I think the grades in this gym are generous. At the Touchstone in Oakland and Concord, these V4's would be V2's at the most because of the juggy holds.
I remember watching this channel when I was just about to start climbing, I’m now up to V4-V5 and love being able to attempt similar routes, thanks for the help!!
New climber here. I learn mostly by observing other people, and your videos have helped tremendously. Am now a comfortable V3. Thanks very much for all the little details you put into these videos. You're also super cute, which is nice :D Congrats on your engagement, wishing you guys all the love.
Hi Michelle, do you have any tips on beginners to actually get feet off the floor on the wall and hands in position. Some at my gym I’m fine to climb once I’ve started but I can’t seem to start without falling off the wall. Hope this makes sense
Impressive challenge you set for yourself! I also hate overhangs, but no matter how much I tell myself to spend more time on those boulders, I end up back on less steep sections. I'm cheering you on from across the world (Sweden)!
Miss all the Touchstone gyms. 😢 Can only get there once in awhile, but am closer to home for family. Good advice on overhangs for LAB-was hoping u would try front barrel or arch, but in due time. Hollywood Boulders UFO would of been rad, too, but in due time. 😁 I favor overhangs and cave. One of my favs was a 5.11 on arch that was rad. Like your style, editing and approach. Like climbing, content creation has it’s own beta and like, yours, too. Look forward to Cliffs and Verdigo. 👏🤘
i start climbing like a month ago and your chanel is being super helpfull for me, your videos are fun to watch and really instructive! thanks alooot, (btw sorryt for my english im from spain and well im not sure if i write everything correctly)
Whoa, hardcore! I usually mix and match overhangs, slab, crimps and slopers to keep it as diverse as possible and to tire out less xD But I always try to incorporate one type of climbing/holds that I dont like (dynos, crimps, scary volumes..) to get better. Your method is next level ;)
I usually avoid overhangs for the most part so I was due to do a bunch of them at some point I suppose haha. Good for you working on stuff you don't like though! The best way to improve (:
Thanks for the video, it is always nice to see normal humans climb! One question - do you ever consider taking brief rests when they present themselves on those long overhangs? You seemed to go past points where well angled jug with quite decent feet would give you at least a moment to shake out and let off some body tension, save your fingers some power for the ending. I noticed that I did that type of climb very differently after even just a few weeks of sport climbing, and I don't think it was just building up a microscopic bit of endurance. The style carried over to some extent and really helped.
I suppose I could rest, but I feel like I don’t when it comes to boulder problems because in my mind, they’re short enough to finish and rest off the wall as opposed to on the wall. I feel you though, when I sport climb, I take every possible moment to rest when I can. Especially with lead. And I’m sure I’ve rested on boulder problems before. 🤔 Just didn’t feel like I needed it for any of these climbs I guess. Definitely something to think about though, thanks for the input! 😊
Hey! How do you like the Scarpa Vapor V? I've been torn between getting a pair of the Vapor or the Scarpa Instinct VS (Scarpa fit my wide feet so well!)
LOVE the Dahlia/Aqua ones. The old blue and yellow version I probably wouldn't go for again because the toe box material was so uncomfortable ): but Dahlia/Aqua Vapor V's are sooo comfortable even after a couple days of breaking them in. Definitely considering stocking up on them just to have in case they change things up again lol. Hope this helps!
Lots of froggy style - needs lots of power... overhang technique should be more like 11:13. Also one of the legs might need to flag - no need to have both feet planted firmly on the holds.
I think the grades in this gym are generous. At the Touchstone in Oakland and Concord, these V4's would be V2's at the most because of the juggy holds.
The Gumby Chronicles Totally agree. Too juggy for V4’s. Def would be V2’s in my gym.
I remember watching this channel when I was just about to start climbing, I’m now up to V4-V5 and love being able to attempt similar routes, thanks for the help!!
Love to hear it! :)
maybe you could collab with jenn sends :) i think you've both spoken about wanting to get better at overhangs!
Not sure if we can collab on the next video but maybe someday... 😁
@@MichelleAlacon I would *love* to see you two collab on something!
Love the creepy wave.. more of them :-) Nice video!
Return of the poopie holds, dem drop knees, the pop up comments...everything I like to see in your videos. Nice work, and nice climbing! Keep sending!
I GIVE THE PEOPLE WAT THEY WANT. And thank you for the continued support 💕
Yay! Such a nice valentine's gift to us 💕
Super helpful, thanks!
You're very welcome 😊 Happy to help, as always!
New climber here. I learn mostly by observing other people, and your videos have helped tremendously. Am now a comfortable V3. Thanks very much for all the little details you put into these videos. You're also super cute, which is nice :D Congrats on your engagement, wishing you guys all the love.
