Jeez, I'm trying to imagine what someone who never climbed would think watching this. I mean that dude is going all the way to Finland to sit under a frozen rock in the middle of a wasteland, desperately trying to hold onto sharp granite cristals and cutting bits of shredded skin off his bleeding fingers. What a funny game we play.

@DominikNal

Жыл бұрын

It makes sense only in our heads 😆

@tahoemike5828

Жыл бұрын

I am that non climber, and you summed up my thoughts pretty well.

@giansalam3134

Жыл бұрын

@@tahoemike5828 curious, what brought you to this video?

@tahoemike5828

Жыл бұрын

@@giansalam3134 I am an Olympics junkie. I tuned in to see the climbing as a new sport in the games. I wound up watching the full comp online live, not just the ten minutes that made it on the broadcast. I saw the semis, and the finals all the way through. TBH, I became an instant fan of Brooke's that night, but also of the sport as well. I liked the vibe of the whole contest, and thought it was a good show. I kept watching the world cup events online all throughout the season, and got hooked as a fan of the sport. I started watching some of the various climbing channels, such as Marcus Midbo and a few others (his freeclimb with Alex H. blew my mind!). As I said, Brooke (and Janja, and Natalie and the others) drew me into the sport, and as I learned a bit about her I learned about her family. I wondered about her brother, since we don't see him in the comps. KZread, in the infinite wisdom of the algorithm, served up a few of Shawn's outdoor bouldering videos along the way. I saw him in a video with Marcus a few weeks back, and thought he was a really cool guy; as well as amazing to watch. Not long after that, Shawn started his own channel and I subscribed right away. I'm 57, and go about 300lb, so I'm not taking up climbing anytime soon; but I'm hooked on watching the sport. There are a lot of cool people to root for, and I can't take my eyes off it. I'm starting to feel like I have an idea how they do it, I just don't know where they get the radioactive spiders.

@leablasko4492

Жыл бұрын

true

Having tarped up a few boulders myself in my days, I can very much respect your skill at creating such a nice tarp-house around the boulder. Definitely impressed by your tarping.

@andrewkim9503

Жыл бұрын

Underrated reply.

@YaddleGaming

Жыл бұрын

You watch every climbing video in the world before me lol

@anthonyb3940

Жыл бұрын

When are u going to try Burden of Dreams Emil?

@EmilAbrahamsson

Жыл бұрын

@@anthonyb3940 as soon as I've done all the other boulders like Shawn has

@EggPunch2003

Жыл бұрын

I think the thing about his tarping is that he really sets the tarp over the boulder so as to tarp it. Top tier tarping

Nalle really outdid himself with sending this megaproj years ago! He was really ahead of his time!

@Phoenixrebirth85

Жыл бұрын

Anybody knows what he's up to? Haven't heard anything of him since quite a while

@christovalkov3931

Жыл бұрын

@@Phoenixrebirth85 people say he got fed up playing the internet game of feeding content to the masses ( aka: us, armchair consumer critics) 😆

@joeess517

Жыл бұрын

@@Andy-fd7zh kzread.info/dash/bejne/ioB7laqwZ7rSkrA.html&ab_channel=MarkoSiivinen if you read the comments, his friend says he's good and still climbing

@Friction_Addiction

Жыл бұрын

I have seen him out on the rock last year so his lack of online presence doesn't seem to be anything to worry about :)

@WollocksMate

Жыл бұрын

Still doing what he loves most: FAs of cool lines around the world. Can spot him a lot from partner's (so I've gathered and presuming here) photo ig-account.

Fun fact from a Finnish geologist: the rock type (rapakivi granite) was generated in a magma chamber of a Yellowstone-like supervolcano about 1.6 billion years ago.

@icedempyre6029

Жыл бұрын

Can you explain in more detail? I thought that hot spot started under the pacific ocean

@icedempyre6029

Жыл бұрын

nevermind you said type, not the rock itself?

