Historic FLASH of Climbing's Most Famous Offwidth

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  • Опубліковано 9 кві 2022
  • Mari Salvesen becomes only the second person in history to flash the 5.13 offwidth Belly Full of Bad Berries in Indian Creek Utah. This is a massively significant ascent in offwidth climbing, crack climbing and women's trad climbing
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  • @tmurray1567
    @tmurray1567 2 роки тому +1589

    This achievement is underrated as fuck. This is insane.

    • @JesseT86
      @JesseT86 2 роки тому +51

      even Ondra didn't flash this one.

    • @tmurray1567
      @tmurray1567 2 роки тому +28

      @@JesseT86 Mari Salvesen deserves recognition on a world wide level. She is the true Champion!

    • @jjns3991624
      @jjns3991624 2 роки тому +19

      @@JesseT86 he went for the onsight and ended up doing it second go. He also said that before trying BFOBB he had never been on any overhanging offwidths.

    • @xbr4dx
      @xbr4dx 2 роки тому +12

      who's underrating it? That was badass full stop. really inspiring to see that effort

    • @iz2333
      @iz2333 Рік тому

      I'm underrating it, can anyone explain? I get how impressive the physical effort is but I know nothing about climbing and don't understand why she had to go upside down there.

  • @grampsz.
    @grampsz. 2 роки тому +1002

    Climbing this on it's own is impressive, flashing this is absolutely insane. Congrats Mari, well deserved!

  • @glynwilliams13266231
    @glynwilliams13266231 2 роки тому +717

    Well that was emotional! Pete and Tom wanted that as much as Mari. Bloody brilliant and what an effort. Well done Mari

    • @toddphillips9989
      @toddphillips9989 2 роки тому +11

      Is that Tom belaying her? I couldn't tell from how tight the hood was around his head.

    • @leeproctor7132
      @leeproctor7132 2 роки тому +2

      Awesome

    • @buridah328
      @buridah328 Рік тому +2

      Her size and technique helped her

    • @urabagofcells2228
      @urabagofcells2228 10 місяців тому +5

      I think the tightness of the hood around the man’s face tells you it is indeed Tom 😊😅

  • @cfoscoop
    @cfoscoop 2 роки тому +616

    The way she rests with just foot jams looks so sick, can't even imagine the core strength. Awesome achievement!

    • @lucabrito
      @lucabrito 2 роки тому +47

      You can actually see the core strength. The sheer muscular abs she got

    • @ISLAM_IS_EVIL
      @ISLAM_IS_EVIL 8 місяців тому

      Id Tap Dat!

    • @radscorpion8
      @radscorpion8 Місяць тому

      @@lucabrito lol you guys they're just regularly toned abs its not that amazing

  • @chabum81
    @chabum81 2 роки тому +381

    Amazing, Mari, so impressive!
    For context, Ondra said about this route: "Belly Full of Bad Berries 5.13 on my second go today, one the biggest fights of my life."

    • @joestevenson5568
      @joestevenson5568 2 роки тому +35

      As demonstrated by the wideboyz though, Ondra sort of muscled through it with iffy crack technique.

    • @danieljensen2626
      @danieljensen2626 2 роки тому +43

      @@joestevenson5568 Mostly iffy foot technique. He is a solid crack climber but I don't think he has done many off-widths.

    • @chaosengine4597
      @chaosengine4597 2 роки тому +32

      idk what the O-Dog means. Mari went through it like a hot knife through butter oO

    • @hartmutbraun6712
      @hartmutbraun6712 2 роки тому +14

      @@joestevenson5568 to me it seems that one major difference is that she was capable of resting hanging on her feet. Adam couldn’t do this and tried resting hanging on his arms. He is specifically commenting on the trouble this route was causing to his legs.
      Is it at all sensible to compare two physically different climber‘s? If yes, I would love two see a direct side by side comparison of their ascends.