I was in LA on business a few years ago and climbed at LA Boulders. I really liked it and the vibe was cool.
Hi Michelle, do you have any tips on beginners to actually get feet off the floor on the wall and hands in position. Some at my gym I’m fine to climb once I’ve started but I can’t seem to start without falling off the wall. Hope this makes sense
I also have this problem! Always feel like I'm slamming my second foot into the wall to get started.
You're so good at climbing, especially with all those poopie holds
My ultimate goal is to be Master of Poopie Holds
So happy to see you uploading again :)
Happy to have your support! (:
Impressive challenge you set for yourself! I also hate overhangs, but no matter how much I tell myself to spend more time on those boulders, I end up back on less steep sections. I'm cheering you on from across the world (Sweden)!
Hehe thank you for the support from Sweden! 😊
Miss all the Touchstone gyms. 😢 Can only get there once in awhile, but am closer to home for family. Good advice on overhangs for LAB-was hoping u would try front barrel or arch, but in due time. Hollywood Boulders UFO would of been rad, too, but in due time. 😁 I favor overhangs and cave. One of my favs was a 5.11 on arch that was rad. Like your style, editing and approach. Like climbing, content creation has it’s own beta and like, yours, too. Look forward to Cliffs and Verdigo. 👏🤘
Ah what a lovely comment. 🥰 Thank you! And yes, in due time I will hopefully be able to go for the more intense overhangs. 😁
i start climbing like a month ago and your chanel is being super helpfull for me, your videos are fun to watch and really instructive! thanks alooot, (btw sorryt for my english im from spain and well im not sure if i write everything correctly)
Thank you so much!! Good luck with climbing, and happy sending :)
I saw you recording the session at LAB this week -- what a quick upload!!
It’s either I take many months.. or days.. there’s no in-between 😂
Shahan: Steals lines, steals thunder, flails like a boss. Funny though
Another great video, thank you
Lovin the climbing vlog reference 👌🏼 And thank you for your support! 😊
Haha I love your text commentary on the video 8:13
Whoa, hardcore! I usually mix and match overhangs, slab, crimps and slopers to keep it as diverse as possible and to tire out less xD But I always try to incorporate one type of climbing/holds that I dont like (dynos, crimps, scary volumes..) to get better. Your method is next level ;)
I usually avoid overhangs for the most part so I was due to do a bunch of them at some point I suppose haha. Good for you working on stuff you don't like though! The best way to improve (:
Thanks for the video, it is always nice to see normal humans climb! One question - do you ever consider taking brief rests when they present themselves on those long overhangs? You seemed to go past points where well angled jug with quite decent feet would give you at least a moment to shake out and let off some body tension, save your fingers some power for the ending. I noticed that I did that type of climb very differently after even just a few weeks of sport climbing, and I don't think it was just building up a microscopic bit of endurance. The style carried over to some extent and really helped.
I suppose I could rest, but I feel like I don’t when it comes to boulder problems because in my mind, they’re short enough to finish and rest off the wall as opposed to on the wall. I feel you though, when I sport climb, I take every possible moment to rest when I can. Especially with lead. And I’m sure I’ve rested on boulder problems before. 🤔 Just didn’t feel like I needed it for any of these climbs I guess. Definitely something to think about though, thanks for the input! 😊
Hey! How do you like the Scarpa Vapor V? I've been torn between getting a pair of the Vapor or the Scarpa Instinct VS (Scarpa fit my wide feet so well!)
LOVE the Dahlia/Aqua ones. The old blue and yellow version I probably wouldn't go for again because the toe box material was so uncomfortable ): but Dahlia/Aqua Vapor V's are sooo comfortable even after a couple days of breaking them in. Definitely considering stocking up on them just to have in case they change things up again lol. Hope this helps!
Happy Valentines day everyone.
You got me as a new sub.... great vid!🤘❤🔥
Great contents
I'm missing alot of the tips as I roll around on the floor clutching my sides :)))
Backwards dyno. **No thanks** hahaha totally agree with you. Love your videos and your weird waving partner. You guys look cute together :)
Yup, something you most likely won't ever see in one of my videos haha. And thank you! From both me and the waving guy (:
I love watching your videos they’re really inspiring to watch now that I’m into climbing! Please keep up the good work!
Yay, glad you're enjoying them! Thank you!
wish everything is this easy ^_^
I've grown accustomed to her face ;)
Lots of froggy style - needs lots of power... overhang technique should be more like 11:13. Also one of the legs might need to flag - no need to have both feet planted firmly on the holds.
Why are these boulders so high? I don't like!
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V0 😂