Making Progress • World-Class Bouldering in Finland Ep.2

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[@lukedavies900]

Man, Wedge has been world class for ages but it just keeps getting better and better.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks Luke!

[@stevanpopovic7459]

“Who’s number 3?” Pretty funny timing lmao

[@kavali6320]

No fuss, no loud bangs, yet another beautifully filmed climbing adventure in the Finnish woods. Jim and Aidan demonstrated their abilities between granit and moss and talked us through their thoughts. Very much appreciated effort from everyone involved 🙏.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much!

[@onskuu1]

the coloring and the editing in these wedge videos is always insanely good... these boulders looked better in this video than in real life (greetings from a finn)😅

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@babsds0]

Damn, Aidan makes the first move of Burden look the most casual of anyone I've seen. I'm sure he'll get it next trip.

[@deadpointclimbingco]

Sam, Jim and Aiden you all are apsolute gems. I hope you realize what a wonderful impact you are all having on our climbing culture and community simply by being authentic and sharing your passion. Warms my heart. All the work you do behind the lens and beyond Sam is very much appreciated.
Thank you for the blessings of your art.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thank you so much! It really means a lot getting comments like this 🙏😁

[@khakicam5400]

So true. One observation is that Mellow tries to make bouldering akin to skate culture but the reality is that we're not making creative use of a lifeless urban landscape, we're out interacting with nature and this captures that beautifully. The lack of C'MON!s was refreshing too.

[@paulmitchell5349]

Burden of Seams. Crackin' name .

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Ooof and a very punny comment...

[@richardbradley1532]

Really well done. Good to see Jim getting to star this time.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@raffaelstreffer9360]

20:05 you guys definitely knew what you were doing here

[@danwest8914]

I truly believe wedge puts out climbing vids on par with the classics every time, good shit Sam

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much Dan!

[@juicebox11959]

goes to show of Nalle was ahead of his time with hard boulders!

[@Jagknorr]

Wedge is killing it. Like, right up there with Ondra vids and hes got a massive team for those vids i think.
HIGH Quality, lighting, coloring, filming angles, music, sound (yes i hear those fingernails on rocks) its all VERY well done. Its artsy without being overly so or try hard. People praise Mellow but they are waaaay too try hard and their musical choices are generally awful. You guys are top tier and legit. 👍

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much! It's really appreciated 😁🙏

[@Colin_Barnes]

what an insanely nice movie.. can watch this all day every day

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@urabagofcells2228]

ok turning my aiden crush

[@ashhodson2063]

Outstanding film. Jim, as lovely as ever, as strong as ever and Aidan again high on the lovely scale and continuing to articulate climbing and its nuances better than the rest of us. Burden will happen. But if its in 3 trips time just know we will all enjoy experiencing that just much as if you'd sent it first time. To see Aidan on Burden is like seeing Pele play football. He wouldn't have to score for you to be in awe. Love always x

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much Ash!

[@gravv2949]

Wedge is by far my favorite climbing channel. Just wanted to throw that out there. (I havnt even watched but 11 seconds of this video)

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! Means a lot 🙏

[@hayslivesinthedesert]

These videos really capture an ideal combination of passion for climbing and passion for videography. I've watched many amazing YT and ReelRock videos and Wedge is really stacking up against the best. Please keep making such beautiful content ❤

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much, will do 😁

[@jackandrew-q9e]

“You know what, you actually just need to jump to the hold and grab it” - Aidan Roberts, one of the best boulderers in the world.
Another banger Sam, the consistency is off the charts!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Cheers Jack!

[@fs.fabiosilva]

The quality is high on every level🤯

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Thanks!

[@MrSTeunissen]

more of this please!

[@davidpleydell3522]

Burden of Seams !! 😅That's brilliant!! 😂😂😂

[@ChatkritPertSinsomboon]

Wedge is the best bouldering content on the interwebs.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much 😁

[@m.wunderlich4942]

Masterpiece. I'd pay to watch theses movies. Love the appreciation of natures beauty

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much!

[@maxwhiteley7667]

great video. Aidan made that last move on burden look easier/more controlled than anyone i've seen doing it

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@nanbuso]

High quality!!! So F..... Nice....and the premiers with everybody waiting are awesome.
Thanks!!!!!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@lecorny007]

The race for the 4th spot is on

[@nfivejaygee]

This is the shit that gets you psyched!!! Thank you for the video.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

You're welcome, glad you liked it!