    • @pascaljutras178
      @pascaljutras178 Рік тому +11

      @@hartmutbraun6712 low body weight is a real advantage when it is time to hold by feet in a inconfortable and painful situation, the painful pressure is less.

  • @snefansson
    @snefansson 2 роки тому +489

    What an absolute beast she is!
    Edit: Nice that the music stopped real early. Just pure power and good footage. Top editing!

  • @Gremlin4498
    @Gremlin4498 2 роки тому +355

    Mari is the only climber where I find myself worrying if the rocks knew what they were in for.

  • @Cleeemoo
    @Cleeemoo 2 роки тому +123

    The tension during the ascent... the silent that a massive scream broke... the detailed hand and leg work... insane core work... I had to pause the video to get my chalkbag. This is massive, this is huge! Big congratulations Mari! As Pete always says "Good effort!" but that was way more than that! This was insane. I need a nap.

  • @annakleaber
    @annakleaber 2 роки тому +41

    Didn't know I could be so proud of a stranger! Amazing job
    Edit: Just read that it's the second flash ever. Legendary

    • @jacobrogers7286
      @jacobrogers7286 2 роки тому +29

      The first flash was by the guy holding the camera at the top

  • @WillTheFrozen
    @WillTheFrozen 2 роки тому +68

    That's how you become a legend.

  • @ryanlange4642
    @ryanlange4642 2 роки тому +89

    I had to rewatch the power scream at least 5 times! Seeing the look on Mari's face when she clipped the chains made me as happy as I was when Tom and Pete sent century crack. So stoked for all of you! What an amazing trip!

  • @goatbloat8233
    @goatbloat8233 2 роки тому +24

    I was missing Mari on this channel and bammmm...a video for the ages. Congrats Mari. That was intense.

  • @Overitall805
    @Overitall805 Рік тому +20

    Been climbing 30 years...this is one of the most impressive flashes I've Ever seen !

  • @steve45
    @steve45 2 роки тому +169

    That was special to watch! Mari is amazing! Its so important that moments like these are documented, thank you for doing so! That was both emotional to watch and inspiring!

  • @slapthesloper
    @slapthesloper 2 роки тому +47

    That was the most intense emotion I’ve ever felt conveyed in a climbing video. Such an amazing send from Mari

  • @mrfreezeindahouse
    @mrfreezeindahouse 2 роки тому +83

    Now that's impressive. I'm in awe. Huge congrats to Mari. Thank you wideboyz for sharing such high quality content!

  • @CUJOtheMASTER
    @CUJOtheMASTER 2 роки тому +32

    Wow that was impressive! Spent the entire video on the edge of my seat!

  • @hidden_sense9839
    @hidden_sense9839 2 роки тому +22

    F**** insane! Already saw the clip of Mari doing it on instagram, but seeing it completely and like that makes it even more impressive! Absolutely impressive! Mari splitting the rock (pun 100% intended) and crushing it!

  • @jameslambert1764
    @jameslambert1764 2 роки тому +47

    That is absolutely insane. I did my first offwidth a few days ago and got completely shut down on a 5.7. I can't imagine how insanely challenging this is even when you do know proper technique. Mari, you're an absolute beast and an inspiration

  • @mikesteffen3378
    @mikesteffen3378 2 роки тому +36

    Absolutely amazing accomplishment. I showed this to my 9 year old daughter and she was mesmerized. Thank you Mari for inspiring both young and old!

  • @pietervermeulen1619
    @pietervermeulen1619 2 роки тому +24

    6:50 Tom is just chilling while Mari is giving it all

  • @jdbagert
    @jdbagert 2 роки тому +128

    I’m tearing up. Absolutely phenomenal effort - congrats!

    • @dave_h_8742
      @dave_h_8742 2 роки тому +2

      I'm not crying i have allergies !

  • @jacktrussler20
    @jacktrussler20 2 роки тому +21

    I already knew mari was an absolute beast, but this just proves it!

  • @ArrowOfTruth01
    @ArrowOfTruth01 Рік тому +27

    The way she smiles and celebrates with the people around her is incredibly touching. I want to have accomplishments like that. Absolute inspiration.

