Pro climber pretends to be beginner at climbing gym

The most impressive thing about this video is how magnus actually thinks his disguise is good.

"To pull this off I decided to go the extra mile" Proceeds to get recognised instantly 😂

The dude helping out and providing tips the whole time deserves some major appreciation, what a nice guy

That guy sacrificed his whole climb session to guide a beginner, what a champ. I was once a beginner runner and volunteer run group leaders gave up their session to pace me and do run backs. That kind of selflessness is so heart warming. Now I am doing the same for the beginners.

“You’re not Eric” The funniest line I’ve heard in a long time

I dont think Magnus realises just how famous he is amongst climbers 😂 also possibly overestimates how much these disguises mask his identity. Always quality entertainment though

Hi this is Paul, yep that one. It’s taken a few days for me to actually pluck up the courage and watch the video, but I think it came out pretty good in the end. The main thing to take out of it imo is what a great community the climbing community is. I’ve scrolled down through some of the comments and will add a few of my own. The film “crew” is just one guy. There was supposed to be a female staff member who had no idea who Magnus is “starring” in the video but she had to pull out last minute so the owners had to try me! The vast majority of our customers will never visit a different climbing gym yet alone climb outdoors which is why we use the 4 point belay method as opposed to 5 point. It may look awkward but it’s not, and has the advantage of the belayer always having 2 hands on the tail of the rope. But if customers wish to use 5 point and can do it safely we don’t mind. Manny was brilliant and is truly a great guy and a credit to our local climbing community and all that we stand for. Thanks mate👍 More than happy to answer any more questions you guys may have.

Dude in the glasses is a prime example of the people you want around you when getting into a hobby, understanding n patient. Way too often you have the more experienced people come in and just shit on the new people just to make themselves feel better. That has always been such a pet peeve of mine

As a bigger guy, I've been apprehensive about getting into climbing because I never thought I'd be good at it. Seeing a heavier guy in this video who's a decent climber was really cool. It's actually motivated me to finally give it a shot. Edit: Since making this comment, I've been bouldering at least twice a week every week and plan to continue it :)

Gotta send some love out to Manny. The patience and kindness he gave to Erick, who was a glorious dumbass was a testament to him. You're a good dude Manny. 🎉🙌

0:45 "you are not Eric" 3:10 chalk ball 3:50 shaking out arms habit 4:06 "I need my gloves" 6:20 wall smash 7:20 liquid chalk application technique 7:53 "does the rope snap" 8:20 barn door 11:35 grigri batteries 14:05 that guy Alex Hammond

that liquid chalk squirt into the chalk bag had me in stitches. Also the " how often do you need to change the battery". awesome coaches too, makes me proud of climbing community :')

the climbing instructor was totally loving being in on the gig. such a wholesome video <3

Magnus really nailed the behaviour this time. the gloves, liquid chalk down in the bag, calling bouldering free climbing.

That random dude helping out is such a homie. Everyone climbing should be that nice to new climbers, thats awesome

The Aussie dude is so humble and genuine, proper sound guy! You should do something with him again!

“But to be extra extra sure, I traveled to the other side of the world” instantly gets recognized by the first person he meets ☠️☠️☠️

Honestly don't get how he's so skilled at being both amazing at climbing and being bad at climbing. Keep it up Mag ! 😁

I absolutely love the people who are unaware of who you are and how genuine, kind, and patient they are. The climbing community is incredible in how they root for others.

The "bigger" guy is such a sweetheart! Excellent instructor, and excellent partner!