@jussiheinonen2463

Жыл бұрын

@@icedempyre6029 Yeah, not the same hotspot - SAME KIND of hotspot, but in the distant past. 👍

@mileshardin6906

Жыл бұрын

@@jussiheinonen2463 how long do you think it will last with people trying to climb it, lets say 50 days per year

@jussiheinonen2463

Жыл бұрын

@@mileshardin6906 Any hold can break at any time. I have not been able to do a detailed geological analysis of the holds. :) Granite as a whole erodes quite slowly, but this rapakivi variety could turn to rubble faster than other granites, maybe in a few thousand or even few hundred years. Depends on the internal structure, amount of cracks etc.

Aidan got full replica holds, Vadim got holds he found in a bargain bucket and then we got Shawn actually out there.... showing us the bum gun

I feel like shawn is getting way more comfortable with the camera and its really nice because its not extra, it just feels like hes documenting his climbing for himself and its amazing to see

@leablasko4492

Жыл бұрын

yea i really enjoyed the sauna

@jonkimochi1117

Жыл бұрын

especially the last few homemade clips of him connecting it

@alfiepicton1339

Жыл бұрын

its so refreshing to see someone relaxed like this in the age of vlog type youtubers

"Hopefully today is the day that it is climbable, at least" *as a waterfall runs down the boulder* Gotta love the optimism.

@TristanCleveland

Жыл бұрын

...and proceeds to link almost all the moves on a v17...!

Reading the comments it’s safe to say that even without a third V17 Shawn could definitely get a boyfriend in any climbing gym

@onskuu1

Жыл бұрын

indeed 😄

@josefanon8504

Жыл бұрын

lmao

@peteypete5996

Жыл бұрын

Made me laugh.

@jakobbauz

Жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha...

@leesurman2331

Жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣

Crazy to be that close to sending a V17 in the Finnish Winter

@alexbarcovsky4319

Жыл бұрын

Also doing all the moves on the first trip.

@Bennici

Жыл бұрын

Well to be fair Finnish summer is probably like 2 weeks. So that's a really tight timing window to hit.

@MiNi-nn7zi

Жыл бұрын

Yes. It is crazy, but it also set's some precedence. I only wait when the land owner realizes the gem on his property. Forestry, boulders. If nobody ever is willing to pay for use of roads (that will need some fixing eventually), or local moose-hunting society to be careful with a shooting sectors... No, don't get me wrong. But did Nalle or anyone "officially" ever pointed the purpose and use of that boulder particularly? I mean, did anybody informed the master and owner of the lands, why there is continuous stream of visitors on his property? That itself is irrelevent as we have Every-men-rights here in Finland. I only ask, that does people think anything when it was apparent the forest around the burden was felled about 20 years before it was ready for the timber. And it all was gone all the same. Why? PR problem? No worries, after some 5-10 years there will grow some bushes. Lol. Before that, the grudged Landowner may legally just blow out the Burden, and nobody won't accuse him, legally. Think about that, when coming here to project. Ask even, if its ok.

@TristanCleveland

Жыл бұрын

Did he say -4 F or C? Because if it's celsius, it ain't no big deal.

@alexbarcovsky4319

Жыл бұрын

@@TristanCleveland Hes american, so its -25 celsius. But Finland usually doesnt go that low, so I think that was Celsius. Dont forget that Burden is out in the open, so with wind it can easily feel like -15°C.

Aidan Roberts brought Burden of Dreams to the gym, but Shawn Raboutou brught the gym to Burden of Dreams

The quality of these videos are just incredible!!

@lawsong6663

Жыл бұрын

*is

convinced that he already sent it and will announce it in June or something

@kevinmarshall5956

Жыл бұрын

@@idovock7791 not saying it would surprise me if he’s already sent, but I’m pretty sure nalle had all the moves for like 3-4 years before actually sending.

