of Indian Creek—perfect if you want a compact dose of road-trip climbing, big-air visuals, and a reminder of how committing crack climbing really is. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EonyurA4koo https://www.youtube.com/embed/EonyurA4koo 2019-01-14T07:08:31.000Z 274 88422 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/EzeIFpJuDRo/bd-athlete-nalle-hukkataival-goes-big-in-vegas 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EzeIFpJuDRo/hqdefault.jpg BD Athlete Nalle Hukkataival goes big in Vegas Black Diamond athlete Nalle Hukkataival goes big in Vegas is a crisp hit of desert bouldering shot on a frigid trip to Red Rocks outside Las Vegas, Nevada. In under nine minutes, it drops you into Nalle’s focused, no-nonsense approach as he scouts stone, dials sequences, and turns winter conditions into an excuse to try harder. What makes it worth watching is the blend of raw highball commitment and world-class power: new problems, a long list of hard test-pieces, and the high-stakes second ascent of Shining Path (V12). Expect tense top-outs, pad-stacking logistics, and that unmistakable Red Rocks texture—sharp, beautiful, and unforgiving—delivered with the pace and intensity of a true “go big” session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzeIFpJuDRo https://www.youtube.com/embed/EzeIFpJuDRo 2014-04-11T18:48:59.000Z 525 78353 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/EzhKy-ZVwM4/the-north-face-presents-nathaniel-coleman-no-one-mourns-the-wicked-v17-9a-first- 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EzhKy-ZVwM4/hqdefault.jpg The North Face Presents: Nathaniel Coleman - "No One Mourns the Wicked" V17/9A - First Ascent In this film, Nathaniel Coleman heads back to Thunder Ridge, Colorado to chase a new standard in modern bouldering: the first ascent of “No One Mourns the Wicked,” graded V17/9A. Building on the legacy of Daniel Woods’s original line “Defying Gravity,” Nathaniel sets his sights on an audacious low start that turns an already brutal problem into something bordering on the impossible. What makes this worth watching is the obsession with a single, low-percentage move—one of those razor-thin cruxes where every attempt teaches you something, and mastery is earned the hard way. It’s a sharp, focused look at elite-level projecting: precision, patience, and the mental grind of returning until the move finally unlocks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzhKy-ZVwM4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/EzhKy-ZVwM4 2025-01-01T16:56:22Z 1392 312136 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/F-j9Wg2U1BY/arkose-pr-sente-heroes-in-c-se-vs-projets-extr-mes 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/F-j9Wg2U1BY/hqdefault.jpg Arkose Présente : Heroes in Céüse VS Projets Extrêmes Arkose sends five of its top athletes to Céüse, one of France's most legendary limestone sport climbing destinations, to go head-to-head with some of the hardest routes on the planet. Over two intense days, Mejdi Schalck and Louna Ladevant target Le Cadre (9a), Manon Hily sets her sights on the iconic Biographie (9a+), Pierre Le Cerf tackles 3 Degrés de Séparation (9a+), and Tristan Ladevant battles Mr Hyde (8c+). This film captures the raw tension of projecting at the elite level — the failed attempts, the mental battles, and the moments of pure commitment that define high-end redpointing. Whether or not each climber sends, the journey through Céüse's sweeping grey pockets and fierce technical sequences makes for compelling viewing for anyone who has ever pushed their limits on a dream route. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-j9Wg2U1BY https://www.youtube.com/embed/F-j9Wg2U1BY 2023-04-27T10:32:34Z 854 50712 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/F3bH8-iKMew/berhault-climbing-like-dancing-on-the-rock 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/F3bH8-iKMew/hqdefault.jpg Berhault Climbing like Dancing on the Rock Patrick Berhault Climbing like Dancing on the Rock is a short, evocative tribute to French alpinist and free-climbing icon Patrick Berhault—nicknamed “Berobocop”—whose fluid style and fierce commitment to mountain ethics helped reshape modern climbing. In just under four minutes, it sketches the spirit of a climber who moved between pure rock and high, serious alpine terrain, leaving a legacy intertwined with the golden era of French climbing alongside names like Patrick Edlinger. What makes this worth watching is the contrast it captures: grace under exposure, simplicity against vast landscapes, and the quiet intensity of someone who climbed with purpose rather than spectacle. It’s a bite-sized hit of inspiration—perfect when you want to remember why climbing can feel like art, why movement matters, and how a life lived on steep stone can echo far beyond the summit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3bH8-iKMew https://www.youtube.com/embed/F3bH8-iKMew 2008-10-31T11:50:21.000Z 229 63069 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/F9xWRJzFuC4/uncut-jimmy-webb-flashing-vorpal-blade-v13-8b 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/F9xWRJzFuC4/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Jimmy Webb flashing Vorpal Blade (V13/8B) Uncut: Jimmy Webb flashing Vorpal Blade (V13/8B) drops you right into a crisp May session at Black Mountain, California, where one of bouldering’s most iconic testpieces meets Jimmy’s unmistakable precision. With the camera kept close and the pacing honest, the film captures the full arc of a flash attempt on “Vorpal Blade” — an ultra-classic line where every decision matters and there’s nowhere to hide. What makes this worth watching is the purity: no manufactured drama, just raw movement on legendary holds, the quiet intensity between tries, and the satisfaction of watching mastery translate into a clean, committed send. At just over three minutes, it’s a concentrated hit of high-end bouldering—perfect for a quick boost of stoke, a study in efficiency, and a reminder of how magical it looks when hard climbing goes right. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9xWRJzFuC4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/F9xWRJzFuC4 2019-06-05T18:50:47.000Z 194 37594 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/FEqo9CAUxqs/hippytree-first-ascent-of-yayali 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FEqo9CAUxqs/hqdefault.jpg HIPPYTREE / FIRST ASCENT OF YAYALI HIPPYTREE / FIRST ASCENT OF YAYALI drops you into California’s Cosumnes River Gorge—“Yosemite’s little sister”—as Jimmy Webb hunts down a striking riverside arete with a rare gift for bouldering: a perfect landing beneath an intimidating line. Over a few focused days, the project sharpens from curiosity into obsession, culminating in the first ascent of Yayali (V14), named after a mythical beast from the Miwok people who first called this region home. It’s worth watching for the pure, distilled arc of a hard send: the scouting, the incremental progress, the tension between power and precision, and the quiet moments where the gorge’s water and stone set the rhythm. Kevin Takashi Smith’s filming and editing keep it tight and immersive, letting you feel the scale of the feature and the razor-thin margins at the limit—an ideal quick hit of high-end bouldering that leaves you wanting one more attempt. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEqo9CAUxqs https://www.youtube.com/embed/FEqo9CAUxqs 2018-04-17T16:58:40.000Z 181 13996 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/FISzNCKJ1yo/opera-vertical-patrick-edlinger-restaured-full-movie 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FISzNCKJ1yo/hqdefault.jpg Opera Vertical Patrick Edlinger - Restaured - Full Movie Opera Vertical is a restored 1982 docufilm from France that captures the magnetic presence of Patrick Edlinger, the era-defining French climber who helped introduce rock climbing to a wider audience. In a compact 27 minutes, it drops you onto the limestone of Buoux and the towering walls of the Verdon Gorge, where Edlinger moves with calm precision and total commitment in sequences that feel both intimate and mythic. What makes this film worth your time is the way it preserves a specific moment in climbing history: when climbers were framed as modern heroes and the sport’s image was still being written. The restored footage has a raw, timeless energy, and Edlinger’s effortless style turns every exposed position into a lesson in flow, focus, and nerve. If you’re drawn to the roots of sport climbing, the culture of the 80s, or simply want to feel the vertigo and beauty of big limestone, Opera Vertical delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FISzNCKJ1yo https://www.youtube.com/embed/FISzNCKJ1yo 2015-10-08T08:54:31.000Z 1619 71005 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/FKXosd-POHE/trauma-e8-9-james-pearson 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FKXosd-POHE/hqdefault.jpg Trauma E8/9 - James Pearson James Pearson steps onto “Trauma” (E8/9), Leo Houlding’s infamous test piece in Wales, in this punchy Hot Aches Productions clip pulled from Committed Vol 1. In just five minutes you’re dropped into the headspace of a climber weighing precision, exposure, and consequence as he commits to a route where every decision matters. What makes it worth watching is the distilled intensity: the quiet control on tiny holds, the deliberate pace, and the mental battle that sits beneath each move. It’s a fast hit of big-wall seriousness in a short format—perfect if you want a dose of modern hard trad, elite focus, and that unmistakable feeling of stepping past doubt and into commitment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKXosd-POHE https://www.youtube.com/embed/FKXosd-POHE 2019-07-15T10:08:22.000Z 301 14948 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/FS0QJ-MXkOY/cracking-cobra 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FS0QJ-MXkOY/hqdefault.jpg Cracking Cobra Cracking Cobra drops you into Squamish, BC, where the legendary Cobra Crack looms like a dare: a steep sweep of granite split by a razor seam that’s barely there for your fingers. Follow trad climber Mason Earle as he returns to the route that’s been pulling him back since 2009—part obsession, part unfinished story—as he once again steps up to confront the Cobra. What makes this short film hit is the mix of myth and reality: the clean lines, the physical puzzle of overhanging crack climbing, and the quiet head game of committing above gear on a “kingline.” It’s a fast, atmospheric watch that captures why certain climbs become personal—equal parts beauty, struggle, and the stubborn drive to come back one more time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FS0QJ-MXkOY https://www.youtube.com/embed/FS0QJ-MXkOY 2017-09-22T18:30:05.000Z 512 1520017 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Fb1Cb9ubp8E/uncut-daniel-woods-sleepwalker-v16-b9 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Fb1Cb9ubp8E/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Daniel Woods- Sleepwalker (V16/B9) Uncut: Daniel Woods – Sleepwalker drops you right into a January session in Red Rocks, Nevada, as Daniel Woods returns to one of the world’s most talked-about testpieces: Sleepwalker (V16/B9) on the infamous Wet Dream boulder. With the line first established by Jimmy Webb, this short film captures Woods’ measured approach and the high-stakes focus required for a second ascent of a problem that sits at the razor’s edge of modern bouldering. What makes it worth watching is its stripped-back, no-frills intensity: powerful movement, precise execution, and the quiet tension that builds between attempts when every detail matters. In under four minutes, you get a concentrated hit of elite-level climbing—hard-earned progress, crisp rock textures, and the kind of commitment that turns a legendary grade into a real, human moment on stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fb1Cb9ubp8E https://www.youtube.com/embed/Fb1Cb9ubp8E 2019-09-04T18:50:30.000Z 237 61938 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/FbNOHeBxbNA/whoopie-w-jim-webb-dan-woods 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FbNOHeBxbNA/hqdefault.jpg Whoopie w Jim Webb & Dan Woods In “Whoopie w Jim Webb & Dan Woods,” Cameron Maier captures a quick-hit bouldering session centered on an Upper Chaos first ascent. With Jimmy Webb and Daniel Woods on the rock, the film drops you straight into Rocky Mountain grit: powerful movement, precise footwork, and the kind of focus that turns a blank face into a line with a name. What makes it worth your four minutes is how much story fits into a single problem—reading subtle features, dialing micro-beta, and building the confidence to commit when it counts. It’s a crisp look at top-end bouldering: big pulls, tight margins, and that electric moment when effort and execution finally click into a clean send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbNOHeBxbNA https://www.youtube.com/embed/FbNOHeBxbNA 2019-06-10T21:40:38.000Z 256 2640 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Fco-hX0PW_c/red-river-gorge-the-movie 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Fco-hX0PW_c/hqdefault.jpg Red River Gorge the movie Red River Gorge the movie is a fast-paced climbing medley set in Kentucky’s iconic Red River Gorge, capturing the steep sandstone lines and the bouldery power that made the area legendary. In just over eight minutes, the film stitches together hard sport climbing highlights featuring marquee routes like Southern Smoke Direct (9a), Golden Ticket (8c+/9a), and Pure Imagination (8c+), with a standout flash from Adam Ondra that underlines just how serious these walls are. What makes this one worth your time is its pure, no-frills hit of motivation: crisp sequences on world-class terrain, a rhythm that keeps the stoke high, and the satisfying mix of tension and release that comes with watching climbers commit above the draws. Whether you’re chasing your next project or simply want a quick dose of limestone-style intensity translated to sandstone, this short delivers big-route energy, sharp movement, and that unmistakable Red River Gorge atmosphere. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fco-hX0PW_c https://www.youtube.com/embed/Fco-hX0PW_c 2012-11-12T18:49:27Z 502 98293 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Fezk14WH3jI/bd-athlete-nalle-hukkataival-sends-gioia-varazze-italy 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Fezk14WH3jI/hqdefault.jpg BD Athlete Nalle Hukkataival sends Gioia, Varazze, Italy Black Diamond athlete Nalle Hukkataival heads to Varazze, Italy, drawn by the rumors surrounding Gioia—an ultra-hard boulder line whispered about as one of the most difficult problems on the planet. In just over four minutes, the film drops you on the limestone with Nalle as he tests himself against a relentless sequence of razor crimps and a finish that has broken plenty of strong climbers. What makes this worth watching is the pure, distilled tension of top-end bouldering: every move is earned, every adjustment matters, and the margin for error is basically zero. It’s a quick hit of focus, doubt, and commitment—crash pads down, fingertips screaming, and a world-class climber trying to turn a legend into a send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fezk14WH3jI https://www.youtube.com/embed/Fezk14WH3jI 2014-04-09T15:26:32.000Z 249 82048 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/FgqT6qFx89g/adam-ondra-60-frankenjura-becoming-9a 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FgqT6qFx89g/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #60: Frankenjura / Becoming 9a+ Adam Ondra heads to Frankenjura, Germany—home of razor crimps and infamous two-finger pockets—for episode #60 of his Road to Tokyo series, taking on the storied testpiece Becoming 9a+. Filmed during his autumn 2019 sessions, this short vlog-style film drops you right into the process: the scouting, the hard moves, and the relentless problem-solving required on one of the area’s toughest lines. What makes it worth watching is the honesty and intensity packed into just over eleven minutes. You’ll see world-class climbing distilled to its essentials—precision footwork, split-second decisions, and the kind of repeated effort where progress is measured in millimeters. Whether you’re chasing your first pockety sport route or just love seeing elite climbers wrestle with the unknown, this is a sharp, motivating look at how 9a+ is built try by try. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgqT6qFx89g https://www.youtube.com/embed/FgqT6qFx89g 2020-04-06T17:59:50.000Z 670 296649 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/FguueX9jM78/stone-love 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FguueX9jM78/hqdefault.jpg STONE LOVE STONE LOVE drops you into the granite forests of Cresciano and Chironico, Switzerland, where bouldering becomes equal parts problem-solving and poetry. Filmed in 2001 and led by three icons—Ben Moon, Jerry Moffatt, and Malcolm Smith—this 50-minute session is a time capsule of raw strength, precise movement, and the quiet obsession that keeps climbers coming back to the rock. What makes it worth your time is the blend of history and pure climbing joy: no gimmicks, just legendary climbers reading stone, refining sequences, and committing to slopers and razor edges until it all clicks. Whether you’re here for old-school inspiration, a glimpse of Swiss bouldering’s proving grounds, or simply the meditative rhythm of repeated attempts turning into mastery, STONE LOVE delivers that rare feeling of watching commitment become style. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FguueX9jM78 https://www.youtube.com/embed/FguueX9jM78 2020-04-03T20:53:40.000Z 3039 10819 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Foiy2aKv_RY/black-diamond-presents-the-artist 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Foiy2aKv_RY/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond Presents: The Artist Black Diamond Presents: The Artist is a portrait of Boone Speed—climber, route creator, and the eye behind countless images that have defined modern American sport climbing. Told through the voices of those who know his impact best, the film traces how Boone’s ascents and photographs helped shape a whole era of progression on rock. This is more than a highlight reel: it’s a look at what drives someone to keep raising the standard, and how art and athleticism can be the same pursuit. If you love hard sport climbing, iconic imagery, and the human stories that quietly influence an entire community, Boone’s world is one you’ll want to step into. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Foiy2aKv_RY https://www.youtube.com/embed/Foiy2aKv_RY 2020-09-08T13:06:36Z 1357 373477 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/GGNPzW6Zo-U/core-hd 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GGNPzW6Zo-U/hqdefault.jpg CORE HD CORE HD drops you into the raw, close-to-the-ground intensity of bouldering—where every move is a decision and every fall is part of the process. Published by engeldast99, this 1h 28m film follows the rhythm of climbers chasing harder problems, dialing in movement, and building the kind of focus that only shows up when the next hold is just out of reach. What makes CORE HD worth your time is how it captures the heart of the sport without needing a big storyline: the quiet attempts, the tiny breakthroughs, the stubborn returns to the same sequence until it finally clicks. Expect a satisfying mix of effort and flow, featuring the grit of real sessions, the pull of progression, and that addictive moment when body tension, timing, and courage line up—pure bouldering at its core. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGNPzW6Zo-U https://www.youtube.com/embed/GGNPzW6Zo-U 2015-03-15T06:04:24.000Z 5299 29593 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/GVT5L5aE-TQ/three-days-in-joes-drew-ruana 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GVT5L5aE-TQ/hqdefault.jpg Three Days in Joes- Drew Ruana Three Days in Joes follows phenom boulderer Drew Ruana and filmmaker/climber Brennan Robinson on a fast, high-stakes hit to Utah’s Joes Valley in early October. Over just three days, Drew strings together an absurd run of hard sends—moving from V10 flash battles to iconic Joes testpieces—and caps the trip with a standout achievement: the second ascent of Insurgency (V14/15). What makes this one addictive is the sheer density of climbing: attempts are purposeful, the pace never drags, and every problem carries its own style and pressure. You get the full arc of a “best days ever” trip—quick learning, small setbacks, dialed beta, and the momentum that builds when everything starts to click—set against crisp sandstone lines like Masterpiece, Mask of God, Slasher, and Black #1. If you love watching elite bouldering done efficiently, with enough grit to feel earned, this is a must-watch session in one of the sport’s most famous arenas. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVT5L5aE-TQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/GVT5L5aE-TQ 2019-11-25T17:00:05.000Z 1077 28356 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/GXnMLzOcFtY/frozen-titans-the-making-of 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GXnMLzOcFtY/hqdefault.jpg Frozen Titans: The Making of Frozen Titans: The Making of takes you behind the scenes of Arc'teryx’s Frozen Titans, following athlete Will Gadd on a monumental mixed climbing project at Helmcken Falls. Reel Water Productions heads into an environment that seems purpose-built to break cameras and spirits: freezing temperatures, constant spray, and the raw power of a thundering waterfall turned to ice. Worth watching for the grit and craft as much as the climbing, this short film captures what it really takes to tell a story in the harshest conditions—soaked gear, numb hands, and relentless problem-solving—without losing sight of the beauty that draws people into the mountains in the first place. It’s a crisp, adrenaline-charged glimpse into the human effort behind an iconic line, and a reminder that “making it happen” is often the hardest pitch of all. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXnMLzOcFtY https://www.youtube.com/embed/GXnMLzOcFtY 2015-02-17T23:35:16Z 529 197993 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/GeZUZUBKVjs/seb-bouin-move-9b-uncut-footage 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GeZUZUBKVjs/hqdefault.jpg Seb Bouin MOVE 9b/+ Uncut Footage Seb Bouin MOVE 9b/+ Uncut Footage drops you right onto the razor edge of “Move” in Norway—rated 9b/+ (5.15b/c)—with the camera rolling through the route’s hardest section. It’s not the full ascent, but a focused, unfiltered look at the crux that helped make Move one of the world’s most elite testpieces, captured on a day that represents a major milestone in Bouin’s journey. What makes this short film irresistible is its honesty: no highlight edits, no shortcuts—just the real pace of a top-end redpoint, where every breath, shake, and micro-adjustment matters. In under five minutes you get a masterclass in composure under pressure, the precision required at the limit of human strength, and the kind of intensity that explains why a “single sequence” can carry years of effort behind it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeZUZUBKVjs https://www.youtube.com/embed/GeZUZUBKVjs 2019-06-21T08:25:06.000Z 277 105097 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/GkPo_t_RN7g/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-1 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GkPo_t_RN7g/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #1 Adam Ondra kicks off his Climbing The Americas road trip with a fast, fun opener from November 2018, traveling with his team through iconic climbing zones in the USA and Chile. This first vlog drops you straight into the adventure as they roll into Yosemite—the mecca of granite dreams—only to face an absurd twist: Adam’s climbing gear has vanished in transit, lost during a transfer in Paris. It’s worth watching for the mix of world-class talent and real-world travel chaos: a legend of the sport forced to improvise before he can even touch the rock. In just a few minutes, you get crisp behind-the-scenes energy, a sense of place, and that addictive feeling of a trip just beginning—equal parts stoke, uncertainty, and the promise of big climbing ahead. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkPo_t_RN7g https://www.youtube.com/embed/GkPo_t_RN7g 2018-11-13T18:44:24.000Z 254 212707 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/H-I-ZduzPA8/adidas-terrex-brooke-raboutou-climbs-trieste-v14 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/H-I-ZduzPA8/hqdefault.jpg Adidas Terrex: Brooke Raboutou climbs "Trieste" V14 Brooke Raboutou takes on one of her most coveted projects in this Adidas Terrex production filmed at Red Rocks, Nevada. After years of working the line, she returns for a second trip and — in just three days — sends "Trieste" at V14, cementing her place among the world's elite boulderers. What makes this film compelling is the raw determination behind a climber clearly operating at the top of her game. With her brother Shawn Raboutou behind the camera, the film carries an intimate quality that captures not just the moves, but the emotional weight of a long-awaited send. A must-watch for anyone who loves seeing hard bouldering done with heart. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-I-ZduzPA8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/H-I-ZduzPA8 2021-12-06T18:22:48Z 458 151424 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/H2Nj2_mvmMs/sasha-digiulian-on-era-vella-9a 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/H2Nj2_mvmMs/hqdefault.jpg Sasha DiGiulian on Era Vella, 9a Nineteen-year-old Sasha DiGiulian steps onto Chris Sharma’s Era Vella (9a/5.14d) in Margalef, Spain, chasing a milestone that would redefine what’s possible in women’s sport climbing. In this short, raw clip from bigupproductions—destined for the 2012 REEL ROCK Film Tour—you’re right there with her on a serious attempt, no gloss, just the route and the moment. What makes it worth the click is how immediate it feels: the tension before the crux, the precision needed to stay composed, and the fight for every move on a grade at the absolute edge. Shot with a remote tracking rig, the footage keeps your eyes locked on Sasha’s body language and pacing, turning 1 minute 45 seconds into a concentrated hit of commitment, power, and belief. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2Nj2_mvmMs https://www.youtube.com/embed/H2Nj2_mvmMs 2012-05-09T03:03:54.000Z 105 258639 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/H6G5s33U4Go/chris-sharma-return-to-balance 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/H6G5s33U4Go/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma: Return to Balance Chris Sharma: Return to Balance follows the climbing icon back to the sea cliffs of Mont-Rebei, Spain, where summer heat turns into an invitation for psicobloc—deep-water soloing above blue water with nothing but movement, momentum, and trust. In the midst of a disrupted year, Sharma squeezes in day missions that begin with a long kayak approach and end beneath steep caves, chasing the feeling that first made him fall in love with climbing. What makes this short film pop is the mix of serenity and intensity: calm paddling and quiet limestone suddenly give way to continuous, pumpy climbing 15 meters above the water, fingertips on the lip of a cave, a breath, then the crux. It’s a reminder that “balance” isn’t about taking it easy—it’s about finding freedom in commitment, where the consequences look dramatic, but the experience feels playful, controlled, and pure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6G5s33U4Go https://www.youtube.com/embed/H6G5s33U4Go 2020-07-29T10:54:01Z 219 1572493 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/H98ZFRkLwz4/niky-cerias-italian-first-ascent-rampage 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/H98ZFRkLwz4/hqdefault.jpg Niky Ceria's Italian (First Ascent) Rampage! Niky Ceria’s Italian (First Ascent) Rampage! follows FrictionLabs pro Niccolò “Niky” Ceria on a three-month bouldering mission across Italy, from famous roadside blocs to quiet, less-traveled zones. Chasing first ascents from north to south, he stitches together a fast-moving tour of The Boot’s rock, style, and season—stacking attempts, sends, and new lines into a tight 13-minute hit of modern hard bouldering. What makes this one pop is the variety and momentum: big grades, different stone, and that addictive rhythm of arriving, unlocking sequences, and leaving something behind. The Basilicata sandstone steals the show—especially the featured traverse “Curry,” which Niky calls the best he’s ever climbed—delivering both beautiful movement and a sense of discovery that’s rare in short edits. If you want a dose of pure try-hard energy with a side of travel inspiration, this is an easy watch that will make Italy jump to the top of your trip list. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H98ZFRkLwz4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/H98ZFRkLwz4 2019-03-21T16:23:27.000Z 785 12615 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/HFRoWcbQrdo/rocklands-the-danger-zone 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HFRoWcbQrdo/hqdefault.jpg Rocklands - The Danger Zone Mellow drops into Rocklands’ “Danger Zone,” a new(ish) bouldering sector just five minutes from Traveller’s Rest, where steep stone, sharp edges, and raw potential collide. With Giuliano Cameroni, Isabelle Faus, Shawn Raboutou, and Keenan Takahashi on the pads, this short film is a fast tour through hard South African granite and the mindset it takes to unlock powerful lines. What makes it worth your time is the density of top-end climbing in under eight minutes: first ascents, flashes, and quick-turn burns on everything from iconic roof wrestling to uncompromising V11–V13 testpieces, with the stoke of a zone that still has room to grow. If you love watching precision under pressure—micro-beta, full-body tension, and the calm focus that separates “almost” from “send”—this is Rocklands at its most addictive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFRoWcbQrdo https://www.youtube.com/embed/HFRoWcbQrdo 2019-09-10T03:41:38.000Z 437 36054 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/HLsYJDmY50U/alex-puccio-vs-the-penrose-step-v14 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HLsYJDmY50U/hqdefault.jpg Alex Puccio vs The Penrose Step, V14! Alex Puccio vs The Penrose Step, V14! drops you into the granite corridors of Leavenworth, Washington, as FrictionLabs pro Alex Puccio returns for a high-stakes rematch with one of the area’s most notorious bouldering testpieces. With a no-nonsense lens on the process, the film follows her building momentum through hard PNW lines like Beautification (V11) and Turbulence (V12) before turning fully toward the main event: The Penrose Step (V14), first ascended by fellow FL pro Carlo Traversi. What makes this one worth your eight minutes is the mix of grit and precision—small holds, tight body positions, and the kind of patient rehearsing that separates a near-send from a breakthrough. It’s a quick hit of real projecting: the slips, the recalibration, the commitment when it finally counts, and the surge of focus that makes elite bouldering feel both brutal and beautifully simple. If you love seeing strong climbers solve hard problems on iconic stone, this is pure motivation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLsYJDmY50U https://www.youtube.com/embed/HLsYJDmY50U 2018-11-07T20:58:39Z 488 53462 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/HPTskGTheSE/legends-only-sharma-megos-kruder-chon-rubtsov-sugimoto-relais-vertical-ep-91 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HPTskGTheSE/hqdefault.jpg Legends Only (Sharma, Megos, Kruder, Chon, Rubtsov, Sugimoto) | Relais Vertical, Ep.91 Legends Only drops you into the finale of the international season with one of the year’s most prestigious showdowns: Legends Only 2018 in Stockholm. In this Relais Vertical episode from EpicTV, the spotlight hits an all-star roster—Chris Sharma, Alex Megos, Jernej Kruder, Chon Jongwon, Alexey Rubtsov, and Ray Sugimoto—as they trade attempts, tactics, and nerve on problems built to expose every weakness. What makes it so watchable is the contrast in styles and the speed of adaptation: power versus precision, patience versus instinct, experience versus hunger. In just over thirteen minutes, you get the pressure-cooker intensity of a top comp without the fluff—clean filming, big names, and the kind of micro-moments that climbing fans love: quick beta tweaks, close calls, and the electric swing between control and chaos when everything comes down to one more try. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPTskGTheSE https://www.youtube.com/embed/HPTskGTheSE 2018-12-04T14:22:35.000Z 814 204524 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/HQdaDbA-wJI/arcteryx-presents-on-the-verge 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HQdaDbA-wJI/hqdefault.jpg Arc'teryx Presents: On The Verge Arc'teryx Presents: On The Verge drops into the granite valleys behind Powell River, British Columbia, where a tight-knit crew has quietly built a world-class climbing scene on some of Canada’s biggest walls. But the routes they’ve poured their lives into sit beside the last stands of old-growth forest—places as defining as the climbs themselves—now under threat from logging. What unfolds is part climbing history, part community portrait, and part urgent reflection on what it means to belong to a landscape that’s changing fast. This is worth watching because it refuses to keep the story on the rock: the film balances sweeping wilderness beauty with the raw, personal stakes of protecting the places that give climbing its meaning. You’ll get inspiring granite action, but also the quieter moments—friendships, shared values, hard conversations—where love for a place turns into responsibility. If you’re drawn to climbing for more than the send, On The Verge is a powerful reminder of what’s at risk, and why the fight for access can’t be separated from the fight for the forest. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQdaDbA-wJI https://www.youtube.com/embed/HQdaDbA-wJI 2020-06-29T23:25:31Z 2455 1059472 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/HSswKZP5kgg/27-rounded-top-outs 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HSswKZP5kgg/hqdefault.jpg 27 Rounded Top Outs In this quick-hit masterclass entry from Neil Gresham and Crux Films, 27 Rounded Top Outs zeroes in on one of climbing’s most awkward, confidence-testing moments: finishing a route when the lip is sloping, featureless, and unwilling to give you a clean hold. With the emphasis on rounded edges and insecure mantle territory, it’s all about the subtle mechanics that turn “nearly there” into a controlled, committed top-out. Worth watching for its focused, practical approach, this short lesson highlights the small adjustments that make a big difference—body position, timing, and staying balanced when your hands want to skate and your feet feel uncertain. Whether you’ve been shut down by a polished break at the top of a problem or you’re looking to climb more efficiently on rounded terrain, it’s a concentrated burst of technique you can take straight to the wall. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSswKZP5kgg https://www.youtube.com/embed/HSswKZP5kgg 2016-02-21T13:43:13.000Z 100 22547 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/HUrFsu8ykKA/buster-martin-climbs-first-ley-9a 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HUrFsu8ykKA/hqdefault.jpg Buster Martin climbs FIRST LEY 9A+ MoonClimbing follows athlete Buster Martin on his breakthrough ascent of First Ley (9a+) in Margalef, a Chris Sharma testpiece that has become a modern benchmark for sport climbing at the top end. Shot around his attempts and eventual send on 17 November 2019, it captures the intensity of returning to a single line across multiple trips—first encounter, setbacks, refinement, and the final commit when everything clicks. Worth watching for the distilled hit of high-grade climbing: crisp movement, controlled aggression, and the mindset it takes to keep showing up when the route keeps saying no. In just over a minute, it delivers a shot of motivation for anyone who trains, projects, or dreams about what “one more go” can lead to—especially when the stakes are 9a+. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUrFsu8ykKA https://www.youtube.com/embed/HUrFsu8ykKA 2020-01-03T13:01:07.000Z 62 2361 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/HWbXgsgXle0/ 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HWbXgsgXle0/hqdefault.jpg 【瑞牆】ミネルヴァ ５段 Set against the iconic granite of Mizugaki, 【瑞牆】ミネルヴァ ５段 follows a focused attempt on “Minerva,” a demanding V5 boulder problem captured in a tight, no-frills slice of real climbing. In just over a minute, Ryuichi Murai brings you straight to the rock: the poised start, the precise body positions, and the split-second decisions that define hard bouldering. What makes this worth watching is its immediacy. There’s no narration and no padding—just raw movement, tension, and the satisfying rhythm of working through powerful sequences on textured stone. Even with the camera occasionally missing perfect focus, the effort comes through clearly, turning this quick clip into a punchy reminder of why bouldering is addictive: commitment, control, and the promise that one clean try can make the whole day. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWbXgsgXle0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/HWbXgsgXle0 2015-10-11T15:38:32.000Z 72 16048 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Hbo3nkms0a4/big-fish-first-free-ascent 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Hbo3nkms0a4/hqdefault.jpg BIG FISH FIRST FREE ASCENT Chris Sharma brings his unmistakable style and swagger to BIG FISH FIRST FREE ASCENT, a short, punchy glimpse into the raw process of unlocking a new line. Framed as a rough cut from the Sharma Channel, this film drops you right into the immediacy of “BIG FISH”—a route that lives up to its name with power, precision, and the kind of commitment that makes first ascents feel like high-stakes exploration. In under three minutes, it delivers the best part of climbing films: the tension between doubt and belief, the micro-adjustments that turn failure into flow, and the electric moment when everything finally clicks. If you love seeing elite movement up close—no filler, just effort, instinct, and that unmistakable Sharma grin—this is a quick hit that’ll leave you hungry to get on rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hbo3nkms0a4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Hbo3nkms0a4 2020-01-06T17:00:03Z 167 41038 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Hmhq4vqBfxA/a-mellow-rocklands 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Hmhq4vqBfxA/hqdefault.jpg A Mellow Rocklands A Mellow Rocklands drops you into the sun-baked boulders of South Africa’s Rocklands, where orange stone, big lines, and long days define the season. Filmed during the 2017 migration, it follows Shawn Raboutou and the crew as they roam the hills, trading attempts, laughs, and that unmistakable mellow energy while racking up a stack of memorable problems. What makes this one hit is the blend of crisp sending and effortless style—steeze in its purest form—paired with the rhythm of a real trip: warm-ups, grit, big moves, and the moments between tries that keep you coming back. Whether you’re here for iconic Rocklands classics, modern testpieces like Koi Koi, or just a laid-back session vibe that still delivers, this short film is an easy watch that leaves you itching for your next day on the rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hmhq4vqBfxA https://www.youtube.com/embed/Hmhq4vqBfxA 2018-10-15T18:31:37.000Z 1486 20072 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Hzp_vcZfDKk/katy-whittaker-climbs-nosferatu-e6 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Hzp_vcZfDKk/hqdefault.jpg Katy Whittaker Climbs Nosferatu E6 Katy Whittaker Climbs Nosferatu E6 drops you onto the sharp end for a fast, focused hit of gritstone intensity, as Katy takes on the infamous route “Nosferatu” at the E6 grade. Filmed by Hot Aches Productions and featured in Committed Vol II, it captures the commitment, precision, and cool-headed decision-making that hard grit demands—where every move feels irreversible and every pause carries weight. What makes this one worth your two minutes is its pure, no-filler immediacy: the friction-dependent footwork, the controlled breathing, and the mental battle that plays out in real time on steep, unforgiving rock. Whether you’re a grit devotee or just craving a dose of high-stakes climbing, this short film delivers that unmistakable “keep it together” tension—and the surge of satisfaction when skill and nerve finally line up. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hzp_vcZfDKk https://www.youtube.com/embed/Hzp_vcZfDKk 2010-04-12T23:56:14.000Z 125 8269 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/I-OdxfCrXe4/the-groove-progression 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/I-OdxfCrXe4/hqdefault.jpg The Groove - PROGRESSION Kevin Jorgeson takes on The Groove, one of England’s most infamous gritstone testpieces, in this short segment from bigUPproductions’ full-length film PROGRESSION. Set in the Peak District and grounded in the uncompromising reality of hard trad, it captures the tension of a serious lead where commitment, precision, and trust in your belayer matter as much as strength. What makes this worth watching is how clearly it conveys the unique pressure of gritstone: insecure smears, subtle body positions, and protection that’s earned rather than guaranteed. In just a few minutes you get a front-row seat to the focus required for E11—quiet moments of doubt, decisive movement, and the satisfying rhythm of a climber finding the groove when it counts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-OdxfCrXe4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/I-OdxfCrXe4 2010-02-12T17:41:25.000Z 267 345267 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/I0wIFT8yULs/uncut-giuliano-cameroni-legacy-9a-v14-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/I0wIFT8yULs/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Giuliano Cameroni - Legacy (9a/V14) FA Uncut: Giuliano Cameroni - Legacy (9a/V14) FA drops you into Rocklands, South Africa, for a tight, no-frills look at Cameroni’s first ascent of Legacy—an ultra-bouldery sport line graded 9a/V14. In just over two minutes, it traces the route’s story from discovery to obsession: found by Dave Graham, bolted with Fred Nicole in mind, and tried across five seasons before the door finally opened for someone new to take a shot. What makes this worth watching is the distilled intensity: real attempts, real tension, and the sharp edges of a climb that sits at the crossroads of bouldering power and route endurance. It’s a quick hit of modern hard climbing—equal parts history and execution—showing how patience, precision, and a few decisive days can turn a long-held project into a landmark ascent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0wIFT8yULs https://www.youtube.com/embed/I0wIFT8yULs 2019-11-29T22:45:52.000Z 134 29150 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/I6Jc3LaIw4w/patrick-berhault-e-patrick-edlinger-marmolada 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/I6Jc3LaIw4w/hqdefault.jpg Patrick Berhault e Patrick Edlinger ( Marmolada ) Two legends of European climbing, Patrick Berhault and Patrick Edlinger, meet on the soaring walls of the Marmolada in the Dolomites for a brief, unforgettable glimpse of movement on stone. Centered on the iconic route “Attraverso il Pesce” (“Through the Fish”), this short film captures the airy exposure, pale limestone, and unmistakable alpine atmosphere that make Marmolada a dream—and a proving ground—for climbers. What makes it worth watching is the rare combination of place and presence: two distinct styles and eras of mastery distilled into a few minutes of pure, efficient climbing. Expect sweeping Dolomite drama, crisp sequences on steep rock, and that quiet thrill of watching experience turn risk into rhythm—an ideal bite-sized hit of inspiration for anyone who loves big walls, bold lines, and the history behind them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6Jc3LaIw4w https://www.youtube.com/embed/I6Jc3LaIw4w 2010-12-26T15:15:38.000Z 170 58708 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/IPCQjStvEnY/my-hardest-boulder-9a-v17-adam-ondra 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IPCQjStvEnY/hqdefault.jpg My Hardest Boulder 9A/ V17 | Adam Ondra Adam Ondra takes on Soudain Seul, a V17/9A boulder problem at Fontainebleau, in what he describes as one of the most beautiful and satisfying lines he has ever climbed. The film follows his five-session journey to the top, capturing the meticulous process of decoding a world-class boulder problem move by move, with each session revealing new subtleties in the stone. What makes this film compelling is not just the historic difficulty of the ascent, but Ondra's raw honesty about the emotional weight it carries after several seasons of near-misses on major projects. Watching him finally break through on one of the forest's finest test pieces, in new La Sportiva Ondra Comp shoes no less, delivers a deeply satisfying payoff for any climbing fan. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPCQjStvEnY https://www.youtube.com/embed/IPCQjStvEnY 2025-03-10T16:00:28Z 1120 517226 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/IRApBRgML6U/committed-ii-katy-whittaker-climbing-kaluza-klein-e7-6c-robin-hood-stride 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IRApBRgML6U/hqdefault.jpg Committed II: Katy Whittaker Climbing Kaluza Klein, E7 6c. Robin Hood Stride. Committed II drops you onto the razor-edged gritstone of Robin Hood’s Stride as Katy Whittaker takes on Kaluza Klein (E7 6c), a route where bold trad climbing and total composure matter as much as strength. In this bite-sized segment from Hot Aches Productions’ Committed Vol II, you get a front-row view of the focus, precision, and nerve it takes to move above small gear on one of Britain’s most iconic outcrops. What makes it worth watching is the pure, distilled intensity of hard grit: deliberate placements, controlled breathing, and those committing sequences where backing off isn’t simple. It’s a quick hit of high-stakes trad—sharp rock, big consequences, and the kind of calm execution that leaves you buzzing, whether you’re a grit devotee or just curious what “E7” really looks like in motion. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRApBRgML6U https://www.youtube.com/embed/IRApBRgML6U 2010-04-13T01:56:14Z 171 14419 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ISagf2eCzKg/beyond-good-and-evil 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ISagf2eCzKg/hqdefault.jpg Beyond Good and Evil Beyond Good and Evil follows a legendary mixed route on the north face of the Aiguille des Pèlerins above Chamonix—an austere “house of pain” where rock, ice, and doubt are inseparably linked. Inspired by Nietzsche’s line about searching for truth beyond morality, the film traces the climb’s history through three duos: the bold first ascent by Andy Parkin and Mark Twight, the myth-making repeat by François Damilano and François Marsigny, and a winter reckoning by the next generation, Marion Poitevin and Sébastien Ratel. What makes it worth watching is the way it turns difficulty into story: three teams, three temperaments, and three encounters with the same uncompromising line. In just over eleven minutes, it captures the distinctive intensity of hard mixed climbing—cold hands, precise movement, and partnership under pressure—while asking the quieter question beneath the grades: what do we really go into the mountains to find? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISagf2eCzKg https://www.youtube.com/embed/ISagf2eCzKg 2014-10-01T07:55:52.000Z 687 152049 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/IXSndyXFa0I/five-ten-2015-giovanni-traversi-comfort-zone-and-beyond 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IXSndyXFa0I/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2015 | Giovanni Traversi | Comfort Zone and beyond Giovanni Traversi steps into the thin air above Bishop’s Buttermilks in Five Ten 2015: Comfort Zone and beyond, a short film that asks a simple question with a heavy answer: how do you confront your fears? Long afraid of heights, Traversi chooses an unlikely proving ground—Ambrosia (V11 R/X), one of the world’s most committing highball problems—where the climbing is difficult from the first move and the consequences grow with every foot gained. What makes this worth watching isn’t just the grade or the iconic 40-foot line; it’s the close, honest look at fear management in real time. The film captures the mental chess of highball bouldering—breath, focus, doubt, and decision—turning a brief session into a gripping story about composure under pressure, and the quiet bravery it takes to keep moving when the ground feels very far away. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXSndyXFa0I https://www.youtube.com/embed/IXSndyXFa0I 2015-12-02T00:01:09.000Z 562 25055 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/IaxHcntnnIo/between-the-trees-bouldering-in-fontainbleau 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IaxHcntnnIo/hqdefault.jpg Between The Trees - Bouldering in Fontainbleau Between The Trees follows British boulderer Tyler Landman into the storied sandstone forest of Fontainebleau, just outside Paris, where every problem feels like a puzzle hidden in plain sight. Shot in the hush of spring, the film traces his journey from arriving with simple goals and no expectations to steadily raising the bar—moving from iconic testpieces to quiet corners of the woods where the best lines wait between moss, light, and stone. What makes this worth your hour is the way it captures Bleau’s full spell: precise footwork on smears, body tension on slopers, and the calm commitment it takes to try hard when the holds are subtle and the landings are real. It’s part tour of the forest’s hardest blocs, part treasure hunt for overlooked gems, and all about that addictive rhythm of bouldering—failing, learning, and coming back sharper—until the impossible starts to feel within reach. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaxHcntnnIo https://www.youtube.com/embed/IaxHcntnnIo 2017-12-26T16:33:35.000Z 4051 10427 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/IefAza76V70/charles-albert-et-seb-bouin-luttent-dans-le-projet-extr-me-de-chris-sharma-relai 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IefAza76V70/hqdefault.jpg Charles Albert et Seb Bouin luttent dans le projet extrême de Chris Sharma | Relais Vertical #118 At the legendary limestone cliffs of Céüse in France, two of the world's strongest climbers take on one of the most intimidating projects in sport climbing. Ratstaman Vibration, bolted by Chris Sharma on the Face de Rat sector, remains unrepeated — and this episode of Relais Vertical documents Charles Albert and Seb Bouin's raw, unfiltered battle with its extreme moves. What makes this film essential viewing is the rare access it provides to the exploratory side of elite climbing — no sends, no glory, just honest struggle at the absolute limit. Watching two top-tier athletes decipher what may be among the hardest routes ever envisioned is a window into the sport's bleeding edge, and a reminder that even the best in the world have to earn every move. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IefAza76V70 https://www.youtube.com/embed/IefAza76V70 2020-07-27T14:36:28Z 945 169419 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/IoEeHwd5GTs/the-north-face-presents-return-of-the-sleepwalker-9a-v17-first-ascent 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IoEeHwd5GTs/hqdefault.jpg The North Face Presents: "Return of the Sleepwalker" (9A/v17) (First Ascent) Daniel Woods goes all-in on one of the fiercest bouldering projects on the planet: Return of the Sleepwalker. Building on Jimmy Web’s iconic Sleepwalker, this film follows the push to add a brutal sit-start and turn an already legendary line into a full-on battle at the very top of the grade. What makes it so gripping is the raw, step-by-step fight: the failed attempts, the dialed details, the emotion, and the thin margin between progress and shutdown. If you like seeing what elite bouldering really demands—precision, obsession, and a willingness to go deep—this is a front-row seat. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IoEeHwd5GTs https://www.youtube.com/embed/IoEeHwd5GTs 2021-06-21T16:00:32Z 1138 631179 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Ip928VM0i0g/five-ten-2016-jon-cardwell-ascending-shadow-boxing-5-14d 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ip928VM0i0g/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2016 | Jon Cardwell | Ascending “Shadow Boxing” 5.14d In Five Ten 2016 | Jon Cardwell | Ascending “Shadow Boxing” 5.14d, we drop into Rifle, Colorado—one of North America’s most intense sport-climbing arenas—where steep limestone walls have fueled two decades of grade-pushing ambition. The film follows Jon Cardwell as he takes on “Shadow Boxing” (5.14d), a route that sits at the razor edge of what’s possible and represents the cutting edge of a crag packed with elite testpieces. What makes this worth watching is the rare combination of place, difficulty, and mastery: Rifle’s concentration of 5.14 routes turns every attempt into a high-stakes performance, and Cardwell’s experience shines in the tiny adjustments, gritty precision, and calm under pressure that hard climbing demands. In just a few minutes, it captures the obsession behind top-end sport climbing—how effort stacks over time, how failure refines movement, and how a single send can feel like the culmination of an entire era at a legendary cliff. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip928VM0i0g https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ip928VM0i0g 2016-03-23T21:01:27.000Z 400 66524 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/IqNfLGjyRQc/five-ten-2016-sonnie-trotter-first-free-ascent-of-ewbank-route-on-tasmanias-tote 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IqNfLGjyRQc/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2016 | Sonnie Trotter | First free ascent of Ewbank Route on Tasmania's Totem Pole Perched off Tasmania’s rugged coast, Totem Pole is one of the world’s most iconic sea stacks—and “Five Ten 2016” follows Sonnie Trotter (with Will Stanhope) as he sets his sights on the Ewbank Route, a legendary line with a storied past. Originally freed pitch by pitch by local climbers Doug McConnel and Dean Rollins, the route’s reputation for tricky protection, exposure, and commitment is exactly what draws Trotter to “The Tote” for a bold, modern free ascent. This film is worth watching for the rare combination of wild setting and high-stakes climbing: a slender pillar rising from the ocean, constant exposure, and a route that’s both technical and runout, demanding calm precision when it counts. At under eight minutes, it delivers pure climbing intensity—tight movement, sharp decision-making, and the unmistakable pull of a beautiful, spicy objective that feels as remote as it is unforgettable. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqNfLGjyRQc https://www.youtube.com/embed/IqNfLGjyRQc 2016-06-16T22:33:05.000Z 474 84945 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Iu9odcw4X7U/jade-v14 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Iu9odcw4X7U/hqdefault.jpg Jade v14 Jade v14 follows Japanese climber Daisuke Ichimiya as he takes on the razor-thin margins of a V14 boulder. Captured in a tight, no-frills style by Chikara Ishizuka, this short film drops you right into the session—chalk, quiet focus, and the patient repetition it takes to make the hardest moves feel inevitable. What makes it worth watching is the clarity of the effort: powerful pulling gives way to precision, and every attempt tells you something new about the sequence. In just a few minutes, Jade v14 delivers that familiar arc climbers chase—doubt to micro-adjustment to commitment—making it an ideal hit of high-end bouldering intensity when you want pure climbing, no filler. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iu9odcw4X7U https://www.youtube.com/embed/Iu9odcw4X7U 2017-11-04T14:54:38.000Z 268 8864 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/IuttugkRqUw/daniel-woods-dave-graham-jimmy-webb-attempt-their-hardest-ascents-yet-viva-pe-ol 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IuttugkRqUw/hqdefault.jpg Daniel Woods, Dave Graham, & Jimmy Webb Attempt Their Hardest Ascents Yet | Viva Peñoles, Ep. 3 In episode 3 of Viva Peñoles from EpicTV, desert living meets desert bouldering as Daniel Woods, Dave Graham, and Jimmy Webb settle into the stark landscape of Peñoles and push toward their hardest ascents of the trip. With conditions biting and skin and strength on the line, the crew zeroes in on steep, powerful testpieces and the kind of commitment only top-level bouldering demands. What makes this one pop is the concentrated hit of big names, big grades, and bigger effort: Dave Graham battles through the overhanging “Corona Sin Ray” (V13/8B), Jimmy Webb unlocks the “Zugwang” sequence (V13/8B), and Daniel Woods earns the second ascent of “Markame” (V14/8B+). In just six minutes you get crisp attempts, clever beta, and the satisfying arc from frustration to send—pure motivation for anyone who loves hard climbing done well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuttugkRqUw https://www.youtube.com/embed/IuttugkRqUw 2014-05-14T13:20:25.000Z 363 121126 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/J3pvOqT0pc4/abrasive-but-nice-welcome-to-cocalzinho 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/J3pvOqT0pc4/hqdefault.jpg "Abrasive but nice" - Welcome to Cocalzinho “Abrasive but nice” drops you into the boulders of Cocalzinho, Brazil, where local powerhouse Rafael Passos links up with Giuliano and Daniel for a session that turns into a deep dive on long-term projects. As daylight fades and the “vibez” stay high well into the night, the crew hunts for solutions on hard, proud lines in a place that doesn’t hand out anything for free. This short film is worth your six minutes because it captures the full flavor of a real try-hard evening: skin and style, patience and pressure, and the quiet intensity of working moves until they finally go. With first ascents on Esmaga (V14), Mad Max (V14), and Aquamarine (V13), it’s a compact hit of top-end bouldering—equal parts gritty, playful, and motivating, with the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to go outside and pull on rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3pvOqT0pc4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/J3pvOqT0pc4 2019-08-12T22:31:25.000Z 361 29703 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/J7Mp9l0BS4U/five-ten-2015-sonnie-trotter-estado-critico-9a 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/J7Mp9l0BS4U/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2015 | Sonnie Trotter | Estado Critico, 9a Sonnie Trotter returns to the sun-baked limestone of Siurana, Spain, fourteen years after his last visit, stepping back onto the steep walls with a different kind of motivation. In Five Ten 2015 | Sonnie Trotter | Estado Critico, 9a, he’s not just chasing a grade—he’s revisiting unfinished business, balancing the pull of old projects with the perspective of being back with his family. What makes this short film hit is its blend of focus and atmosphere: the quiet rituals of working a route, the sting of doubt on razor edges, and the surge of commitment when it’s time to go. Estado Critico (9a) becomes a proving ground for patience and precision, set against the unmistakable energy of Siurana’s climbing culture—an ideal watch if you love high-end sport climbing, real attempts, and the feeling of returning to a line that never quite left you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7Mp9l0BS4U https://www.youtube.com/embed/J7Mp9l0BS4U 2015-08-13T10:30:27.000Z 358 61235 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/J7QeAx8mn9A/orbayu-full-movie-a-climbing-odyssey-with-nina-caprez-and-c-dric-lachat 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/J7QeAx8mn9A/hqdefault.jpg ORBAYU [full movie] a climbing Odyssey with Nina Caprez and Cédric Lachat ORBAYU follows elite climbers Nina Caprez and Cédric Lachat into Spain’s Picos de Europa, where the Naranjo de Bulnes rises out of persistent mist and sheer exposure. Their objective is the legendary Orbayu route: 13 long pitches climbing 500 meters above a 2000-meter base, with soaking humidity, big air, and a razor-thin margin between momentum and retreat. What makes this short film so compelling is how clearly it captures the real battle behind hard grades—the shifting balance of confidence, fear, and decision-making when every move is consequential. With striking mountain atmosphere and an intimate focus on the climbers’ headspace, ORBAYU delivers a tense, beautiful odyssey that will pull you into the weather, the wall, and the quiet determination it takes to keep going. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7QeAx8mn9A https://www.youtube.com/embed/J7QeAx8mn9A 2016-12-12T10:53:12.000Z 1616 544915 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/JCqe96jtExU/chris-sharma-first-round-first-minute 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JCqe96jtExU/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma: First Round First Minute In Chris Sharma: First Round First Minute, the legendary sport climber returns to Margalef, Spain, for an intimate look at a route that consumed him for years. Built around Sharma’s attempts on the razor-edge project “First Round First Minute” (5.15), this short film captures the restless obsession, the trial-and-error, and the quiet confidence of an athlete working at the limit—before the historic first ascent finally became reality. What makes this clip so addictive is its raw focus: no fluff, just world-class movement, tense fall-and-reset cycles, and the unmistakable atmosphere of a mega project coming into focus. With crisp filming and a driving soundtrack, it’s a fast hit of Reel Rock energy that shows why Margalef’s steep pockets are a proving ground—and why Sharma’s process is as compelling as the send itself. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCqe96jtExU https://www.youtube.com/embed/JCqe96jtExU 2011-04-20T06:54:05.000Z 330 640617 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/JHIYH6nPsec/uncut-giuliano-cameroni-king-roger-8b-v13-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JHIYH6nPsec/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Giuliano Cameroni - King Roger (8B/V13) FA Giuliano Cameroni steps onto the granite of Cresciano, Switzerland, to attempt the First Ascent of King Roger (8B/V13)—a beautiful, tall line that demands precision from the first pull to the last. In this short, uncut session from mellow, you’re right there for the process: the quiet focus, the subtle adjustments, and the commitment it takes to turn an idea into a climb. Framed as a tribute to Roger Federer, the film carries that same sense of poise and control under pressure. What makes this worth watching is its raw immediacy: no distractions, no over-editing—just elite bouldering in a world-class Ticino setting. You’ll see the texture of the rock, the tension in each move, and the fine margins between a slip and a send on a proud highball-style problem. If you love first ascents, hard granite, and the artistry of movement at the limit, King Roger delivers in three minutes of pure, concentrated climbing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHIYH6nPsec https://www.youtube.com/embed/JHIYH6nPsec 2019-05-01T17:00:00.000Z 204 31411 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/JPsWEr_v_ak/adam-ondra-47-the-best-boulder-ever-built 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JPsWEr_v_ak/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #47: The Best Boulder Ever Built South of Adam Ondra’s hometown of Brno, the landscape looks like a climber’s dead zone—flat fields, no cliffs, nowhere to pull. In Adam Ondra #47: The Best Boulder Ever Built, Adam flips that assumption on its head, hunting down a hidden urban/industrial gem: a striking arete first climbed in 2002 by pastor Ivo David and left untouched for nearly two decades, waiting for a rare second ascent. What makes this episode irresistible is the mix of discovery, history, and pure problem-solving. Watching Ondra unlock razor-edged movement on an exposed arete is thrilling on its own, but the twist—tackling the hardest boulder he’s ever done in approach shoes, and arguing they might be better than climbing shoes here—adds a fascinating layer of experimentation. Fast, focused, and packed with creative footwork and tense attempts, it’s a sharp reminder that world-class climbing can exist in the most unexpected places. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPsWEr_v_ak https://www.youtube.com/embed/JPsWEr_v_ak 2020-01-06T19:01:12.000Z 511 1726451 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/JZvhIlzV8Ec/od-palice-k-vrtu-direct-alpine 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JZvhIlzV8Ec/hqdefault.jpg Od palice k vrtu - Direct Alpine Od palice k vrtu – Direct Alpine je krátký lezecký dokument, který staví do hlavní role charismatického Petra „Špeka“ Slaninu a jeho osobitý pohled na české klasické pískovcové lezení. Film má podobu „real life přednášky“ z prostředí, kde se rodí nápady, etika i metoda prvovýstupů – a bere vás od kořenů tradičního přístupu až k otázkám, které přinesl modernější vývoj. Stojí za to ho vidět, protože nejde jen o výkony na skále, ale o příběh řemesla: jak se přemýšlí o jištění, proč se dělají rozhodnutí, která zvenku vypadají nepochopitelně, a co všechno je za slovem „dobrodružství“ na písku. Oceňovaný snímek (včetně několika diváckých cen) kombinuje humor, zkušenost a poctivou lezeckou kulturu – ideální pro každého, kdo chce víc než jen rychlé záběry z vrcholu. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZvhIlzV8Ec https://www.youtube.com/embed/JZvhIlzV8Ec 2020-02-19T13:03:55.000Z 1857 149162 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Jgjc1Aph328/yuji-hirayama-pearson-and-ciavaldini-roadtrippin-and-deep-water-soloing-in-franc 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Jgjc1Aph328/hqdefault.jpg Yuji Hirayama, Pearson And Ciavaldini Roadtrippin' And Deep-Water Soloing In France Yuji Hirayama hits the road for a sun-soaked return to the south of France, teaming up with James Pearson and Caroline Ciavaldini for a laid-back but high-stakes climbing getaway. In this short EpicTV episode, the trio chases perfect Mediterranean rock and the unmistakable pull of deep-water soloing—where commitment is total and the only “protection” is the sea below. What makes this worth your five minutes is the mix of world-class talent and holiday warmth: playful family-roadtrip energy, gorgeous coastal scenery, and that uniquely nerve-tingling DWS rhythm of breath, movement, and consequence. Expect splashdowns, steep lines, good vibes, and the kind of effortless stoke that reminds you why climbing trips become stories you tell for years. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jgjc1Aph328 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Jgjc1Aph328 2016-02-17T12:45:04.000Z 300 11308 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/JiCeWxF7bHg/25-rockovers 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JiCeWxF7bHg/hqdefault.jpg 25 Rockovers 25 Rockovers is a fast, focused masterclass from Neil Gresham and Crux Films that breaks down the rock-over—one of the most important movement skills for vertical and low-angled terrain. When the wall eases back and the holds space out, a good rock-over lets you shift your weight smoothly, step high with control, and keep climbing without stalling. What makes this short film worth your minute is the attention to the “hidden” details that separate getting up the move from making it feel effortless: timing, hip position, commitment, and how to blend flexibility with a confident, dynamic push. Whether you’re learning the technique for the first time or trying to fix a recurring wobble or hesitation, this is a quick troubleshoot that can translate into more efficient climbing on slabs, volumes, and anything that demands precise balance. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiCeWxF7bHg https://www.youtube.com/embed/JiCeWxF7bHg 2016-02-21T13:34:59.000Z 71 33791 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/JnWsIvtBPtw/stefano-ghisolfi-on-jungle-boogie-9a 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JnWsIvtBPtw/hqdefault.jpg STEFANO GHISOLFI ON JUNGLE BOOGIE 9A+ Stefano Ghisolfi takes on Jungle Boogie 9A+ in Céüse’s iconic Biographie sector, capturing the intensity of a world-class climber returning to one of sport climbing’s most storied arenas. Filmed a year after his ascent of the historic Biographie, this short feature follows Stefano as he battles through razor-edged sequences and commits fully to a route that demands absolute precision, power, and patience. Worth watching for its distilled, no-frills focus on performance under pressure, the film delivers the satisfying arc of try-hard attempts, micro-adjustments, and the final push when everything finally clicks. Crisp editing keeps the pace tight, while the raw rock, steep walls, and high stakes of 9A+ climbing make every move feel consequential—an ideal hit of motivation for anyone who loves the craft, grit, and obsession that define the upper edge of sport climbing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnWsIvtBPtw https://www.youtube.com/embed/JnWsIvtBPtw 2017-08-19T11:13:32.000Z 388 55687 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/KFYUqCrUFcs/e11-conditions-perfect 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KFYUqCrUFcs/hqdefault.jpg E11 Conditions Perfect E11 Conditions Perfect is a short, high-tension glimpse into Dave MacLeod’s legendary trad testpiece Rhapsody at Dumbarton, Scotland, as captured by Hot Aches Productions. In just over two minutes, it drops you into the headspace of cutting-edge Scottish trad: steep rock, razor focus, and the ever-present consequence that comes with pushing into E11 territory. What makes this worth watching is the raw contrast between “perfect conditions” and imperfect outcomes—the kind of climbing where commitment matters as much as strength, and where falls are part of the price of ambition. If you love brief films that still deliver a full hit of psych, exposure, and real-world risk, this is a sharp shot of inspiration that’ll have you replaying it and eyeing your own goals with fresh respect. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFYUqCrUFcs https://www.youtube.com/embed/KFYUqCrUFcs 2010-03-11T07:31:54.000Z 136 25680 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/KJ2GBjwf5CI/adam-ondra-69-belly-full-of-bad-berries-8a-5-13b-uncut-with-commentary 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KJ2GBjwf5CI/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #69: Belly Full of Bad Berries 8a (5.13b) / uncut with commentary Adam Ondra #69: Belly Full of Bad Berries 8a (5.13b) / uncut with commentary drops you into a raw, up-close ascent where power, technique, and sheer grit collide. In this episode from Adam Ondra’s Road to Tokyo era, he takes on “Belly Full of Bad Berries” and explores the kind of climbing that doesn’t let you escape when the pump hits—an off-width fight that forces you to dig deeper with every uncomfortable move. What makes this one essential is the format: more or less uncut, with commentary that lets you feel the tempo of a real battle—micro-rests, split-second decisions, and the moments where you’re hanging on by willpower alone. It’s an epic watch for anyone who loves seeing elite climbing without the gloss, whether you’re chasing 5.13 yourself or just want to understand what “emptying the tank” truly looks like on the wall. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJ2GBjwf5CI https://www.youtube.com/embed/KJ2GBjwf5CI 2020-06-08T19:38:38Z 1015 106023 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/KJXsVf11mbA/one-slap-9b-arco 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KJXsVf11mbA/hqdefault.jpg One Slap 9b, Arco In One Slap 9b, Arco, Adam Ondra drops into the limestone playground of Arco for a rapid-fire look at a cutting-edge sport climbing first ascent. In just over three minutes, the film captures the intensity of November 2017 as Ondra tests, commits, and ultimately unlocks a brand-new 9b line—where every move is sharp, every attempt counts, and success hinges on absolute precision. What makes this worth watching is how much story is packed into so little time: the micro-decisions, the explosive “one slap” moments, and the unmistakable focus of a climber operating at the outer edge of difficulty. If you love seeing elite tactics distilled to their essentials—body tension, timing, and pure conviction on steep Arco stone—this is a quick hit of inspiration that’s impossible not to replay. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJXsVf11mbA https://www.youtube.com/embed/KJXsVf11mbA 2017-11-14T21:13:10.000Z 186 98414 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/KPS_6lCUERE/cryptography-the-hardest-slab-in-the-world 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KPS_6lCUERE/hqdefault.jpg Cryptography: the hardest slab in the world? Cryptography: the hardest slab in the world? follows Italian climber Alessandro Zeni as he takes on an audacious vision: a new, enigmatic 9b slab line at the legendary Saint-Loup crag in Switzerland. Crafted by Karpos, the film traces a route that was imagined and obsessed over for years—where success hinges less on brute strength than on balance, precision, and the nerve to trust nearly invisible footholds. What makes this short film so gripping is how it captures the particular tension of slab climbing: the quiet, high-stakes problem-solving, the incremental progress, and the razor-thin margin between flow and failure. With a clean, focused style and the weight of a historic achievement hanging over every move, it’s a compact hit of inspiration—whether you’re chasing grades or just love watching athletes decode the seemingly impossible. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPS_6lCUERE https://www.youtube.com/embed/KPS_6lCUERE 2020-05-04T09:52:33.000Z 411 54556 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/KPXOcOA1LmU/park-life-yosemite-bouldering 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KPXOcOA1LmU/hqdefault.jpg Park Life - Yosemite Bouldering Park Life - Yosemite Bouldering drops you into Yosemite Valley in late November as the Louder Than Eleven crew converges for two weeks of granite, camp life, and all-day attempts on hard problems. Framed by Jon Krakauer’s idea of passion that “consumes utterly,” it follows a group of dedicated boulderers chasing steep lines and small holds beneath the Valley’s legendary walls, where the simple act of trying becomes a way of defining who you are. What makes this film stick is its blend of difficulty, atmosphere, and honesty: powerful sessions, the sting of failure, the rush of sticking the move, and the friendships that form when everyone is living for the next attempt. With crisp visuals, a driving soundtrack, and a clear love letter to Yosemite’s bouldering culture, Park Life isn’t just about sending—it’s about the reckless commitment, the purpose, and the “why” that keeps climbers coming back. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPXOcOA1LmU https://www.youtube.com/embed/KPXOcOA1LmU 2012-12-07T15:49:17.000Z 1557 300229 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/KWCD-VdHy3A/backtothetop 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KWCD-VdHy3A/hqdefault.jpg BACKTOTHETOP BACKTOTHETOP follows Spanish climber Patxi Usobiaga after stepping away from elite competition, as he opens up about the long, uncertain road back to the ninth grade—and, more importantly, back to feeling like a climber again. In this first part of the series from PucSeriestraining, the focus isn’t on tick lists or headlines, but on the mindset, training, and identity that change when you try to return to the top. What makes this short film worth your time is its honest, grounded tone: the quiet work behind big numbers, the doubts that don’t show up in highlight reels, and the motivation that has to be rebuilt session by session. Whether you’re chasing your own breakthrough or just love stories of resilience in climbing, it’s a sharp hit of inspiration that leaves you eager for what comes next. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWCD-VdHy3A https://www.youtube.com/embed/KWCD-VdHy3A 2017-05-07T21:25:13.000Z 400 43849 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Kbw95tMjWd0/hazel-findlay-climbs-the-cad-at-gogarth-taken-from-the-climbing-film-odyssey 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Kbw95tMjWd0/hqdefault.jpg Hazel Findlay climbs The Cad at Gogarth, taken from the climbing film Odyssey. Hazel Findlay takes on The Cad at Gogarth in this focused clip from Hot Aches Productions’ film Odyssey. Set on the wild sea cliffs of North Wales, it follows Hazel as she commits to a classic trad line where exposure, rock quality, and headspace matter as much as strength. Worth watching for its pure, no-nonsense dose of UK trad: calm decision-making, precise movement, and the unmistakable tension of climbing above the Atlantic with gear placements you have to trust. It’s short, punchy, and full of that Gogarth atmosphere—perfect when you want a hit of inspiration and a reminder of what makes committing climbs so addictive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kbw95tMjWd0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Kbw95tMjWd0 2012-12-10T10:55:36.000Z 294 41430 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/KezmkjpNFG8/its-game-over-excalibur-adam-ondra 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KezmkjpNFG8/hqdefault.jpg It's Game Over | Excalibur | Adam Ondra Adam Ondra heads to the towers above Arco, Italy, to take on Excalibur—an already-mythic, 40-degree wall of just-barely-enough holds hanging over the Sarca Valley. In this tight, honest session vlog, he breaks down the idea behind the line, ties in a parallel attempt on nearby testpiece Buro, and shares the day with friends and fellow top climbers as the project pushes him right to the edge. What makes this worth your 15 minutes is the unfiltered process: real struggle, sharp route-reading, micro-beta on brutal pockets, and the rare sight of a world-class athlete choosing to walk away when “game over” is simply the truth. The scenery is epic, the psyche swings are relatable, and the cameos and camaraderie keep the energy high—an addictive snapshot of how legendary climbs are built, one hard try at a time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KezmkjpNFG8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/KezmkjpNFG8 2023-01-30T14:32:21Z 940 914665 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Kii7brJ2K-Y/petzl-roctrip-zillertal-2008-sport-climbing-in-austria 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Kii7brJ2K-Y/hqdefault.jpg Petzl Roctrip Zillertal 2008 - Sport climbing in Austria Petzl Roctrip Zillertal 2008 drops you into Austria’s Zillertal valley, a granite playground of boulders and steep sport walls, as Team Petzl brings its traveling climbing gathering to one of Europe’s most striking summer venues. Filmed during the 2008 RocTrip and directed by Guillaume Broust, it follows an international crew of elite climbers converging on the valley to sample its lines, trade beta, and chase the next perfect sequence on flawless stone. What makes it worth your time is the mix of scenery, intensity, and personality: a rare snapshot of a stacked roster—Chris Sharma, Steve McClure, Dani Andrada, Dave Graham, Lynn Hill, and more—pushing on hard problems while the event energy keeps things playful and human. Between attempts you get that RocTrip vibe of community on the road, and between moves you get clean, motivating climbing that captures why granite trips linger in your head long after the chalk washes off. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kii7brJ2K-Y https://www.youtube.com/embed/Kii7brJ2K-Y 2008-11-12T09:12:19.000Z 1589 270270 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Ks0GxvMvoQg/infinity-lane-the-uncut-version-feat-chris-sharma 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ks0GxvMvoQg/hqdefault.jpg Infinity Lane - the uncut version - feat. Chris Sharma Infinity Lane – the uncut version drops you right onto the limestone walls of the Gorges de la Jonte in France, following Chris Sharma during the Roctrip Millau 2009 as he takes on a 90-meter, three-pitch sport testpiece linked into one continuous line. With no rehearsing allowed and only a single attempt each day, the film captures the raw reality of a flash ascent on an 8b+ route—no edits to soften the exposure, the pump, or the pressure. What makes this one essential is its you-are-there feel: the pacing of a real attempt, the quiet focus between cruxes, and the way the wall seems to stretch endlessly above him. It’s a rare chance to watch a top climber manage movement, breathing, and commitment over sustained terrain, and the uncut format turns every decision into a story beat—perfect for anyone who loves big, uninterrupted climbing and the thrill of seeing if it all holds together to the chains. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks0GxvMvoQg https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ks0GxvMvoQg 2011-01-06T19:47:19.000Z 740 304948 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/L3sxbEw4JfM/the-golden-ticket-5-14c 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/L3sxbEw4JfM/hqdefault.jpg The Golden Ticket, 5.14c Follow Michaela Kiersch into Kentucky’s Red River Gorge as she takes on The Golden Ticket (5.14c) in this short film from Five Ten. Set against steep orange stone and hi-angle terrain, the story tracks her process on one of the Gorge’s most famous sport lines—an endurance-and-power testpiece with big moves and a cruxy double dyno that demands absolute commitment, especially from a 5'1" climber fighting for every inch. What makes this one worth your 16 minutes is the mix of raw difficulty and real humanity: the tiny refinements, the setbacks, the breath before launching, and the surge of belief that keeps a project alive. It’s a punchy, inspiring look at modern cutting-edge sport climbing—equal parts athletic spectacle and mental battle—captured with the kind of focus that makes you feel the steepness, the stakes, and the reward of sticking the move when it finally counts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3sxbEw4JfM https://www.youtube.com/embed/L3sxbEw4JfM 2017-01-20T19:49:43.000Z 962 71487 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/LC5AJnq-KhY/jules-marchaland-three-degrees-of-separation-9a-5-15a 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LC5AJnq-KhY/hqdefault.jpg Jules Marchaland - Three Degrees of Separation (9a+/5.15a) Jules Marchaland takes on Three Degrees of Separation, one of the most distinctive and seldom-repeated sport routes in the world. Nestled on the legendary limestone walls of Ceuse, France, this 9a+/5.15a was originally bolted by Arnaud Petit and established by Chris Sharma, and it has seen only a handful of ascents since. What sets this climb apart is its three massive dynos — explosive leaps that demand not just raw power but perfect timing and commitment on each move. Marchaland's send is a masterclass in dynamic climbing, and the stunning Ceuse backdrop makes this seven-minute film an essential watch for anyone drawn to the cutting edge of sport climbing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LC5AJnq-KhY https://www.youtube.com/embed/LC5AJnq-KhY 2024-07-13T16:00:17Z 421 71704 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/LE61cvEsU10/five-ten-2016-will-stanhope-as-a-guide 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LE61cvEsU10/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2016 | Will Stanhope - As a Guide Five Ten 2016 | Will Stanhope - As a Guide drops you into a winter trip “down under” as Will Stanhope, Sonnie Trotter, and Cameron Maier chase stone on Tasmania’s wild edge. From high mountain crags to wave-battered sea cliffs and needle-thin sea stacks, it’s a quick-hit snapshot of a legendary destination—served with plenty of banter and a tongue-in-cheek nod to the guiding life. What makes it worth your eight minutes is the contrast: raw coastal atmosphere, adventurous lines, and the kind of partner humor that only shows up when conditions get real. If you like your climbing films with a sense of place and a wink of irreverence, this one delivers—just don’t overthink the inside jokes, and enjoy the ride. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LE61cvEsU10 https://www.youtube.com/embed/LE61cvEsU10 2016-10-17T16:57:16.000Z 521 47952 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/LNdQDLokHRY/19-neil-greshams-masterclass-roofs 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LNdQDLokHRY/hqdefault.jpg 19 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Roofs Neil Gresham’s Masterclass – Roofs is a focused, fast-paced lesson on one of climbing’s most thrilling challenges: getting established and moving efficiently through steep overhangs and horizontal roofs. In just under two minutes, Neil breaks down the mindset and mechanics behind “negotiating roofs,” turning a feature that can feel like an instant pump-fest into something you can approach with confidence and control. What makes this worth watching is how quickly it zeroes in on the mistakes that drain your energy—like over-gripping and climbing with bent arms, or cutting loose at the worst moment—and replaces them with practical fixes you can try right away. With clear coaching on body positioning and smart use of heel and toe hooks, it’s the kind of bite-sized refresher that can change how you move on steep terrain the very next session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNdQDLokHRY https://www.youtube.com/embed/LNdQDLokHRY 2016-02-21T13:11:30.000Z 105 42093 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/LQo1Dr9Bb7s/traffic-v15-8c-3rd-ascent-coal-creek-co 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LQo1Dr9Bb7s/hqdefault.jpg Traffic, V15/8C (3rd Ascent) - Coal Creek, CO Paul Robinson heads to Coal Creek, Colorado to take on “Traffic,” Griffin Whiteside’s V15/8C testpiece, capturing the urgency of a late-season window as heat creeps into the Front Range. In just over a minute, the film drops you into the quiet intensity of a high-end bouldering session where every attempt carries weight—and the third ascent is anything but a formality. Worth watching for its pure, no-filler punch, this short highlights the razor-thin margins that separate tries from sends: precise body tension, committed movement, and the calm focus required when the holds feel smaller than they look. It’s a quick hit of Colorado granite and big-grade ambition, with a hint at the next mission deeper in the alpine. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQo1Dr9Bb7s https://www.youtube.com/embed/LQo1Dr9Bb7s 2020-06-15T15:00:13Z 97 1980 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/LVkq2xiaYf0/pete-whittaker-psychosomatic-pigeon-e7-6c-fa 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LVkq2xiaYf0/hqdefault.jpg Pete Whittaker - Psychosomatic Pigeon E7 6C FA Pete Whittaker - Psychosomatic Pigeon E7 6C FA drops you into a sharp, high-stakes moment on gritstone at Burbage South in the Peak District, as Pete goes for the first ascent of “Psychosomatic Pigeon.” With damp conditions threatening to shut things down and tea towels literally taped to the wall to keep key holds dry, it’s a quick hit of British trad ingenuity and focus on one of the UK’s most iconic edges. What makes this short so gripping is how clearly it captures the mental game behind hard leads: committing above gear, trusting skin on fickle friction, and staying composed when the rock won’t play nice. It’s punchy, straightforward, and full of that uniquely Peak District tension—minimal fuss, maximum commitment—ending with the kind of decisive send that’ll leave you wanting to rewatch and then get outside. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVkq2xiaYf0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/LVkq2xiaYf0 2019-02-15T11:23:43.000Z 242 20552 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/LZA8y05ewSA/the-island-one 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LZA8y05ewSA/hqdefault.jpg THE ISLAND ONE THE ISLAND ONE drops you into a bouldering trip that feels like a time capsule—“coming to you live from the year 2008”—and follows the obsessive hunt for perfect rock and memorable lines in Colorado. With Cameron Maier behind the channel and a nod to that classic Bearcam Media vibe, it’s a film built around the simple idea that one problem, one block, one “island” of stone can take over your entire world. What makes it worth your hour is the mood: unpolished, honest climbing where the stakes are personal and every attempt carries that first-ascent energy. Expect a steady build of tension, humor, and grit as sessions stretch on and small gains turn into big breakthroughs—exactly the kind of watch that reminds you why climbers keep coming back, even when the landing is harsh and the answer isn’t guaranteed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZA8y05ewSA https://www.youtube.com/embed/LZA8y05ewSA 2020-03-24T19:33:44.000Z 3875 18175 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Lbbe0yYKfJ0/a-day-in-rocklands 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Lbbe0yYKfJ0/hqdefault.jpg A Day in Rocklands A Day in Rocklands drops you into South Africa’s famed bouldering playground for a crisp, feel-good session with Shawn Raboutou and Kaison, with the wider crew energy of Rocklands in the background. In under five minutes, it captures that simple, addictive rhythm of pads on sandstone, quick beta exchanges, and the quiet focus that turns a sunny day out into something memorable. What makes this one worth your time is how efficiently it delivers the Rocklands magic: powerful movement, clean attempts, and the kind of subtle progression that every climber recognizes—one try closer, one micro-adjustment better. Whether you’re here for the names, the V-grade inspiration, or just a mellow hit of climbing stoke, it’s a short watch that leaves you wanting to pack the car and chase a little more rock time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lbbe0yYKfJ0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Lbbe0yYKfJ0 2019-08-05T21:46:34.000Z 291 37460 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/LdbKjPUDJVY/adam-ondra-la-rambla-9a 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LdbKjPUDJVY/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra-La rambla 9a+ Adam Ondra – La Rambla 9a+ drops you into the sun-baked limestone of Siurana, Spain for a short, intense look at one of sport climbing’s most iconic testpieces. In just over four minutes, it captures the focus and precision required to take on La Rambla at the cutting edge, following Ondra’s attempt to link razor-sharp sequences where every foot placement and every breath matters. What makes this worth watching is how much drama can live in a single route: the strain of small holds, the snap decisions mid-crux, and the quiet confidence of a climber pushing grades that define an era. It’s a quick hit of pure performance—perfect if you want inspiration, a glimpse of elite movement on steep limestone, and a reminder of why legendary lines in places like Siurana keep drawing the world’s best back for more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdbKjPUDJVY https://www.youtube.com/embed/LdbKjPUDJVY 2008-12-29T23:47:24.000Z 243 428887 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/LmvfkOdL2PQ/of-a-lifetime-the-north-face 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LmvfkOdL2PQ/hqdefault.jpg OF A LIFETIME | The North Face Of a Lifetime is Jérôme Tanon’s intimate expedition film following the legendary De Le Rue family as Xavier, Victor, and 18-year-old Mila sail across the Drake Passage to Antarctica in search of steep, untouched lines. Through Mila’s personal diary entries, the story becomes a coming-of-age journey—an initiation into the demands and wonder of big-mountain riding at the edge of the world. This is the kind of adventure you don’t stumble into: long crossings, relentless cold, and committing terrain where every decision matters. What makes it unforgettable is the blend of scale and closeness—vast Antarctic walls contrasted with a family passing down experience, courage, and restraint—capturing that rare feeling of chasing something truly once-in-a-lifetime. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmvfkOdL2PQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/LmvfkOdL2PQ 2024-12-11T16:00:20Z 2652 5165881 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/LnNu8nfhh1E/petzl-roctrip-mexico-2010-english-espa-ol-sport-climbing-in-mexico 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LnNu8nfhh1E/hqdefault.jpg Petzl RocTrip Mexico 2010 [english-español] Sport climbing in Mexico Petzl RocTrip Mexico 2010 is a fast-paced, bilingual (English/Español) snapshot of a traveling climbing festival where sport routes, road-trip energy, and local color blend into one vibrant adventure. Follow the RocTrip crew and international guests as they explore Mexico’s standout crags—El Chonta and Las Peñas de Jilotepec—then step beyond the cliff to take in the iconic history of Teotihuacán’s Aztec pyramids. What makes this one worth your 12 minutes is the mood: it’s not just about sending, it’s about the people, the places, and the shared stoke that turns a destination into a memory. Expect quick hits of beautiful limestone, laughter and camaraderie between climbers from around the world, and the kind of travel-and-climb storytelling that leaves you itching to pack a rope, chase sun, and discover a new wall with new friends. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnNu8nfhh1E https://www.youtube.com/embed/LnNu8nfhh1E 2011-07-20T13:41:19.000Z 728 179989 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Lr7-0SpkDWk/black-diamond-presents-flashed-babsi-zangerls-historic-flash-of-el-capitan 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Lr7-0SpkDWk/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond Presents: Flashed—Babsi Zangerl's Historic Flash of El Capitan In Flashed, Babsi Zangerl sets her sights on the 3,000-foot Free Rider on El Capitan—and does what no one has done before: a true flash of one of the world’s most iconic big walls. With partner Jacopo Larcher, she commits to a ground-up effort that stretches across three intense days on Yosemite granite. This isn’t just a headline ascent. The film digs into the texture of the attempt—slick slabs, gnarly offwidths, and sequences that only reveal themselves when you’re already in too deep—while showing the calm, trust, and grit it takes to keep moving upward. If you want a front-row seat to history and the human story behind it, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lr7-0SpkDWk https://www.youtube.com/embed/Lr7-0SpkDWk 2025-04-30T12:47:12Z 1980 441628 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/LrIh_VzNAdY/flatanger-daniel-woods-and-dave-graham-s-return-to-sport-climbing-in-norway 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LrIh_VzNAdY/hqdefault.jpg Flatanger - Daniel Woods and Dave Graham’s Return to sport climbing in Norway Deep in Norway’s Flatanger, the Hanshelleren cave rises like a dark cathedral of limestone—steep, sculpted, and packed with some of the hardest sport routes on the planet. In this short film from Petzl Sport, American bouldering powerhouses Daniel Woods and Dave Graham swap crash pads for ropes and GRIGRIs, chasing the kind of sustained intensity that only a cave full of knee-bars, razor holds, and unrelenting overhangs can deliver. It’s worth watching for the contrast: two of the strongest in a pure power discipline stepping into the endurance-heavy world of elite sport climbing, and the raw, visceral feel of learning a new rhythm on a world-class stage. Expect close-up movement, honest effort, and that particular Flatanger atmosphere—humid stone, bruising sequences, and the quiet stubbornness it takes to keep pulling when your forearms are blown. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrIh_VzNAdY https://www.youtube.com/embed/LrIh_VzNAdY 2016-03-04T15:26:56.000Z 535 287821 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/LvlRxTNUP1c/uncut-jimmy-webb-zika-8b-v14-fa 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LvlRxTNUP1c/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Jimmy Webb - Zika (8B+/V14) FA Jimmy Webb steps onto a razor-thin line in Tahoe, California, taking on the first ascent of Zika (8B+/V14) in this tight, no-frills “Uncut” session from mellow. In under four minutes, the film drops you right at the base of an elite boulder problem and lets the tension build as Webb works toward a breakthrough on one of Tahoe’s hardest testpieces. What makes it worth watching is the purity: no narration, no distractions—just movement, effort, and the quiet intensity of a climber matching strength with precision. You’ll catch the subtle details that separate an attempt from a send: micro-adjustments on tiny holds, controlled breathing, and that decisive commitment when it’s time to go. If you love seeing top-tier bouldering distilled to its essence, Zika delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvlRxTNUP1c https://www.youtube.com/embed/LvlRxTNUP1c 2019-02-06T17:12:02.000Z 236 36022 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/M4TH8rU8wZw/alex-megos-climbs-van-de-panique-8c-5-14b-in-the-pouring-rain-epic-climber-ep-4 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/M4TH8rU8wZw/hqdefault.jpg Alex Megos Climbs 'Van De Panique' (8c/5.14b) In The Pouring Rain | Epic Climber, Ep. 4 Alex Megos takes on “Van De Panique” (8c/5.14b) at the towering Swiss limestone of Van d’en Haut, and the conditions are anything but friendly. In this episode of Epic Climber from EpicTV, the “Camping” sector looms above Lac de Salanfe as rain lashes the wall, while Hazel Findlay and Emily Harrington warm up on a classic 8a and Tommy Caldwell and Megos eye the long, sustained prize line. What makes this one unmissable is the contrast: a world-class crag built for steep endurance, a route that demands precision from the first moves to the last, and a storm that turns every hold into a question mark. It’s a short, punchy hit of high-stakes sport climbing—watch Megos’ trademark efficiency, the shifting tactics as the wall darkens with water, and the quiet intensity that comes when a big grade meets bigger weather. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4TH8rU8wZw https://www.youtube.com/embed/M4TH8rU8wZw 2015-05-07T12:09:49.000Z 465 657983 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/M78neXrEy9M/matty-hong-climbs-biographie-9a-5-15a-a-lt11-production 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/M78neXrEy9M/hqdefault.jpg Matty Hong Climbs Biographie (9a+ / 5.15a) [A @LT11 Production] Matty Hong Climbs Biographie documents the American climber's pursuit of one of the most storied routes in sport climbing history — Biographie, the legendary 9a+/5.15a at Céüse, France. First ascended by Chris Sharma and later repeated by only a handful of the world's elite, Biographie sits high on the cliffs of Céüse and demands a rare combination of power, endurance, and technical mastery across its sustained sequence of moves. Produced by Mellow Climbing and Louder Than 11, this seven-minute film captures the full emotional arc of a serious redpoint campaign on one of climbing's benchmark testpieces. Whether you're a fan of high-end sport climbing or simply drawn to stories of dedication and perseverance, watching Matty Hong dismantle one of the sport's most iconic lines is nothing short of inspiring. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M78neXrEy9M https://www.youtube.com/embed/M78neXrEy9M 2023-10-06T16:00:15Z 421 141452 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/MMeKHRMOxlY/this-boulder-is-like-something-from-mars-its-problems-are-even-crazier-viva-pe-o 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MMeKHRMOxlY/hqdefault.jpg This Boulder Is Like Something from Mars. Its Problems Are Even Crazier | Viva Peñoles, Ep. 5 Deep in Mexico’s rugged Peñoles landscape, the EpicTV crew uncovers a bouldering zone that feels more alien than earthly—anchored by a colossal monolith that looks like it dropped from the sky. In Episode 5 of Viva Peñoles, the search for cutting-edge lines turns into a full-on obsession as the team sizes up steep, overhung faces loaded with razor crimps and insecure slopers, all while the strongest in the game circle the hardest possibilities. At under five minutes, it’s a concentrated hit of exploration and top-end difficulty: Daniel Woods throws down on “El Lado Activo Del Infinito” (V14/8B+), then immediately starts eyeing an even more menacing parallel line that could raise the bar again. With appearances from Dave Graham, Paul Robinson, Jimmy Webb, Diego Montull, and Shawn Raboutou, it’s the perfect watch if you love the moment when a new area reveals its true potential—and when a single boulder can spark the next-level showdown. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMeKHRMOxlY https://www.youtube.com/embed/MMeKHRMOxlY 2014-06-05T12:35:41.000Z 295 24147 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/MQDS9AquESI/qualido-king-of-the-bongo 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MQDS9AquESI/hqdefault.jpg Qualido - King of the Bongo Qualido – King of the Bongo follows three young climbers—Matteo De Zaiacomo, Paolo Marazzi, and Luca Schiera—as they take on the steep East Face of Qualido with a bold, clear idea and plenty of doubt: to open a new route without relying on bolts. Set in the fading heat of late summer, the film traces their slow, methodical progress in 2014, moving upward meter by meter through commitment and uncertainty, with Richard Felderer capturing the effort from the wall as both cameraman and photographer. What makes this short film so satisfying is the mix of real stakes and real joy: the seriousness of clean-style route opening paired with the lightness of friends sharing a dream, punctuated by Paolo’s playful “King of the Bongo” refrain at each belay. You’ll watch a vision take shape, then return for the payoff as the project carries into the next season and becomes a full free ascent—an earned ending that celebrates partnership, persistence, and the kind of climbing that leaves more behind in memory than in metal. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQDS9AquESI https://www.youtube.com/embed/MQDS9AquESI 2020-03-15T08:00:11.000Z 1385 16011 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/MSVbxAhA984/adam-ondra-attempts-the-worlds-first-9a-flash-epic-climber-spain-ep-2 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MSVbxAhA984/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra Attempts The World's First 9a+ Flash | Epic Climber Spain, Ep. 2 Adam Ondra heads to Spain on a mission that sounds almost unreal: to flash a 9a+ and make history on Selección Anal, then measure himself again against Chris Sharma’s infamous 9b Stoking The Fire. In this fast, focused episode of Epic Climber Spain, Ondra brings two years of hard training and razor-sharp comp form to the limestone, with Sharma, Sasha DiGiulian, and Edu Marín looking on as he gets to work. Worth watching for the sheer tension of a true “one-go” attempt at the cutting edge—reading sequences on the fly, managing pressure, and committing when there’s no second chance. You’ll get a front-row seat to elite-level decision-making, the atmosphere of a stacked climbing crew, and a glimpse of a future where even wilder grades feel within reach. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSVbxAhA984 https://www.youtube.com/embed/MSVbxAhA984 2016-10-14T08:45:08.000Z 510 519612 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/MTxPnQNWdIw/if-youre-not-falling-sonnie-trotter-cory-richards-rhapsody-e11 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MTxPnQNWdIw/hqdefault.jpg If You're Not Falling - Sonnie Trotter , Cory Richards (Rhapsody E11) In If You’re Not Falling, Hot Aches Productions follows Sonnie Trotter alongside Cory Richards as Sonnie takes on the daunting task of trying to unlock Dave MacLeod’s notorious E11, Rhapsody, at Dumbarton Rock. In under eight minutes, the film drops you into the tense, committed world of cutting-edge trad climbing—where “progress” is measured in tiny refinements, and the consequences are never far from mind. What makes this episode worth watching is its mix of focus and raw atmosphere: the quiet routines, the honest doubts, and the razor-thin margin between control and chaos that defines climbing at this level. Whether you know Rhapsody’s reputation or you’re simply drawn to the idea of pushing into unknown terrain, it’s a punchy hit of motivation that captures the essence of high-stakes movement—because if you’re not falling, you’re probably not trying hard enough. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTxPnQNWdIw https://www.youtube.com/embed/MTxPnQNWdIw 2019-02-08T11:43:11.000Z 470 76595 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/MUIayFGMKIU/keen-youth-james-pearson 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MUIayFGMKIU/hqdefault.jpg Keen Youth - James Pearson Keen Youth follows British climber James Pearson back to the roots of his obsession, tracing the early drive that had him pulling on rock (and anything else he could reach) long before most kids learned to slow down. In this short Hot Aches Productions portrait, Pearson’s “keen youth” isn’t nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake—it’s a reminder of how a lifelong relationship with climbing begins with curiosity, mischief, and the simple urge to get higher. Worth watching for its punchy energy and pure climbing joy, the film captures the scrappy, hands-on spirit that fuels everything from bouldering to crack climbing. Whether you’re here for the personality, the movement, or the stoke to get out and climb, Keen Youth delivers a quick hit of inspiration that makes you want to chalk up, commit, and see what you can pull onto next. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUIayFGMKIU https://www.youtube.com/embed/MUIayFGMKIU 2019-05-17T11:04:53.000Z 283 6855 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/MUX3ORVKjfk/seb-bouin-les-yeux-plus-gros-que-lantre-9a-b-russan 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MUX3ORVKjfk/hqdefault.jpg Seb Bouin - Les yeux plus gros que l'antre - 9a+/b - Russan In this short French film from EB Escalade, follow Seb Bouin to Russan as he takes on “Les yeux plus gros que l’antre” (9a+/b), a towering 70‑meter line and a brand-new vision of what “Chilam Balam” intensity can look like on limestone. Captured in the wake of his first ascent, it traces the reality behind a route that demands endurance through long sections of steep terrain before unleashing a brutal, bouldery finish high above the ground. What makes this worth your time is the rare window into the first-ascent process: cleaning, discovering holds, dialing methods, and committing to sequences no one has truly tested before. In under seven minutes you get the full arc—big wall-style power endurance, precision footwork on overhangs, and the tension of pushing into the unknown—ending with a top-section battle that justifies the grade and the title. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUX3ORVKjfk https://www.youtube.com/embed/MUX3ORVKjfk 2018-12-03T13:26:35.000Z 411 63580 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/MXWUXyJvwtA/mutation-9a-william-bosi-red-point-2 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MXWUXyJvwtA/hqdefault.jpg Mutation 9a - William Bosi - Red Point - 2 William Bosi returns to Raven Tor to battle one of Britain’s most notorious sport routes: Mutation 9a. In this short, punchy clip from Hot Aches Productions, you’re dropped right into a redpoint session as Bosi goes for the send, with the camera locked off from a tripod near the start of Hubble to capture the full intensity of the attempt. It’s worth watching for the raw, no-frills feel of a real performance moment: minimal edits, maximum focus, and the kind of effort where every move looks earned. If you love seeing elite climbers on steep, power-endurance limestone—where a couple burns are all you get in a day—this is a quick hit of inspiration that leaves you wanting the next session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXWUXyJvwtA https://www.youtube.com/embed/MXWUXyJvwtA 2018-05-04T07:57:40.000Z 114 5856 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/MiQQDIrUYnw/shawn-raboutou-livin-large-v16-8c 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MiQQDIrUYnw/hqdefault.jpg Shawn Raboutou: Livin' Large (V16/8C+) In the summer of 2019, Shawn Raboutou heads to Rocklands, South Africa to take on "Livin' Large"—a striking, 8-meter high arete and one of the most intimidating highball boulders in the world. The film follows his process and the moment he seals the third ascent of this modern testpiece at V16 (8C+). What makes this worth watching is the blend of raw difficulty and real consequence: powerful movement stacked above a serious landing, where precision and composure matter as much as strength. If you love seeing top-level bouldering pushed into the highball realm, this is a short, high-stakes hit of focus, commitment, and control. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiQQDIrUYnw https://www.youtube.com/embed/MiQQDIrUYnw 2021-02-12T16:45:49Z 401 281792 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/MiutwLqQZFs/adam-ondra-68-brutal-rider-8c-czechias-hardest-boulderproblem 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MiutwLqQZFs/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #68: Brutal Rider 8C+ / Czechia's Hardest Boulderproblem Adam Ondra returns to his home crags in Czechia to tackle Brutal Rider 8C+ (V16), a brutally long boulder problem that reconnects him with hard outdoor bouldering after a decade of prioritizing competitions and roped projects. In this episode, he breaks down the linkup—from “Brutus” into the lower start of “Ghost Rider”—and sets his sights on a first ascent that demands precision, power, and patience across roughly 25 demanding moves. What makes this one special is the blend of top-tier performance and honest process: the small adjustments, the intricate sequences, and the mental grind of committing to something that feels more like a full sport route packed into a boulder. Whether you’re chasing your own projects or just love watching climbing at the absolute limit, Brutal Rider delivers a front-row seat to elite problem solving, relentless effort, and the moment it finally all clicks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiutwLqQZFs https://www.youtube.com/embed/MiutwLqQZFs 2020-06-01T18:58:37Z 876 17786 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/MsEbKGNqU3g/molly-mitchell-empowered 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MsEbKGNqU3g/hqdefault.jpg Molly Mitchell- Empowered Mad Rock’s Molly Mitchell- Empowered is a fast, focused portrait of trad climber Molly Mitchell as she steps onto the kind of terrain where commitment matters as much as strength. Set against the sun-baked splitter cracks of Indian Creek near Moab, the film follows Molly putting herself on the line on two new routes: “All Hell Breaks Moose” (5.13 R) and “Dangerous Woman” (5.12 S), offering a glimpse of the person behind an up-and-coming name. What makes it worth your four minutes is the clarity of its message: bold climbing isn’t just about difficulty grades, it’s about choosing to stay composed when the consequences sharpen. You’ll get crisp desert crack visuals, the hum of hard movement in exposed positions, and the quiet confidence of a climber pushing into the unknown—an energizing watch for anyone who loves the mix of risk, focus, and freedom that trad climbing demands. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsEbKGNqU3g https://www.youtube.com/embed/MsEbKGNqU3g 2016-06-30T20:59:32.000Z 295 15397 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Mu0Jxu2IM3k/fl-pro-paul-robinson-and-fl-athlete-cesar-valencia-hit-the-grampians 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Mu0Jxu2IM3k/hqdefault.jpg FL Pro Paul Robinson and FL Athlete Cesar Valencia hit the Grampians! FrictionLabs drops into Australia’s Grampians National Park with pro boulderer Paul Robinson and athlete Cesar Valencia for a month-long sandstone mission. In this bite-sized film, the duo chase iconic lines in the land of Oz—balancing hard climbing with road-trip energy, run-ins with local wildlife, and the easy camaraderie that comes from living out of a pad and hunting conditions. What makes it worth your five minutes is the hit list and the vibe: crisp sessions on world-class orange sandstone, with featured problems like Dos Manos V10, Great Expectations V10, and the V11 testpieces In The Cloud and Wheels on the Ute. It’s equal parts classic boulders, clean movement, and travel stoke—shot by the climbers themselves—so you get both the sends and the small moments that make a trip unforgettable. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mu0Jxu2IM3k https://www.youtube.com/embed/Mu0Jxu2IM3k 2018-08-08T17:12:56.000Z 332 9050 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/MwmLmXUbXpQ/margalef-roofs-403-second-ascent-f8c 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MwmLmXUbXpQ/hqdefault.jpg Margalef roofs - "403" second ascent F8c Dave MacLeod heads into the steep caves of Margalef, Spain, for a lightning-fast look at “403,” a fierce F8c roof climb at Sector Finestra. In just over two minutes, this clip captures the intensity of a rare second ascent: powerful movement, body tension at full stretch, and the kind of commitment only a real roof problem demands. What makes it worth watching is how much story is packed into such a short run time. You get a clear, no-nonsense glimpse of elite execution on brutally overhanging stone—precision footwork, ruthless efficiency, and the calm that comes from total focus. If you love watching hard climbing done clean, or you’re chasing motivation for your own steep projects, this is a quick hit of Margalef inspiration you’ll replay more than once. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwmLmXUbXpQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/MwmLmXUbXpQ 2010-11-12T17:40:31.000Z 132 19592 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/N6mb-VlY22o/petzl-roctrip-2014-ep3-prilep-republic-of-macedonia 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/N6mb-VlY22o/hqdefault.jpg Petzl RocTrip 2014 #Ep3 - Prilep, Republic of Macedonia Petzl RocTrip 2014 #Ep3 drops into Prilep, Republic of Macedonia, where the Petzl RocTrip caravan rolls up under brooding clouds and sudden bursts of sun to explore a bouldering landscape that feels newly discovered. In just over eleven minutes, the film captures the energy of a traveling climbing community as it touches down in a place celebrated for sculpted stone, wild ambience, and the thrill of being among the first to test its potential. What makes this episode a standout is its blend of atmosphere and momentum: crisp scenes of movement on rock, the buzz of a packed crew of world-class climbers, and the sense of privilege that comes with fresh lines in a legendary setting. It’s a quick hit of inspiration—part travelogue, part session, part celebration—that delivers the simple joy of climbing when conditions are uncertain but the stoke is guaranteed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6mb-VlY22o https://www.youtube.com/embed/N6mb-VlY22o 2014-10-19T10:07:09.000Z 672 194808 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/N9H8gcpZhss/fight-club 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/N9H8gcpZhss/hqdefault.jpg Fight Club Patagonia’s Fight Club drops you into the quiet intensity of a historic Canadian first ascent as climbing ambassador Alex Megos sets his sights on Fight Club (5.15b). Alongside the story of the route’s creation and the Banff-area limestone that guards it, the film follows the precision, power, and patience required when the holds are small, the margins are thinner, and every attempt carries the weight of possibility. What makes this worth your eight minutes is the rare mix of grit and grace that only cutting-edge climbing delivers: the problem-solving on razor edges, the discipline between burns, and the surge when commitment finally clicks. Whether you’re here for the milestone—Canada’s first 5.15—or for the universal rush of trying hard on something that feels just out of reach, Fight Club is a fast, focused hit of inspiration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9H8gcpZhss https://www.youtube.com/embed/N9H8gcpZhss 2017-04-21T16:45:57.000Z 499 604458 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/NBM5bu_hxM8/chris-sharma-back-in-c-se-sport-climbing-and-bolting-in-france 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NBM5bu_hxM8/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma - BACK in Céüse - Sport climbing and bolting in France After years away, Chris Sharma returns to the storied limestone of Céüse with Daila Ojeda, drawn back to a cliff that helped define modern sport climbing. Céüse holds deep personal weight for Sharma—more than a decade after his landmark ascent of Biographie, he’s back to seek fresh inspiration, this time roaming the quieter “Face de Rat” sector in search of a new line to create from scratch. What makes this short film hit is its behind-the-scenes look at the full arc of a project: not just trying hard, but finding, cleaning, and bolting a future classic on one of the world’s most revered walls. You’ll get the feel of Céüse’s sweeping stone, the calm intensity of Sharma’s process, and the satisfying mix of patience, craft, and commitment that turns blank rock into possibility—perfect for anyone who loves the romance of new routes and the relentless pull of unfinished dreams. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBM5bu_hxM8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/NBM5bu_hxM8 2012-09-04T13:48:01.000Z 539 403315 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/NDxhEPPrGt4/15-neil-greshams-masterclass-bicycling 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NDxhEPPrGt4/hqdefault.jpg 15 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Bicycling Neil Gresham’s Masterclass: Bicycling is a lightning-quick technique primer focused on one of the most useful tricks for steep terrain. When you’re moving across a horizontal roof and there’s nothing obvious for a heel or toe hook, “bicycling” gives you a way to keep your feet engaged and your body from swinging out. In just a few moments, Gresham breaks down the core idea—pinching a projecting feature between both feet to create traction—and why it can be the difference between cutting loose and staying in control. If roofs and big traverses shut you down, this bite-sized lesson is an easy watch with immediate payoff: better tension, calmer movement, and a new option when footholds look impossible. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDxhEPPrGt4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/NDxhEPPrGt4 2016-02-21T12:46:02.000Z 32 32416 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/NFfTHoJ9khs/to-climb-the-world-national-geographic 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NFfTHoJ9khs/hqdefault.jpg To Climb the World | National Geographic To Climb the World follows a modern climbing dream team—Alex Honnold, Mark Synnott, and Jimmy Chin—as they crisscross the globe in pursuit of the next unforgettable line. From rugged sea cliffs to remote stone and unfamiliar cultures, their journey blends big-wall ambition with the raw unpredictability of travel, where the hazards aren’t limited to the rock. Worth watching for its nonstop sense of expedition: sharp storytelling, high-consequence terrain, and the camaraderie that forms when everything feels uncertain. It’s a fast, adventurous hit of climbing that captures why people leave comfort behind—because the world is vast, the walls are wild, and the best routes rarely come without a little chaos. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFfTHoJ9khs https://www.youtube.com/embed/NFfTHoJ9khs 2014-02-24T17:01:01.000Z 1474 2083047 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/NK1ABN_T6l8/petzl-legend-tour-italia-finale-ligure 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NK1ABN_T6l8/hqdefault.jpg Petzl Legend Tour Italia - Finale Ligure Petzl Legend Tour Italia kicks off in Finale Ligure, where sea air meets limestone walls and a rich legacy of Italian sport climbing. Following local exploration and storytelling on the rock, the film revisits the historic pitches and routes that helped shape the area’s climbing identity. With Laura Giunta alongside climbers Federica Mingolla and Wafaa Amer, this is a relaxed, immersive tour that blends movement, place, and history. If you love discovering new destinations—and want to see how classic lines and modern climbing culture intersect—Finale’s border between ocean and stone makes this stop a must-watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NK1ABN_T6l8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/NK1ABN_T6l8 2020-12-21T19:00:11Z 2500 204423 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/NNo8Xd7bANo/ratstaman-vibrations-9b-fa-by-alexander-megos 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NNo8Xd7bANo/hqdefault.jpg "Ratstaman Vibrations" 9b FA by Alexander Megos Alexander Megos delivers a masterclass in cutting-edge sport climbing with his first ascent of Rastaman Vibrations, a 9b line at the legendary Ceüse crag in France. The route had been bolted over a decade earlier by Chris Sharma, one of climbing's most iconic figures, and had remained unclimbed until Megos stepped up to claim the prize. This film captures not just a single send, but the story of Megos taking on one of the most storied open projects in European sport climbing. Ceüse's immaculate limestone and relentlessly technical movement provide the perfect backdrop for a performance that cements Megos among the elite of the 9b grade. Essential viewing for anyone passionate about the frontier of human climbing achievement. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNo8Xd7bANo https://www.youtube.com/embed/NNo8Xd7bANo 2022-10-27T15:00:15Z 764 392638 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/NQwjr1d5o30/adam-ondra-66-flash-it 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NQwjr1d5o30/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #66: Flash it! In Adam Ondra #66: Flash it!, Adam Ondra heads back to Czechia to hunt for boulder problems he can try on sight—pushing himself on terrain he’s long neglected outdoors. With his trademark curiosity and competitive edge, he takes on flash attempts at staggering grades, including 8B+ and a world-class 8A+, sharing the mindset and precision it takes to commit when there’s no second chance. What makes this episode so gripping is the raw, moment-to-moment tension of the flash: quick reads, split-second decisions, and the thin line between a perfect sequence and a slip. It’s a compact hit of high-end bouldering with Ondra’s honest commentary, focused effort, and the satisfying rhythm of attempts that either click instantly or unravel—ideal if you want inspiration, elite movement, and a taste of what “going for it” really looks like. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQwjr1d5o30 https://www.youtube.com/embed/NQwjr1d5o30 2020-05-18T18:15:02Z 700 83117 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/NXuUW9bXOYk/west-coast-pimp-a-california-bouldering-showcase 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NXuUW9bXOYk/hqdefault.jpg WEST COAST PIMP - A California bouldering showcase WEST COAST PIMP is a sun-baked California bouldering showcase from Steve Montesanto that captures a raw, turn-of-the-century slice of the scene—originally released on VHS in 2000 and now back as a digital throwback. Over 1 hour and 14 minutes, it follows climbers across classic West Coast blocs, celebrating the grit, style, and improvisation that defined bouldering before HD polish and social feeds. What makes it worth watching is exactly what the creator calls out: it’s crude, a little rough around the edges, and totally honest. The “so-so” quality becomes part of the time-capsule charm, letting the movement and the vibe take center stage—chalky hands, desert light, and the simple obsession of trying hard on stone. If you want a nostalgic look at bouldering’s roots and a reminder that great climbing doesn’t need perfect production, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXuUW9bXOYk https://www.youtube.com/embed/NXuUW9bXOYk 2013-03-19T06:30:14.000Z 4480 8352 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/NmfkrjlsFzU/jakob-schubert-la-planta-de-shiva-9b 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NmfkrjlsFzU/hqdefault.jpg Jakob Schubert - La Planta de Shiva 9b Jakob Schubert - La Planta de Shiva 9b drops you into the steep, sun-baked limestone of Spain as one of the sport’s most precise climbers takes on a modern testpiece. In this short, high-intensity film from MAMMUT, Schubert goes for the second ascent of Planta de Shiva (9b), moving through a line where every clip, shake, and micro-rest has to be earned. It’s worth watching for the purity of the effort: a world-class athlete operating at the razor’s edge of difficulty, where the difference between success and failure is a single foot placement or a half-breath of control. Expect crisp sequences, focused tension, and that unmistakable moment when commitment replaces doubt—an inspiring reminder of why 9b routes sit at the very top of the climbing pyramid. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmfkrjlsFzU https://www.youtube.com/embed/NmfkrjlsFzU 2016-03-03T12:25:12.000Z 251 99885 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/NrKM9CCicfw/alexey-rubtsov-fighting-with-boulders 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NrKM9CCicfw/hqdefault.jpg Alexey Rubtsov | Fighting with Boulders Alexey Rubtsov | Fighting with Boulders follows World Cup boulderer Alexey Rubtsov as he brings his relentless, detail-obsessed mindset from the competition circuit to the rock. Set against the sandstone of Moe’s Valley, this short film captures a climber who’s always hunting for the tiny adjustments—strength, precision, and approach—that can turn effort into progress. What makes it worth watching is how it balances intensity with a quieter truth about why we climb. Rubtsov’s drive isn’t just about winning; it’s about the simple, grounding ritual of touching stone, feeling nature, and earning each move with purpose. In just a few minutes, it delivers motivation, clean visuals, and that familiar spark that makes you want to get outside and try a little harder. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrKM9CCicfw https://www.youtube.com/embed/NrKM9CCicfw 2017-09-26T15:44:47.000Z 261 19450 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/NxIhHb8TePA/now-thats-what-i-call-a-first-ascent-ep2-the-walk-of-life-james-pearson 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NxIhHb8TePA/hqdefault.jpg Now That's What I Call a First Ascent - EP2 -The Walk of Life -James Pearson James Pearson steps into the sharp end in this episode of Now That’s What I Call a First Ascent, taking on “The Walk of Life” with the full weight of uncertainty that comes with new ground. Shot with Hot Aches Productions’ intimate, on-the-rock perspective, the film drops you into the world of trad climbing where protection is earned, decisions are immediate, and every move carries consequence. What makes this one hit is the blend of focus and vulnerability: the quiet rituals before commitment, the mental noise that builds as the route steepens, and the real possibility of a fall when the climbing turns serious. In just over thirteen minutes, it captures the essence of why first ascents matter—not just for the line itself, but for the mindset it demands—leaving you with that rare mix of tension, relief, and stoke that only bold climbing can deliver. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxIhHb8TePA https://www.youtube.com/embed/NxIhHb8TePA 2016-03-21T11:43:15.000Z 824 128788 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/NyhB2GHvUjA/8b-jain-kim-hard-care-8b 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NyhB2GHvUjA/hqdefault.jpg 김자인 하드코어 8b+ Jain Kim Hard care 8b+ South Korean climbing icon Jain Kim takes on the “Hard care” project at Seonunsan, working through the fine details of a fierce 8b+ sport route in this tight, nine-minute film from Myungsik Jin. From first attempts to dialed sequences, you’ll follow her process as she tests moves, reads the rock, and builds toward a breakthrough on one of the crag’s standout lines. What makes this worth your time is the pure focus: crisp movement, efficient body positioning, and the quiet determination that separates a strong try from a successful send. Whether you’re a sport climber chasing your next grade or just love watching world-class athletes solve problems on stone, this is a quick, satisfying hit of high-end performance and real projecting energy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyhB2GHvUjA https://www.youtube.com/embed/NyhB2GHvUjA 2014-05-13T06:15:13.000Z 576 48300 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/O4rgMyThtWI/dean-potter-king-air-first-ascent 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O4rgMyThtWI/hqdefault.jpg Dean Potter: King Air (First Ascent) Dean Potter: King Air (First Ascent) drops into Yosemite Valley with one of climbing’s most magnetic figures as he takes on the Le Conte (House Keeping) Boulder and a line he’s obsessed over for more than a decade. In just over three minutes, Dean shares the story behind “King Air”—a proud, towering highball that sits right on the edge between bouldering and free soloing, shaped by persistence, secrecy, and the quiet support of the people around him. This is worth watching for the mix of raw honesty and high-stakes movement: the crux that finally unlocks when he loosens up, the stealthy sessions and chalk-washing to keep the project under wraps, and the reality of falling hard from serious height even with pads and a trusted spotter. It’s a quick hit of Yosemite atmosphere, beautiful stone, and the mindset it takes to return to a line year after year until it goes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4rgMyThtWI https://www.youtube.com/embed/O4rgMyThtWI 2010-05-06T16:37:48.000Z 188 222879 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/OCPASN3yzsI/committed-i-dave-macleod-climbing-divided-years 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OCPASN3yzsI/hqdefault.jpg Committed I: Dave MacLeod Climbing Divided Years Committed I: Dave MacLeod Climbing Divided Years drops in on Scottish powerhouse Dave MacLeod and the long, patient process behind big goals—measured not in days or attempts, but in years. In this short Hot Aches Productions highlight, you’ll get a punchy glimpse of the “divided years” mindset: returning to the same problems, refining sequences, and staying all-in when progress comes in slivers. What makes it worth watching is how clearly it captures commitment as a craft—training, tactics, and stubborn belief distilled into a few intense minutes. It’s part inspiration, part reality check, and perfect when you need a quick hit of psych: the kind that reminds you why the hard projects matter, and why showing up again and again is often the real send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCPASN3yzsI https://www.youtube.com/embed/OCPASN3yzsI 2010-03-09T08:01:05.000Z 292 22145 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ODmCZEbqjvc/front-range-boulders-zach-galla 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ODmCZEbqjvc/hqdefault.jpg Front Range Boulders | Zach Galla Front Range Boulders follows Zach Galla on a breakthrough bouldering trip to Colorado’s Front Range, captured with a sharp eye by filmmaker Brian Boyd for Mad Rock. In just over eight minutes, you’ll drop into crisp movement, gritty attempts, and the kind of travel-session energy where every day is built around a single, ambitious goal—topping out hard lines and chasing a milestone on “The Game,” even when the send doesn’t come right away. What makes this one worth your time is the mix of high-end difficulty and honest process: powerful V14-style efforts, quick hits between project burns, and the satisfying arc of returning to finish what was left undone. It’s a tight, motivating watch that delivers both the highlight moments and the reality of bouldering at the limit—perfect for a short hit of inspiration before your next session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODmCZEbqjvc https://www.youtube.com/embed/ODmCZEbqjvc 2020-04-01T15:56:34.000Z 488 18321 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/OOCq9kOgF8I/friends-of-the-grit-a-peak-district-climbing-odyssey 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OOCq9kOgF8I/hqdefault.jpg Friends Of The Grit | A Peak District Climbing Odyssey Friends Of The Grit follows Belgian climber Siebe Vanhee as he heads to the Peak District, the heartland of British gritstone and its famously uncompromising trad ethic. Part travelogue, part climbing story, it’s a firsthand look at how local history and unwritten rules shape the way people climb. What makes this film so watchable is the clash and connection between styles: a visiting powerhouse stepping onto a very different playground where commitment, composure, and good judgement matter as much as strength. Expect sharp edges, bold leads, and plenty of personality as Siebe and his new crew chase the best grit the UK has to offer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOCq9kOgF8I https://www.youtube.com/embed/OOCq9kOgF8I 2022-04-14T14:00:14Z 1801 151189 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/O_3WlxO5i2Y/bellavista-8b-alpine-rock-climb-robbie-phillips 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_3WlxO5i2Y/hqdefault.jpg "Bellavista" (8b+) Alpine Rock Climb - Robbie Phillips Robbie Phillips takes you into the Dolomites for an alpine testpiece: “Bellavista” (8b+) on Cima Ovest, one of the legendary towers of Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Alongside friend Logan Barber, the trip expands beyond a single climb into a roaming European mission—chasing steep stone and big-mountain atmosphere through the Dolomites, Austria’s Zillertal, and Germany’s Frankenjura. What makes this film worth your time is the blend of high-end difficulty with serious alpine exposure: hard moves, huge walls, and the kind of commitment that makes every decision matter. Expect a grounded look at how strong climbers manage pressure, conditions, and partnerships on ambitious routes, plus plenty of scenic mountain drama that captures why alpine rock feels so different from the crag. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_3WlxO5i2Y https://www.youtube.com/embed/O_3WlxO5i2Y 2014-09-02T15:52:04.000Z 1792 35229 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/OgAnBfdmlHY/pete-whittaker-pegasus-left-hand-e1-5b-with-a-bit-of-rain 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OgAnBfdmlHY/hqdefault.jpg Pete Whittaker - 'Pegasus Left Hand' E1 5b (With a bit of rain) Pete Whittaker – “Pegasus Left Hand” drops you into a short, punchy day out with a keen young Pete taking on an E1 5b crack line, even as the weather turns and the rock looks anything but inviting. With “a bit of rain” in the mix and the crag feeling slick and slimy, it’s the kind of setup every climber recognises: you’ve made the walk-in, you’re already here, and now you’ve got to decide whether that “it’ll be fine” optimism is bravery or madness. What makes this one worth your seven minutes is the blend of grit and humour that comes from committing to crack climbing when conditions are stacked against you. It’s a quick hit of real climbing—awkward jams, controlled movement, and that satisfying fight for rhythm when the gear and the rock demand attention—served with Hot Aches’ straightforward, no-fuss style. If you like watching strong climbers problem-solve on the fly, especially on proper cracks, this is a fun little throwback that delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OgAnBfdmlHY https://www.youtube.com/embed/OgAnBfdmlHY 2019-05-10T13:13:35.000Z 419 8005 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Ok5_CcDZHdI/uncut-samuel-ometz-buddha-9a-5-14d-2nd-ascent 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ok5_CcDZHdI/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Samuel Ometz - Buddha (9a/5.14d) 2nd ascent Uncut: Samuel Ometz - Buddha (9a/5.14d) 2nd ascent drops you straight into the sharp end of sport climbing as Samuel Ometz takes on Buddha in Switzerland’s Valais. Bolted by Cyrille Albasini and first climbed by Shawn Raboutou, this 9a/5.14d testpiece demands total precision—every move measured, every breath earned—as Sam goes for the historic second ascent. What makes this worth your two minutes is the raw, no-frills intimacy: you feel the tempo of real attempts, the micro-adjustments on tiny holds, and the calm intensity it takes to commit when the margin is razor-thin. It’s a compact hit of high-grade focus and modern climbing performance—perfect for anyone who loves watching mastery distilled into a single, unforgettable send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ok5_CcDZHdI https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ok5_CcDZHdI 2020-04-08T16:40:57.000Z 172 29210 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Oq2Z4w1UsNg/adam-ondra-51-croatia-climbing-road-trip-1-2 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Oq2Z4w1UsNg/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #51: Croatia Climbing Road Trip 1/2 Adam Ondra #51: Croatia Climbing Road Trip 1/2 follows Adam Ondra as his annual winter climbing escape takes an unexpected turn. With bad weather in Catalunya forcing a last-minute reroute, Adam and the crew hit the road for Croatia, settling into a laid-back session of sunny limestone, local vibes, and the simple pleasure of moving over rock after a block of speed-training. What makes this episode worth your time is its honest, travelogue energy: no pressure to “send hard,” just world-class climbers enjoying quality routes, good conditions, and the small moments that make a trip memorable. It’s a quick, satisfying watch packed with beautiful scenery, relaxed climbing, and Adam’s reflective perspective as he balances training for the modern competition era with the joy of climbing outside. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oq2Z4w1UsNg https://www.youtube.com/embed/Oq2Z4w1UsNg 2020-02-03T19:50:49.000Z 543 265308 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/OsNODRFxV6U/adam-ondra-16-castle-walls-8b 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OsNODRFxV6U/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #16: Castle Walls 8b Adam Ondra returns to his roots in “Adam Ondra #16: Castle Walls 8b,” a short, high-intensity episode filmed in Brno—his hometown. With the city’s historic castle walls as the backdrop, Adam takes on a line he’s envisioned since childhood, bringing a personal dream project to life on steep, unforgiving stone. What makes this worth watching is the mix of place, precision, and pure commitment: the setting is striking, the climbing is technical and powerful, and Adam’s calm, analytical approach turns every move into a lesson in problem-solving under pressure. In just a few minutes, you get the full arc—anticipation, execution, and the satisfying moment when a long-held idea finally clicks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNODRFxV6U https://www.youtube.com/embed/OsNODRFxV6U 2019-06-03T15:00:01.000Z 459 436562 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Ox7iU5DjQ9U/e10-lead-day 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ox7iU5DjQ9U/hqdefault.jpg E10 Lead Day Dave MacLeod takes you into the headspace of a serious trad attempt in E10 Lead Day, documenting his push to lead an E10 project when the stakes are high and the margin for error is thin. It’s a short, unvarnished glimpse of what “going for it” really looks like on hard gear: committing moves, real consequence, and the kind of fight that starts long before you leave the ground. What makes this worth watching is the honesty of the process. You see the fall, the reset, and the return to the route with everything on the line, a reminder that progress at the sharp end is rarely clean or cinematic. If you’re drawn to hardest trad climbs, big grades, and the psychological grind behind them, this is a punchy hit of inspiration and realism that lingers after the credits. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ox7iU5DjQ9U https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ox7iU5DjQ9U 2019-10-05T14:54:52.000Z 623 41082 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/OxAZZNkVJ1U/daniel-woods-vs-the-ice-knife-sit-v15-climb-ragin-the-rockies-ep-2 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OxAZZNkVJ1U/hqdefault.jpg Daniel Woods vs The Ice Knife Sit V15 Climb | Ragin' the Rockies Ep. 2 Daniel Woods vs The Ice Knife Sit V15 Climb drops you into a classic man-versus-rock showdown in Colorado’s Guanella Pass, as one of bouldering’s most relentless talents returns to an old nemesis. After sending the higher start earlier in the year, Woods comes back again and again to wrestle with the Ice Knife sit start—V15 and, by his own measure, the hardest boulder he’s ever tried—racing the season as winter creeps in. What makes this episode so watchable is the tension between microscopic movement and massive stakes: shredded skin, split-second precision, and the mental grind of repeated attempts on a razor-hard line. With crisp footage from Bearcam Media and a tight 5-minute runtime, it’s a concentrated dose of elite bouldering—perfect for CouchClimbs when you want big commitment, high difficulty, and a front-row seat to what “hardest yet” really looks like. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxAZZNkVJ1U https://www.youtube.com/embed/OxAZZNkVJ1U 2013-12-19T00:27:49.000Z 328 156806 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/P7gyeDLJ6VY/caroline-ciavaldini-impresses-yuji-hirayama-with-her-redpoint-game 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/P7gyeDLJ6VY/hqdefault.jpg Caroline Ciavaldini Impresses Yuji Hirayama With Her Redpoint Game In this short EpicTV episode, Caroline Ciavaldini joins Yuji Hirayama and the crew in Saint-Léger-du-Ventoux, southeastern France, for a session on steep, overhung limestone where precision and persistence matter as much as power. As the “Wine Dine Climb” series wraps up, the focus turns to redpoint tactics, composure on hard sequences, and the kind of performance that earns respect from one of climbing’s most revered masters. It’s worth watching for the mix of high-level effort and genuine stoke: Yuji’s smooth send of Le Concept (8b+) sets the tone, then Caroline’s determined redpoint of Leviathan (8b+) delivers the payoff—complete with “guru” praise that feels earned. If you love seeing how elite climbers manage rests, recover on the wall, and keep the head game together when the route bites back, this is a quick hit of motivation from a legendary limestone venue. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7gyeDLJ6VY https://www.youtube.com/embed/P7gyeDLJ6VY 2016-05-10T11:48:59.000Z 381 34217 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/P8iadf0izcQ/chris-sharma-pachamama-5-15 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/P8iadf0izcQ/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma - Pachamama 5.15 Chris Sharma - Pachamama 5.15 drops you into the limestone cliffs of Oliana, Spain, where Sharma is locked in on a cutting-edge first ascent attempt at the 5.15 grade. In this short excerpt from Big Up Productions’ Progression, you’ll see the quiet routines, the trial-and-error, and the razor-thin margin between “almost” and “done,” with Daila Ojeda and the scene around Oliana adding texture to the moment. What makes it worth your time is the raw look at progression when the climbing is at its absolute limit: microscopic holds, precise body positions, and the mental reset required after every slip. It’s not just a highlight reel—it’s a snapshot of elite sport climbing as a problem-solving process, where patience and belief matter as much as strength, and every move feels like a small wager against gravity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8iadf0izcQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/P8iadf0izcQ 2009-07-31T06:16:20.000Z 459 815105 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/PC00uLYXcKw/decided-5-8b 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PC00uLYXcKw/hqdefault.jpg 【瑞牆】Decided 5段(8B+) High on the granite of Mt. Mizugaki, Ryuichi Murai sets his sights on “Decided,” a demanding 5-dan problem graded 8B+. In just six and a half minutes, this sharp, focused film drops you into the meticulous world of elite bouldering—where every micro-edge matters, every body position is tested, and commitment is the difference between sliding off and sticking the move. What makes this worth watching is the clarity of the process: the quiet evaluation, the precise rehearsal, and the moment it all clicks on a line that refuses anything less than full control. It’s a compact hit of inspiration for climbers and non-climbers alike—equal parts power and poise—set against the rugged beauty of Mizugaki and driven by a clean, energetic soundtrack that keeps the tension building to the send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PC00uLYXcKw https://www.youtube.com/embed/PC00uLYXcKw 2019-04-05T09:16:42.000Z 390 32928 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/PEef_C541CM/chris-sharmas-black-pearl-the-first-ascent 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PEef_C541CM/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma's Black Pearl - The First Ascent Chris Sharma returns to the waterline for a historic first ascent: Black Pearl, one of his hardest deep water solo routes, climbed above the blue of Mallorca. This is pure commitment—no rope, no margin—just movement, exposure, and the sound of the sea below. What makes this film unmissable is the rare, intimate look at a milestone climb as it happens: the decisions, the precision, and the courage it takes to keep trying when the consequences are real. If you love the feeling of high-stakes adventure climbing and the artistry of a master operating at his limit, Black Pearl delivers in nine unforgettable minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEef_C541CM https://www.youtube.com/embed/PEef_C541CM 2025-03-14T19:05:15Z 548 199604 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/PK8AAX-M0Dw/darkest-before-dawn-a-dawn-wall-story 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PK8AAX-M0Dw/hqdefault.jpg Darkest Before Dawn | A Dawn Wall Story Darkest Before Dawn follows Belgian climber Siebe Vanhee as he steps onto one of the most intimidating stages in climbing: Yosemite’s legendary Dawn Wall. It’s a candid look at a first full season of learning, failing, adapting, and returning to the stone—where the challenge isn’t just the moves, but everything that comes with being thousands of feet off the deck. What makes this film pop is its raw, unpolished honesty paired with cinematic big-wall atmosphere: the quiet battles with fear, fatigue, and doubt, the micro-progress that only a wall can teach, and the hypnotic beauty of bodies working on tiny edges in vast space. If you love stories about process over podiums, this is a gripping reminder that breakthroughs are built in the darkest hours before dawn. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PK8AAX-M0Dw https://www.youtube.com/embed/PK8AAX-M0Dw 2023-05-11T14:30:09Z 1157 382461 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/PLd_c4CjG44/tommy-caldwell-climbing-pitch-15-the-dawn-wall 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PLd_c4CjG44/hqdefault.jpg Tommy Caldwell Climbing Pitch 15 | The Dawn Wall In this short, electrifying clip from Patagonia’s Dawn Wall film crew, watch Tommy Caldwell tackle Pitch 15 on Yosemite’s El Capitan—an infamously hard, razor-edged section on the route that he and Kevin Jorgeson would go on to free climb in a historic first ascent. Filmed in the final days of a seven-year effort, this is a focused glimpse into the precision, pain tolerance, and composure required when the rock offers almost nothing and the consequences are enormous. What makes it unmissable is the intimate perspective: four distinct camera angles that let you study every micro-adjustment as Caldwell stands on precarious smears and crimping holds so small and sharp they look unreal, with 1,300 feet of air yawning beneath him. Even if you’ve heard the story, seeing the crux unfold move by move turns legend into lived experience—pure, high-stakes free climbing captured with clarity, tension, and awe. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLd_c4CjG44 https://www.youtube.com/embed/PLd_c4CjG44 2015-01-20T00:22:18.000Z 222 1427277 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/POiBrpixles/uncut-gabriele-moroni-demencia-senil-9a-5-15a 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/POiBrpixles/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Gabriele Moroni - Demencia Senil (9a+/5.15a) Gabriele Moroni has chased one winter ritual since 2014: returning to Margalef with a single obsession in mind—Demencia Senil, the legendary 9a+/5.15a. Uncut: Gabriele Moroni - Demencia Senil follows the Italian powerhouse through that long-brewing goal, culminating in the moment his dream clicks into reality on December 30, 2019. What makes this worth your seven minutes is the raw focus: no detours, just the tension of a world-class route and the patience it demands over years. You’ll feel the razor-thin margins of top-end sport climbing—power, precision, and composure on the edge—set against Margalef’s iconic rock and winter atmosphere, ending with the kind of send that’s equal parts relief, joy, and disbelief. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POiBrpixles https://www.youtube.com/embed/POiBrpixles 2020-01-15T23:21:17.000Z 459 128508 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/PQN2DiEMMhA/la-sportiva-legends-only-2016 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PQN2DiEMMhA/hqdefault.jpg La Sportiva Legends Only 2016 La Sportiva Legends Only 2016 captures the sixth edition of the high-stakes invitational where the world’s strongest boulderers meet under bright lights and louder pressure. With a stacked line-up featuring Jongwon Chon, Rustam Gelmanov, Kokoro Fujii, Alexander Megos, and Jimmy Webb—plus a special appearance from true icon Jerry Moffatt—this is a front-row seat to modern competition climbing at its most intense. What makes it worth watching is the mix of power, precision, and personality that only an event like Legends Only can deliver: unforgiving problems, split-second decisions, and athletes pushing right to the edge of control. Whether you follow the circuit closely or just love seeing impossible moves become reality, this film delivers long, satisfying sequences of attempts, adaptations, and breakthroughs—showing exactly why bouldering is as much about resilience and creativity as it is about strength. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQN2DiEMMhA https://www.youtube.com/embed/PQN2DiEMMhA 2016-11-26T20:33:38.000Z 6091 142961 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/PdLJsqCckpI/bouldering-in-vastervik 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PdLJsqCckpI/hqdefault.jpg Bouldering in Vastervik Travel to Sweden’s Baltic coast for a bouldering-focused adventure in Bouldering in Vastervik from Cameron Maier. Set around 2012 and centered on the granite of Västervik, this film captures the simple, addictive rhythm of hunting for lines, reading blank faces, and turning raw stone into climbable problems—one attempt at a time. What makes it worth watching is the blend of exploration and execution: a grounded look at the process behind new boulders and first ascents, the quiet intensity of repeated tries, and the payoff when the movement finally clicks. Whether you’re here for crisp top-outs, inspiring problem-solving, or the stoke of climbing in a beautiful, unfamiliar zone, it’s a satisfying watch that will leave you itching to get outside and pull hard. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdLJsqCckpI https://www.youtube.com/embed/PdLJsqCckpI 2019-08-06T06:41:53.000Z 2206 4138 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Phl82D57P58/the-north-face-alex-honnold-el-sendero-luminoso 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Phl82D57P58/hqdefault.jpg The North Face: Alex Honnold - El Sendero Luminoso In this short film from The North Face, Alex Honnold takes on El Sendero Luminoso (“The Shining Path”) in El Potrero Chico, Mexico—an enormous 2,500-foot sweep of limestone rising to the summit of El Toro. On January 15, 2014, he commits to the route without a rope, moving for hours with nothing but precision, calm, and total control as the wall drops away beneath him. What makes this worth watching is the rare blend of scale and intimacy: you feel the immensity of the line while the camera stays close enough to catch the small decisions that keep everything together. It’s a gripping look at free soloing’s mental edge—focus, fear management, and flow—framed by stark exposure, clean climbing, and a soundtrack that builds quiet momentum into something unforgettable. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Phl82D57P58 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Phl82D57P58 2014-02-12T23:00:01.000Z 372 8037975 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/PkLKsmZk9ck/panaroma-ep-1 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PkLKsmZk9ck/hqdefault.jpg Panaroma ep 1 Edu Marín, one of the world’s premier sport climbers, teams up with his father “Novato” for a bold mission in the Dolomites: Panaroma on the iconic Tre Cime di Lavaredo. In this first episode, they step onto a towering, overhanging face where cutting-edge difficulty meets big-wall commitment, chasing an 8c line made even more infamous by broken holds on a key 8b+ pitch and years of unanswered attempts. Panaroma ep 1 is worth your time because it’s more than a quick hit of hard climbing—it’s a tight, emotional snapshot of partnership, pressure, and persistence. With the clock ticking and the wall looming, you’ll get a front-row seat to elite movement, high-stakes decision-making, and the rare intensity that comes when family ties and world-class ambition are tested on one of the planet’s great climbs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkLKsmZk9ck https://www.youtube.com/embed/PkLKsmZk9ck 2017-02-20T16:47:06.000Z 284 28292 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/PoyX8z5235c/dean-potter-the-core-rock-climb-slackline-and-highline-in-yosemite-valley 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PoyX8z5235c/hqdefault.jpg Dean Potter : The Core - Rock Climb, Slackline and Highline in Yosemite Valley - Dean Potter: The Core drops you into the heart of Yosemite Valley with one of climbing’s most magnetic and unconventional figures. Blending rock climb, slackline, and highline, the film follows Potter’s wall-to-wall lifestyle—days measured in granite pitches, airy traverses, and the quiet focus it takes to move confidently above the void. From the culture of Camp 4 to the looming shadows of Half Dome and El Capitan, it’s a portrait of a life built around exposure, commitment, and the pull of big stone. What makes this worth watching is the way it captures the full spectrum of Yosemite adventure: the technical precision of free climbing, the mental stillness of highlining, and the sheer audacity of linking iconic objectives in a single day. It’s not just about impressive feats—it’s about the mindset behind them, the discipline required when there’s no room for hesitation, and the rare perspective of someone who treats vertical space as home. If you come for the scenery and stunts, you’ll stay for the intensity, the calm, and the sense of possibility that lingers long after the credits. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoyX8z5235c https://www.youtube.com/embed/PoyX8z5235c 2017-01-18T12:10:21.000Z 2635 178004 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QAuk38mUu1Y/messner-il-film-ita 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QAuk38mUu1Y/hqdefault.jpg Messner Il Film Ita Messner Il Film (Ita) is a feature-length portrait of Reinhold Messner, the restless visionary who helped redefine what it means to go into the mountains. Moving between personal history and high-altitude ambition, the film traces the drive that pulled him from the ridgelines of the Dolomites toward the biggest walls and the highest peaks, where judgment, endurance, and a taste for the unknown become as important as strength. What makes it worth watching is the way it turns legendary ascents into something immediate and human: the thin-air intensity, the stark beauty of remote ranges, and the unglamorous moments when commitment outweighs comfort. Whether you’re a climber or simply drawn to stories of extreme limits, this is a gripping look at risk, resilience, and the kind of passion that keeps calling you upward long after reason says stop. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAuk38mUu1Y https://www.youtube.com/embed/QAuk38mUu1Y 2016-11-23T14:50:50.000Z 6243 58096 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QCvLhskHVQw/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-9 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QCvLhskHVQw/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #9 Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #9 drops you into Adam Ondra’s whirlwind November 2018 journey across the Americas, where quick-hit travel days turn into focused sessions at iconic crags. This short episode centers on Smith Rock, Oregon, following Adam as he warms up on Morning Glory Wall before zeroing in on a serious objective: Assassin (5.14d / 9a). What makes this one worth your four minutes is the contrast—easygoing road-trip momentum colliding with the razor-sharp intensity of trying at your limit. You’ll get a crisp glimpse of Smith Rock’s atmosphere, Ondra’s efficiency on the rock, and that familiar, addictive tension of “one more go” when a route is just hard enough to demand everything. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCvLhskHVQw https://www.youtube.com/embed/QCvLhskHVQw 2018-12-16T09:51:26.000Z 239 90983 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QJQYW3SaMbw/patagonia-dreamin-a-video-from-arcteryx-and-alias-cinema 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QJQYW3SaMbw/hqdefault.jpg Patagonia Dreamin' - a video from Arc'teryx and Alias Cinema Patagonia Dreamin’ follows Arc’teryx athletes Jason Kruk and Marc-André Leclerc as they leave the familiar granite of Squamish, Canada and head to El Chaltén, Argentina, drawn by the legendary spires of the Torre massif. In just over eight minutes, the film captures the magnetism of Patagonia—where ambition isn’t just about the summit, but about showing up again and again to a landscape that rarely offers anything easy. What makes it worth watching is its distilled sense of purpose: the push and pull between big objectives and the realities of wind, ice, and relentless storms. With crisp cinematography from Alias Cinema and the raw drama of constantly shifting mountain conditions, it’s a short, motivating hit of adventure that reminds you why climbers keep dreaming about Patagonia long after they’ve come home. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJQYW3SaMbw https://www.youtube.com/embed/QJQYW3SaMbw 2014-05-20T23:13:24.000Z 514 349101 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QQfNvTGVbqY/paul-robinson-battles-the-nest-and-trieste-in-red-rocks 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QQfNvTGVbqY/hqdefault.jpg Paul Robinson Battles The Nest and Trieste in Red Rocks Follow prAna ambassador Paul Robinson on a focused two-week bouldering mission through Red Rocks, Nevada, where confidence, creativity, and commitment collide on some of the area’s most iconic lines. From the airy walls of Black Velvet Canyon to the rugged blocs of First Creek, Robinson stacks attempts and stories as he hunts down hard-earned progress—flashing the spooky Abaddon (V11) and stepping up to bigger goals that have been brewing for years. What makes this short film so satisfying is the arc: quick precision on a flash, gritty problem-solving on elite testpieces, and the payoff of finishing a long-standing project. You’ll see Robinson claim the third ascent of The Nest (V15), then complete and name Trieste (V14), a line that captures the stubborn patience behind cutting-edge bouldering. With a lighter side quest at Kraft—his fiancée taking on the pumpy Orange Top Blue Sky (V8)—it’s a punchy, inspiring watch that delivers both high-stakes sends and the human rhythm of a climbing trip. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQfNvTGVbqY https://www.youtube.com/embed/QQfNvTGVbqY 2014-03-07T23:50:46.000Z 563 79005 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QUMHPnV8qz0/slovak-direct-denali-houseman-bullock 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QUMHPnV8qz0/hqdefault.jpg Slovak Direct, Denali - Houseman/Bullock Slovak Direct, Denali - Houseman/Bullock follows Andy Houseman and Nick Bullock on a rare ascent of the legendary Slovak Direct, carving a line up Denali’s immense South Face. Over four committed days high on North America’s tallest peak, the film captures the scale of Alaska’s big-mountain environment and the headspace required to keep moving when retreat stops being a simple option. What makes this one worth your time is its raw, grounded sense of commitment: long days, relentless exposure, and the quiet intensity of two climbers problem-solving in a place that doesn’t forgive mistakes. If you’re drawn to hard mixed climbing, expedition reality, and the kind of focus that only comes when everything is on the line, this is a compact hit of Denali seriousness that stays with you after the credits. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUMHPnV8qz0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/QUMHPnV8qz0 2012-09-26T06:45:09.000Z 1248 303491 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QV4t7qMxcc0/31-system-training 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QV4t7qMxcc0/hqdefault.jpg 31 System Training In 31 System Training, Neil Gresham breaks down the essentials of “system training” in a tight, practical masterclass from Crux Films. Using the idea of the system board—symmetrical rows of holds designed for repeating the same movement patterns—he explains how targeted repetition can help climbers isolate weaknesses and build strength for specific goals, from pinch power to movement efficiency. What makes this short film worth your time is its focus and clarity: it’s a no-nonsense introduction to a training method that can deliver measurable results when you’re stuck on a plateau or preparing for a project. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn a session into a purpose-built workout rather than random bouldering, this is a smart, motivating watch that will leave you with simple methods you can apply immediately. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QV4t7qMxcc0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/QV4t7qMxcc0 2016-02-21T14:20:25.000Z 294 25777 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QaiXXPrlwYc/siurana-a-climbing-destination-to-push-your-limits 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QaiXXPrlwYc/hqdefault.jpg Siurana - A Climbing Destination To Push Your Limits Siurana, nestled in the mountains of Catalonia, Spain, is one of the most celebrated sport climbing destinations in the world. This EpicTV destination guide takes viewers through the dramatic limestone walls and overhanging faces that have made Siurana a must-visit location for climbers of all levels, from beginners tackling 5c routes to elite athletes pushing into 9b+ territory across more than 2000 routes in the area. What makes this film worth watching is its honest portrayal of what Siurana has to offer — powerful, pumpy sequences on steep rock packed with demanding crimps and technical movement. Whether you're planning your first climbing trip to Spain or looking for your next hard project, this guide captures the raw appeal of one of Europe's finest crags and gives you a real sense of why climbers keep returning to push their limits on these iconic walls. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaiXXPrlwYc https://www.youtube.com/embed/QaiXXPrlwYc 2021-06-15T13:07:05Z 509 57512 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QckpXxfzgQQ/dave-graham-petrichor-8c-v15-first-ascent 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QckpXxfzgQQ/hqdefault.jpg Dave Graham - Petrichor (8C/V15) First Ascent Dave Graham - Petrichor (8C/V15) First Ascent drops you straight into Rocklands, South Africa, for an uncut look at one of bouldering’s most precise testpieces. In just 90 seconds, the mellow crew captures Graham on his newest addition to the area: a wild, prow-like line that demands total control on small, unforgiving crimps. What makes this film so satisfying is its simplicity—no edits, no distractions, just the tension of a real attempt and the quiet intensity of world-class movement. You can feel the balance shifts, the commitment on razor edges, and the exact moment everything clicks, making it a perfect bite-sized watch for anyone who loves hard bouldering, first ascents, and the artistry of climbing at the limit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QckpXxfzgQQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/QckpXxfzgQQ 2019-10-16T21:39:23.000Z 90 30267 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QeR47AQ05Jo/adam-ondra-2-v16s 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QeR47AQ05Jo/hqdefault.jpg ADAM ONDRA 2 V16s Adam Ondra 2 V16s follows one of the sport’s most inventive and relentless climbers as he takes on two boulder problems at the absolute edge of what’s possible. In this short REEL ROCK film, Ondra sets his sights on Terranova, a wildly unconventional traverse near his home in Brno, Czech Republic, before traveling to Varazze, Italy for Gioia—an iconic Christian Core line that has become a modern benchmark for the world’s hardest bouldering. What makes this worth watching is the rare mix of raw power, problem-solving, and composure required when every move feels like a limit. You’ll see Ondra dissect sequences, adapt to strange body positions and razor-thin margins, and keep pushing when the difference between success and failure is a fraction of a millimeter. It’s a tight, high-intensity glimpse into top-end bouldering where commitment is everything and difficulty is measured not just in grades, but in the courage to try again. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QeR47AQ05Jo https://www.youtube.com/embed/QeR47AQ05Jo 2013-10-07T21:26:43.000Z 676 1717869 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Qfk5gs07JUE/dave-graham-vs-white-noise-8c 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Qfk5gs07JUE/hqdefault.jpg Dave Graham vs White Noise 8C In “Dave Graham vs White Noise 8C,” Cameron Maier tags along with one of bouldering’s most driven innovators as he takes on the razor-edged challenge of White Noise (8C) in Colorado’s wild, high-country granite. Set in the rugged Wild Basin zone, the film captures the simple, obsessive rhythm of hard climbing: hiking into solitude, dialing body positions on microscopic holds, and returning again and again until a sequence finally starts to click. What makes this short watch hit hard is its focus on the real texture of a top-end attempt—quiet tension, careful experimentation, and the thin line between control and chaos when the moves are at the limit. If you love first-ascent energy, Colorado atmosphere, and the uniquely precise style of modern bouldering, this is a tight, satisfying dose of commitment and craft that leaves you itching to get outside. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qfk5gs07JUE https://www.youtube.com/embed/Qfk5gs07JUE 2019-06-12T16:11:50.000Z 471 9002 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Qgt5Y0M_F88/birth-of-the-cool-8b-5-first-ascent 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Qgt5Y0M_F88/hqdefault.jpg 【塩原】Birth of the cool 8B+/5段 First Ascent In the rugged boulders of Shiobara, Japan, Ryuichi Murai takes you into the process behind “Birth of the cool,” a cutting-edge 8B+/V14 (5-dan) problem and its long-awaited first ascent. In just over five minutes, the film captures the atmosphere of winter rock, the precision of modern bouldering, and the quiet intensity of a line that demanded everything on the send day—completed on February 5, 2017. What makes this worth watching is how much it packs into a short runtime: crisp movement, hard-earned progress, and the unmistakable moment when effort turns into execution. Whether you’re a boulderer chasing your next breakthrough or simply curious about what top-end difficulty looks like on real stone, this is a focused hit of motivation—beautiful rock, real commitment, and a reminder that the coolest ascents are born from patience, repetition, and belief. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qgt5Y0M_F88 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Qgt5Y0M_F88 2019-04-20T23:13:27.000Z 315 10026 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QkPSls88GAo/tsu-risuto-a-japanese-rockumentary-film-with-louis-parkinson 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QkPSls88GAo/hqdefault.jpg Tsūrisuto A Japanese Rockumentary Film with Louis Parkinson Tsūrisuto (Tourist) is a fast-paced Japanese rockumentary from filmmaker David Petts, following British boulderer Louis Parkinson as he drops into Japan to sample its unmistakable climbing culture. From the towers and concrete canyons of Tokyo to the wild granite of the Mitzugaki mountains, the film traces a climber-on-the-move story: new rock, new styles, new rituals, and the constant chase for the next line. What makes it worth your 34 minutes is the blend of travel energy and real bouldering substance—clean visuals, a stacked hit list of problems from steady warm-ups to full-throttle testpieces, and that satisfying rhythm of attempts, learning, and breakthroughs. It’s a window into why Japanese climbers are so dialed, a reminder that “tourist” days can still be serious, and a motivating watch for anyone who loves training, skin, and the quiet obsession of getting stronger one session at a time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkPSls88GAo https://www.youtube.com/embed/QkPSls88GAo 2019-09-19T11:30:02.000Z 2082 95660 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QllWNEGBKic/petzl-roctrip-argentina-2012-the-official-movie 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QllWNEGBKic/hqdefault.jpg Petzl RocTrip Argentina 2012 - The official movie Petzl RocTrip Argentina 2012 – The official movie drops you into the windswept Patagonian pampas of Chubut, where the Piedra Parada monolith and the 5-kilometer La Buitrera Canyon rise out of the desert in dramatic fashion. Filmed during the tenth Petzl RocTrip in November 2012, it follows a week-long gathering of climbers from around the world who came together to celebrate new routes, big walls, and the shared pull of movement on stone. What makes this one worth your 22 minutes is the scale and atmosphere: towering cliffs up to 200 meters, a festival-size crew of 1500+ climbers, and the full range of Patagonia’s moods—dust, heat, cold, and relentless wind. It’s part travel film, part community snapshot, and part pure climbing inspiration, capturing that rare mix of hard-earned lines, expansive landscapes, and the electric energy of a place becoming a major destination in real time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QllWNEGBKic https://www.youtube.com/embed/QllWNEGBKic 2013-08-02T13:54:46.000Z 1359 885323 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QtTblK-4GJ4/back-to-the-top-part-2-papichulo-9a 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QtTblK-4GJ4/hqdefault.jpg Back to the Top, Part 2- Papichulo 9a+ Back to the Top, Part 2 – Papichulo 9a+ drops you into the days just before a major breakthrough, as a world-class climber circles one of sport climbing’s most iconic lines and tries to put everything together. In this short, intimate chapter of the Back to the Top journey, you’ll see the restless rhythm of attempts, side missions on neighboring routes, and the raw mindset that comes with chasing a 9a+ when nothing is guaranteed. What makes this worth watching is how honest it feels: not just the send, but the uncertainty, the problem-solving, and the quiet recalibration afterward. It’s a snapshot of the thin margin between success and failure—training, doubt, and belief compressing into a few minutes—capturing the addictive pull of hard climbing and the idea of becoming a “new” climber, one day at a time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtTblK-4GJ4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/QtTblK-4GJ4 2017-06-08T16:17:14Z 247 19995 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QvcRjxPdf60/yuji-hirayama-training-in-the-climbing-gym 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QvcRjxPdf60/hqdefault.jpg Yuji Hirayama 「Training In The Climbing Gym」 平山ユージ「トレーニング」 Step into the training world of Japanese climbing legend Yuji Hirayama in “Training In The Climbing Gym.” In just over five minutes, this bite-sized film from naruto kintoki focuses on the gym-side work that supports big days on real rock: repetition, precision, and the quiet discipline that builds world-class movement. What makes this worth watching is how it reframes “training” as craft. It’s a quick hit of motivation and know-how—perfect if you’re looking for ideas to sharpen your footwork, tighten your body tension, and approach each session with intention. Whether you’re grinding through a plateau or simply curious how an elite climber treats the basics, this short feature will leave you itching to tie in and train smarter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QvcRjxPdf60 https://www.youtube.com/embed/QvcRjxPdf60 2019-07-31T14:40:01.000Z 301 9441 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QwA5MkOYQxU/exclusive-pete-whittaker-without-a-partner-a-film-about-climbing-alone 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QwA5MkOYQxU/hqdefault.jpg EXCLUSIVE: Pete Whittaker, without a partner, a film about climbing alone. In this exclusive short from Five Ten, climber Pete Whittaker steps into a world where there is no belayer, no partner, and no margin for complacency. Built around his rope-solo, all-free push on El Capitan’s Freerider in November 2016, the film offers a focused preview of what it means to commit to big-wall climbing completely alone—managing systems, fatigue, and fear while staying in the flow of hard free climbing for hour after hour. What makes this worth watching is how it pulls back the curtain on a style few climbers truly understand, let alone attempt. With perspective from long-time partner Tom Randall and solo specialist Andy Kirkpatrick, the achievement is put into sharp relief: the quiet complexity behind every move, and the audacity of doing it fast—20 hours and 6 minutes—on one of the world’s most iconic walls. If you’re drawn to big objectives, mental endurance, and the raw honesty of self-reliance, this is a tight, high-stakes watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwA5MkOYQxU https://www.youtube.com/embed/QwA5MkOYQxU 2017-03-07T11:33:18.000Z 362 68481 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QxfFJuQF-SE/rooftown-volume-three 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QxfFJuQF-SE/hqdefault.jpg Rooftown Volume Three Rooftown Volume Three drops you into the sunbaked, mind-bending terrain of Northern Arizona as Matt Gentile hunts down steep, shadowed boulders and the “elusive beasts” that live on them. Guided by Nathaniel Davison’s eye for atmosphere, the film follows Matt through Flagstaff’s otherworldly roofs and shapes—where every feature looks unfamiliar until it clicks, and every attempt becomes a conversation between human intention and the stone. What makes this one worth your 22 minutes is the mood as much as the movement: textured rock, quiet moments of focus, and the electric tension of trying hard on friction-dependent holds. It’s a short, immersive watch that captures bouldering’s best contradictions—precision and chaos, patience and power—while letting the landscape do as much storytelling as the climbing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxfFJuQF-SE https://www.youtube.com/embed/QxfFJuQF-SE 2019-12-04T22:56:38.000Z 1332 29486 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/QzCIWaQSGz0/five-ten-2015-harald-philipp-via-ferrata-on-a-mountain-bike 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QzCIWaQSGz0/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2015 | Harald Philipp | VIA FERRATA on a Mountain Bike VIA FERRATA follows Five Ten athlete Harald Philipp into Italy’s Brenta Dolomites for a wild, genre-bending first: descending a fixed-rope climbing route on a mountain bike. Filmed by Christoph Thoresen and captured from above with drone footage, the film drops you into steep limestone walls, airy traverses, and the unique world where ladders, cables, and exposure turn a “path” into a vertical line. What makes this short worth your time is the sheer novelty and precision of the riding—Harald threads consequential via ferrata terrain with the focus and calm you’d expect from a climber managing exposure, only now on two wheels. In under five minutes it delivers pure alpine atmosphere, crisp aerial perspectives, and that addictive mix of flow and consequence that will have you replaying sections and wondering where the boundary between climbing and riding really ends. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzCIWaQSGz0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/QzCIWaQSGz0 2015-05-04T07:40:48.000Z 281 222094 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/R8fonckprnE/tom-randall-climbs-the-insane-looking-the-kraken-v13 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/R8fonckprnE/hqdefault.jpg Tom Randall climbs the insane-looking The Kraken V13 Tom Randall takes on The Kraken V13, a wildly overhanging 40-foot roof crack at Hartland Quay that looks more like a sci‑fi set piece than a boulder problem. In this short film from teamBMC, Tom talks through the sequence on his Devon Roof Project and what it feels like to commit to moves so violent he genuinely thought something in his arm might “explode with a loud bang.” What makes this worth your five minutes is the mix of pure spectacle and precise craft: the long horizontal reach to a backhander mono, a 270-degree spin, and the fight to latch thin hands and a brutal ring-lock while hanging upside down. If you love crack climbing, power-endurance bouldering, or just watching a master problem-solver stay calm in the steepest terrain imaginable, The Kraken delivers intensity, insight, and inspiration in equal measure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8fonckprnE https://www.youtube.com/embed/R8fonckprnE 2019-04-05T12:56:07.000Z 333 155623 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/R8lZ1mjnMJs/commit-cold-focus 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/R8lZ1mjnMJs/hqdefault.jpg Commit: Cold Focus Commit: Cold Focus drops you into a high-stakes winter mission with ice climber Luka Lundic and filmmaker Cameron Sylvester as they commit to a single, narrow objective: a massive waterfall near the Kafjord Suspension Bridge that only sometimes transforms into a climbable icefall. With limited beta, heavy camera and climbing loads, and a 2.5-hour approach each way, the team hikes into the unknown chasing the rare conditions that could turn a crowded summer landmark into a 120-meter frozen cathedral of caverns and pockets. What makes this short worth your time is how clearly it captures the real cost of “going for it” in the cold: the doubt, the effort, and the razor-thin window where everything has to align. In just a few minutes, it delivers a punchy mix of atmosphere, commitment, and ice-climbing intensity—perfect when you want a quick hit of adventure that still feels earned. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8lZ1mjnMJs https://www.youtube.com/embed/R8lZ1mjnMJs 2015-12-31T17:48:09.000Z 190 103761 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/R8zg2n_OIuQ/lyn-hill-climbs-midnight-lightning 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/R8zg2n_OIuQ/hqdefault.jpg Lyn Hill climbs Midnight Lightning Follow one of climbing’s most iconic figures as Lynn Hill takes on Midnight Lightning in Yosemite’s legendary Camp 4. Filmed in 1998 and shared by Yosemite Photographs, this short bouldering clip captures Hill on the famed problem that helped define modern bouldering in the Valley—an ascent made even more significant by her place as the first woman to climb it. In just a few minutes, you get a crisp, high‑resolution look at the movement, precision, and calm intensity that great bouldering demands: tiny margins, powerful body tension, and total commitment on every attempt. Whether you know the lore of Yosemite granite or you’re simply here for pure climbing craft, this is a quick hit of history and inspiration that’s hard not to replay. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8zg2n_OIuQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/R8zg2n_OIuQ 2008-06-06T17:55:20.000Z 278 173598 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/RB86cNGfhpY/23-slabs-intro 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RB86cNGfhpY/hqdefault.jpg 23 Slabs intro Step into “23 Slabs intro,” a bite-sized welcome to Neil Gresham’s Climbing Masterclass from Crux Films, released in 2016. In under a minute, it sets the tone for a slab-focused journey—where the angle eases off, but the challenge ramps up through balance, footwork, and calm, deliberate movement. Worth watching because slab climbing rewards precision over power, and this intro tees up that mindset perfectly. Expect a quick spark of inspiration that gets you thinking about trust in your feet, subtle body positioning, and the quiet confidence that separates a scrape-and-pray ascent from a smooth, controlled glide up the rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RB86cNGfhpY https://www.youtube.com/embed/RB86cNGfhpY 2016-02-21T13:30:11.000Z 48 26647 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/RDaeTZp4uBI/matty-hong-boulderite 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RDaeTZp4uBI/hqdefault.jpg Matty Hong, Boulderite Matty Hong, Boulderite follows one of the scene’s most compelling climbers through the playful, powerful world of Colorado bouldering. In this short film from Cameron Maier, Matty brings his signature precision and intensity to stone—chasing movement that’s equal parts problem-solving and raw athleticism, with the quiet focus that separates a strong session from something unforgettable. Worth watching for its quick-hit inspiration and grounded, real-climbing feel, the film captures the rhythm of bouldering: the tries, the adjustments, the stubborn lines that finally go down. With first-ascent energy in the mix and that unmistakable Front Range grit, it’s a tight, motivating watch that will make you want to brush a hold, pull on, and commit to the next attempt. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDaeTZp4uBI https://www.youtube.com/embed/RDaeTZp4uBI 2020-03-24T20:43:38.000Z 459 2353 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/RKnEL1CKWrA/ned-feehally-mantel-mastery-blocheads-extra 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RKnEL1CKWrA/hqdefault.jpg Ned Feehally Mantel Mastery - Blocheads Extra Ned Feehally Mantel Mastery – Blocheads Extra drops you straight into the UK’s golden age of bouldering with a focused hit of pure technique. In this short extra from teamBMC and Posing Productions’ award-winning Blocheads world, Ned breaks down “mantel mastery” while working his own problem, Ned Zeppelin (8a), on the iconic gritstone of the Staffordshire Roaches. It’s worth watching for the satisfying blend of cinematic energy and practical insight: body positioning, palm pressure, and the subtle shifts that turn a desperate top-out into a controlled stand. Whether you’re chasing your first proper mantel or just want to see high-end bouldering executed with calm precision, this is a quick, motivating watch that leaves you itching to get outside and try the moves yourself. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKnEL1CKWrA https://www.youtube.com/embed/RKnEL1CKWrA 2016-12-01T14:34:37.000Z 236 6523 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/RMEXoCofcW0/2018-changabang-et-les-miroirs-dune-r-p-tition 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RMEXoCofcW0/hqdefault.jpg 2018 - Changabang et les miroirs d'une répétition En 2018, “Changabang et les miroirs d'une répétition” suit trois alpinistes du Groupe militaire de haute montagne (GMHM) lancés dans une tentative rare et exigeante : répéter la mythique face nord du Changabang, dans l’Himalaya indien. À 6864 mètres, la montagne n’a rien d’un “petit” sommet : sa réputation s’est construite sur des ascensions épiques, des drames, et une paroi de mille mètres qui ne pardonne pas. Dans une fenêtre météo minuscule, l’équipe s’engage en style alpin, avec ce que cela implique de vitesse, d’autonomie et d’incertitude. Ce film vaut le détour parce qu’il ne se contente pas de raconter une performance : il interroge la vérité intime d’une répétition. Revivre une ligne déjà ouverte, est-ce moins intense, moins risqué, moins grand ? Entre technique en terrain mixte, altitude, cascade de glace et décisions sous pression, on assiste à une aventure tendue où chaque longueur est un dialogue avec le doute, la fierté et la peur. Un récit pour qui aime l’alpinisme sans fard, les montagnes chargées d’histoires, et ces instants où l’engagement devient un miroir. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMEXoCofcW0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/RMEXoCofcW0 2020-03-17T21:42:23.000Z 3151 45830 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/RaBuNFl1mJM/wolfgang-gullich-vs-patrick-edlinger-1989 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RaBuNFl1mJM/hqdefault.jpg Wolfgang GULLICH vs Patrick EDLINGER, 1989 A rare late-’80s snapshot of climbing at full throttle, Wolfgang Güllich vs Patrick Edlinger (1989) sets two icons side by side at a moment when sport climbing was exploding in difficulty and style. In under six minutes, this short film captures the aura of the era: bold movement, crisp footwork, and the quiet intensity that defined both Güllich’s revolutionary training-driven power and Edlinger’s elegant, controlled flow on steep rock. What makes it worth watching is the contrast—different temperaments, different rhythm, the same uncompromising commitment—and how much climbing history is packed into such a brief run time. It’s a quick hit of inspiration that reminds you why legends become legends: not just for the grades, but for the way they move, the way they focus, and the way they make impossible sequences look inevitable. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaBuNFl1mJM https://www.youtube.com/embed/RaBuNFl1mJM 2009-07-29T14:37:13.000Z 354 170680 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/RkS-082GcdE/crackoholic-the-climbingmovie 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RkS-082GcdE/hqdefault.jpg Crackoholic - The climbingmovie Crackoholic – The climbingmovie dives into the granite dreamscape of Bohuslän on Sweden’s wild west coast, a place of laser-cut corners, sharp arêtes, and endless splitter cracks that has quietly become one of Europe’s great trad playgrounds. Through a mix of history and hard climbing, the film traces the scene from the bandana-and-EB days of the 1970s to today’s climbers raising the standard, meeting the locals and legends who shaped the area and the culture that grew around naturally protected climbing. What makes Crackoholic so gripping is how it balances beautiful, technical crack climbing with the human reasons behind it: why people choose gear, uncertainty, and consequence when easier options exist. With appearances and additional footage from the likes of Leo Houlding and Neil Gresham, it’s a full-bodied love letter to granite and commitment—packed with classic lines, strong personalities, and that familiar trad headspace where focus has to beat fear, because the rock doesn’t forgive daydreaming. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkS-082GcdE https://www.youtube.com/embed/RkS-082GcdE 2018-01-20T05:30:28.000Z 5565 82977 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/RnGf69g6Igc/one-summer-bouldering-in-the-peak-in-1994 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RnGf69g6Igc/hqdefault.jpg One Summer - Bouldering in the Peak in 1994 Travel back to the Peak District in 1994 for a close, unpolished look at bouldering’s golden era. One Summer follows Ben Moon through a season of gritstone and limestone sessions across iconic venues like Stanage Edge, Stoney Middleton, Raven Tor, Crag X, and the School Room, with cameos from Jerry Moffat and the scene that shaped modern hard climbing. From classic traverses to benchmark testpieces, it captures the rhythm of days spent chasing sequences, conditions, and that one perfect try. What makes this film essential is how quietly authentic it feels: no hype, just real attempts, real conversation, and the raw standards of the early ’90s. Watching Moon work problems like Ben’s Extension, Pinch 2, and Pump Up The Stamina is a reminder that cutting-edge bouldering is built on patience, precision, and obsession—and the Peak’s rough textures and steep caves provide the perfect stage. If you love climbing history or want to see where today’s bouldering mindset came from, this is a time capsule worth sinking into. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnGf69g6Igc https://www.youtube.com/embed/RnGf69g6Igc 2017-05-22T14:33:23.000Z 3288 1366 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Rx6GPpO37C4/the-north-face-presents-alphane 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Rx6GPpO37C4/hqdefault.jpg The North Face presents: ALPHANE The North Face presents: ALPHANE drops you into Switzerland with a stacked crew chasing the sharp end of modern bouldering. At the center is Shawn Raboutou’s quest to unlock Alphane—his landmark ascent and a bold proposal of 9a on a boulder, pushing what’s imaginable at the very top. Across nearly 50 minutes, the film blends tight storytelling with full-value sessions on some of the most iconic and brutal lines—Dreamtime, Mystic River, Fight Club, and more—building toward the two-part Alphane finale. Big attempts, real consequences, and a relentless standard of movement make this one a must-watch for anyone who loves cutting-edge first ascents and the mindset it takes to commit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rx6GPpO37C4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Rx6GPpO37C4 2022-08-22T16:00:04Z 2827 1002013 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/RyX5NQBPs34/jimmy-webb-contagion 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RyX5NQBPs34/hqdefault.jpg Jimmy Webb - Contagion Join Jimmy Webb for a quick hit of high-quality spring bouldering in South Lake Tahoe, California in Contagion. In just over four minutes, the film drops you into crisp granite, snappy movement, and that electric moment when conditions line up and every attempt feels possible—featuring Jimmy alongside Roman Yalowitz. Worth watching for its pure, no-frills stoke: clean lines, efficient power, and the kind of pacing that makes you want to pull on immediately. Whether you’re chasing your next project or just craving a dose of calm, focused climbing, Contagion delivers a compact burst of motivation and a reminder that the best sessions are often the simplest. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyX5NQBPs34 https://www.youtube.com/embed/RyX5NQBPs34 2020-06-08T18:45:53Z 243 23151 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/RzCrOg_oTfs/rocklands-2016 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RzCrOg_oTfs/hqdefault.jpg Rocklands 2016 Rocklands 2016 drops you into South Africa’s bouldering playground, where sun-baked sandstone, crisp skies, and endless lines set the stage for a compact hit of climbing travel and problem-solving. Guided by Ryuichi Murai’s eye, the film captures the rhythm of a Rocklands session: scouting holds, dialing sequences, and committing to powerful moves on iconic blocs. What makes it worth your time is the feeling it delivers in under twenty minutes—pure momentum, clean visuals, and that addictive mix of precision and grit that bouldering demands. Whether you’ve dreamed of Rocklands or just want a quick dose of inspiring movement, this is the kind of short film that leaves you itching to chalk up, step onto a new problem, and try one more time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzCrOg_oTfs https://www.youtube.com/embed/RzCrOg_oTfs 2016-09-22T03:25:16.000Z 1047 40106 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/S247ARFXFqc/the-king-line 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/S247ARFXFqc/hqdefault.jpg The King Line The King Line is a fast, wintry hit of alpine adventure from Pablo Brea, following a ski approach to Rocca Castello in Italy’s Val Maira before trading skins for rock on the south-east wall. With Lorenzo Vola and Brea moving light and focused, the film traces the most direct line to the summit—straight up through cold air, steep terrain, and the kind of commitment that defines winter climbing in the Alps. Worth watching for its crisp, no-wasted-moments energy, The King Line captures the satisfying blend of ski mountaineering and free climbing that turns an approach into part of the ascent. It’s a quick burst of mountain atmosphere—exposure, precision, and that final push to the top—perfect when you want a dose of inspiration that feels earned rather than staged. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S247ARFXFqc https://www.youtube.com/embed/S247ARFXFqc 2018-04-12T09:00:01.000Z 93 279 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/S6floyyDP-w/adam-ondra-just-do-it-5-14c-8c-onsight-uncut-footage-vlog-10-bonus 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/S6floyyDP-w/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra - Just Do It, 5.14c (8c+) onsight - uncut footage - vlog #10 BONUS Adam Ondra - Just Do It, 5.14c (8c+) onsight - uncut footage - vlog #10 BONUS drops you into Smith Rock, Oregon for a rare, real-time look at one of the sport’s most iconic routes. In this bonus episode from Adam Ondra’s 2018 USA/Chile trip, the camera stays rolling as he attempts to onsight Just Do It—an ambition he’s carried since childhood—now finally facing the line at 25 with the weight of its history on his shoulders. What makes this worth your time is the uncut format: no quick edits, no skipped rests, just the full fight from the first moves to the final uncertainty. You’ll feel the pressure of onsight climbing at the limit, watch the micro-decisions that keep an attempt alive, and hear the kind of stoke that only comes from doing it “in the best style possible”—especially with route-bolter Alan Watts there to witness the battle. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6floyyDP-w https://www.youtube.com/embed/S6floyyDP-w 2018-12-23T14:36:58.000Z 1279 411422 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SHzzm8QbhAY/black-diamond-presents-sean-bailey-goes-a-muerte-in-spain-on-joe-mama-9a-5-15a 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SHzzm8QbhAY/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond Presents: Sean Bailey Goes “A Muerte” in Spain on Joe Mama 9a+ (5.15a) Sean “Steezy” Bailey heads to Oliana, Spain in this short Black Diamond Presents film, trading the intensity of the World Cup circuit for the singular pressure of a 5.15. With Daniel Woods framing the weight of the grade and Bearcam behind the lens, the story follows Bailey as he locks onto Joe Mama (9a+/5.15a) and chases that razor-thin margin where confidence, nerves, and precision collide. What makes this worth your eight minutes is the honesty of the process: the quiet build of attempts, the calculated rest, and the mental battle that comes with “heavy numbers.” It’s a focused portrait of modern sport climbing at its limit—power, tactics, and commitment on a mega line—capturing the fleeting moment when everything finally clicks and the barrier breaks again. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHzzm8QbhAY https://www.youtube.com/embed/SHzzm8QbhAY 2019-11-12T15:19:22.000Z 497 50693 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SI2e5BMe404/frictionlabs-pro-alex-puccio-cranks-new-base-line-v14-8b-and-riverbed-v13-8b 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SI2e5BMe404/hqdefault.jpg FrictionLabs Pro Alex Puccio cranks New Base Line, V14 (8b+) and Riverbed, V13 (8b)! FrictionLabs follows powerhouse boulderer Alex Puccio on a quick-hit trip to Switzerland’s Magic Wood, where she sets her sights on Bernd Zangerl’s notorious New Base Line (V14/8b+) and the classic Riverbed (V13/8b). Shot during her 2017 competition season, the film captures Puccio looking fit, focused, and fired up as she tests herself on steep granite and razor-edged sequences, delivering new footage with an unfiltered, high-stoke vibe. This is a must-watch if you love seeing elite climbers solve hard problems in real time: the close calls, the adjustments, the building momentum, and the final send payoffs. Beyond the grades, it’s a window into what it takes to convert power and precision under pressure—plus a reminder of Puccio’s place in history as one of the few women to climb V14. Tight editing, strong music, and two iconic lines in one session make this a perfect hit of inspiration for your next project. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SI2e5BMe404 https://www.youtube.com/embed/SI2e5BMe404 2018-05-30T16:02:30.000Z 634 160168 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SJ9SZm0pjLo/summer-sends-shawn-raboutou-daniel-woods-and-giuliano-cameroni 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SJ9SZm0pjLo/hqdefault.jpg Summer SENDS - Shawn Raboutou, Daniel Woods and Giuliano Cameroni Summer Sends follows three of the world's strongest boulderers — Shawn Raboutou, Daniel Woods, and Giuliano Cameroni — on an ambitious summer road trip through Ceuse and the Swiss Alps. Over the course of the journey, the trio ticks and establishes a remarkable string of problems, including multiple first ascents ranging from 7C+ all the way up to the monstrous 8C+ Fuck The System. What makes this film essential viewing is the rare combination of raw power, precision, and friendship on display across stunning alpine backdrops. Watching three climbers of this caliber push each other through cutting-edge first ascents in remote Swiss landscapes is as inspiring as it gets — whether you're a seasoned crusher or someone just falling in love with the sport. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJ9SZm0pjLo https://www.youtube.com/embed/SJ9SZm0pjLo 2023-02-08T16:50:57Z 1157 174752 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SM70wIKPQps/steve-mcclure-greatness-wall-e10-7a 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SM70wIKPQps/hqdefault.jpg Steve McClure: GreatNess Wall (E10 7a) Steve McClure: GreatNess Wall (E10 7a) is a short, high-impact film from UKClimbing following one of Britain’s most accomplished climbers on a fierce testpiece at Nesscliffe. Filmed by Keith Sharples, it captures McClure on a plum-vertical 18-metre face climb split by a horizontal break and a lonely, preplaced thread that marks the point of no return. What makes it unmissable is the feeling of constant commitment: poor footholds, quick hand movements between marginal edges, and tense foot swaps where a slip means you’re instantly airborne. The camera stays close to the action, turning a few minutes of climbing into a masterclass in precision under pressure—pure E10 atmosphere, right down to the final move where the fall would look “far better” than the photo. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SM70wIKPQps https://www.youtube.com/embed/SM70wIKPQps 2019-06-10T09:46:37.000Z 445 130820 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SRDjKZeV-JA/dave-macleod-bouldering-in-glen-nevis-taken-from-the-climbing-film-committed-vol 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SRDjKZeV-JA/hqdefault.jpg Dave MacLeod Bouldering in Glen Nevis, (Taken from the climbing film Committed Vol II) Dave MacLeod Bouldering in Glen Nevis drops you into one of Scotland’s most dramatic mountain backdrops as MacLeod goes to work on the Skeleton Boulder. Lifted from Hot Aches Productions’ Committed Vol II, this short segment captures the focused, methodical rhythm of bouldering in the wild—no crowd, no noise, just rock, weather, and a climber intent on solving the problem. It’s worth watching for the way it compresses a full bouldering session into six minutes of pure process: reading the line, dialing body positions, committing to hard moves, and returning again with small refinements until everything clicks. If you love seeing elite strength paired with patience and creativity—especially on steep, natural granite in a real mountain setting—this is a quick hit of motivation that leaves you itching to get outside. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRDjKZeV-JA https://www.youtube.com/embed/SRDjKZeV-JA 2012-05-19T11:54:53Z 363 5971 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SZ9f0rfBcgg/vintage-rock-tour-la-rose-et-le-vampire-8b-seb-bouin 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SZ9f0rfBcgg/hqdefault.jpg Vintage Rock Tour - La Rose et le Vampire 8b - Seb Bouin Step into the limestone history of Buoux with Seb Bouin as he takes on “La Rose et le Vampire” (8b), a legendary test piece originally set by Antoine Le Menestrel. This short, uncut highlight captures Bouin on the route’s iconic sequences and celebrates a cornerstone moment from the Vintage Rock Tour stop in one of France’s most storied crags. What makes this worth watching is its raw simplicity: no distractions, just precise movement, tension, and the unmistakable atmosphere of a climb with a reputation. In a few minutes you get a concentrated hit of vintage sport-climbing spirit—subtle body positioning, commitment on thin holds, and the kind of composed effort that shows why certain lines become myth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZ9f0rfBcgg https://www.youtube.com/embed/SZ9f0rfBcgg 2020-04-16T11:58:07.000Z 199 20791 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SZNpaE0aJbc/giuliano-and-charles-in-fontainebleau 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SZNpaE0aJbc/hqdefault.jpg Giuliano and Charles in Fontainebleau Giuliano and Charles in Fontainebleau drops you into the quiet magic of the Bleau forest with Giuliano Camaroni and Charles Albert—the legendary barefoot climber—as they make the most of a rare week of crisp friction and perfect conditions. Set in France’s sandstone playground in February 2018, the film follows Giuliano on a tear through the trees while Charles roams between old favorites and newer testpieces, always with an eye on a looming, futuristic project. What makes this one worth your time is the contrast: Giuliano’s flowing momentum against Charles’s playful, almost animal ease on stone, all framed by the mellow rhythm of a session in the woods. Expect beautiful movement, subtle technique, and that Fontainebleau blend of power, balance, and precision where every smear counts—an easy watch that still leaves you itching to pull on holds. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZNpaE0aJbc https://www.youtube.com/embed/SZNpaE0aJbc 2018-11-30T01:31:55.000Z 657 76316 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SbWvFjUIt5k/rotpunkt-alex-megos-and-the-advent-the-agony-and-the-art-of-the-redpoint 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SbWvFjUIt5k/hqdefault.jpg Rotpunkt | Alex Megos and the Advent, the Agony and the Art of the Redpoint Rotpunkt follows German phenom Alex Megos as he chases the razor-thin edge between breakthrough and burnout, tracing what it really takes to climb at the very top. Set against the steep limestone of Frankenjura and the sun-baked walls of Margalef, the film captures a season of relentless redpoint attempts—where every move is rehearsed, every fall is a lesson, and the difference between “almost” and “sent” can feel impossibly small. What makes this worth watching is how honestly it treats the process: not as a highlight reel, but as a portrait of ambition built on patience, pain, and craft. With appearances from icons like Chris Sharma and fellow 9b+ hunters like Stefano Ghisolfi, it becomes a wider meditation on modern sport climbing—how obsession can sharpen into art, how confidence is earned, and why the hardest part of a climb often happens long before the chains. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbWvFjUIt5k https://www.youtube.com/embed/SbWvFjUIt5k 2019-11-17T16:58:16.000Z 3027 1782711 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SlUw8X7xuq0/burden-of-dreams-will-bosi-bouldering-in-finland-adidas-terrex 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SlUw8X7xuq0/hqdefault.jpg Burden Of Dreams | Will Bosi Bouldering In Finland | adidas TERREX​ Burden of Dreams follows Will Bosi on his obsessive quest to climb what many consider the hardest boulder problem in the world — the Burden of Dreams in Lappnor, Finland. First climbed by Nalle Hukkataival in 2016, the V17 problem had repelled every challenger for seven years. Bosi's journey begins in Sheffield, where he trained on a 3D-printed replica of the holds, methodically building the strength and precision needed before ever setting foot in Finland. What makes this film compelling is the rare combination of raw ambition and meticulous preparation it documents. Over three weeks at the boulder, Bosi dissects each movement with surgical focus, and the film captures both the grinding frustration and the electrifying moment on April 12, 2023, when he finally sends. It is a masterclass in high-level bouldering and mental fortitude — essential viewing for anyone who wants to understand what it takes to climb at the absolute limit of human possibility. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlUw8X7xuq0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/SlUw8X7xuq0 2023-06-06T18:00:08Z 1133 611438 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SljzolQ7rek/la-sportiva-legends-only-2015 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SljzolQ7rek/hqdefault.jpg La Sportiva - Legends Only 2015 La Sportiva - Legends Only 2015 captures an electric night of competition climbing, bringing together some of the sport’s most exciting talents in a showcase built for big moves, bold attempts, and fearless problem solving. Presented by Klättercentret and La Sportiva, the event’s “best of the best” line-up features Anna Stöhr, Juliane Wurm, Shauna Coxsey, Melissa Le Nevé, and Janja Garnbret—athletes who helped define an era and hint at what the future of climbing would become. This extended 2h 20m watch is a deep dive into the rhythm of elite bouldering: reading sequences under pressure, adapting on the fly, and finding the fine balance between power, precision, and creativity. Whether you’re here to study movement, soak up the arena atmosphere, or simply watch world-class climbers push into the unknown, Legends Only delivers the kind of focused intensity and standout performances that keep you hooked from the first pull to the final top. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SljzolQ7rek https://www.youtube.com/embed/SljzolQ7rek 2015-11-28T21:19:25.000Z 8420 183294 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/So3vH9FY2H4/the-1996-disaster-storm-over-everest-pbs-documentary 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/So3vH9FY2H4/hqdefault.jpg The 1996 Disaster · STORM OVER EVEREST · PBS Documentary On May 10–11, 1996, a sudden storm turned Everest’s summit push into a desperate fight for survival. Storm Over Everest revisits that day through the eyes of renowned climber and filmmaker David Breashears, who returns to the mountain to reconstruct what happened when multiple teams were trapped high above Camp 4 in a brutal blizzard. More than a disaster chronicle, this film digs into the split-second decisions, exhaustion, and thin margins that define high-altitude mountaineering. With a clear, step-by-step account of the descent into the death zone—and the human stories behind the headlines—it’s a gripping watch that leaves you thinking about risk, leadership, and what it really costs to stand on top of the world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=So3vH9FY2H4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/So3vH9FY2H4 2021-04-02T14:00:07Z 6059 6726941 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SpfIEes3lnw/jade 1970-01-14 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SpfIEes3lnw/hqdefault.jpg Jade Jade drops you into a short, high-intensity session with Daniel Woods as he works out the first ascent of an old Dave Graham project in the wild granite of Rocky Mountain National Park. Centered on the boulder problem “Jade” (V15), the film captures the focus, patience, and precision it takes to turn a long-standing idea into a real line. What makes it worth watching is the way it distills cutting-edge bouldering into a few gripping minutes: subtle body positions, razor-thin margins, and the calm commitment behind every attempt. Whether you’re chasing your own projects or just love seeing climbing at its absolute limit, Jade delivers that rare mix of power, problem-solving, and raw mountain atmosphere that stays with you after the final top-out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpfIEes3lnw https://www.youtube.com/embed/SpfIEes3lnw 2007-07-01T18:51:42.000Z 264 214063 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SrVJ1oX_Sss/directe-am-ricaine-face-ouest-des-drus-chamonix-mont-blanc-montagne-escalade-alp 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SrVJ1oX_Sss/hqdefault.jpg Directe Américaine Face Ouest des Drus Chamonix Mont-Blanc montagne escalade alpinisme High above Chamonix in the Mont-Blanc massif, this film follows the legendary “Directe Américaine” on the west face of the Drus—an alpine line synonymous with steep granite, big-wall commitment, and historic first ascents. Shot in summer conditions, it traces the climb toward the junction with the Pierre Allain route on the north face of the Petit Dru, evoking the scale and seriousness of a 1000-meter itinerary where route-finding, exposure, and technique are inseparable. What makes this worth watching is the sheer character of the Drus: clean, imposing rock architecture, the famous 90-meter dihedral, and a sense of moving through a living piece of climbing history once touched by Hemming and Robbins. With concise, on-the-wall storytelling and a focus on terrain rather than theatrics, it’s a satisfying window into classic alpinism—part tribute, part mountain lesson, and a reminder of why these great faces still command respect. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrVJ1oX_Sss https://www.youtube.com/embed/SrVJ1oX_Sss 2018-08-31T22:23:42.000Z 1267 92946 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/SxuSCtm2htA/pic-saint-loup 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SxuSCtm2htA/hqdefault.jpg Pic Saint Loup At the sun-baked limestone of Pic Saint Loup in the South of France, this short film follows two of the sport’s most compelling climbers: Nina Caprez and Cédric Lachat. With the camera close on chalked hands and precise footwork, Nina takes on Hélix (8c+) while Cédric battles Staphylocoque (9a+), revisiting the routes they recently sent redpoint—now with the pressure of doing it clean, again, on demand. What makes Pic Saint Loup worth your ten minutes is its pure focus on movement, effort, and the quiet intensity that lives between clips. You’ll feel the rhythm of sport climbing at the limit: the pauses that aren’t rests, the recalculations mid-sequence, the small wins that build toward the chains. It’s a crisp hit of high-end limestone climbing—equal parts inspiration and reminder that the hardest lines are earned one controlled breath at a time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxuSCtm2htA https://www.youtube.com/embed/SxuSCtm2htA 2014-06-13T04:53:12.000Z 647 180638 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/T-aGCGMcBN0/bd-athlete-seb-bouin-move 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/T-aGCGMcBN0/hqdefault.jpg BD Athlete Seb Bouin: MOVE Seb Bouin travels far from home to take on a daunting challenge: Move (9b/9b+) in Flatanger, Norway. In this short Black Diamond film, we follow Seb as he weighs what distance really costs—beyond the difficulty of the climbing itself—while he commits to what he calls the “logical next step” in his progression. MOVE is worth watching because it’s as much about the head game as it is about hard rock. You’ll get a tight, motivating glimpse into what it takes to stay focused when conditions, travel, and doubt chip away at momentum, and how big routes can demand personal growth along with power and precision. If you love modern sport climbing, big ambitions, and the quiet grind behind breakthrough days, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-aGCGMcBN0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/T-aGCGMcBN0 2018-03-20T08:32:26Z 495 138516 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/T3SFj7SoLi8/opera-vertical 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/T3SFj7SoLi8/hqdefault.jpg Opera Vertical Opera Vertical is a compact, atmospheric climbing film centered on Patrick Edlinger, one of the sport’s most iconic and influential figures. Set against soaring limestone and the quiet intensity of committed movement, it captures the feeling of climbing as performance—equal parts precision, imagination, and nerve—where every sequence on the wall reads like a phrase in a larger composition. What makes it worth your time is the way it pulls you into Edlinger’s mindset: the calm before leaving the ground, the confidence in body position, and the unmistakable style that helped define a generation. At just under half an hour, it’s an easy watch with lasting impact—an inspiring window into elegant, high-standard rock climbing that still feels fresh, and a reminder of why the best climbers look like they’re not fighting the stone, but conversing with it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3SFj7SoLi8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/T3SFj7SoLi8 2013-06-22T14:47:45.000Z 1619 131598 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/TKgDgn3wPlw/jimmy-webb-and-brian-antheunisse-lincoln-lake 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TKgDgn3wPlw/hqdefault.jpg Jimmy Webb and Brian Antheunisse @ Lincoln Lake High in Colorado’s rugged Lincoln Lake zone, Jimmy Webb and Brian Antheunisse head out for a crisp bouldering session captured by Cameron Maier. In just over nine minutes, this short film drops you into that “’tis the season” window when friction is prime, the pads are strapped on tight, and every block looks like it might hide a new line. What makes it worth your time is the pure, unfiltered feel of a day chasing hard movement: scouting landings, dialing sequences, committing to powerful attempts, and savoring the small victories that add up to a send. Whether you’re here for the names, the first-ascent energy, or simply a hit of Colorado granite stoke, it’s a quick watch that delivers big motivation—and will have you itching to get outside. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKgDgn3wPlw https://www.youtube.com/embed/TKgDgn3wPlw 2019-07-09T18:48:22.000Z 548 6261 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/TMIIffUMV8g/sleepwalker-8c-v16-first-ascent 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TMIIffUMV8g/hqdefault.jpg Sleepwalker (8C+/V16) First Ascent Sleepwalker (8C+/V16) First Ascent drops you into the cold, focused grind of elite bouldering as Jimmy Webb, Daniel Woods, and Keenan Takahashi square up to one of the hardest remaining projects in the United States. Across 11 days of effort, the crew returns again and again to the same razor-thin sequence—testing skin, strength, and belief—until December 15, 2018, when Webb finally links it all for the first ascent and proposes 8C+/V16. What makes this one hit is the contrast between the simplicity of the goal and the brutality of the details: tiny adjustments, failed links, and the quiet pressure that builds as a line turns from “possible” to “must be done.” It’s a short, high-intensity watch that captures the addictive rhythm of projecting—shared sessions, mutual stoke, and the moment when everything clicks and an impossible problem becomes a piece of climbing history. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMIIffUMV8g https://www.youtube.com/embed/TMIIffUMV8g 2019-01-21T16:00:04.000Z 410 289032 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/TOL3TdjF1oA/la-sportiva-legends-only-2017 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TOL3TdjF1oA/hqdefault.jpg La Sportiva Legends Only 2017 La Sportiva Legends Only 2017 captures an electrifying night of elite women’s bouldering, streamed live from Klatterncentret in Sweden. Featuring six of the world’s top competitors—including standouts like Shauna Coxsey and Petra Klingler—this feature-length event film follows the flow of a full competition as athletes trade attempts, adapt on the fly, and fight for every zone and top. What makes it worth the time is the rare mix of high-stakes pressure and pure problem-solving: big moves, subtle footwork, quick tactical resets, and the mental grit that shows up when the clock is running down. Whether you’re here for the personalities, the progression of the rounds, or simply to watch world-class climbers turn blank walls into puzzles, this is a deep dive into modern bouldering at its most intense. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOL3TdjF1oA https://www.youtube.com/embed/TOL3TdjF1oA 2017-11-25T22:06:07.000Z 10013 86015 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/TWHDuy1Wyu8/uncut-giuliano-cameroni-deal-with-the-devil-8b-v13 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TWHDuy1Wyu8/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Giuliano Cameroni: Deal with the Devil (8B/V13) Giuliano Cameroni steps onto Switzerland’s legendary Devil’s Stone for the second ascent of “Deal with the Devil” (8B/V13) in this punchy Mellow Uncut. Filmed on April 16, 2018, the session distills four minutes of pure bouldering focus—sharp movement, controlled power, and the quiet intensity it takes to unlock a world-class line. What makes this worth your time is the collision of myth, history, and modern difficulty in one place. The bloc itself was famously moved in 1972—2,000 tons hauled 127 meters uphill to save it from highway construction—and local lore claims the Devil once abandoned the very rock after an old woman marked it with a cross. Against that backdrop, Cameroni’s precise battle with a V13 feels like more than a send: it’s a compact, high-stakes story of commitment on stone that’s been testing people for centuries. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWHDuy1Wyu8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/TWHDuy1Wyu8 2019-02-13T17:44:50.000Z 240 42421 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/TezEiF3rIxo/uncut-jimmy-webb-virgo-v15-8c-first-ascent 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TezEiF3rIxo/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Jimmy Webb - Virgo V15/8C First Ascent Uncut: Jimmy Webb - Virgo V15/8C First Ascent drops you right into the raw, quiet intensity of top-end bouldering as Jimmy Webb sets his sights on “Virgo,” a brand-new V15/8C in South Lake Tahoe, California. In just two minutes, this Mellow short captures the essence of a first ascent: the uncertainty, the problem-solving, and the commitment it takes to turn an impossible-looking line into something real. What makes this worth watching is how little it needs to say. You get movement over narration, focus over hype—precision footwork, subtle body tension, and the kind of composure that separates a near-send from a breakthrough. It’s a fast hit of inspiration for anyone who loves hard boulders, first ascents, and the moment when persistence finally clicks into success. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TezEiF3rIxo https://www.youtube.com/embed/TezEiF3rIxo 2019-10-23T18:53:03.000Z 120 42783 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/TkdGK0d8iOk/adam-ondra-tries-rainman-9b-britains-hardest-climb 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TkdGK0d8iOk/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra tries Rainman (9b): Britain's hardest climb Fresh off speaking at Kendal Film Festival, Adam Ondra heads straight to Malham Cove to sample Rainman, the route that made history as Britain’s first 9b. With Steve McClure on hand as the climber who first unlocked it, this short film captures Ondra’s first real impressions of one of the UK’s most talked-about sport climbs. In under six minutes you get a front-row look at what “Britain’s hardest” actually means: razor-sharp power, precise movement, and the kind of intensity only a top-end limestone testpiece can deliver. It’s a rare, candid moment where a visiting legend measures himself against a national milestone—raising the big questions about grade, style, and whether Rainman is a route you can brute-force, or one you have to truly understand. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkdGK0d8iOk https://www.youtube.com/embed/TkdGK0d8iOk 2017-12-22T11:19:03.000Z 348 440048 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/U7dPa2MGqhE/crazy-move-on-hard-grit-e9-first-ascent 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/U7dPa2MGqhE/hqdefault.jpg Crazy Move on Hard Grit E9 First Ascent Crazy Move on Hard Grit E9 First Ascent drops you onto the razor edge of British gritstone: a short, intense burst of trad climbing where every smear, crimp, and body position has consequences. From Hot Aches Productions and featuring Pete Whittaker, it captures the focus and commitment of pushing into E9 terrain on hard grit, chasing a first ascent where hesitation isn’t an option. What makes this worth watching is how much climbing drama fits into under four minutes: precise movement, real risk, and that uniquely gritty mix of doubt and determination as the crux unfolds. If you love bold trad, high-stakes gritstone, and seeing a climber problem-solve in the moment with nothing but skill and nerve, this one delivers a concentrated hit of pure UK climbing intensity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7dPa2MGqhE https://www.youtube.com/embed/U7dPa2MGqhE 2010-04-13T01:15:48.000Z 238 109551 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/U7v3axKX3bE/jon-cardwell-a-muerte 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/U7v3axKX3bE/hqdefault.jpg Jon Cardwell 'a muerte' Jon Cardwell “a muerte” follows the American sport climber back to Spain after seven years away, stepping straight into the limestone proving grounds of Siurana and Oliana. With the mantra “a muerte”—climb like it matters, like every go could be the last—Jon dives into the culture of fanáticos, chasing long-standing projects and the country’s relentless rhythm of try, recover, return. What makes this short film so watchable is its honest mix of ambition and atmosphere: the pull of iconic routes like La Rambla and Papichulo, the raw reality of split tips and drained forearms, and the contagious energy of crags where everyone is all-in. It’s a tight hit of Spanish sport climbing—sunlit stone, big goals, and the kind of commitment that reminds you why we keep coming back for one more attempt. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7v3axKX3bE https://www.youtube.com/embed/U7v3axKX3bE 2017-06-21T09:41:44.000Z 515 25677 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/UDCHjJ1G6MA/megan-mascarenas-inside-out 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UDCHjJ1G6MA/hqdefault.jpg Megan Mascarenas | Inside Out Megan Mascarenas | Inside Out is a quick, intimate portrait from Mad Rock that follows elite climber Megan Mascarenas as she moves between the bright intensity of competition walls and the raw pull of climbing outside. In her own words, Megan reflects on a mindset shaped by possibility—when you don’t see boundaries, you don’t feel the limits—inviting us to understand the drive that keeps her exploring every side of the sport. What makes this film worth your five minutes is its contrast: the precision of modern comp movement set against the improvisation and patience of rock, and the way Megan finds balance between them. It’s equal parts motivation and perspective, capturing that addictive question at the heart of climbing—how far can I take it, and how far can it take me—through crisp filmmaking and a clear, human voice. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDCHjJ1G6MA https://www.youtube.com/embed/UDCHjJ1G6MA 2017-12-15T18:58:11.000Z 297 16539 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/UIEIdwDlX8o/frictionlabs-pro-dave-graham-repeating-the-classic-pied-de-biche-8b 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UIEIdwDlX8o/hqdefault.jpg FrictionLabs​ Pro Dave Graham​ repeating the classic Pied de Biche, 8B+. FrictionLabs Pro Dave Graham revisits one of Switzerland’s most iconic hard boulder problems: Pied de Biche (8B+) near Verbier. In this short hit of focused climbing, Dave breaks down his mindset and the challenge ahead before stepping up to repeat the classic, setting the stage with calm confidence and a clear love for movement on stone. What makes this worth your three minutes is the purity of it: no fluff, just a world-class climber sizing up a legendary line and delivering. You’ll get a crisp sense of what “8B+” really means—precision, tension, and commitment—along with a glimpse into the small details that matter when the holds are bad and the margin for error is razor thin. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIEIdwDlX8o https://www.youtube.com/embed/UIEIdwDlX8o 2017-01-04T22:49:54Z 193 15454 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/UJwWZx2wjDg/deep-water-solo-new-river-gorge-pirates-cove 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UJwWZx2wjDg/hqdefault.jpg Deep water solo/ New River Gorge/ pirates cove Cindy Yang drops into a sunny deep water soloing session at Summerville Lake in West Virginia’s New River Gorge area, where “Pirates Cove” and the route Indian Summer set the scene for a quick hit of cliffside freedom. In just over two minutes, the film captures the simple joy of moving above clean water—no ropes, no gear, just rock, rhythm, and the splash waiting below. It’s worth watching for the carefree energy and the pure DWS vibe: confident sequences, playful commitment, and that unmistakable mix of focus and fun you only get when the landing is a lake. Whether you’re scouting a future summer mission or just craving a mini escape between sessions, this short clip delivers a fast dose of adventure and stoke. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJwWZx2wjDg https://www.youtube.com/embed/UJwWZx2wjDg 2020-06-18T05:57:18Z 141 546823 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ULqjiUXEiUs/jonathan-siegrist-hundred-proof 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ULqjiUXEiUs/hqdefault.jpg Jonathan Siegrist | Hundred Proof Jonathan Siegrist | Hundred Proof drops you into the world of one of sport climbing’s most consistent high-performers as he turns his focus to Las Vegas, trading constant travel for the obsession of a local project. Alongside filmmaker Nate Liles, Jonathan reflects on what it means to “settle down” when your life has been built around chasing the next hard line—then backs it up on rock in Nevada’s Potosi Cave, where Hundred Proof waits in the shadows. Worth watching for its tight mix of introspection and intensity, this is a front-row seat to the process behind elite climbing: the days of rehearsal, the physical toll, and the razor-thin margin between falling and sending. With the looming roof, the cave atmosphere, and the promise of a 9a+ first ascent, the film captures that specific magic of hard sport climbing—when a route becomes a relationship, and every attempt is both a test and a lesson. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULqjiUXEiUs https://www.youtube.com/embed/ULqjiUXEiUs 2020-05-01T17:00:11.000Z 560 47318 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/UXNzqI4ohxU/18-neil-greshams-masterclass-cutting-loose 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UXNzqI4ohxU/hqdefault.jpg 18 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Cutting Loose In this bite-sized installment of Neil Gresham’s Masterclass, Cutting Loose, Neil breaks down one of the most dynamic moments in climbing: committing to a move when your feet cut and your body swings. Whether you’re trying to stick a powerful pull on a steep wall or control the chaos after a big reach, this short lesson focuses on the timing, body tension, and confidence needed to stay on when things get wild. Worth watching for its clear, no-nonsense coaching, this episode helps you turn an “uh-oh” moment into an advantage. You’ll pick up practical cues you can apply immediately—how to stay tight through the core, keep your hips working with the swing, and re-engage your feet with purpose—so you can move more efficiently, waste less energy, and unlock harder sequences on overhangs and roofs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXNzqI4ohxU https://www.youtube.com/embed/UXNzqI4ohxU 2016-02-21T12:47:57.000Z 61 31613 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/UZlGKEs31Cc/7-neil-greshams-masterclass-outside-edge 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UZlGKEs31Cc/hqdefault.jpg 7 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Outside Edge In this bite-sized installment of the Neil Gresham Climbing Masterclass series from Crux Films, “Outside Edge” zooms in on one deceptively simple skill that can transform how you climb steep ground. Neil breaks down the footwork shift that overhangs demand, showing why the habits that work on vertical walls can leave you off-balance and over-gripping when the angle kicks back. What makes this worth your three minutes is how quickly it clicks: instead of staying square to the wall and defaulting to inside edges, you’ll learn to step through and trust the outside edge of the opposite foot to bring your hips back into balance. It’s a small adjustment with a huge payoff—less arm burn, smoother movement, and a more efficient “default setting” for overhanging climbing that can feel like an instant upgrade the next time you pull onto something steep. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZlGKEs31Cc https://www.youtube.com/embed/UZlGKEs31Cc 2016-02-21T11:07:14Z 221 133364 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/UeIAwQfWN-U/five-ten-2015-nina-williams-bouldering-in-bishop 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UeIAwQfWN-U/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2015 | Nina Williams | Bouldering in Bishop Nina Williams heads to the sun-baked boulders of Bishop, California in this sharp, bite-sized Five Ten film, chasing the airy commitment of highballs and the satisfaction of hard, technical lines. With Bearcam behind the lens, “Five Ten 2015 | Nina Williams | Bouldering in Bishop” captures a day in the world where subtle footwork, calm breathing, and bold decisions matter as much as power—plus a small dose of personality courtesy of Nina’s hedgehog sidekick. What makes it worth watching is the mix of focus and fun: the tactile details of granite, the pacing of attempts, and the quiet tension that builds when the holds get higher and the margins get thinner. It’s a quick hit of Bishop atmosphere and big-move bouldering that will leave you fired up to train, travel, and step a little farther above your comfort zone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeIAwQfWN-U https://www.youtube.com/embed/UeIAwQfWN-U 2015-09-02T18:33:45.000Z 500 155631 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Uhd-kUSJgqI/21-dynos 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Uhd-kUSJgqI/hqdefault.jpg 21 Dynos Neil Gresham’s 21 Dynos is a bite-sized masterclass from Crux Films that zeroes in on one of climbing’s most electrifying skills: the dyno. In under two minutes, it captures the snap decisions, commitment, and full-body coordination that turn a dynamic move from a desperate lunge into a controlled, repeatable technique. Whether you’re trying to stick your first big throw or refine your timing on competition-style problems, this is a quick hit of motivation and know-how. Expect a focus on precision, momentum, and confidence—because dynos aren’t just about power, they’re about reading the move, trusting your feet, and going all-in when it counts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uhd-kUSJgqI https://www.youtube.com/embed/Uhd-kUSJgqI 2016-02-21T13:24:07.000Z 105 36643 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Uih8jrITuz8/molly-mitchell-s-fa-of-spoiled-moose-5-13-r 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Uih8jrITuz8/hqdefault.jpg Molly Mitchell’s FA of Spoiled Moose 5.13 R Molly Mitchell’s FA of Spoiled Moose 5.13 R follows Molly Mitchell into Boulder Canyon for the first ascent of Spoiled Moose, a 5.13 R trad line built as a bold variation/extension of the existing route The Spoils. In just under six minutes, this Mad Rock short drops you right into the tension of a new climb—where every decision is yours and the rock doesn’t offer easy answers. What makes it worth watching is the raw, high-stakes blend of precision and composure that “R” rating implies: thin margins, serious consequence, and the focus required to keep moving anyway. It’s a quick hit of real trad commitment—clean movement, uncertain protection, and that unmistakable first-ascent energy that turns a piece of stone into a story. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uih8jrITuz8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Uih8jrITuz8 2015-11-25T16:29:06.000Z 337 7568 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Uj9fFRatM1E/frictionlabs-presents-rooftown-vol-1-featuring-matt-gentile 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Uj9fFRatM1E/hqdefault.jpg FrictionLabs presents Rooftown Vol 1 featuring Matt Gentile. FrictionLabs presents Rooftown Vol 1 featuring Matt Gentile drops you into the backcountry edges of Flagstaff, Arizona—where hidden limestone and sandstone roofs turn into a playground for pure bouldering imagination. Follow FrictionLabs pro Matt Gentile through a “day in the life” of scouting, cleaning, and unlocking bold new blocs, as he shapes an untouched dreamscape into real lines with every try, every brush, and every committed move. What makes Rooftown Vol 1 so watchable is the blend of exploration and execution: it’s not just sends, it’s the full process of discovery—reading features, taking falls, dialing sequences, and claiming first ascents that feel genuinely earned. With Organic Climbing roots, crisp filming, and a varied soundtrack that carries you from quiet focus to full-on fight, this is a short, satisfying hit of roof climbing grit that will leave you hungry for your own next project. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uj9fFRatM1E https://www.youtube.com/embed/Uj9fFRatM1E 2016-12-22T19:31:35.000Z 1255 107893 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/UlcQ3mxlNfs/chris-sharma-dreamcatcher-5-14d 1970-01-14 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UlcQ3mxlNfs/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma - Dreamcatcher 5.14d Chris Sharma - Dreamcatcher 5.14d drops you into Squamish as one of climbing’s most iconic athletes takes on his first ascent of Dreamcatcher, a cutting-edge 5.14d/9a. In just over six minutes, this Dosage Volume 4 excerpt captures the focus, movement, and nerve it takes to commit to a line that sits right at the edge of what’s possible. What makes this worth watching is the pure, distilled intensity: crisp sequences, real attempts, and the kind of quiet determination that defines top-end sport climbing. Whether you’re chasing your next project or just love seeing mastery on stone, this is a short hit of inspiration that reminds you why hard routes matter—and why the process behind them is as gripping as the send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlcQ3mxlNfs https://www.youtube.com/embed/UlcQ3mxlNfs 2007-06-04T23:41:05.000Z 373 3349221 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/UnDFLXHa80E/mad-in-madagascar-climbing-with-sean-villanueva-siebe-vanhee 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UnDFLXHa80E/hqdefault.jpg MAD in Madagascar - Climbing with Sean Villanueva & Siebe Vanhee MAD in Madagascar follows Petzl athletes Sean Villanueva and Siebe Vanhee as they head into Madagascar’s Tsaranoro massif in search of true adventure. In just under eleven minutes, the film drops you onto the sweeping granite of Tsaranoro Atsimo, where the pair commit to a ground-up push on a major unclimbed line—an exploration-minded first ascent on a face that offers far more questions than answers. What makes it so gripping is the mix of bold decision-making and real consequence: blank stone, scarce natural protection, and the rare choice to carry a power drill when the wall simply gives nothing back. Expect airy exposure, creative tactics, and the unmistakable tension of building a route as you go—an energizing snapshot of modern big-wall exploration that will leave you wanting a longer day on the rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnDFLXHa80E https://www.youtube.com/embed/UnDFLXHa80E 2017-02-28T14:42:03.000Z 652 2755414 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/UsX_dyZvJ50/kai-lin-out-on-a-limb-the-problem-solvers-ep-1 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UsX_dyZvJ50/hqdefault.jpg KAI LIN: OUT ON A LIMB | The Problem Solvers Ep. 1 KAI LIN: OUT ON A LIMB kicks off Arc’teryx’s The Problem Solvers with an intimate look at designer and climber Kai Lin, whose drive to make the mountains more accessible leads to an unexpected partnership with Arc’teryx athlete Craig DeMartino. Guided by empathy, efficiency, and a refusal to accept “good enough,” Kai takes inspiration from mountain goats and real-world needs to create KLIPPA—a prosthetic foot built specifically for the demands of rock and mountain terrain. What makes this episode so compelling is how it blends human story with genuine problem-solving: you get the iterative thinking, the hard-won lessons, and the moments of breakthrough that turn an idea into something that can change how someone moves on stone. It’s a film about climbing, yes—but also about adaptation, innovation, and the kind of empowerment that doesn’t just level the playing field, it reshapes it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UsX_dyZvJ50 https://www.youtube.com/embed/UsX_dyZvJ50 2019-08-01T14:51:25.000Z 1281 16738 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/UsgqCmMWUZw/frictionlabs-pro-alex-puccio-takes-on-leavenworth-wa-part-1 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UsgqCmMWUZw/hqdefault.jpg FrictionLabs Pro Alex Puccio takes on Leavenworth, WA... Part 1! FrictionLabs Pro Alex Puccio takes on Leavenworth, WA... Part 1! drops you into the granite boulders of Washington’s most iconic climbing zone as Alex sets her sights on a rapid-fire circuit of local testpieces. In just a few minutes, you’ll follow her through the process of sizing up sharp lines, dialing sequences, and committing fully on problems like The Practitioner (V11), Hypertrophy (V10), and the legendary Tea Cup (V13). What makes this one worth your time is the blend of elite power and calm precision—Puccio’s ability to move with control when the holds get small and the stakes get real. It’s a tight, high-energy watch packed with attempts, quick lessons in tactics and resilience, and that addictive Leavenworth atmosphere where every try feels like it could be the send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UsgqCmMWUZw https://www.youtube.com/embed/UsgqCmMWUZw 2017-10-18T19:34:58.000Z 256 9478 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Uv2VKd8wgQM/seven-of-nine-v14-dave-macleod 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Uv2VKd8wgQM/hqdefault.jpg Seven of Nine V14 Dave MacLeod Dave MacLeod heads into the wild granite of Sky Pilot in Glen Nevis, Scotland, for a short, high-impact bouldering session that delivers big on intensity. In Seven of Nine V14 Dave MacLeod, you’ll watch him piece together two first ascents—Good Spirits (V8) and the film’s centerpiece, Seven of Nine (V14)—bringing his trademark calm focus to problems that feel as rugged and uncompromising as the Highland landscape itself. What makes this worth your three minutes is the purity of the process: subtle body positioning, precise tension, and the quiet persistence it takes to turn impossible holds into a send. It’s a concentrated hit of elite bouldering—no fluff, just a master at work—set against a dramatic Scottish backdrop that reminds you why hard climbing isn’t only about strength, but about problem-solving, grit, and commitment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uv2VKd8wgQM https://www.youtube.com/embed/Uv2VKd8wgQM 2011-04-27T02:01:59.000Z 204 21008 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/UvFuu4KuSDg/uli-biaho 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UvFuu4KuSDg/hqdefault.jpg ULI BIAHO ULI BIAHO follows an ambitious 2013 expedition in Pakistan’s Karakoram, where Matteo Della Bordella and Luca Schiera set their sights on the elegant 6109-meter rock monolith of Uli Biaho, facing the legendary Trango Towers. Joined by a young, mixed team—including Silvan Schupbach, David Bacci, Saro Costa, and camerawoman/photographer Arianna Colliard—the Ragni di Lecco attempt to carve a brand-new line on the South-West face in true alpine style. What makes this film stand out is its raw, in-the-moment storytelling: no external interviews, no guiding voice-over—just the climbers’ own images and words as plans shift, pressure builds, and surprises hit at altitude. You’ll get the full arc of an expedition, from travel and base-camp rhythm to hard decisions on the wall, and the quiet intensity of committing to a new route where nothing is guaranteed. If you love big-mountain climbing for its uncertainty, teamwork, and stubborn forward motion, this is a gripping, lived-in watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvFuu4KuSDg https://www.youtube.com/embed/UvFuu4KuSDg 2020-03-22T08:00:12.000Z 2933 21537 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/UzF_ddZvOcY/southern-madness-taylor-mcneill-part-1 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UzF_ddZvOcY/hqdefault.jpg Southern Madness | Taylor McNeill | Part 1 Taylor McNeill returns to his home turf in Southern Madness | Part 1, a tight, high-intensity bouldering film from Mad Rock. With the South-East’s gritty stone as the backdrop, Taylor sets his sights on a coveted second ascent of one of the region’s hardest problems—where every move is earned, every fall is a lesson, and familiarity with the terrain only raises the stakes. What makes this worth watching is the raw, stripped-down battle: powerful attempts, precise footwork, and the mental reset that bouldering demands when the margin for error is razor thin. In under nine minutes, it captures the push-and-pull between confidence and doubt, the obsession that builds with each try, and the satisfaction of chasing something that doesn’t come easy—even when it’s right at home. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzF_ddZvOcY https://www.youtube.com/embed/UzF_ddZvOcY 2019-04-23T15:58:48.000Z 525 10003 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/V0uesTSgMys/adam-ondra-climbing-change-worlds-first-9b-route-2012 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/V0uesTSgMys/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra climbing Change - World's first 9b+ route (2012) Step into the wild granite of Flatanger, Norway, as Adam Ondra takes on Change—at the time, the world’s first 9b+ and the cutting edge of what was thought possible in sport climbing. This short, high-intensity preview captures the atmosphere around a breakthrough ascent: a young Ondra, total focus on razor-thin sequences, and the raw emotion of pushing into unknown terrain. What makes this worth watching is how quickly it pulls you into the stakes. In under nine minutes you get a distilled taste of big-wall-level effort on a single line—days and weeks of trial compressed into the crucial moments where everything has to click. It’s a snapshot of climbing history, but also a reminder of why we watch: the fight, the doubt, the commitment, and the release when the impossible finally goes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0uesTSgMys https://www.youtube.com/embed/V0uesTSgMys 2016-10-04T22:40:01.000Z 518 1082714 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/V1P97VVt6_k/la-dura-complete-the-hardest-rock-climb-in-the-world 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/V1P97VVt6_k/hqdefault.jpg La Dura Complete: The Hardest Rock Climb In The World Chris Sharma and Adam Ondra team up in La Dura Complete to take on La Dura Dura (5.15c / 9b+), a cutting-edge testpiece in Oliana, Spain that pushed the limits of what sport climbing could be. Over two years of attempts, refinement, and setbacks, their unlikely partnership becomes the heart of the story—two very different climbers united by a single, brutally hard line. What makes this film so gripping is how clearly it captures the full arc of a world-class project: the tiny breakthroughs, the mental strain of repeated failure, and the razor-thin margins between “almost” and “done.” You’ll get a front-row seat to historic ascents, but also to the human side of progression—motivation, doubt, and the rare camaraderie that forms when the goal is bigger than any one person. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1P97VVt6_k https://www.youtube.com/embed/V1P97VVt6_k 2014-03-26T08:05:18.000Z 1156 8033739 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/V9tKBENTt_M/wild-boyz-ashima-and-zach 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/V9tKBENTt_M/hqdefault.jpg Wild Boyz: Ashima and Zach Wild Boyz: Ashima and Zach drops you into a crisp, 12-minute session with Ashima Shiraishi and Zach Galla as they hunt down bouldering classics in the American South. Filmed and edited by Brian Boyd for mellow, it’s a tight, focused portrait of two wildly talented climbers moving through stone with equal parts playfulness and precision. What makes it worth your time is the blend of effortless power and thoughtful problem-solving—micro-adjustments, bold commits, and that familiar cycle of attempts, resets, and sudden breakthroughs. Whether you’re here for hard grades, clean movement, or the simple joy of watching great climbers wrestle with beautiful lines, this one delivers a satisfying hit of motivation that lingers well after the last top-out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9tKBENTt_M https://www.youtube.com/embed/V9tKBENTt_M 2019-04-22T16:59:54.000Z 731 113429 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/VBFA2YMZIoM/monkey-see-monkey-do-kevin-shields-on-traveller-in-time-e4 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VBFA2YMZIoM/hqdefault.jpg Monkey See Monkey Do: Kevin Shields on Traveller in Time E4 Step into the time-warping world of Monkey See Monkey Do with this bite-sized episode featuring Kevin Shields on “Traveller in Time” (E4) from Hot Aches Productions. In just over two minutes, you’ll get a sharp snapshot of bold movement, quick thinking, and that unmistakable blend of curiosity and commitment that defines modern climbing. What makes this worth watching is its punchy, no-nonsense energy: a compact hit of inspiration that captures the feel of being on the sharp end—reading sequences on the fly, trusting your instincts, and pushing through doubt. Whether you’re looking for a quick dose of psych before your next session or a reminder of why we chase these moments in the first place, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBFA2YMZIoM https://www.youtube.com/embed/VBFA2YMZIoM 2010-03-08T06:08:16.000Z 140 6319 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/VKpn_X5yiZA/giuliano-cameroni-two-v16-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VKpn_X5yiZA/hqdefault.jpg Giuliano Cameroni: Two V16 FA Giuliano Cameroni: Two V16 FA follows Swiss bouldering standout Giuliano Cameroni through an electric February 2019 in Ticino, where he puts his stamp on the cutting edge with first ascents of two of the hardest lines in the region: Poison The Well in Brione and REM in Cresciano. Set against the granite and gneiss of southern Switzerland, the film captures the precision and composure it takes to turn futuristic sequences on tiny crimps into something real. What makes this one worth your 13 minutes is the rare mix of next-level difficulty and grounded process: the tension of dialing moves, the patient repetition, and the quiet confidence that separates a near-send from history. If you love bouldering at its absolute limit—where every micro-adjustment matters and the margin for error is basically zero—this is a tight, satisfying look at what “V16” actually demands. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKpn_X5yiZA https://www.youtube.com/embed/VKpn_X5yiZA 2019-04-29T17:00:03.000Z 781 87240 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/VRHM8HOBEJM/glen-nevis-trad-boulder-free-solo-dws-climbing 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VRHM8HOBEJM/hqdefault.jpg Glen Nevis trad - boulder - free solo - DWS climbing Glen Nevis trad - boulder - free solo - DWS climbing is a fast-paced tour of one of Scotland’s most iconic climbing venues, led by Dave MacLeod in a film made to celebrate the Polldubh corner of Glen Nevis. In just under fifteen minutes, it strings together classic lines and modern testpieces across trad, bouldering, free soloing and deep water soloing, capturing the character of the glen with a local’s eye for what makes the place special. What makes it unmissable is the range and intensity: calm movement on exposed ridges, bold soloing, steep roofs, technical arêtes, and the committing splashdown mindset of DWS, all anchored by named climbs and standout ascents from MacLeod and Anna Wells. It’s part showcase, part love letter—an edit that delivers scenery, craft, and genuine consequence, perfect for anyone who wants a concentrated hit of Scottish rock and the unique mix of adventure and precision that defines Glen Nevis. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRHM8HOBEJM https://www.youtube.com/embed/VRHM8HOBEJM 2019-08-23T11:21:35.000Z 879 48169 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/VTbWfPmsfg8/the-north-face-presents-jacopo-larchers-rise 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VTbWfPmsfg8/hqdefault.jpg The North Face Presents: Jacopo Larcher's "Rise" The North Face Presents: Jacopo Larcher’s “Rise” follows the Italian trad climber deep into the quiet woods of Cadarese, where a hidden 30-metre roof line known as “Tribe” becomes the focus of a six-year obsession. More than a single send, it’s a portrait of Larcher’s evolution from trad newcomer to one of the sport’s most versatile talents, shaped by patience, doubt, and the pull of a project that refuses to let go. What makes Rise worth your time is how it treats difficulty as something richer than a grade: the film builds tension through the grind of attempts, the precision demanded by a brutal roof, and the mental cost of committing to something that may never go. When Larcher chooses to step away from naming a number, the achievement lands as a tribute to everyone who helped—proof that the biggest ascents are rarely solo, and that in climbing, progress is often a shared act. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTbWfPmsfg8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/VTbWfPmsfg8 2019-08-07T14:00:07.000Z 842 286742 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/VVv1fazTRN8/nalle-hukkataival-on-the-b-geleisen-sit-start-8c 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VVv1fazTRN8/hqdefault.jpg Nalle Hukkataival On The Bügeleisen Sit Start 8C (+) Klem Loskot’s legendary Maltatal testpiece, The Bügeleisen Sit Start (8C+), has haunted the world’s strongest boulderers for years—and in this short, punchy film EpicTV follows Finnish powerhouse Nalle Hukkataival as he returns to Austria for another attempt. With the line’s reputation looming large and the sit start demanding total commitment, Nalle lays out what’s at stake: a problem that has become his biggest battle, both mentally and physically. What makes this worth your 8 minutes is the raw, unglamorous reality of elite bouldering—skin, strength, and focus pushed to the edge while rain, humidity, and fickle conditions threaten to shut it all down. The Bügeleisen isn’t just hard; it’s beautiful, brutal, and precise, and watching Nalle problem-solve through the pressure is a masterclass in persistence. If you love iconic blocs, first-ascent history, and the tense moment when everything finally has to line up, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVv1fazTRN8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/VVv1fazTRN8 2014-07-28T23:50:01.000Z 514 170445 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/VY1i0buPS8I/5-epitaph-8c-v15 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VY1i0buPS8I/hqdefault.jpg 【鳳来】エピタフ 5段+ (Epitaph 8C/V15) ボルダリング Step into Japan’s famed Horai boulders with Ryuichi Murai as he takes on “Epitaph” (8C/V15), a true top-end testpiece captured in a tight, focused film. Originally climbed on March 30, 2017, this session documents the second ascent of a problem that demands absolute precision—where every movement has to be earned and every moment on the wall carries weight. What makes this worth watching is the clarity of the challenge: raw rock, high stakes difficulty, and a short runtime that wastes no time getting you close to the action. You’ll feel the tension of trying on limit moves, the patience behind serious attempts, and the satisfaction of when everything finally clicks—an inspiring glimpse of what elite bouldering looks like when preparation meets commitment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VY1i0buPS8I https://www.youtube.com/embed/VY1i0buPS8I 2020-05-23T08:25:41Z 387 4134 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/VZbgn7hOzHc/adidas-five-ten-the-life-of-sachi-amma 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VZbgn7hOzHc/hqdefault.jpg adidas | Five Ten The Life Of Sachi Amma Follow Japanese climbing icon Sachi Amma in adidas | Five Ten: The Life Of Sachi Amma, an intimate 25-minute documentary from Five Ten. From his early rise in the competition scene—culminating in back-to-back Lead World Cup titles in 2012/13—to a deeper search beyond medals, the film traces how Sachi shaped his identity through climbing and the quiet questions it brings. What makes this worth watching is its honest shift from external success to inner purpose: the moment a champion admits the podium isn’t enough, and turns to rock for something more lasting. With evocative outdoor sequences, reflections on “Who am I?”, and a portrait grounded in nature, it’s a focused, inspiring look at what drives an elite climber to keep pushing—repeating the hardest routes and forging new lines when the real goal is self-discovery. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZbgn7hOzHc https://www.youtube.com/embed/VZbgn7hOzHc 2019-12-11T08:45:01.000Z 1551 66330 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/VapbvTq8GOE/climbing-the-nose-jorg-verhoevens-ascent-of-the-most-famous-route-in-the-world 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VapbvTq8GOE/hqdefault.jpg CLIMBING THE NOSE - Jorg Verhoeven's ascent of the most famous route in the world In CLIMBING THE NOSE, climber Jorg Verhoeven arrives in Yosemite Valley with a single obsession: to free climb The Nose on El Capitan, one of the most storied lines in the sport. Over 30 days in the shadow of the big wall, he breaks down what makes this 5.14 testpiece so unforgiving, what stands between strong climbers and a true free ascent, and what it costs—physically and mentally—to keep returning to the same moves until they finally go. What makes this film hit is its blend of intimate, step-by-step struggle and the weight of history behind the route, with Tommy Caldwell and Lynn Hill adding perspective to a modern attempt on an icon. It’s a compact, high-stakes watch that captures the grind of big-wall logistics, the razor-thin margins of hard free climbing, and the quiet determination it takes to turn a dream into the 5th free ascent of The Nose. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VapbvTq8GOE https://www.youtube.com/embed/VapbvTq8GOE 2015-09-22T15:56:05.000Z 1529 2584811 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/VbxaqNtFY7w/12-neil-greshams-masterclass-heel-hook 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VbxaqNtFY7w/hqdefault.jpg 12 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Heel Hook Neil Gresham’s Masterclass: Heel Hook is a fast, focused technique lesson on one of the most powerful tools for steep and roof climbing. In just under two minutes, it breaks down what heel hooking really is: not a desperate swing for salvation, but a deliberate way to take weight off your arms, create tension through your core, and unlock sequences that feel impossible when you’re only pulling. What makes this worth watching is the emphasis on decision-making, not just movement. You’ll learn how to identify the right target for your heel, how to set it with control, and—crucially—when to release it and switch back to a toe to keep the sequence flowing. It’s the kind of small adjustment that can turn a flailing roof fight into a smooth, efficient send, and it’s packed into a lesson you can rewatch before your next session and apply immediately. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbxaqNtFY7w https://www.youtube.com/embed/VbxaqNtFY7w 2016-02-21T12:38:35Z 97 57478 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Vgdd7OnOv-4/pachamama-9a-pas-pas-avec-c-dric-lachat-relais-vertical-111 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Vgdd7OnOv-4/hqdefault.jpg Pachamama (9a+) pas à pas avec Cédric Lachat | Relais Vertical #111 Entrez dans l’univers d’Oliana aux côtés de Cédric Lachat, qui vous emmène sur Pachamama (9a+) “pas à pas”, mouvement après mouvement. Tourné quelques semaines après son enchaînement de janvier 2020, cet épisode de Relais Vertical vous plonge au cœur d’un grand classique, avec le regard précis d’un grimpeur venu s’échauffer sur du très dur avant de se frotter à Mamichula (9b). Ce qui rend ce film addictif, c’est la proximité avec la réalité d’une 9a+ rési: lecture, placements, micro-ajustements, gestion de l’intensité et du tempo, tout ce qui transforme une suite de prises en une performance. On regarde pour apprendre, pour ressentir la difficulté de l’intérieur, et pour se laisser happer par la beauté d’une ligne mythique expliquée de A à Z par l’un des meilleurs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgdd7OnOv-4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Vgdd7OnOv-4 2020-02-21T14:45:00.000Z 762 122134 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ViSXePkt7t8/link-sar-the-last-great-unclimbed-mountain 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ViSXePkt7t8/hqdefault.jpg Link Sar: The Last Great Unclimbed Mountain Link Sar: The Last Great Unclimbed Mountain follows an elite team into Pakistan’s Karakoram to take on a peak with a reputation for shutting everyone down. With decades of failed attempts and a mountain that offers little margin for error, the film tracks the return of Graham Zimmerman, Steve Swenson, and Mark Richey as they commit to one more shot at the unscaled summit. What makes this one so gripping is the constant tension of real alpine decision-making: unstable snow, avalanche exposure, and the slow grind of high altitude where every move has consequences. It’s a sharp, fast-paced look at modern expedition climbing—equal parts ambition and restraint—capturing why the world’s hardest objectives aren’t always about difficulty grades, but about surviving long enough to earn the chance. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViSXePkt7t8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/ViSXePkt7t8 2021-10-07T15:00:12Z 1030 2127865 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Vk-GWdG0Z04/arcteryx-jonathan-siegrist-24-karats-5-14c 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Vk-GWdG0Z04/hqdefault.jpg ARC'TERYX Jonathan Siegrist - 24-Karats, 5.14c Jonathan Siegrist steps into the steep limestone of Kentucky’s Red River Gorge with one goal: unlock “24 Karats,” a razor-sharp new 5.14c that ranks among America’s hardest sport routes. In this tight, five-and-a-half-minute snapshot from Arc’teryx, you’re right there for the quiet focus, the trial-and-error, and the final push as effort turns into a clean send. What makes this film worth your time is how much intensity it packs into a short runtime—no fluff, just the essentials of cutting-edge climbing. Filmed and edited by Keith Ladzinski, it captures the texture of high-end redpointing: reading sequences, managing fatigue, and committing when the margins are thin. If you love watching world-class athletes problem-solve on the sharp end, “24 Karats” delivers a quick hit of pure, modern sport-climbing tension. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vk-GWdG0Z04 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Vk-GWdG0Z04 2011-01-13T18:35:12.000Z 330 159394 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Vrac4j7C79Y/berhault-climbing-like-dancing-on-the-rock 1970-01-14 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Vrac4j7C79Y/hqdefault.jpg Berhault Climbing like Dancing on the Rock Berhault Climbing like Dancing on the Rock is a short, heartfelt tribute to Patrick Berhault, widely remembered as one of the great masters of modern climbing. In just under four minutes, it captures the spirit of a climber who treated stone not as an obstacle to conquer, but as a partner—moving with the ease and intention of a vertical dance. What makes this film worth watching is its pure sense of flow: precise footwork, relaxed confidence, and that unmistakable rhythm when movement and rock seem to agree. Set to the raw energy of Janis Joplin, it’s less a technical breakdown and more a mood piece—an inspiring reminder of why we climb in the first place, and how beautiful it can look when someone truly belongs on the wall. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vrac4j7C79Y https://www.youtube.com/embed/Vrac4j7C79Y 2008-02-11T22:40:43.000Z 229 355535 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/VwWPxJRStVk/primitivo-8c-v15-first-ascent 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VwWPxJRStVk/hqdefault.jpg Primitivo (8C/V15) First Ascent Primitivo (8C/V15) First Ascent drops you into the granite corridors of Val Bavona, Ticino, where one of Switzerland’s most coveted new boulder problems came to life in spring 2019. Following the mellow crew and a stacked cast—Isabelle Faus, Daniel Woods, Giuliano Cameroni, and Jimmy Webb—the film traces the buildup, the attempts, and the decisive moments that culminate in the first ascent of Primitivo, a modern testpiece at the cutting edge of bouldering. What makes this worth your 17 minutes is the mix of world-class climbing and the human rhythm behind it: reading subtle features, refining beta, managing skin and conditions, and returning with purpose after failure. It’s a crisp look at how top climbers collaborate and compete on a single line, set against the raw beauty of Ticino stone—equal parts travel vignette, session energy, and a reminder of why a few moves can become a benchmark for an entire season. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwWPxJRStVk https://www.youtube.com/embed/VwWPxJRStVk 2019-05-13T17:00:04.000Z 1063 80421 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/VykqqONDFO8/mountain-climber-saved-at-last-second-from-near-fatal-fall-nerve-racking-rescue- 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VykqqONDFO8/hqdefault.jpg Mountain climber saved at last second from near-fatal fall - Nerve-racking rescue caught on video High on the frozen walls of Kennedy’s Gully in Colorado’s Ouray Ice Park, a climber pushes upward as the ice beneath him starts to fail. Filmed from above by fellow climbers, the moment turns from a routine ascent into an urgent fight to stay attached to the mountain, with voices off camera coordinating a rescue before gravity takes over. What makes this short film so gripping is its raw, unedited immediacy: you hear the tension, the quick decisions, and the calm determination it takes to manage risk when conditions change in seconds. It’s a sobering reminder of how fragile ice can be—and an inspiring look at teamwork, problem-solving, and the thin margin between a close call and catastrophe. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VykqqONDFO8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/VykqqONDFO8 2012-07-04T04:03:43.000Z 297 2892888 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/W46WVYywg6g/free-solo-on-ben-nevis-left-hand-route 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/W46WVYywg6g/hqdefault.jpg Free Solo on Ben Nevis (Left Hand Route) Join Scottish climber and filmmaker Dave MacLeod for a fast, high-stakes dash up Ben Nevis: a free solo of the legendary Left Hand Route on the Orion Face. In just a few minutes, the film drops you onto steep, cold stone high above the corries, where every move is deliberate, every foothold earned, and the exposure is as big as the mountain itself. What makes this worth watching is the mix of pure commitment and crisp perspective—fluid solo climbing paired with striking aerial and immersive angles that let you feel the scale of the face and the precision of the climbing. It’s a bite-sized hit of Scottish adventure: quiet focus, big atmosphere, and the kind of controlled intensity that reminds you why we can’t look away when someone climbs with nothing but skill, nerve, and the line in front of them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W46WVYywg6g https://www.youtube.com/embed/W46WVYywg6g 2023-06-30T13:40:51Z 401 222607 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/W51zBGrcMRg/the-mission-torridon-bouldering-4k 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/W51zBGrcMRg/hqdefault.jpg The Mission - Torridon Bouldering (4K) Escape to Scotland’s wild Northwest in The Mission - Torridon Bouldering (4K), a crisp, winter-season bouldering film from Eadan Cunningham. Set among Torridon’s rugged highland landscape and famous sandstone blocks, it follows a focused campaign to climb the area’s classic problems while pushing into tougher lines—capturing the highs, lows, and quiet determination that define a proper season of projecting. What makes this one worth your time is the mix of atmosphere and momentum: cinematic 4K visuals, a driving soundtrack, and plenty of real attempts that show the process behind the sends. If you love bouldering for its precision, grit, and problem-solving—plus the special pull of remote venues—this is an immersive hit of motivation that feels like a cold day on perfect rock, without leaving the couch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W51zBGrcMRg https://www.youtube.com/embed/W51zBGrcMRg 2017-06-30T13:04:38.000Z 2035 67347 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/W5HjTGwqero/ephyra-8c-v16-first-ascent-jimmy-webb 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/W5HjTGwqero/hqdefault.jpg Ephyra (8C+/V16) First Ascent - Jimmy Webb Jimmy Webb heads to Switzerland for a sharp, focused bouldering session in Ephyra (8C+/V16) First Ascent. In under six minutes, this mellow film captures him moving from a quick hit on From Dirt Grows the Flowers (8C) to a deeper battle with one of the country’s oldest, most stubborn projects—where every attempt is earned and every improvement is hard-fought. What makes it worth watching is the contrast: pure power and precision on world-class granite, followed by the grind of a true limit line that refuses to give in. You’ll get crisp visuals, no wasted time, and the kind of subtle tension only high-end bouldering delivers—micro-adjustments, razor-thin margins, and the quiet persistence behind a first ascent at 8C+/V16. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5HjTGwqero https://www.youtube.com/embed/W5HjTGwqero 2019-04-08T16:00:07.000Z 359 79429 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/W8kru0kTTvk/petzl-athlete-emily-harrington-sends-golden-gate-5-13-vi-in-el-capitan 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/W8kru0kTTvk/hqdefault.jpg Petzl athlete Emily Harrington sends Golden Gate (5.13 VI) in El Capitan Petzl athlete Emily Harrington takes on one of Yosemite’s most iconic stages in this short film, charting her successful push up Golden Gate (5.13b, 41 pitches) on El Capitan. Topped out on May 31, 2015, the ascent represents far more than a single day on the wall—it’s the culmination of a three-year learning curve as Emily commits to steep granite, relentless exposure, and the mental grind of big-wall climbing at the edge of her abilities. What makes this worth watching is the honesty behind the achievement: a hard-earned, “bloody, tear-stained battle” fought in the best style possible for her. In just over sixteen minutes, you’ll get a concentrated hit of Yosemite atmosphere—precision movement, problem-solving under fatigue, and the quiet determination it takes to keep going when everything hurts. Whether you love big-wall logistics or simply want to feel what 41 pitches of focus looks like, this is a motivating snapshot of commitment and craft on one of climbing’s grandest lines. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8kru0kTTvk https://www.youtube.com/embed/W8kru0kTTvk 2015-07-22T09:15:25.000Z 995 132674 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/W9NKZU5X2Xo/hansj-rg-auer-on-mother-night-e4 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/W9NKZU5X2Xo/hqdefault.jpg Hansjörg Auer on Mother Night E4 Hansjörg Auer takes on the Pembroke classic Mother Night (E4) in this short, punchy Hot Aches Productions outtake from their film Odyssey, with Hazel Findlay along for the day. Set on the wild Welsh sea cliffs, it’s a focused look at a committed trad line where movement, protection, and composure all matter. Worth watching for the raw, behind-the-scenes feel: no long build-up, just straight into the tension of climbing above the Atlantic with real consequences and real craft. In just over four minutes you get crisp seaside atmosphere, efficient execution, and that unmistakable Hot Aches knack for bottling the psych of a hard route into a tight, rewatchable hit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9NKZU5X2Xo https://www.youtube.com/embed/W9NKZU5X2Xo 2019-02-01T12:39:54.000Z 244 5837 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/WEYxkMIkxDM/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-7 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WEYxkMIkxDM/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #7 Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #7 drops you into Adam Ondra’s November 2018 road trip as he and his team hop from iconic cliffs to the next stop on their Americas tour. Fresh off Yosemite, they roll into Smith Rock, Oregon—one of the most storied crags in the U.S. and a proving ground that helped shape American sport climbing. In under four minutes, it’s a quick hit of atmosphere, movement, and motivation: crisp shots, a sense of travel, and the contagious pull of chasing lines in legendary terrain. Whether you’re planning your own pilgrimage to Smith Rock or just want a fast burst of climbing stoke from one of the sport’s most inspiring athletes, this episode delivers a compact, high-energy snapshot of life on the road and the rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEYxkMIkxDM https://www.youtube.com/embed/WEYxkMIkxDM 2018-12-07T14:12:24.000Z 239 110727 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/WEuNt6xQQ8Q/hazel-findlay-soloing-cemetery-gates-e1-5b 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WEuNt6xQQ8Q/hqdefault.jpg Hazel Findlay Soloing Cemetery Gates E1 5B Hazel Findlay Soloing Cemetery Gates E1 5B follows Hazel Findlay on a calm, committed free solo of the iconic Cemetery Gates on Dinas Cromlech in North Wales. Set against the sweeping cliffs of Wales, this short film captures her smooth, unhurried movement as she flows up the route’s striking arete with quiet confidence. Worth watching for its pure focus and atmosphere, it’s a distilled hit of trad-climbing beauty: precise footwork, controlled breathing, and that unmistakable exposure that makes the Cromlech feel so wild. Whether you know the line by reputation or you’re discovering it for the first time, the ascent is spellbinding in its simplicity—just climber, rock, and the steady rhythm of movement without a rope. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEuNt6xQQ8Q https://www.youtube.com/embed/WEuNt6xQQ8Q 2019-04-12T15:54:16.000Z 243 15042 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/WKPN-6DZHnA/arcteryx-presents-ground-up 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WKPN-6DZHnA/hqdefault.jpg Arc'teryx Presents: Ground Up Arc'teryx Presents: Ground Up follows Amity Warme and Brent Barghahn as they commit to a bold, ground-up free-climbing push on El Capitan, taking on the Pineapple Express variation of El Niño. Over eight demanding days on one of the world’s most iconic walls, they battle shifting weather, fragile rock, and the unglamorous reality of big-wall life—while Amity works through a serious finger injury. What makes this film hit is its focus on style, partnership, and headspace: the slow-burn tension of earning every pitch, the problem-solving that multiplies when you can’t just “try again tomorrow,” and the emotional swings from doubt to momentum to the final push. If you love big-wall climbing for its grit and commitment, this is a front-row seat to what it takes when the crux isn’t just the grade—it’s keeping it together all the way to the top. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKPN-6DZHnA https://www.youtube.com/embed/WKPN-6DZHnA 2024-09-09T21:35:53Z 2147 717391 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/WLv3eiMoKzE/the-north-face-presents-stone-spirit 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WLv3eiMoKzE/hqdefault.jpg The North Face Presents: Stone Spirit Daniel Woods and Matty Hong invite you into the sun-dappled forests of Ticino, Switzerland in The North Face Presents: Stone Spirit—a short, immersive climbing journey where granite and gneiss boulders feel as timeless as the mountains above them. With a mellow pace and an eye for place, the film follows their search for inspired movement, memorable problems, and the quiet magic that lives in good stone. Worth watching for its calming atmosphere and crisp, satisfying climbing, Stone Spirit balances effort and stillness in a way that feels true to bouldering at its best. You’ll get a hit of motivation without the noise: beautiful setting, focused attempts, and the simple pleasure of watching world-class climbers solve hard sequences with patience, creativity, and respect for the rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLv3eiMoKzE https://www.youtube.com/embed/WLv3eiMoKzE 2020-05-25T18:00:12Z 1279 10206 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/WOvm3nrGhvQ/chris-sharma-down-under 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WOvm3nrGhvQ/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma Down Under Chris Sharma Down Under follows iconic climber Chris Sharma on his first trip to Australia, where he trades the familiar for the unknown and dives headfirst into a landscape he’s long dreamed about. In just a few minutes, the film captures his curiosity and calm intensity as he explores striking terrain, quality stone, and the distinct character of climbing on the other side of the world. What makes it worth watching is how quickly it delivers that travel-and-climb rush: sunlit boulders, new movement on fresh rock, and the kind of stoke that comes from stepping into a place that feels both wild and welcoming. Whether you’re here for Sharma’s effortless style, a hit of motivation between sessions, or a bite-sized escape to “Down Under,” this is a smooth, inspiring snapshot of why climbers chase new horizons. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOvm3nrGhvQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/WOvm3nrGhvQ 2013-10-22T23:15:37Z 365 255304 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/WQ9sCAhRh1M/shawn-and-giuliano-in-fontainebleau 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WQ9sCAhRh1M/hqdefault.jpg Shawn and Giuliano in Fontainebleau Shawn and Giuliano in Fontainebleau drops you into the sandstone maze of the Forest of Fontainebleau for a winter session with two of bouldering’s most creative forces, Shawn Raboutou and Giuliano Cameroni. Filmed during their February 2017 trip and edited by Sean Morgan, this mellow-paced short captures the rhythm of Bleau: quiet approaches through the pines, careful brushwork, and precise movement on sloping, textured holds. What makes it worth your 16 minutes is the blend of style and difficulty—powerful tension, delicate footwork, and that uniquely Fontainebleau brand of problem-solving where a single body position can unlock an entire line. With iconic circuits and modern testpieces in the mix, you’ll get equal parts inspiration and escapism: crisp climbing, clean editing, and the kind of focus that makes you want to chalk up and try again, even from the couch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQ9sCAhRh1M https://www.youtube.com/embed/WQ9sCAhRh1M 2018-11-12T01:23:06Z 1013 43206 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/WeUoLWiVH8U/alex-honnold-solos-the-phoenix-5-13-behind-the-scenes 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WeUoLWiVH8U/hqdefault.jpg Alex Honnold Solos The Phoenix (5.13) - Behind The Scenes Step behind the camera for an intimate look at Alex Honnold’s legendary free solo of The Phoenix in Yosemite—one of the most demanding pitches ever climbed without a rope. Told through filmmaker Peter Mortimer’s perspective, this short film captures the tension, precision, and focus surrounding Honnold’s historic 2011 ropeless ascent. What makes this worth watching isn’t just the headline achievement—it’s the rare access to the moments around it: the quiet preparation, the razor-thin margins, and the mental control required to commit on hard crack climbing with no safety net. If you’ve ever wondered what “calm” looks like at the edge of possibility, this is it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeUoLWiVH8U https://www.youtube.com/embed/WeUoLWiVH8U 2022-12-16T19:40:38Z 564 4261472 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/WjAmnLFlkbk/the-north-face-rock-trip-01-shikoku 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WjAmnLFlkbk/hqdefault.jpg THE NORTH FACE Rock Trip #01 SHIKOKU THE NORTH FACE Rock Trip #01 SHIKOKU follows three standout Japanese climbers—Toru Nakajima, Akiyo Noguchi, and Tomoa Narasaki—on a late-2015 road trip in search of new stone. Trading competition walls for the raw uncertainty of outdoor climbing, they head to Shikoku, teaming up with local climbers to find and confront the region’s imposing rock and the challenges that come with it. What makes this trip worth your time is the blend of elite talent and genuine exploration: you’ll see how world-class strength translates when beta is scarce, conditions are real, and every attempt has consequences. With Shikoku’s distinctive landscape as a backdrop, the film captures the quiet rituals of a climbing day, the tension of committing to big moves, and the post-send reflections that reveal why traveling for climbing still feels like discovery—even at the very top. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjAmnLFlkbk https://www.youtube.com/embed/WjAmnLFlkbk 2016-05-09T10:12:08Z 1663 92417 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/WqdN4BeyATs/seb-takes-on-the-hardest-most-exposed-routes-in-verdon-seb-bouins-vintage-rock-t 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WqdN4BeyATs/hqdefault.jpg Seb Takes On The Hardest Most Exposed Routes In Verdon | Seb Bouin's Vintage Rock Tour Ep.2 Seb Bouin heads back to his home turf in the Verdon Gorge for episode two of Vintage Rock Tour, hunting down the hardest lines and the most stomach-flipping exposure this limestone cathedral can offer. With big air beneath his feet and sharp stone under his fingers, Seb links up with local legends and dives into a place where French sport climbing was forged—equal parts natural wonder and living museum. This is a short, punchy hit of adventure that blends serious climbing with the stories that shaped it: old-school rivalries, bold tactics, and the routes that became benchmarks for an entire generation. Expect sweeping voids, technical sequences, and that uniquely Verdon feeling of being suspended between sunlit rock and empty space—perfect viewing if you love strong movement, climbing history, and the thrill of committing high above the gorge. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqdN4BeyATs https://www.youtube.com/embed/WqdN4BeyATs 2020-05-14T17:44:04Z 901 1485 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/WuJI8S16JR4/adam-ondra-illusionist-9a-flatanger-norway-2013 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WuJI8S16JR4/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra - Illusionist 9a - Flatanger Norway (2013) Step into the shadowy overhangs of Flatanger’s legendary cave as Adam Ondra takes on “Illusionist” (9a), a route he named for its baffling, trickster-style sequences. Filmed on Norway’s wild, wave-carved coast and shared by Bernartwood, this 2013 ascent captures Ondra in full problem-solving mode—reading subtle holds, testing impossible body positions, and committing to moves that seem to vanish the moment you try them. What makes this short film so satisfying is how clearly it shows the real work behind top-end sport climbing: the micro-adjustments, the resets, the patience, and then the sudden, decisive flow when everything clicks. The Flatanger setting adds its own drama—steep limestone, cave atmosphere, and the sense that you’re watching modern climbing right at its cutting edge. If you love powerful movement, clever beta, and the tension of a hard redpoint coming together, “Illusionist” delivers in just over twelve minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuJI8S16JR4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/WuJI8S16JR4 2014-09-03T23:39:59.000Z 731 366592 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Wz73lqhL8Ro/hunger-9a-a-fourteen-year-journey 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Wz73lqhL8Ro/hqdefault.jpg Hunger 9a: a fourteen year journey Dave MacLeod takes you inside a project that refused to go quietly in Hunger 9a: a fourteen year journey. First attempted in 2007 and set aside when it felt out of reach, “Hunger” becomes a long-running question mark—one that follows him through years of learning, setbacks, and evolution as a climber, until he returns to the Scottish rock with the experience and hunger to finally see it through. In under ten minutes, this film captures the rare mix of obsession and patience that defines top-end sport climbing: the mental weight of unfinished business, the precision of rehearsal, and the unglamorous work of preparation. It’s worth watching for the honest look at what “getting stronger” really means over time—structured training, deliberate planning, and the grit to keep showing up when the route doesn’t care how much you want it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wz73lqhL8Ro https://www.youtube.com/embed/Wz73lqhL8Ro 2019-11-05T22:49:37.000Z 599 55979 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/X-5om6lG_d8/drew-ruana-redpointing-just-do-it-5-14c-at-smith-rock 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/X-5om6lG_d8/hqdefault.jpg Drew Ruana redpointing Just Do It 5.14c at Smith Rock Fifteen-year-old phenom Drew Ruana heads to Smith Rock, Oregon, with one goal in mind: to redpoint the legendary Just Do It (5.14c). Filmed on a Veterans Day holiday trip and shared on the christineruana channel, this 23-minute ascent follows the focus, setbacks, and resolve behind a milestone send on one of America’s most iconic hard sport routes. What makes this worth watching is the full arc of a redpoint—learning sequences, managing nerves, and coming back sharper after each attempt—until everything clicks. It’s a front-row seat to elite-level movement and youthful composure on steep, technical climbing, and a reminder of why Smith Rock is a proving ground: precision, patience, and pure commitment when the margins are razor thin. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-5om6lG_d8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/X-5om6lG_d8 2015-02-04T04:35:31Z 1415 55428 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/X03eztjrMNA/climbing-mount-everest-summit-day 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/X03eztjrMNA/hqdefault.jpg Climbing Mount Everest - Summit Day Join Ryan Mitchell on one of the most intense mornings in alpinism: the push from Camp 4 to the summit of Mount Everest. With oxygen on, headlamp hours ticking by, and the mountain deciding who gets to pass, this is a front-row look at what “summit day” really feels like. What makes this film worth watching is the raw, moment-to-moment reality—managing cold, fatigue, and altitude while moving with purpose in the death zone. Backed by Garret Madison and his Sherpa team, it’s an honest snapshot of teamwork, preparation, and the thin line between ambition and survival on the world’s highest peak. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X03eztjrMNA https://www.youtube.com/embed/X03eztjrMNA 2024-06-01T02:47:20Z 1664 6436433 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/XPY5hFtUW1o/mammut-athletes-teamtrip-peak-district-2010 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XPY5hFtUW1o/hqdefault.jpg Mammut Athletes: Teamtrip Peak District 2010 Mammut Athletes: Teamtrip Peak District 2010 drops you into a fast-moving road trip with an all-star crew—Anna Stöhr, Alex Johnson, David Lama, Cédéric Lachat, Magnus Midtboe, and Jakob Schubert—as they trade plastic holds for the legendary gritstone blocs around Sheffield. In just over twelve minutes, the film captures the unique character of England’s Peak District: rough rock, subtle movement, and a proud, no-shortcuts tradition where clean climbing isn’t a slogan—it’s the rule. What makes this worth watching is the contrast between world-class athleticism and a place that refuses to be tamed by power alone. Expect crisp bouldering on sloping grit, quickfire sessions across iconic blocks, and the culture shock of “cordless drills have no place here” ethics that force even the strongest climbers to slow down, read the rock, and earn every try. It’s a compact hit of UK climbing atmosphere—part travel vignette, part style lesson, all momentum. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPY5hFtUW1o https://www.youtube.com/embed/XPY5hFtUW1o 2010-12-09T20:04:41.000Z 753 159405 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/XSHmBBPeFzE/nalle-hukkataival-ninja-skills-8b-fa 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XSHmBBPeFzE/hqdefault.jpg Nalle Hukkataival Ninja Skills (8B+) FA Nalle Hukkataival Ninja Skills (8B+) FA follows Nalle Hukkataival as he puts down the first ascent of “Ninja Skills” in Sobrio, Switzerland—a short, sharp slice of high-end bouldering from the era when V14 projects were still shrouded in mystery. In under six minutes, you get a front-row view of Nalle’s trademark precision as he turns a brutal sequence of tiny edges, pockets, and slopers into something that looks almost unreal. What makes this worth your time is the purity of the moment: minimal fuss, maximum commitment. Expect tense attempts, explosive movement, and that unmistakable pressure of a true first ascent where every try teaches something new. If you love watching elite problem-solving on stone—raw power controlled by perfect timing—this is a compact hit of inspiration you’ll replay. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSHmBBPeFzE https://www.youtube.com/embed/XSHmBBPeFzE 2009-12-25T00:01:26.000Z 344 85692 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/XSL1IAV_xrQ/monkey-see-monkey-do-sonnie-trotter-climbing-presto-in-a-retro-trad-stylie 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XSL1IAV_xrQ/hqdefault.jpg Monkey See Monkey Do: Sonnie Trotter Climbing Presto in a Retro-Trad stylie Sonnie Trotter brings his signature calm and commitment to Squamish granite in this punchy clip from Hot Aches Productions, “Monkey See Monkey Do,” as he tackles the classic line Presto in a retro-trad stylie. In just over four minutes, you’re dropped straight into the focus, movement, and decision-making that define real trad climbing—where every placement counts and style is part of the statement. What makes this worth watching is the mix of precision and personality: clean technique on steep, textured rock, the quiet tension of gear-by-gear progress, and that unmistakable Squamish atmosphere. It’s a quick hit of inspiration that captures why we chase trad routes in the first place—composure under pressure, the thrill of solving a line on the fly, and the satisfaction of doing it your way. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSL1IAV_xrQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/XSL1IAV_xrQ 2010-03-08T01:25:53.000Z 268 70603 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/XXW0pTnkQjc/the-worlds-hardest-boulder-burden-of-dreams-9a-v17-season1 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XXW0pTnkQjc/hqdefault.jpg The world's hardest boulder - Burden of Dreams 9A/V17 || Season1 Ryuichi Murai heads to Finland for his first visit and sets his sights on one of climbing’s most iconic modern tests: Burden of Dreams. In just a few minutes, this film captures the intensity of stepping onto a boulder problem that has defined the top end of the sport. If you love high-end bouldering, this is pure focus—precision on razor holds, the battle with conditions, and the mental effort it takes to commit when every move feels irreversible. It’s a short, high-pressure glimpse into what “world’s hardest” really means when the camera is rolling and the stakes are personal. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXW0pTnkQjc https://www.youtube.com/embed/XXW0pTnkQjc 2024-07-06T13:51:51Z 264 93752 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/XdOzbM_7GMI/alex-honnold-tommy-caldwell-speed-climb-the-nose-epic-timelapse 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XdOzbM_7GMI/hqdefault.jpg Alex Honnold & Tommy Caldwell Speed Climb The Nose - Epic Timelapse! On June 6, 2018, Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell made history by climbing The Nose on El Capitan in just 1 hour, 58 minutes, and 7 seconds — smashing the speed record and achieving Honnold's lifelong dream of a sub-2-hour ascent. This short but stunning film captures that record-breaking effort from bottom to top in a single, continuous timelapse shot, compressing one of the greatest athletic achievements in climbing history into under three minutes. Watching two of the world's greatest climbers move in perfect synchrony up 3,000 feet of Yosemite granite is mesmerizing — the timelapse format makes the audacity of their pace viscerally real in a way that statistics alone never could. If this taste leaves you wanting more, the full hour-long documentary from Reel Rock 14 tells the complete story behind this legendary day on El Cap. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdOzbM_7GMI https://www.youtube.com/embed/XdOzbM_7GMI 2020-03-25T22:07:50Z 163 2234720 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/XdaR-u-4MiQ/black-diamond-presents-big-walls-to-low-balls-with-alex-honnold 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XdaR-u-4MiQ/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond Presents: Big Walls to Low Balls with Alex Honnold In Black Diamond Presents: Big Walls to Low Balls, Alex Honnold steps away from the towering objectives he’s famous for and takes you into the smaller, subtler side of his climbing life in Red Rocks. What starts as expectations of endless big-wall grandeur turns into a tour of the compact projects he uses to stay sharp and expand his toolkit. It’s a quick hit of Honnold’s mindset: confidence comes from range, not just reputation. Watch for the contrast between “big send” legend and everyday training sessions on sandstone—where precision, control, and comfort on the rock get built one low ball at a time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdaR-u-4MiQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/XdaR-u-4MiQ 2021-06-03T13:37:40Z 349 365002 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Xn8SaTntzG8/now-thats-what-i-call-a-first-ascent-ep6-rhapsody-e11-dave-macleod 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Xn8SaTntzG8/hqdefault.jpg Now That's What I Call a First Ascent - EP6 - Rhapsody, E11, Dave MacLeod In Episode 6 of Now That’s What I Call a First Ascent, Hot Aches Productions follows Dave MacLeod to Dumbarton, Scotland, for a look at Rhapsody—an infamous E11 trad testpiece that’s become shorthand for bold, serious climbing. In under eleven minutes, the film drops you into the atmosphere of hard Scottish rock: technical sequences, consequential protection, and the quiet intensity that comes with committing to something that doesn’t offer easy retreats. What makes this one worth your time is how clearly it captures the unique tension of top-end trad—where mastery isn’t just about strength, but about judgment, composure, and the ability to keep moving when the stakes feel real. If you like climbing films that trade hype for focus, and want a sharp hit of inspiration from one of the sport’s most driven climbers on one of the UK’s most storied lines, this episode delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xn8SaTntzG8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Xn8SaTntzG8 2016-04-07T13:45:39.000Z 655 61556 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Xp0aHPoXfxs/steve-mcclure-makes-epic-climb-of-6-pitch-verdon-8b-super-route 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Xp0aHPoXfxs/hqdefault.jpg Steve McClure makes epic climb of 6-pitch Verdon 8b super route Britain’s leading sport climber Steve McClure teams up with the quietly formidable Neil Mawson for a dizzying day in France’s Verdon Gorge, taking on a spectacular 6-pitch 8b “super route” high above the river. With big exposure, relentless climbing, and the pressure of linking pitch after pitch, their attempt quickly turns into more than a straightforward send when they drift off route and have to problem-solve on the fly. This film is worth watching for the mix of commitment and improvisation that only multi-pitch sport in a wild setting can deliver: the building fatigue, the route-finding decisions, and the mental reset required when plans unravel. Shot with a sharp eye for scale and atmosphere, it captures the Verdon’s sheer walls and the intensity of two elite climbers digging deep—equal parts inspiring performance and authentic adventure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xp0aHPoXfxs https://www.youtube.com/embed/Xp0aHPoXfxs 2018-04-25T12:55:17.000Z 1349 104591 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Xp83UFuKxyE/desert-ice-a-3-strings-video-production 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Xp83UFuKxyE/hqdefault.jpg Desert Ice: a 3 Strings video production. Desert Ice: a 3 Strings video production drops into the unlikely winter world of Zion National Park, where steep desert walls hide fleeting ribbons of climbable ice. Following Jesse Huey, Scott Adamson, Angela VanWiemeersch, and Pete Takeda, the film captures the hunt for conditions, the navigation into remote canyons, and the sharp-edged commitment of ice climbing when the objective exists only for a brief window. What makes it worth watching is the mix of awe and urgency: huge, rarely formed lines, dark humor, and the constant sense that nature sets the schedule, not the climbers. With Arc’teryx and 3 Strings behind the lens, expect crisp cinematography, grounded athlete commentary, and the kind of tension that comes from treating every swing like a decision you can’t take back—part adventure, part expedition, and all-in on the moment when “when it is in, it’s in.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xp83UFuKxyE https://www.youtube.com/embed/Xp83UFuKxyE 2014-10-27T17:15:07.000Z 712 183138 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/XrB8_I31JN8/sessions-girls-gone-wild-in-clear-creek-isabelle-faus-alex-puccio 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XrB8_I31JN8/hqdefault.jpg Sessions /// girls gone wild in clear creek /// Isabelle Faus & Alex Puccio A crisp winter session in Colorado’s Clear Creek Canyon sets the stage for this high-energy bouldering short from hardclimbs, featuring Alex Puccio and Isabelle Faus putting in serious work on iconic lines. From Puccio locking in on “Halfway Crooks” and “Off the Books” to Faus firing a strong repeat, the film captures that familiar mix of cold fingertips, focused attempts, and big-move commitment that defines a true day out on the rocks. What makes this one pop is the no-frills, get-after-it vibe: powerful sequences, quick resets, and the kind of persistence that turns a sketchy start into a clean topout. With Daniel Woods in the mix taking swings at “KookSlams,” you get an extra dose of top-tier intensity—strong climbers pushing hard, trading tries, and keeping the stoke high even when the conditions bite. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrB8_I31JN8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/XrB8_I31JN8 2019-02-17T00:24:11.000Z 698 27158 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Y3UDkcH5KzI/ganesh-5-14a-first-ascent-by-g-r-me-pouvreau 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Y3UDkcH5KzI/hqdefault.jpg Ganesh [5.14a] First ascent by Gérôme Pouvreau Ganesh [5.14a] First ascent by Gérôme Pouvreau follows French climber Gérôme Pouvreau to Badami, India, where he takes on “Ganesh” (8B+/5.14a), a striking sport route bolted by Alex Chabot and rumored to be one of the area’s true jewels. In this 15-minute Petzl Sport film by Vladimir Cellier and Julien Nadiras, the sandstone, the small-town rhythm, and the quiet intensity of a first ascent frame a personal push on one of the hardest lines around. What makes it worth watching is the raw, unglamorous reality behind a breakthrough: Pouvreau fights through illness, an infected foot, and a tick bite, yet still commits to the day and finds a way to perform. The film captures that special mix of suffering and precision that defines elite redpointing—micro-beta, rising doubt, and the moment everything finally clicks—while showcasing a destination that feels adventurous, human, and refreshingly off the usual climbing circuit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3UDkcH5KzI https://www.youtube.com/embed/Y3UDkcH5KzI 2011-01-03T16:14:07.000Z 924 134090 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Y9I9C9CZ3lc/classic-9a-biographie-pushes-seb-to-his-limits-seb-bouins-vintage-rock-tour-ep-3 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Y9I9C9CZ3lc/hqdefault.jpg Classic 9a+ Biographie Pushes Seb To His Limits | Seb Bouin's Vintage Rock Tour Ep.3 Seb Bouin heads to Céüse for Episode 3 of his Vintage Rock Tour, stepping onto one of France’s most iconic sport cliffs to test himself on the legendary line Biographie—made famous by Chris Sharma. With the history of the crag all around him, Seb dives into the climbs that helped turn Céüse into a modern myth. What makes this one hit is the mix of heritage and raw effort: a world-class athlete grappling with a true benchmark route, plus stories from local legends that put every move in context. If you love classic testpieces, sharp limestone, and the mental grind of trying hard above the bolts, this is a concentrated shot of why sport climbing becomes an obsession. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9I9C9CZ3lc https://www.youtube.com/embed/Y9I9C9CZ3lc 2020-10-02T14:14:08Z 752 152576 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YGV2ADbKpcQ/arcteryx-gimp-monkeys 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YGV2ADbKpcQ/hqdefault.jpg Arc'teryx - Gimp Monkeys Arc'teryx - Gimp Monkeys follows Arc'teryx athlete Craig DeMartino alongside Jarem Frye and Pete Davis as they set their sights on one of Yosemite’s ultimate tests: El Capitan. With the 1,800-foot Zodiac looming above the Valley, the film captures a simple, stubborn truth at the heart of their mission—climbers first, disabled second—as they commit to the wall and the work it demands. What makes this short film so gripping is how directly it translates big-wall climbing into felt experience: the exposure, the systems, the teamwork, and the steady accumulation of small decisions that add up to upward progress. It’s a tight hit of Yosemite scale and resolve—equal parts inspiration and realism—that leaves you wanting to chalk up, tie in, and see what you’re capable of when the route gets steep. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGV2ADbKpcQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/YGV2ADbKpcQ 2012-10-29T04:43:50.000Z 510 120405 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YLL7umVNEdc/5-neil-greshams-masterclass-technique-introduction 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YLL7umVNEdc/hqdefault.jpg 5 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Technique Introduction Step into the Neil Gresham Climbing Masterclass with this Technique Introduction, a brisk, insight-packed opener that sets the tone for smarter, more effective climbing. In just a few minutes, Neil lays out the foundations of movement and skill-building—how to think about technique, why it matters on real rock, and what you can start paying attention to the next time you tie in. What makes this worth watching is its clarity and focus: it’s a quick reset for your climbing brain, whether you’re new to structured coaching or you’ve been climbing for years and want to sharpen the basics. Expect practical, no-nonsense guidance that helps you spot inefficiencies, climb with more control, and get more from every session—perfect as a warm-up before training or as the first chapter in a deeper masterclass journey. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLL7umVNEdc https://www.youtube.com/embed/YLL7umVNEdc 2016-02-21T10:45:09.000Z 342 78154 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YM510IO8P_w/alex-megos-sends-a-wild-8c-dyno-pitch-epic-climber-ep-2 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YM510IO8P_w/hqdefault.jpg Alex Megos Sends A Wild 8c Dyno Pitch | Epic Climber, Ep. 2 Alex Megos Sends A Wild 8c Dyno Pitch | Epic Climber, Ep. 2 drops you into the sharp end of a high-stakes sport-climbing battle in France, where one broken sequence turns an already hard pitch into something downright outrageous. After Tommy Caldwell snaps off the only usable holds at the crux, Megos is forced to improvise a wild, sideways dyno under the roof, with Hazel Findlay nearby offering calm advice as he zeroes in on the move that suddenly defines the whole climb. What makes this episode so addictive is how quickly it becomes more than just “can he do it?”—it’s a lesson in decision-making when everything is on the line. You’ll feel the tension of rapid-fire attempts, the razor-thin margin between confidence and impatience, and the visceral moment where power, precision, and nerve have to line up perfectly. In just a few minutes, it captures the raw psychology of trying hard: the doubt, the stubbornness, the recalculation, and the payoff that only a truly committing crux can deliver. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YM510IO8P_w https://www.youtube.com/embed/YM510IO8P_w 2015-04-23T08:35:58.000Z 376 255075 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YMtYYGyHVRg/rock-trip-japan-2013-daniel-woods 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YMtYYGyHVRg/hqdefault.jpg ROCK TRIP JAPAN 2013 Daniel woods ROCK TRIP JAPAN 2013 follows a high-energy bouldering tour through Japan with an all-star crew from THE NORTH FACE: Daniel Woods, Yuji Hirayama, Akiyo Noguchi, and Kim Jain. Across two days split between the coastal cliffs of Jogasaki and the river-worn stone of Shiobara, the film captures the rhythm of a climbing trip—new rock, unfamiliar movement, quick partnerships, and the quiet intensity that builds before a serious attempt. The centerpiece is Woods on Hydrangia (V15), chasing the razor-thin margins that separate a close call from a historic send, while the rest of the team brings their own style and precision to every session. Expect crisp footage of world-class bouldering, a sense of place that makes each venue feel distinct, and the kind of motivation that comes from watching elite climbers problem-solve in real time—power, poise, and persistence on beautiful stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMtYYGyHVRg https://www.youtube.com/embed/YMtYYGyHVRg 2013-04-18T02:47:17.000Z 1117 174511 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YOCwtzqZXWU/alasha-jakob-schubert-on-mallorcas-hardest-deep-water-solo-lines-part-1 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YOCwtzqZXWU/hqdefault.jpg Alasha - Jakob Schubert on Mallorca's hardest deep water solo lines | Part 1 Jakob Schubert heads to Mallorca for his first real deep water solo trip and immediately dives into the island’s cutting-edge lines. Part 1 follows his process on Alasha, a Chris Sharma test piece, as Jakob fights for the second ascent with the ocean far below. What makes this one gripping is the head game: an 8a boulder crux executed around 15 meters above the water, where precision and hesitation have real consequences. With iconic stops like Es Pontas and Cova del Diablo along the way, it’s a tense, beautiful look at world-class climbing where commitment matters as much as strength. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOCwtzqZXWU https://www.youtube.com/embed/YOCwtzqZXWU 2023-07-20T09:17:15Z 1424 198716 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YPEHKwF1LAU/adam-ondra-64-one-more-try 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YPEHKwF1LAU/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #64: One More Try! Adam Ondra #64: One More Try! drops you into a super-fresh outdoor sport climbing session with one of the sport’s most driven athletes. Away from archive recaps and straight into the rock, Adam brings you along for a focused day of “trying hard” as he pushes on a demanding line, blending vlog-style immediacy with the intensity of real attempts. What makes this short episode so watchable is its honest rhythm: the micro-adjustments, the resets, the decision-making, and the stubborn optimism that turns failure into progress. It’s a quick hit of motivation and craft from a climber on the Road to Tokyo era—raw effort, sharp execution, and that addictive feeling that the next go could be the one. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPEHKwF1LAU https://www.youtube.com/embed/YPEHKwF1LAU 2020-05-04T18:14:35Z 577 15410 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YQwNaXOUqtc/the-simple-life 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YQwNaXOUqtc/hqdefault.jpg The Simple Life In The Simple Life, filmmaker Cameron Maier follows legendary boulderer Dave Graham into the high-country zones of Guanella Pass and Wild Basin, where days are measured in chalk, weather windows, and the quiet ritual of trying hard. Centered around Graham firing on elite V15 terrain—most notably The Ice Knife—this short film captures the stripped-down rhythm of life on rock: hike in, dial the moves, and commit when it counts. What makes it worth your ten minutes is the blend of precision and atmosphere: powerful climbing, a sense of place, and the calm intensity of a master at work. It’s a focused hit of bouldering inspiration that celebrates the beauty of keeping things simple—no noise, no hype, just granite, effort, and the satisfaction of sticking the line. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQwNaXOUqtc https://www.youtube.com/embed/YQwNaXOUqtc 2019-06-10T21:55:43Z 621 8146 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YR2oJRzI_QA/storror-try-deep-water-solo 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YR2oJRzI_QA/hqdefault.jpg STORROR Try Deep Water Solo STORROR steps out of the urban skyline and into the ocean for a first-hand taste of deep water soloing—where the only “pad” is the sea and every move has consequences. Blending their signature fearlessness with a new kind of exposure, the crew learns what it means to commit above water with nothing but movement skill and nerve. If you love watching athletes adapt on the fly, this one delivers: real reactions, playful chaos, and the constant tension of trying hard while knowing a miss means a splash. It’s a crossover film that captures the addictive mix of risk, flow, and freedom that makes DWS so watchable—equal parts adventure, technique, and pure fun. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YR2oJRzI_QA https://www.youtube.com/embed/YR2oJRzI_QA 2025-10-06T16:01:00Z 2913 537417 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YWLEoGO8dRw/michael-orourke-no-pressure 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YWLEoGO8dRw/hqdefault.jpg Michael O'Rourke | No Pressure Michael O’Rourke | No Pressure follows Michael O’Rourke as he steps away from the expectations of the professional climbing world and reconnects with the reason he started climbing in the first place: pure enjoyment. Released on Mad Rock and shot by Three Peak Films, this short, punchy portrait captures a climber choosing curiosity, play, and passion over pressure. In just four minutes, it’s a reminder of what makes bouldering and sport climbing so addictive—the simple thrill of movement, the satisfaction of training with purpose, and the freedom of chasing lines that feel good. Whether you’re deep in a performance cycle or just getting into climbing, this film is an uplifting reset: the best climber isn’t the most decorated, it’s the one having the most fun. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWLEoGO8dRw https://www.youtube.com/embed/YWLEoGO8dRw 2018-01-24T20:34:00.000Z 241 7603 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YafEVrn0mtw/enter-the-lark 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YafEVrn0mtw/hqdefault.jpg Enter the LARK Enter the LARK drops you into the sun-baked stone of Gateway Canyon outside Las Vegas as Dave Graham takes on Meadowlark Lemon—an iconic, ultra-hard boulder that demands absolute precision. In under ten minutes, Cameron Maier captures the quiet intensity of a V15 project where every attempt sharpens the edge between frustration and focus, and every move has to be earned. What makes this one worth watching is the clarity of the challenge: powerful sequences, subtle body positions, and the patient problem-solving that defines cutting-edge bouldering. It’s a tight, satisfying hit of modern climbing—strong visuals, serious difficulty, and the unmistakable moment when commitment finally clicks and the line goes down. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YafEVrn0mtw https://www.youtube.com/embed/YafEVrn0mtw 2019-06-12T15:49:49.000Z 566 5493 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YafSnTSMOKY/black-diamond-presents-shawn-raboutou-devilution-v16 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YafSnTSMOKY/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond presents: Shawn Raboutou - “Devilution” V16 Black Diamond welcomes Shawn Raboutou to their team in style, capturing his second ascent of "Devilution" V16 — the low start to Jason Kehl's legendary "Evolution" V12 at Chaos Canyon in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. The low start sat as an open project for years until Sean Bailey unlocked the first ascent earlier in 2024, and Raboutou wasted no time following suit with a stunning repeat. This short film is a masterclass in elite bouldering, showcasing Raboutou's signature precision and power on one of the hardest boulder problems in North America. Backed by a killer soundtrack featuring Joy Division and the Beastie Boys, and shot beautifully by Eric Bissell and Spenser Tang-Smith, it's a must-watch for anyone who follows the cutting edge of the sport. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YafSnTSMOKY https://www.youtube.com/embed/YafSnTSMOKY 2024-04-03T15:54:04Z 282 220624 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Yczxqv30Cf4/jakob-schubert-fight-or-flight-9b 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Yczxqv30Cf4/hqdefault.jpg Jakob Schubert "Fight or Flight" 9b ! Jakob Schubert “Fight or Flight” 9b! drops you into the steep limestone of Oliana, Spain, where one of the world’s most gifted climbers goes all-in on a modern testpiece. Shot with the immediacy of a quick-hit send video, it captures Jakob’s focused attempt to link the moves and claim Fight or Flight on a day that makes the effort even more personal. What makes this worth your four minutes is the pure intensity: crisp sequences, high-stakes decision-making, and that unmistakable shift from trying to committing when everything has to click. If you love watching elite climbing distilled to its essentials—precision on razor holds, calm under pressure, and a finish that feels earned—this is a short, sharp dose of inspiration that lingers well beyond the final clip. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yczxqv30Cf4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Yczxqv30Cf4 2015-02-19T11:20:14.000Z 261 42374 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Yn2tHcZEnF0/alex-honnold-climbs-angola 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Yn2tHcZEnF0/hqdefault.jpg Alex Honnold Climbs Angola Alex Honnold Climbs Angola follows one of the world’s most accomplished free climbers as he travels to Angola, a country still marked by the aftermath of a decades-long civil war. Drawn by massive, rarely touched walls and the promise of true exploration, Honnold’s trip quickly becomes more than a climbing mission as he encounters the people, history, and high-stakes realities that shape life beyond the rock. What makes this short film so gripping is the tension between adventure and consequence: breathtaking lines on pristine stone set against a landscape where danger isn’t just exposure and loose holds, but what’s hidden underfoot. With VICE Sports’ on-the-ground storytelling, you’ll get a mix of big-climb ambition, cultural discovery, and the kind of unpredictable characters and situations that turn a climbing trip into an unforgettable, only-in-this-place journey. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn2tHcZEnF0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Yn2tHcZEnF0 2015-12-15T16:11:48.000Z 1654 3024487 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YqyXtf4azgQ/barbara-zangerl-nina-caprez-neverending-story-8b 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YqyXtf4azgQ/hqdefault.jpg Barbara Zangerl - Nina Caprez - Neverending Story 8b+ Barbara Zangerl and Nina Caprez take on one of alpine climbing’s most iconic endurance tests: The Neverending Story (Unendliche Geschichte) 8b+ in the Rätikon. First established by Beat Kammerlander when it was considered the hardest multipitch route in the world, this razor-sharp line has remained so demanding that, more than 25 years later, only a tiny handful of climbers have managed a repeat. In just over fourteen minutes, Alpsolut Moving Pictures captures what it takes to translate cutting-edge sport-climbing ability onto a committing wall where every pitch matters. This film is worth watching for its rare look at elite performance in an unforgiving setting: long sequences of sustained difficulty, the rhythm of belays and lead changes, and the mental discipline required when there’s no easy way out. Beyond the grades, it’s a sharp, motivating portrait of partnership and precision—two climbers moving with purpose, managing fear and fatigue, and earning every meter of progress on a route that has humbled almost everyone who’s tried it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqyXtf4azgQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/YqyXtf4azgQ 2018-03-06T17:57:31Z 862 81390 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/YwjAQMQVfsE/daisuke-ichimiya-climb-some-boulder-in-japan 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YwjAQMQVfsE/hqdefault.jpg Daisuke Ichimiya climb some boulder in Japan Daisuke Ichimiya climb some boulder in Japan follows Japanese climber Daisuke Ichimiya as he tackles a bouldering line on home soil, captured with a straightforward, up-close lens. With Chikara Ishizuka behind the camera, the film keeps the focus on movement, texture, and the quiet intensity that builds as each attempt reveals the problem’s character. What makes this worth your eight minutes is the purity of it: no distractions, just a climber reading holds, adjusting tactics, and committing when the sequence finally clicks. It’s the kind of session that reminds you why bouldering is so addictive—small margins, big decisions, and the satisfaction of progress measured in inches. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwjAQMQVfsE https://www.youtube.com/embed/YwjAQMQVfsE 2017-07-18T05:42:22.000Z 490 9714 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Z5tvCy9Qqk0/2-neil-greshams-masterclass-components-of-climbing 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Z5tvCy9Qqk0/hqdefault.jpg 2 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Components of Climbing Neil Gresham’s Masterclass: Components of Climbing breaks down the building blocks that turn effort into real progress on the wall. In this short, focused lesson from Crux Films, Gresham zooms in on the key elements that make up strong climbing—how technique, movement skills, and smart training choices combine to create confident, efficient performance on rock. Worth watching for its clear, coach’s-eye perspective, this episode helps you connect the dots between what you practice and how you actually climb. Whether you’re trying to stop wasting energy on steep terrain, improve your consistency on routes, or simply train with more purpose, Gresham’s concise pointers give you a useful framework you can apply on your very next session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5tvCy9Qqk0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/Z5tvCy9Qqk0 2016-02-17T21:57:55.000Z 256 77679 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ZG9znW0JcA8/5-byakudo-v15-8c 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZG9znW0JcA8/hqdefault.jpg 【鳳来】白道 5段+ (Byakudo V15/8C) ボルダリング In this short film from Ryuichi Murai, you’re taken to the forested granite of Hourai, Japan, for a close-up look at Byakudo (V15/8C) — a famously hard line labeled “5段+” in local grading. Shot on April 7, 2019, it follows the attempt with an unpolished, in-the-moment feel that puts you right at the base of the boulder, tracking each movement toward the finish. What makes this worth watching is the raw reality of top-end bouldering: micro-adjustments, commitment, and the tension of holding it together when the margin for error is basically zero. The video doesn’t try to glamorize the process — there’s shake, there’s grit, and there’s even a caution about dirt and moss near the top — which only makes the final sequence more satisfying. If you love seeing how V15 gets solved outdoors, this is a quick hit of focus, atmosphere, and pure problem-solving. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZG9znW0JcA8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZG9znW0JcA8 2019-12-14T12:11:39.000Z 387 21368 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ZOScetWwEwc/a-line-across-the-sky-tommy-caldwell-and-alex-honnold 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZOScetWwEwc/hqdefault.jpg A Line Across the Sky | Tommy Caldwell and Alex Honnold Long considered impossible, the Fitz Traverse draws an audacious line across Patagonia’s most iconic skyline: Cerro Fitz Roy and its satellite peaks. In this short film from Patagonia, Tommy Caldwell and Alex Honnold seize a rare weather window to attempt the four-mile, 13,000-foot traverse of snow- and ice-covered rock—linking summits with complex route finding, exposure, and relentless rappels in a committing alpine setting. Worth watching for its pure sense of scale and consequence, this is big-mountain climbing distilled into seven intense minutes. You’ll get a front-row look at what it takes to move efficiently through constantly changing terrain, manage risk when retreat is hard, and keep going when the margin for error is thin—plus the rare chemistry of two of the sport’s most driven partners working as one above the clouds. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOScetWwEwc https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZOScetWwEwc 2015-01-05T16:44:13.000Z 439 1734752 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ZRTNHDd0gL8/silence 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZRTNHDd0gL8/hqdefault.jpg Silence Silence follows Adam Ondra into the shadowed sweep of Norway’s Hanshelleren Cave as he works toward a moment that redefined the limits of sport climbing. Directed by Bernardo Giménez, the film traces the lead-up to September 3, 2017—when Ondra finally linked his long-term project and named it Silence, proposing the first-ever 9c and setting a new benchmark for difficulty. What makes this worth your time is how it captures the real texture of a breakthrough: the obsessive rehearsal, the failed links, the quiet recalibration after each attempt, and the razor-thin line between control and chaos on steep limestone. It’s a front-row seat to elite performance under pressure—equal parts atmospheric cave climbing, intimate process, and the kind of commitment that turns a single afternoon into climbing history. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRTNHDd0gL8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZRTNHDd0gL8 2018-02-23T21:07:14.000Z 1061 3462039 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ZT8A6Y7MwnA/committed-ii-dave-macleod-climbing-the-hurting 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZT8A6Y7MwnA/hqdefault.jpg Committed II: Dave MacLeod climbing The Hurting Committed II: Dave MacLeod climbing The Hurting drops you into the raw Scottish winter as MacLeod takes on “The Hurting,” a notoriously unforgiving line that blurs the edges between ice climbing and mixed climbing. In just a few minutes, Hot Aches Productions captures the cold bite, the steepness, and the stakes—where every tool placement and crampon point has to count, and the margin for error feels as thin as the ice itself. What makes this clip so watchable is its no-nonsense intensity: hard climbing, real exposure, and the ever-present possibility of a fall, delivered with the focused pacing Hot Aches is known for. If you want a quick hit of winter psych—equal parts inspiration and respect for what it takes to commit when conditions, terrain, and fatigue all push back—this is a short, sharp reminder of why climbing’s most memorable moments are earned. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZT8A6Y7MwnA https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZT8A6Y7MwnA 2010-04-13T06:23:38.000Z 388 131554 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ZW4xmNX1t34/basilicata-stray-rocks 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZW4xmNX1t34/hqdefault.jpg Basilicata Stray Rocks Basilicata Stray Rocks follows the Rock Slave team on their XP 2015 adventure through the “Dolomiti Lucane,” where sculpted sandstone towers and boulders set the stage around Castelmezzano and the striking Pietra del Toro. Guided by an old 1980s report from Alessandro Gogna, they trade the familiar for the unknown, heading south to hunt for hidden rock treasures and bring new lines to light. What makes this short film so satisfying is its blend of exploration and craft: the quiet work behind the sends, days spent searching, cleaning, and equipping, and the shared momentum of a crew building something together. With a distinctly Italian atmosphere and a focus on raw, textured stone, it’s an inspiring watch for anyone who loves bouldering, discovery, and the feeling of leaving a small, earned trace in a wild place. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZW4xmNX1t34 https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZW4xmNX1t34 2016-05-30T16:30:30.000Z 1178 7159 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ZXZymKebBXA/uncut-daniel-woods-vs-bhai-bon-8b-v14 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZXZymKebBXA/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Daniel Woods vs. Bhai Bon (8B+/V14) Daniel Woods heads to the sunbaked sandstone of Siurana, Spain, for an unfiltered session on Bhai Bon (8B+/V14) — a landmark boulder problem first climbed by Dave Graham and perched above the iconic La Olla. In just a few minutes, Uncut captures the quiet intensity of a top climber measuring himself against a piece of modern bouldering history, where every attempt sharpens the line between possibility and failure. What makes this worth watching is the raw, no-frills feel: real tries, real decisions, and the subtle adjustments that turn a near-send into a breakthrough. It’s a concentrated dose of high-end bouldering — skin-on-rock movement, tension, and commitment — set in one of Europe’s most storied venues, and a perfect watch when you want pure climbing without the noise. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXZymKebBXA https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZXZymKebBXA 2018-12-23T17:54:27.000Z 136 34674 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ZeBSmBAzXnk/vanitas-8c 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZeBSmBAzXnk/hqdefault.jpg 【鳳来】ヴァニタス ５段＋(Vanitas 8C) Step into Japan’s renowned Hourai boulders in Aichi Prefecture as Ryuichi Murai takes on “Vanitas,” a formidable 5段＋ (8C) testpiece. In just over five minutes, the film centers on the razor-thin margin between control and chaos that defines top-end bouldering, capturing the intensity of committing to hard moves where every micro-adjustment matters. What makes this worth watching is the clear story of problem-solving under pressure: a lower-section right-hand adjustment that refuses to cooperate, and the smart use of heel hooks to turn a brutal start into something repeatable and stable. It’s a tight, focused look at how elite climbers build confidence on insecure sequences—dialing in body position, timing, and tension—until the final send feels inevitable. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZeBSmBAzXnk https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZeBSmBAzXnk 2016-03-29T05:04:56.000Z 336 37608 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/Zjcg2gthjJc/adam-ondra-65-bohemian-rhapsody-9a-the-hardest-route-in-bohemia 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Zjcg2gthjJc/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #65: Bohemian Rhapsody 9a+ / The Hardest Route In Bohemia Adam Ondra returns to the rain-soaked crag of Roviště for the final push on Bohemian Rhapsody, a fierce 9a+ testpiece billed as the hardest route in Bohemia. After coming heartbreakingly close in the previous attempt—slipping on the last hard move before the climbing eases—he’s back to settle unfinished business, with one more brutal 7C+ boulder problem still guarding the anchor. What makes this episode a must-watch is the mix of elite-level precision and raw, unpredictable reality: wet rock, shifting conditions, and the kind of pressure that turns every sequence into a high-stakes puzzle. You’ll get a front-row seat to Ondra’s process—problem-solving, pacing, and digging deep when the margin for error disappears—culminating in an epic, hard-earned first ascent that captures exactly why cutting-edge sport climbing is so addictive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zjcg2gthjJc https://www.youtube.com/embed/Zjcg2gthjJc 2020-05-11T18:11:48Z 534 3573 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ZoWvT5Cnj-c/dave-graham-the-warrior-path-full 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZoWvT5Cnj-c/hqdefault.jpg Dave Graham & The Warrior Path FULL Step into the legendary boulders of Hueco Tanks with Dave Graham in Dave Graham & The Warrior Path FULL, a short film from Cameron Maier that captures an earlier chapter in modern bouldering. Filmed in 2012, it follows the pursuit of “The Warrior Path” with a grounded, on-the-rock feel—chalk in the air, desert stone under tension, and the quiet focus that builds as attempts stack up. What makes this one worth your time is its honest, unpolished energy: a clear window into the process behind hard climbing, where progress is measured in tiny refinements and the commitment to try again matters as much as the send. Expect crisp Hueco atmosphere, powerful movement, and the kind of motivation that comes from watching a master stay patient, playful, and relentless—then reminding you why the path is the point. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZoWvT5Cnj-c https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZoWvT5Cnj-c 2019-03-17T21:28:58.000Z 2208 28685 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ZtjIcPcq61E/free-big-wall-climbing-in-yosemite-with-jorg-verhoeven-and-katha-saurwein 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZtjIcPcq61E/hqdefault.jpg FREE - Big Wall Climbing in Yosemite with Jorg Verhoeven and Katha Saurwein La Sportiva’s FREE follows elite climber Jorg Verhoeven on his annual pilgrimage to Yosemite, where he sets his sights on a bold goal: the second free ascent of The Dihedral Wall (VI 5.14a) on El Capitan. Alongside the pressure of a world-class objective, the film adds a personal thread as Jorg brings his wife, Katha Saurwein, into the vertical arena—guiding her through the craft, commitment, and complexity of her own big-wall free climb on The Final Frontier (5.13-) on the Fifi Buttress. What makes this short film so watchable is the contrast it captures: cutting-edge difficulty on one of the planet’s most iconic walls, paired with the quieter intensity of learning how to live on a face of granite—managing fear, fatigue, and the small decisions that keep a day from unraveling. With Yosemite’s clean lines and huge exposure as the backdrop, FREE delivers a tight hit of inspiration: not just about sending hard grades, but about partnership, progression, and the addictive pull of big walls. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZtjIcPcq61E https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZtjIcPcq61E 2017-07-10T08:13:58.000Z 989 757679 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ZuZrjE9YLUg/uncut-jimmy-webb-gateway-8b-v14-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZuZrjE9YLUg/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Jimmy Webb - Gateway (8B+/V14) FA Uncut: Jimmy Webb - Gateway (8B+/V14) FA drops you into a crisp throwback session in Cresciano, Ticino, where Jimmy Webb turns his focus to Gateway—a hard new line tucked on the Story side of the legendary Dreamtime boulder. Filmed in mellow’s stripped-back style, it captures the atmosphere of Swiss granite bouldering and the quiet intensity of a first ascent from March 2019. What makes this one hit is its brevity and immediacy: no fluff, just high-stakes movement on a world-class bloc, with every attempt carrying that FA tension—reading the holds, dialing the sequences, and committing when it counts. If you love seeing top-level bouldering distilled to its essentials—power, precision, and problem-solving in a beautiful setting—Gateway is an easy, addictive watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuZrjE9YLUg https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZuZrjE9YLUg 2020-02-20T09:17:35.000Z 168 29353 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ZxDKPt-KVBc/jimmy-webb-kasia-pietras-europe-trip-2014 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZxDKPt-KVBc/hqdefault.jpg Jimmy Webb & Kasia Pietras Europe Trip 2014 Jimmy Webb & Kasia Pietras Europe Trip 2014 is a mellow, feel-good climbing travel film that follows the duo across a handful of European spots, capturing the rhythm of life on the road between sessions on stone. Shot and edited by Kasia and Jimmy, it plays like a stitched-together postcard album: short moments of movement, laughter, and landscape that add up to a simple celebration of why climbers chase new places. What makes it worth your 19 minutes is the tone—unhurried, honest, and focused on the joy of climbing rather than the noise around it. You’ll get crisp bouldering sequences, scenic backdrops, and that satisfying mix of effort and ease that comes from climbing with someone who knows your pace. If you’re craving a quick escape and a reminder that the best trips are built from small days done well, this one hits the spot. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxDKPt-KVBc https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZxDKPt-KVBc 2014-10-24T17:45:21.000Z 1157 90602 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_2Vfho2y1J8/vertical-miles-mauro-corona-e-bubu-bole 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_2Vfho2y1J8/hqdefault.jpg Vertical Miles - Mauro Corona e Bubu Bole. Vertical Miles follows Italian mountain spirit Mauro Corona alongside Bubu Bole for a compact, character-driven journey into steep terrain and the mindset it demands. In just under an hour, the film captures the pull of upward lines—where every pitch feels like a small world of its own—and the quiet moments between moves when stories, experience, and ambition surface. Worth watching for its blend of climbing and personality, Vertical Miles isn’t only about reaching a top; it’s about how partners navigate uncertainty, fatigue, and decision-making when the ground drops away. Whether you come for the technical flow, the mountain atmosphere, or the simple satisfaction of watching seasoned climbers find rhythm on rock, it delivers a focused dose of vertical inspiration that lingers after the final frame. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2Vfho2y1J8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/_2Vfho2y1J8 2019-12-27T12:49:04.000Z 2748 586 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_5lTIO4fZv8/caroline-ciavaldini-yukan-ii-e7-6b 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_5lTIO4fZv8/hqdefault.jpg Caroline Ciavaldini - Yukan II E7 6b Caroline Ciavaldini - Yukan II E7 6b drops you into the sharp end of British trad as Caroline takes on the storied line Yukan II at Nesscliffe. Filmed by Hot Aches Productions and drawn from their Odyssey film, it follows her focused attempts on an E7 classic, with the quiet intensity and commitment that defines hard, gear-protected climbing. In just five minutes it delivers a full hit of psyche: precise movement on steep rock, the mental calculations between placements, and the calm that has to arrive before you can truly go for it. If you love watching top climbers problem-solve on real stone—where the stakes feel tangible and every decision matters—this is a tight, motivating watch that leaves you wanting to get outside and try hard. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5lTIO4fZv8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/_5lTIO4fZv8 2019-04-26T10:25:15Z 304 7482 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_86Sb67J1UQ/yuji-hirayama-climbs-e5s-at-millstone-edge-peak-district 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_86Sb67J1UQ/hqdefault.jpg Yuji Hirayama climbs E5s at Millstone Edge, Peak District Yuji Hirayama climbs E5s at Millstone Edge, Peak District is a punchy BMC TV short that drops you onto the iconic gritstone of the UK’s Peak District as Hirayama takes on two Millstone classics: London Wall (E5 6a) and Edge Lane (E5 5c). In under six minutes, it captures the unmistakable character of Millstone—clean-cut lines, technical sequences, and the quiet intensity of trad climbing where every move is earned. What makes it worth watching is how much atmosphere and commitment it packs into a brief runtime: precise footwork on crystalline grit, confident gear placements, and the mental focus required when the climbing gets serious. Whether you know these routes by reputation or you’re simply here for elite movement on legendary stone, this film delivers a sharp hit of inspiration—and a reminder of why E5 on grit feels like a world of its own. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_86Sb67J1UQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/_86Sb67J1UQ 2019-04-15T11:34:40Z 347 12551 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_9mPC5drdAM/scarpa-presents-sean-bailey-shaolin-v17-9a-first-ascent 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_9mPC5drdAM/hqdefault.jpg SCARPA Presents: Sean Bailey - SHAOLIN V17/9A - First Ascent Deep in the Red Rocks outside Las Vegas, Sean Bailey turns his focus to SHAOLIN, a long-teased testpiece boulder sitting right beside the classic problem Trieste. After years of attention from top climbers, Bailey works through the locks and links to claim the first ascent of a line proposed at V17/9A. This film is a front-row seat to modern top-end bouldering: microscopic progress, hard-earned beta, and the moment a project finally breaks open. If you like watching a climber solve something that’s resisted the best for seasons on end, SHAOLIN delivers that rare mix of tension, precision, and payoff. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9mPC5drdAM https://www.youtube.com/embed/_9mPC5drdAM 2024-11-15T16:59:12Z 873 334496 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_C1ET02iOeQ/madagascar-rivotra-mahery 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_C1ET02iOeQ/hqdefault.jpg Madagascar - Rivotra Mahery Madagascar - Rivotra Mahery drops you into the wild granite cathedral of Madagascar’s Tsaranoro Valley, where three young Ragni di Lecco climbers—Dimitri Anghileri, Matteo De Zaiacomo, and Marco Maggioni—arrive with a bold goal: find a still-untouched section of wall and carve a new line into one of Africa’s most storied climbing arenas. In a place visited by legends like Lynn Hill and Adam Ondra, their 2017 expedition becomes a search for possibility on steep, clean stone. What makes this short film hit is the blend of adventure and craft: the patience of exploration, the teamwork of building a route from the ground up, and the quiet intensity of committing to 700 meters of independent climbing before returning to free every pitch. The result is a technical, demanding testpiece on smooth vertical walls, topping out at 8a+, and the film captures that rare feeling of earning something new in a landscape that already feels mythical. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_C1ET02iOeQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/_C1ET02iOeQ 2020-04-05T07:00:10.000Z 777 5092 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_KJ9PzHwEVo/nalle-hukkataival-climbing-banshousha-v13-slab 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_KJ9PzHwEVo/hqdefault.jpg Nalle Hukkataival climbing Banshousha, V13 slab In this short, punchy clip from hukknal, Nalle Hukkataival takes on the infamous 伴奏者 (Banshousha) at Ogawayama, Japan—an ultra-technical slab testpiece that has sparked debate from V15 down to V13. With barely two and a half minutes on the clock, the film drops you right into the quiet intensity of friction climbing, where balance, body tension, and precision matter more than power. What makes this worth watching is how clearly it captures the essence of top-end slab: controlled movement on minimal holds, razor-thin margins, and the mental composure required to commit when the rock offers almost nothing back. Whether you’re here for one of the world’s hardest slabs, the Ogawayama atmosphere, or simply to study elite footwork and micro-adjustments, this is a compact masterclass in turning uncertainty into a send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KJ9PzHwEVo https://www.youtube.com/embed/_KJ9PzHwEVo 2009-11-16T00:15:54.000Z 145 58265 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_PP1AK1Aqis/chris-sharma-witness-the-fitness-v15 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_PP1AK1Aqis/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma - Witness The Fitness, V15 Chris Sharma - Witness The Fitness, V15 drops you into the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas for a front-row look at Sharma’s first ascent of the legendary roof problem “Witness The Fitness.” Pulled from Dosage Volume 3, this short film captures the intensity and creativity required to unlock one of the steepest, most iconic boulder lines ever climbed. What makes it unmissable is the combination of raw difficulty and unmistakable style: a full-body fight through a wildly overhanging roof where every move looks improbable until it sticks. At just over five minutes, it’s a concentrated hit of motivation—pure bouldering power, precision, and commitment—showing why this V15 has become a benchmark that’s been repeated only a handful of times. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PP1AK1Aqis https://www.youtube.com/embed/_PP1AK1Aqis 2013-01-07T01:58:11.000Z 311 769491 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_a_uJW3nRMk/babel-8c 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_a_uJW3nRMk/hqdefault.jpg 【塩原】バベル ５段＋(Babel 8C) At Shiobara in Tochigi Prefecture, Ryuichi Murai’s “Babel 5段＋ (8C)” drops you into the sharp end of elite Japanese bouldering: a short, focused film built around one problem and the climber’s fight to make its hardest moments feel inevitable. With “Babel 8C” as the only goal, every second is about body position, timing, and the kind of tension that turns a few moves into a full-on testpiece. What makes this worth your three minutes is how clearly it captures the difference between “knowing the moves” and actually sticking them when it counts. Even with prior attempts on related sequences, the last deadpoint to a tiny crimp still feels brutally wrong—one of those attempts where precision, commitment, and fatigue collide in a single try-or-fall moment. If you love high-grade bouldering, this is a crisp hit of atmosphere and catharsis: minimal talk, maximum focus, and a finish that earns its reputation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_a_uJW3nRMk https://www.youtube.com/embed/_a_uJW3nRMk 2016-03-18T06:44:14.000Z 190 58192 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_eTxQLfIUNY/chris-sharma-worlds-first-5-15 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_eTxQLfIUNY/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma, World's First 5.15 In July 2001, Chris Sharma rewrote climbing history on the limestone walls of Céüse, France, with the first ascent of Realization (Biographie) — the world’s first confirmed 5.15 (9a+). This short film from Big UP Productions follows Sharma through the weeks of attempts, travel, and obsession that led to one of sport climbing’s defining moments, culminating in the historic send captured on camera. What makes this worth watching isn’t just the grade—it’s the window into the process: the tiny refinements, the heavy days, the patience to return again and again when nothing clicks, and then the sudden electricity when it finally does. At 16 minutes, it’s a concentrated hit of motivation and perspective, reminding you why hard routes matter and how belief gets built one try at a time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eTxQLfIUNY https://www.youtube.com/embed/_eTxQLfIUNY 2012-05-11T18:35:50.000Z 992 1547924 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_qxOxiFOSXM/edu-marin-beasts-his-way-through-a-mammoth-8c-roof-climb-panaroma-ep-2 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_qxOxiFOSXM/hqdefault.jpg Edu Marin Beasts His Way Through A Mammoth 8c Roof Climb | Panaroma, Ep. 2 Spanish climber Edu Marín takes on a longtime dream in the Italian Dolomites: Panaroma (8c), a towering line that builds from deceptively “easy” ground into serious, run-out climbing with questionable gear. In this short episode from EpicTV’s Panaroma series, you follow Edu as he commits above the belay—his father and partner Francisco urging him on—toward the route’s defining obstacle: a daunting triple-roof barrier guarding the upper wall. What makes this worth your five minutes is the contrast between exposure, uncertainty, and pure power. The camera captures the tension of moving fast through poorly protected sections, then the full-body effort of fighting through steep roofs where every move counts and hesitation is costly. It’s a punchy hit of big-wall atmosphere and hard sport difficulty—equal parts grit, family stoke, and jaw-dropping athleticism—finishing with a final scramble to the summit that still demands respect. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qxOxiFOSXM https://www.youtube.com/embed/_qxOxiFOSXM 2015-03-06T16:02:21.000Z 338 488123 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_yfrFx9Jvyo/blade-runner-v15-8c-fa-giuliano-cameroni 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_yfrFx9Jvyo/hqdefault.jpg Blade Runner (V15/8C) FA - Giuliano Cameroni Giuliano Cameroni drops into Rocky Mountain National Park for a compact, high-intensity session on the Green 45, revisiting Daniel Woods’ famed testpieces Jade (V14) and Domestic Cat (V14) before turning his attention to something entirely his own: Blade Runner (V15/8C), a first ascent that pushes the line from rumor to reality. Filmed in the moment by Giuliano and Daisuke and edited by Giuliano, this mellow short captures the raw process of trying hard on real stone—no frills, just movement, effort, and focus. What makes this worth your time is how much story fits into 6 minutes: the contrast between established benchmarks and the unknown of a new climb, the subtle shifts in body position that separate “close” from “send,” and the quiet intensity of a climber solving a problem in real time. Whether you’re here for the history of RMNP bouldering, the satisfaction of seeing a V15 come together, or simply the atmosphere of a crisp day under the boulder, Blade Runner delivers a clean hit of modern hard climbing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yfrFx9Jvyo https://www.youtube.com/embed/_yfrFx9Jvyo 2019-07-08T16:00:06.000Z 407 57910 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_z7-_hcChz8/asagimadara-8c 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_z7-_hcChz8/hqdefault.jpg 【瑞牆】アサギマダラ ５段＋(Asagimadara 8C) Set on the granite of Mt. Mizugaki in Japan, this short film follows climber Ryuichi Murai on “Asagimadara” (V15/8C), a rarefied line where every move has to be earned. With the camera locked off and the wall rising higher than it first appears, you’re pulled into a quiet, focused session where tiny pockets, tension, and body position decide everything. What makes this worth watching is the story inside the micro-details: three days of attempts, a stubborn plan to power through the crux, and then the surprising solution that finally unlocks the climb—a heel placement he once dismissed as impossible. It’s a crisp look at elite bouldering’s real drama: patience, revision, and the instant when doubt gives way to commitment, high above the terrace with no room for error. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_z7-_hcChz8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/_z7-_hcChz8 2016-10-19T15:45:38.000Z 316 33220 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/_zR_mmXjWU8/the-first-ascent-of-vision-quest-9a-on-december-16th-2024 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_zR_mmXjWU8/hqdefault.jpg The first ascent of Vision Quest 9a/+ on December 16th 2024 On December 16th 2024, Chris Sharma completed the first ascent of Vision Quest, a deep water solo graded 9a/+, instantly placing it among the most difficult routes ever climbed above open water. Sharma, the godfather of modern deep water soloing, adds another landmark achievement to a career already defined by impossible-seeming firsts. Vision Quest joins an elite handful of climbs — including Es Pontas, Alasha, Big Fish, and Black Pearl — considered the five hardest deep water solos on the planet. Watching Sharma commit to this route without a rope, high above the sea, is a masterclass in controlled aggression and trust: a 12-minute window into what the absolute frontier of human climbing looks like. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zR_mmXjWU8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/_zR_mmXjWU8 2026-01-07T14:00:36Z 747 59158 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/a72GAwPoqn0/uncut-daniel-woods-black-eagle-8c-v15 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/a72GAwPoqn0/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Daniel Woods - Black Eagle (8C/V15) In Uncut: Daniel Woods - Black Eagle (8C/V15), mellow drops you into the Rocklands heat of South Africa as Daniel Woods takes on Black Eagle Assis—an 8C/V15 line with a reputation that travels fast in bouldering circles. Filmed by Giuliano Cameroni, this short, focused piece follows Woods on the second ascent, keeping the attention exactly where it belongs: on the problem, the process, and the precision it demands. What makes this worth your time is how much intensity fits into just a couple of minutes—no fluff, just pure movement and commitment. You’ll get a crisp look at high-end bouldering: the micro-adjustments, the tension, the pacing between attempts, and that unmistakable moment when everything finally syncs. If you love world-class climbing in iconic stone, this is a quick hit of Rocklands power you’ll want to replay. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a72GAwPoqn0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/a72GAwPoqn0 2019-01-23T21:21:37.000Z 153 36723 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/aBG-8bFgopw/chris-sharmas-sleeping-lion-project-raw-attempts 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aBG-8bFgopw/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma's Sleeping Lion Project - Raw Attempts Chris Sharma's Sleeping Lion Project - Raw Attempts offers an unfiltered, first-person look at one of climbing's greatest icons pushing the limits of what's humanly possible. Bolted by Sharma himself in Siurana, Spain, the Sleeping Lion project consumed two years of his life across multiple seasons before he finally sent it at age 41, proposing a grade of 9b+ (5.15c) and cementing his place among the elite at an age when most climbers have long since peaked. What makes this film special is its rawness — no polish, no narrative gloss, just Sharma locked in battle with one of the hardest routes in the world while balancing fatherhood and entrepreneurship. Presented by Reel Rock and filmed by Ricardo Giancola, this short serves as a compelling window into the full-length film Sleeping Lion, and stands on its own as a testament to obsession, resilience, and the unrelenting pursuit of a dream on stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBG-8bFgopw https://www.youtube.com/embed/aBG-8bFgopw 2023-11-13T19:59:56Z 394 178132 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/aGE4SOOmYlk/the-gold-standard-v15-first-ascent 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aGE4SOOmYlk/hqdefault.jpg THE GOLD STANDARD (V15 First Ascent) The Gold Standard documents Keenan Takahashi's years-long pursuit of one of the last unclimbed faces at the iconic Buttermilks in Bishop, California. Originally probed by legends Chris Sharma and Jason Kehl in the early 2000s, the project sat untouched for nearly two decades before Keenan took up the torch in 2018, committing to what would become one of the most storied bouldering projects in North America. This film is a masterclass in patience, obsession, and the quiet courage it takes to chase a line that has humbled the best in the world. At a proposed V15, the stakes are as high as the boulder itself, and watching Keenan methodically work through the movement — armed with years of beta, failure, and hard-won strength — makes for gripping, deeply human storytelling that goes far beyond the send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGE4SOOmYlk https://www.youtube.com/embed/aGE4SOOmYlk 2024-05-19T15:55:50Z 1024 216725 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/aSepsUJKdHs/climbing-with-alexander-huber-133 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aSepsUJKdHs/hqdefault.jpg CLIMBING WITH ALEXANDER HUBER #133 In CLIMBING WITH ALEXANDER HUBER #133, Magnus Midtbø heads back to Jordan for an extended, uncut hang with one of the sport’s most respected big-wall and multipitch legends, Alexander Huber. Set against the sweeping sandstone landscapes of Wadi Rum, the film blends relaxed conversation with the anticipation of a proper day on the wall, capturing the mindset and experience that separate elite climbers from the rest. What makes this one sing is the pacing: you get the stories, the perspective, and then the payoff when the climbing begins. Expect candid insight into training, risk, and decision-making, paired with crisp, on-the-rock footage that puts you right on the route—sunlit desert towers, long pitches, and the quiet intensity of moving upward with purpose. If you love climbing films that deliver both personality and adventure, this is an easy watch that sticks with you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSepsUJKdHs https://www.youtube.com/embed/aSepsUJKdHs 2018-11-07T23:37:03.000Z 1516 218435 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/anQ4ot3HRVY/arcteryx-presents-the-world-above 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/anQ4ot3HRVY/hqdefault.jpg Arc'teryx Presents: The World Above Arc'teryx Presents: The World Above takes you to the wild edges of South Africa with legendary alpinist and climber Ines Papert as she hunts for new lines and higher ground. In just under sixteen minutes, the film captures the pull of unexplored rock, the quiet intensity of preparation, and the commitment it takes to push upward when the route is uncertain and the exposure is real. What makes it worth watching is how beautifully it balances raw adventure with refined filmmaking: sweeping landscapes, close, tactile moments on the sharp end, and a sense of scale that reminds you why trad climbing feels so alive. With crisp cinematography, polished editing and grade, and immersive sound design, The World Above isn’t just a climbing recap—it’s a short, atmospheric hit of inspiration that leaves you wanting to get outside and chase your own horizon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anQ4ot3HRVY https://www.youtube.com/embed/anQ4ot3HRVY 2018-08-16T14:01:23.000Z 940 102786 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/aykZCaE2npQ/discovering-new-crags-in-the-south-of-france-with-yuji-hirayama-and-james-pearso 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aykZCaE2npQ/hqdefault.jpg Discovering New Crags In The South Of France With Yuji Hirayama And James Pearson Step into the sun-warmed limestone of southern France with legendary climber Yuji Hirayama and British powerhouse James Pearson in this short, punchy episode of EpicTV’s Wine Dine Climb. Trading the steep endurance of the Verdon Gorge for a 2,000-year-old Roman quarry near Saint-Léger, the trio—joined by Caroline Ciavaldini—hunt out “techie” face and prow climbing on compact stone, where subtle movement and cool-headed precision matter as much as strength. What makes this worth your five minutes is the contrast: a fresh crag with history underfoot, modern bolted lines, and two elite climbers getting properly tested by tricky sequences rather than just pulling hard. Watch James throw himself at the technical dream line “The Prowman Show” while Yuji battles a stubborn 8a—an honest snapshot of high-level climbing where even the best get shut down, reset, and try again. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aykZCaE2npQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/aykZCaE2npQ 2016-10-10T10:25:15.000Z 324 57362 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/b6OvrRbGU68/worlds-hardest-flash-adam-ondra-climbs-5-15-9a-first-try 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/b6OvrRbGU68/hqdefault.jpg World's Hardest Flash - Adam Ondra Climbs 5.15 (9a+) First Try What does it take to send 5.15a on your very first go? In this Reel Rock short, Adam Ondra chases a goal that borders on the absurd: becoming the first climber to flash a 9a+ sport route. After years of plotting, learning, and coming up short on other contenders, everything comes down to one attempt on Alex Megos’ Supercrackinette in St Léger, France. This film is a front-row seat to a rare kind of pressure—no do-overs, no “one more try,” just pure execution when it counts. You’ll see the strategy behind a flash at the highest level, the delicate balance of risk and precision, and the electric moment when preparation finally meets possibility. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6OvrRbGU68 https://www.youtube.com/embed/b6OvrRbGU68 2021-06-30T16:27:28Z 637 14153206 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/b76ZP4u09WE/adidas-terrex-presents-brooke-raboutou-on-traphouse-8b-v13 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/b76ZP4u09WE/hqdefault.jpg Adidas Terrex Presents: Brooke Raboutou on Traphouse (8B/V13) Brooke Raboutou takes on Traphouse, one of the most coveted boulder problems in the game, graded 8B/V13. In a stunning display of technical precision, she unlocks the crux with a remarkable finger lock sequence and sends the problem in a single day. Presented by Adidas Terrex and produced by Finn Stack, this short film is a masterclass in composed, powerful bouldering. Watching Brooke move through the problem with grace and intent is a reminder of why she is one of the most exciting climbers of her generation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b76ZP4u09WE https://www.youtube.com/embed/b76ZP4u09WE 2023-05-19T16:00:24Z 217 143825 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/bA1j01hT-UQ/the-good-land-bouldering-at-devils-lake-wisconsin 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bA1j01hT-UQ/hqdefault.jpg The Good Land - Bouldering at Devil's Lake, Wisconsin The Good Land takes you to Devil’s Lake State Park in Wisconsin, where quartzite blocks and hidden landings have quietly shaped one of the Midwest’s most beloved bouldering scenes. From Louder Than Eleven and filmmaker Joshua Uhl, this short film captures a decade-long resurgence as local climbers breathe life into classic areas, brush off overlooked stone, and hunt for new lines across the lake’s rugged shoreline. What makes it worth your time is the mix of movement and meaning: powerful attempts, patient problem-solving, and the kind of community energy that turns a spot into a home. With a strong cast of climbers, crisp filming, and a soundtrack that keeps the pace moving, it’s a compact dose of motivation—whether you know Devil’s Lake by heart or just want to feel what “the good land” means when the rock finally goes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bA1j01hT-UQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/bA1j01hT-UQ 2015-05-11T17:14:48.000Z 725 58824 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/bBd0nISdXJ0/australias-finest-lee-cossey 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bBd0nISdXJ0/hqdefault.jpg Australia's Finest: Lee Cossey Black Diamond Equipment spotlights Australian climber Lee Cossey in Australia’s Finest, a short but focused portrait of a veteran who’s spent nearly two decades chasing lines, lessons, and the quiet obsession that keeps pulling him back to the rock. At the center is “The Red Project,” a formidable 9a (5.14d) that has lived in the background of his life for years—an unfinished conversation between climber and climb. What makes this worth your five minutes is the honesty of the process: not just a highlight reel, but the grind of returning, recalibrating, and believing again after time away. It’s a reminder that the hardest routes aren’t only about strength—they’re about patience, problem-solving, and the stubborn hope that the next attempt might finally click. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBd0nISdXJ0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/bBd0nISdXJ0 2015-05-13T05:30:01.000Z 302 41533 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/bC2BdIZvoOI/switzerland-bouldering-2019 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bC2BdIZvoOI/hqdefault.jpg Switzerland Bouldering 2019 Switzerland Bouldering 2019 follows Ryuichi Murai on a rainy trip to Ticino, where steep granite, slick landings, and moody weather set the tone for a focused bouldering session. In just over ten minutes, it captures the travel-and-try spirit of a classic climbing getaway: arriving with a plan, adapting to conditions, and chasing that one perfect sequence when everything finally clicks. What makes this worth watching is the mix of atmosphere and ambition—hard lines like Off the wagon (8B+/V14), The story of two worlds (8C/V15), and Dreamtime (8C/V15) alongside the quiet rhythm of pads, chalk, and repeated attempts. It’s a compact hit of outdoor bouldering motivation: crisp movement, real conditions, and the kind of place that lingers in your mind long after the session ends. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bC2BdIZvoOI https://www.youtube.com/embed/bC2BdIZvoOI 2020-04-03T10:31:18.000Z 630 9123 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/bF2KAkLceGs/22-case-study-kinsey 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bF2KAkLceGs/hqdefault.jpg 22 Case Study Kinsey In “22 – Case Study: Kinsey,” Neil Gresham brings his Climbing Masterclass lens to a focused look at Kinsey, breaking down the details that separate a good attempt from a great one. In just over two minutes, this bite-sized case study captures the feel of purposeful training—where movement, decision-making, and discipline come together on real climbing. What makes this worth watching is its clarity and efficiency: it’s a quick hit of high-value coaching you can immediately apply to your own sessions. Whether you’re refining footwork, learning to stay composed when it gets tense, or looking for a smarter way to approach problems, this episode delivers a sharp reminder that progress often comes from mastering the small things. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bF2KAkLceGs https://www.youtube.com/embed/bF2KAkLceGs 2016-02-21T13:28:39.000Z 142 29088 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/bHX-L4dRKI4/uncut-andy-gullsten-silver-lining-8c-v15-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bHX-L4dRKI4/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Andy Gullsten - Silver Lining (8C/V15) FA Uncut: Andy Gullsten - Silver Lining (8C/V15) FA drops you right into the sharp end of bouldering in Finland as Andy Gullsten battles for the first ascent of “Silver Lining.” With no gloss and no shortcuts, it’s a short, focused glimpse of a rare line—one of those blocs that looks almost unreal until you see someone commit to it. What makes this worth your three minutes is the intensity: the quiet build-up, the precision, and the make-or-break moments that define hard first ascents. Filmed by Ville Kurru, it captures the feel of trying something at the limit—where small adjustments matter, confidence wavers, and every attempt teaches you something new—until the pieces finally click into a send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHX-L4dRKI4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/bHX-L4dRKI4 2020-04-29T16:24:56.000Z 183 25165 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/bUOl0M2cHbw/the-hardest-offwidth-crack-in-vedauwoo-forever-war 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bUOl0M2cHbw/hqdefault.jpg The Hardest Offwidth Crack in Vedauwoo - Forever War Liberty Mountain’s The Hardest Offwidth Crack in Vedauwoo - Forever War drops you into the granite mazes of Vedauwoo, Wyoming, as Pamela “Shanti” Pack takes on her own first ascent: The Forever War (5.13c/d R). In just over four minutes, the film captures the raw, physical reality of offwidth crack climbing—where progress is measured in inches, commitment is mandatory, and every position feels like a fight you willingly signed up for. What makes it so watchable is the blend of difficulty and danger: a short, brutal pitch that starts with inverted climbing through a steep roof, transitions into overhanging arm-bars, then demands a final stretch of no-glory 5.12a groveling—all while still needing a serious rack despite a couple bolts. If you’ve ever wondered why offwidth has a reputation for equal parts suffering and obsession, this is the kind of ascent that answers it with sweat, precision, and grit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUOl0M2cHbw https://www.youtube.com/embed/bUOl0M2cHbw 2012-09-19T18:34:53.000Z 243 226774 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/bZJ5Auc3up0/off-width-climbing-vocabulary-with-the-wide-boyz 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bZJ5Auc3up0/hqdefault.jpg Off Width Climbing Vocabulary with the Wide Boyz! Step into the wonderfully weird world of off width climbing with the Wide Boyz as they break down the vocabulary of wide cracks—those notorious fissures that don’t quite accept a hand jam and don’t quite want to swallow you whole. In this fast, fun primer from Hot Aches Productions, Tom Randall and Pete Whittaker translate the language of groveling, thrutching, and creative jamming into terms you can actually use, whether you’re brand new to wide climbing or already obsessed with it. What makes this one worth your time is the Wide Boyz’ mix of genuine expertise and infectious banter: you’ll come away understanding not just what the words mean, but how off width technique feels in the body—awkward, powerful, and strangely addictive. It’s the kind of video that boosts your stoke before a crack session, gives you confidence to try the “too wide” line, and leaves you laughing at how quickly “talking the talk” turns into getting inverted in a crack. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZJ5Auc3up0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/bZJ5Auc3up0 2019-06-03T10:54:48.000Z 907 10837 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/bZo1zBzcxVI/the-golden-road-e9-7a-first-ascent 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bZo1zBzcxVI/hqdefault.jpg The Golden Road E9 7A First Ascent On the rain-swept Isle of Harris in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides, Dave MacLeod returns to his vlog series for a sharp, intimate look at a new hard trad challenge: the first ascent of The Golden Road, graded E9 7a. With the Atlantic weather rolling in and the cliff face turning uncertain by the minute, he documents the process of committing to a beautiful wall project when conditions are anything but perfect. What makes this worth watching is how clearly it captures the real currency of hard trad: decision-making under pressure. Between gusts of Hebridean wind and sudden showers, MacLeod breaks down the shifting psychology of risk, focus, and momentum—how a route can feel impossible one moment and strangely “go” the next. It’s a short film that delivers big atmosphere, honest reflection, and the uniquely Scottish mix of grit and beauty that turns an ascent into a story. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZo1zBzcxVI https://www.youtube.com/embed/bZo1zBzcxVI 2019-06-28T19:42:58.000Z 460 20445 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/brbxoKEgsw0/the-real-thing-the-original-bouldering-movie 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/brbxoKEgsw0/hqdefault.jpg THE REAL THING | The Original Bouldering Movie The Real Thing is the original feature-length bouldering film that helped define what modern bouldering cinema looks and feels like. Released in 1996 and led by Britain’s powerhouse climbers Jerry Moffatt and Ben Moon, it follows a high-energy road trip from the rough, iconic gritstone of the Peak District to the world-famous problems of Fontainebleau, France—capturing a moment when the sport was rapidly evolving and legends were being made. What makes it essential viewing is how raw and timeless it remains: committed attempts, hard-earned progression, and the simple obsession of trying one more time. With appearances from Sean Myles, Kurt Albert, and French icon Marc Le Menestrel, plus an unforgettable, pump-up soundtrack, it’s both a snapshot of climbing history and a film that still motivates—whether you’re training for your next project or just want to feel the pull of real rock and real effort. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brbxoKEgsw0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/brbxoKEgsw0 2018-03-28T17:18:02.000Z 3187 39086 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/c3e0AllzcgE/committed-vol-1-dave-macleod-trys-indian-face-e9 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/c3e0AllzcgE/hqdefault.jpg Committed Vol 1 - Dave MacLeod trys Indian Face E9 In this short but gripping excerpt from Hot Aches Productions’ Committed Vol 1, Dave MacLeod turns his attention to Indian Face—North Wales’ infamous, heady E9 testpiece. Filmed around his 2007 look at the route, the clip captures the quiet intensity of trad climbing at its sharpest: a climber measuring risk, deciphering sequences, and weighing commitment on one of Britain’s most storied lines. Worth watching for the raw focus and atmosphere as much as the climbing itself, this is a concentrated dose of what makes hard trad so compelling—precision, composure, and consequence. Whether you’re into MacLeod’s approach, the mythos of Indian Face, or simply the mental battle behind bold leads, the film delivers a surge of psych in under five minutes and leaves you thinking about what “committed” really means. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3e0AllzcgE https://www.youtube.com/embed/c3e0AllzcgE 2010-06-30T08:16:49.000Z 273 84914 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/cBSnwpcYRqA/mirror-wall 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cBSnwpcYRqA/hqdefault.jpg Mirror Wall Mirror Wall follows world-class climber Leo Houlding and a hungry team of young partners into the polar mountains of Greenland, where a 1200-meter vertical tower lives up to its name: a stark, gleaming face that feels equal parts invitation and warning. As the expedition commits to the cold, the storms, and the scale of true big-wall terrain, the film captures the careful steps from planning to exposure, where every pitch deepens the consequence and the wonder. What makes it essential viewing is the human weight behind the climbing. In the wake of losing a close friend and with the responsibilities of parenthood sharpening every decision, Leo approaches risk with a changed mindset—leading not just a rope, but a team still learning what the wall demands. Mirror Wall blends raw adventure with quiet reflection, delivering the kind of expedition story that’s as much about judgment, resilience, and trust as it is about the summit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBSnwpcYRqA https://www.youtube.com/embed/cBSnwpcYRqA 2016-11-18T18:30:17.000Z 2343 289851 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/cEHebU6RtG0/alex-megos-climbs-the-legendary-hubble-route-the-alex-megos-formula-part-3 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cEHebU6RtG0/hqdefault.jpg Alex Megos Climbs the Legendary 'Hubble' Route | The Alex Megos Formula: Part 3 In this episode of The Alex Megos Formula, Red Bull follows German climbing phenom Alex Megos to the UK’s Peak District on a pilgrimage to one of the sport’s most storied testpieces: Hubble. More than just a line of rock, Hubble is a legend—steeped in history, rarity, and the kind of reputation that makes even the best climbers pause—so Megos tracks down the roots of its myth while soaking up Sheffield’s deep climbing culture. What makes this short film hit is the blend of heritage and pure performance: a behind-the-scenes look at how a modern master approaches an old-school benchmark, from mindset and movement to the quiet tension before commitment. With visits to icons like Ben Moon and Jerry Moffat and the training-ground atmosphere of The Foundry, it builds toward a sharp, gravity-defying attempt that’s as much about respect for the route as it is about pushing limits. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEHebU6RtG0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/cEHebU6RtG0 2016-07-28T18:04:02.000Z 306 197864 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/cGBIJuOg62o/hippytree-second-chance 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cGBIJuOg62o/hqdefault.jpg HippyTree | Second Chance HippyTree | Second Chance follows HippyTree climber and tribesman Isamer Bilog back to Tramway in the San Jacinto Mountains above Palm Springs, where a late-day bouldering session in 2016 ended in a horrific fall and a remote rescue. With injuries that included broken ribs, brain swelling, and a head wound requiring more than 50 staples, Isamer spent years recovering—and now returns to the boulder that nearly took his life to recount what happened. More than a crash reel, this short film is a clear-eyed look at consequence, resilience, and the mental calculus that comes with highball bouldering in committing terrain. It’s worth watching for its honest reflection on risk and recovery, the raw emotion of revisiting a pivotal moment, and the stark beauty of Tramway’s stone and setting—an 11-minute reminder that every “second chance” in climbing is earned. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGBIJuOg62o https://www.youtube.com/embed/cGBIJuOg62o 2019-12-06T00:09:12.000Z 686 17455 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/cKDzLY-H670/la-sportiva-legends-only-2018 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cKDzLY-H670/hqdefault.jpg La Sportiva Legends Only 2018 La Sportiva Legends Only 2018 captures an electric night of competition where some of the sport’s most recognizable names share the same wall and push bouldering to its limit. Featuring a stacked field including Chris Sharma, Alex Megos, Jernej Kruder, Alexey Rubtsov, Ray Sugimoto, and Jongwon Chon, this full-length event film delivers two hours of modern climbing’s biggest personalities trading attempts, tactics, and momentum in front of a roaring crowd. What makes it worth your time is the pure, watch-it-again tension: high-stakes problem solving, dramatic swings between control and chaos, and the kind of footwork-and-fingertip precision that only shows up when legends are forced to improvise under pressure. Whether you’re here for the athlete rivalries, the creative movement, or the inspiration to get stronger for your next session, this is a front-row seat to elite bouldering at its most entertaining. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKDzLY-H670 https://www.youtube.com/embed/cKDzLY-H670 2018-11-24T20:23:12.000Z 7215 139523 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/cM8gO4IDN_s/chris-sharmas-first-ascent-of-es-pont-s-mallorca 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cM8gO4IDN_s/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma's First Ascent of Es Pontás, Mallorca Chris Sharma’s first ascent of Es Pontás is a masterclass in imagination and persistence: a wildly aesthetic line climbing the underside of a freestanding limestone arch above the Mediterranean, where every mistake ends in a clean splash rather than a catch. It’s worth watching for the sheer drama of psicobloc at its most committing—repeated falls, a huge dyno, and the final sequence that turns a dream into a modern classic. Beyond the send, the film captures why deep water soloing is so captivating: pure movement, high stakes, and a setting that feels almost unreal. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cM8gO4IDN_s https://www.youtube.com/embed/cM8gO4IDN_s 2021-04-23T08:15:21Z 415 4122561 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/cVSC9vIb-PU/charles-albert-the-barefoot-climber 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cVSC9vIb-PU/hqdefault.jpg Charles Albert - The Barefoot Climber Step into the quiet intensity of Charles Albert - The Barefoot Climber, a short, atmospheric look at one of bouldering’s most distinctive figures. Following Charles Albert across iconic blocs in Fontainebleau and into Switzerland’s granite playgrounds—Magic Wood and the wild beauty of Val Bavona—the film captures a climber whose movement feels as natural as walking, even when the holds all but disappear. What makes this worth your nine minutes is the blend of process and poetry: the incremental attempts on No Kpote Only, the calm, unhurried sessions, and the buildup to a striking first ascent of an 8B in Val Bavona. It’s less about hype and more about feel—precision footwork, trust in friction, and the kind of controlled commitment that makes hard climbing look deceptively simple. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVSC9vIb-PU https://www.youtube.com/embed/cVSC9vIb-PU 2020-05-11T21:44:17Z 544 1300 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/cipNLmZiwVo/jan-hojer-the-other-side-pt-2 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cipNLmZiwVo/hqdefault.jpg Jan Hojer "The Other Side" pt. 2 Jan Hojer “The Other Side” pt. 2 drops you into the sharp end of modern bouldering with one of the sport’s most precise and powerful climbers. Filmed at Hueco Tanks and released by Mad Rock, this short follow-up feels like a distilled session: a focused look at Hojer working movement, reading stone, and pushing for that clean moment when everything finally clicks. What makes it worth your time is how much story fits into 3 minutes and change. Between the time-lapse visuals, the tight pacing, and the driving pulse of “Out of Orbit” by Super Duper, the film captures the real rhythm of bouldering—attempt, adjust, commit—until the line unlocks. If you love raw problem-solving, crisp technique, and that defined-by-passion energy, this one delivers a quick hit that lingers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cipNLmZiwVo https://www.youtube.com/embed/cipNLmZiwVo 2017-06-01T15:33:14.000Z 216 46049 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/cn8ERTaXOrw/chris-sharma-on-everything-is-karate-5-14-c-d 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cn8ERTaXOrw/hqdefault.jpg CHRIS SHARMA ON "EVERYTHING IS KARATE" 5.14 C/D Chris Sharma and Tommy Caldwell drop into Yosemite’s big-wall arena to talk about the Leaning Tower project, then shift focus to a landmark testpiece: “Everything Is Karate” at 5.14c/d. In just eight minutes, this short film captures the mindset behind world-class climbing—where precision, patience, and raw commitment meet on steep stone—and follows Sharma as he locks in a second ascent of a route that’s become modern legend. What makes it worth watching is the blend of calm insight and high-stakes movement: you get the behind-the-scenes perspective of two iconic climbers, plus the visceral thrill of seeing cutting-edge difficulty unfold in real time. Add in sweeping aerial footage shot in Bishop, California by CASHUS PUHVEL—showing the scale, exposure, and beauty of the climbing environment—and you’ve got a compact hit of inspiration that feels bigger than its runtime. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cn8ERTaXOrw https://www.youtube.com/embed/cn8ERTaXOrw 2017-12-11T16:53:34.000Z 482 429252 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/cq9qnX32Zos/donnafugata 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cq9qnX32Zos/hqdefault.jpg Donnafugata Donnafugata is a 22-minute love letter to the Dolomites, shaped by Karpos and directed through the lens of Manrico Dell’Agnola. Set on the south face of Torre Trieste in the Civetta group, it follows the free ascent of Christoph Hainz’s 2004 line: 750 meters of steep limestone with difficulties up to 8a. At the center are Sara Avoscan and Omar Genuin—quiet, understated climbers from Falcade whose partnership carries from daily life to the exposed arete and big-wall terrain above the valleys of Belluno. What makes Donnafugata worth your time is its blend of commitment and intimacy: modern hard climbing in an alpine setting, told without bravado. The film lingers on the textures that matter—early starts, long runouts, the rhythm of moving together, and the immense scale of Civetta—while letting its protagonists’ calm focus do the talking. If you’re drawn to Dolomiti history, technical free climbing on big faces, or simply the feeling of being small against a cathedral of rock, this is a short film that lands with lasting weight. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq9qnX32Zos https://www.youtube.com/embed/cq9qnX32Zos 2020-03-31T13:35:09.000Z 1325 46386 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/crpSu0q1TUU/drew-ruana-13-redpointing-scarface-14a-8b-at-smith-rocks-oregon 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/crpSu0q1TUU/hqdefault.jpg Drew Ruana (13) redpointing Scarface 14a/8b+ at Smith Rocks, Oregon Mid-winter at Smith Rock, Oregon, 13-year-old Drew Ruana steps onto the steep, iconic line of Scarface (5.14a/8b+) with a single goal: link it from bottom to top. Filmed on a family climbing trip and captured by the christineruana channel, this 20-minute session follows Drew’s redpoint of the route on 2-23-13—an age-defying performance made even more striking given his height at the time (about 4'8.5" / 143.5 cm). What makes this worth watching is the pure, unvarnished reality of hard climbing: the pacing, the attempts, the micro-adjustments, and the calm commitment it takes to fight through cruxes when every move counts. Scarface demands precision and confidence, and Drew’s effort is a reminder that strength is only part of the equation—focus, efficiency, and determination are what turn a try into a send. Turn it up to 1080 HD, settle in, and enjoy a classic Smith Rock redpoint with serious inspiration baked into every sequence. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crpSu0q1TUU https://www.youtube.com/embed/crpSu0q1TUU 2013-02-26T16:41:56.000Z 1218 28245 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ctImN15Itbw/colorado-the-scoop-2019 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ctImN15Itbw/hqdefault.jpg Colorado - The Scoop (2019) Colorado - The Scoop drops you into a backyard bouldering discovery that quickly turns into a full-on power session. In June 2019, Chad Greedy and Isabelle Faus uncover a striking new block stacked with steep, physical movement and invite friends Giuliano, Daisuke, Daniel, and Shawn to put the obvious lines to the test—turning a local find into a concentrated burst of Colorado rock climbing energy. What makes this one worth your seven minutes is the mix of raw discovery and real progression: first ascents on Jeremiah (V12), Chimichanga (V13), Critter (V13), and the burly Muscle Car (V14) with a hard-earned second go. It’s crisp, no-nonsense bouldering—powerful moves, tight crew vibes, and the feeling that even after the sends, the story isn’t finished, with tougher link-ups still waiting on the stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctImN15Itbw https://www.youtube.com/embed/ctImN15Itbw 2020-03-23T23:01:04.000Z 473 36649 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/cvFt2Xcuois/breathtaking-k2-the-worlds-most-dangerous-mountain-eddie-bauer 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cvFt2Xcuois/hqdefault.jpg Breathtaking: K2 - The World's Most Dangerous Mountain | Eddie Bauer Breathtaking: K2 - The World's Most Dangerous Mountain follows Eddie Bauer mountain guides Adrian Ballinger and Carla Perez as they take on K2, the 8,611-meter peak known as “The Savage Mountain.” Set in the towering landscapes of Pakistan, the film captures their high-altitude push toward one of the world’s most feared summits, with the stakes raised even higher as they attempt it without supplemental oxygen. What makes this story so gripping is how unsparingly it shows the cost of ambition on a mountain that never bargains—volatile weather, fragile margins, and setbacks that can unravel months of preparation in an instant. With expert perspective, raw tension, and a deep respect for the line between determination and danger, it’s a must-watch for anyone drawn to big-mountain climbing and the people who keep moving upward until the mountain finally answers back. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvFt2Xcuois https://www.youtube.com/embed/cvFt2Xcuois 2020-06-01T16:47:36Z 2777 18295814 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/dHaNGTZWIxY/petzl-roctrip-2014-ep1-romania-baile-herculane 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dHaNGTZWIxY/hqdefault.jpg Petzl RocTrip 2014 #Ep1 - Romania, Baile Herculane Petzl RocTrip 2014 #Ep1 drops you into the opening moments of Petzl’s six-week Eastern Europe journey, as the “Roctripers” roll into Romania’s historic thermal town of Băile Herculane. From the buzz of the main square to the promise of limestone days ahead, this first episode sets the scene for a traveling climbing festival—equal parts expedition, community meetup, and moving postcard from a lesser-seen corner of the continent. What makes it worth the 12 minutes is the pure momentum: a tight, atmospheric edit that captures the ritual of arriving, gearing up, and chasing routes with a crew of standout climbers like Nina Caprez and Enzo Oddo. It’s a warm start to the series that pairs place, people, and psyched-up anticipation—perfect if you want a quick hit of adventure and the contagious energy of climbing on the road. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHaNGTZWIxY https://www.youtube.com/embed/dHaNGTZWIxY 2014-09-22T18:33:27.000Z 773 308436 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/dRSWZ6KTow4/4-neil-greshams-climbing-masterclass-footholds 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dRSWZ6KTow4/hqdefault.jpg 4 Neil Greshams Climbing Masterclass - Footholds Neil Gresham’s Climbing Masterclass – Footholds is a tight, technique-focused mini lesson on the most overlooked part of great climbing: your feet. In just over four minutes, Gresham breaks down foothold selection and the specific skills different holds demand, covering staples like edging and smearing alongside how to make the most of pockets. What makes this worth watching is how quickly it turns a vague idea—“use your feet better”—into a clear checklist you can apply immediately on the wall. It’s a fast diagnostic for common footwork weaknesses, packed with cues that translate to smoother movement, better balance, and less wasted energy whether you’re warming up at the gym or trying to unlock a stubborn outdoor project. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRSWZ6KTow4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/dRSWZ6KTow4 2016-02-17T22:28:39.000Z 242 103764 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/dSpcVwOMSL0/seb-bouin-histoire-d-une-first-ascent-9a-relais-vertical-ep-87 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dSpcVwOMSL0/hqdefault.jpg Seb Bouin: histoire d’une first ascent (9a+) | Relais Vertical, Ep.87 In this episode of Relais Vertical from EpicTV, Seb Bouin revisits the origin story of a route that’s been living in his head since he was a teenager: a striking 60-meter prow at La Ramirole in the Gorges du Verdon. At just 16, drawn by the line’s sheer beauty, he equipped it even though he wasn’t yet capable of climbing it—then spent the next nine years letting the dream mature into a true 9a+ first ascent. What makes this short film so gripping is its window into the long game of hard climbing: the vision to commit early, the patience to return stronger, and the methodical process of turning an idea into a finished climb. Set against the iconic Verdon limestone, it mixes motivation, route-crafting, and real talk about projecting at the limit—perfect if you love the psychology behind breakthroughs as much as the movement itself. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSpcVwOMSL0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/dSpcVwOMSL0 2018-09-29T13:29:23.000Z 808 273301 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/dgMkU4iw3VQ/stefano-ghisolfis-year-long-battle-with-italys-first-9b-lapsus 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dgMkU4iw3VQ/hqdefault.jpg Stefano Ghisolfi's Year Long Battle With Italy's First 9b: Lapsus Stefano Ghisolfi's Year Long Battle With Italy's First 9b: Lapsus follows Italy’s rising powerhouse as he commits to an obsessive, season-spanning siege of “Lapsus” in Andonno—an ambitious link-up that would mark a historic step for Italian sport climbing. Through Stefano’s own play-by-play, the film traces the patience, setbacks, and precision required to turn a dream grade into a real ascent, set against a crag with a legacy of national firsts. What makes this short film so gripping is how clearly it captures the reality behind a headline number: the tiny gains, the doubts, the dialing of sequences, and the mental fight to return again and again when nothing feels guaranteed. If you love hard climbing, training motivation, or the stories that live between attempts, this is a tight, inspiring watch that puts you right on the sharp end of a year-long breakthrough. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgMkU4iw3VQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/dgMkU4iw3VQ 2016-05-10T11:56:32.000Z 482 78265 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/di3J13Vem8M/patagonia-deep-water-soloing-red-bull-psicobloc-2012 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/di3J13Vem8M/hqdefault.jpg Patagonia deep-water soloing - Red Bull Psicobloc 2012 At the far southern edge of Chile, Patagonia turns into an arena for one of climbing’s most visceral disciplines: deep-water soloing. Patagonia deep-water soloing - Red Bull Psicobloc 2012 drops you into Red Bull’s Psicobloc event, where competitors flow up sea-carved walls and cave-like features above cold, churning water—no ropes, no harnesses, just commitment and consequence with every move. In just a few minutes, it captures the purest kind of pressure: the silence before a dynamic sequence, the roar of the crowd and waves below, and the split-second slip that becomes a clean plunge into the ocean. Expect bold lines, big energy, and a rare setting that makes the climbing feel even wilder—an adrenaline hit and a reminder of why the edge is where the sport comes alive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=di3J13Vem8M https://www.youtube.com/embed/di3J13Vem8M 2012-12-21T17:41:33.000Z 274 1797340 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/dl1h0Jmqswc/wheel-of-life-v16-chris-webb-parsons 1970-01-14 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dl1h0Jmqswc/hqdefault.jpg Wheel of Life (V16) - Chris Webb-Parsons Wheel of Life (V16) follows Chris Webb-Parsons on a rare, early-era look at cutting-edge bouldering as he takes on the second ascent of Dai Koyamada’s infamous testpiece in the Hollow Mountain Cave of Australia’s Grampians. In just under six minutes, the film drops you straight into the cave’s steep, shadowed world—where every body position, micro-adjustment, and breath matters on one of the hardest problems of its time. What makes this worth watching is the purity of it: no excess, just raw movement and total commitment on a climb that demands precision, power, and composure when everything is screaming to peel you off. You’ll get a front-row seat to the pace and intensity of a V16 attempt—how a climber builds confidence on razor-thin margins, fights for control through the crux, and turns a mythic line into something tangible. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dl1h0Jmqswc https://www.youtube.com/embed/dl1h0Jmqswc 2007-10-21T14:56:09.000Z 352 34444 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/dpxrGtLHDOU/la-grigna-dei-ragni 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dpxrGtLHDOU/hqdefault.jpg LA GRIGNA DEI RAGNI LA GRIGNA DEI RAGNI drops you into the dramatic limestone world of the Grigne, home terrain of I Ragni di Lecco, where steep walls and mountain air blur the line between pure rock climbing and true alpinism. Shot by a small team led by filmmaker Riky Felderer alongside Cesare Castelnovo, Luca Polvara, and Yuri Palma, the film captures the spirit of a local climbing culture shaped by long approaches, exposed ridges, and the pull of big lines above the valleys of Lombardy. What makes this one worth your time is its honest, mountain-first feel: no over-polished hype, just movement on stone, changing light, and the quiet intensity of partners committing together. If you love the mix of technical climbing, alpine atmosphere, and that unmistakable Italian sense of history and style, this short film delivers a concentrated dose of inspiration—equal parts scenery, craft, and the timeless question of why we keep coming back to the wall. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpxrGtLHDOU https://www.youtube.com/embed/dpxrGtLHDOU 2017-04-13T16:52:53.000Z 1627 22425 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/dr1LA5EFym8/no-country-for-old-bolts-4k-nina-caprez-c-dric-lachat-au-rocher-crespin 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dr1LA5EFym8/hqdefault.jpg No country for old bolts (4K) - Nina Caprez & Cédric Lachat au Rocher Crespin No Country for Old Bolts (4K) drops you into a sun-baked corner of southern France as Nina Caprez and Cédric Lachat visit Rocher Crespin in the Drôme, a crag shaped by the passion of the Greenspits association. Over a tight 15 minutes, the film follows their first impressions, quickfire route reading, and the inevitable little mishaps that come with sharp holds, hard moves, and the stubborn pull of old hardware—served with plenty of humor and second-degree banter. What makes this one stick is the chemistry: beta swaps, honest suffering, and the kind of playful complaining every climber recognizes, all wrapped in crisp 4K images that make the limestone feel close enough to touch. With a strong supporting cast and a punchy edit and soundtrack, it’s a short, high-energy watch that captures the real texture of a day at the crag—pressure, laughter, and that satisfying moment when method turns into movement. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dr1LA5EFym8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/dr1LA5EFym8 2018-12-30T13:15:35.000Z 911 107503 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/dy4jGZ--grE/free-solo-climbing-like-youve-never-seen-it-before-w-alex-honnold 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dy4jGZ--grE/hqdefault.jpg Free Solo Climbing Like You've Never Seen It Before w/ Alex Honnold What does free solo actually look and feel like from the climber’s perspective? This film follows Alex Honnold as he uses virtual reality to bring viewers onto the wall with him, building the immersive documentary experience “Alex Honnold: The Soloist VR” after years of filming across Europe and North America. If you’ve ever wondered how focus, exposure, and movement combine when there’s no rope in sight, this is a front-row seat. Between the scale of the walls and the VR-first approach, it turns a familiar headline-worthy discipline into something more personal and immediate—an intense, close-in look at commitment on stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dy4jGZ--grE https://www.youtube.com/embed/dy4jGZ--grE 2022-03-03T10:00:30Z 558 2654996 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/e2es_JX_Hcw/pete-whittaker-1st-ascent-baron-greenback-e9-10-7a-wimberry-uk 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/e2es_JX_Hcw/hqdefault.jpg Pete Whittaker 1st ascent Baron Greenback, E9/10 7a, Wimberry, UK. Pete Whittaker 1st ascent Baron Greenback, E9/10 7a drops you onto the steep gritstone prow of Wimberry as Pete chases a landmark first ascent on one of the UK’s hardest lines. Filmed by WildCountryClimbing, this short, punchy episode captures a defining 2013 moment: a bold, technical E9/10 where every move feels earned and every pause carries consequence. What makes it unmissable is the rare mix of intensity and clarity—tight climbing footage, the palpable edge-of-the-possible commitment, and candid reflections on what it takes to unlock a route that “adds up” everything learned on gritstone. If you love hard grit, high stakes, and the alchemy of a perfect day on the crag with motivated partners, this is eight minutes that delivers the full weight of an elite ascent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2es_JX_Hcw https://www.youtube.com/embed/e2es_JX_Hcw 2013-10-23T20:52:18.000Z 511 106189 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/e9e1jRfZ7Dc/aidan-roberts-crushing-in-colorado 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/e9e1jRfZ7Dc/hqdefault.jpg Aidan Roberts crushing in Colorado Aidan Roberts crushing in Colorado follows the quiet, precise British boulderer as he links up on some of Colorado’s most iconic hard problems. With Mellow’s signature low-key style, this short film captures Aidan moving through the state’s compact stone and classic lines—from Cat Ranch to Chocolate Jesus, Ode to the Modern Man, Jade, and Evil Backwards—alongside standout moments like a Mental Pollution flash and the first ascent of Pleonexia. What makes this one worth your six minutes is the clarity of the climbing: minimal talk, maximum execution. You’ll get a front-row look at controlled power, subtle footwork, and the problem-solving that separates “trying hard” from actually sending at V12–V14. Edited by Giuliano, it’s a tight hit of motivation and atmosphere—perfect for a quick session boost or a reminder of how clean hard bouldering can look when everything clicks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9e1jRfZ7Dc https://www.youtube.com/embed/e9e1jRfZ7Dc 2019-10-15T01:29:50.000Z 361 36672 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/eCZ13uZ4XBE/focused-on-the-future-megan-mascarenas 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eCZ13uZ4XBE/hqdefault.jpg Focused on the Future - Megan Mascarenas Focused on the Future follows bouldering phenom Megan Mascarenas in a tight, inspiring athlete profile from Mad Rock. With roots in a focus her mother noticed early on, Megan’s story tracks the mindset behind her rapid rise—by 18, she’s already claimed a Bouldering World Cup win and climbed V13, carrying that intensity into every session. Worth watching for its punchy look at what separates talent from greatness, this short film captures the calm, deliberate energy that fuels high-end bouldering. It’s a reminder that progress is built on patience, precision, and stubborn belief—whether you’re chasing your first clean send or dreaming bigger, Megan’s forward-looking drive makes these minutes feel like a spark. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCZ13uZ4XBE https://www.youtube.com/embed/eCZ13uZ4XBE 2015-10-29T19:45:56.000Z 230 22993 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/eLkYtpvAS88/rooftown-volume-one 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eLkYtpvAS88/hqdefault.jpg Rooftown: Volume One Rooftown: Volume One drops you into the desert backcountry of Arizona for a focused, atmospheric bouldering journey alongside Matt Gentile, a climber with a clear eye for lines and the composure to make highball first ascents feel deliberate. Filmed in December 2016 for Friction Labs and Organic Climbing, Nathaniel Davison follows the search for steep roofs and proud features where every move counts and every landing feels a long way down. What makes this one worth your time is the blend of adventure and precision: remote approaches, raw stone, and the calm intensity of committing to tall, powerful problems with no room for hesitation. Crisp drone work and grounded, up-close sequences capture the scale of the blocks and the texture of the climbing, turning each attempt into a small expedition—equal parts exploration, craft, and nerve. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLkYtpvAS88 https://www.youtube.com/embed/eLkYtpvAS88 2017-08-06T23:08:10.000Z 1255 7815 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/eaY18bkqHWc/bone-saw-v14 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eaY18bkqHWc/hqdefault.jpg Bone Saw | V14 Bone Saw | V14 follows Mad Rock athletes Taylor McNeill and Nate Draughn as they battle to establish one of North Carolina’s hardest boulder problems. Shot in the mountains they grew up climbing, the film captures the grind of building a new line from the ground up—learning the movement, dialing the conditions, and pushing through the inevitable setbacks that come with the edge of possibility. What makes this worth watching is the mix of cutting-edge difficulty and hometown heart: two climbers returning to their roots to create something lasting. In just over seven minutes, you’ll get powerful attempts, problem-solving under pressure, and the kind of earned progression that climbers live for—culminating in a historic sequence of ascents that cements Bone Saw as a true testpiece. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eaY18bkqHWc https://www.youtube.com/embed/eaY18bkqHWc 2020-03-25T21:42:56.000Z 446 12187 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/efRRnI_SfwM/petzl-roctrip-2014-ep4-meteora-greece 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/efRRnI_SfwM/hqdefault.jpg Petzl RocTrip 2014 #Ep4 - Meteora, Greece Petzl RocTrip 2014 #Ep4 drops into the surreal landscape of Meteora, Greece, where towering stone pillars rise above ancient hermit dwellings and quiet monasteries. Following the RocTrip crew from October 1–6, this short film captures a stopover that feels like it bends time—part travelogue, part climbing dream—set against one of the most striking backdrops in the sport. It’s worth watching for the way it blends culture, history, and movement into a single, atmospheric hit of adventure. You’ll get a rush of “out-of-this-world” limestone climbing, a lineup of standout athletes, and a soundtrack that keeps the energy shifting from meditative to electric. If you want eight minutes of pure escape—where every shot makes you want to pack a rope and chase the next horizon—Meteora delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efRRnI_SfwM https://www.youtube.com/embed/efRRnI_SfwM 2014-11-14T15:37:26.000Z 498 224459 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/es538K0SjSw/daniel-woods-witness-the-fitness-v15-8c 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/es538K0SjSw/hqdefault.jpg Daniel Woods: Witness the Fitness (V15/8C) Unearthed from the archives, Daniel Woods: Witness the Fitness drops you into a brief, high-impact slice of bouldering history as Woods works through Witness the Fitness (V15/8C). Filmed in a raw, focused mellow style, it captures a rare moment around one of the sport’s most talked-about problems—where reputation and reality meet on unforgiving rock. What makes this worth watching is the nuance behind the headline grade: with key holds broken since the earlier ascents by Chris Sharma and Fred Nicole, the challenge shifts from “can it go?” to “how does it go now?” In under six minutes you get the tension of attempts, the precision of micro-beta, and that unmistakable feeling of commitment when everything depends on a few fingertips—perfect for anyone who loves seeing elite power, problem-solving, and persistence distilled to their essence. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es538K0SjSw https://www.youtube.com/embed/es538K0SjSw 2019-02-11T20:15:56.000Z 353 96317 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/exAhhD0n8QU/tour-de-bloc-helvetique-avec-fred-nicole-1996 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/exAhhD0n8QU/hqdefault.jpg Tour de Bloc Helvetique avec Fred Nicole, 1996 Tour de Bloc Helvetique avec Fred Nicole, 1996 drops you into the heart of Switzerland’s bouldering revolution with one of its defining figures: Fred Nicole. Shot as a firsthand time capsule, it follows the era’s raw energy and experimentation, building toward a landmark moment as Nicole takes on RADJA—widely considered a strong contender for the world’s first 8b+ boulder problem. What makes this short film special is its unmistakable “you had to be there” authenticity: grainy S‑VHS texture, a glimpse of early DV, and the unpolished immediacy of real sessions where standards were being rewritten in real time. If you love the roots of modern hard bouldering—powerful movement, problem-solving under pressure, and the quiet intensity of a master at work—this is a charming, historic watch that still hits with inspiration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exAhhD0n8QU https://www.youtube.com/embed/exAhhD0n8QU 2010-02-08T10:11:18.000Z 965 38267 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/f2TsTRu0BNc/the-orb 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/f2TsTRu0BNc/hqdefault.jpg The Orb Step into Boulder Canyon’s storied stone with The Orb, a tight, punchy sport climb tucked in the shadow of Castle Rock. In just over seven minutes, Lynn Hill teams up with Fred Knapp to puzzle out sequences, trade tries, and savor the kind of focused effort that hard climbing demands—equal parts curiosity, grit, and good humor in Colorado’s Front Range. What makes this short film sing is its simple, honest view of the process: testing wits, committing when it counts, and finding joy in the margins between attempts. With crisp filming from Kyle Ward and a feel for the local scene, The Orb is a quick hit of motivation—proof that even when it’s steep, it’s still possible, and it’s still fun. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2TsTRu0BNc https://www.youtube.com/embed/f2TsTRu0BNc 2019-03-05T22:59:13.000Z 439 79329 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/f55Rm0wDy5k/victimas-perez-9a-commented-climb-by-adam-ondra-margalef-spain 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/f55Rm0wDy5k/hqdefault.jpg Victimas Perez 9a | Commented climb by Adam Ondra | Margalef, Spain Adam Ondra takes viewers on an intimate, uncut journey through one of his most personally challenging routes: Victimas Perez, a 9a at Margalef, Spain. In this commented climb, Ondra narrates six attempts across three days on a steep overhang that demands relentless two-finger pocket pulling, power endurance, and a devilish final crux that repeatedly turned him around. What makes this film exceptional is the raw honesty Ondra brings to his own struggles. Far from a highlight reel, it is a detailed, self-analyzed record of a route he describes as his absolute nemesis, originally a side-project during his Perfecto Mundo campaign. Watching one of the world's best climbers dissect failure and persevere through bad skin, pumped arms, and a foot slip on the final headwall is both humbling and deeply inspiring for climbers at any level. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f55Rm0wDy5k https://www.youtube.com/embed/f55Rm0wDy5k 2021-03-29T16:09:54Z 721 418593 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/f71lfV-KDM0/brooke-raboutou-edit-sendy-switzerland 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/f71lfV-KDM0/hqdefault.jpg Brooke Raboutou Edit: Sendy Switzerland Brooke Raboutou takes center stage in this slick edit from Mellow, documenting her winter assault on some of Ticino's most coveted boulder problems. From the sculpted granite of Magic Wood to the storied lines that have tested the world's best, Brooke moves through a gauntlet of V12-V15 classics with a mix of raw power and precise technical footwork that makes even the desperate moves look controlled. What makes this edit worth your time is watching a young climber at the peak of her abilities go head-to-head with true test pieces — the kind of problems that demand everything. The footage is crisp, the climbing is fierce, and the Swiss landscape provides a stunning backdrop. Whether you're here for the beta or just the stoke, Brooke's fight on these lines delivers both in full. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f71lfV-KDM0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/f71lfV-KDM0 2022-04-04T17:29:35Z 589 113769 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/f7KeN8pEitg/dalton-bunker-moonshine-14d-9a 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/f7KeN8pEitg/hqdefault.jpg Dalton Bunker - Moonshine (14d/9a) Dalton Bunker - Moonshine (14d/9a) drops you into Wild Iris, Wyoming for a quick, focused burst of high-end sport climbing. In this short film from mellow, Dalton steps up to “Moonshine,” a compact but brutally resistant testpiece first established by local legend BJ Tilden—an unassuming strip of stone with a reputation for fighting back. Worth watching for its pure, no-frills intensity, Moonshine captures the specific kind of battle that only a short route can deliver: relentless moves, skin-scraping holds, and a pump that arrives fast and stays. It’s a sharp shot of motivation—part pain, part precision—showing the mindset it takes to commit when every grip feels like it bites, and the send demands equal parts control, grit, and swagger. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7KeN8pEitg https://www.youtube.com/embed/f7KeN8pEitg 2019-09-23T17:00:11.000Z 209 31517 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/fCcl3m-EXyg/3-neil-greshams-climbing-masterclass-handholds 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fCcl3m-EXyg/hqdefault.jpg 3 Neil Greshams Climbing Masterclass - Handholds In this short installment of Neil Gresham’s Climbing Masterclass, Handholds focuses on one of the most overlooked keys to climbing well: how you actually grip what’s in front of you. From crisp edges and tweaky pockets to open-handed slopers, Gresham breaks down the “tools” of handholds and the subtle technique changes that can turn a hold from unusable into secure. What makes this worth watching is how practical it is—less theory, more instant upgrades. It’s a fast checklist you can take straight to the wall, helping you spot inefficiencies, reduce wasted strength, and choose the right grip for the right moment. If you’ve ever felt like you were “doing the moves” but still slipping off, this is the kind of micro-skill tune-up that can unlock your next grade. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCcl3m-EXyg https://www.youtube.com/embed/fCcl3m-EXyg 2016-02-17T22:09:02.000Z 405 86641 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/fLRHS1aM-TA/tis-the-squeezin 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fLRHS1aM-TA/hqdefault.jpg Tis the Squeezin Tis the Squeezin drops you into Colorado’s Front Range for a fall bouldering mission with Mad Rock athletes Nate Draughn and Taylor McNeill, hunting down the kind of compression problems that fight back. After seasons spent roaming alpine blocs, they trade big skies for steep stone, returning to old nemesis boulders and chasing lines they’ve only ever watched on a screen. It’s worth watching for the mix of raw effort and pure momentum: tense tries that build into confident sends, the snap of a V13 flash when everything clicks, and the satisfying grind of learning the squeeze. With sharp filming from Kevin Takashi Smith and a stoke-heavy pace, it’s a short, punchy hit of modern bouldering—powerful, technical, and impossible not to feel through your forearms. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLRHS1aM-TA https://www.youtube.com/embed/fLRHS1aM-TA 2020-04-08T16:31:13.000Z 931 29828 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/fSEDc-iUZsY/transition-preview-toast-e7-6c 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fSEDc-iUZsY/hqdefault.jpg Transition Preview - Toast E7 6c Transition Preview – Toast E7 6c is a short, punchy sneak peek from Hot Aches Productions, dropping you onto the rugged Isle of Skye as Dave MacLeod attempts the first ascent of “Toast” (E7 6c) at Suidhe Biorach during filming for the feature project Transition. In just over four minutes, it captures the tension, focus, and commitment that define hard trad climbing, with the wild Scottish landscape as a stark backdrop. This preview is worth your time because it distills the essence of a serious lead into a tight burst of atmosphere and intent: crisp cinematography, real-on-the-rock decision making, and that unmistakable Hot Aches feel for honest climbing storytelling. Whether you’re here for MacLeod’s precision under pressure or just want a shot of pure psych, it’s a quick hit of big-route energy that leaves you wanting the full film. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSEDc-iUZsY https://www.youtube.com/embed/fSEDc-iUZsY 2015-07-01T12:03:10.000Z 251 8031 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/fUCXnLdO_GU/making-history-on-the-trango-towers-pakistan-edu-marin 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fUCXnLdO_GU/hqdefault.jpg Making History on the Trango Towers, Pakistan - Edu Marin High above the Baltoro Glacier in Pakistan’s Karakoram, the Trango Towers rise like stone skyscrapers—remote, steep, and brutally beautiful. In this film, Edu Marín, supported by his brother Alex and father Novato, sets his sights on a landmark objective: the second free ascent of Eternal Flame on the Nameless Tower. This is big-wall climbing at its most committing—thin air, huge exposure, and the kind of sustained focus that turns every pitch into a test of nerve and endurance. With the history of the route looming in the background and the scale of the wall never letting up, it’s a gripping watch for anyone who loves ambitious lines, family teamwork, and the sharp edge where adventure meets performance. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUCXnLdO_GU https://www.youtube.com/embed/fUCXnLdO_GU 2025-12-08T17:01:10Z 1958 1078125 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/fWnHGILfONk/black-diamond-presents-next-go-for-sure-with-alex-honnold 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fWnHGILfONk/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond Presents: Next Go For Sure with Alex Honnold Alex Honnold steps into his so-called “trad dad” era in this Black Diamond short, but the mission is anything but mellow. Tag along as Honnold links up with BD athletes Carlo Traversi and Nik Berry for a day of trad-cragging near Tahoe, bushwhacking into the mountains in search of an obscure, clean splitter. What makes this one click is the contrast: laid-back banter and big-name familiarity set against real effort, uncertainty, and the honest sting of jamming. Shot and crafted by Traversi, it’s a tight hit of modern trad—earned approaches, committing cracks, and a reminder that Honnold’s engine still runs hot when the rock turns steep and the hands start hurting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWnHGILfONk https://www.youtube.com/embed/fWnHGILfONk 2025-09-30T14:30:27Z 977 501004 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/f_MniTA8MYU/megatron-v17 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/f_MniTA8MYU/hqdefault.jpg MEGATRON V17 A long-standing Colorado project finally comes together in MEGATRON V17, a film that follows the obsession, the setbacks, and the breakthrough on one of the world’s hardest boulder problems. Featuring Shawn Raboutou alongside Daniel Woods, Drew Ruana, Chad Greedy, and Jimmy Webb, it’s a front-row seat to what it takes to finish something that’s resisted attempts for years. This one is worth watching for the full arc: the tiny margins, the mental grind, and the explosive moments where everything either clicks or collapses. With crisp filming and a crew that understands exactly how brutal V17 can be, MEGATRON delivers the kind of tension and payoff that only cutting-edge bouldering can produce. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_MniTA8MYU https://www.youtube.com/embed/f_MniTA8MYU 2022-11-18T17:00:17Z 1352 499150 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/famIyftIB-w/rocklands-bouldering-on-orange-sandstone-south-africa-2017 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/famIyftIB-w/hqdefault.jpg ROCKLANDS - Bouldering on Orange Sandstone | South Africa 2017 ROCKLANDS - Bouldering on Orange Sandstone is a fast-moving trip film from BlocBusters that drops you into South Africa’s legendary Rocklands bouldering scene. Across nearly 25 minutes, the crew roams the Cederberg’s sun-baked valleys and sculpted orange sandstone, linking days of travel, camp life, and hard sessions into a single, stoke-heavy highlight reel spanning classics from 6C to 8A. What makes this one worth your time is how much variety and momentum it packs into a short runtime: steep roofs, pockety power, technical faces, and the kind of micro-beta moments that boulderers love—without ever losing the sense of place. If you’ve dreamed of Rocklands or just want a hit of motivation, the film delivers crisp scenery, a strong ticklist, and that familiar rhythm of try-hard, small victories, and shared obsession that keeps you coming back for one more attempt. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=famIyftIB-w https://www.youtube.com/embed/famIyftIB-w 2017-08-04T14:21:44.000Z 1497 41705 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ffQ8JtrIXPM/jonas-winter-in-val-bavona 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ffQ8JtrIXPM/hqdefault.jpg Jonas Winter in Val Bavona Jonas Winter in Val Bavona drops you into the granite playground of Switzerland’s Val Bavona as Jonas hunts down some of the valley’s finest blocs. In just over five minutes, you’ll see him moving with quiet precision across steep faces and sharp features, linking powerful sequences and delicate body positions on world-class problems—mixing hard repeats with the excitement of new lines. What makes this one worth your time is the contrast: raw strength and micro-beta, loud efforts and calm composure, all set against that unmistakably “mellow” Bavona atmosphere. With standout climbs like Tomba (8B+), Off the Wagon (8B+), and first ascents La peregrina (8A+) and Enkidu (8A+), it’s a tight hit of high-end bouldering that’s equal parts inspiring and rewatchable—perfect when you want a quick dose of motivation before your next session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffQ8JtrIXPM https://www.youtube.com/embed/ffQ8JtrIXPM 2020-04-27T17:56:36.000Z 319 24021 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/fgMyjv-ubYg/charles-albert-et-lucien-martinez-des-fanatiques-c-se-relais-vertical-ep-93 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fgMyjv-ubYg/hqdefault.jpg Charles Albert et Lucien Martinez, des fanatiques à Céüse | Relais Vertical, Ep.93 Relais Vertical heads to the limestone cathedral of Céüse for a short, intense winter escape with two true obsessives: Charles Albert and Lucien Martinez. Fresh from Fontainebleau and armed with five precious days, they arrive with wildly specific goals—one to probe the razor-thin possibilities of an extreme boulder sequence tucked in a cave at the base of the wall, the other to embrace the unlikely gift of snow and cold to grind on Three Degrees of Separation (9a/+). What makes this episode so compelling is its honest portrait of fanatical motivation: the small rituals, the patient repetition, the micro-adjustments that turn “impossible” into “maybe.” Expect crisp Céüse scenery, a focused look at process over hype, and the kind of quiet intensity that will have any climber itching to chalk up, chase friction, and commit to the work. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgMyjv-ubYg https://www.youtube.com/embed/fgMyjv-ubYg 2019-03-22T14:45:00.000Z 913 104912 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/fkJ9DJcgi9g/first-ascent-of-too-tall-to-fall-v10 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fkJ9DJcgi9g/hqdefault.jpg First Ascent of Too Tall to Fall - V10 Choss Media heads to Bishop for a gritty session on volcanic stone, where fine lines meet flaky holds and every move feels earned. First Ascent of Too Tall to Fall - V10 captures a crew pushing through the dust and doubt, from Miles Adamson’s first ascent of the film’s namesake problem to standout attempts on local testpieces like Judge Not V9, Center Direct V10, Ambrosia V11 (TR), Kill on Sight V11, and Evilution Direct V11. What makes this one worth your 13 minutes is its mix of raw bouldering energy and the honest texture of the place: powerful sequences, real problem-solving, and the kind of “will it hold?” tension only chossy Bishop days deliver. It’s equal parts send-quest and road-trip stoke—perfect if you love hard grades, first ascents, and watching climbers commit when the rock (and the margin) isn’t forgiving. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkJ9DJcgi9g https://www.youtube.com/embed/fkJ9DJcgi9g 2020-01-10T17:14:46.000Z 825 105841 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/fvJOCJh1vpY/8b-free-solo 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fvJOCJh1vpY/hqdefault.jpg 8b+ Free Solo In 8b+ Free Solo, Dave MacLeod drops you into a razor-edged moment from his film Echo Wall: a free solo of Darwin Dixit in Margalef, a route widely known as 8b+ (and once considered 8c). Framed as a “training exercise” for his bigger ambitions on Ben Nevis, this short, intense extract captures the mindset of a climber deliberately pushing the boundary between control and consequence. What makes it unmissable is how much it says in so little time: precise movement on steep rock, the quiet calculations behind committing above the last good stance, and the way confidence is built through purposeful exposure. With a raw, personal feel—filmed by Claire MacLeod on her very first climbing shoot—it plays like a distilled hit of commitment, focus, and the strange calm that can settle in when there’s nothing between you and the ground but your decisions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvJOCJh1vpY https://www.youtube.com/embed/fvJOCJh1vpY 2019-09-23T09:39:45.000Z 331 124943 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/fzn43YOyaLk/uncut-daniel-woods-the-process-v16-8c-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fzn43YOyaLk/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Daniel Woods "The Process" (v16/8C+) FA Daniel Woods returns to Bishop, California to take on “The Process” (also known as Humpty Dumpty), a notoriously fragile, razor-edge boulder problem that’s become a modern benchmark at V16/8C+. In this uncut, behind-the-scenes session from mellow, you’re dropped straight into the attempt-by-attempt reality of a first ascent: the small adjustments, the setbacks, and the relentless focus it takes to make progress on something this unforgiving. What makes this worth watching is the honesty of the “process” itself. There’s no glossed-over montage—just raw effort, problem solving, and the tension of committing to a line where precision matters and the rock demands respect. If you love seeing elite bouldering up close, with every decision and micro-beta shift laid bare, this short film delivers a concentrated dose of high-level climbing at its most real. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzn43YOyaLk https://www.youtube.com/embed/fzn43YOyaLk 2019-12-25T22:40:35.000Z 370 42819 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/g4E748X07dQ/20-neil-greshams-masterclass-deadpointing 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/g4E748X07dQ/hqdefault.jpg 20 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Deadpointing Neil Gresham’s Masterclass: Deadpointing is a quick, focused lesson on one of climbing’s most useful movement skills: the deadpoint. In just a few minutes, Gresham breaks down how to hit a hold at the peak of your reach with control—bridging the gap between static precision and dynamic commitment on steep or reachy sequences. What makes this worth watching is its no-nonsense clarity: simple cues, common mistakes to avoid, and practical adjustments you can take straight to the wall. Whether you’re lunging for a distant edge on a boulder problem or trying to conserve energy on a sport route, this mini masterclass will help you move more efficiently, stick moves more consistently, and climb with a calmer, more confident rhythm. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4E748X07dQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/g4E748X07dQ 2016-02-21T13:21:04.000Z 156 53763 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/gBWjmjwpcc0/uncut-decided-8b-v14-flash-tomoa-narasaki 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gBWjmjwpcc0/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Decided (8B+/V14) FLASH - Tomoa Narasaki Olympic-level powerhouse and 2019 Bouldering World Champion Tomoa Narasaki steps up to “Decided” (8B+/V14) in Mizugaki, Japan—and makes an elite challenge look anything but decided. In just over a minute, this tight, no-filler clip captures the calm focus, fast problem-solving, and ruthless precision that define one of the sport’s most electrifying competitors. What makes this worth watching is the rarity of the moment: a hard flash at the upper edge of modern bouldering, executed with total commitment and zero hesitation. You’ll see micro-adjustments, decisive movement, and that split-second confidence that separates great climbers from legends—perfect for a quick hit of inspiration before your next session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBWjmjwpcc0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/gBWjmjwpcc0 2019-12-04T18:17:56.000Z 66 49347 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/gIZaNluM2KM/darwin-dixit-8c 1970-01-14 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gIZaNluM2KM/hqdefault.jpg Darwin Dixit 8c Dave MacLeod takes on Darwin Dixit (8c) in Margalef in this short, punchy climbing film from 2008. In under four minutes you get a close look at a world-class sport climber working through the moves, linking sequences, and committing to a serious line on steep, pocketed limestone—capturing the intensity of a hard redpoint in a legendary Spanish crag. It’s worth watching for the pure, unfiltered feel of high-end performance: crisp movement, tactical pacing, and that quiet battle between doubt and determination that every climber recognizes. Whether you’re here for 8c inspiration, Margalef vibes, or just to see MacLeod’s composed style on a route with real bite, this is a quick hit of motivation that leaves you wanting another burn. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gIZaNluM2KM https://www.youtube.com/embed/gIZaNluM2KM 2008-03-13T23:57:34.000Z 238 59893 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/gLQtytqJ_KM/wide-boyz-spradventure-hanibal-cz 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gLQtytqJ_KM/hqdefault.jpg WIDE BOYZ: Spradventure | Hanibal.cz Wide Boyz: Spradventure follows crack-climbing masters Pete Whittaker and Tom Randall as they trade their usual battlegrounds for the unique world of Czech sandstone. Invited to Adršpach, the duo quickly discovers that “just being strong” isn’t enough here—local rules, delicate rock, and old-school protection demand a whole new mindset, turning their trip into a playful return to climbing school. What makes this film so watchable is the mix of elite talent and genuine humility: watching world-class specialists problem-solve on unfamiliar terrain is equal parts funny, tense, and inspiring. With beautiful sandstone towers, bold traditional lines, and the Wide Boyz’ signature stoke, it’s a compact adventure that celebrates travel, partnership, and the joy of learning—no matter how good you already are. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLQtytqJ_KM https://www.youtube.com/embed/gLQtytqJ_KM 2017-04-02T08:26:00.000Z 1544 170061 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/gLnM389Wo9Y/abyss-north-americas-highest-bouldering 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gLnM389Wo9Y/hqdefault.jpg ABYSS - North America's Highest Bouldering ABYSS - North America’s Highest Bouldering drops you into Colorado’s thin-air frontier, where secret alpine stone and big ambitions collide. From Louder Than Eleven, this 47-minute film follows the exploration and development of high-elevation climbing above the Front Range, tracing the lines, the characters, and the growing controversy around secrecy, style, and the ethics of putting new routes on the map—building toward a headline-making first ascent at altitude. What makes ABYSS so gripping is that it’s not just about hard moves; it’s about the culture that forms around them. With a stacked cast of climbers and candid commentary from across the community, it captures the push-and-pull between adventure and preservation, personal vision and shared responsibility. Expect moody mountain atmosphere, sharp storytelling, and the kind of debate that lingers after the credits—perfect if you like your climbing films with both intensity and ideas. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLnM389Wo9Y https://www.youtube.com/embed/gLnM389Wo9Y 2012-10-15T23:31:19.000Z 2853 299526 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/gP9ZOuJB7X0/underground-8c-9a-jakob-schubert 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gP9ZOuJB7X0/hqdefault.jpg Underground (8c+/9a) Jakob Schubert Jakob Schubert takes on “Underground” (8c+/9a) in Massone, Arco, Italy—an intense slice of steep limestone where every move demands precision. In this short film from Schubert’s own channel, you’re dropped right into the fight: a modern testpiece, a world-class climber, and the quiet, focused rhythm of trying hard on one of Arco’s most iconic lines. What makes this worth your seven minutes is the clarity of the performance—power where it counts, calm when it matters, and the kind of subtle footwork and body tension that separates attempts from sends. Whether you’re here for inspiration, beta-by-osmosis, or just the thrill of watching limits get pushed, “Underground” delivers that addictive blend of commitment, control, and pure climbing momentum. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gP9ZOuJB7X0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/gP9ZOuJB7X0 2010-04-01T13:41:34.000Z 451 55799 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/gToXuB9jgtU/corona-cation-nate-draughn 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gToXuB9jgtU/hqdefault.jpg Corona-cation | Nate Draughn Just days before the world hit pause, Corona-cation follows Nate Draughn and Taylor McNeill as they squeeze in a last-minute escape to Utah’s spring climbing zones. With the shutdown looming, their quick-hit road trip becomes a timely snapshot of that strange in-between moment—chasing stone, sun, and movement while everything else starts to close in. In just over six minutes, the film packs in crisp lines, desert light, and the simple joy of trying hard with a good partner. It’s worth watching for the urgency in every session, the relaxed road-trip energy, and the reminder of why climbers chase these windows whenever they open: a few perfect days, a sharp focus on the next hold, and the kind of freedom you don’t take for granted after it’s gone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gToXuB9jgtU https://www.youtube.com/embed/gToXuB9jgtU 2020-04-30T14:29:07.000Z 391 8743 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/g_8090__Blg/the-fire-within-stephan-vogt-action-directe-9a 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/g_8090__Blg/hqdefault.jpg THE FIRE WITHIN - Stephan Vogt | Action Directe 9a Stephan Vogt takes on one of sport climbing’s most iconic tests in THE FIRE WITHIN, a short, high-focus film from Mad Rock centered on Action Directe (9a). Anchored by Wolfgang Güllich’s timeless line—“The climber’s strongest muscle is the brain”—the story follows Vogt’s long pursuit, built from more than 20 days on the route spread across five years of patient, deliberate projection. What makes this worth your seven minutes is the mental battle behind the grade: managing doubt, refining micro-beta, and returning again and again when progress is measured in millimeters. It’s a tight hit of motivation and perspective for anyone who’s ever obsessed over a sequence—proof that the real crux often isn’t the holds, but the commitment to keep showing up until the impossible finally feels inevitable. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_8090__Blg https://www.youtube.com/embed/g_8090__Blg 2017-10-23T16:00:06.000Z 439 64971 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/gbK4MqpFsVc/adam-ondra-first-ascent-of-the-brutal-9b-robin-ud 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gbK4MqpFsVc/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra First Ascent Of The Brutal 9b Robin Ud Adam Ondra First Ascent Of The Brutal 9b Robin Ud follows the world’s hardest-climbing specialist as he takes on Robin Ud—an old Slovakian testpiece envisioned by Maros Škvarka and billed as the country’s first potential 9b. Over three days on razor-thin margins, Ondra dials the sequences, fights for micro-rests, and returns for the decisive attempt after an overnight journey from Switzerland, stepping off the bus and heading straight for the rock. What makes this short film so satisfying is how clearly it captures the reality behind a top-grade send: the methodical rehearsal, the fatigue, the nerves, and the final commitment when everything has to click in one continuous push. If you love watching elite climbing without the fluff—just precision, pressure, and a route that refuses to be tamed—this is eight minutes of pure focus and payoff. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbK4MqpFsVc https://www.youtube.com/embed/gbK4MqpFsVc 2016-11-21T16:20:40.000Z 513 779623 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/gc7AYGzlxJY/adam-ondra-21-the-hardest-route-in-the-world 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gc7AYGzlxJY/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #21: The hardest route in the world Adam Ondra #21: The hardest route in the world drops you into the steep limestone of Flatanger, Norway, for a focused look at Silence—the world’s first 9c—and the questions that have followed it ever since. In just over nine minutes, Ondra revisits the line that redefined what “possible” meant in sport climbing, pairing rare archive footage with his firsthand perspective on how the route was solved. What makes this worth your time is the clarity: you’re not just watching hard moves, you’re watching the process behind them—micro-beta, tiny margins, and the mental grind of trying at the absolute limit. Whether you’re into bouldering, lead, or the Olympic side of the sport, this is a quick, high-impact dose of modern climbing history and the intensity that lives behind a single grade. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gc7AYGzlxJY https://www.youtube.com/embed/gc7AYGzlxJY 2019-07-08T18:00:14.000Z 556 346362 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ghqzTD1I4Xk/conquistador-direct-8b-chironico-dave-macleod 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ghqzTD1I4Xk/hqdefault.jpg Conquistador Direct 8b Chironico Dave MacLeod Dave MacLeod drops into the granite playground of Chironico, Switzerland for a fast, focused repeat of Conquistador Direct—an iconic boulder problem graded 8B (often debated up to 8B+) since its first ascent in 2010. In under two minutes, this short film captures the essence of top-end bouldering: precision on small holds, total-body tension, and the calm intensity it takes to make hard moves look inevitable. It’s worth watching for the clarity of the performance. There’s no filler—just a masterclass in pacing, footwork, and commitment as MacLeod links powerful sequences with efficient control. Whether you’re here to study high-grade tactics or simply soak up the snap and silence of a world-class send, this is a quick hit of pure climbing quality. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghqzTD1I4Xk https://www.youtube.com/embed/ghqzTD1I4Xk 2012-04-25T21:45:00.000Z 89 20559 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/gsU5PjguPgw/will-stanhope-goes-solo-on-the-crack-climbs-of-joshua-tree-hardliners-ep-3 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gsU5PjguPgw/hqdefault.jpg Will Stanhope Goes Solo On The Crack Climbs Of Joshua Tree | Hardliners, Ep. 3 Canadian trad ace and quiet free-solo machine Will Stanhope heads to Joshua Tree in this episode of Hardliners from EpicTV, trading small talk for sunlit granite and clean, committing crack lines. With Matt Segal along for the ride, Will still spends most of his time moving alone—stacking up solos on the park’s storied classics and channeling the old-school spirit of Stonemaster legend John Bachar. It’s worth watching for the rare mix of calm humility and high-consequence precision: hands and feet disappearing into splitter seams, body tension dialed, decisions made without hesitation. In just a few minutes you get Joshua Tree’s stark beauty, the rhythm of crack climbing, and a front-row seat to what “before breakfast” really looks like when the climber is this comfortable on the sharp end—even when the rope finally comes out for the laser-cut challenge of Asteroid Crack (5.13). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsU5PjguPgw https://www.youtube.com/embed/gsU5PjguPgw 2015-06-19T09:27:58.000Z 446 249965 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/guVZd4_huSQ/nightmayer-steve-mc-clure 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/guVZd4_huSQ/hqdefault.jpg Nightmayer - Steve MC CLURE Nightmayer follows British climbing legend Steve McClure back to the limestone of Malham, where home-rock pride meets world-class difficulty. After decades of traveling the globe and pushing his limits, McClure turns his focus to a long-standing personal challenge: an onsight attempt on Nightmayer, a route known for being hard, complex, and deeply committing. In just a few minutes, this film captures the essence of what makes elite sport climbing so gripping—the quiet calculation before leaving the ground, the fight to stay composed when the sequence unravels, and the razor-thin margin between control and failure. Whether you’re here for Malham’s iconic steep power climbing or for a masterclass in focus under pressure, Nightmayer delivers the kind of tension and inspiration that makes you want to chalk up and try again. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guVZd4_huSQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/guVZd4_huSQ 2020-03-31T17:00:18.000Z 434 75912 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/gufdj59cNmk/hippytree-possessed 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gufdj59cNmk/hqdefault.jpg HippyTree / Possessed HippyTree / Possessed drops you into a year on the road with Jimmy Webb, chasing the kind of climbing that isn’t on anyone’s tick list yet. Filmed and edited by his close friend Kevin Takashi Smith, it follows a restless, map-spanning hunt for untouched stone across the wide-open landscapes of Wyoming, the granite of Lake Tahoe, and the volcanic walls of Red Rocks, with a strong crew along for the ride—Keenan Takahashi, Daniel Woods, Dave Wetmore, Taylor McNeill, Hannah Donnelly, and Rami Annab. What makes this one stick is the mix of raw adventure and deliberate craft: long drives, remote zones, and the quiet intensity of trying hard on brand-new lines, all cut with a soundtrack that keeps the momentum rolling. It’s a film about first ascents, yes, but more than that it’s about the mindset—showing how obsession, partnership, and the pull of beautiful rock can turn an ordinary year into something possessed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gufdj59cNmk https://www.youtube.com/embed/gufdj59cNmk 2019-09-06T17:07:30.000Z 2039 154076 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/gv2BVT2nLv4/14-neil-greshams-masterclass-t-t-heel-toe 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gv2BVT2nLv4/hqdefault.jpg 14 Neil Greshams Masterclass - T&T Heel toe Short and sharp, this episode of Neil Gresham’s Masterclass zeroes in on the heel-toe: a powerful hybrid of heel hook and toe hook that can turn desperate feet into a locked-in, confidence-boosting placement on steep terrain. In just 37 seconds, Neil breaks down the essential mechanics—how the foot wedges, where the pressure comes from, and why this move can feel unbelievably secure when you need stability on overhangs and roofs. It’s worth watching because it delivers a high-impact technique lesson with no fluff: a quick visual cue you can carry straight into your next session, whether you’re battling a bouldery crux or trying to rest on wildly steep ground. You’ll also get a practical warning that every climber should hear—heel-toes can stick—so you can practice smarter, protect your knees and ankles, and add a reliable tool to your steep-climbing toolkit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gv2BVT2nLv4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/gv2BVT2nLv4 2016-02-21T12:44:44.000Z 37 31717 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/hB5LZaQgNfM/adam-ondra-50-new-milestone 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hB5LZaQgNfM/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #50: New Milestone In Adam Ondra #50: New Milestone, Adam returns to Stránská skála on the edge of Brno—an iconic crag that once served as an “outdoor climbing gym” for generations who trained on whatever they could find. With most lines long since climbed, tweaked, and eliminated into endless variations, Adam sets his sights on a lingering local challenge that somehow stayed untouched, chasing a personal benchmark that feels like both a tribute to the place and a step forward in his Road to Tokyo era. This short film is a tight dose of motivation: thoughtful context about how climbers build strength, focus, and movement over years, then the satisfying tension of watching a world-class athlete test himself on a problem that refuses to give in easily. Expect a grounded, vlog-like atmosphere, sharp climbing moments, and the special appeal of seeing “one last” milestone attempted on a well-worn training ground—plus a tease of an upcoming 360° bonus climb that hints at an even more immersive perspective to come. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hB5LZaQgNfM https://www.youtube.com/embed/hB5LZaQgNfM 2020-01-27T19:04:32.000Z 519 326882 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/hDZZhEHBaEA/daniel-woods-climbs-lucid-dreaming-v15 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hDZZhEHBaEA/hqdefault.jpg Daniel Woods Climbs Lucid Dreaming V15 Daniel Woods Climbs Lucid Dreaming V15 drops you into Bishop, California for a quick, high-impact look at one of bouldering’s most talked-about crimp testpieces. In just a few minutes, you’ll watch Woods take on Lucid Dreaming—originally graded V16—and measure himself against the razor-edged precision and commitment the line demands. What makes this worth watching is the pure intensity packed into every attempt: tiny holds, body tension that never lets up, and a defining moment—a dynamic move to a slick, “glassy” mini-pinch that feels almost unreal. It’s a sharp snapshot of elite bouldering at its most exacting, where success hinges on millimeters, timing, and the calm confidence to launch anyway. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDZZhEHBaEA https://www.youtube.com/embed/hDZZhEHBaEA 2014-12-17T11:41:50.000Z 207 84898 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/hQblHth3Eas/uncut-barefoot-charles-albert-no-kpote-only-proposed-9a-v17-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hQblHth3Eas/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: barefoot Charles Albert - No kpote only (proposed 9A/V17) FA In Uncut: barefoot Charles Albert - No kpote only (proposed 9A/V17) FA, mellow drops you into a razor-focused moment from January 2019 as Charles Albert commits to his long-standing project, No Kpote Only—barefoot, understated, and aiming straight at the top end of bouldering’s mythic scale. With the first ascent carrying a proposed 9A/V17, the film captures that electric intersection of obsession, precision, and the quiet confidence of a climber who’s been living with a line for years. What makes this short uncut watch so gripping is how little it needs to say: the movement speaks, the tension builds in real time, and every smear and toe placement feels amplified by the choice to climb barefoot. Add the ongoing grade conversation—Ryohei Kameyama’s repeat and the suggestion of 8C+/9A—and you’ve got a snapshot of cutting-edge bouldering where style, difficulty, and debate all collide in under two minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQblHth3Eas https://www.youtube.com/embed/hQblHth3Eas 2020-04-15T19:11:11.000Z 98 63188 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/hVkgSZUwn3k/lotus-flower-multipitch-climbing-in-canada-fran-ais-english 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hVkgSZUwn3k/hqdefault.jpg Lotus Flower - Multipitch climbing in Canada [français - english] Deep in Canada’s legendary “Cirque of the Unclimbables,” Lotus Flower follows a team of world-class climbers onto a breathtaking 600-meter granite spire that splits the sky like an arrow. With Arnaud Petit, Stéphanie Bodet, Beth Rodden, and Tommy Caldwell on the wall and Petzl’s camera capturing every move, this short film is a vivid portrait of multipitch adventure—where elegant lines, exposure, and commitment come together high above a remote alpine valley. What makes it worth your time is the rare mix of artistry and intensity: clean granite, sustained climbing, and the quiet teamwork that turns a huge route into a shared experience. At under 17 minutes, it’s a concentrated hit of big-wall atmosphere—equal parts awe, focus, and the kind of scenery that reminds you why climbers travel so far for a single perfect line. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hVkgSZUwn3k https://www.youtube.com/embed/hVkgSZUwn3k 2011-02-10T16:08:54.000Z 1015 199993 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/h_cq63NCKVA/pete-whittaker-silent-scream-e7-6c-fa 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/h_cq63NCKVA/hqdefault.jpg Pete Whittaker - Silent Scream E7 6C FA Pete Whittaker - Silent Scream E7 6C FA follows one of Britain’s most uncompromising trad climbers as he takes on a fiercely technical, mentally punishing line in Burbage, deep in the Peak District gritstone. In just under thirteen minutes, Hot Aches Productions captures Pete in his element: quietly methodical, intensely focused, and committed to turning a daunting idea into a memorable first ascent. This film is worth watching for the raw, no-nonsense look at what it really takes to climb at the sharp end—where every move is earned and the pressure is constant. Expect close-up gritstone precision, calm under fire, and the kind of controlled intensity that makes E7 feel less like a grade and more like a psychological arena. If you love bold British trad, big decisions, and the special atmosphere of Peak District climbing, Silent Scream delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_cq63NCKVA https://www.youtube.com/embed/h_cq63NCKVA 2019-03-08T12:02:10.000Z 776 39709 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/hatSw5NMOO8/sean-bailey-coup-de-gr-ce-9a-5-14d 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hatSw5NMOO8/hqdefault.jpg Sean Bailey - Coup de Grâce (9a/5.14d) Sean Bailey - Coup de Grâce (9a/5.14d) drops you into the granite heart of Ticino, Switzerland, as Sean Bailey takes on Dave Graham’s revered testpiece in Val Bavona. In just over eight minutes, mellow captures the quiet intensity behind a top-tier redpoint: the build-up, the commitment, and the precise movement required when the holds are small and the margins are even smaller. What makes this worth watching is how cleanly it distills the experience of climbing at your limit—no theatrics, just focus, friction, and the kind of control that only shows up after countless attempts. With a sharp, unobtrusive edit by KT and a grounded feel throughout, it’s a quick hit of high-end sport climbing that leaves you inspired to chase your own “coup de grâce,” whatever grade it happens to be. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hatSw5NMOO8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/hatSw5NMOO8 2019-06-24T16:00:07.000Z 507 38664 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/hfWY8rq41zM/8b-slab-with-good-holds-adam-ondra 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hfWY8rq41zM/hqdefault.jpg 8b+ Slab With Good Holds! | Adam Ondra Adam Ondra heads to Arco for a very different kind of hard climbing: a smooth, low-angle slab where composure matters as much as strength. In this episode he breaks down the unusual character of Diretta Italo-Spagnola, working out the beta and then committing to the delicate sequences that make this wall so memorable. What makes it worth watching is the contrast—an 8b+ that isn’t just tiny edges and pain, but surprisingly positive holds paired with sketchy, high-consequence movement and razor-thin balance. With clear timecoded sections and Ondra’s on-the-spot analysis, you get a front-row seat to how an elite climber builds confidence on insecure terrain and turns micro-adjustments into a successful ascent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfWY8rq41zM https://www.youtube.com/embed/hfWY8rq41zM 2022-03-28T17:35:52Z 398 744801 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/hf_O7Zle9F8/5-fa-ymir-8b 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hf_O7Zle9F8/hqdefault.jpg 【塩原】ユミル 5段 FA (Ymir 8B+) ボルダリング Deep in Japan’s Shiobara bouldering area, Ryuichi Murai takes on “Ymir,” a cutting-edge 8B+/V14 line and documents the First Ascent in this tight, high-impact clip. Filmed on February 15, 2017, it’s a focused look at what it takes to unlock a true top-tier problem: patience on the rock, precision in movement, and the relentless process of dialing every attempt. What makes this worth watching is how much intensity is packed into just a few minutes—each try feels like a small battle, and the final success lands with real weight. If you love powerful bouldering, subtle beta changes, and the quiet tension of a hard project coming together move by move, “Ymir” delivers a satisfying hit of modern outdoor climbing at its limit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hf_O7Zle9F8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/hf_O7Zle9F8 2020-04-24T08:41:40.000Z 315 15831 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/hirWmnwVDrQ/es-pontas-jakob-schubert-on-mallorcas-hardest-deep-water-solo-lines-part-2 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hirWmnwVDrQ/hqdefault.jpg Es Pontas - Jakob Schubert on Mallorca's hardest deep water solo lines | Part 2 Jakob Schubert returns to Mallorca’s legendary sea cliffs to take on one of deep water soloing’s most iconic challenges: Es Pontas. Fresh off previous successes on the island, he narrows his focus onto this famed line, where every move hangs above open water and every attempt demands total commitment. Part 2 captures the real process—early tries, adjustments, setbacks, and the gritty determination it takes to keep coming back for a single explosive crux. Between sessions on other striking psicobloc testpieces and the final push on Es Pontas, you get a front-row seat to elite-level climbing where power, precision, and nerve all have to show up at once. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hirWmnwVDrQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/hirWmnwVDrQ 2023-08-23T13:01:00Z 1752 208516 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/hpqSruvP_U8/black-diamond-ambassador-nalle-hukkataival-sends-lalchimiste 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hpqSruvP_U8/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond Ambassador Nalle Hukkataival Sends L'alchimiste In the shadowy pine forest of Fontainebleau, a legend has waited nearly twenty years for its next chapter. Black Diamond Ambassador Nalle Hukkataival returns to L’alchimiste, the infamous line first opened by Marc Le Menestral in 1996—then rendered “impossible” when the crux holds were mysteriously broken. This short film follows Nalle’s mission to revive the problem and test what’s still possible on one of the forest’s most storied pieces of stone. It’s worth watching for the mix of history and high-stakes precision: a modern master measuring himself against a route shaped by time, damage, and myth. You’ll get the quiet intensity of Fontainebleau movement—body tension, micro-footwork, and absolute commitment—plus the satisfying arc of perseverance when a climb refuses to give anything away. If you love hard bouldering, climbing lore, and the moment when doubt finally breaks before the climber does, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpqSruvP_U8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/hpqSruvP_U8 2015-03-17T05:30:01.000Z 342 73734 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/hsk9y9WmFKI/black-diamond-presents-hard-sends-with-seb-bouin-wolf-kingdom-9b 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hsk9y9WmFKI/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond Presents: Hard Sends with Seb Bouin—Wolf Kingdom (9b+) Black Diamond Presents: Hard Sends with Seb Bouin—Wolf Kingdom follows Seb Bouin on one of the most striking hard sport lines in France: Wolf Kingdom. Rated 9b+/5.15c, it’s the kind of limestone testpiece that defines an era—but for Seb, the real story isn’t just the number, it’s what it takes to stay committed through a long, demanding project. This episode dives into the rhythm behind elite performance: decision-making, patience, and the quiet confidence to keep showing up until it all clicks. With perspective from top climbers like Adam Ondra and Jakob Schubert as they begin to eye Seb’s routes, it’s a rare look at how world-class climbs become magnets for the next wave—and why the process can matter even more than the send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsk9y9WmFKI https://www.youtube.com/embed/hsk9y9WmFKI 2025-05-27T14:54:57Z 1887 173823 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/i60CxMNr5KM/colorado-mirror-reality-v14-8b 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/i60CxMNr5KM/hqdefault.jpg 【Colorado】Mirror Reality V14/8B+ Step into the high-altitude boulders of Colorado with Ryuichi Murai as he takes on “Mirror Reality,” a formidable V14/8B+ problem and a pure test of power, precision, and composure. In under five minutes, the film distills a full season’s worth of focus into a single line—raw rock, crisp movement, and the quiet intensity that surrounds a hard send. What makes this worth watching is how clearly it captures the essence of top-end bouldering: the small adjustments that change everything, the split-second commitment on the crux, and the calm that has to exist inside the effort. It’s a short, sharp hit of motivation—equal parts nature, grit, and craft—perfect for anyone who loves seeing difficult climbing made purposeful and clean. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i60CxMNr5KM https://www.youtube.com/embed/i60CxMNr5KM 2019-08-05T01:43:26Z 294 18512 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/iPZ1w7tjo_M/black-diamond-presents-live-climb-repeat-with-nalle-hukkataival 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/iPZ1w7tjo_M/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond Presents: Live. Climb. Repeat. with Nalle Hukkataival Black Diamond Presents: Live. Climb. Repeat. with Nalle Hukkataival follows BD athlete Nalle Hukkataival on a mission fueled by first ascents and the obsession of discovery. Set against the iconic boulders of Red Rocks, the film digs into the part of climbing most people never see: the search, the scouting, and the conviction it takes to believe a line exists before anyone knows it’s possible. What makes this one worth your 14 minutes is its honest focus on process over highlight-reel perfection. You’ll watch vision collide with reality as Nalle tests sequences, questions whether the moves are even doable, and keeps showing up anyway—turning a single boulder problem into a story about patience, creativity, and the relentless loop of trying, learning, and repeating. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPZ1w7tjo_M https://www.youtube.com/embed/iPZ1w7tjo_M 2019-10-01T15:23:27.000Z 840 75931 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/iROHO9Mpw8g/cresciano-classics 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/iROHO9Mpw8g/hqdefault.jpg Cresciano Classics Cresciano Classics is a quick, immersive tour through the iconic boulders of Cresciano, Switzerland—where smooth granite, razor-edged holds, and steep power problems have shaped generations of climbers. Filmed and edited by Giuliano Cameroni, this mellow feature threads together new ascents and timeless testpieces, moving from Iur and Somnolence through first ascents like Endless River and Great Escape, and finishing on the legendary The Story of Two Worlds. What makes this one worth your nine minutes is the way it captures Cresciano’s special rhythm: patient rehearsal, precise footwork, and explosive commitment when it finally goes. You’ll get a concentrated hit of hard bouldering—8b to 8c—with clean cinematography and a classic-meets-modern ticklist that’s equal parts history lesson and inspiration to go train, travel, and try your own “impossible” line. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iROHO9Mpw8g https://www.youtube.com/embed/iROHO9Mpw8g 2019-02-25T17:55:38.000Z 543 62627 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/iX1_BHfeMt0/stefano-ghisolfi-sending-first-round-first-minute 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/iX1_BHfeMt0/hqdefault.jpg Stefano Ghisolfi Sending First Round First Minute EpicTV follows Italian sport climbing powerhouse Stefano Ghisolfi as he takes on Chris Sharma’s legendary 9b “First Round, First Minute” in Margalef, Spain. In just over five minutes, this short film drops you straight into the intensity of a cutting-edge redpoint, capturing the focus, power, and precision it takes to add a fourth ascent of one of the world’s most talked-about routes. Worth watching for the pure hit of high-grade drama: snappy pacing, real attempts, and that unmistakable Margalef limestone style where every move demands commitment. Whether you’re here for 9b history, athlete mindset, or simply the thrill of seeing limits tested on steep stone, this is a quick, inspiring watch that delivers the feeling of a big send without wasting a second. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iX1_BHfeMt0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/iX1_BHfeMt0 2017-06-08T11:36:37.000Z 315 71500 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ixNP8zeCHKU/adam-ondra-61-memories-of-chile-la-sensaci-n-del-bloque-9a 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ixNP8zeCHKU/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #61: Memories Of Chile / La Sensación del Bloque 9a Adam Ondra #61: Memories Of Chile / La Sensación del Bloque 9a drops you into the sunlit granite of Valle de los Cóndores as Adam revisits a late-2018 trip to Chile, chasing one of sport climbing’s benchmark tests: La Sensación del Bloque (9a), first climbed by Alex Megos. With Adam’s trademark calm commentary and a road-to-Tokyo mindset, it’s a compact travel diary and training snapshot rolled into a single motivated session. What makes this episode sing is the mix of scenery, stakes, and process: you get the quiet build-up, the micro-decisions, and the honest feel of trying to “flash” something that hard—where every move counts and every breath matters. It’s a quick hit of lockdown-era inspiration that still feels timeless, pairing world-class ambition with the simple joy of being on rock in a beautiful place. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixNP8zeCHKU https://www.youtube.com/embed/ixNP8zeCHKU 2020-04-13T19:18:33.000Z 685 42839 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/jPSVSLdfYsA/black-diamond-presents-focus-a-bishop-highball-project-with-timmy-kang 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jPSVSLdfYsA/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond Presents: Focus—A Bishop Highball Project with Timmy Kang Black Diamond Presents: Focus follows Timmy Kang into the granite giants of Bishop, California, where highball bouldering blurs the line between problem-solving and real consequence. Drawn to the area’s towering blocs, Timmy spends years building the confidence and precision needed to stand on top of some of Bishop’s most iconic lines. The payoff is a rare kind of goal: linking five legendary highballs—Footprints (V9), Too Big to Flail (V10), This Side of Paradise (V10), Ambrosia (V11), and Evilution Direct (V11)—all in a single day. It’s a film about pacing, pressure, and commitment when the top-outs get serious, turning an “obsession project” into one unforgettable day of sends. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPSVSLdfYsA https://www.youtube.com/embed/jPSVSLdfYsA 2023-04-18T13:51:19Z 1704 158810 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ji4At78H5Ys/potentially-worlds-hardest-trad-route-bon-voyage-e12-9a-adam-ondra 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ji4At78H5Ys/hqdefault.jpg Potentially World's Hardest Trad Route - Bon Voyage E12 (9a) | Adam Ondra Adam Ondra steps into the razor-edged world of hard trad to take on Bon Voyage (E12/9a), a stunning sandstone line in the countryside of southern France. Drawn in by the route’s beauty and the promise of what might be the hardest trad climb on pure physical difficulty, he teams up with first ascensionist James Pearson to unlock the moves and the mindset it demands. This film is as much about precision and tactics as it is about nerve: dialing sequences, managing rest, trusting marginal gear, and committing above protection when the climbing turns into boulder-problem intensity. If you love the intersection of elite difficulty and real consequence, Bon Voyage delivers a rare, high-tension look at what it takes to push trad climbing to the limit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji4At78H5Ys https://www.youtube.com/embed/ji4At78H5Ys 2024-04-08T15:15:02Z 2036 1252741 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/juMNJz7Wn6g/26-neil-greshams-masterclass-aretes 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/juMNJz7Wn6g/hqdefault.jpg 26 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Aretes Neil Gresham’s Masterclass returns with a focused lesson on one of climbing’s most technical features: the arete. In this short, punchy episode from Crux Films, Neil breaks down what changes when the wall turns to a knife-edge—how body position, balance, and subtle movement choices become the difference between flowing and flailing. What makes it worth your time is how quickly it delivers usable tactics: when to commit your hips, how to manage opposing pressure with hands and feet, and how to stay composed when the holds disappear around the corner. Whether you’re trying to unlock your first arete problem or polish the skills that keep you on the edge, this is a concise hit of coaching you can watch once, then immediately apply on your next session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=juMNJz7Wn6g https://www.youtube.com/embed/juMNJz7Wn6g 2016-02-21T13:40:22.000Z 210 33877 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/jxJ8YChiQxE/monkey-see-monkey-do-hazel-findlay-climbs-rainbow-of-recalcitrance-e6 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jxJ8YChiQxE/hqdefault.jpg Monkey See Monkey Do: Hazel Findlay Climbs Rainbow of Recalcitrance E6 Hazel Findlay takes on the fierce slate testpiece “Rainbow of Recalcitrance” at E6 in this bite-sized clip from Hot Aches Productions’ Monkey See, Monkey Do. Set in North Wales, it drops you straight into the sharp end of British trad: thin edges, unforgiving angles, and the kind of commitment that starts long before you leave the ground. It’s worth watching for the intensity packed into just a couple of minutes—precise movement on slippery slate, calm decision-making above gear, and the unmistakable rhythm of a serious lead coming together. Whether you’re here for Hazel’s poised style, a dose of Welsh slate atmosphere, or simply the thrill of high-grade trad, this is a quick hit of pure climbing focus that leaves you wanting the full film. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxJ8YChiQxE https://www.youtube.com/embed/jxJ8YChiQxE 2010-03-07T14:49:05.000Z 150 54949 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/jytIw6jJ9-A/the-black-diamond-project-adam-ondra-patxi-usobiaga-part-2 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jytIw6jJ9-A/hqdefault.jpg The Black Diamond Project - Adam Ondra & Patxi Usobiaga - Part 2 Part 2 of The Black Diamond Project follows two of climbing’s most compelling figures—Adam Ondra and Patxi Usobiaga—as they push deeper into a mission where precision, power, and problem‑solving collide. With the “black diamond” label setting the tone, this chapter leans into the seriousness of hard climbing: real attempts, real pressure, and the obsessive focus it takes to unlock sequences that won’t give an inch. What makes this worth your 22 minutes is the blend of elite movement and honest process. You’ll see world-class technique up close, the subtle choices that decide whether an effort sticks or slips away, and the mindset required to keep returning to the wall when progress is measured in millimeters. If you love watching mastery under stress—and the quiet intensity behind big sends—this installment delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jytIw6jJ9-A https://www.youtube.com/embed/jytIw6jJ9-A 2017-04-23T17:57:04.000Z 1325 62027 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/kH5ThuF1yIw/adam-ondra-working-move-9b-norway-2013 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kH5ThuF1yIw/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra - working Move 9b/+ - Norway (2013) Step into the Flatanger cave in Norway with Adam Ondra as he returns in August 2013 to wrestle with a brand-new 55-meter monster of a line—steep from start to finish, much of it in a full roof, and all of it demanding. Filmed by Bernartwood while the team was already on location for the Change project, this short highlight captures Ondra in the raw process of unlocking the moves on what would soon become “Move” (9b/+), one of the hardest climbs on the planet at the time. What makes this worth watching is the rare, behind-the-scenes feel: no polished story arc, just the reality of elite climbing—micro-adjustments, hard-earned body positions, and the relentless precision required to make “impossible” sequences link. In under six minutes you get a clear look at the cave’s dramatic terrain, the physicality of roof climbing, and the quiet intensity of a climber operating at the limit—an electrifying glimpse of how a new benchmark route is born. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kH5ThuF1yIw https://www.youtube.com/embed/kH5ThuF1yIw 2013-08-26T11:56:30.000Z 351 731207 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/kPK5q7UrUvk/adam-ondra-change-backstage-movie 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kPK5q7UrUvk/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra - Change - Backstage movie Go behind the scenes of one of the most pivotal moments in modern sport climbing in Adam Ondra - Change - Backstage movie. Filmed during the final stretch of Ondra’s months-long siege in Flatanger, Norway, this short documentary follows the crew as they chase the story of “Change” and the audacious proposed grade of 9b+, capturing the travel, logistics, and raw atmosphere surrounding a first ascent that helped redefine what seemed possible on rock. What makes this worth your time is its perspective: not a polished highlight reel, but the messy, human process of creating one. You’ll see the tension between performance and patience, the decisions filmmakers make in real time, and the small moments that build the myth—weather windows, long days, and the camaraderie of a tight team moving through Scandinavia. If you love climbing films, this is the rare companion piece that deepens the main event and leaves you feeling closer to both the route and the people trying to do it justice. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPK5q7UrUvk https://www.youtube.com/embed/kPK5q7UrUvk 2013-06-14T20:02:49.000Z 1406 210487 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/kPcrdBxAK7U/colorado-the-game-v15-8c-bouldering 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kPcrdBxAK7U/hqdefault.jpg 【Colorado】The Game V15/8C Bouldering Ryuichi Murai heads to Colorado for a tight, focused session on “The Game,” a legendary 8C/V15 boulder problem. In just over five minutes, the film distills the whole experience—rock texture, body tension, and the precise sequence required when the margin for error is basically zero—into a clean snapshot of high-end bouldering in the outdoors. What makes this worth watching is how quickly it pulls you into the details: foot placements that have to be exact, subtle shifts of hips and shoulders, and the mental reset between attempts when a single slip ends the try. It’s a short hit of pure climbing—minimal talk, maximum movement—perfect if you love seeing top-tier difficulty tackled with patience, power, and calm focus against Colorado’s rugged backdrop. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPcrdBxAK7U https://www.youtube.com/embed/kPcrdBxAK7U 2019-08-20T04:09:27Z 316 31488 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/kVvYySVZarY/giuliano-cameroni-and-bernd-zangerl-in-valle-dellorco 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kVvYySVZarY/hqdefault.jpg Giuliano Cameroni and Bernd Zangerl in Valle dell'Orco Step into the quiet granite corridors of Italy’s Valle dell’Orco with Giuliano Cameroni and Bernd Zangerl in this mellow, intimate climbing short. Built around Bernd’s long relationship with the valley since 2013, the film follows him as he shares the place he helped shape and explores its most classic lines, guiding Giuliano through the character and rhythm of this peaceful corner of the Alps. What makes this worth your time is its calm, deliberate focus on movement, stone, and problem-solving rather than hype. You’ll get a clear sense of why Valle dell’Orco has become a modern trad-and-bouldering sanctuary, capped by a look at the area’s standout challenge: the tricky “Gran Paradiso” (~8c). It’s a concise hit of inspiration—equal parts travel, mastery, and the simple joy of trying hard on beautiful rock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVvYySVZarY https://www.youtube.com/embed/kVvYySVZarY 2020-01-07T02:20:07.000Z 748 70058 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/kXy2f9f4q6Y/daniel-woods-in-search-of-time-lost-8c-v15 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kXy2f9f4q6Y/hqdefault.jpg Daniel Woods - In Search Of Time Lost (8c / V15) Step into the quiet intensity of Magic Wood, Switzerland, as Daniel Woods takes on “In Search Of Time Lost” (8c/V15) in this short, focused film from coltleader. Shot during Woods’ 2008 visit, the climb is a famed link-up that stitches together “Remembrance of Things Past” (8B+/V14) and “Left Hand of Darkness” (8A+/V11–V12), capturing a rare moment where top-end bouldering becomes a precise, deliberate craft. What makes this worth watching is how much story fits into just a few minutes: the tension before the pull, the subtle body positions, and the way power and control trade places move by move. It’s a sharp hit of elite climbing—no filler, just commitment on a world-class line—perfect for anyone who loves seeing hard movement done with composure and purpose. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXy2f9f4q6Y https://www.youtube.com/embed/kXy2f9f4q6Y 2010-08-26T21:06:48.000Z 268 196795 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/k_az6mo5Xzs/arcteryx-spirits-of-sgar-r 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/k_az6mo5Xzs/hqdefault.jpg Arc'teryx - Spirits of Ásgarðr Arc'teryx - Spirits of Ásgarðr follows Ines Papert, Jon Walsh, and Joshua Lavigne as they journey deep into Baffin Island’s Auyuittuq wilderness, drawn north by the promise of big-wall adventure on the shadowed flanks of Mt. Asgard. In a place where maps feel like suggestions and the weather makes the rules, their search for an unclimbed line becomes as much about uncertainty and commitment as it is about the summit. Worth watching for its stark atmosphere and the way it captures the mental edge of remote climbing: long approaches, shifting plans, and the constant negotiation with exposure, cold, and consequence. It’s a tight, immersive hit of expedition energy that trades easy answers for the thrill of exploration—perfect for anyone who loves the moment when ambition meets the unknown. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_az6mo5Xzs https://www.youtube.com/embed/k_az6mo5Xzs 2013-07-31T23:13:04.000Z 558 131044 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/kex4dlBfINs/35-credits 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kex4dlBfINs/hqdefault.jpg 35 Credits 35 Credits is a bite-sized masterclass from Neil Gresham and Crux Films, delivering sharp climbing insight in just over four minutes. With Gresham’s trademark clarity and calm authority, the film taps into the small details that add up on the wall—those “credits” you earn through better choices, cleaner movement, and smarter tactics. What makes it worth your time is how quickly it gets to the point: practical, coach-level advice you can take straight to your next session. Whether you’re trying to climb more efficiently, break through a plateau, or simply understand what separates a scrappy send from a controlled one, this short lesson packs a surprising amount of value into a fast watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kex4dlBfINs https://www.youtube.com/embed/kex4dlBfINs 2016-02-21T14:47:28Z 241 11877 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/khYlfDZ9gIM/five-ten-2015-colette-mcinerney-climbing-trip-to-the-mythic-cliff 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/khYlfDZ9gIM/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2015 | Colette McInerney | Climbing Trip to the Mythic Cliff Five Ten 2015 follows Colette McInerney on a refreshingly unplanned climbing trip back to France’s mythic limestone cliff of Céüse. With the summer still echoing in her mind, she revisits the steep hike, the airy walls, and the pocketed faces that once felt intimidating—this time with a steadier headspace, a clearer sense of where she stands, and a desire to return to unfinished business on the classics. What makes this short film hit is its blend of place, movement, and honesty: the quiet weight of past failures, the shift from chasing grades to chasing experiences, and the way a single cliff can mirror a climber’s growth. Expect crisp limestone climbing, a strong sense of the Céüse atmosphere, and the kind of motivation that comes from watching someone trade ego for curiosity and turn old defeats into proud, hard-earned wins. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khYlfDZ9gIM https://www.youtube.com/embed/khYlfDZ9gIM 2015-02-04T18:21:28.000Z 373 66815 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/kjD_58ZFN98/uncovering-the-mystery-climbing-in-new-zealand-a-world-less-traveled-ep-4 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kjD_58ZFN98/hqdefault.jpg Uncovering The Mystery: Climbing In New Zealand || A World Less Traveled Ep.4 New Zealand has a reputation for wild landscapes and big adventure, but its climbing is still a mystery to many. In this episode of A World Less Traveled, Josh Larson and Charlotte Durif set out to uncover what the two islands really offer, from bouldering around Mt Cook to sport climbing in the dramatic walls of Milford Sound. If you like climbing that feels like exploration, this is your kind of watch: equal parts destination scouting and on-the-rock action, stitched together with sweeping scenery and a sense of discovery. It’s a fast, inspiring tour that will have you adding routes, crags, and an entire country to your wish list. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjD_58ZFN98 https://www.youtube.com/embed/kjD_58ZFN98 2020-12-31T14:00:10Z 1069 257531 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/knxL3pPf1Gs/swissway-to-heaven-full-movie 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/knxL3pPf1Gs/hqdefault.jpg Swissway to Heaven - Full movie Switzerland is a multipitch paradise, and Swissway to Heaven is a love letter to its legendary walls through the eyes of hometown climber Cédric Lachat. With a sharp sense of humor and boundless stoke, he guides you across five iconic arenas—the Eiger, Gastlosen, Wendenstöcke, Lauterbrunnen, and the Rätikon—joined by a stacked crew including Nina Caprez. What makes this film hit is the blend of jaw-dropping alpine scenery with hard climbing (8a and beyond) and real perspective from first ascensionists. It’s part adventure, part history lesson, tracing how routes and equipment evolved from traditional mountain missions to modern sport-minded big-wall climbing—equal parts inspiring, informative, and pure mountain escapism. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=knxL3pPf1Gs https://www.youtube.com/embed/knxL3pPf1Gs 2022-04-03T16:00:48Z 3350 942801 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/kpR6lmC8xtk/la-force-9a-toit-dorsay-alban-levier 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kpR6lmC8xtk/hqdefault.jpg La Force - 9A Toit d'Orsay - Alban LEVIER La Force - 9A Toit d'Orsay - Alban LEVIER follows Alban Levier on the iconic steep lines of Fontainebleau’s Toit d’Orsay, capturing the first ascent of “La Force” (9A) in a compact, high-intensity short. In just a couple of minutes, the film blends the clean sequence of the send with Alban’s sense of what the problem represents—its length, its difficulty, and the personal story behind unlocking moves on a brutally overhanging roof. What makes this worth watching is how much it delivers in such a tight runtime: pure, no-filler bouldering on a legendary feature, precise movement under serious tension, and a glimpse into the mindset required to commit when every hold feels earned. With crisp filming and a driving soundtrack, it’s the kind of micro-documentary that leaves you replaying the crux, appreciating the craft of hard climbing, and craving one more attempt of your own. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpR6lmC8xtk https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpR6lmC8xtk 2016-01-15T10:34:45.000Z 155 430249 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/krEwPAcQi9M/bd-athlete-adam-ondra-the-just-do-it-5-14c-onsight 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/krEwPAcQi9M/hqdefault.jpg BD Athlete Adam Ondra: The Just Do It (5.14c) Onsight Black Diamond Equipment’s BD Athlete Adam Ondra: The Just Do It (5.14c) Onsight drops you into Smith Rock, the birthplace of hard American sport climbing, for a close-up look at Ondra taking on one of the country’s most storied routes. “Just Do It” is a 140-foot, bolt-to-bolt puzzle—America’s first 5.14c—where every movement demands total commitment, and the margins for error are razor thin. What makes this short film so gripping is the audacity of the premise: an onsight attempt on a climb defined by cryptic sequences and reputation. You’ll watch Ondra read the wall in real time, manage fear and fatigue, and make high-stakes decisions above the bolts as the pressure builds. It’s a masterclass in composure and precision—and a reminder of how rare it is to see someone treat a legendary testpiece like a problem that might just go first try. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krEwPAcQi9M https://www.youtube.com/embed/krEwPAcQi9M 2018-12-21T13:25:58.000Z 402 429212 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/kzen0Yu9WRE/scary-deep-water-solo-climbing-in-norway 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kzen0Yu9WRE/hqdefault.jpg Scary Deep Water Solo Climbing in Norway Magnus Midtbø heads to Norway’s sea cliffs for a deep water soloing session where the only “rope” is the water below. Alongside fellow Norwegian Sondre Berg, he sizes up a towering line that turns every move into a real test of nerve. What makes this one pop is the pure, unfiltered exposure: big air beneath your feet, slippery stakes, and the mental battle of committing when hesitation is the real crux. If you like your climbing equal parts athletic and terrifying, this is a front-row seat to the adrenaline—and the satisfying relief when it all comes together. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzen0Yu9WRE https://www.youtube.com/embed/kzen0Yu9WRE 2024-09-19T16:31:27Z 1098 553688 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/l25Cj4vnbNI/24-slabs 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/l25Cj4vnbNI/hqdefault.jpg 24 Slabs 24 Slabs is a quick-hit climbing masterclass from Neil Gresham and Crux Films that distills the precision and poise of slab climbing into an intense 1-minute burst. With the title as its cue, this short focuses on the subtle art of moving on low-angle rock—where balance, footwork, and confidence matter more than brute strength, and every shift of weight tells the story. What makes it worth watching is how much it packs into so little time: practical, no-nonsense insights you can take straight to the crag, whether you’re learning to trust your feet or trying to turn “sketchy” slabs into controlled, flowing movement. If you’ve ever frozen above a smear, over-gripped a nothing-hold, or wondered how great slab climbers make the impossible look calm, 24 Slabs is a fast dose of technique and mindset that can change the way you climb. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l25Cj4vnbNI https://www.youtube.com/embed/l25Cj4vnbNI 2016-02-21T13:32:55.000Z 83 28167 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/l8AETvINyAk/stefano-ghisolfi-on-change-9b 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/l8AETvINyAk/hqdefault.jpg Stefano Ghisolfi on Change 9b+ Stefano Ghisolfi presents the full story of his ascent of Change, one of the hardest sport routes in the world at 9b+, located in the legendary Flatanger cave in Norway. Entirely produced and edited by Ghisolfi and filmmaker Sara Grippo, this 27-minute film chronicles every stage of the process — from initial exploration of the moves to the final redpoint send. Rarely does a climbing film offer this level of personal investment and behind-the-scenes intimacy from the climber himself. Ghisolfi's storytelling brings viewers inside the mental and physical journey of projecting an elite-tier route, making it essential viewing for anyone passionate about the pursuit of the world's hardest climbs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8AETvINyAk https://www.youtube.com/embed/l8AETvINyAk 2020-12-27T18:00:10Z 1661 256090 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/l9B8JNpU3oE/bearcam-presents-south-africa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/l9B8JNpU3oE/hqdefault.jpg Bearcam presents: South Africa! Bearcam presents: South Africa! is a high-energy throwback travelogue from Cameron Maier, dropping you into the sunbaked boulders and wild textures of South Africa’s climbing zones. With a loose, “get weird” spirit and a crew that reads like a highlight reel—Daniel Woods, Dave Graham, Nalle Hukkataival, and more—it’s a fast-moving snapshot of what happens when world-class power meets unfamiliar stone, big lines, and a sense of adventure. What makes this one worth your time is the blend of serious climbing and playful chaos: quick sessions, bold attempts, first-ascent energy, and the kind of behind-the-scenes moments that make a trip feel real. Expect crisp landscapes, problem-hunting, and the contagious momentum of friends pushing each other—perfect for when you want a short hit of inspiration that feels like you’re riding along on the mission. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9B8JNpU3oE https://www.youtube.com/embed/l9B8JNpU3oE 2019-07-10T03:44:49.000Z 2070 13410 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/lHe7f8tH5Go/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-13 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lHe7f8tH5Go/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #13 Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #13 drops you into Adam Ondra’s November 2018 travel series as he and his team bounce between iconic climbing zones in the USA and Chile. This episode lands in Utah’s Indian Creek for the final stop of the U.S. leg, where Adam takes on Belly Full of Bad Berries (5.13b): a wide, brutally steep, 45-degree overhanging crack that demands equal parts technique, endurance, and stubbornness. What makes this one so fun is how unfiltered it feels—less “perfect send,” more raw battle. You get the grit, the awkwardness of wrestling a wide crack, and Adam’s own blunt take on the struggle as the climb fights back. In under seven minutes it delivers a punchy hit of road-trip energy, big-crack intensity, and the kind of honest effort that reminds you why hard climbing is as much about the fight as the finish. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHe7f8tH5Go https://www.youtube.com/embed/lHe7f8tH5Go 2019-01-09T08:17:04.000Z 408 61470 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/lOfpAd0St7Q/off-the-wagon-sit-8c-v16-shawn-raboutou 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lOfpAd0St7Q/hqdefault.jpg Off the Wagon sit (8C+/V16) Shawn Raboutou Shawn Raboutou delivers a masterclass in elite bouldering in “Off the Wagon sit (8C+/V16),” capturing the first ascent of a brutal sit-start in Val Bavona, Switzerland. Filmed and edited by Raboutou himself on November 27, 2018, this short film follows a precise, high-stakes battle on one of the hardest lines of its grade—where every move is measured, every attempt counts, and the margin for error is razor-thin. What makes this worth watching is the blend of raw difficulty and quiet composure: powerful body tension from the very first pull, microscopic adjustments on unforgiving rock, and the kind of problem-solving that defines cutting-edge climbing. In just a few minutes, it distills the full arc of a breakthrough ascent—focus, frustration, refinement, and release—set against the stark beauty of Swiss granite and the unmistakable intensity of V16 climbing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOfpAd0St7Q https://www.youtube.com/embed/lOfpAd0St7Q 2019-02-04T16:36:28.000Z 220 126627 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/lVgCdN24xD8/big-five-janja-garnbret-five-ten 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lVgCdN24xD8/hqdefault.jpg BIG FIVE - JANJA GARNBRET | FIVE TEN Olympic champion and World Cup legend Janja Garnbret heads to Fontainebleau to take on one of bouldering’s most celebrated checklists: the “Big Five.” In this fast-paced film, she links power, precision, and poise across a set of iconic problems that have become a rite of passage in the forest. What makes it unmissable is the mix of legendary Bleau style and modern competition mastery—Janja’s calm execution on slippery slopers and subtle footwork turns classic testpieces into a masterclass. If you love watching world-class movement on historic boulders, this is a clean hit of motivation in under seven minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVgCdN24xD8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/lVgCdN24xD8 2024-08-16T14:15:16Z 397 203363 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/lYmFB5F-PjA/frictionlabs-pros-prob-and-dwoods-hit-up-joes-valley-utah 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lYmFB5F-PjA/hqdefault.jpg FrictionLabs Pros PRob and DWoods hit up Joe's Valley, Utah! FrictionLabs Pros Paul Robinson and Daniel Woods roll into Joe’s Valley, Utah for a quick-hit session in one of America’s most iconic sandstone bouldering zones. In this holiday-ready extended Weekly Mo, they hunt for fresh projects and stack attempts on hard lines, including repeats of recent additions from fellow FrictionLabs pro Matt Fultz—pure Joe’s Valley power and problem-solving in under six minutes. This is a compact dose of big-move bouldering: crisp conditions, chalky hands, and the kind of V11–V13 effort that keeps you leaning in from the first pull to the last slap. If you love watching elite climbers decode sequences, commit to sketchy finishes, and squeeze everything out of short tries, this one delivers the perfect burst of stoke—then sends you straight back to your own projects. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYmFB5F-PjA https://www.youtube.com/embed/lYmFB5F-PjA 2017-12-13T18:26:00.000Z 337 22324 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/lZgR-sq9DIY/yuji-hirayama-send-ninja-5-14a-8b-32-years-after-the-first-ascent-stephan-glowac 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lZgR-sq9DIY/hqdefault.jpg Yuji Hirayama send Ninja 5.14a (8b+) 32 years after the first ascent Stephan Glowacz. Yuji Hirayama send Ninja 5.14a (8b+) drops you into Ogawayama, Japan for a short, sharp look at a legendary line and a legendary climber. Thirty-two years after Stephan Glowacz’s first ascent, Hirayama returns to Ninja with the quiet confidence of experience, taking on a grade that still commands respect and proving that mastery doesn’t have an expiration date. In just four minutes, the film captures the tension of trying hard on real rock: precise movement, committed sequences, and the mental calm it takes to keep believing when the route says “no.” Whether you’re a longtime fan of Japanese climbing or simply love watching world-class execution, this is a compact hit of inspiration—an ode to persistence, craft, and the timeless pull of a proud 5.14a. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZgR-sq9DIY https://www.youtube.com/embed/lZgR-sq9DIY 2019-11-26T10:24:13.000Z 240 12071 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/lwtdmaYI7WQ/la-sportiva-legends-only-2014 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lwtdmaYI7WQ/hqdefault.jpg La Sportiva Legends Only 2014 La Sportiva Legends Only 2014 captures the atmosphere and intensity of one of bouldering’s most stacked invitational showdowns, set against the iconic climbing backdrop of Arco. With a field featuring Adam Ondra, Daniel Woods, Alex Megos, Jimmy Webb, Jan Hojer, and Jernej Kruder, this long-form event film follows the power, precision, and problem-solving that define modern competition bouldering at the highest level. What makes it a must-watch is the mix of styles and personalities—dynamic coordination, brute-force locks, delicate footwork, and last-second improvisation—delivered by athletes at the peak of their careers. It’s not just highlights; it’s the full ebb and flow of attempts, adjustments, and breakthroughs, where every move carries pressure and every top feels earned. If you want a front-row seat to elite bouldering and the mindset behind world-class performances, this is a deep, satisfying watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwtdmaYI7WQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/lwtdmaYI7WQ 2014-11-29T22:46:43.000Z 8349 224719 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/m6Wu3w9z9dg/arkose-pr-sente-manon-hily-face-biographie-9a 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/m6Wu3w9z9dg/hqdefault.jpg Arkose Présente : Manon Hily face à Biographie (9a+) Arkose presents a mini-documentary following Manon Hily, athlete of the Arkose Heroes program, as she takes on one of the most iconic sport climbing routes in the world: Biographie, the legendary 9a+ at Céüse, France. The film captures the raw determination behind a high-stakes project, asking the question at its heart — is the relentless effort truly worth it? Filmed with the intimacy of a personal climbing diary, this short doc offers a window into the mental and physical grind of projecting a world-class route. Manon's pursuit of Biographie is a story of obsession, resilience, and the singular drive that pushes climbers to their absolute limit — essential viewing for anyone who has ever fallen in love with an impossible line. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6Wu3w9z9dg https://www.youtube.com/embed/m6Wu3w9z9dg 2023-03-09T14:02:37Z 549 59245 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/m9EbLndac68/hazel-findlay-will-stanhope-soloing-in-froggat 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/m9EbLndac68/hqdefault.jpg Hazel Findlay & Will Stanhope Soloing in Froggat Hazel Findlay and Will Stanhope head to the gritstone edges of Froggatt for a short, high-focus session of “cordless” climbing: soloing classic lines with nothing but rock, movement, and composure. In under nine minutes, Hot Aches Productions captures the quiet intensity of two top British climbers stripping things back to the pure essentials. What makes this worth watching is the contrast between the calm atmosphere and the razor-sharp precision soloing demands—every foot placement, every pause to breathe, every decision to commit. If you love trad, grit, and the mindset behind climbing at your limit without a safety net, this is a concentrated hit of psych and a reminder of how powerful simple climbing can be. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9EbLndac68 https://www.youtube.com/embed/m9EbLndac68 2019-03-15T12:19:34.000Z 524 50584 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mHHGp5ot9YY/ice-anarchy-the-pursuit-of-madness-part-1 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mHHGp5ot9YY/hqdefault.jpg Ice, Anarchy & the Pursuit of Madness Part 1 Ice, Anarchy & the Pursuit of Madness Part 1 drops you into the remote, severe beauty of Pakistan’s Charakusa Valley, where Patagonia climbers Steve House, Vince Anderson, and Marko Prezelj establish base camp with a simple, dangerous goal: attempt the unclimbed K6 and K7 West. Filmed around their 2007 expedition, this first chapter follows the grind of planning, weather-watching, and committing upward into unknown terrain, building toward a push on K7 West that culminates in a high-altitude whiteout finish. What makes it worth watching is the rare combination of big-mountain consequence and stripped-down style: no crowds, no fixed lines, just partners making hard decisions with thin margins. In under nine minutes, it captures the addictive logic of alpinism—how suffering, uncertainty, and stubborn hope can turn into a brief, electric moment of success—and sets the hook for what comes next in Part 2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHHGp5ot9YY https://www.youtube.com/embed/mHHGp5ot9YY 2009-10-18T20:02:57Z 529 55847 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mHZC0B6OFfk/better-than-chocolate-full-movie-the-swiss-bouldering-classic 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mHZC0B6OFfk/hqdefault.jpg Better Than Chocolate Full Movie - The Swiss Bouldering Classic Better Than Chocolate is a full-length bouldering film from filmmaker Haroun Souirji that dives into Switzerland’s most iconic granite playgrounds. Shot on location in Magic Wood, Chironico, Cresciano, Brione, San Gottardo, and Valais, it follows world-class climbers as they chase hard outdoor lines and memorable moments—culminating in ascents up to 8C and a guest appearance by Swiss legend Fred Nicole. What makes this classic worth your hour is the combination of timeless bouldering, clean storytelling, and remarkably polished cinematography—especially for a first major production built with hand-made camera rigs. Whether you’re here for Paul Robinson and Michele Caminati’s cutting-edge power, the atmosphere of Swiss forests and blocs, or simply a motivating dose of real rock climbing, Better Than Chocolate delivers that rare mix of inspiration, difficulty, and pure movement that keeps you hitting “next problem.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHZC0B6OFfk https://www.youtube.com/embed/mHZC0B6OFfk 2019-04-29T19:13:39.000Z 3628 37022 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mHhjzMOCvuQ/swoopin-swizzy-with-puccio-and-woods 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mHhjzMOCvuQ/hqdefault.jpg Swoopin' Swizzy with Puccio and Woods Join Daniel Woods and Alex Puccio for a laid-back but high-caliber session in Switzerland as they hunt down granite classics across Val Bavona and Brione in Ticino. Swoopin' Swizzy with Puccio and Woods strings together a hit list of iconic blocs—Wie im Urlaub (7C+), Amber (8B), Heritage (8B+), Brionesque (8A), and the showstopper The Kingdom (8C)—capturing the rhythm of traveling climbers moving from warm-up problems to world-class testpieces. What makes this one worth your 13 minutes is the contrast: mellow vibes, sharp execution, and two very different styles converging on the same steep lines and razor holds. The filming and edit keep things clean and close, letting you feel the texture of Ticino granite, the precision of footwork, and the composure it takes when the grades climb into V13–V15 territory. It’s a compact dose of motivation—equal parts scenery, power, and the kind of quiet confidence that only comes from years on stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHhjzMOCvuQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/mHhjzMOCvuQ 2019-05-27T17:04:31.000Z 792 82497 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mLQ1v4P2oxk/uncut-isabelle-faus-delusion-of-grandeur-8a-v12 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mLQ1v4P2oxk/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Isabelle Faus - Delusion of Grandeur (8A+/V12) In this bite-sized Uncut from mellow, Isabelle Faus steps up to Delusion of Grandeur (8A+/V12) in Chironico, Switzerland—one of the area’s most iconic boulders—and delivers a landmark first female ascent. Filmed by Giuliano Cameroni on April 9, 2018, the film drops you right onto the rock with no distractions: just a world-class problem, precise movement, and the quiet intensity of a high-end send. What makes it worth the watch is how much it packs into under three minutes: the pacing of attempts, the micro-adjustments, the body tension, and the commitment required when every move is on the edge of control. Whether you’re here for inspiration, a glimpse of Chironico’s granite style, or the thrill of seeing a milestone ascent unfold in real time, this is a sharp hit of pure bouldering focus. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLQ1v4P2oxk https://www.youtube.com/embed/mLQ1v4P2oxk 2019-01-30T17:54:09.000Z 162 50034 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mQhPPhGie6E/arcteryx-presents-climbing-through 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mQhPPhGie6E/hqdefault.jpg Arc'teryx Presents: Climbing Through Arc'teryx Presents: Climbing Through follows professional climber Julia Niles as she steps out of the swirl of everyday obligations—motherhood, guiding, and her counseling practice—and into the steep, committing world of big-wall climbing in Chile’s Cochamó Valley, invited by friend and pro athlete Em Pellerin. High above the ground and tied together on the wall, the film turns each deliberate move into a lesson in presence: slowing down, trusting the partnership, and reconnecting with why climbing matters. It’s a grounded, intimate adventure story that pairs real life with real exposure—and leaves you wanting to breathe deeper, climb smarter, and savor the moment you’re in. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQhPPhGie6E https://www.youtube.com/embed/mQhPPhGie6E 2025-05-09T15:53:54Z 640 679237 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mUpigX8xKy8/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-15 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mUpigX8xKy8/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #15 Adam Ondra’s “Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #15” drops you into the final stretch of his November 2018 travel series, as he and his crew chase stone across the Americas. In just a few minutes, the episode lands in Utah’s Indian Creek for the last days of crack climbing in the U.S., capturing the dusty roads, splitters, and end-of-trip energy that make a road trip feel like a whole season. What makes this one pop is the mix of place, pace, and performance: Indian Creek’s unforgiving jams and the satisfying rhythm of crack technique, capped by Adam stepping up to Dean Potter’s classic Concepcion (5.13/8a) for an onsight. It’s a quick hit of big-climbing spirit—focused, relatable, and motivating—perfect when you want a dose of travel-climbing stoke without committing to a full-length film. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUpigX8xKy8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/mUpigX8xKy8 2019-01-18T12:51:55.000Z 206 84067 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mVDyk0EG8sc/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-2 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mVDyk0EG8sc/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #2 Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) – vlog #2 drops you into Adam Ondra’s November 2018 travel sprint as he and his crew bounce between iconic climbing zones in the USA and Chile. With the road-trip clock ticking and even their gear still in transit, the plan shifts on the fly—until the local climbing community steps in and an unexpected invitation turns the day into an attempt on the steep Book of Hate (5.13d / 8b). What makes this short episode shine is how quickly it captures the real rhythm of a trip: improvised logistics, instant partnerships, and that electric moment when a “maybe” becomes a send go. It’s fast, friendly, and all about the shared stoke—prime viewing if you love seeing top-level climbing unfold in the most relatable way: with borrowed kit, new friends, and one bold try on a serious line. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVDyk0EG8sc https://www.youtube.com/embed/mVDyk0EG8sc 2018-11-16T18:56:08.000Z 199 131139 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/m_Fgo5LTcqo/the-dark-art-of-rope-solo 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/m_Fgo5LTcqo/hqdefault.jpg The Dark Art Of Rope Solo The Dark Art Of Rope Solo follows Willis Morris, a climber who has mastered the rare and technical skill of rope soloing in the high mountains. Rather than waiting for a partner, Willis has developed the knowledge and systems to safely tackle multi-pitch routes entirely on his own, embracing the freedom and self-reliance that comes with going it alone on serious terrain. Filmed by Jake Holland, this short but compelling piece is a window into a niche corner of climbing culture that few dare to explore. Whether you're curious about the mechanics of rope soloing or drawn to the meditative quality of moving through the mountains alone, this film captures both the technical discipline and personal philosophy behind one of climbing's most demanding and misunderstood practices. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_Fgo5LTcqo https://www.youtube.com/embed/m_Fgo5LTcqo 2020-07-31T13:48:59Z 334 183642 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mb0w45jxJpA/perfecto-mundo-stefano-ghisolfi-climbs-9b 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mb0w45jxJpA/hqdefault.jpg Perfecto Mundo | Stefano Ghisolfi climbs 9B+ Perfecto Mundo follows The North Face climber Stefano Ghisolfi as he takes on one of sport climbing’s most notorious modern testpieces: a brutal 30-metre line in Catalonia graded 9B+. Built around months of training and 32 hard days on the route, the film captures the obsession, patience, and precision required to even imagine success on a climb where, at times, a single middle finger can be the difference between progress and the fall. What makes this worth watching is how vividly it distills a world-class ascent into its essential ingredients: doubt, repetition, problem-solving, and the razor-thin margin between failure and a “perfect” go. In under six minutes you get a front-row seat to elite-level preparation and the raw, unforgiving reality of trying at your absolute limit—ending with the kind of send that earns a place in climbing’s smallest club. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mb0w45jxJpA https://www.youtube.com/embed/mb0w45jxJpA 2019-07-08T13:00:13.000Z 358 262301 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mbMoEdjuf0g/makatea-vertical-adventure-petzl 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mbMoEdjuf0g/hqdefault.jpg Makatea Vertical Adventure - Petzl Makatea Vertical Adventure - Petzl is an invitation to discover Makatea, a remote island often called the “Pearl of Polynesia,” through a story that goes far beyond climbing. The film follows Maewan and a passionate group working hand-in-hand with local residents as new routes and new possibilities begin to take shape on the island’s limestone walls. What makes this worth watching is the blend of exploration and purpose: climbing as a catalyst for community, renewal, and a more sustainable future. Expect sweeping island atmosphere, the energy of a collaborative bolting and development effort, and a feel-good reminder of how vertical terrain can connect people and places in unexpected ways. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbMoEdjuf0g https://www.youtube.com/embed/mbMoEdjuf0g 2020-12-10T14:00:11Z 1737 153074 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/miA5O0LmyJQ/hey-presto-sonnie-trotter-cory-richards 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/miA5O0LmyJQ/hqdefault.jpg Hey Presto - Sonnie Trotter & Cory Richards In Hey Presto – Sonnie Trotter & Cory Richards, Hot Aches Productions drops you into a sweltering Squamish heat wave as Sonnie Trotter takes on Presto (5.13) with a bold twist: treating a sport testpiece like a trad line, placing gear on the way and committing to the consequences. With Cory Richards on the other end of the rope, the film captures the focused partnership, calm communication, and razor-thin margins that come with pushing difficulty when the conditions are anything but kind. What makes this one so watchable is the blend of high-end climbing and high-stakes decision-making—powerful sequences, precise protection, and the ever-present possibility of a real whipper. It’s a short, punchy hit of Squamish granite and big-move tension, equal parts inspiration and nerves, showing how style, audacity, and a solid belay can turn a hard route into a memorable story. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=miA5O0LmyJQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/miA5O0LmyJQ 2019-03-01T15:12:37.000Z 765 14860 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mkfctVudZXk/natural-high-colorado-2019 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mkfctVudZXk/hqdefault.jpg Natural High - Colorado 2019 Natural High - Colorado 2019 is a short, mellow-hit dose of Colorado bouldering with Giuliano Cameroni, Shawn Raboutou, Daisuke Ichimiya, and Daniel Woods. In just over seven minutes, it captures the simple premise that keeps climbers coming back: good stone, good company, and that restless pull toward the next problem. What makes this worth watching is the vibe—unhurried sessions, crisp movement, and the quiet tension of trying hard without the noise. It’s a reminder that progression isn’t always loud; sometimes it’s a series of small wins, close calls, and clean top-outs that leave you feeling lighter than when you started. If you want a quick, motivating reset that still feels true to the process, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkfctVudZXk https://www.youtube.com/embed/mkfctVudZXk 2020-05-04T20:24:48.000Z 440 1593 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mtLegY2QVDk/steph-davis-choices-full-movie 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mtLegY2QVDk/hqdefault.jpg Steph Davis - CHOICES Full Movie CHOICES is a vivid portrait of climber and athlete Steph Davis, following her as she navigates life with the same focus she brings to the rock. In this short film from Mammut, Davis stands out as someone unafraid to decide, commit, and accept the consequences—approaching each objective with a rare balance of flexibility when it matters and fierce resolve when it counts. What makes CHOICES worth your 20 minutes is how personal and universal it feels: it’s not just about sends, it’s about the inner work behind them. Expect thoughtful storytelling, climbing-driven momentum, and the quiet intensity of a mindset built on risk, responsibility, and self-trust—fuel for anyone who’s ever weighed comfort against possibility and stepped onto the wall anyway. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtLegY2QVDk https://www.youtube.com/embed/mtLegY2QVDk 2020-04-03T07:09:50.000Z 1230 75714 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/muDT1CW6PEc/julia-chanourdie-sends-eagle-4-9b-5-15b 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/muDT1CW6PEc/hqdefault.jpg Julia Chanourdie sends EAGLE-4 (9b - 5.15b) Julia Chanourdie steps into rare air with her send of Eagle-4 (9b/5.15b) in Saint Léger du Ventoux, France—becoming the third woman ever to climb the grade. This short film follows the drive, doubt, and determination behind one of the hardest routes on the planet. More than a send story, it’s a window into what it takes to keep showing up when every move feels impossible: dialing the sequences, managing fear, and committing when the outcome is uncertain. If you love high-stakes sport climbing and the mindset that fuels breakthrough performances, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muDT1CW6PEc https://www.youtube.com/embed/muDT1CW6PEc 2020-12-28T18:00:09Z 512 1048611 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mvOzAB8j5Eg/of-choss-lions 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mvOzAB8j5Eg/hqdefault.jpg Of Choss & Lions Alex Honnold and Cedar Wright head to Kenya’s remote Mt. Poi in Of Choss & Lions, a fast-moving expedition film from The North Face that blends big-wall ambition with backcountry misadventures. Chasing new lines on one of Africa’s largest walls, the duo navigate sketchy rock, unpredictable terrain, and the kind of travel chaos that turns a straightforward climbing trip into a full-on sufferfest—equal parts grit, banter, and “character building.” What makes this one worth your time is the mix: genuine first-ascent stakes, sweeping East African scenery, and two climbers who refuse to take themselves too seriously even when the climbing gets serious. Expect sharp humor alongside real problem-solving on questionable stone, plus the satisfying arc of watching a wild objective become a climbable reality through persistence, partnership, and a willingness to embrace the absurd. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvOzAB8j5Eg https://www.youtube.com/embed/mvOzAB8j5Eg 2017-05-01T23:29:40.000Z 876 601411 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mvsqn80ld2A/english-subtitles-celui-qui-grimpe-du-8c-bloc-pieds-nus-relais-vertical-ep-26 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mvsqn80ld2A/hqdefault.jpg (English Subtitles) Celui Qui Grimpe Du 8C Bloc Pieds Nus | Relais Vertical, Ep.26 Relais Vertical heads to Fontainebleau for a standout portrait of Charles Albert, a climber raised on the forest’s sandstone from his earliest memories. In this Episode 26 feature from EpicTV, we meet him at 18 years old, chasing the unlikely: hard 8C boulders—climbed completely barefoot. What makes this short film so watchable is the mix of humor and disbelief with real, close-up climbing: skin on rock, precise footwork, and the calm focus it takes to commit when there’s no rubber to save you. If you love Fontainebleau movement, unconventional style, and the kind of bold attempt that rewrites “normal” on a problem, this is a quick hit of inspiration you’ll want to replay. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvsqn80ld2A https://www.youtube.com/embed/mvsqn80ld2A 2016-01-05T16:29:40.000Z 346 111209 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/mzayghUHhSM/throwback-daniel-woods-on-the-first-ascent-of-everything-gneiss-nice-v14-8b 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mzayghUHhSM/hqdefault.jpg Throwback! Daniel Woods on the first ascent of Everything Gneiss (nice) V14/8B+. Step back into Clear Creek Canyon, Colorado for a quick-hit throwback featuring FrictionLabs pro Daniel Woods as he puts down the first ascent of Everything Gneiss (nice), a razor-sharp V14/8B+ bouldering testpiece that still stands as an unrepeated challenge. With crisp visuals from Nathaniel Davison and Paul Dusatko, this short film captures the focus, precision, and calm intensity it takes to bring a new high-end line to life. Worth watching for the pure, distilled energy of hard bouldering: the chalked-up prep, the micro-adjustments, and the commitment on the business moves when everything has to fire at once. Set to a driving soundtrack, it’s a compact dose of motivation and a glimpse at a problem that continues to ask the same question years later—who’s next to top it out? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzayghUHhSM https://www.youtube.com/embed/mzayghUHhSM 2018-10-10T16:10:52.000Z 158 17732 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/n17avpctprA/bleau-dans-la-peau-100-7a-in-a-day-in-font-fond-of-font 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/n17avpctprA/hqdefault.jpg Bleau dans la Peau - 100 7A in a day in Font [Fond of Font] To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the first 7A boulder problem ever climbed at Fontainebleau, Seb Berthe and Hugo Parmentier set out on an extraordinary mission: link 100 7A problems in a single day across the legendary forest, traveling over 80 kilometers by bike and on foot between sectors. Shot with rare poetic vision by director Jérôme Tanon, the film transforms a monumental athletic challenge into a love letter to one of climbing's most mythical venues. This is not just a tick-list stunt — it is a meditation on what Fontainebleau means to those who dedicate their lives to its sandstone. Crimps, slopers, dynamic moves, and quiet moments in the forest all weave together into a deeply human adventure that will resonate with anyone who has ever fallen under the spell of Bleau. Whether you know every sector by heart or have never set foot in the forest, this film is essential viewing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n17avpctprA https://www.youtube.com/embed/n17avpctprA 2025-12-22T13:44:20Z 2165 130693 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/n88Sp22xnZo/adam-ondra-32-climbing-with-stefano-ghisolfi 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/n88Sp22xnZo/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #32: Climbing with Stefano Ghisolfi Adam Ondra #32: Climbing with Stefano Ghisolfi drops you into the Garda Trentino region near Arco, where Adam meets up with hometown powerhouse Stefano Ghisolfi for a session on fresh limestone. With the world’s best as your guides, the episode follows their search for a brand-new crag packed with hard lines and promising projects, blending travel, training energy, and the simple thrill of stepping onto rock that still feels undiscovered. What makes this one worth your time is the rare chemistry of two elite climbers sharing beta, motivation, and honest reactions as they probe new terrain. It’s a quick hit of real climbing: reading sequences, testing limits, and chasing the moment a project starts to feel possible. Whether you’re deep into grades or just love the atmosphere of a crag day done right, you’ll come away wanting to plan your next session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n88Sp22xnZo https://www.youtube.com/embed/n88Sp22xnZo 2019-09-23T18:05:36Z 569 178519 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nAHKSOFSHE0/climbing-the-valais 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nAHKSOFSHE0/hqdefault.jpg Climbing the Valais Shawn Raboutou and Giuliano Cameroni settle into a mellow rhythm for ten days of climbing in Valais, Switzerland, letting the mountains and stone set the pace. Climbing the Valais captures that in-between space where a trip is part training, part adventure—days shaped by weather, good partners, and the simple pull of new lines, from boulders to rope routes. What makes this one worth your time is the contrast: calm vibes, serious movement. You’ll get crisp sessions, flowing sequences, and the quiet focus that comes with trying hard in beautiful places, with enough variety to keep every minute fresh. If you’re into modern progression—power, precision, and the patience to stack small gains—this is a short, satisfying watch that leaves you wanting your next day out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAHKSOFSHE0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/nAHKSOFSHE0 2019-03-18T17:57:22.000Z 649 41491 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nHM5qs_yZag/david-fitzgerald-climbing-b-geleisen-8b-and-big-paw-8c-in-blocbuster 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nHM5qs_yZag/hqdefault.jpg David Fitzgerald Climbing Bügeleisen (8b+) and Big Paw (8c) in Blocbuster David Fitzgerald Climbing Bügeleisen (8b+) and Big Paw (8c) in Blocbuster follows Irish climber David Fitzgerald on a focused European bouldering mission, chasing two of the continent’s most demanding lines. From the atmosphere of Blocbuster to sessions on other iconic problems, it’s a short film rooted in real attempts, real decision-making, and the quiet intensity that builds when the goal is right at your limit. What makes it worth your 28 minutes is the blend of hard climbing and honest process: repeated efforts, refined beta, and the mental swings between doubt and commitment that every projecting climber recognises. With additional testpieces like Lady in Black, Shadowfax, and The Great Shark Hunt—plus guest appearances from Ben Moon, Isabelle Faus, and Giuliano Cameroni—this is a crisp, motivating watch that captures why bouldering at the top end is equal parts strength, patience, and belief. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHM5qs_yZag https://www.youtube.com/embed/nHM5qs_yZag 2019-01-24T14:02:30.000Z 1714 59620 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nJrG4gCcxis/force 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nJrG4gCcxis/hqdefault.jpg Force Force is Patagonia’s raw, intimate portrait of climber and filmmaker Mikey Schaefer, stitched together from a decade of footage in the storm-lashed towers of Patagonia. Through summits, setbacks, and hard-earned lessons beneath Fitz Roy, the film follows his evolving relationship with risk and ambition—where fear, laughter, and stubborn drive collide on sharp granite and in the long spaces between attempts. What makes Force so watchable is its lived-in honesty: it doesn’t just celebrate the send, it lingers on the doubt, the close calls, and the quiet growth that only years in the mountains can carve. With a travelogue’s sense of place and a climber’s eye for detail, it delivers big alpine atmosphere, real partnership, and the kind of motivation that sticks—whether you’re chasing your own objectives or simply craving a short, gripping hit of Patagonia’s wild energy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJrG4gCcxis https://www.youtube.com/embed/nJrG4gCcxis 2015-04-01T16:20:36.000Z 1110 553147 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nUCezb-9gXE/black-diamond-presents-beyond-integral-9b-with-seb-bouin 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nUCezb-9gXE/hqdefault.jpg Black Diamond Presents: Beyond Integral (9b/+) with Seb Bouin In Black Diamond Presents: Beyond Integral, Seb Bouin takes on one of his hardest projects yet—right in his own backyard. With the pressure of familiarity and the pull of an unfinished line, he returns to the wall with a single goal: turn a dream sequence into a real send. This film is a tight, focused look at what it takes to push at the 9b+ edge: refining micro-beta, managing doubt, and showing up for attempt after attempt until everything finally clicks. If you love watching elite sport climbing distilled into pure effort and execution, this is a punchy, satisfying watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUCezb-9gXE https://www.youtube.com/embed/nUCezb-9gXE 2021-06-28T14:29:21Z 744 259391 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nV8umk9GpJ8/sanuk-climber-daniel-woods-in-colorado-v14-v15 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nV8umk9GpJ8/hqdefault.jpg Sanuk Climber Daniel Woods in Colorado - V14 / V15 Sanuk Climber Daniel Woods in Colorado - V14 / V15 drops you into the high, cold alpine of Rocky Mountain National Park as Daniel Woods hunts down Colorado’s hardest boulder problems. Filmed in early 2012, it follows Daniel as he pushes the limits on three cutting-edge lines—Mirror Reality (V14), Mind to Motion (V14), and Paint it Black (V15)—turning raw stone, snow-dusted landings, and razor-thin margins into a stage for precision and courage. What makes this short film so gripping is how it pairs the tries with the process: the training, the problem-solving, and the mental reset that comes before committing to “impossible.” You’ll see the small details that matter—how sequences are built, how setbacks are absorbed, and how a breakthrough finally clicks—until the final top-outs feel earned, not edited. With tight filming and a crisp cut by Courtney Sanders, it’s a focused dose of modern hard bouldering that’s equal parts atmosphere, intensity, and inspiration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nV8umk9GpJ8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/nV8umk9GpJ8 2012-06-04T19:27:46.000Z 656 206484 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nWmXPWTkL9M/pobeda-climbing-north-hemispheres-coldest-peak 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nWmXPWTkL9M/hqdefault.jpg Pobeda: Climbing North Hemisphere's Coldest Peak. Pobeda: Climbing North Hemisphere's Coldest Peak follows alpinists Tamara Lunger and Simone Moro as they head deep into Russia’s Sakha region to take on Pik Pobeda—the highest mountain in Siberia and a place where the Northern Hemisphere’s lowest temperatures have been recorded. In February 2018, they prepare for a first-ever winter ascent of this 3003m frozen monolith, stepping into a landscape so remote and unforgiving that retreat is never simple and rescue may not be possible. This short film is worth watching for its raw sense of exposure: the kind of cold that turns every task into a test, and every decision into a calculation. It’s a tight, atmospheric window into modern alpinism—equal parts grit, partnership, and discipline—where progress is measured in small victories and the mountain’s silence is as intimidating as any crux. If you love high-stakes expeditions, extreme environments, and the mindset required to keep moving when everything says stop, Pobeda delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWmXPWTkL9M https://www.youtube.com/embed/nWmXPWTkL9M 2018-11-13T07:02:06.000Z 647 678428 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nYvZdNyyWG8/uncut-nathaniel-coleman-lee-majors-9a-5-14d-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nYvZdNyyWG8/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Nathaniel Coleman - Lee Majors (9a/5.14d) FA Uncut: Nathaniel Coleman - Lee Majors (9a/5.14d) FA drops you into Dry Canyon, Southern Arizona, for a raw, fast-moving look at Nathaniel Coleman taking on the first ascent of “Lee Majors.” In just a few minutes, it captures the intensity of trying to unlock a brand-new sport route at the very edge of difficulty, where every bolt-to-bolt attempt is a mix of problem-solving, commitment, and nerve. What makes this worth watching is the unfiltered feel: no big narrative detours, just the essentials—reading sequences, dialing body positions, and managing the pressure that comes with putting a line on the map at 9a/5.14d. If you love seeing how elite climbers turn uncertainty into movement, and how a route becomes “real” through persistence and precision, this short film delivers a concentrated hit of high-end climbing motivation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYvZdNyyWG8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/nYvZdNyyWG8 2020-05-13T18:44:57Z 280 4890 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nbrDjCcL4ag/the-bouldering-dream-team-discovers-amazing-new-problems-in-mexico-viva-pe-oles- 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nbrDjCcL4ag/hqdefault.jpg The Bouldering Dream Team Discovers Amazing New Problems in Mexico | Viva Peñoles, Ep. 4 The Viva Peñoles series rolls on as EpicTV’s bouldering dream team heads deeper into the granite playground of Peñoles, Mexico, hunting down hard classics and uncovering fresh lines. With Shawn Raboutou, Daniel Woods, and Paul Robinson in the mix, Episode 4 is a fast, seven-minute hit of sun-baked stone, big names, and even bigger problems—where “established” doesn’t mean easy, it just means the bar is already sky-high. What makes this one worth your time is the blend of calm confidence and real intensity: a first ascent claimed, a highball V12 faced down, and a notorious V12 testpiece getting dispatched with seeming ease. It’s the kind of episode that captures the best of bouldering—creative movement, commitment above the pads, and the addictive promise that around the next block there’s another king line waiting to be climbed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbrDjCcL4ag https://www.youtube.com/embed/nbrDjCcL4ag 2014-05-28T13:59:49.000Z 420 73503 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ndbwbdZ21SQ/herv-barmasse-linea-continua-eng-subtitles-cervino-matterhorn 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ndbwbdZ21SQ/hqdefault.jpg Hervé Barmasse - Linea Continua (ENG subtitles) - Cervino (Matterhorn) Hervé Barmasse - Linea Continua takes you onto the south side of the Matterhorn (Cervino), where Italian alpinist and explorer Hervé Barmasse ties in with his father, Marco, to revive a daunting family ambition. What began as an unfinished idea decades earlier becomes a single push up a 1200-meter couloir dropping from the Enjambée—an elegant, “logical” line that strong climbers once called one of the last great projects of the Alps. In just 17 minutes, this film delivers a rare mix of big-mountain commitment, traditional protection, and intimate father-and-son partnership under an immense wall that feels as inspiring as it is oppressive. You’ll watch problem-solving under pressure, the quiet weight of generations, and the kind of determination that turns a long-held dream into a continuous line—made even more accessible with English subtitles for the story behind every step. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndbwbdZ21SQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/ndbwbdZ21SQ 2020-03-19T12:04:36.000Z 1024 46144 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/niZ77g4t4Cw/m-lissa-le-nev-between-earth-and-air-chapter-2-edelrid 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/niZ77g4t4Cw/hqdefault.jpg Mélissa le Nevé: Between Earth and Air: Chapter 2 | EDELRID Between Earth and Air: Chapter 2 is a deeply personal film following French climber Mélissa Le Nevé on her return to Céüse and the legendary route Biographie — a 40-meter masterpiece of resistance and precision that has humbled generations of the world's best climbers. Produced by EDELRID and filmed by Marco Zanone, the film blends stunning visuals of limestone and golden light with intimate moments of preparation, partnership, and reflection, crafting something far beyond a typical send-or-fail narrative. What sets this film apart is its willingness to sit with uncertainty. Rather than building toward a triumphant ascent, it honors the process itself — the emotional cycles of hope and fatigue, the bond between climbing partners, and the courage required to return season after season to a project that offers no guarantees. It is a rare climbing film that speaks as much to the human condition as it does to athletic pursuit, and Mélissa's quiet presence and honesty make it essential viewing for anyone who has ever given themselves fully to something hard. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niZ77g4t4Cw https://www.youtube.com/embed/niZ77g4t4Cw 2026-02-15T12:01:14Z 756 415615 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nji2tuklyNk/daniel-woods-and-jimmy-webb-climb-one-of-americas-hardest-boulders-ragin-the-roc 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nji2tuklyNk/hqdefault.jpg Daniel Woods and Jimmy Webb Climb One of America's Hardest Boulders | Ragin' the Rockies, Ep. 3 Deep in First Creek Canyon outside Red Rocks, Nevada, a new sandstone bouldering zone has revealed a true testpiece: The Nest, a shouldery V15 that’s widely considered one of America’s hardest boulders. In this episode of Ragin’ the Rockies from EpicTV, Daniel Woods and Jimmy Webb arrive in winter conditions hunting for a monster, and set their sights on the line locals Andy Raether and Kenny Barker helped bring into the spotlight. What makes this short film so satisfying is the contrast in approach—two of the world’s best boulderers unlocking the same problem with distinct styles, from razor crimps and tense body positions to subtle heel hooks and commitment on the finishing moves. It’s part process, part payoff: thoughtful attempts, rising pressure, and the kind of precision that turns a “project” into a first and second ascent—an addictive watch for anyone who loves hard bouldering and the atmosphere of a raw desert canyon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nji2tuklyNk https://www.youtube.com/embed/nji2tuklyNk 2014-04-09T13:17:13.000Z 562 532249 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nkfUqdr-0zk/1-neil-greshams-climbing-masterclass-technique-training-introduction 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nkfUqdr-0zk/hqdefault.jpg 1 Neil Greshams Climbing Masterclass - Technique & Training Introduction Neil Gresham’s Climbing Masterclass: Technique & Training Introduction is a short, punchy primer from one of the most respected voices in modern climbing coaching. In this opening chapter, Gresham sets the tone for the Masterclass series by framing climbing progression as a skill you can study and refine—where better movement, smarter practice, and clearer goals matter as much as strength. What makes this worth your time is its focus on shifting your mindset: from “try harder” to “climb smarter.” Gresham lays out why an analytical approach to technique helps you spot habitual mistakes, build reliable habits, and unlock efficiency on the wall—whether you’re stuck on a grade plateau or just want every session to count. If you’re ready to train with intention and take control of your climbing, this is the perfect place to start. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkfUqdr-0zk https://www.youtube.com/embed/nkfUqdr-0zk 2016-02-17T21:48:45.000Z 150 137886 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nmYXe2u0juM/jakob-schubert-perfecto-mundo-9b 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nmYXe2u0juM/hqdefault.jpg Jakob Schubert - Perfecto Mundo 9b+ Jakob Schubert - Perfecto Mundo 9b+ drops you into the steep orange limestone of Margalef, Spain, as one of the strongest climbers of his generation commits to an all-in siege of “Perfecto Mundo” (9b+). Fresh off a huge competition season and Olympic qualification, Jakob trades plastic and podiums for razor crimps, brutal endurance, and the unforgiving patience of projecting at the limit—where every session is a new conversation with doubt, hope, and the next tiny improvement. What makes this film worth your 14 minutes is its honest look at the mental side of hard sport climbing: the fine line between confidence and pressure, the grind of repeating the same sequences until they finally stick, and the quiet wins that build toward a send. If you love overhangs, precision footwork, fingertip suffering, and the moment a “maybe” becomes real, this is a front-row seat to elite process—and a reminder of why we keep coming back for one more try. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmYXe2u0juM https://www.youtube.com/embed/nmYXe2u0juM 2020-03-18T12:31:19.000Z 890 117192 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nuDS0jZ3zmk/petzl-roctrip-kalymnos-2006-rock-climbing-in-greece 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nuDS0jZ3zmk/hqdefault.jpg Petzl RocTrip Kalymnos 2006 - Rock climbing in Greece Petzl RocTrip Kalymnos 2006 - Rock climbing in Greece drops you into five sun-soaked days on the legendary Greek island of Kalymnos as the Petzl team trades mainland hustle for boat rides, seaside cliffs, and pure limestone joy. Set in the Aegean, just south of Greece and within sight of Turkey, this short film captures the spirit of a traveling climbing crew discovering why Kalymnos has become a magnetic meeting point for climbers from around the world. It’s worth watching for the blend of destination stoke and real climbing texture: sweeping walls of high-quality limestone, routes spanning every grade, and that unmistakable RocTrip energy where sessions flow into laughter, swims, and late-day glow on the rock. Whether you’re planning your own island escape or just need a shot of motivation, this is a quick, feel-good ride that reminds you how climbing can turn a place into a playground and a group into a community. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nuDS0jZ3zmk https://www.youtube.com/embed/nuDS0jZ3zmk 2011-10-03T11:11:17Z 910 173626 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/nxpQXj8c_kI/five-ten-2014-nico-favresse-colette-mcinerney-el-caminito-del-rey-dangerous-hike 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nxpQXj8c_kI/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2014 | Nico Favresse & Colette McInerney | El Caminito del Rey -Dangerous Hikes Perched above the canyon floor near El Chorro, Málaga, El Caminito del Rey is a razor-thin ribbon of walkway carved into towering limestone walls—and this short film drops you right onto its exposed ledges. Join climber Nico Favresse and Colette McInerney as they trace the infamous “King’s Little Pathway,” where history, engineering, and raw vertigo collide in one of Spain’s most talked-about traverses. Worth watching for the sheer immediacy of it: in under two minutes, the film delivers a concentrated dose of airy exposure, sweeping canyon views, and that tight-in-the-chest feeling that only a thousand-foot drop can create. It’s a quick hit of adventure that blurs the line between hiking and climbing—perfect when you want a fast, adrenaline-spiked escape that still feels grounded in real terrain and real consequences. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxpQXj8c_kI https://www.youtube.com/embed/nxpQXj8c_kI 2014-09-22T12:07:09.000Z 109 158422 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ny18Pv_acpc/liv-along-the-way-salomon-tv 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ny18Pv_acpc/hqdefault.jpg Liv Along The Way | Salomon TV Liv Along The Way follows French mountain athlete Liv Sansoz as she returns to the skyline that shaped her—Chamonix and the high Alps—after a lifetime of redefining what’s possible. From early days on Mont Blanc to world-champion sport climbing and a career that spilled into mixed climbing, ski mountaineering, and base jumping, Liv’s story builds toward an audacious 2017 goal: climbing all 82 of the Alps’ 4,000-meter peaks in a single year. What makes this film so gripping isn’t just the scale of the objective, but the honesty in the attempt—how ambition meets weather, fatigue, doubt, and the realities no plan can outrun. Expect big alpine landscapes, fast-moving days in the mountains, and a portrait of endurance that’s as much about mindset as it is about summits—an inspiring watch for anyone drawn to climbing, adventure, and the messy, beautiful process of chasing something enormous. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ny18Pv_acpc https://www.youtube.com/embed/ny18Pv_acpc 2018-05-07T13:30:01.000Z 1342 545878 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/o-RkpJtTbKE/daniel-woods-the-altruist-8b 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/o-RkpJtTbKE/hqdefault.jpg Daniel Woods - the Altruist 8B Join Daniel Woods in Colorado for a focused, high-intensity look at “The Altruist” (8B/V13), a boulder that demands absolute precision and commitment. Filmed by Cameron Maier, this short episode drops you into the process behind a first ascent mindset: reading micro-features, dialing body position, and building the confidence to try hard when the margin for error is razor thin. What makes this worth watching is the clarity of the effort—no fluff, just the tension between problem-solving and pure power as attempts stack up and the sequence comes into focus. If you love modern bouldering at its limit, you’ll appreciate the gritty Colorado stone, the careful pacing of tries, and the reminder that big grades are earned through patience, creativity, and relentless execution. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-RkpJtTbKE https://www.youtube.com/embed/o-RkpJtTbKE 2019-07-01T20:17:28.000Z 253 7451 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/o-mvzn_QjAQ/rmnp-summer-sends-brooke-raboutou-and-natalia-grossman 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/o-mvzn_QjAQ/hqdefault.jpg RMNP Summer Sends: Brooke Raboutou and Natalia Grossman Brooke Raboutou and Natalia Grossman roll into Rocky Mountain National Park for a summer bouldering spree, stacking an all-star tick list and turning long days on granite into a highlight reel of pure momentum. From V12 to V14, they link precision, power, and poise across a spread of RMNP testpieces in a session-style edit that keeps the pace high and the stoke higher. What makes this one special is the sheer density of hard climbing: double-digit after double-digit, multiple V13s, and a V14 capstone, all delivered with the calm confidence of two athletes operating at the top of the game. If you love crisp movement, quick-cut successions of big moments, and that contagious feeling of a stacked crew having an unreal season, this is a must-watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-mvzn_QjAQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/o-mvzn_QjAQ 2020-12-28T20:35:15Z 998 695930 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ohUEv3n4V9Q/quick-hit-the-multiverse-v15-fa-jimmy-webb 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ohUEv3n4V9Q/hqdefault.jpg Quick Hit: The Multiverse (V15 FA) - Jimmy Webb In this bite-sized “Quick Hit” from mellow, Jimmy Webb steps into Wyoming’s high-end bouldering zone to establish The Multiverse, a V15 first ascent that’s become the stuff of modern legend. Filmed by Kasia Pietras and edited by KT, the film strips things down to the essentials: one climber, one uncompromising line, and the focused intensity it takes to bring a long-standing project to life. What makes it worth your three minutes is how clearly it captures the V15 experience—precision under pressure, subtle body positioning, and the razor-thin margin between sticking the move and slipping off. It’s a clean, satisfying look at top-tier bouldering and the quiet confidence behind a first ascent, perfect for a quick hit of motivation or a reminder of why hard climbing is so addictive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohUEv3n4V9Q https://www.youtube.com/embed/ohUEv3n4V9Q 2019-03-25T17:00:10.000Z 203 33713 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ol35WKxJsPA/uncut-daniel-woods-la-rustica-8c-v15 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ol35WKxJsPA/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Daniel Woods - La Rustica (8C/V15) Uncut: Daniel Woods - La Rustica (8C/V15) drops you straight into the moment as Daniel Woods squares up to La Rustica in Val Bavona, Switzerland—Jimmy Webb’s uncompromising 8C/V15 testpiece. In just over two minutes, this mellow short captures the focus, the tension, and the precision it takes to make a rare ascent happen on one of bouldering’s most demanding lines. What makes it worth watching is the clarity of the effort: no distractions, no long build-up—just high-end movement, split-second decision making, and the kind of commitment that only shows up when the margin for error is basically zero. Whether you’re here for Woods’ mastery, the aura of Val Bavona granite, or a quick hit of pure bouldering intensity, this is a compact reminder of why hard climbing is as much about composure as it is about strength. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ol35WKxJsPA https://www.youtube.com/embed/ol35WKxJsPA 2019-05-08T16:31:05.000Z 139 30562 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ouNFpBGh5kg/bishop-2018 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ouNFpBGh5kg/hqdefault.jpg Bishop 2018 Bishop 2018 follows Ryuichi Murai on a bouldering trip to California’s iconic high-desert granite, where wind-whipped days and surprise snowstorms turn a simple tour into a hard-earned lesson in adapting on the fly. In just over thirteen minutes, the film moves from the sunlit lines of Bishop’s blocs to the real atmosphere of a trip where conditions decide everything—skin, friction, and timing included. What makes this one worth your session is the mix of travel vibe and top-end difficulty: a quick hit of classics and modern tests like The Mandala (V12), A Scanner Darkly (V12), Direction (V13), The Buttermilker (V13), and Spectre (V13), with the kind of crisp attempts that show how small changes in weather and rock feel can make or break a day. If you want a short, motivating watch that captures both the beauty and the bite of Bishop bouldering—plus the mindset of matching your body to the stone—queue it up. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ouNFpBGh5kg https://www.youtube.com/embed/ouNFpBGh5kg 2019-04-03T09:27:25.000Z 801 9832 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/p-ZgPv3MUkk/hazel-soloing-in-dinas-mot-north-wales 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/p-ZgPv3MUkk/hqdefault.jpg Hazel Soloing in Dinas Mot (North Wales) Hazel Soloing in Dinas Mot (North Wales) drops you into the exposed, atmospheric rhyolite cliffs above Llanberis as Hazel Findlay steps into an uncut solo on one of Wales’ most iconic trad venues. Shot by Hot Aches Productions and extended from their film Free Flow, it’s a short, focused hit of pure movement and focus—no narration to hide behind, just Hazel, the rock, and the space beneath her. What makes this worth watching is the immediacy: you can feel the calm decision-making, the quiet commitment, and the rhythm of precise footwork as the wall steepens and the air opens out over the Pass. In just a few minutes it captures why North Wales has such a pull—history in the lines, texture in the rock, and that uniquely electric mix of fear, flow, and freedom that soloing brings. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-ZgPv3MUkk https://www.youtube.com/embed/p-ZgPv3MUkk 2019-07-24T10:43:30Z 205 9263 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/pDNU0iUFDKE/nalle-hukkataival-deep-water-soloing-in-finland 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pDNU0iUFDKE/hqdefault.jpg Nalle Hukkataival: Deep Water Soloing in Finland Floating sauna? Check. Committing moves high above Finland’s biggest lake? Absolutely. Join Finnish climber Nalle Hukkataival for a short, atmospheric session of deep water soloing—where the only “pad” is cold, dark water waiting below. Known for relentlessly creating new highball problems, Nalle brings that same calm, matter-of-fact mindset to a very different kind of risk. It’s a compact hit of Finnish-style adventure: clean movement, real exposure, and the uniquely freeing feeling of climbing above water where hesitation is the crux. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDNU0iUFDKE https://www.youtube.com/embed/pDNU0iUFDKE 2021-09-08T15:51:33Z 558 147000 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/pDZseNb3cfA/dave-graham-vs-mind-2-motion-8b 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pDZseNb3cfA/hqdefault.jpg Dave Graham vs Mind 2 Motion 8B+ In “Dave Graham vs Mind 2 Motion 8B+,” filmmaker Cameron Maier follows the raw, focused battle between one of bouldering’s most iconic talents and a fiercely demanding problem in Colorado’s Estes Park. In just over four minutes, you get a tight snapshot of Dave Graham’s process on Mind 2 Motion (8B+): reading subtle features, dialing micro-beta, and committing to moves where precision and power have to land perfectly together. What makes this worth watching is how much intensity is packed into such a short cut—no fluff, just the essentials of high-end bouldering: tension, timing, and the thin margin between progress and failure. Whether you’re here for first-ascent energy, Colorado granite atmosphere, or simply the inspiration of watching a master problem-solve under pressure, this film delivers a quick hit of motivation that lingers long after the final attempt. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDZseNb3cfA https://www.youtube.com/embed/pDZseNb3cfA 2019-06-28T17:00:49.000Z 250 6356 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/pEkhgqrV4tg/a-day-in-the-life-with-frictionlabs-pro-paul-robinson 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pEkhgqrV4tg/hqdefault.jpg A Day In The Life with FrictionLabs Pro Paul Robinson Step into a crisp Colorado morning with FrictionLabs Pro Paul Robinson in A Day In The Life with FrictionLabs Pro Paul Robinson, a short, punchy look at what “full-time climber” really means. Set against the alpine edges of Rocky Mountain National Park, the film follows Paul through the rhythms of training, travel, and dialing in conditions—building toward sessions on iconic RMNP lines like The Shining (V13) and Lonely Mountain (V10). What makes this worth your seven minutes is the blend of lifestyle and limit-testing: equal parts quiet preparation and high-stakes movement on steep, unforgiving boulders. With clean cinematography and a steady sense of place, it captures the small decisions that shape a day outside—timing, weather, skin, chalk, and mindset—while still delivering the payoff of watching a world-class boulderer commit to hard sequences in a beautiful setting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEkhgqrV4tg https://www.youtube.com/embed/pEkhgqrV4tg 2018-03-21T17:11:26.000Z 433 10489 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/pSuTRVxfwnc/uncut-giuliano-cameroni-manouche-8b-v13-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pSuTRVxfwnc/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Giuliano Cameroni - Manouche (8B/V13) FA Giuliano Cameroni steps into the granite of Switzerland’s Val Bavona for an uncut look at the first ascent of “Manouche” (8B/V13). In under three minutes, this mellow short captures the intensity of a new hard line as Cameroni tests the sequence, commits to the crux, and brings a fresh problem to life—filmed with a sharp, intimate eye by Kevin Takashi Smith. What makes this worth your time is the stripped-back focus: no fluff, just movement, effort, and the quiet pressure of doing something first. It’s a tight hit of high-level bouldering—precise footwork, tension-heavy positions, and that unmistakable moment when everything finally clicks—set against the raw beauty of Val Bavona’s stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSuTRVxfwnc https://www.youtube.com/embed/pSuTRVxfwnc 2020-03-05T00:24:19.000Z 149 30564 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/pZi_LOIWAZM/daniel-woods-dave-graham-and-co-explore-an-amazing-new-bouldering-frontier-viva- 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pZi_LOIWAZM/hqdefault.jpg Daniel Woods, Dave Graham, and Co Explore an Amazing New Bouldering Frontier | Viva Peñoles, Ep. 1 In Viva Peñoles, Episode 1, EpicTV drops you into the desert near Peñoles, Chihuahua, where a stacked crew of American bouldering talent—Daniel Woods, Dave Graham, Jimmy Webb, Paul Robinson, and more—links up with local developer Diego Montull to scope an emerging bouldering zone in northern Mexico. It’s a first look at an uncharted landscape of stone, sun, and possibility, setting the stage for a trip built on exploration, repeats, and the hunt for brand-new lines. What makes this short episode hit is its sense of discovery: you’re watching elite climbers read raw features, trade ideas, and size up the kind of terrain that can turn into a future classic. With hints of previous breakthroughs and whispers of truly hard problems ahead, it’s a quick, satisfying taste of high-level bouldering culture—motivation, camaraderie, and the magnetic pull of “what’s still out there” waiting to be climbed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZi_LOIWAZM https://www.youtube.com/embed/pZi_LOIWAZM 2014-04-09T13:31:30Z 346 26172 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/paTVQPd283E/bouldering-paradise-climbing-in-fontainebleau 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/paTVQPd283E/hqdefault.jpg Bouldering Paradise • Climbing in Fontainebleau Bouldering Paradise takes you deep into the legendary forest of Fontainebleau, France, one of the most iconic bouldering destinations in the world. Shot over a couple of weeks with a talented crew including Will Bosi, Jim Pope, Aidan Roberts, and a handful of other strong climbers, the film captures the raw beauty of Font's unique sandstone boulders scattered among ancient trees. What makes this film worth watching is the honest, unfiltered atmosphere it delivers — moody skies, damp rock, and the elation of finally getting conditions just right. The climbing spans a range of styles and difficulties across Font's classic circuits, showcasing the technical footwork and friction-dependent movement that makes this forest unlike anywhere else on earth. Whether you've climbed in Fontainebleau or are still dreaming of your first trip, this is a thoroughly satisfying window into bouldering paradise. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paTVQPd283E https://www.youtube.com/embed/paTVQPd283E 2022-12-11T15:57:46Z 1024 57427 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/q3LiD_967CI/uncut-daniel-woods-la-capella-5-15b-9b 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/q3LiD_967CI/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Daniel Woods - La Capella (5.15B/9B) Uncut: Daniel Woods – La Capella drops you into a raw, uninterrupted session on one of Siurana’s most iconic testpieces: La Capella (5.15b/9b). Filmed by Jon Cardwell in January 2018, this short film follows Daniel Woods as he works the razor-thin margin between control and chaos on a route that has become a benchmark for modern sport climbing. What makes this worth watching is the honesty of the uncut format—no montage, no shortcuts, just the full rhythm of a top-end attempt: the pacing, the micro-adjustments, the breathing, and the fight to keep it together when everything is on the edge. In under six minutes, it delivers a concentrated hit of motivation and perspective, capturing the intensity of elite climbing while reminding you how much composure and commitment it takes to move through the hardest terrain. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q3LiD_967CI https://www.youtube.com/embed/q3LiD_967CI 2019-04-10T19:48:20.000Z 338 73753 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/q9ZChkJ0sZw/rocklands-2015-blocbuster-family 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/q9ZChkJ0sZw/hqdefault.jpg Rocklands 2015 Blocbuster Family Rocklands 2015 Blocbuster Family is a quick-hit bouldering travel edit from SaimoOon, capturing the feel of a 2015 season in South Africa’s Rocklands and the Cederberg. Across a tight 24 minutes, a crew of friends samples sun-baked sandstone, classic lines, and plenty of lesser-known gems—more about the shared trip than chasing a tick-list of the hardest numbers. What makes this one easy to sink into is its range and rhythm: varied styles from arêtes to roofs, a steady stream of memorable problems, and a soundtrack-driven pace that keeps the energy moving from warm-ups to try-hard. Even without headline-grade sends, it delivers the real Rocklands draw—beautiful blocs, good banter, and that addictive sequence of attempts, discoveries, and small victories that defines a great bouldering trip. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9ZChkJ0sZw https://www.youtube.com/embed/q9ZChkJ0sZw 2015-08-02T21:51:30.000Z 1473 7422 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/qA8Bjp4SOkA/bd-athlete-adam-ondra-onsights-il-domani-9a 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qA8Bjp4SOkA/hqdefault.jpg BD Athlete Adam Ondra Onsights Il Domani (9a) In BD Athlete Adam Ondra Onsights Il Domani (9a), Black Diamond Equipment follows Adam Ondra as he takes on the legendary Spanish sport route Il Domani—graded 9a (5.14d)—with an onsight attempt that left even Patxi Usobiaga calling it “the most impressive thing I’ve ever seen.” It’s a focused, front-row look at a rare day where preparation, instinct, and composure collide on razor-edged holds and brick-hard sequences. What makes this short film so gripping is the way it captures the real texture of an onsight at the limit: long minutes of problem-solving on the fly, reading subtle cues in the rock, and managing the rising pressure as the pump builds with no resets. If you love watching elite climbers turn uncertainty into flow—and want to understand what “unlocking” a route looks like in real time—this is a must-watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qA8Bjp4SOkA https://www.youtube.com/embed/qA8Bjp4SOkA 2014-05-27T16:38:23.000Z 823 443130 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/qEN27iiG6YI/chalk-life-vol-1-full-movie 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qEN27iiG6YI/hqdefault.jpg Chalk Life Vol.1 Full Movie Chalk Life Vol. 1 is a full-length climbing tour through New Mexico’s sunbaked cliffs and hidden stone, capturing the everyday grind and the high points that keep climbers coming back. Featuring a strong crew of athletes, the film moves from roadside crags to big, open landscapes, pairing grounded travel energy with the simple ritual of chalk, skin, and problem-solving on rock. What makes it worth your time is its honest, session-forward feel: routes, falls, retries, and those rare moments when everything clicks. With a steady mix of styles and spots, it’s the kind of movie that reminds you why climbing is equal parts adventure and obsession—perfect for a couch watch when you want real climbing, real places, and a dose of motivation to get outside. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qEN27iiG6YI https://www.youtube.com/embed/qEN27iiG6YI 2014-01-16T15:47:42.000Z 4469 296360 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/qOOKKHeyy6I/reel-rock-the-sensei-pt-1 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qOOKKHeyy6I/hqdefault.jpg Reel Rock: The Sensei, Pt. 1 Reel Rock: The Sensei, Pt. 1 follows legendary Japanese climber Yuji Hirayama as he lines up a final, high-stakes bouldering mission—one last push to finish a project at the edge of his abilities. Paired with rising American powerhouse Daniel Woods, the film sets up a rare cross-generational partnership where experience, precision, and raw strength collide on stone. In just a few minutes, it captures the quiet intensity that makes hard bouldering so addictive: the obsessive rehearsal, the razor-thin margins, and the unspoken mentorship that happens between attempts. If you love climbing stories that mix grit with respect—and the thrill of watching two very different athletes chase the same impossibly small sequence—this is a sharp, motivating hit of Reel Rock energy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qOOKKHeyy6I https://www.youtube.com/embed/qOOKKHeyy6I 2014-08-04T19:26:42.000Z 251 97875 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/qXiD_ZWywBw/paul-robinson-sends-jaws-ii-9a 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qXiD_ZWywBw/hqdefault.jpg Paul Robinson Sends Jaws II (9a+) Paul Robinson Sends Jaws II (9a+) follows Paul Robinson back to a haunting obsession: Jaws II, the sweeping schist testpiece hidden in the forest outside Rumney, New Hampshire. First tried in 2011, the route keeps pulling him back for years until a fall trip finally gives him the chance to devote himself fully—day after day—to decoding the crux, battling doubt, and chasing a dream-level sport-climbing milestone. What makes this one worth your eight minutes is the raw, familiar arc of a real project: confusion that won’t quit, incremental breakthroughs, pressure as time runs out, and the razor-thin line between coming up short and getting it done. The film captures the unglamorous grind behind a 5.15a/9a+ send, then delivers the payoff as Paul fights through repeated top-end falls to claim the ascent—his hardest sport climb at the time—and leaves Rumney with the kind of stoke that’s impossible to fake. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXiD_ZWywBw https://www.youtube.com/embed/qXiD_ZWywBw 2013-11-26T00:05:03.000Z 521 115472 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/qaS5Y1Uq4O8/uncut-footage-seb-bouin-in-azincourt-first-french-8c 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qaS5Y1Uq4O8/hqdefault.jpg Uncut Footage - Seb Bouin in Azincourt - First French 8C Uncut Footage - Seb Bouin in Azincourt - First French 8C drops you right onto the rock with Seb Bouin for a full, uninterrupted look at his send of Azincourt, the landmark Ben Moon testpiece that became France’s first 8C. With no narration and no edits, this short film is pure climbing—hands, feet, breath, and decision-making—captured as it really happens. What makes it worth your time is the honesty: you get to study the pacing, the micro-adjustments, and the mental control that high-end sport climbing demands, without any hype or highlight-reel shortcuts. It’s a perfect quick watch when you want real beta, real effort, and a reminder of why historic routes still matter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaS5Y1Uq4O8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/qaS5Y1Uq4O8 2020-04-02T13:42:55.000Z 202 37674 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ql4XnjGclLw/uncut-drew-ruana-sleepwalker-v16-8c 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ql4XnjGclLw/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Drew Ruana - Sleepwalker (V16/8C+) Uncut: Drew Ruana - Sleepwalker drops you straight into the action as Drew zeroes in on Sleepwalker (V16/8C+) in the striking sandstone of Red Rocks, Nevada. In under two minutes, this mellow short captures a rare look at a modern American testpiece and the calm intensity it demands from one of the strongest boulderers of his generation. What makes it worth watching is the purity: no distractions, no fluff—just movement, precision, and commitment on the edge of what’s possible. You’ll feel the tension of each attempt, the micro-adjustments that separate sticking from slipping, and the quiet confidence it takes to try hard on something that hard. If you love seeing top-tier bouldering distilled to its essentials, this one hits fast and leaves an impression. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ql4XnjGclLw https://www.youtube.com/embed/ql4XnjGclLw 2020-01-29T17:30:01.000Z 115 58514 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/r2rKvxSLN3A/mt-evans-with-daniel-chris-webb-alex 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/r2rKvxSLN3A/hqdefault.jpg Mt Evans with Daniel, Chris Webb & Alex Join Cameron Maier for a quick, high-altitude bouldering mission on Mt. Evans, linking up with Daniel Woods, Chris Webb, and Alex Puccio for a day of Colorado granite and big-mountain energy. In just over seven minutes, the film drops you into the thin air above treeline—where every attempt feels a little heavier, the weather can turn fast, and the focus is sharp from the first brush of the holds. What makes this one worth your time is the mix of powerhouse climbers and true alpine vibe: tight edits, crisp movement, and that special blend of effort and joy that comes from chasing lines in a wild place. Whether you’re here for the names, the first-ascent spirit, or simply the motivation hit of watching strong climbers solve problems in the mountains, Mt Evans delivers a punchy burst of stoke that’ll have you eyeing your next session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2rKvxSLN3A https://www.youtube.com/embed/r2rKvxSLN3A 2019-07-19T20:05:37.000Z 444 5454 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/r4-cym72IKY/monkey-see-monkey-do-matt-segal-climbng-gin-palace 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/r4-cym72IKY/hqdefault.jpg Monkey See Monkey Do: Matt Segal Climbng Gin Palace Matt Segal brings the signature “Monkey See, Monkey Do” energy to Gin Palace in this bite-sized Hot Aches Productions clip, capturing the focus, footwork, and calm intensity it takes to make hard slate climbing look effortless. In just a couple of minutes, you get a sharp hit of real movement on real rock—no fluff, just the essentials of a committed attempt on a fierce line. Worth watching for its pure, concentrated dose of climbing craft: precise sequencing, quick decisions, and that electric moment when everything clicks on steep, unforgiving holds. Whether you’re here for Segal’s style, the gritty character of slate, or a fast shot of motivation between sessions, this one delivers a clean burst of psych that lingers long after the final move. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4-cym72IKY https://www.youtube.com/embed/r4-cym72IKY 2010-03-08T05:10:46.000Z 137 17631 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/r93Sw768GxI/free-flow-hazel-findlay 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/r93Sw768GxI/hqdefault.jpg Free Flow - Hazel Findlay Free Flow follows Hazel Findlay on a fast-and-light day in the Welsh mountains of Snowdonia, blending trail running with solo climbing on iconic North Wales rock. As the miles tick by and the exposure ramps up, Hazel reflects on what it means to move efficiently, stay present, and find calm in consequential terrain. Worth watching for its pure sense of motion, the film pairs sweeping mountain cinematography with a thoughtful soundtrack and Hazel’s understated mindset. In just a few minutes it captures the addictive rhythm of linking ridgelines, rock, and focus into a single “flow” state—equal parts inspiring, meditative, and quietly intense. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r93Sw768GxI https://www.youtube.com/embed/r93Sw768GxI 2019-03-27T11:47:12.000Z 256 84071 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/rDYZr8Uz2rE/climbing-mount-everest-full-42-day-journey 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rDYZr8Uz2rE/hqdefault.jpg Climbing Mount Everest - Full 42 Day Journey Ryan Mitchell condenses the full Mount Everest experience into one day-by-day, hour-by-hour journey—from the long approach to base camp, through the chaos of the Khumbu Icefall, up the ladder of higher camps, and into the final summit day. With nearly five hours of footage, this is the kind of film that lets you feel the grind: the patience of acclimatization, the logistics that never stop, and the thin-air decision-making where every step matters. It’s a rare, immersive window into what a 42-day Everest expedition really looks like when the camera doesn’t cut away from the hard parts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDYZr8Uz2rE https://www.youtube.com/embed/rDYZr8Uz2rE 2024-06-16T20:55:44Z 17662 6834379 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/rEqUiPhyxFM/adam-ondra-70-new-8c-v16-ledoborec-just-to-get-the-perfect-kneebar 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rEqUiPhyxFM/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #70: New 8C+ (V16) Ledoborec / Just to get the perfect kneebar! Adam Ondra #70 drops into the Moravian Karst for a spring session that turns an “impossible” idea into a real send: a new 8C+ (V16) linkup called Ledoborec. Between long-term Olympic-focused training and chasing prime conditions, Adam takes you straight into the process—28 relentlessly intense moves, micro-adjustments, and the single trick that changes everything: building a kneebar so solid you can finally let go and keep going. What makes this episode worth your time is how clearly it shows elite climbing as a craft, not a highlight reel. You’ll see the tension between ambition and doubt, the repetition required to make a weird position usable, and the satisfying moment when a sequence clicks because the body has learned it. If you love problem-solving on steep terrain, gritty linkups, and the obsessive pursuit of “perfect” beta, this is a fast, focused watch that delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEqUiPhyxFM https://www.youtube.com/embed/rEqUiPhyxFM 2020-06-15T20:27:14Z 751 12744 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/rX8dagva4Ig/the-black-diamond-project-adam-ondra-patxi-usobiaga-part-1 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rX8dagva4Ig/hqdefault.jpg The Black Diamond Project - Adam Ondra & Patxi Usobiaga - Part 1 In The Black Diamond Project – Adam Ondra & Patxi Usobiaga – Part 1, two of climbing’s most influential figures come together for a focused, behind-the-scenes look at the pursuit of top-level performance. Adam Ondra’s relentless drive and Patxi Usobiaga’s hard-earned experience set the tone for a film that’s equal parts training diary, mindset study, and portrait of what it takes to push grades when the margin for error is razor thin. What makes this worth your time is the contrast in styles and perspectives: raw talent paired with refined craft, ambition grounded by method. Expect crisp climbing sequences, thoughtful moments between attempts, and the kind of small details—breathing, pacing, preparation, and persistence—that separate a good session from a breakthrough. If you love seeing the process as much as the send, this opener to the Black Diamond series delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX8dagva4Ig https://www.youtube.com/embed/rX8dagva4Ig 2017-04-23T17:02:44.000Z 1851 76892 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/rYgeUiAllBw/arcteryx-new-routin-in-the-creek 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rYgeUiAllBw/hqdefault.jpg ARC'TERYX New Routin' in the Creek Arc’teryx New Routin’ in the Creek drops you into Utah’s desert kingdom with Arc’teryx athlete Will Stanhope as he heads to Indian Creek to headpoint established testpieces and sniff out fresh lines hidden in plain sight. With the Creek’s iconic splitters as a backdrop, Stanhope’s approach is equal parts precision and play—less mystical “spirit quest,” more sharp eyes, good partners, and the willingness to try what’s between the obvious routes. What makes this short so fun is its mix of high-level climbing and lighthearted personality: you get clean desert crack action, candid insight into how new routes are really found, and the kind of backcountry humor that keeps the intensity from taking itself too seriously. If you love watching confident movement on perfect stone—and you’ve ever wondered how climbers keep finding “new” objectives in a well-known area—this is a quick, satisfying hit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYgeUiAllBw https://www.youtube.com/embed/rYgeUiAllBw 2012-07-16T16:15:05.000Z 473 133589 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/rZDkBiTsNc8/voie-cassin-eperon-walker-grandes-jorasses-face-nord-chamonix-mont-blanc-montagn 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rZDkBiTsNc8/hqdefault.jpg Voie Cassin Eperon Walker Grandes Jorasses Face Nord Chamonix Mont-Blanc montagne alpinisme In February 2019, tvmountain heads to Chamonix–Mont-Blanc for an intimate look at one of the Alps’ most legendary north faces: the Grandes Jorasses, Pointe Walker, via the historic Voie Cassin on the Éperon Walker. Across 1,200 meters of steep granite, ice bands, and shadowed corners, the film traces an iconic line first opened in 1938 by Riccardo Cassin, Luigi Esposito, and Ugo Tizoni—an itinerary that has defined generations of alpinists. What makes this worth your 29 minutes is the mix of atmosphere and ambition: winter light on a mythic wall, crisp conditions that turn the climb into a rare window of possibility, and a guided passage through famous features like the Dièdre Rébuffat, the Bandes de glace, and the final chimneys to the 4,208-meter summit. It’s a compact hit of classic alpinism—part history, part topo come to life, and all about the pull of committing terrain where every pitch feels earned. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZDkBiTsNc8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/rZDkBiTsNc8 2019-04-21T20:55:08.000Z 1766 66054 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/r_pg7RtQo3w/now-thats-what-i-call-a-first-ascent-ep4-century-crack-5-14b-pete-whittaker-tom- 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/r_pg7RtQo3w/hqdefault.jpg Now That's What I Call a First Ascent - EP4 - Century Crack 5.14b Pete Whittaker & Tom Randall Pete Whittaker and Tom Randall, the Wide Boyz, take on one of crack climbing’s most infamous nightmares in Episode 4: Century Crack (5.14b). In this punchy Hot Aches Productions installment, the pair bring their Sheffield-born offwidth obsession to the USA, aiming for a first ascent on a line that’s less “hand jam” and more full-body combat. What makes this worth your nine minutes is the intensity: the raw, awkward mechanics of offwidth climbing, the grit behind a specialized training ethic, and the calm problem-solving it takes when every move hurts. If you’ve ever wondered how elite climbers turn bruises into progress and fear into precision, Century Crack delivers a front-row seat to a truly wild test piece and the partnership it demands. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_pg7RtQo3w https://www.youtube.com/embed/r_pg7RtQo3w 2016-04-03T08:58:18.000Z 555 137172 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/rcq3Z1oua6g/mar-alvarez-kif-kif-demain-9a 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rcq3Z1oua6g/hqdefault.jpg Mar Alvarez Kif Kif Demain 9a Mar Alvarez Kif Kif Demain 9a follows Spanish sport climber Mar Alvarez as she returns to a long-term goal on steep limestone: Kif Kif Demain, graded 9a. In this short Mad Rock film, you drop into the final push of a project that has demanded years of patience, refinement, and belief—until everything lines up for a decisive go. What makes it so watchable is the clarity of the moment: precise footwork, clipped breaths, and the razor-thin margin between a fall and a send on a true limit route. It’s a quick hit of high-stakes sport climbing that captures the quiet grind behind big grades, and the unmistakable release when a hard-earned sequence finally goes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcq3Z1oua6g https://www.youtube.com/embed/rcq3Z1oua6g 2016-09-13T19:12:29.000Z 396 14883 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/rdDVDeKsy1I/10-neil-greshams-masterclass-casestudy 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rdDVDeKsy1I/hqdefault.jpg 10 Neil Greshams Masterclass - CaseStudy Step inside Neil Gresham’s Masterclass with this quick CaseStudy segment, a sharp, focused look at the kind of small details that make a big difference when you’re trying to climb better. In just a couple of minutes, it captures the coach’s-eye view of movement, decision-making, and how to approach a problem with purpose—whether you’re training indoors or refining your technique on real rock. What makes this worth your time is its efficiency: no fluff, just practical takeaways you can apply on your very next session. Expect clear, experience-backed insight on reading sequences, choosing body positions, and turning “almost” into “sent”—the mindset and mechanics that help you climb smarter, not just harder. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdDVDeKsy1I https://www.youtube.com/embed/rdDVDeKsy1I 2016-02-21T11:59:25.000Z 149 59915 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/rjMVSlQilKk/arcteryx-will-gadd-ice-climbing-in-marble-canyon 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rjMVSlQilKk/hqdefault.jpg ARC'TERYX Will Gadd Ice Climbing in Marble Canyon Arc’teryx follows elite ice climber Will Gadd into the striking walls of Marble Canyon, British Columbia, where winter turns stone into a cathedral of glass. In just a few minutes, the film captures the focused, methodical rhythm of ice climbing as Gadd commits to a thin, freestanding pillar—every swing and placement a careful negotiation with something beautiful, fragile, and alive. Worth watching for its pure hit of cold-air intensity, this short is a reminder of why ice climbing feels like the sharpest edge of the sport: precise movement, steady nerves, and zero room for hesitation. Between the canyon backdrop and Gadd’s calm confidence, it’s a quick, addictive watch that leaves you wanting to step outside, breathe deep, and chase winter lines of your own. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjMVSlQilKk https://www.youtube.com/embed/rjMVSlQilKk 2010-01-26T18:17:08.000Z 167 138188 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/rr5OgcE9Ny0/moonlight-sonata-v16-taylor-mcneill-fa 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rr5OgcE9Ny0/hqdefault.jpg Moonlight Sonata V16 | Taylor McNeill (FA) Moonlight Sonata follows Taylor McNeill’s long pursuit of a groundbreaking first ascent in Joe’s Valley, where a single boulder problem becomes an all-consuming mission. Across seasons of attempts, the film captures the reality behind elite performance: repetition, setbacks, and the stubborn decision to keep coming back. What makes this worth watching is its honest focus on the unglamorous grind—nearly 50 days of effort distilled into a tight, high-stakes story of belief under pressure. If you love hard bouldering and the mental battle of projecting at the limit, this is a pure dose of motivation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr5OgcE9Ny0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/rr5OgcE9Ny0 2021-11-24T16:00:10Z 743 63969 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/rtE_S0zzC14/knockout-8b 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rtE_S0zzC14/hqdefault.jpg Knockout 8B+ Adam Ondra drops into the Czech woods for “Knockout 8B+,” a quick-hit session at Komínky in the Chřiby range that captures the first ascent of a powerful boulder problem. In just over two minutes, you get a focused glimpse of Ondra’s Road to Tokyo era—where bouldering precision, competitive intensity, and pure curiosity meet on real rock. It’s worth watching for the distilled punch of high-end climbing: fast pacing, uncompromising movement, and that unmistakable moment when a new line finally goes. Whether you’re here for Olympic-era motivation or simply love seeing elite problem solving on stone, “Knockout 8B+” delivers a satisfying burst of commitment and control from the first pull to the send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtE_S0zzC14 https://www.youtube.com/embed/rtE_S0zzC14 2020-04-28T11:24:46.000Z 124 92293 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/rvv0w7-7L1c/climbing-the-face-of-half-dome 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rvv0w7-7L1c/hqdefault.jpg Climbing the face of Half Dome Brad Johnson takes on one of the most iconic climbs in the world — the Regular Northwest Face of Half Dome in Yosemite Valley. Over four days living on the wall, this film documents the full physical and mental journey up one of America's most celebrated big wall routes, thousands of feet above the valley floor. What makes this film compelling is its raw, ground-level perspective on what it truly means to commit to a big wall — hauling gear, sleeping exposed on granite, and pushing through exhaustion to reach the summit. With nearly four million views, this climb clearly resonates with both seasoned climbers and adventurous newcomers alike. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvv0w7-7L1c https://www.youtube.com/embed/rvv0w7-7L1c 2022-06-05T01:53:15Z 814 3811258 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/rzlLT-je9jg/jirishanca-josh-wharton-vince-anderson-climb-a-new-route-in-peru-patagonia-films 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rzlLT-je9jg/hqdefault.jpg Jirishanca: Josh Wharton & Vince Anderson Climb a New Route in Peru | Patagonia Films Jirishanca follows two of alpinism's quietly legendary figures—Josh Wharton and Vince Anderson—as they attempt a bold new route on one of Peru's most striking and remote peaks. Wharton, described as the most accomplished alpinist you've never heard of, has spent years accumulating serious high-altitude achievements far from the spotlight. Now, with fatherhood reshaping his relationship with risk and climate change transforming the mountain environments he has long called home, this ascent of Jirishanca carries a weight that goes beyond the climb itself. What makes this film worth watching is its rare combination of raw alpine drama and genuine personal reckoning. The pair's attempt on the 2003 Italian route forces both climbers to confront uncertainty at every turn—on technical terrain, in shifting conditions, and within themselves. Produced by Patagonia Films and shot on location by a seasoned crew, this 31-minute film delivers the kind of honest, immersive storytelling that reminds you why people venture into the high mountains in the first place. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzlLT-je9jg https://www.youtube.com/embed/rzlLT-je9jg 2024-11-20T14:01:41Z 1872 1720635 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/s1P1WQboszQ/memory-is-parallax-v14-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/s1P1WQboszQ/hqdefault.jpg Memory is Parallax V14 FA Memory is Parallax V14 FA drops you into Colorado bouldering with Cameron Maier as the lens, capturing the tension and quiet focus that surrounds a top-end first ascent. With a title that hints at shifting perspective and hard-earned lessons, this short film traces the moments that matter most: dialing movement, reading subtle features, and committing when the line finally makes sense. What makes it worth your eight minutes is the raw, close-to-the-rock feel of a V14 attempt—high stakes in small spaces, where body position and belief are everything. Whether you’re here for Dave Graham-era difficulty, Bearcam-style grit, or simply the rush of watching a problem go from “impossible” to “done,” this is a tight hit of motivation that leaves you wanting the next burn. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1P1WQboszQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/s1P1WQboszQ 2019-12-28T20:12:01.000Z 507 16190 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/s2WyCO9PK3g/undiscovered-rainbow-warrior-first-ascent 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/s2WyCO9PK3g/hqdefault.jpg Undiscovered: Rainbow Warrior first ascent Undiscovered: Rainbow Warrior first ascent drops you onto the sharp end with Dave MacLeod as he unlocks a stunning Scottish 8b on first ascent. Shot for his Undiscovered project but ultimately left out of the final cut, this short film is a focused slice of the bigger story: two decades of searching out blank rock across Scotland and turning possibility into lines you can climb. What makes it worth your four minutes is the purity of the moment—no hype, just the quiet tension of committing to moves that haven’t been done before, on rock that demands precision and belief. It’s a hit of Scottish atmosphere, bold route-finding, and that addictive first-ascent energy where every sequence is earned, every decision matters, and the payoff is written in chalk and resolve. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2WyCO9PK3g https://www.youtube.com/embed/s2WyCO9PK3g 2019-12-20T11:50:41Z 246 27491 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/s3-nLPB_pXk/enzo-oddo-la-rambla-9a-5-15a-at-siurana-spain 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/s3-nLPB_pXk/hqdefault.jpg Enzo Oddo: La Rambla 9a+ (5.15a) at Siurana Spain Enzo Oddo: La Rambla 9a+ (5.15a) at Siurana Spain drops you into the limestone arena of Siurana with 16-year-old French prodigy Enzo Oddo as he takes on one of sport climbing’s most famous testpieces. Filmed by prAna, this short but punchy ascent traces his repeat of La Rambla—first established by Alex Huber to a high point and later extended by Ramón Julián Puigblanque—against the backdrop of a route whose grade and legacy have been debated for years. What makes it worth watching is the collision of raw youth and historic difficulty: precise footwork on razor edges, relentless endurance, and the calm that’s required when every move feels like it could spit you off. Even in just a few minutes, it captures the full sport-climbing arc—rehearsal, doubt, commitment, and that final surge—while reminding you that “hard” isn’t only a number, it’s a story written into the rock and the climber who dares to try. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3-nLPB_pXk https://www.youtube.com/embed/s3-nLPB_pXk 2012-01-14T00:03:41.000Z 381 74743 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/s7aD5Y49anA/29-strength-power-intro 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/s7aD5Y49anA/hqdefault.jpg 29 Strength & Power intro Kick off Neil Gresham’s Climbing Masterclass strength series with “29 Strength & Power intro,” a fast, focused primer on what strength and power training really mean for climbers. In just over two minutes, Gresham frames why targeted training matters and lays out the key definitions and terminology that will underpin the rest of the how-to lessons. It’s worth watching because it cuts through gym noise and climbing folklore, giving you a clear mental map before you start hanging, pulling, or measuring progress. Whether you’re bouldering for bigger moves, sport climbing for sharper crux execution, or simply trying to train smarter without burning out, this intro sets expectations and helps you understand what you’re actually developing when you train for “strength” versus “power.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7aD5Y49anA https://www.youtube.com/embed/s7aD5Y49anA 2016-02-21T14:01:43.000Z 139 22837 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/s7zNCVmEeKI/jerome-gonz-lez-climbing-the-savage-new-route-cus-cus-el-copiloto-8c-5-14c 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/s7zNCVmEeKI/hqdefault.jpg Jerome González Climbing The Savage New Route 'Cus Cus El Copiloto' (8c+/5.14c) Eighteen-year-old local crusher Jerome González takes you to Tenerife’s La Galeria del Pino to tackle his newest creation: “Cus Cus El Copiloto,” a savage volcanic testpiece he’s proposing at 8c+/5.14c, with whispers it could climb even harder. In just over five minutes, EpicTV captures the intensity of developing cutting-edge sport climbing away from the crowds, on steep, technical rock that’s uniquely Canary Islands. This is worth watching for the blend of raw effort and rare setting: precise movement on pumpy terrain, the mental battle of a brand-new line, and the kind of commitment that comes with trying to define a route’s true grade. If you love seeing high-end climbing distilled to its essentials—power, finesse, and total focus—this short film delivers a sharp hit of inspiration and respect for the locals pushing their home crags forward. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7zNCVmEeKI https://www.youtube.com/embed/s7zNCVmEeKI 2016-02-17T09:14:59.000Z 321 35651 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/s8EujPDtKg4/ben-moon-returns-to-buoux-30-years-after-agincourt-was-first-climbed 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/s8EujPDtKg4/hqdefault.jpg Ben Moon returns to Buoux 30 years after Agincourt was first climbed... Ben Moon returns to Buoux three decades after his groundbreaking first ascent of Agincourt, the route he famously graded 8c and one of the defining lines of French sport climbing. In this short film from MoonClimbing, he revisits the limestone cliffs that shaped a generation, tracing the path from his first trip in 1984 with Jerry Moffatt to the late-80s peak when Buoux drew the world’s strongest climbers and the hardest routes of the era. What makes this worth watching is the mix of history and hard-won perspective: a legend walking back into the arena where the standards were rewritten, remembering the scenes, the people, and the mindset required to push into the unknown. It’s a rare, intimate look at what “cutting edge” really felt like—before modern training plans and grade inflation—told by the person who helped define it, and a reminder of why certain places and climbs still matter long after the headlines fade. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8EujPDtKg4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/s8EujPDtKg4 2019-05-03T14:27:44.000Z 822 79884 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/sKzDko8DVDw/30-bouldering-strength 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sKzDko8DVDw/hqdefault.jpg 30 Bouldering Strength Build power fast with “30 Bouldering Strength,” a bite-sized masterclass from Neil Gresham and Crux Films that zeroes in on bouldering as the most effective strength training for climbers. In just a few minutes, it explores how targeted, intentional bouldering can develop raw pulling strength and sharper movement at the same time—turning short, hard efforts into real performance gains. What makes this worth watching is its practical, no-nonsense formula: choose the right wall angle, dial the grade, match the style to your goals, and respect the rest so your sessions actually build strength instead of just burning you out. If color-coded gym sets aren’t moving the needle, Gresham shows how taking control—by creating your own problems on a board—can transform your training into a focused, repeatable system that pushes your bouldering to the next level. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKzDko8DVDw https://www.youtube.com/embed/sKzDko8DVDw 2016-02-21T14:08:06.000Z 202 32932 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/sS9G1fI7S-w/monkey-see-monkey-do-kevin-shields-solo-of-fast-furious 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sS9G1fI7S-w/hqdefault.jpg Monkey See Monkey Do: Kevin Shields Solo of Fast & Furious Kevin Shields cuts loose on Fast & Furious in this punchy solo segment from Hot Aches Productions’ Monkey See, Monkey Do. In just over four minutes, you’re dropped straight into dry rock, sharp decision-making, and the focused rhythm of tooling—where every placement counts and momentum is earned, not given. What makes this worth the click is how quickly it captures the full arc of a hard send: the calm before committing, the precise choreography of hands and feet, and the moment the route finally unlocks. It’s a compact shot of pure climbing intensity—high effort, clean movement, and the kind of grit that leaves you inspired to get outside (or at least rack up your own “fast & furious” session). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sS9G1fI7S-w https://www.youtube.com/embed/sS9G1fI7S-w 2010-03-08T03:07:15.000Z 250 6512 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/sV0d9N9lArE/sleeping-lion-alex-megos 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sV0d9N9lArE/hqdefault.jpg Sleeping Lion | Alex Megos Sleeping Lion follows Alex Megos on his relentless pursuit of the second ascent of Chris Sharma's iconic route in Siurana, Spain. Raw and unfiltered, the film strips away the usual vlog format to deliver pure climbing — falls, frustration, and the moment it all comes together on one of the world's hardest sport routes. Filmed beautifully by Marco Zanone, this is a rare window into elite performance climbing without the noise. The stunning Catalonian landscape serves as backdrop to a masterclass in hard sport climbing, making it essential viewing for anyone who wants to understand what pushing the limits of human movement on rock actually looks like. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sV0d9N9lArE https://www.youtube.com/embed/sV0d9N9lArE 2024-01-24T16:00:39Z 802 384848 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/sWrNoka8jJw/petzl-roctrip-2014-ep6-olympos-geyikbayiri-citdibi-turkey 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sWrNoka8jJw/hqdefault.jpg Petzl RocTrip 2014 #Ep6 - Olympos, Geyikbayiri, Citdibi - Turkey Petzl RocTrip 2014 #Ep6 drops you into the grand finale of Petzl’s traveling climbing gathering, set against the ancient coast and limestone amphitheaters of Olympos, Geyikbayiri, and Çitdibi in Turkey. Over 17 minutes, the film blends sun-baked Mediterranean landscapes, myth-soaked history, and a caravan of world-class climbers chasing steep lines, wild rock features, and the kind of sessions that turn a trip into a legend. What makes this episode pop is the sense of place and momentum: enormous, three-dimensional tufa corridors that photos can’t do justice, the buzz of a tightly knit crew moving from crag to crag, and the playful mix of adventure (including deep-water soloing) with pure sport-climbing intensity. It’s a fast, atmospheric watch that captures why climbers travel—new stone, new friends, and the feeling that the next corner might hold the best wall you’ve ever seen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWrNoka8jJw https://www.youtube.com/embed/sWrNoka8jJw 2015-01-06T17:54:11.000Z 1031 485232 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/sXB7DSnSZDk/daniel-and-giuliano-in-spain 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sXB7DSnSZDk/hqdefault.jpg Daniel and Giuliano in Spain Daniel and Giuliano in Spain follows Daniel Woods and Giuliano Cameroni on a spring climbing escape to Spain, chasing good weather, better stone, and the simple rhythm of days spent outside. Set against the pocketed walls of Margalef and the sweeping limestone of Siurana, this short film blends laid-back travel moments with real sessions on some of the country’s most iconic lines. It’s worth watching for the contrast: mellow vibes and big ambition, laughter and logistics, and then the switch into total focus when the moves get serious. Whether you’re here to see two world-class climbers test themselves on steep sport and powerful boulders, or you just want eleven minutes of sunlit limestone, skin-on-rock effort, and the kind of stoke that makes you want to plan your own trip, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXB7DSnSZDk https://www.youtube.com/embed/sXB7DSnSZDk 2019-03-04T18:15:30.000Z 683 73189 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/sY4OicuWbiA/11-neil-greshams-masterclass-frogging 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sY4OicuWbiA/hqdefault.jpg 11 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Frogging In this quick installment of Neil Gresham’s Climbing Masterclass, “Frogging” breaks down a deceptively powerful overhang technique for keeping your weight on your feet when the wall gets steep. If you’ve ever felt your hips sag, your core overworked, or your feet skating as the angle kicks back, this focused lesson introduces how a “frog” position can help you stay close, balanced, and in control. Worth watching for its straight-to-the-point coaching, the film highlights why inner-thigh flexibility and smart body positioning matter just as much as strength on overhanging terrain. You’ll come away with a clear picture of when to use frogging, how it can turn awkward rests into usable stances, and how a small adjustment in hip and leg engagement can unlock comfort in positions that usually feel brutally strenuous. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sY4OicuWbiA https://www.youtube.com/embed/sY4OicuWbiA 2016-02-21T12:19:00.000Z 52 47176 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/sfDPJIbOk84/big-balls-ground-falls 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sfDPJIbOk84/hqdefault.jpg Big Balls & Ground Falls Big Balls & Ground Falls is a raw, personal compilation from Jim Pope, stitching together three years of trad climbing footage into one unpolished, honest ride. True to its title, it leans into the reality of committing movement above gear, the inevitability of close calls, and the lessons that come with climbing where the ground is never far from the conversation. What makes this film worth your time is the lack of gloss: no hype reel sheen, just the atmosphere of real days out, real partners, and real consequences—plus the quiet wins that keep people coming back. If you’re drawn to trad for its decision-making as much as its difficulty, this is a watch that captures the nerves, the humour, and the meaning behind the moments that don’t always look “shiny,” but stay with you long after the rope is coiled. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfDPJIbOk84 https://www.youtube.com/embed/sfDPJIbOk84 2020-04-26T19:00:10.000Z 2756 36981 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/sgacMtKWDMM/chris-sharma-en-sleeping-lion-un-nuevo-proyecto-en-siurana-epictv-espa-a-87 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sgacMtKWDMM/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma En 'Sleeping Lion'. Un Nuevo Proyecto En Siurana | EpicTV España #87 Chris Sharma turns his attention to 'Sleeping Lion', an ambitious new project nestled in the heart of El Pati sector in Siurana, one of Spain's most iconic sport climbing destinations. Filmed for EpicTV España, this short documentary captures Sharma in his element — methodically piecing together one of the hardest potential lines in the area. Having already solved all the individual sections independently during the previous spring, Sharma now faces the ultimate challenge of linking everything into a single perfect ascent. Watching one of climbing's greatest legends work through a new project with this level of precision and passion is a reminder of why he remains at the forefront of the sport decades into his career. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgacMtKWDMM https://www.youtube.com/embed/sgacMtKWDMM 2022-07-01T15:00:38Z 551 76735 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/shf2_c1vbHU/the-island-vol-0 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/shf2_c1vbHU/hqdefault.jpg ////THE ISLAND VOL 0//// ////THE ISLAND VOL 0//// is an “oldie but a goodie” from hardclimbs—an 84‑minute escape into a self-contained world of rock, sea air, and the simple obsession of getting up something beautiful. With a title like this, the film feels like a first chapter in a larger voyage: a raw, early-volume snapshot of climbers hunting lines, trading beta, and letting the rhythm of attempts and tides shape the day. What makes it worth your time is the unpolished, lived-in vibe—less about hype, more about the honest process: the awkward starts, the recalibration after a slip, and the quiet confidence that builds when you commit again. It’s the kind of climbing movie that reminds you why you fell for the sport in the first place: movement that’s both playful and serious, friendships forged between goes, and that unmistakable moment when doubt finally gives way to upward motion. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shf2_c1vbHU https://www.youtube.com/embed/shf2_c1vbHU 2019-12-30T21:10:17.000Z 5079 22713 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/shrMLBY5BMM/procesor-11-11 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/shrMLBY5BMM/hqdefault.jpg Procesor 11/11+ Adam Ondra heads to Višňové, Slovakia, for a rainy May session with big intentions: the first ascent of Procesor (11/11+, 9a/a+). In just over nine minutes, this short film drops you into the quiet intensity of a hard redpoint day—wet rock, patient rests, and a climber calibrating every move when conditions are anything but perfect. What makes it worth watching is the contrast between the stormy backdrop and the precision on the wall. Procesor isn’t just about power; it’s about decision-making under pressure, committing to insecure sequences, and staying sharp when the margin for error disappears. If you love elite sport climbing, brief but memorable sends, and the feeling of a breakthrough moment captured in real time, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shrMLBY5BMM https://www.youtube.com/embed/shrMLBY5BMM 2017-10-19T19:44:54.000Z 549 16029 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/snHVl7AX1mw/the-hardest-sport-climb-in-america-seb-bouin-climbs-supr-me-jumbo-love 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/snHVl7AX1mw/hqdefault.jpg The Hardest Sport Climb In America: Seb Bouin Climbs Suprême Jumbo Love In the fall of 2022, Seb Bouin makes a long-dreamed pilgrimage to Clark Mountain to try Jumbo Love—Chris Sharma’s iconic testpiece and the first route ever graded 5.15b. What starts as a single send attempt becomes a deeper journey into the history, mystique, and pressure that surround America’s hardest climbing. This is pure, high-stakes sport climbing: real effort on an uncompromising line, the tactics it takes to unlock a mega-route, and the emotional swings that come with chasing something legendary. If you want to feel what “hard” really means—where every move matters and commitment is everything—this film delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snHVl7AX1mw https://www.youtube.com/embed/snHVl7AX1mw 2023-05-09T15:10:40Z 1866 355508 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/t-0uyFWeOoE/seb-bouin-chilam-balam-9b 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/t-0uyFWeOoE/hqdefault.jpg Seb Bouin Chilam Balam 9b Seb Bouin Chilam Balam 9b drops you into the steep limestone of Villanueva del Rosario, Spain, as Seb Bouin goes toe-to-toe with one of sport climbing’s most storied testpieces: Chilam Balam, graded 9b. Filmed by Etienne Tafary, this short, punchy clip captures a rare repeat of a route with serious history—following ascents by Bernabé Fernández and Adam Ondra—and brings you close to the tiny margins that define the cutting edge. What makes it worth your four minutes is the focus: no filler, just movement, tension, and commitment. You’ll see the precision of modern steep climbing—skin-on-rock, body positions dialed to the millimeter, and the mental calm it takes to execute when every hold feels temporary. Whether you’re here for Seb’s style, the legacy of a famous line, or a quick hit of high-end inspiration, this is a compact dose of why 9b still feels like a different world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-0uyFWeOoE https://www.youtube.com/embed/t-0uyFWeOoE 2015-05-28T15:16:05.000Z 260 56124 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/t7vk0GIZnBo/jain-kim-on-the-rocks 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/t7vk0GIZnBo/hqdefault.jpg Jain Kim On the Rocks World champion climber Jain Kim trades the bright lights of the World Cup circuit for raw limestone in “Jain Kim On the Rocks,” a short Red Bull feature filmed in Niederthai, deep in Austria’s Ötztal valley. Between competitions in the 2015 season, she seeks a different kind of challenge—quiet, sharp, and beautifully unforgiving—where every move is earned on real stone and every breath feels closer to the mountains. In just over five minutes, the film captures the contrast that fuels elite performance: precision movement on steep terrain, the mental reset that comes from leaving the gym behind, and the simple joy of climbing outside. Expect elegant, controlled climbing, sweeping alpine scenery, and the kind of focused intensity that makes you want to get off the couch and chase your own “glückshormon” on the rocks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7vk0GIZnBo https://www.youtube.com/embed/t7vk0GIZnBo 2015-11-16T14:00:02.000Z 319 274067 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/tOIr1An3Nvk/the-power-of-jam-tram 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tOIr1An3Nvk/hqdefault.jpg The Power Of Jam Tram Join Sean Villanueva and Nicolas Favresse on a fast-moving throwback to their 2008 North America trip in The Power Of Jam Tram, a crack-climbing road reel that bounces from granite walls to desert splitters. From Squamish to the Bugaboos, then on to Indian Creek and Yosemite, the film traces a journey built around jamming, grit, and the simple obsession of finding the next perfect line. What makes it worth your 14 minutes is the mix of big objectives and playful partnership: a rare repeat of Cobra Crack, proud alpine and valley missions, and first ascents that show the duo’s eye for overlooked features and their willingness to suffer for the send. If you love clean hand stacks, desperate lock-ins, and the contagious momentum of a climbing trip where every stop delivers, this one hits like chalked hands on perfect stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tOIr1An3Nvk https://www.youtube.com/embed/tOIr1An3Nvk 2019-12-14T13:11:18.000Z 839 6227 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/tZTdF3ftQik/pressure-v13-8b-dave-macleod-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tZTdF3ftQik/hqdefault.jpg 'Pressure V13/8b' - Dave MacLeod FA Hot Aches Productions brings you along with Scotland’s own Dave MacLeod as he turns his attention to a fierce “secondary project” at Dumbarton: Pressure, a boulder problem graded V13/8b. In under nine minutes, Pressure V13/8b captures the intensity of trying hard on a line that demands absolute commitment—where every attempt is a sharp lesson in precision, skin, and belief. What makes this one worth your time is the closeness to the process: the quiet build-up, the micro-adjustments, and the unmistakable moment when effort finally clicks into control. If you love watching elite climbing distilled to its essentials—raw power, nuanced movement, and the mental edge that separates almost from done—this is a quick hit of pure psych that leaves you wanting to get outside and try harder. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZTdF3ftQik https://www.youtube.com/embed/tZTdF3ftQik 2019-04-19T14:08:01.000Z 518 5188 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/tjFsqCssN7Y/10-years-as-a-professional-climber-most-difficult-boulders-of-my-life 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tjFsqCssN7Y/hqdefault.jpg 10 years as a professional climber // Most difficult boulders of my life Magnus Midtbø looks back on a decade of climbing as a professional, pulling together a personal highlight reel of the hardest boulder problems he’s tackled on camera. It’s part story-time, part deep dive into what “hard” has meant across ten years of chasing limits. What makes this one addictive is the contrast: big efforts, brutal moves, and the reality checks that come with trying your absolute hardest—plus the perspective that only years of progression can bring. If you like seeing maximum attempts, gritty sends, and the mindset behind them, this is a satisfying, full-length watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjFsqCssN7Y https://www.youtube.com/embed/tjFsqCssN7Y 2020-12-09T17:33:01Z 2590 1929539 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/tnRoda7Ke2w/free-solo-2018-climbing-scenes 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tnRoda7Ke2w/hqdefault.jpg Free Solo (2018) climbing scenes Free Solo (2018) climbing scenes from Bùi Thái Bình is a tightly cut burst of the film’s most unforgettable moments, centered on Alex Honnold’s audacious, rope-free ascent. In just over four minutes, it captures the stark simplicity of free soloing: one climber, one wall, and nowhere to hide as the granite steepens and the exposure opens beneath each move. What makes this worth watching is the way it distills pure commitment into a quick hit of intensity—clean foot placements, controlled breathing, and the eerie quiet that surrounds a life-or-death craft. Whether you’ve seen the full documentary or you’re new to it, these scenes deliver a jolt of focus and respect for the mental discipline behind the climb, leaving you equal parts inspired and wide-eyed at what “calm under pressure” really looks like. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnRoda7Ke2w https://www.youtube.com/embed/tnRoda7Ke2w 2020-03-31T13:19:24Z 262 3723023 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ts2jrYSsisA/8-neil-greshams-masterclass-flag 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ts2jrYSsisA/hqdefault.jpg 8 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Flag Neil Gresham’s Masterclass: Flag is a bite-sized technique lesson focused on one of the most effective tools for staying in control on steep ground. Building on the fundamentals of twisting in and using the outside edge on overhangs, Gresham breaks down the flag—how a strategically placed free leg can restore balance when your hips are square to the wall, without the disruption of a foot swap. What makes this episode worth your three minutes is its immediate, practical payoff: you’ll learn the difference between inside and outside flags, when each one applies, and how to choose the right option in the moment. If you’ve ever been peeled off by a sudden “barn-door” swing, this masterclass gives you clear cues to keep your body quiet, conserve energy, and move more smoothly through awkward sequences on real routes and problems. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ts2jrYSsisA https://www.youtube.com/embed/ts2jrYSsisA 2016-02-21T11:17:32.000Z 183 139249 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/u3-CyKZ5z9A/reel-rock-the-sensei-part-2 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/u3-CyKZ5z9A/hqdefault.jpg Reel Rock: The Sensei, Part 2 Reel Rock: The Sensei, Part 2 follows legendary Japanese climber Yuji Hirayama—still sharp and driven at 43—as he takes rising star Daniel Woods into the mountains for a lesson that’s equal parts mentorship and trial. In just under four minutes, it captures the uneasy mix of awe and nerves that comes with learning from someone who’s mastered both movement and mindset. Worth watching for its tight, punchy glimpse into how great climbers are made: not only through strength, but through discipline, patience, and a willingness to be broken down and rebuilt. Expect crisp climbing moments, the pressure of “new lines,” and a clear reminder that the hardest part of the sport often isn’t the crux—it’s accepting the process. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3-CyKZ5z9A https://www.youtube.com/embed/u3-CyKZ5z9A 2014-08-18T18:32:14.000Z 230 75572 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/u34i_TZlenE/david-fitzgerald-takes-on-switzerland 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/u34i_TZlenE/hqdefault.jpg David Fitzgerald takes on Switzerland MoonClimbing’s David Fitzgerald takes on Switzerland is a fast, punchy glimpse into a three-week trip distilled down to the standout moments. Fresh back from the road, David heads into the boulders of Ticino and links a handful of quality lines, capturing that travel-day mix of curiosity, fatigue, and pure stoke when the rock finally clicks. What makes this one worth pressing play is how much atmosphere and movement it packs into just over four minutes: crisp attempts, quick successes, and the kind of problem-solving that bouldering demands when conditions, skin, and confidence are all on the line. It’s a short hit of Swiss granite inspiration—perfect for a training break, a motivation boost, or anyone who loves watching strong, smooth climbing in a beautiful setting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u34i_TZlenE https://www.youtube.com/embed/u34i_TZlenE 2017-12-22T14:30:17.000Z 255 5125 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/u9tGGRvue0E/so-high-romain-desgranges-bouldering-in-joshua-tree 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/u9tGGRvue0E/hqdefault.jpg SO HIGH | Romain Desgranges , bouldering in Joshua Tree .: :. SO HIGH follows French bouldering standout Romain Desgranges as he trades competition walls for the sunbaked granite of Joshua Tree. Across a self-imposed list of ten highball challenges—tall, unforgiving lines where commitment is everything—he sets out not just to test strength, but to confront the quieter battle: fear, focus, and the moment your mind starts to doubt the next move. What makes this film gripping is how clearly it captures the mental edge of climbing high above the pads, where every breath, hesitation, and decision carries weight. With a steady build of tension and release, it’s a rare look at performance when “try” isn’t enough and composure becomes the crux. If you love bouldering, big granite, or the psychology behind commitment, SO HIGH delivers a suspenseful, motivating watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9tGGRvue0E https://www.youtube.com/embed/u9tGGRvue0E 2017-08-03T07:35:32Z 2232 99444 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/uRxJqEK9IeA/ambassador-seb-bouin-the-silent-crusher 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uRxJqEK9IeA/hqdefault.jpg Ambassador Seb Bouin: The Silent Crusher Ambassador Seb Bouin: The Silent Crusher follows Black Diamond ambassador Seb Bouin, a soft-spoken powerhouse who somehow balances life as a sports teacher in Paris with a relentless appetite for the world’s hardest sport climbs. Set against the sheer limestone walls of France’s legendary Verdon Gorge, the film drops in as Seb turns his focus to a next-level challenge: La Rage d’Adam. In just a few minutes, you’ll feel the quiet intensity behind elite-grade climbing—precise movement, razor-sharp tactics, and the patience it takes to push at the edge of what’s possible. It’s a punchy, inspiring glimpse of a climber who lets results speak louder than words, and a reminder that real strength often looks calm, controlled, and completely committed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uRxJqEK9IeA https://www.youtube.com/embed/uRxJqEK9IeA 2017-02-21T07:00:03.000Z 204 40117 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/uV_oR2GSAb4/ben-moon-rainshadow-9a 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uV_oR2GSAb4/hqdefault.jpg Ben Moon RAINSHADOW 9A Ben Moon: RAINSHADOW 9A drops you into the world of one of climbing’s most influential figures as he revisits the power, precision, and patience required at the very top end of sport climbing. In this short film from MoonClimbing, Moon’s approach to training and movement takes center stage, framed by the legacy of hard routes, Sheffield grit, and the mindset that helped define an era. What makes it worth your eight minutes is how much it packs into every scene: purposeful preparation, quiet intensity, and the kind of nuanced technique that separates “strong” from truly elite. Whether you’re a MoonBoard regular, a training nerd, or just love watching climbing legends at work, RAINSHADOW 9A delivers a focused hit of inspiration—and a reminder that getting better is equal parts grit, craft, and commitment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uV_oR2GSAb4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/uV_oR2GSAb4 2017-06-09T10:43:16.000Z 480 18148 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/uWZyvzzPXlU/adam-ondra-chaxiraxi-9b 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uWZyvzzPXlU/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra, Chaxiraxi, 9b Adam Ondra, Chaxiraxi, 9b drops you into the intense, razor-thin margins of cutting-edge sport climbing as Adam Ondra takes on the Spanish testpiece Chaxiraxi (9b). In under eleven minutes, this short film captures the focus, patience, and precision required when every move is at the limit and every mistake has consequences. What makes it worth watching is the pure, unfiltered feel of a hard redpoint: the quiet moments of composure, the sudden bursts of power, and the mental reset after each fight for progress. Whether you’re a grade-chaser or just love seeing what’s possible on stone, this is a fast, satisfying hit of elite climbing—an up-close look at commitment, control, and the thrill of sticking the crux when it counts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWZyvzzPXlU https://www.youtube.com/embed/uWZyvzzPXlU 2013-01-15T07:49:11.000Z 658 244662 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/u_j2HjG8Fao/the-classics-boulder-ep-3-dreamtime 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/u_j2HjG8Fao/hqdefault.jpg The Classics | Boulder EP#3 Dreamtime The Classics dives into one of bouldering’s most mythic milestones: Fred Nicole’s Dreamtime in Cresciano, Ticino. In this short episode from MAMMUT, you’re dropped into the story of a line that didn’t just raise the grade to 8C—it helped ignite a global bouldering boom, turning a quiet Swiss forest into a pilgrimage site for climbers chasing the next breakthrough. What makes this worth your five minutes is the sense of scale packed into a single problem: precision on tiny holds, the tension of committing to hard moves, and the ripple effect a bold first ascent can have on an entire sport. Whether you know the history or you’re discovering it for the first time, Dreamtime is a reminder of why “classic” climbs become legends—and why bouldering still feels like pure possibility on stone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_j2HjG8Fao https://www.youtube.com/embed/u_j2HjG8Fao 2017-07-06T08:29:38.000Z 339 62915 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/uaNXOgbXV1I/silence-premiere 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uaNXOgbXV1I/hqdefault.jpg Silence Premiere Silence Premiere brings you inside a rare evening with two climbing icons: Adam Ondra and Jerry Moffatt. It begins as a celebration and conversation—two generations of vision, grit, and craft—then rolls into the film chronicling the buildup to one of sport climbing’s defining moments: Ondra’s historic first ascent of Silence in Norway’s Hanshelleren Cave, the world’s first proposed 9c. What makes this worth your time is the mix of perspective and payoff. You get Moffatt’s hard-earned insight on performance, pressure, and progression, paired with Ondra’s obsessive process on a route that demanded a new standard of difficulty. Equal parts inspiration and masterclass, it’s a watch that captures how breakthroughs are forged—through patience, precision, and the willingness to commit when it finally counts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaNXOgbXV1I https://www.youtube.com/embed/uaNXOgbXV1I 2018-02-23T22:45:40.000Z 8057 143227 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ui0Zta10svE/five-ten-2014-jimmy-webb-the-magical-forest-of-fontainebleau-france 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ui0Zta10svE/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2014 | Jimmy Webb | The Magical Forest of Fontainebleau, France When relentless rain shuts down a Swiss bouldering trip, Jimmy Webb and friends pivot on a whim—driving six hours across Europe to the legendary sandstone maze of Fontainebleau, France. This short Five Ten film drops into the “magical forest” where endless blocs, classic circuits, and fresh discoveries turn a weather setback into a dream session, with the journey continuing toward the alpine backdrop of Chamonix. Worth watching for its quick-hit mix of travel stoke, focused bouldering, and that unmistakable Fontainebleau atmosphere: sun-dappled pines, textured rock, and the simple rhythm of climbing day after day. It’s a reminder of why climbers chase conditions, why places like Font never run out of problems, and how a spontaneous detour can become the highlight of an entire season. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ui0Zta10svE https://www.youtube.com/embed/ui0Zta10svE 2014-06-24T17:18:35.000Z 382 113495 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/uniQ0kQwdA8/jorg-verhoeven-free-climbs-the-nose-full-documentary 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uniQ0kQwdA8/hqdefault.jpg Jorg Verhoeven Free Climbs The Nose | Full Documentary In October 2014, Dutch climber Jorg Verhoeven set out on one of the most ambitious challenges in climbing history: a free ascent of The Nose on El Capitan in Yosemite Valley. Spanning 30 days of effort on the most iconic big wall route in the world, this full documentary follows his meticulous preparation, the physical and mental demands of the climb, and the pursuit of only the fifth free ascent ever completed on this legendary 3,000-foot granite masterpiece. With narration from legends Tommy Caldwell and Lynn Hill, two of the most accomplished free climbers ever to tackle El Capitan, this film goes beyond the send — it dives into what makes The Nose so brutally difficult and why so few climbers have ever freed it. A deeply personal story of determination, sacrifice, and passion, this is essential viewing for anyone who has ever been moved by the vertical world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uniQ0kQwdA8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/uniQ0kQwdA8 2023-02-06T17:00:39Z 1529 415004 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/ur0cKWnULwc/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-5 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ur0cKWnULwc/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #5 Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #5 drops you into Adam Ondra’s November 2018 journey across iconic climbing zones in the USA and Chile, with the camera rolling as the road miles give way to big-wall ambition. In just a few minutes, the episode builds toward a defining objective: Ondra stepping onto the legendary Salathé, chasing the razor-thin line between preparation and the unknown that an onsight attempt demands. What makes this one worth your time is the immediacy—no long setup, just the first hours where nerves, route-finding, and commitment collide above the Valley. You’ll get a quick hit of Yosemite scale, Ondra’s focused intensity, and the kind of decision-making that separates “trying” from truly going for it, all captured with a crisp, on-the-move vlog energy that leaves you wanting the next pitch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ur0cKWnULwc https://www.youtube.com/embed/ur0cKWnULwc 2018-11-25T10:56:58.000Z 219 123755 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/v-dzoWnhIXc/magic-wood-2017 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v-dzoWnhIXc/hqdefault.jpg Magic Wood 2017 Ryuichi Murai’s Magic Wood 2017 captures an 11-day summer bouldering trip to the legendary forest of granite blocs, where crisp movement and quiet focus meet long days of trying hard. In just under 20 minutes, the film follows a hit list of iconic problems—Piranha through Practice of the Wild—spanning everything from V10 to the cutting edge of V15, with the Magic Wood atmosphere as the constant backdrop. What makes this worth watching is the satisfying rhythm of real trip climbing: quick sessions, stubborn projects, and the shift from flowing attempts to full-commit crux battles on some of Europe’s most famous lines. It’s a compact dose of high-end bouldering—strong, technical, and motivating—perfect when you want pure movement, big grades, and that “one more go” feeling from your couch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-dzoWnhIXc https://www.youtube.com/embed/v-dzoWnhIXc 2017-08-25T09:52:11.000Z 1185 25435 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/v3xFFwu-3BY/giuliano-cameroni-fas-in-bavona 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v3xFFwu-3BY/hqdefault.jpg Giuliano Cameroni - FA's in Bavona Giuliano Cameroni - FA’s in Bavona drops you into the Ticino valleys, where granite blocs hide around every bend and every clean face feels like an invitation. In this punchy mellow session, Giuliano hunts down fresh lines in Bavona, brushes up virgin holds, dials the beta, and turns raw possibility into first ascents—stacking up a tick list that spans 7C+ through 8B+. What makes this one worth your time is the pure, simple joy of discovery: the quiet moments of searching and preparing, the tension of committing to untested sequences, and the satisfaction of sticking the crux when everything is still unknown. From Equal Rights (8A+) and Money Tree (8B) to Open Your Eyes (8B+) and more, it’s a fast hit of modern hard bouldering—beautiful rock, real effort, and that addictive feeling that the next corner might hold the next classic. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3xFFwu-3BY https://www.youtube.com/embed/v3xFFwu-3BY 2020-06-15T16:48:12Z 580 5126 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/v4TnitXGxkM/6-neil-greshams-masterclass-twistlock 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v4TnitXGxkM/hqdefault.jpg 6 Neil Greshams Masterclass - Twistlock In this bite-sized episode of Neil Gresham’s Masterclass, “Twistlock,” Neil breaks down a crucial steep-rock technique for climbing overhangs with smarter movement instead of brute force. Centered on straight-arm efficiency and body positioning, this lesson speaks to anyone who’s ever pumped out early and assumed they just weren’t strong enough. What makes this worth your time is how quickly it reframes the problem: if you’ve been muscling through roofs with mini pull-ups, you’re wasting energy. Neil shows how the twist-lock can shift the load away from your biceps and shoulders, helping you stay composed, conserve power, and move with intent on steeper terrain. It’s a simple adjustment that can unlock a big jump in endurance and confidence on overhangs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4TnitXGxkM https://www.youtube.com/embed/v4TnitXGxkM 2016-02-21T10:58:26.000Z 203 106622 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/v6ryzff1-xQ/cedar-wright-ivo-ninov-in-yosemite-cosa-nostra 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v6ryzff1-xQ/hqdefault.jpg Cedar Wright & Ivo Ninov in Yosemite: "Cosa Nostra" Step into Yosemite’s sunlit granite with Cedar Wright and Ivo Ninov in “Cosa Nostra,” a short, punchy segment drawn from the celebrated First Ascent series. In just under eleven minutes, the film drops you into the rhythm of bouldering and movement—chalk, focus, and that unmistakable Valley atmosphere where every problem feels like a tiny adventure. What makes this worth your time is the blend of personality and precision: two climbers with distinct styles, a location that needs no introduction, and a sequence that captures the simple thrill of trying hard on stone. Whether you come for Yosemite nostalgia, crisp bouldering inspiration, or a quick hit of motivation before your next session, “Cosa Nostra” delivers a tight dose of climbing joy that lingers after the final cut. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6ryzff1-xQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/v6ryzff1-xQ 2008-06-23T09:28:36.000Z 648 35457 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/v8Mqrtom6SA/bd-ambassador-kaddi-lehmann-climbing-kryptos-v15 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v8Mqrtom6SA/hqdefault.jpg BD Ambassador Kaddi Lehmann Climbing Kryptos (V15) Black Diamond Equipment follows ambassador Kaddi Lehmann on a singular mission: Kryptos, a razor-thin limestone seam in the Swiss Jura graded V15. What begins with the simple ritual of getting her old mountain bike rolling becomes a steady pilgrimage—mile after mile uphill to the boulder—until the real crux reveals itself: the internal work required to believe in the outcome before the rock will ever allow it. In just over six minutes, this film distills the intensity of high-end bouldering into something intimate and relatable. You’ll see the quiet repetition, the doubt, and the small breakthroughs that build toward a moment where power is only part of the equation. If you love climbing stories that put mindset, motivation, and joy at the center—and still deliver the sting of a V15 effort—Kaddi’s journey on Kryptos is a sharp, inspiring watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8Mqrtom6SA https://www.youtube.com/embed/v8Mqrtom6SA 2020-04-28T14:06:32.000Z 386 25978 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/vC8Yci1lXOE/keep-it-real-2-catching-bouldering-vibes-in-fontainebleau-arc-teryx-no-wasted-da 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vC8Yci1lXOE/hqdefault.jpg Keep It Real 2 | Catching Bouldering Vibes in Fontainebleau | Arc’teryx No Wasted Days Keep It Real 2 is Arc'teryx's love letter to the soul of bouldering, set against the timeless sandstone of Fontainebleau forest. A crew of high-end competition climbers — including Ashima Shiraishi, Jim Pope, Holly Toothill, and Kieran Forrest — trade the pressure of the competition circuit for the quiet magic of Font's iconic forest, rediscovering what drew them to climbing in the first place. In a world increasingly fixated on grades and performance metrics, this film is a breath of fresh air. It captures laughter, exploration, and the simple joy of moving on rock without an agenda — a reminder that bouldering, at its core, is about feeling and connection, not just numbers on a scorecard. Beautifully shot and genuinely heartfelt, Keep It Real 2 is essential viewing for any climber who's ever needed to remember why they started. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vC8Yci1lXOE https://www.youtube.com/embed/vC8Yci1lXOE 2024-07-18T16:15:08Z 804 304798 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/vDm_9J8REfY/kintsugi-v15-and-the-nest-v15-keenan-takahashi 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vDm_9J8REfY/hqdefault.jpg Kintsugi (V15) and The Nest (V15) - Keenan Takahashi Kintsugi (V15) and The Nest (V15) follows Keenan Takahashi into the sandstone corridors of Red Rocks as he takes on two iconic, life-list boulders. In 2018, he ticks The Nest in January—his first V15—then returns later in the year to complete the arc with Kintsugi, turning a season of attempts into a concise story of progression, patience, and precision. This short film is worth your time for its focus and atmosphere: high-stakes bouldering without the noise, where every move feels earned and every reset carries intention. With clean editing, additional angles that sharpen the sense of height and commitment, and a steady musical pulse underneath, it captures the quiet intensity of hard climbing—those moments when doubt is loud, friction is everything, and a single sequence can define a trip. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vDm_9J8REfY https://www.youtube.com/embed/vDm_9J8REfY 2019-01-28T16:04:47.000Z 322 123369 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/vIm8saj4Cr8/now-thats-what-i-call-a-first-ascent-ep5-the-groove-e10-james-pearson 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vIm8saj4Cr8/hqdefault.jpg Now That's What I Call a First Ascent - EP5 - The Groove, E10, James Pearson Hot Aches Productions drops in on James Pearson’s “The Groove,” an eye-catching gritstone testpiece that blends balletic movement with hard trad reality. In this episode of Now That’s What I Call a First Ascent, we revisit Pearson’s 2008 first ascent and the lingering mystique around a line that, years later, still feels unfinished in the wider climbing story. What makes this one essential is the combination of pure aesthetics and high-pressure decision-making: technical sequences, subtle body positions, and the kind of commitment that grit demands when the crux arrives above marginal protection. It’s a short hit of UK trad intensity—equal parts history lesson and inspiration—that will leave you scanning the rock for hidden holds and wondering who’ll be bold enough to settle the score. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIm8saj4Cr8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/vIm8saj4Cr8 2016-04-06T10:16:08.000Z 368 67464 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/vVXdC-PY-nw/chris-sharma-the-legacy-continues 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vVXdC-PY-nw/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma: The Legacy Continues Chris Sharma: The Legacy Continues is a fast, high-voltage portrait of one of climbing’s most influential athletes, capturing the momentum of a career that redefined what “hard” could mean. From prodigy beginnings to headline ascents like Jumbo Love, Sharma’s story unfolds as more than a list of grades—it’s a glimpse into the mindset and lifestyle of someone who keeps pushing even after reaching the top of the sport. Worth watching for its pure stoke and sense of scale, this short film distills a decade of progression into a punchy ride through steep limestone, bold ambition, and the everyday rhythm of training, traveling, and trying again. With Spain’s crags as a playground and big goals always on the horizon, it’s an inspiring reminder that legacy isn’t something you inherit—it’s something you build, one attempt at a time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVXdC-PY-nw https://www.youtube.com/embed/vVXdC-PY-nw 2010-01-28T22:34:07.000Z 177 785126 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/vffob8zj32E/escalade-d-vers-patrick-b-rhault 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vffob8zj32E/hqdefault.jpg Escalade Dévers (Patrick Bérhault) Escalade Dévers is a short, atmospheric glimpse of Patrick Bérhault climbing in the Alpes-Maritimes at the Baou de Saint-Jeannet in 1981, alongside Georges Unia. Captured with an unhurried eye, the film lets the rock, the movement, and the era speak for themselves—an intimate window into a place and a moment that helped shape modern French climbing. What makes it so rewarding is the simplicity: no hype, just pure climbing craft. Bérhault’s ease on steep terrain is mesmerizing, a lesson in balance, footwork, and quiet confidence that still feels fresh decades later. Whether you’re here for history, inspiration, or the pleasure of watching a master make difficulty look effortless, this is 25 minutes you’ll want to savor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vffob8zj32E https://www.youtube.com/embed/vffob8zj32E 2017-09-08T08:23:32.000Z 1510 49682 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/vsxpqsYqzX0/the-high-route-the-north-face 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vsxpqsYqzX0/hqdefault.jpg The High Route | The North Face In The High Route, trail runners Kaytlyn Gerbin and Jenny Abegg take on an audacious objective: a brutally rugged, mixed-alpine traverse through Washington’s North Cascades, chasing a time that turns a legendary multi-week journey into a fast, committed push. This film is worth watching for the raw rhythm of an endurance mission in serious terrain—long days, constant route decisions, and the mental steadiness it takes to keep moving when the mountains stop cooperating. It’s a tight, high-stakes adventure where partnership, precision, and grit matter as much as fitness. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsxpqsYqzX0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/vsxpqsYqzX0 2023-02-28T16:00:07Z 1047 709689 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/vv8ItH33KrE/jude-spanken-climbing-lord-of-the-flies 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vv8ItH33KrE/hqdefault.jpg Jude Spanken climbing Lord Of The Flies Jude Spanken climbing Lord Of The Flies is a short, punchy Hot Aches Productions clip from Wales that drops you straight into the headspace of trad climbing on a serious line. In under six minutes, it follows Jude as he commits to the moves, manages the gear, and keeps it together when the rock demands calm, precision, and nerve. What makes it worth watching is the stripped-back intensity: no filler, just the rhythm of real trad—route-finding, controlled breathing, and those moments where the next placement or sequence decides everything. If you love Welsh rock, bold leads, and the quiet satisfaction of solving steep, committing climbing one move at a time, this is a perfect hit of psych. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vv8ItH33KrE https://www.youtube.com/embed/vv8ItH33KrE 2011-04-01T13:12:15.000Z 356 45580 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/vxzFoFyvCjo/e11-top-rope 1970-01-15 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vxzFoFyvCjo/hqdefault.jpg E11 Top Rope E11 Top Rope drops you onto the sharp end of Scottish trad intensity with Hot Aches Productions, featuring Dave MacLeod on the legendary line Rhapsody at Dumbarton. In this bite-sized excerpt from the E11 film, you get a close look at the movement, the focus, and the sheer scale of what “hard” means when the rock is steep, technical, and uncompromising—even with a rope above. It’s worth watching for the raw, no-nonsense snapshot of commitment: precise climbing, real falls, and the mental battle that defines cutting-edge trad. Fast, punchy, and loaded with atmosphere, this clip captures the tension and excitement of pushing limits on one of climbing’s most iconic testpieces. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxzFoFyvCjo https://www.youtube.com/embed/vxzFoFyvCjo 2010-03-11T06:37:47.000Z 161 6698 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/w4rza3j14MQ/33-fingerboards 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/w4rza3j14MQ/hqdefault.jpg 33 Fingerboards Neil Gresham’s “33 Fingerboards” is a quick-hit masterclass on hangboard training—one of climbing’s most effective (and most misunderstood) tools for building finger strength, arm engagement, and upper-body resilience. In just under two minutes, it introduces the basics of fingerboard use and arm isolation work, aimed squarely at climbers who are new to structured training. What makes it worth watching is how fast it gets to the point: clear focus, no fluff, and a practical mindset that encourages smart, supportive strength gains rather than reckless maxing out. If you’ve ever wondered how hangboarding fits into real climbing improvement, this is an easy starting line—perfect to watch before a session, then carry straight into a safer, more purposeful routine. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4rza3j14MQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/w4rza3j14MQ 2016-02-21T14:27:01.000Z 97 18426 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wFJV2Rt4Ya8/steve-mcclure-climbs-nightmayer-e8-climb 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wFJV2Rt4Ya8/hqdefault.jpg Steve McClure climbs Nightmayer (E8) climb Steve McClure climbs Nightmayer follows one of Britain’s most respected climbers as he takes on Nightmayer (E8 6c) at Dinas Cromlech in Llanberis Pass, Snowdonia. Filmed by Keith Sharples for teamBMC, this short piece captures the atmosphere of a historic ascent: in 2019 McClure made the first-ever onsight of this hard, complex and committing trad line. It’s worth watching for the rare mix of calm precision and real consequence that high-end onsight climbing demands. You’ll get a close look at how a master reads gear, manages uncertainty, and keeps moving when every decision matters—set against the iconic, steep walls of the Cromlech. Supported by Petzl and BMC TV, it’s a tight, gripping reminder of why trad climbing at this level is as much about composure as it is about strength. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFJV2Rt4Ya8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/wFJV2Rt4Ya8 2020-05-11T14:19:35Z 434 7268 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wGVio6sGYXw/black-mountain-bouldering-the-austrian-point-of-view 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wGVio6sGYXw/hqdefault.jpg Black Mountain Bouldering - The Austrian Point of View Black Mountain Bouldering - The Austrian Point of View follows a visiting Austrian climber’s deep dive into one of Southern California’s most underrated bouldering destinations. Newly arrived for an eight-month stay, he trades the famous names—Bishop and Yosemite—for the dark stone, sharp angles, and subtle movement of “Black,” capturing the place that surprised him most and sharing that first-hand impression in a focused, 51-minute tour. What makes this film a standout is the mix of high-end difficulty and authentic discovery: a fast-paced string of hard sends, flashes, and quick second-go ascents that span everything from V7 to V12, with marquee problems like Raison d’Etre, Dark Horse, and Tour de France anchoring the session. Expect crisp, technical bouldering—crimps, aretes, roofs, and overhangs—paired with the simple satisfaction of watching a strong climber read rock quickly, commit fully, and turn an unfamiliar area into a personal favorite. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGVio6sGYXw https://www.youtube.com/embed/wGVio6sGYXw 2017-04-22T22:03:52.000Z 3073 8680 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wIwd2alHiC0/patrick-berhault-metamorfosi 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wIwd2alHiC0/hqdefault.jpg Patrick Berhault - Metamorfosi Patrick Berhault - Metamorfosi is a short, atmospheric portrait of legendary French climber Patrick Berhault, drawn from the “Land der Berge” broadcast and preserved here from a VHS-era copy. In under sixteen minutes, it invites you into Berhault’s world of free climbing—where movement, rock, and mindset merge into something quieter than a conquest and more personal than a performance. Worth watching for its raw, time-capsule feel, Metamorfosi captures an uncluttered kind of climbing: textured stone, focused breathing, and a climber who treats each sequence as a conversation rather than a fight. It’s a reminder of why climbing films endure even without polish—because a great ascent isn’t just about difficulty, but about transformation, and the strange calm you can only find when you commit completely to the wall. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIwd2alHiC0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/wIwd2alHiC0 2014-03-08T18:54:04.000Z 959 15075 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wKYFCvp41RI/mind-control 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wKYFCvp41RI/hqdefault.jpg mind control Mind Control follows Nina Caprez on the sunlit walls of Oliana as she takes on the route that shares the film’s name. Filmed by Cédric Lachat, this short, focused ascent captures the calm intensity of a top climber moving through steep limestone—reading sequences, committing to razor-edged holds, and keeping her head clear when the climbing gets thin. What makes it worth watching is the way it turns a hard sport climb into a lesson in precision and composure. You’ll feel the rhythm of controlled breathing, the subtle body positioning that saves energy, and the split-second decisions that separate hesitation from flow. If you love crisp movement, real attempts, and that electric moment when doubt gives way to commitment, Mind Control delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKYFCvp41RI https://www.youtube.com/embed/wKYFCvp41RI 2012-02-29T12:07:50.000Z 1304 35366 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wPXSFVruIHI/the-north-face-presents-lhotse 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wPXSFVruIHI/hqdefault.jpg The North Face Presents: Lhotse In The North Face Presents: Lhotse, follow iconic ski mountaineer Hilaree Nelson and partner Jim Morrison as they travel into the thin air of the Himalaya with a singular goal: to link vision, grit, and precision on Lhotse, the world’s fourth-highest mountain. Set against towering faces and unforgiving exposure, this short film captures the mindset behind an audacious objective—culminating in their 2018 first ski descent from 27,940 feet. What makes this story resonate is how it balances high-stakes adventure with quiet honesty about purpose: not just what it takes to reach the top, but why anyone chooses to push into places where mistakes are final. With crisp cinematography, intimate moments under pressure, and the raw scale of Lhotse as a constant presence, it’s a fast, inspiring watch for anyone drawn to big mountains, committed partnerships, and the thin line between fear and focus. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPXSFVruIHI https://www.youtube.com/embed/wPXSFVruIHI 2019-10-15T16:00:11.000Z 1381 1977304 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wS1uiMMUSq4/grimpeurs-film-integrale-edizione-italiana 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wS1uiMMUSq4/hqdefault.jpg GRIMPEURS - FILM INTEGRALE (Edizione Italiana) GRIMPEURS – FILM INTEGRALE (Edizione Italiana) revisits one of the most haunting chapters in Alpine history: the 1961 attempt on Mont Blanc’s formidable Frenéy Central Pillar. From Courmayeur to the tiny bivouac of the Fourche, the story follows Walter Bonatti and his Italian partners as their path converges with a French team equally determined to solve the mountain’s last great problem. United by ambition and necessity, the climbers push upward—until a sudden storm seals them high on the wall, turning a summit bid into a fight to endure. This is essential viewing for anyone drawn to the raw truth of alpinism: commitment beyond retreat, weather that rewrites every plan, and the thin line between triumph and tragedy. The film builds tension with a measured, human focus on decision-making, partnership, and the cost of “almost there,” letting the mountain’s scale and indifference speak for itself. If you love big-wall history and the legends who shaped it, Grimpeurs delivers a gripping, sobering tribute that stays with you long after the credits. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wS1uiMMUSq4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/wS1uiMMUSq4 2019-08-02T22:58:06.000Z 5185 18653 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wSqrOD7jZcU/keenan-takahashi-fires-monkey-wedding-v15-8c 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wSqrOD7jZcU/hqdefault.jpg Keenan Takahashi fires Monkey Wedding V15/8C! 🐒🎩 Keenan Takahashi fires up Rocklands with a lightning-fast hit on Monkey Wedding, Fred Nicole’s iconic V15/8C dream line. In this short FrictionLabs feature, you drop straight into the send psych as Keenan dials in the movement, commits, and delivers a clean, confident finish on one of South Africa’s most sought-after boulders. It’s worth watching for the pure, concentrated intensity: crisp rock texture, precise body tension, and that unmistakable moment when hesitation disappears and everything clicks. Whether you’re a V-grade nerd, a Rocklands fan, or just chasing motivation for your next session, this clip is a tight shot of elite bouldering at its best—quick, loud, and seriously satisfying. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSqrOD7jZcU https://www.youtube.com/embed/wSqrOD7jZcU 2019-10-21T22:22:21.000Z 148 11753 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wUHuxJPttXk/drew-ruana-redpointing-the-assassin-5-14d-9a-at-smith-rocks-or 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wUHuxJPttXk/hqdefault.jpg Drew Ruana redpointing "The Assassin" 5.14d/9a at Smith Rocks, OR At Smith Rock’s Aggro Gully, 16-year-old Drew Ruana takes on a long-whispered line and turns local legend into reality. This film follows his redpoint of The Assassin—an ambitious linkup of Repeat Offender, Villain, and White Wedding—proposed at 5.14d/9a and poised to be the hardest route in the park. What makes it so gripping is the blend of history and pure execution: a route known for years as the “Triple Link,” now tested move by move until it finally goes. Watch for the intensity of Smith’s style—powerful sequences, thin rests, and the kind of precision that only shows up when everything is on the line—plus the extra intrigue of how The Assassin compares to the unrepeated Shock and Awe, sharing the same bottom but demanding its own unique finish. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUHuxJPttXk https://www.youtube.com/embed/wUHuxJPttXk 2016-05-27T20:23:49.000Z 1467 29048 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wUb3JOw5SjE/petzl-roctrip-2014-ep2-bulgaria-vratsa-karlukovo-vertical-video 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wUb3JOw5SjE/hqdefault.jpg Petzl RocTrip 2014 #Ep2 - Bulgaria, Vratsa, Karlukovo - Vertical video Petzl RocTrip 2014 #Ep2 drops you into Bulgaria’s dramatic climbing heartland in a vertical-video sprint through Vratsa and Karlukovo. This short film captures a traveling base camp where big limestone, shifting weather, and a crew of world-class climbers collide—turning a stop on the RocTrip into an adventure that feels equal parts expedition and festival. What makes it worth your seven minutes is the atmosphere: raw, unfamiliar rock, a landscape that looks almost otherworldly, and the kind of camaraderie you only get when everyone’s chasing the same edges and sharing the same storms. With a stacked cast (including a lightning-fast appearance by Chris Sharma) and a soundtrack that keeps the momentum high, it’s a quick hit of inspiration that leaves you wanting to book a ticket, pack quickdraws, and join the good vibes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUb3JOw5SjE https://www.youtube.com/embed/wUb3JOw5SjE 2014-10-04T06:11:07.000Z 470 177873 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wZbuYRMq2qQ/five-ten-2014-dave-graham-adventures-in-oz 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wZbuYRMq2qQ/hqdefault.jpg Five Ten 2014 | Dave Graham | Adventures in Oz Five Ten 2014 | Dave Graham | Adventures in Oz follows elite boulderer Dave Graham into Australia’s Grampians, where ancient sandstone formations feel less like geology and more like something imagined. Through Graham’s eyes, the “bush” becomes a dream-state arena of electric hues, spiderweb quartz, and rail-cut faces—an otherworldly backdrop for modern bouldering at its purest. What makes this short film so watchable is its blend of high-level movement and genuine wonder: it’s not just about difficulty, but about the sensation of being somewhere that doesn’t quite seem real. Crisp climbing, hypnotic scenery, and an immersive soundtrack combine to capture that rare moment when exploration, artistry, and effort click into a single, unforgettable session. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZbuYRMq2qQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/wZbuYRMq2qQ 2014-03-03T07:06:20.000Z 589 210304 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/walNBP8AKr8/versace-on-the-floor 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/walNBP8AKr8/hqdefault.jpg Versace on the Floor In Versace on the Floor, Jimmy Webb and Daniel Woods drop into Brione, Switzerland to try a striking roof line called Versace—graded 8B/V13, maybe harder. In under five minutes, this mellow mini-film captures the focus, the footwork, and the patience it takes to turn a promising piece of stone into a first ascent, with Kevin Takashi Smith behind the camera and edit. It’s worth watching for the pure bouldering: steep movement, body tension, and that close-quarters “lick the wall” intimacy you only get on a roof. You’ll get a front-row seat to two of the best in the game working the details, matching power with precision, and letting the problem reveal itself—an ideal hit of inspiration when you want big climbing energy in a short, satisfying dose. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=walNBP8AKr8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/walNBP8AKr8 2020-03-09T22:17:24.000Z 297 52004 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wiyVynohIPM/a-day-with-pamela-shanti-pack-and-devin-fin 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wiyVynohIPM/hqdefault.jpg A Day with Pamela Shanti Pack and Devin Fin Step into a sun-baked “happy place” with FrictionLabs as pro climber Pamela Shanti Pack and athlete Devin Fin spend a day chasing new lines in Indian Creek, Utah, among the soaring sandstone walls of Bears Ears National Monument. Filmed by Nathaniel Davison, this short follows two of America’s most prolific trad climbers as they move through desert light, splitter cracks, and the quiet focus that comes with establishing first ascents. What makes this one worth your time is the feeling of being there: the unhurried rhythm of a climbing day, the small decisions that add up on gear-intensive crack routes, and the partnership and patience behind every attempt. It’s equal parts inspiring and grounding—beautiful scenery, real effort, and a clear reminder of why climbers return to the desert again and again. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiyVynohIPM https://www.youtube.com/embed/wiyVynohIPM 2018-01-24T17:45:07.000Z 655 71628 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wv6Ikg_3mQw/sonnie-trotter-5-12-solo-and-5-13-r-trad-climbing-in-squamish-canada-with-sideki 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wv6Ikg_3mQw/hqdefault.jpg Sonnie Trotter, 5.12 Solo, and 5.13 R Trad Climbing in Squamish, Canada, with sidekick Alex Honnold Cedar Wright’s “Captain Canada” is a quick, character-driven portrait of Sonnie Trotter in Squamish, British Columbia—one of Canada’s most accomplished trad climbers and an effortless presence on steep stone. With Alex Honnold along as the wide-eyed sidekick, the film drops into the rhythm of cracks, granite texture, and big-cliff pedigree as Sonnie steps up to serious climbing with the calm of someone who’s spent a lifetime earning it. What makes this short worth your time is the mix of charm and genuine edge: Sonnie soloing the 5.12 crack “Final Cut,” then launching straight into the “Lake of Fire,” a 5.13 R trad testpiece, with no warm-up and consequences baked into every move. It’s equal parts stoke and respect—an up-close reminder of how much composure, craft, and commitment live behind the grades, and why Squamish remains a proving ground for bold crack climbing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wv6Ikg_3mQw https://www.youtube.com/embed/wv6Ikg_3mQw 2020-04-28T18:27:24.000Z 348 7085 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/wyjyvBDSjOE/daniel-woods-bridge-of-ashes-8c-second-ascent 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wyjyvBDSjOE/hqdefault.jpg Daniel Woods Bridge of Ashes 8C Second Ascent Daniel Woods returns to Colorado granite for Bridge of Ashes (8C/V15), capturing the precision and power required for one of the state’s hardest boulders. Filmed by Cameron Maier in the Estes Park / RMNP zone, this short hit follows the second ascent effort—tight margins, high stakes, and the calm intensity that defines Woods when the moves get truly unforgiving. In just over four minutes, it delivers pure bouldering: subtle body positioning, skin-and-weather battles, and the kind of crux tension that makes every attempt feel final. If you love watching the best climbers turn micro-edges and bad holds into possibility—and want a quick dose of world-class difficulty without any filler—this is a must-play. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyjyvBDSjOE https://www.youtube.com/embed/wyjyvBDSjOE 2019-06-22T18:24:52Z 253 15143 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/x-ACI7nnd5g/pete-whittaker-climbs-e10-7a-headless-horseman-ar-te-sleepy-hollow 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/x-ACI7nnd5g/hqdefault.jpg Pete Whittaker climbs E10 7a Headless Horseman Arête, Sleepy Hollow Step into a bleak Staffordshire winter day as Pete Whittaker tackles Headless Horseman Arête at Sleepy Hollow on The Roaches’ gritstone—an audacious, long-standing project that had resisted attempts from many of the best. Sharing the opening and finish with Logical Progression but striking straight up the improbable blunt arête and nose, this short film captures the moment E10 arrives on Staffordshire grit, sealed by a desperate, bold, uncompromising lead. This is worth watching for its raw sense of consequence: the precision, composure, and commitment required when the moves are hard, the gear is earned, and hesitation has a price. It’s a bite-sized hit of trad climbing history and mentality—an ascent defined as much by nerve and conditions as by strength—made even more compelling by the film’s “only copy” feel, like you’re witnessing a rare document of a landmark gritstone breakthrough. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-ACI7nnd5g https://www.youtube.com/embed/x-ACI7nnd5g 2019-08-28T13:05:13.000Z 373 16601 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/x0FA7wEScS4/juliane-wurm-the-other-side-pt-1 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/x0FA7wEScS4/hqdefault.jpg Juliane Wurm "The Other Side" pt. 1 Juliane Wurm “The Other Side” pt. 1 is a fast, focused profile from Mad Rock that drops you into Juliane “Jule” Wurm’s bouldering world—where competition precision meets raw, outdoor problem-solving. Set against the iconic stone of Hueco Tanks and shaped with time-lapse and comp footage, it’s a short glimpse at what it takes to keep pushing when the next level feels just out of reach. What makes it worth your three minutes is the contrast: quiet patience between attempts, then sudden bursts of power, tension, and exact movement when it all comes together. The pacing and music keep it moving, but the real hook is watching an elite climber work the edges—testing sequences, trusting skin and balance, and committing to the “other side” of doubt where progress lives. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0FA7wEScS4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/x0FA7wEScS4 2017-04-20T15:18:39.000Z 182 90703 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/x2ef9WT9qsw/the-north-face-presents-night-moves 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/x2ef9WT9qsw/hqdefault.jpg The North Face presents "Night Moves" The North Face presents “Night Moves” drops into the warm, wild boulders of coastal Brazil, following Shawn Raboutou, Nina Williams, Giuliano Cameroni, and Daniel Woods on a trip defined by late-day sessions, focused attempts, and the electric pull of new lines. Filmed by Matty Hong, it’s a short, immersive look at what happens when world-class climbers meet unfamiliar stone in places like Ubatuba and Milho Verde—where every hold has to be learned, and every sequence earned. What makes Night Moves worth your time is its blend of atmosphere and intensity: the quiet build-up before an attempt, the precision of movement on the edge of possibility, and the shared momentum of a crew chasing first ascents and top-end grades. Whether you’re here for V15–V16 ambitions, the travel energy, or simply the satisfying rhythm of strong climbers solving hard problems, this film delivers the kind of motivation that lingers long after the final send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x2ef9WT9qsw https://www.youtube.com/embed/x2ef9WT9qsw 2019-10-21T17:57:03.000Z 1217 155178 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/x5QI6anqjww/petzl-roctrip-2014-ep5-bafa-lake-turkey 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/x5QI6anqjww/hqdefault.jpg Petzl RocTrip 2014 #Ep5 - Bafa Lake, Turkey Petzl RocTrip 2014 Episode 5 drops into the dreamlike landscape of Bafa Lake, Turkey—where ancient history meets a sprawling sea of granite and gneiss boulders beneath Mount Atmos. From the quiet village of Kapikiri and a rugged lakeside camp, the crew fans out with crash pads in tow, hunting lines across endless stone and turning this wild shoreline into a playground of problems. What makes this short episode so satisfying is its sense of place: the still water, the sun-warmed rock, and the feeling that every horizon hides another boulder worth trying. It’s a quick hit of pure bouldering energy—movement, exploration, and the simple joy of stumbling onto “one more” problem—backed by a soundtrack that keeps the momentum rolling from the first pad drop to the final send. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5QI6anqjww https://www.youtube.com/embed/x5QI6anqjww 2014-12-19T09:46:44.000Z 253 135032 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/x6LoXiGW1f4/adventure-unbound-with-brooke-raboutou 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/x6LoXiGW1f4/hqdefault.jpg Adventure Unbound with Brooke Raboutou Adventure Unbound with Brooke Raboutou follows the young climbing phenom at just 20 years old as she becomes the first American to qualify for the Olympics in sport climbing. Produced in partnership with the Matador Network, the short film offers an intimate look at Brooke's approach to the sport — shaped by the love and coaching of her mother — and her philosophy of learning through failure. What makes this film worth watching is its honest portrayal of the mental and emotional side of climbing. Brooke breaks down the concept of projecting — the painstaking, repetitive process of working a hard route until it finally goes — and reframes falling not as defeat but as the very engine of progress. It's a quick but genuinely inspiring watch for climbers and non-climbers alike. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6LoXiGW1f4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/x6LoXiGW1f4 2021-05-12T17:22:55Z 151 1024485 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/x9ds-NGfsec/girls-trip-brazil 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/x9ds-NGfsec/hqdefault.jpg Girls Trip: Brazil Join prAna ambassadors Olivia Hsu and Daila Ojeda on a vibrant journey through Brazil as they seek out fresh rock, new climbing zones, and the pulse of a place that’s equal parts wild landscape and living culture. Girls Trip: Brazil blends movement and exploration with a deeper purpose, following their time beyond the crag as they connect with underprivileged kids from local favelas and introduce them to the possibilities of climbing. What makes this short film hit is its balance of inspiration and stoke: sunlit stone, travel-energy friendship, and the simple joy of trying hard on real rock, paired with a thoughtful look at how climbing and yoga can build confidence, presence, and community. It’s a quick, feel-good watch with strong women at the center—equal parts adventure, mindfulness, and the kind of motivation that makes you want to get outside (and maybe unroll a yoga mat) right after. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9ds-NGfsec https://www.youtube.com/embed/x9ds-NGfsec 2013-11-22T00:27:35.000Z 474 110513 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xA1CSr3xNSk/tom-randall-2nd-ascent-appointment-with-death-e9-6c-wimberry-uk 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xA1CSr3xNSk/hqdefault.jpg Tom Randall 2nd ascent 'Appointment with Death', E9 6c, Wimberry, UK Tom Randall returns to Wimberry’s wild gritstone buttresses to make the long-awaited second ascent of “Appointment with Death” (E9 6c), a route so intimidating it stood unrepeated for around a decade. In this short film from WildCountryClimbing, you’ll watch Randall puzzle out the infamous pebble-pulling sequences on one of the UK’s most serious testpieces, where commitment matters as much as strength. What makes this worth your time is the blend of razor-thin margins and genuine climbing camaraderie: a day when conditions, timing, and mindset finally click, and the whole team feeds off the momentum of each success. It’s a snapshot of gritstone at its most compelling—bold moves above consequential ground, precise technique on unforgiving holds, and the quiet intensity that builds until the route finally lets go. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xA1CSr3xNSk https://www.youtube.com/embed/xA1CSr3xNSk 2013-08-21T15:34:35.000Z 292 71575 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xEjM5d5A23E/pretty-tall-daniel-woods-giuliano-cameroni-and-shawn-raboutou-in-rocklands 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xEjM5d5A23E/hqdefault.jpg Pretty Tall - Daniel Woods, Giuliano Cameroni and Shawn Raboutou in Rocklands As the Rocklands season comes alive, Pretty Tall drops you into a tight 15-minute burst of world-class bouldering with Daniel Woods, Giuliano Cameroni, and Shawn Raboutou. Set on South Africa’s iconic sandstone, the film tracks their sessions on some of the area’s most coveted testpieces, capturing the build-up, the problem-solving, and the quiet intensity that surrounds true top-end lines. What makes this one worth your time is the way it pairs jaw-dropping movement with the mental side of climbing: reading sequences, committing to razor-thin margins, and refining attempts until everything clicks. With highlights like the first ascent of The Smile (8c/V15) and repeats of The Finnish Line (8c/V15), it’s a front-row seat to power, precision, and persistence—equal parts inspiring and addictive to watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEjM5d5A23E https://www.youtube.com/embed/xEjM5d5A23E 2019-06-10T19:12:10.000Z 948 101075 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xLTb8Qu-DXY/chris-sharma-on-novena-enmienda-9a 1970-01-14 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xLTb8Qu-DXY/hqdefault.jpg Chris Sharma on "Novena enmienda" 9a+ Chris Sharma takes on “Novena enmienda” (9a+) in the steep, iconic Santa Linya cave in Spain—one of the world’s most famous arenas for power-endurance sport climbing. In this short clip from worklessclimbmore, you’ll see Sharma repeating the route originally opened by Dani Andrada, capturing a moment from the era when 9a+ was still rare air and every send felt like a statement. Worth watching for its raw, no-frills intensity, the video distills the essentials of elite climbing into 38 seconds: precision on vicious terrain, total commitment above the rope, and that unmistakable calm that separates the best from the rest. Whether you’re here for Sharma, for Santa Linya’s overhanging theater, or simply for a quick hit of motivation, it’s a compact reminder of why hard routes—and the people who chase them—keep pulling us back. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLTb8Qu-DXY https://www.youtube.com/embed/xLTb8Qu-DXY 2007-12-09T13:38:10.000Z 38 380581 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xPgeqHgE_ww/the-lost-valley 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xPgeqHgE_ww/hqdefault.jpg The Lost Valley In The Lost Valley, Arc’teryx drops you into the wild edges of Patagonia as a small team heads off the grid toward Argentina’s Turbio Valley, where the approach is as committing as the climbing. With Paul McSorley, Will Stanhope, Marc-André Leclerc, and Matt van Biene chasing a line called La Vuelta de los Condores (5.11 A2), the film follows the question every expedition eventually asks: where does a journey truly begin—and what does it take to see it through? This is worth watching for its mix of raw consequence and quiet resolve: shifting weather, long days, and the kind of decision-making you can’t edit out when the stakes rise with every pitch. Tight, immersive camerawork turns remote stone into something immediate, capturing the tension between ambition and humility that defines big-wall adventure—and reminding you why the unknown still pulls climbers back, again and again. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPgeqHgE_ww https://www.youtube.com/embed/xPgeqHgE_ww 2014-04-22T17:37:43.000Z 796 266739 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xPuOkeGAWzs/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-17 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xPuOkeGAWzs/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #17 Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #17 drops you into Adam Ondra’s November 2018 travel diary as he and his crew chase rock across the Americas, landing in Chile’s Valle de los Cóndores for a day among some of the most striking stone on the continent. In this episode, Adam heads deeper into the valley toward the remote sector known as La Carcel, hunting an unclimbed line and the promise of a true first ascent: Conjugal Visit (8c). What makes this one worth your four minutes is its pure, focused intensity—no long setup, just the pull of exploration, the feel of wild terrain, and the quiet pressure of trying something that’s never been done. You’ll get the satisfying mix of travel atmosphere and high-level effort: reading rock, committing to sequences, and watching a world-class climber turn an unknown wall into a new route with composure and urgency. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPuOkeGAWzs https://www.youtube.com/embed/xPuOkeGAWzs 2019-02-02T08:25:44.000Z 291 60626 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xRObAubsRXs/12-boulder-problems-from-rocklands-8a-and-up-by-guillaume 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xRObAubsRXs/hqdefault.jpg 12 Boulder Problems from Rocklands, 8a and up by Guillaume! Guillaume Glarion-Mondet heads to South Africa’s sandstone playground of Rocklands and turns a recent trip into a tight, high-intensity showcase: 12 boulder problems at 8a and above. Published on Mad Rock, this short film is all about hard sequences on iconic blocs—power, precision, and commitment—set against the stark beauty of Rocklands’ orange rock and open horizons. What makes it worth your couch time is the density: nearly every minute delivers a new crux, a new style, and a new lesson in how elite boulderers solve the unsolvable. Expect sharp movement, bold top-outs, and the kind of problem-to-problem momentum that keeps you locked in—perfect fuel when you want inspiration, beta-by-osmosis, or just a hit of Rocklands grit without leaving home. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRObAubsRXs https://www.youtube.com/embed/xRObAubsRXs 2016-03-31T19:13:23.000Z 658 36758 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xRmw4CqT5OM/hold-fast-hold-true-e10-7a-dave-macleod-ground-fall 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xRmw4CqT5OM/hqdefault.jpg Hold Fast , Hold True E10 7a - Dave Macleod ground fall Hold Fast, Hold True captures a heart-in-mouth moment from Hot Aches Productions’ film Transition, as Dave MacLeod attempts the bold British trad testpiece “Hold Fast, Hold True” at E10. Shot in the context of showing Natalie Berry what the sharp end of cutting-edge trad can look like, the clip follows Dave pushing into the upper limits of control where commitment, precision, and consequence are inseparable. What makes this worth watching is its raw honesty: no hype, just the reality of trying hard on dangerous terrain and what can happen when things don’t go to plan. In just a few minutes you get a concentrated hit of elite movement, high-stakes decision-making, and the sobering physics of a ground fall—an unforgettable reminder of why E-grades carry a different kind of weight. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRmw4CqT5OM https://www.youtube.com/embed/xRmw4CqT5OM 2019-05-24T10:45:11.000Z 253 26232 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xXHPAIwJvhM/the-schengen-files-full-movie 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xXHPAIwJvhM/hqdefault.jpg The Schengen Files - Full Movie The Schengen Files follows Paul Robinson on a three-month climbing pilgrimage through Europe, tracing his days on the legendary sandstone of Fontainebleau, France and the steep, powerful blocs of Ticino, Switzerland. Shot as an early passion project and personal journal, it captures a young filmmaker-climber documenting the pursuit of limit bouldering inside the borders of the Schengen Union—raw, honest, and driven by pure motivation to get outside and try hard. What makes this film worth your time is the unfiltered psyche: long sessions, travel grit, and the simple obsession of coming back for one more attempt. You’ll get a tour of iconic hard problems and the atmosphere that makes these areas feel like climbing meccas, with a focus on intensity over polish. If you love seeing real progress, big efforts, and the mindset behind hard climbing, this short full-movie hit is an easy, inspiring watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXHPAIwJvhM https://www.youtube.com/embed/xXHPAIwJvhM 2018-08-06T16:15:01.000Z 1299 12194 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xZEgeaAY0cA/shoshala-english 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xZEgeaAY0cA/hqdefault.jpg Shoshala (English) Shoshala follows a small team deep into India’s Kinnaur region as they return to an imposing big wall first spotted in 2010, intent on carving a new line to a 4,700-meter summit. With Elie Chevieux, Yannick Boissenot, and Mammut Proteam climber Giovanni Quirici working from a remote base camp, the expedition becomes a race against altitude, logistics, and a fickle mountain forecast—where weeks of waiting can hinge on a handful of climbable days. What makes this film gripping is its blend of high-stakes big-wall climbing and raw expedition reality: a 700-meter route, hard free-climbing cruxes, and the relentless pressure of limited weather windows. Beyond the technical challenge, Shoshala carries real emotional weight as a tribute to Giovanni Quirici, capturing the quiet camaraderie, determination, and vulnerability that define alpine objectives when everything has to come together at once. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZEgeaAY0cA https://www.youtube.com/embed/xZEgeaAY0cA 2011-12-01T07:24:49.000Z 1869 205602 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xZYAvHcQ-eo/uncut-ashima-shiraishi-flashing-lethal-design-v12-8a 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xZYAvHcQ-eo/hqdefault.jpg Uncut: Ashima Shiraishi flashing "Lethal Design" V12/8A+ Ashima Shiraishi steps up to a Las Vegas bouldering classic in this crisp “Uncut” session from mellow, flashing Lethal Design (V12/8A+) with the calm precision that’s made her one of the sport’s most compelling talents. In just a few minutes, the film drops you straight into the attempt—no distractions, no filler—just pure movement on a storied line. What makes this worth watching is the clarity: you get to see how top-level bouldering can look effortless while still demanding total commitment, from the first controlled positions to the decisive finish. It’s a quick hit of inspiration and a masterclass in composure—perfect when you want to reset your standards, study efficient execution, and feel that surge of motivation to go try something that scares you a little. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZYAvHcQ-eo https://www.youtube.com/embed/xZYAvHcQ-eo 2020-05-20T20:05:56Z 264 10720 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xcBuV2jlavc/shawn-raboutou-v16-first-ascent-big-z 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xcBuV2jlavc/hqdefault.jpg Shawn Raboutou V16 First Ascent: "Big Z" Shawn Raboutou puts down one of the hardest boulder problems in North America with the first ascent of "Big Z" — a V16 hidden in the granite landscape of Lake Tahoe. With support and filming from Jimmy Webb, this short but powerful film documents the process and the send of a historic new addition to the world's hardest boulder problems. What makes this film compelling is the raw focus and precision required to operate at the V16 level, and watching Raboutou execute on a problem of his own creation. This is a rare look at a climber pushing the limits of what's possible on rock, making it essential viewing for anyone passionate about the cutting edge of bouldering. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcBuV2jlavc https://www.youtube.com/embed/xcBuV2jlavc 2021-08-20T16:00:38Z 417 226041 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xeDECxrxUnE/climbing-the-americas-road-trip-vlog-10 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xeDECxrxUnE/hqdefault.jpg Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #10 Climbing The Americas (Road Trip) - vlog #10 drops you into Adam Ondra’s November 2018 road trip as he and his crew chase iconic climbing destinations across the USA and Chile. In this episode, the journey funnels into Smith Rock, where Adam sets his sights on one of the sport climbing world’s most storied lines: Alan Watts’ legendary Just Do It (5.14c/8c+), with the route’s originator on hand to witness the attempt. What makes this short vlog punch above its runtime is the mix of history, pressure, and pure on-sight commitment—no rehearsal, just decision-making on the fly. You’ll get the tension of a real try on a benchmark route, the atmosphere of a true climbing pilgrimage, and the satisfying contrast between modern performance and an ’80s masterpiece that still commands respect. If you love seeing top-level skill meet unknown terrain, this one’s a quick, memorable hit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeDECxrxUnE https://www.youtube.com/embed/xeDECxrxUnE 2018-12-23T15:00:37.000Z 402 63105 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/xp-v8BBT_t4/seb-bouins-epic-ascent-of-patanics-9b-rodellar 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xp-v8BBT_t4/hqdefault.jpg Seb Bouin's Epic Ascent Of Patanics, 9b, Rodellar Seb Bouin’s Epic Ascent Of Patanics, 9b, Rodellar follows one of sport climbing’s most exciting talents as he takes on an infamous 60-metre steep link-up in Spain’s canyon paradise. On a packed October trip to Rodellar, Bouin goes for the first repeat of Patanics, a mega-route built from Pata Negra (8c), the crux of No Pain No Gain (9a+), and the finale of Botanics (8b+), demanding endurance, precision, and total commitment on relentlessly overhanging stone. What makes this short film so gripping is how clearly it captures the full reality behind a 9b: not just power and perfection, but problem-solving under pressure when conditions turn against you. Wet holds, fragile momentum, and an injury scare that sends Bouin to the ER raise the stakes, while the process of dialing in the right beta becomes its own battle. If you love seeing world-class climbing distilled into a focused burst of effort, resilience, and execution, this is eight minutes of pure inspiration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xp-v8BBT_t4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/xp-v8BBT_t4 2019-12-19T12:18:49.000Z 482 86031 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/y7eq3UTdd4E/vadim-and-irina-in-switzerland 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/y7eq3UTdd4E/hqdefault.jpg Vadim and Irina in Switzerland Vadim and Irina in Switzerland follows Vadim Timonov and Irina Kuzmenko on a crisp bouldering trip through two of the country’s most iconic zones, Ticino and Murgtal. In just under twelve minutes, they blend quiet travel energy with powerful climbing as they tick hard classics and zero in on a world-class project: Off the Wagon sit. What makes this one worth your time is how much elite movement it packs into a short, focused film—sharp attempts, patient projecting, and the satisfying rhythm of problems that demand everything from precision to pure power. With a hit list that includes Dreamtime (and Dreamtime stand), Ninja Skills, Boogalagga, Heritage, Entlinge, Arzak, and Story of Two Worlds, it’s a concentrated dose of Switzerland’s best lines—filmed and edited by the climbers themselves, with a clean, mellow feel that keeps the spotlight on the rock and the effort. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7eq3UTdd4E https://www.youtube.com/embed/y7eq3UTdd4E 2020-02-10T22:13:18.000Z 697 53586 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/y7wo6IwOyWc/everest-for-mountaineers-full-doc 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/y7wo6IwOyWc/hqdefault.jpg Everest for Mountaineers - Full Doc Everest for Mountaineers is a feature-length expedition documentary following Brendan Madden and Patrick McKnight as they train, travel, and commit to a 2018 push toward the highest summit on Earth from the Chinese side. More than a summit montage, it leans into the full arc of the objective: long preparation, hypoxic training, the logistics of base camp life, and the stark reality of moving and thinking in the death zone. If you like big-mountain process, decision-making under stress, and the pull of one more step upward, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7wo6IwOyWc https://www.youtube.com/embed/y7wo6IwOyWc 2021-05-20T02:57:48Z 7053 4121728 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/yITq60BZOz8/seb-bouins-journey-to-climb-la-rage-dadam-9b 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yITq60BZOz8/hqdefault.jpg Seb Bouin's Journey To Climb La Rage D'Adam 9b/+ Seb Bouin’s Journey To Climb La Rage D’Adam 9b/+ follows one of France’s most formidable sport climbers as he returns to his beloved Verdon Gorge for a four-year obsession: unlocking the fierce, cruxy overhang of La Rage D’Adam. With EpicTV alongside him, Seb’s quest traces the patience, setbacks, and razor-thin progress that go into turning an impossible line into a first ascent—and a proposed 9b/+. This is worth watching for the rare look at how elite climbing is really built: not just big attempts, but meticulous training, repeated rehearsal, and the mental grit required when every move feels like the limit. Set against dramatic limestone and steep power climbing, it’s a compact hit of motivation and insight—perfect if you love cutting-edge grades, the romance of a long-term project, or the quiet intensity behind a breakthrough. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yITq60BZOz8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/yITq60BZOz8 2020-02-04T13:29:47Z 608 125239 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/yMLmhlzgalg/cerro-torre-prima-invernale-spigolo-sud-est-1985 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yMLmhlzgalg/hqdefault.jpg Cerro Torre - Prima invernale spigolo Sud-Est - 1985 Travel back to Patagonia in “Cerro Torre - Prima invernale spigolo Sud-Est - 1985,” a short film from frankie’s mountain that revisits a formidable chapter in alpinism: the first winter ascent of Cerro Torre’s South-East Ridge. Set against the notorious winds and ice of the Torre massif, it centers on Salvaterra, Giarolli, Caruso, and Sarchi as they take on one of the most uncompromising spires in the world. What makes this worth watching is the blend of history and atmosphere—an unvarnished look at commitment when conditions are at their harshest and progress is earned pitch by pitch. In just over fourteen minutes, it captures the tension of winter climbing, the quiet focus of a tight team, and the stark beauty that makes Cerro Torre both a dream and a dare for generations of climbers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMLmhlzgalg https://www.youtube.com/embed/yMLmhlzgalg 2015-03-24T08:17:00.000Z 847 6532 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/yOQYlheOLy4/reel-rock-king-lines-part-2 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yOQYlheOLy4/hqdefault.jpg Reel Rock: King Lines, Part 2 Reel Rock: King Lines, Part 2 drops you into the sun-splashed sea cliffs of Spain as Chris Sharma continues his quest for a “king line” — the kind of climb that’s equal parts hardest and most beautiful. In just a few minutes, you’ll follow his search for the perfect sequence above the water, where every move feels amplified by the exposure, the waves below, and the razor-thin margin between commitment and hesitation. What makes this worth watching is the purity of it: bold, athletic climbing on sculpted stone, filmed with the kind of intimacy that lets you feel the rhythm of attempts and the tension before the crux. Whether you’re here for iconic routes, deep-water psychobloc energy, or simply to watch one of the sport’s great masters chase an impossible standard, this is a quick hit of inspiration that lingers long after the final splash. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOQYlheOLy4 https://www.youtube.com/embed/yOQYlheOLy4 2014-09-09T16:45:58.000Z 243 5710300 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/yOfYNX82_xw/nina-caprez-to-bolt-or-not-to-be 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yOfYNX82_xw/hqdefault.jpg Nina Caprez: To Bolt Or Not To Be In Nina Caprez: To Bolt Or Not To Be, Arc'teryx follows Swiss climber Nina Caprez to Smith Rock as she takes on “To Bolt Or Not To Be” (5.14a), a 40-meter ribbon of perfectly smooth, vertical stone. More than a send story, it’s a close look at the patience, precision, and stubborn optimism it takes to unlock a route that demands over a hundred choreographed moves. What makes this short film worth your nine minutes is how vividly it captures the real process behind a hard climb: dialing sequences, refining body positions, managing doubt, and returning again and again until the impossible starts to feel mapped. If you love sport climbing, high-end endurance, or simply watching commitment turn into clarity on the wall, this is a focused, motivating watch that stays with you after the last move. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOfYNX82_xw https://www.youtube.com/embed/yOfYNX82_xw 2017-11-29T17:22:03.000Z 542 124238 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/yQjhzLerc6w/frictionlabs-pro-alex-puccio-making-quick-work-of-evil-backwards-v13 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yQjhzLerc6w/hqdefault.jpg FrictionLabs Pro Alex Puccio making quick work of Evil Backwards, V13. FrictionLabs Pro Alex Puccio making quick work of Evil Backwards, V13 is a fast, high-impact bouldering highlight from FrictionLabs, filmed at Lincoln Lake, Colorado. In just over two minutes, Puccio steps up to a notoriously powerful line and does what she’s known for—locking in, committing fully, and topping out with the kind of calm precision that makes elite climbing look effortless. This is worth watching for the pure economy of movement: the brief setup, the instant problem-solving, and the satisfying surge of momentum when everything clicks. It’s a crisp dose of V13 intensity—strong pulls, controlled body tension, and that final push to the top—captured in a clean, no-frills style that lets the difficulty speak for itself and leaves you wanting to replay it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQjhzLerc6w https://www.youtube.com/embed/yQjhzLerc6w 2017-07-12T18:17:01.000Z 137 15954 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/yS63AdRSnl8/lynn-hill-on-the-nose 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yS63AdRSnl8/hqdefault.jpg Lynn Hill On The Nose Lynn Hill On The Nose is a compact, high-impact glimpse into one of climbing’s most iconic objectives: El Capitan’s Nose in Yosemite. Built around excerpts from Lynn Hill’s own process, it drops you into the days of working out sequences, dialing approach, and turning a legendary big-wall line into something that could be free climbed—capturing the focus and experimentation behind her 1994 push. What makes this worth watching is how clearly it shows the craft behind the history: movement by movement problem-solving, commitment on steep granite, and the quiet confidence it takes to keep coming back until the pieces fit. It’s inspiring without hype—part training session, part time capsule—reminding you that breakthroughs are earned in small, deliberate steps, and that precision and persistence can rewrite what’s possible on a wall. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yS63AdRSnl8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/yS63AdRSnl8 2013-09-30T17:09:11.000Z 431 285196 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/yhiyyiMllEc/storms-and-sunshine-in-albarracin 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yhiyyiMllEc/hqdefault.jpg storms and sunshine in Albarracin Storms and Sunshine in Albarracin drops you into two weeks of bouldering life in Albarracín, Spain, as changing weather and changing moods shape each day on the rock. With Jörg S., Chris S., Lukas P., and Iso G. appearing in sequence, BALLERN! PRODUKTIONS captures the rhythm of a trip: hunting conditions, moving between blocs, and piecing together problems across a wide spread of personal grades. What makes it worth watching is the honest, session-by-session feel—quick wins, stubborn battles, and the little cautions that only show up when you’re really there (sketchy top-outs, dirty holds, and the occasional “be careful” moment). Set to a driving soundtrack, it’s a compact hit of Albarracín atmosphere: crisp textures, committed movement, and that addictive mix of frustration and joy that turns bad weather into a story you’re glad to relive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhiyyiMllEc https://www.youtube.com/embed/yhiyyiMllEc 2015-09-22T12:08:44.000Z 2720 3973 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/yn7ocg9o8VI/chilam-balam 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yn7ocg9o8VI/hqdefault.jpg Chilam Balam Chilam Balam drops you into the sweeping, tufa-streaked ceiling of one of sport climbing’s most mythic endurance testpieces. Filmed in November 2015 and directed by David Lopez “Campe,” it follows Dani Andrada and Edu Marín as they take on the 85-meter line—235 moves of steep, stamina-draining climbing through a vast roof where every rest is earned and every sequence demands total commitment. What makes this short film hit is the scale of the challenge and the clarity of the mission: stay composed deep into the pump, keep the feet, keep the rhythm, and keep believing when the roof won’t let up. With supporting appearances from Francisco Marín “Novato,” Joe Kinder, and Pablo Scorza, plus a driving soundtrack that keeps the momentum high, Chilam Balam is a concentrated shot of world-class effort—perfect if you love long routes, brutal power-endurance, and the quiet intensity of climbers pushing into the next grade. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yn7ocg9o8VI https://www.youtube.com/embed/yn7ocg9o8VI 2015-12-01T09:20:09Z 845 101445 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/yoYjuLWggto/escalada-climb-dream-time-v15-chris-sharma 1970-01-14 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yoYjuLWggto/hqdefault.jpg Escalada / climb - Dream time ''v15'' Chris Sharma Chris Sharma turns a quiet session into a full-on statement in Escalada / climb - Dream time “v15”, taking on the legendary boulder problem Dreamtime in Cresciano. In under three minutes, you get a raw, close-up look at the focus, precision, and power it takes to commit to one of the most iconic hard lines ever climbed, captured in a simple, no-frills clip from Rafael Silva’s channel. This is worth watching for the purity of it: no distractions, just movement, tension, and the moment everything either clicks or slips. Whether you’re a boulderer chasing your next breakthrough or a fan who loves seeing climbing history in its most direct form, Sharma’s attempt on Dreamtime delivers that unmistakable mix of effort and elegance that keeps you replaying “just one more time.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoYjuLWggto https://www.youtube.com/embed/yoYjuLWggto 2007-06-11T21:56:55.000Z 168 615069 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/yvT7lAAA_aI/rock-trip-in-kinkasan 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yvT7lAAA_aI/hqdefault.jpg Rock Trip in KINKASAN Join four world-class climbers—James Pearson, Caroline Ciavaldini, Yuji Hirayama, and Toru Nakajima—on a rock trip to Kinkasan in Fukushima, Japan. In this short film from THE NORTH FACE JAPAN, the crew trades routines for the road, chasing clean stone, new lines, and the simple pull of a destination that promises adventure. Rock Trip in KINKASAN is worth watching for its mix of strong partners, unfamiliar terrain, and the quiet details that make a day on the rock memorable: route-finding, shared beta, committed moves, and the satisfaction that comes when everything clicks. Whether you’re here for the personalities, the travel vibe, or a quick shot of motivation to plan your own getaway, it’s an 11-minute reminder that the best climbing trips are about more than sending—they’re about the experience you bring home. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvT7lAAA_aI https://www.youtube.com/embed/yvT7lAAA_aI 2017-04-13T08:57:58.000Z 670 34562 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/z-vGBsgTiq8/andy-cave-and-gary-kinsey-climb-waterfall-gully-iv-4-on-ben-nevis 1970-01-16 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/z-vGBsgTiq8/hqdefault.jpg Andy Cave and Gary Kinsey climb Waterfall Gully (IV,4) on Ben Nevis Andy Cave and Gary Kinsey head into Scotland’s winter arena to climb Waterfall Gully (IV,4) on Ben Nevis. In this short Hot Aches Productions film, you get a fast, focused look at two seasoned climbers moving up a classic icy line in the build-up to “Climbing Night” at the Fort William Mountain Festival. It’s worth watching for the pure winter-climbing atmosphere: the bite of the cold, the rhythm of tools and crampons, and the calm efficiency that turns steep, frozen terrain into upward progress. Whether you’re an ice-climbing obsessive or just curious about what makes Ben Nevis such a proving ground, this quick hit delivers inspiration, stoke, and a taste of big mountain conditions in just over two minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-vGBsgTiq8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/z-vGBsgTiq8 2013-01-30T22:13:15.000Z 131 8090 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/z1d0s162f30/the-grand-illusion-v16-first-ascent 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/z1d0s162f30/hqdefault.jpg The Grand Illusion (V16) First Ascent The Grand Illusion follows Nathaniel Coleman and Drew Ruana as they throw themselves at a notorious American testpiece: the low start into Euro Roof in Little Cottonwood Canyon. With the legacy of Chris Sharma’s original line in the background, this is a session where power, patience, and precision have to align for anything to go. What makes it gripping is the mix of top-end difficulty and real-time problem solving—micro-adjustments, skin management, and the mental reset between attempts when the margin for error is basically zero. If you love seeing elite boulderers battle an “undone” project and slowly turn chaos into sequence, this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1d0s162f30 https://www.youtube.com/embed/z1d0s162f30 2020-08-04T17:34:28Z 816 395772 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/z7cSJ0g3kNo/catalan-witness-the-fitness-8b-dave-macleod 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/z7cSJ0g3kNo/hqdefault.jpg Catalan Witness the Fitness 8B+ Dave MacLeod Dave MacLeod drops into the steep caves of Catalunya to repeat Chris Sharma’s iconic “Catalan Witness the Fitness,” a power-endurance testpiece long whispered about for its intensity and difficulty. In just over four minutes, the film captures the essence of a modern sport climbing classic: a brutally physical line, a simple goal, and a climber known for turning hard routes into honest, methodical performances. It’s worth watching for the clarity of the effort—no gimmicks, just a close look at what it takes to link demanding sequences when everything is steep, pumpy, and on the edge of control. Whether you’re curious about the 8C-to-8B+ grading chatter or you simply want a concentrated hit of world-class movement, this is a quick, satisfying window into commitment, precision, and the kind of fitness that only caves can expose. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7cSJ0g3kNo https://www.youtube.com/embed/z7cSJ0g3kNo 2018-02-04T16:20:22.000Z 249 34682 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/zIOCIRd8Mxk/ryuichi-murai-floatin-v16-8c-fa 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zIOCIRd8Mxk/hqdefault.jpg Ryuichi Murai: "Floatin" (v16/8C+) FA Ryuichi Murai steps up to the cutting edge with "Floatin," his first ascent of The Launchpad Project in Mizugaki, Japan. It’s a short boulder, but every move is razor-specific—one of those problems where the difficulty is concentrated into a handful of brutally precise moments. What makes this film pop is the contrast: minimal length, maximum intensity. You get to watch a top-tier boulderer puzzle out movement that looks almost impossible, then bring it together with calm execution and commitment—an inspiring snapshot of how modern hard boulders are built, and how they’re solved. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zIOCIRd8Mxk https://www.youtube.com/embed/zIOCIRd8Mxk 2021-12-27T17:12:15Z 379 541753 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/zKm5FGNSAd0/adam-ondra-41-perfect-day-pu-meloun-8c-fa 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zKm5FGNSAd0/hqdefault.jpg Adam Ondra #41: Perfect Day - Pučmeloun 8C FA Adam Ondra #41: Perfect Day follows Adam Ondra into the Moravian Karst near Brno, Czech Republic, for a “perfect day” on rock: the first ascent of Pučmeloun (Watermelon) 8C. In just over six minutes, the film drops you right at the base of the problem in Sloup and stays focused on the pure act of bouldering—power, precision, and the calm intensity of a climber testing the absolute edge of what’s possible. What makes it worth watching is how little gets in the way. The pacing is lean, the camera work is close and honest, and the experience feels refreshingly old-school: fewer flashy cuts, less chatter, more time on the moves and the moment-by-moment battle. It’s a quick hit of high-level “climbing porn” in the best sense—raw effort, real emotion (and a bit of swearing), and the satisfaction of watching a hard line come to life under perfect conditions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKm5FGNSAd0 https://www.youtube.com/embed/zKm5FGNSAd0 2019-11-25T18:59:40.000Z 397 369235 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/zMC7dGCCztM/wideboys-crack-adventures-in-eastern-europe-with-pete-whittaker-and-tom-randall 1970-01-17 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zMC7dGCCztM/hqdefault.jpg Wideboys - Crack adventures in eastern Europe with Pete Whittaker and Tom Randall.... Wideboys – Crack adventures in eastern Europe follows Pete Whittaker and Tom Randall, the legendary Peak District duo known as the Wide Boyz, as they travel to Poland and the Czech Republic in search of steep, beautiful sandstone towers and the kind of crack climbing that never lets you relax. Far from their home turf, they’re forced to adapt fast: local ethics strip away familiar comforts, with no metal protection and no chalk, turning every pitch into a problem-solving exercise where commitment matters as much as technique. What makes this short film so satisfying is watching world-class crack specialists get pushed outside their usual playbook. Between sweltering heat, insecure sandstone, and the mental gymnastics of protecting climbs with knotted ropes, the adventure becomes as much about keeping it together as it is about climbing well. If you love trad, old-school ethics, and the raw tension of making it work when the rules change, this is a sharp, fun hit of Wide Boyz ingenuity in a truly unique setting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMC7dGCCztM https://www.youtube.com/embed/zMC7dGCCztM 2014-10-15T14:54:21.000Z 611 101562 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/zUcqHkPlrxI/ramping-in-rocklands 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zUcqHkPlrxI/hqdefault.jpg Ramping in Rocklands Keenan and Jimmy touch down in Rocklands and waste no time getting into the rhythm—warming up, dialing the movement, and “ramping” from the first pull. Ramping in Rocklands is a short, punchy snapshot of that early-trip energy: crisp stone, big intentions, and the kind of focus that turns a new zone into a playground. What makes it worth watching is the mix of mellow vibe and serious difficulty. You’ll see them navigate the tension between patience and power as they take on Night Show (8A+), lock in a first ascent on Moon Shadow (8B), and push through Modified Limited Rampage (8B). It’s a quick hit of Rocklands atmosphere with trippy boulders, committed attempts, and the satisfying moments when everything finally clicks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUcqHkPlrxI https://www.youtube.com/embed/zUcqHkPlrxI 2019-07-15T16:00:09.000Z 317 41567 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/zXm6fGHsE30/road-to-tokyo-mawem-brothers 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zXm6fGHsE30/hqdefault.jpg Road to Tokyo | Mawem Brothers Road to Tokyo | Mawem Brothers follows French climbers Mickael and Bassa Mawem as they chase an Olympic dream, turning everyday sessions into a focused march toward Tokyo. In this short film from Mad Rock, the brothers speak to what climbing means to them—more than competition, it’s a passion, a way of life, and a constant process of becoming better through effort and training. What makes it worth watching is the intimacy and momentum: you feel the discipline behind the goal, the brotherhood that keeps the grind meaningful, and the pressure that sharpens every attempt. Whether you’re into bouldering, lead, speed, or just love the pursuit itself, it’s a tight, motivating snapshot of how big ambitions are built one workout, one try, and one hard-earned lesson at a time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXm6fGHsE30 https://www.youtube.com/embed/zXm6fGHsE30 2019-11-20T18:11:17.000Z 374 75607 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/zYmlIC8iens/gobblers-roof-e7-6c-wide-boyz-first-ascent 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zYmlIC8iens/hqdefault.jpg Gobbler's Roof E7 6C - Wide Boyz First Ascent Join the Wide Boyz for a punchy slice of British gritstone mayhem as they go hunting a first ascent on Gobbler’s Roof: an outrageous roof offwidth at Harborough Rocks. In under five minutes, the film drops you straight into the steep, claustrophobic world of arm-bars, heel-toe cams, and full-body thrutching on a line that’s billed as the hardest bit of rock at the crag by a huge margin—clocking in at E7 6c. This is a must-watch for anyone who loves raw, unglamorous difficulty: the kind where technique, toughness, and commitment matter more than looking smooth. Expect proper Wide Boyz energy, close-up effort on the crux, and the satisfying payoff of seeing a new climb brought to life—perfect inspiration whether you’re an offwidth devotee or just curious how roof cracks get done when there’s nowhere to rest. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYmlIC8iens https://www.youtube.com/embed/zYmlIC8iens 2019-04-03T10:12:15.000Z 285 15102 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/zbzTGtZ-zd8/ryuichi-murai-sleepwalker-v16-8c-red-rocks 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zbzTGtZ-zd8/hqdefault.jpg Ryuichi Murai - Sleepwalker(V16/8C+), Red Rocks Ryuichi Murai heads to Red Rocks for a bouldering session centered on Sleepwalker, a futuristic V16 (8C+) testpiece that demands total commitment. With a clean, focused style, he brings the intensity of cutting-edge climbing into a tight, watchable edit. What makes this worth your time is the progression: big moves, subtle body positions, and the kind of precision where one slip ends the attempt. Along the way, bonus sends on Atlas Shrugged (V12) and Squoze (V14/15) round out a stacked day on stone, giving you a satisfying look at power, control, and problem-solving at the highest level. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbzTGtZ-zd8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/zbzTGtZ-zd8 2023-05-21T07:42:36Z 487 67105 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/zfwuUgcdcns/5-mona-lisa-8b 1970-01-19 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zfwuUgcdcns/hqdefault.jpg 【鳳来】モナリザ 5段 (Mona Lisa 8B+) Ryuichi Murai takes you to Japan’s Hourai boulders for “Mona Lisa 8B+ (V14),” a short, focused film centered on one of the area’s hardest testpieces. With the camera locked on the stone and the sequence, you get a clear view of the line’s character—steep, precise, and unforgiving—and the calm intensity it takes to put the problem together. Sent on December 26, 2018, this is a compact snapshot of high-end bouldering in a wild, natural setting. What makes it worth your six minutes is the purity of it: no distractions, just an elite climber solving a brutally tight puzzle on rock. You’ll feel the incremental progress in each attempt, the commitment required when the moves finally link, and the satisfying release of a clean top-out on a grade that leaves no room for hesitation. If you love watching real outdoor bouldering—power, tension, and control distilled into a single decisive sequence—this one delivers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfwuUgcdcns https://www.youtube.com/embed/zfwuUgcdcns 2019-05-08T12:29:29Z 405 51367 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/zpAdJxwOZjU/gastronomic-big-wall-climbing-in-patagonia 1970-01-21 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zpAdJxwOZjU/hqdefault.jpg Gastronomic Big Wall Climbing in Patagonia Tyler Karow, Imanol Amundarain, and Cedar Christensen head deep into Patagonia, Chile for a ten-day siege on the East Face of the Central Tower of Paine, chasing a team free ascent of the legendary South African Route. It’s big-wall climbing at full scale: hauling, fixing ropes, and committing to life in portaledges thousands of feet off the deck. What sets this ascent apart is the absurdly good living in an otherwise brutal environment—wine on the wall, a mini cast iron oven, and daily baked meals that turn a suffering mission into a strange, floating kitchen. If you love expedition logistics, partner dynamics, and the quiet intensity of sustained 5.12c terrain in one of the world’s wildest ranges, this is a feast worth watching. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpAdJxwOZjU https://www.youtube.com/embed/zpAdJxwOZjU 2023-07-18T15:49:20Z 2253 3955443 https://couchclimbs.com/watch/zxRzMfHnlK8/4-5-5 1970-01-18 0.8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zxRzMfHnlK8/hqdefault.jpg 【豊田】小便小僧 4段、アガルタ 5段、バビロン 5段 Winter in Toyota, Japan sets the stage for this punchy bouldering short from Ryuichi Murai, featuring three iconic lines: Manneken Pis (8A+), Agartha (8B+), and Babylon (8B+). In under five minutes, you’ll drop into crisp outdoor footage and hard-earned attempts that capture the unique, often unforgiving character of Toyota rock—technical movement, exacting body positions, and the kind of sequences that demand total commitment. What makes this one stick is the story behind the sends: a long-running mental hurdle with Toyota’s style, then the satisfaction of finally ticking Manneken Pis and Agartha after years of trying. You also get a snapshot of how real bouldering evolves over time, with Babylon discussed in the context of broken holds and a resulting downgrade—an honest reminder that grades and lines can change, but the battle, the process, and the breakthrough are what you’re really here to watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxRzMfHnlK8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/zxRzMfHnlK8 2019-04-01T14:20:32.000Z 297 14102