An Unusual Choice • World-class Bouldering In Finland Ep.1

In this episode, Aidan gets reacquainted with 'Burden of Dreams', the boys explore some world-class boulders, and Jim gets stuck into some foraging.
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Timestamps:
Intro: (0:00)
Burden of Dreams 9A: (1:17)
Club 27 8A+.: (3:25)
Opa 8A: (5:07)
Reloaded 7C+.: (7:36)
Circus Elephant Syndrome 8B+.: (8:45)
Jim's Injury: (9:31)
Shari 8A: (10:21)
Photography and Foraging: (13:25)
One Love 7C+.: (14:52)
The Globalist 8B+.: (15:34)
Burden of Dreams 9A: (18:04)
Climbers:
Jim Pope: jimpopeonarope
Aidan Roberts: aidan.roberts98

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[@FuturiMotionTech]

Holy shit, the production quality of this is amazing. Sitting on my couch I got the feeling I was in Finland enjoying that amazing nature... Thanks guys!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 😁

[@pdebra6542]

Jim's enthusiasm for the place is so contagious!
And the photography is so superb it almost makes you wanna cry.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much!

[@casperfeyling8650]

Came here for hardcore bouldering, stayed for inner peace ❤

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

🙏 glad you enjoyed!

[@samulikilpinen1233]

I kept thinking "what a nice looking pla... wait I live here dammit!" 😄. It's sometimes hard to see the forest for the trees, certainly made me psyched for the spring season. Top quality 👌.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! Haha it's definitely true. I get like that with places in the UK too. Sometimes it's good to see these places from another perspective 💪

[@saketssss]

This video gives Finland the respect it never asked, but always deserved. Also shows what one of a kind visionary Nalle is in the climbing world. Huge thanks for this high quality video, I humbly ask for more as soon as possible

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much, more on the way!

[@nkartashov]

Aidan: I think this is the best crag experience that I've had in a while
Jim: mushrooms

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

😅

[@jessewhitfield6673]

The evolution of this channels production quality is exponential at this point. So incredible to watch, well done man!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much!

[@justinscala9864]

We need pt.2 quickly! Such a good video!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! It's on the way 💪

[@kavali6320]

This was exquisite. Filming, edit and music choice. Aidan and Jim created some precious memories there. They transferred their enthusiasm right through the screen. Foraging, taking photos, cooking and some impressive climbing. Can't wait for the next episode.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed 😁

[@williamwu8575]

Poor Jim😢I hope he recover soon!

[@cillijed4291]

that interview shot of jim in the trees 🤌🤌

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! Happy with that one 👌

[@jacktrussler20]

Amazing. The quality of this channel is always outstanding.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks Jack!

[@LNLCLIMBING]

Welcome to Finland! 🥰 Maybe we will meet at Burden again in next spring? 😉

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! Maybe... 💪💪

[@Arteken]

hello guys

[@eelissallmen5432]

LNL, my favorite

[@Freespirit-sb7le]

So peaceful

[@terokemp4810]

Thank you for showcasing the finnish bouldering. Your videos have been the best of quality in all of the internet for so long. Keep up the good work man.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much, glad you liked it!

[@PaulCoxC]

This seems one worth watching on my actual TV!

[@mnt4763]

The shot of Shari might be one of my favourite shots of yours

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! We were so lucky with the light that evening 👌

[@Mark_R_]

Enjoyed that so, so much. Beautiful bit of filming with some top blokes.
Finland looks first class, if completely out my league!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks Mark!

[@TomosFlynn]

It's hilarious how far ahead wedge is compered to every other climbing channel. (love the new aspect ratio)

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Much appreciated 💪💪

[@user-lf7ip9sb6v]

Thank you. It is so refreshing to see a climbing film that is aesthetically beautiful. From the scenery footage to the calm music. Beautiful climbing and good voiceovers 🙏🙏🙏 the quality of the production really stands out from all the other climbing vids you see these days. Happy that you enjoyed my home country.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much! We really did 🙏👌

[@ducko1988]

Nice work big lad

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Cheers pal!