  • @Meepmeeple
    @Meepmeeple 2 роки тому +15

    What a gruelling intense climb, Mari just absolutely grinding it out, truly impressive.
    Congrats, and great filming as always boys!

  • @adamnacht6232
    @adamnacht6232 2 роки тому +15

    What an insane send! Mari, you are my favorite climber out there. You put up a good fight, I really felt that! Congrats on that huge achievement

  • @bencoward2748
    @bencoward2748 2 роки тому +15

    Incredible effort and unbelievable strength from Mari. So cool! I love watching her climb.

  • @jlehm
    @jlehm 2 роки тому +16

    Absolutely amazing send Mari! Would love to see a post flash recap of what she was thinking throughout the climb and what it was like when it all hit her at the end.

  • @08Shade80
    @08Shade80 2 роки тому +11

    What an absolute fking unit. I love Mari so much. Complete badass

  • @noone-ld7pt
    @noone-ld7pt 2 роки тому +13

    An absolutely beastly performance by Mari. Very very people in the world could do that route at all, and she fucking FLASHED it!
    Was not expecting the power scream at 9:25! That one would make Ondra proud! Massive congrats to Mari!

  • @zanemain9951
    @zanemain9951 Рік тому +7

    At 2:50 watching her forearm engage is crazy! She's so strong you can literally see it. This is what hardwork and dedication looks like.

  • @fotthewhuck
    @fotthewhuck 2 роки тому +7

    mari is CRACKed!
    btw, thanks for the inspiration dear wideboyz and girl. i have no good crack in my area but you got me so hyped im gonna travel soon.
    never stop being awesome!

  • @starlitshadows
    @starlitshadows Рік тому +5

    This is my first introduction to this channel and wow... one of the best climbing vids I've ever seen. Best battle cry I've heard on a wall with those shredded abs too. What a war, couldn't be more badass Mari! 💪🔥

  • @ThunderChunky101
    @ThunderChunky101 Рік тому +18

    Incredible effort here, perfect attack. The grandkids will be absolutely amazed at this kind of tenacity.
    My grandparents were in the circus, the feats they used to perform are, to me at least, beyond comprehension for normal people. There are videos in existence, black and white.
    Watching this gives that same kind of feeling, especially considering how much Mari reminds me of my mum growing up.
    Incredible skill and tenacity.
    What a great pair you make!
    So impressive here.

  • @meganwong9508
    @meganwong9508 2 роки тому +5

    Wow, what an amazing achievement. Huge congrats to Mari! I always enjoy watching her climb and seeing this was incredibly inspiring. Congrats!

  • @rileycahoon400
    @rileycahoon400 2 роки тому +5

    Congrats Mari! So amazing! You’re an inspiration to us all. And it sounds like you couldn’t have had a better support crew. Cheers.

  • @paulthreesixty
    @paulthreesixty 2 роки тому +12

    Mari is just one of those people you love to see succeed

  • @hawthornewipe
    @hawthornewipe 2 роки тому +8

    Holy shit.... My eyes got abs from watching this. Absolute beast!!!!

  • @gothicanimegirl44
    @gothicanimegirl44 Рік тому +7

    This is one of the most horrifying things i could ever imagine. I'm already afraid of heights but having to go upside down to climb it. That's insane. You did an amazing job that most couldn't do ever let alone as well.

  • @paulgomez-tejedormendia3671
    @paulgomez-tejedormendia3671 2 роки тому +3

    Incredible stuff Mari… that was inspiring and emotional! Fcking beast!!!!! History made in front of our own eyes. Thanks for recording this so we all can watch it Pete

  • @frankheiser2775
    @frankheiser2775 2 роки тому +8

    To quote Pete: "Absolutely smashed it!!" Watching this, what an emotional ride! Sweaty hands, goosebumps and the final gave me full on chills. Gongrats and a lot of respect to Mari.

