Climbing the Crack

i agree with another user it is really cool to see the sport being promoted... it's a great way to stay in shape, have fun, and meet great people. everyone should hit up a local climbing spot or a gym!

Inspiring. Makes me want to try climbing too.

It's always inspiring to witness the relentless pursuit of a passion, full of blood sweat and tears, for no one's satisfaction but your own. It's also interesting to see the dichotomous lifestyles of these climbers and what they sacrifice for their sport

I first saw this as part of College_Current's outreach reel. They just showed the part about Didier so I thought the whole piece was about him. I love this pod -- so many things are working so nicely here, including of course the amazing cinematography, the music, the editing, and the nice personal touch with an insight into how Didier lives this lifestyle. I found his French accent hard to understand at times, and the choice not to put in subtitles (even though he's speaking English, sometimes people do that for ease of understanding) worked for me. I could get the gist of Didier's words without understanding every one. I have done a bit of crack climbing and I understand how exhiliarating it can be -- I can't wait to see his whole film!

sweet guys. you told the story well and had some hard ass climbers.

when i watched this i was on the edge if my seat... i was absolutely absorbed and even shed a tear when he finally made it...awesome!

If you like this you should watch the WHOLE video! Go check out "First Ascent" by sender films. It includes a lot of other first ascent adventures, including alpine, trad, and deep water soloing at amazing destinations all over the world. Sender Films latest masterpiece: King Lines is also a huge thrill to watch! Yay rock climbing!

Really amazing piece here. I would love to speak to you to find out where / how you were rigged up to film the climbing parts.

Also, good footage of the climbers' hands.

Excellent work.

As a climber myself I'm glad to see the promotion of our sport. Thanks for getting the word around.

amazing expose on the difficulty, intensity and focus needed for this type of climb. this is how life was meant to be experienced: on the edge of your own capabilities for the sake, not of a greater good, but advancement in your physical enlightenment.

Intense! Nice Pod, brings back great memories. Reminds me of my younger days of climbing, you know, before marriage. Ah, great times at short mountain, foster falls, and the T-wall.