[@Condonesdurex]

young people having fun. the essence of the sport

[@henrikniklander1779]

Finland have tons of beatifull lines and broplems.
Rock is pure granit 💪 tänne vaan kaikki

[@markwang9640]

Is it me or are Jim and Aidan absolutely in love

[@lucascheid2372]

Too often climbing content focuses entirely on the hardest climbs and purely the process of projecting and the try-hard but for me climbing is about beauty - the beauty of the rock, the location, the friends you're with... Obviously just focusing on Aidan on Burden would have been the way to get the most views but thanks for showing off all aspects of this place and the trip. More of this!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! I was a bit worried that people would only be interested in burden, I'm glad that's not the case 😁

[@nsiepmann]

Just a beautiful bit of film here - thank you. Feeling all inspired

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! I'm glad it inspired you 😁

[@daviddreyfuss5100]

This is absolutely gorgeous. The refinement of the film quality on this channel has been so cool to see. Keep making stuff like this!!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks David!

[@autumn_k]

Gave it an extra like for the lovely mushroom footage. Then gave it a third like because apparently hitting the like button twice is counterproductive.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

😅 thanks!

[@richardegger7341]

The first video i have seen where the nature and enviroment gets a place.

[@zeeeendie]

Absolutely love your directing and level of production. Shots are so beautiful. Certainly felt like watching a movie. Keep up the amazing work!!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks 😁 Glad you enjoyed it!

[@TomHankin]

cuppa next to the log fire, stick on a wedge video - never disappoints

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@stefslyfe]

I love these dudes. Jim and Aidan seem like legit good dudes who aren’t at all full of themselves.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@backgroundkiller]

The video quality, the dynamic of the two and the soundtrack are breathtaking! Sometimes I really have the feeling that pro climbing videos display a whole lot of suffering/self deprecation and anger - which is in the heat of the moment very understandable. But seeing more gentle people moving up the climbs is such a nice change of pace

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks for the kind words, it's much appreciated 😁

[@poolkrooni]

So glad I found this channel. To second everyone in the comments, sublime photography and editing!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much! It's really appreciated 😁

[@Unbillieveable]

Quality on this is unreal

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@jarfrobinksss]

it's reaaaalllly satisfying to finally watch climbing vids that aren't trashed by gansta rap or hip hop crapping all over it, along with all the obligatory tourette's-level "c'mawnnn"s, "niiiice" or "lets fucking go"s that's way too common now. Thanks guys, quality stuff and actually is "mellow"...unlike other channels ;)

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked the style 😁🙏

[@m.wunderlich4942]

The quality is insane. Amazing work. Great to see world-class climbers show appreciation for the beautiful nature.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much!

[@veersaar]

Such an amazing video! You really managed to capture the essence of the Finnish nature in this one. Really made me look forward to next summer and some outdoor bouldering on good old Finnish granite

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much! It's such a good spot 👌

[@climbingjohn]

World class bouldering, World class film making. Absolutely brilliant on all fronts👏👏👏

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! 🙏😁

[@panicbuildgod]

Are you kidding me!? This is beyond! Love love the wide aspect ratio, 't was like watching a movie. Beautifully shot, and.. well great people and climbing too

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much 🙏

[@josemariaaljarogarcia6090]

If there was only one thing I could try from this video, it would definitely be those mushrooms haha looking forward for Ep.2 !

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

🍄💪💪

[@gaiaganzer2483]

Hands down one of the best climbing films that I've seen (and I've watched many hehe). The quality of the filming and editing is SUPERB and the boulders look incredibly inspiring. Thank you for sharing the joy and magic of climbing (and foraging, and exploring) in Finland! Can't wait for pt2!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much for the kind words 😁 glad you enjoyed it 🙏

[@rj5249]

Ah been buzzing for this one for a while! Awesome vid!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@phillewis3108]

Brilliant video again.
I’m intrigued to see how Burden comes along.
I’m also intrigued by the fact that sometimes Aidan seems to be a curious cross between Michelangelo’s David and Mr Bean 🙂

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!
😅 Now I can't unsee it...