  • @HaleyMorganB
    @HaleyMorganB 2 роки тому +3

    So incredibly rad. Psyched on all the super strong ladies crushing it on trad lately! So inspired by you, Mari

  • @honza4471
    @honza4471 2 роки тому +2

    That’s one of the most incredible efforts I’ve watched. So well done!!

  • @miataqc8763
    @miataqc8763 Рік тому +4

    Seeing videos like this gets me so inspired to go climb. I'm quite a beginner still. Only climbed roughly ten times and I am still BEAT from climbing four days ago and this made me feel like I was never even sore. Im so ready to go climb tomorrow now. Those screams give me the damn goosebumps. I'm over here struggling to stay on an overhanging V2 for more than 30 seconds and this shit went on for at least ten minutes. That is just incredible.

  • @driesvanoosten4417
    @driesvanoosten4417 2 роки тому +3

    What an achievement! While watching I didn't even realize it was a flash and was already impressed with how smooth that went. Incredible!

  • @ericsophiea6481
    @ericsophiea6481 2 роки тому +5

    Mari is amazing. The determination, skill, and training required to flash this climb boggles my mind. Well done Mari!

  • @ffffff34th3r
    @ffffff34th3r 2 роки тому

    Can't stop watching, thank you for posting the full climb!

  • @p.richter9592
    @p.richter9592 2 роки тому +1

    Gratulerer Mari, for en utrolig innsats. Det der så ekstremt ut. Men, så har jeg jo fått med meg at du er ekstremt dyktig. Så da er det vel logisk at du greier det utroligste. Veldig spennende å se på 👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴

  • @themanissam1
    @themanissam1 2 роки тому +7

    I have been watching Mari on this channel for a while and it's just now that I fell in love. What an absolute badass. I had tears in my eyes at the end. Amazing!

  • @Jagknorr
    @Jagknorr 2 роки тому +3

    Wowie wow wow! Such a tense video. Well done! 🤩

  • @Helixe1
    @Helixe1 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing flash Mari! This is absolutely monumental and you made that look so much easier than Ondra did !

  • @brdw
    @brdw 2 роки тому +1

    OMFG Mari. You quietly hang in the background of so many Wide Boyz videos of you smash this like it's a warmup. Absolutely incredible.

  • @mrthirty1139
    @mrthirty1139 2 роки тому +18

    That is some of the best climbing footage I've ever seen. Mari is a beast! Must have been pumped out of her mind. As Pete would say, good effort.
    What is the O grading? Perhaps it should be M grading now since Mari > Ondra

    • @danp2509
      @danp2509 2 роки тому +6

      i think it took ondra 2 attempts

    • @chaosengine4597
      @chaosengine4597 2 роки тому +18

      I think Mari will downgrade it to 5.10, as you can climb it with open laces no problem.

  • @kalashlifetnt9936
    @kalashlifetnt9936 Рік тому +6

    Nothing but respect, I can only imagine how much determination and effort went in to not only this huge feat she’s accomplished, but her becoming the badass person that she is.

  • @stitch3163
    @stitch3163 2 роки тому +4

    Wicked! A truly stunning climb, Mari! With your shoes almost falling off, even. Wow!

  • @brentwalker3300
    @brentwalker3300 Рік тому +2

    That is some major commitment. Those awkward foot and arm positions while placing pieces is so challenging. Damn, what a line! Congrats!

  • @JMZ369
    @JMZ369 2 роки тому +4

    9:01 hanging from the crack by her ankles, belayer lying down... in isolation the most relaxed climb ever!! Amazing send, what an athlete.

  • @samshornvibes
    @samshornvibes 2 роки тому +5

    That was incredible! What an amazing feat! Congratulations!

  • @80419415769
    @80419415769 Рік тому +2

    This was one the most impressive things I've ever seen. Pure skill, grit and determination. 🔥🔥🔥

  • @dougthebuilder1
    @dougthebuilder1 2 роки тому +1

    been waiting for this since the news of her send, absolutely awesome, well done Mari!!