Man watching Shawn connecting those moves really puts in perspective how FRICKING STRONG he is, i just watched the Lattice BOD replica video where Will and Aidan tries to connect the first moves and just looks imposible

This is so well filmed and produced. Seriously, production quality was next level. Mad respect.

Ok this video was sick af especially with the ending having Shawn seemingly stay some extra days completely alone to work it and hitting some insane links?!?! Plus the mtv cribs edit was 👌

The mtv cribs intro is premium internet content. This video made my day man

Looks like the next part gonna be in mellow channel 😉, sick progression!

@josefanon8504

Жыл бұрын

lets hope so lmao

It's insane how fast he's progressing on this.

@andrewskerratt8353

Жыл бұрын

For sure! It’s kinda hard to tell without all the sessions numbered but he was there for like 2 months I think when that Dec. 21st footy was shown

@jeppej4265

Жыл бұрын

@@andrewskerratt8353 You never know how long the final link will take! I think it still took Nalle quite long after doing it in two parts. It's too long from the document but might have been still over a year (correct if you remember). I hope for the send though! Would be great to have second send and hear the comment on the difficulty!

shawn starting youtube was the best thing that has happened in 2022

What an amazing climber, inspiring as always. No complaining, just trying hard! Outdoor climbing at it's best!

My very first time experiencing STOKED at 16:46 when Shawn stuck the first move, my goosebumps have yet to calm down... Gift us that epic trilogy of BOD, battling the hardest bloc in the raging snowstorm and finally take the victory by topping out the boulder under that snow buried tarp alongside with the spring 23 release of Mellow pleaseeeeee!!!🙏

The other V17 Shawn's projecting in this video is called "Flirting with Frostbite in Finland" and we're all here for it

When the proj takes your cap off during a try, you know it's hard :D

thats some huge progress!

Dewwwwwwd! LFG!!! This is so hype. I watched it like 10x before I went to the gym to send my v2 projs

@chrishill5511

Жыл бұрын

You and me both, brother.

Is so Incredible how persistent you are with this boulder it looks like such a challenge and the videos are always such a pleasure to watch

I've seen a few videos of you doing amazing things, and I was impressed. I think this is the second video I've seen of you working on this project, and it's really cool to see what goes into it. I'm amazed how much planning, and trial & error, goes into literally every finger placement and shift of balance or weight. It's also cool to see how much you enjoy the journey of getting there, not just the glory moment of topping it.

Shawn Rabatou's determination and passion for rock climbing is truly inspiring! Watching him tackle the challenging Burden of Dreams route with grace and strength is a testament to the power of the human spirit. Your video captures the beauty of this incredible journey and reminds us all to pursue our dreams no matter how difficult they may seem. Thank you for sharing this incredible moment, it has filled my heart with joy and motivation. I am so siked to see you give it more goes and send it. Also wish me luck at USA climbing bouldering divisionals coming up.

your patience is just incredible, make us dream!

What a vid, finally seeing the project from a great angle. Hope to see you back at it soon

I really like the style and energy of these videos, please try and keep them like this as the channel gets bigger

That last minute and a half is some of the most inspiring climbing content on KZread, keep it up Shawn!

These sessions fill my soul with joy and wonder. I found out my little town has a bouldering gym and I am inspired to get back to my roots of climbing trees, rocks, and buildings as a kiddo. Thanks Shawn. I don't think 25 is too old to start haha.

@Sutherland5

Жыл бұрын

Never too old to start! I started nearly at 31 in 2020 and have had the time of my life with it ever since!

Absolutely love the quality of the production Shawn, someone mentioned it below but you're becoming so much more comfortable with the camera, your funny personality is showing, and your love of climbing it's contagious! Keep the videos coming, it's like we're on the adventure with you. Merci de partager ça avec nous 😁

Woah! When you stuck the first move I was like 🤯 he’s got this! And the jump too! That swing looks insane… fingers crossed you’ll come back and send 🤞

Didn’t know bro was chill like that

was talking with someone about how I wanted to see Shaun try burden, and then he posts this a couple hours later, what a day!