[@freddydorling9548]

such an amazing video, cinematography is off the scale good!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks Freddy!

[@Xenoxen34]

There is a lot of talk in this Video about the boulders being World class but the Video is world class as well. One of my favourites so far on the channel well done! 😊

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much 🙏 really appreciate it 😁

[@harveygibson123]

This is literally a work of art.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Much appreciated 🙏😁

[@Geomontage]

Another sublime production from the Wedge Team! Superb filming and climbing. Sorry to see Jim pick up that injury but equally good to see his foraging and photography pastimes. Looking forward to Ep. 2!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much!

[@bonomonkey]

Love the peaceful vibe. Love your peaceful grounded vibe. Thanks!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@meisers.kletterecke]

What a great Episode. Can't wait for the next one. Nice little treat before Christmas. Wish all of the wedge climbing team and the Chat here nice Holidays. Greets from germany 😁

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much, happy holidays! 😁

[@johnhf9]

Absolutely incredible. So beautifully shot and edited, the interviews with Jim and Aiden add a huge amount as well. You're videos have come on so much man, keep it up!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much 🙏

[@sket179]

Thank you for this love letter to my home country. The quality of production is unbelievable, including the storytelling and the pacing.
I'd love you to come back in the summer, and try Punkaharju dws in Lake Saimaa. Nalle wrote that Kesäturkki 8c is the best dws route he's climbed. It starts from a sauna raft and is about 16m high/long.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much! We'd definitely love to come back sometime, looks like so much more good stuff to do 👌

[@brutalctg7654]

the music is actually beautiful. sick video

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@Dirtyed69]

I don’t know how you can watch this and not want to head out to the crag. Beautifully shot video, calm feel and captivating. 👍🏻

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@spirit1239]

Best climbing content period.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@augustclimbing]

What a wonderful film! Thank you guys for taking us along on your trip 👍🏻👍🏻

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@Mitzbergatc]

Im normally bored with bouldering videos after 3 minutes, but I thoroughly enjoyed this to the point of thinking os probably the best I've watched to date. The production, music, script... It's sll so class.
None of that "yeah bro! Sick dude! Fucking send, yeah!" kind of abnoxious nonesense

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thank you so much 🙏 I'm glad you liked the style of the video 😁

[@hyau23]

Came for th bouldering, stayed for the mushrooms

[@biobelette9305]

A feast for the eyes!

[@christuohino3960]

I'm more excited than ever to check out Finland after watching this

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

💪💪

[@BotsyCollin]

Amazing film mate. Really a work of art. Love watching these 2 climb

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@juliansteffens5177]

I usually don't comment on TH-cam videos but the appreciation and love you guys show for nature and the environment in addition to the absolute insane bouldering and the quality of this video just gave me goose bumps throughout the entire video. Easily one of the best productions I've seen on TH-cam. If only all pro athletes could care as much for our planet. Keep up the amazing work and thanks a lot

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much! It means a lot to get comments like this 😁🙏

[@Borsoo13]

Magical place, beautiful video! I hope there will be some footage of the Sisu project in part 2.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! Unfortunately we weren't able to make it to the sisu project, definitely one for next time 🤞

[@lucasbillington]

Aaaaaaaaaaaand that's some of the best climbing filming out there from Wedge. Again.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks Lucas 🙏

[@jonathanbarolak2576]

Best bouldering video I’ve ever seen, shots were absolutely incredible! You guys smashed it out of the park on this one!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much! It means a lot to get comments like this 😁

[@vadimdelakian7665]

Marvelous movie, thank you guys 🌞

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed!

