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.

Neil Gresham Climbing Masterclass - Crux Films · 1:40