  • @gerbutt
    @gerbutt 2 роки тому +4

    That was edge of your seat stuff, amazing!! Well done 🤗

  • @kavali6320
    @kavali6320 2 роки тому +3

    Needed a hanky at the end... Watching Mari climbing/squeezing/topping this route was pure pleasure. Congrats!

  • @molouder9061
    @molouder9061 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely freaking the most amazing climb I have ever seen. I haven't seen anyone flash those cracks to my knowledge like that, good on ya mate. Utterly fantastic. Wish I could even try the first 1/8th and not fall. Sending all my respect your way. Keep trucking on.

  • @ArinaThomsen
    @ArinaThomsen 2 роки тому +1

    I was hurting and tensing all over just watching it. Such an intense climb! Peter is a perfect climbing doula. Congratulations, Mari, absolutely brilliant!

  • @jeffb.1555
    @jeffb.1555 2 роки тому +3

    Congratulations Mari!! That was a hard fight, way to stick with it. So impressive!!

  • @dave_h_8742
    @dave_h_8742 2 роки тому +6

    🤯 such a fight ! Bat hangs (that training after the failure bat in Magnus gym really payed off) and endurance, blown away by Mari she is a beast and should be recognised more for her "good efforts", also on sighting this was epic too. Top quality video, music and editing too.
    How did Pete get to the camera spot down rope then climb around ?

    • @WideBoyz
      @WideBoyz  2 роки тому +8

      I aided up the route first to put the rope up for filming 👍

  • @kathmandoo
    @kathmandoo Рік тому

    You must be incredibly strong and fearless. I got so tense just watching. Well done.

  • @andrearossi7741
    @andrearossi7741 2 роки тому

    Incredible, wow, what an incredible achievement! This was really inspiring, thanks Mari!

  • @haetta
    @haetta 2 роки тому +5

    Grueling and beautiful. Absolutely inspiring!

  • @alcupone6462
    @alcupone6462 2 роки тому +30

    So rad! Congrats on this unbelievable feat!
    Is there an extension of the route through the widest part of the crack? Or are you working on the FA?

    • @WideBoyz
      @WideBoyz  2 роки тому +49

      You can tunnel inside and it's a squeeze. Not massively intersting and has some loose stuff it doesn't look overly exciting...
      We thought the same thing Initally when first doing the route 11 years ago

  • @TCsnipzz
    @TCsnipzz Рік тому

    I haven’t been so transfixed watching anything in a very very long time. Massive congratulations on the flash Mari. Absolutely incredible 🔥🙌💪

  • @HBontekoe
    @HBontekoe 2 роки тому +1

    Absolute badass!! I was tensing up the entire video! Supercool!

  • @LiveLaughJordan-oi6tg
    @LiveLaughJordan-oi6tg 2 роки тому +11

    I'M NOT CRYING YOU'RE CRYING

  • @davidforshaw6447
    @davidforshaw6447 Рік тому +6

    I am not a climber, but love watching this stuff.....that was absolutely incredible to see, much respect for Mari for accomplishing this astounding feat

    • @yosemitepark
      @yosemitepark Рік тому

      ...same!

    • @user-fj6db1sk7c
      @user-fj6db1sk7c 3 місяці тому

      Absolutely no matter, because she's just flat and useless underwoman. Cringe

  • @endre2044
    @endre2044 2 роки тому +2

    I guess this is how climbing history is written. Congrats, absolutely amazing 👏

  • @michaelmanes3751
    @michaelmanes3751 Рік тому

    One of the best climbing videos ever in all respects. Intense.
    Interesting and instructive to move your phone a quarter turn and watch from that angle.
    Loved the final Beta.
    Heck of a climb!!!

  • @jstuckless
    @jstuckless 9 місяців тому +4

    Everyone commenting about her strength, which is obviously amazing, but in this climb, her endurance is really something else, those shuffling sections were a mini-marathon each.