[@henrygilbert3798]

You guys make some of the absolute best climbing videos. This was no exception

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much 🙏

[@raphaelmardinli9921]

This is so weird. You see super high level performance here, but the video is so soothing at the same time. Looks like you took your time with the pace and the music here and I love it, just thank you
So eager so see the next part

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed the style and pacing of the video 😁

[@Marc-pj6ij]

Easily one of the best climbing videos of this year; super chill vibes + exceptional shots and editing. Absolute pleasure to watch

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much 😁

[@milkymat]

Yesssssssss the return of foraging Jim ❤❤❤

[@mrthirty1139]

Absolutely stunning footage!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@Dexter-lk8if]

This is just awesome. Tysm for the incredible content

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed!

[@danwest8914]

The fact that you can watch this for free is insane, good shit as always Sam and happy holidays

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Cheers Dan!

[@Super7rouz]

Love everything about this video !! ❤ Thank you !!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks, glad you liked it!

[@NickDrian]

inspiring as always!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@joolsgrommers1466]

Psyyyyyched, and chilled too. Had to wait a bit to watch it to make sure I had enough tine to just chill and enjoy (same for Tom's Hump of Trouble video). Frothing now, while the storm is howling outside...

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Cheers mate! Glad you enjoyed 💪

[@joolsgrommers1466]

@@WEDGECLIMBING And then had an impromptu board session! Guess the psyche is real! 🦾

[@mica8431]

Looking forward to this beautiful series
Its always a blessing to watch your videos and it blows my mind how wonderful the film-making is in every single wedge video

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much! 🙏

[@robertcreer8826]

Brilliant video as always!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@gashix]

Never even imagined of this genre! What made you guys come to Finland? Amazing production.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! Aidan was keen to get back on burden of dreams, so we decided to tag along and explore the rest of the area

[@MiklasKuoppala]

Just beautiful. Had a smile on my face all the way through.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Glad you liked it 😁

[@saxongoold7832]

Outdone yourselves with this one!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@ErikKarlstrom]

Work of art, thank you for amazing content!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks for the kind words 😁🙏

[@birdbones_]

incredible work as usual, and somehow still getting better at what you do. can't believe this is available to watch for free. really inspiring, thank you!!!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much!

[@michaelazevedo845]

Superb!! Thank you for the content!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed!

[@stefanrieger3402]

Amazing work! Wedge is easily my favourite climbing channel on youtube at this point.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks 😁

[@piethasselbynielsen9439]

incredibly beautiful shot! thanks for the high quality videos

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed 😁

[@panze85-sz5uq]

Just beautiful! Thank you so much for this video. Inspiring stuff

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@hikeandclimb8866]

Beautiful piece of work in every respect... such a treat... thank you.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@nanbuso]

Nice Christmas present!!!! As always excellent!!!!!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@borjarevuelta6426]

This was amazing Sam, thanks!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed!

[@jeppej4265]

Kept a smile on my face the whole time! Great to see you explore other areas than bourden as well and can't wait for the future episodes! Grades are out of my league but I'm playing bingo with few of hard ones I know. No bingo yet =)

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks! Glad you liked it 😁

[@ponsilliusvii6290]

Incredible production, the colours are beautiful and you show great angles showing how the holds and moves are from different angles. 👏👏👏

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@calebainsworth7247]

Great edit as per. A really nice,chilled watch.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@middle-agedclimber]

Simply amazing.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@stefanthebrain]

Damn. Such a cool video...great shots of gorgeous places and such funny and chill guys. Makes me wanna join:D. Keep up the great work.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much 🙏

[@pdude1911]

So inspiring, you guys are awesome and total beasts! Much love from Holland 😊

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks!

[@Maniakelystm]

The music, the photography, the edit. Everything is on point, it's an absolut masterclass to watch.
Love the vibe like always, can't wait for the next video ;) !

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks so much, glad you liked the vibe!

[@TomOHalloranAus]

Amazing job team. Loved it all. Top notch visuals and sound once again ✌️. Awesome to see something more than Burden as well.

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks Tom!

[@TheCadocas]

One of the best videos I have ever saw. Keep going!

[@WEDGECLIMBING]

Thanks, will do!