If it wasn't for the title, I'd have guessed this might be the send already. And even with the title I still got super excited with the last tries since it looked like it could actually go! Mad respect for you Shawn, to actually come here IN THE WINTER to project one of the hardest lines ever O_o And the attitude is pure gold. I'm in awe of this man.

Checking my phone after climbing this morning and seeing Stephano announcing his send of Excalibur and your new video made my day. Lovin the try hard man. The progress in so few sessions on Burden is absolutely insane. Inspiring. The conditions juxtaposed with your attitude were just amazing. Keep up the hard word.

Finally someone is putting in the work! Go Shawn!

If I was just walking by this boulder and I didn't know it was an established route I would never think that it would be climbable. You and the few others like you are completely next level

Amazing progress! Unbelivable.

My man so good. Stoked because of your progress, will try my best to send a v7 in my gym. Good luck keep uploading

bro the production quality is on another level!!! so good

Going after Nalle Hukkataival’s project, this is huge. I have been looking forward to seeing someone tackling this beauty for a long time. Shawn keeps pushing the boundaries of bouldering. It took 3 years for Nalle, setting this new milestones (9A) of bouldering. Wish you all the success. Once again, thanks for the inspiration ! PS: the mtv cribs blooper cracked me up 😂😂

What a ending! Bobby really not playing with these edits 🔥 wow. Shawn half gecko too

You haven't seen classic finnish design until you've seen the spiral staircase in Salmisaari

Damn the videography is stellar on that opening sequence, great job to the whole crew!

Pretty sick setup. Definitely worth it. If you're gonna go all that way for one boulder you gotta make it work. Just think how crazy it would be to send and have to top out under the tarp and tunnel through it.

Sick vid!! Love the dedication and staying true to the mission!

YO! The camera work, pacing, and vibe of this video is incredible!

Such a great video, love the editing and seeing Shawn try hard is always motivating 🔥

Love the projecting vids. Keep it up🤌🏻🤌🏻

It requires SO MUCH mental toughness to keep the motivation in these situations! And he sais he's destroyed while smiling. There's so much we can learn from you Shawn! Loving your contents!

Im freezing watching this from comfy home. Awesome vid bro!

You made my day with this video 👍👍 Very promising link ups in the end. You can definetely do this.

Me and Shawn are the same, this is how I feel goin up the stairs to school in the morning.

Awesome video, I loved the MTV Cribs bit. Good luck on the proj!

Love watching these videos and seeing everything that goes into sending something like this. Also theres something comforting about seeing the most elite climbers dealing with the same things us mere mortals have to skin, conditions, tweaking beta, its universal.

starting to love this channel more and more. dope tarp house btw 😂

GG Shawn, great mindset! Keep going

Dope editing! And Shawn sends this in a few sesh, big progress already

Dude, absolutely sick video. I am loving seeing you on Burden, insane that you have it in 3 parts already and in such horrendous conditions. The MTV cribs was hilarious, made my day. You're such an inspiration and role model, love the videos. Was texting one of my friends from climbing while watching it and at 6:00 when you said this is the guest bedroom, feel free to crash with us if you are trying burden I texted I'll pick you up in 30, we're headed to Finland lol. Can't wait to see you give more sessions on it. Keep it up man, it'll go sometime soon. The try hard is such an inspiration, love it.

@jrblackify

Жыл бұрын

I smiled at "you have it in 3 parts already." Burden is 3 moves.

You need some long johns for projecting in cold! Good work with the tarp btw. It's a short season and it looks like you managed to squeeze few more days into it!

@trinidadcollier9437

Жыл бұрын

I prefer to call them john longs.