  • @GUStavoSuperCool
    @GUStavoSuperCool 2 роки тому +4

    Mari the BEAST!!! That was awesome, what a blast!!

  • @MacraDarkstar
    @MacraDarkstar Рік тому

    I've already watched this a few times when it was new but the reel brought me back for another watch.

  • @caverbridget
    @caverbridget 2 роки тому

    Gratulerer så mye Mari, helt fantastisk og inspirerende 👍🇧🇻🎉

  • @peteypete5996
    @peteypete5996 2 роки тому +5

    How on Earth do you flash 'Belly Full of Bad Berries'?! Get Mari to climb it. Soooo impressive!

  • @Exit_Sign
    @Exit_Sign 2 роки тому +3

    So impressive!!!

  • @deathmetalhablo
    @deathmetalhablo 2 роки тому

    I love the uncut and original style of this video. No annoying music, nice!

  • @trachtigetanne1197
    @trachtigetanne1197 2 роки тому +1

    Holy cow! Congrats Mari! That is one of the most intense climbing videos I've seen... Viking Warrior Soul

  • @Rycamcam
    @Rycamcam 2 роки тому +17

    What a fight! So inspiring! Kudos to Mari Salvesen!
    And, fun fact: guess who's the first person to flash this?
    Pete Whittaker.

  • @kyukyu5982
    @kyukyu5982 2 роки тому +8

    And the closest I'll ever get to this achievement is having a belly full of berries! Haha nice one Mari!

  • @AndrewBenham
    @AndrewBenham 2 роки тому +1

    Mind blowingly good. Hugely significant ascent and a superb video.

  • @jeremiahmelson8530
    @jeremiahmelson8530 5 місяців тому

    I’ve come back to this video so many times and I have to admit that this is one of the most brilliant athletic achievements I’ve ever seen!

  • @perzoorgasmatron4914
    @perzoorgasmatron4914 2 роки тому +3

    Pete, you really have a SuperWoman at home! 💪💪💪🤘. Long live the legend of Mari 🎉🎉🥳

  • @vampirepilot623
    @vampirepilot623 2 роки тому +3

    Mari you savage... I'm speechless...

  • @NatetheAceOfficial
    @NatetheAceOfficial 2 роки тому

    Sending this to everyone! Excellent work!

  • @jaymassey7931
    @jaymassey7931 Рік тому +1

    I love this video. No music, no nature B-roll, no interviews, just climbing.

  • @davidofoakland2363
    @davidofoakland2363 2 роки тому +3

    I thought flash was to climb a route with no takes or falls; but this would be more properly called an ONSIGHT! First try! Bloody amazing and will be remembered for a long time. Congrats to Mari! I look forward to seeing what she does next.

    • @WideBoyz
      @WideBoyz  2 роки тому +11

      Onsight = first try, no falls, no prior knowledge about the climbing
      Flash = first try, no falls, knowledge/beta about the climbing
      👍

  • @LucaGoesOffroad
    @LucaGoesOffroad Рік тому +5

    Can we please give the spotlight to more women like this? I'm sick of Lizzo

  • @sebastiangruben8633
    @sebastiangruben8633 7 місяців тому +2

    My hands got all sweaty just watching this, and I literally held my breath. Stunning performance.

  • @robtimmer3840
    @robtimmer3840 Рік тому

    Awestruck! What an epic achievement. There were moments where I forgot to breathe just watching such a supreme effort! Kudos to you.

  • @CJski
    @CJski 2 роки тому +4

    Bish bash bosh

  • @ActiveAlexis
    @ActiveAlexis 2 роки тому

    I’ve been waiting for this!!! This is AMAZING

  • @antipode3141592
    @antipode3141592 2 роки тому +1

    Holy cow, what an incredible flash. Fantastic send, Mari!

  • @duncanedelstein6553
    @duncanedelstein6553 2 роки тому

    That ... was ... insanity ! what an excellent battle , everything was so so perfect. This is truly an immesrable flash. Congrats!!!!