[@LSDerek]

These videos always encapsulate for me everything I love about bouldering outdoors. The serenity, being with friends and trying hard but also trying stuff because it looks cool!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@blindgeorged6386]

Exactly what I needed this morning. Super strong climbers pulling on tiny holds in a picturesque setting with chill music. Thank you!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed 😁

[@philipegoulet448]

I really really appreciate the wider aspect ratio in this one! It was so immersive!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Glad you liked it!

[@denislejeune9218]

Super two videos on that trip, lovely editing, loved the non-climbing bits (foraging, landscape etc).

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Thanks!

[@tomstockton6865]

Biggg mood, definitely gets ya psyched !

[@justinscala9864]

Amazing video as usual! Glad to see Jim return, and Aiden back on Burden of Dreams

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Thanks!

[@raphaeljamann2313]

The qualify of these videos are amazing ! Especially the sound (music, voice, nature...). Great climbing and great work 👌😊

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Thanks so much 😁

[@williamoates5980]

Wedge at it's finest 👌

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🙏

[@trevormungeam]

THE best climbing film I have ever seen. Unbelievable

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much 🙏😁

[@arturpolczyk2556]

Definitely there will be a sequel. I hope it will be soon! Happy, chalk-filled 2024! ♥

[@fusisfilms]

Incredible filmmaking! Such a great portrait of these climbers

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@Aemorra]

You eloquent descriptions and appreciation of the Finnish nature gave me a newfound appreciation for my country's forests.Thank you for the great video!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

You're welcome, glad you liked it 😁

[@janlehning5936]

Insane video and even more insane location

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@manuronkko1996]

Killing it! Thanks for making such cool videos about our northern bouldering haven. Its nice to hear such appreciation for the nature and bouldering here! I hope to see you back on Burden and exploring more local gems in the future!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much! Hopefully we can get back soon 🤞

[@calebainsworth7247]

Some stellar looking problems there, with the usual great filming and soundtrack. Top stuff.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@pdebra6542]

Great to see Jim crushing it!

[@ponsilliusvii6290]

These were perfect, loved the amount of time spent on the boulders and showing the name grade and different angles mixed with beautiful scenery, music but also moment of natural sound. Such a great production

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much!

[@sunnuntaiaamufi]

Great work, absolutely beautiful videography! As a Finn living abroad this made me very homesick...

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Thanks!

[@Drdssikes]

Gorgeous and peaceful! Beautiful film / climbs

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Thanks!

[@Lolsplays]

The film making is top tier. Well done!

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Thanks!

[@RalleOnYouTube]

This short series is a work of art! Definitely my favourite climbing content on TH-cam. I would be super interested in a rig rundown off all the camera equipment you use to make these videos. Could be something for the patreon.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much! That's a good idea, I could put together something for those interested 👌

[@isaaccurry3049]

Sticking the first move with that much visible comfort. Can't wait to see the next repeat! Great video!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@dannygrout92]

While TH-cam climbing channels make content, Sam makes art.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

I really appreciate that 🙏😁

[@anthonyyatesfotaj]

Amazing footage. Aiden got that first move so well and interesting to see how he held it despite the more pronounced cut than the other climbers I've seen footage of. So strong! I'm sure it is going to go down for him at some point.

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Thanks!

[@SuperCD93]

Love these vids! Great to see Jim wasn’t ruled out with the injury and great to see Aidan psyched on BoD

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Thanks!

[@saketssss]

Easily best climbing production atm in youtube. You're welcome to Finland at any time, hope to try some of these climbs

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! We'd love to come back 💪

[@kolterlivengood7460]

the next big evolution in climbing will be through the skin, seems to be the main limiting factor at the highest level. Great film as usual!!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Skin is definitely a huge factor. Thanks!

[@JHClimbs]

Exactly what I needed after trudging around The County looking at wet rock today. Amazing!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@choboxhoos]

What a video... The soundtrack, cinematography, and climbing are all amazing! Glad to see Jim was able to bag some classics despite the injury, and I'm sure Aidan will be able to get up burden soon!

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Thanks!

[@honeymonster135]

12:00 great beanie.

[@PPKFilms]

So gorgeous. The filming, the editing. Pure vibes. Track selection is amazing and grading is cinematic, not loud but incredibly beautiful. Stellar work, truly world class. Incredible we get this for free.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much, means a lot 🙏

[@precursor4263]

This video making is sooo good. Like watching a movie. I love the music as well, it's really inspiring as an artist to hear good music on a climbing video. Nice to have my interests combined... And in Finland ❤ a treat on all sides!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much!