Dude that was so close...great video update. Looking forward to seeing the send 👍

@andycowley7979

Жыл бұрын

Feel like this is a scam. Anyway I live in the UK so can't receive the Organic prize...

you gotta love when nature creates the perfect board climb in boulder form

Not sure what's more impressive, almost sending burden or the structural integrity of the tarp set-up at the end.

Shawn is unstoppable

Glad to see Shawn drinking that Nocco sport drink 🤪🤩

My skin is quite dry and hard, and I used to get splits like that. I would lightly tape over the split between sessions. I found it would keep the skin around the split softer, so that moving my finger wouldn't keep the split open. They healed up faster that way.

Really good edit. Looking strong af in the camo!

This is like professional skater levels of dedication to a send. Putting up that tarp and going out in the Finnish winter knowing damn well you may not send it this season is insane. I cannot even understand the mental fortitude it takes to do that. Absurd stuff

I really like the fact that it is the Finnish winter and you have build a little shelter to protect the holds from getting wet

Showed this to a non climber friend and he asked why you didn’t just keep your feet on. Then I went and cried in the shower with my 200 dollar shoes I can’t send v9 in😊

So good! These videos are super good! So good that I actually would prefer some more uncuts of the actual moves honestly, not just crazy angles and slow mo’s of the moves. That can be the down side to trying to make a crazy edit. It seems like tons of goes weren’t included and just the interesting stuff is included, but I’d love to see it all! Also wild how quickly the first move went 🤯, obvs like 2 months of try’s is a long time but for burden that’s quick!

Great video ! At first, i tought that you Brooke the beta but you Shawn incredible strength and technique ! :)

really enjoyed the mtv crib clit took me back to my youthful days as a mtv watcher

some good links happening 🥳 crazy editing quality these vids are doooope

It's the hardest boulder in the worst weather, but it's still moving. I wouldn't even consider jumping on the project without near-perfect conditions. I am in awe.

Videos are always made soooo good😍

You will get there one day since the path has been shown. After you have figured this puzzle out I will go and do it too....first spending a couple hours masoning some steps on the side of it.

Even though you have only few videos on your channel they are so sick mann, mega good effort

Ugh, that tease at the beginning. Shawn, you naughty dog.

So sick, he makes the moves look easy af

It's incredible how hard these individual moves look and feel. And no matter if the grade is confirmed in the end or not - imagine the difficulty of e. g. Alphane shrinked into 5 moves.

Dedication and time on this boulder really shows how insane this boulder is.

You'll do it shawn, keep it up!

I was casually vibing in a public outdoor sauna in Helsinki a few months back. I saw the most jacked dorito-shaped dude walk in there and after a while I realised it was Shawn. Kinda regretting that I did'nt say a word to him. He seemed so chill tho :D

@LNLTuukkeli

Жыл бұрын

Was he packing tho?

@Arteken

Жыл бұрын

Wow

@LNLCLIMBING

Жыл бұрын

Wow sick dude!

@murekare3517

Жыл бұрын

😂 kinda weird way to meet somebody

giulianos goofy ass giggle when getting in the car cracks me up hahah, another awesome vid

Probably the most brutal dryfires ever haha. Super inspirational stuff, i aspire to be as positive when projecting as shawn is.

this man put the MTV cribs intro. love it

Now I’m jus waiting for Aiden to finally get back on this. The stoke is unreal

i always feel so stoked to go climb after watching either of the raboutous

Damn the last Minute of the Video beginning at 15:10 really hypes you up for more. Looks like you are close!

Dang, looks like it will go soon!

How the intro preludes the outro clip was rly sick, ur editor is on one

The shelter building is impeccable

Anytime in the future i feel complaining about bad weather conditions, i'll think of this video.

@Hikups

Жыл бұрын

​@[ᴛᴇxᴛ ᴍᴇ ᴏɴ ᴛᴇʟᴇɢʀᴀᴍ @Raboutou 💩🖕

Some one give the camera crew some double capuchinos ☕️ 👏🏽 awesome content!

Next sesh 🤘 you got this