[@leon-do]

making the first move on burden look easy. great progress

[@elleainspire]

top class as always!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@gregchapman5626]

One of my fave Wedge vids. So good. ❤

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Cheers Greg!

[@psychotherapyinschoolsltd9160]

The DP on this has done a fantastic job.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@M0dElite]

Great film Sam! I'm so glad you had good time in Finland in the late autumn. When I heard about this trip in the Careless Talk Climbing podcast, I wasn't sure if the weather was at all on your side, but it looks like you got a lot done! :)

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! Yeah we were very lucky with the weather 👌

[@meisers.kletterecke]

what a incredible vid! thx for putting so much effort in doing those short films for us!!! hope new year starts really nice for all of you!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much, you too!

[@fsportelli]

Amazing content, footage and storytelling. Just 🔥

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Thanks!

[@Rangetechus]

Very Nice!!! Glad your channel was suggested!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks, glad you gave it a watch!

[@diego.montes]

a masterpiece

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Thanks!

[@Sway___SD]

by far my favorite climbing channel! putting out bangers time and time again, cheers

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much!

[@michamoin1022]

Amazing video, for sure my favourite channel!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed 😁

[@bencarter3623]

Just stunning! Will be watching on repeat

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Cheers Ben!

[@flip_lange]

Makes you just want to go out and climb, doesn't it?! sooo so good!

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Thanks!

[@linan2332]

so inspiring!😀

[@ahmanviik]

Superb quality like always! Reminds me alot of the type of granite and nature we have here in Sweden, you should come visit! :D

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! It would be great to get over to Sweden sometime 👌

[@robertcreer8826]

Brilliant as always! Can't get enough of your content

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Cheers Robert!

[@Tort-]

stunning video, really really good shots and vibe!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@brendonhester331]

Sam these are so SO good. So grateful for the videos you’ve been putting out recently! Cheers

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much, glad you've been enjoying them 😁

[@maciek_sca]

Damnit! That’s a good stuff!🤩🤩🤩

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Thanks!

[@joakimc]

Great video. I’m yet to be in a house in Finland that didn’t have a sauna.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! The UK could take a leaf out of their book...

[@terokemp4810]

What a beautiful video again.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks 😁

[@Petri_Pennala]

I could probably find a lot of boulders like this from our Cottage in Finland

[@porrasm]

This video made me incredibly hyped to try some of these problems next year!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Glad it got you psyched, good luck with them!

[@alexmandrews]

Oh la la ❤

[@zachhaynie9018]

seriously incredible

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks 🙏😁

[@Theboardbro]

Such a magnificent episode!

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Thanks!

[@michaelazevedo845]

Really excellent! Thank you!!

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Thanks!

[@olyaloza1733]

got 2 love the hearthstone content

[@johnhf9]

Banger

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Thanks!

[@joolsgrommers1466]

Lovely, bet you're proud of this one Sam! Special shit...

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Cheers mate, yeah happy with this one 😁

[@iggimoore]

so motivational 💪

[@eatmykwad]

absolute wedgington!

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💪

[@lawsong6663]

Aidans looking super close to burden. Gotta get back out there soon

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

I'm sure he'll be back soon, but there might be other projects on the to do list first 👀

[@lawsong6663]

​@WEDGECLIMBING yeah tbh I'm more excited about the helvellyn project and midnight project. Is aidan thinking about trying a lower start to the midnight project?

[@jpModus]

Awesome video guys! Thanks so much for putting this out, really motivating and enjoyable to watch!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@goaliemojo4310]

so nicely done creators! it would be cool to see your process in a BTS episode, on how you went about making this awesome climbing poetry film.....

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much! I'll put something together at some point 👍

[@EivindAanensen]

Wow. Epic.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@anssipasila8460]

Top-notch. 🌺

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@Simaisan]

That was amazing! Thank you

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! Glad you liked it 😁

[@hermannwigers8321]

These Finland videos are next level! May I ask whats your setup for filming?

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! This was mainly filmed on a Sony A7Siii with a Sigma 24-70 lens 👍

[@jeppej4265]

Thank you for a banger! Cool to see familiar places and also some easier ones done with ease and style! Part three still coming from this trip or any plans for a new visit? Spring is the best season imho as it's less humid and days last longer then while temps stay still really low during nights.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! I imagine we'll be back for another trip... Lots of unfinished business to attend to 💪