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Giant Rock
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My goal is to entertain you with rock climbing stories.
I'm a documentary filmmaker based out of Joshua Tree, CA whose love for rock climbing has not dwindled since I was first introduced to our great sport at Stoney Point almost twenty years ago. While I've never been a particularly great climber, I like to think of myself as a pro climbing content creator. For most of my life I've worked in video production to pay the bills, because lord knows UA-cam ain't gonna do it, but my passion has always led me back to making climbing videos.
This channel is my creative outlet where I hope to share that passion with you. Wether that be in documenting cutting edge climbing from top professionals, taking deep dives into climbing history, or exploring for boulders in the middle of the desert, it's my deepest pleasure to invite you along. Thanks for stopping by and I hope you stay awhile.
-Cole Gibson
I'm a documentary filmmaker based out of Joshua Tree, CA whose love for rock climbing has not dwindled since I was first introduced to our great sport at Stoney Point almost twenty years ago. While I've never been a particularly great climber, I like to think of myself as a pro climbing content creator. For most of my life I've worked in video production to pay the bills, because lord knows UA-cam ain't gonna do it, but my passion has always led me back to making climbing videos.
This channel is my creative outlet where I hope to share that passion with you. Wether that be in documenting cutting edge climbing from top professionals, taking deep dives into climbing history, or exploring for boulders in the middle of the desert, it's my deepest pleasure to invite you along. Thanks for stopping by and I hope you stay awhile.
-Cole Gibson
Anguish, Embarrassment & Savagery - Tradprincess pt2 Dramatic Finale
Anguish, Embarrassment & Savagery - Tradprincess pt2 Dramatic Finale
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She Uses Her HEAD To Climb...Literally. Tradprincess & The Hondo Off Width Day 1
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She Uses Her HEAD To Climb...Literally. Tradprincess & The Hondo Off Width Day 1
Ethan Pringle Swarmed By Fanboys - A Joshua Tree Bouldering Story
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Ethan Pringle Swarmed By Fanboys - A Joshua Tree Bouldering Story
Proof I Sort Of Used To Be Able To Climb - Hot Tuna V5 - Stoney Point
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Weak Man Tries To Climb Mini Moonboard | Is Kilter Board Better?
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Weak Man Tries To Climb Mini Moonboard | Is Kilter Board Better?
The LOST Stoney Point DVD Bonus Feature - Hard Boulders & Funny Stories
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RISE OF THE VAKILI - A Joshua Tree Bouldering Story
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RISE OF THE VAKILI - A Joshua Tree Bouldering Story
Learn How To Climb From The Original Master - Basic & Advanced Rockcraft by Royal Robbins
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Old School vs New School Rock Climbing Showdown - Redemption of Andrew Rock pt2 - A Bouldering Story
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Old School vs New School Rock Climbing Showdown - Redemption of Andrew Rock pt2 - A Bouldering Story
Can This OLD CLIMBER Still Boulder Hard? | A Joshua Tree Bouldering Story
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Can This OLD CLIMBER Still Boulder Hard? | A Joshua Tree Bouldering Story
Searching For New Rock To Climb In The Middle Of The Desert | BOULDER HUNTERS Ep1
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Searching For New Rock To Climb In The Middle Of The Desert | BOULDER HUNTERS Ep1
Mason Earle And The Off Width Pt2 | A Joshua Tree Wide Crack Story | Earle Struggs pt2
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Mason Earle And The Off Width Pt2 | A Joshua Tree Wide Crack Story | Earle Struggs pt2
Skipping The Bolts at Donner Summit - "Taste the Bronco" 5.13c/d - ON GEAR!!
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Skipping The Bolts at Donner Summit - "Taste the Bronco" 5.13c/d - ON GEAR!!
Open Book the FIRST 5.9 - A Rock Climbing Story
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Open Book the FIRST 5.9 - A Rock Climbing Story
CAVEMAN a Joshua Tree Bouldering Classic | All Variations | V6-V10
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CAVEMAN a Joshua Tree Bouldering Classic | All Variations | V6-V10
Mason Meets The OFFWIDTH | A Joshua Tree Wide Crack Story | Earle Struggs pt1
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Mason Meets The OFFWIDTH | A Joshua Tree Wide Crack Story | Earle Struggs pt1
5.14c or 5.12d? "My Idea of Fun" - a Joshua Tree rock climbing story
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5.14c or 5.12d? "My Idea of Fun" - a Joshua Tree rock climbing story
DAREDEVIL YOSEMITE TOURISTS - This dangerous lookout makes for some of the most epic photos ever
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DAREDEVIL YOSEMITE TOURISTS - This dangerous lookout makes for some of the most epic photos ever
The First Amputee Rock Climber - The story of One Legged Jim Gorin
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The First Amputee Rock Climber - The story of One Legged Jim Gorin
The Dihedral Project with Mason Earle - An epic first ascent bouldering saga
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The Dihedral Project with Mason Earle - An epic first ascent bouldering saga
Hard Joshua Tree Rock Climb Gets Second Ascent After 22 Years - The New Deal 5.14 - A Climbing Story
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Hard Joshua Tree Rock Climb Gets Second Ascent After 22 Years - The New Deal 5.14 - A Climbing Story
Above the Smogline | Owl Tor - Central Coast Sport Climbing | Phil Requist Strictly Ballroom 5.14a
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Above the Smogline | Owl Tor - Central Coast Sport Climbing | Phil Requist Strictly Ballroom 5.14a
Above the Smogline | High Desert Sport Climbing in Apple Valley, CA | Troy Mayr on Ring Maser 5.12c
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Above the Smogline | High Desert Sport Climbing in Apple Valley, CA | Troy Mayr on Ring Maser 5.12c
Can This Pro Climber Send Our Roof Crack Project?? | A JOSHUA TREE BOULDERING STORY
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Can This Pro Climber Send Our Roof Crack Project?? | A JOSHUA TREE BOULDERING STORY
Joshua Tree's FIRST Guidebook - "A Climber's Guide To Joshua Tree National Monument" by John Wolfe
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Joshua Tree's FIRST Guidebook - "A Climber's Guide To Joshua Tree National Monument" by John Wolfe
This Man Has Over 800 Climbing Books!
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This Man Has Over 800 Climbing Books!
Pro Rock Climber & Pro Snowboarder | Lonnie Kauk: Athlete Profile | Free Solo & Big Jumps
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This Dude Is POWERFUL! Hard Joshua Tree Bouldering With Dan Mills
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This Dude Is POWERFUL! Hard Joshua Tree Bouldering With Dan Mills
Well done vid. Special climb
Did you see Alex honnold do this while soloing el cap I was terrified
this series with Mason is really sublime
Thanks man! Really great to hear you enjoyed it.
Mason is the man. Someone to look up to. Great film.
That 80's news excerpt really is hilarious. The music choice during Lynn Hill's part 😂
This video is gold! So cool to see all these legends climbing right in my hometown.
Why I Live here too
at 5:50: talks to the single female climber, starts playing porn music.
so cool
ok
Thank you so very much for this video! This was my favorite place to climb as a young man with my friends Ralphy and Dave. I may still have the orange colored guide book shown in your video. It was always fun to come across some old pins on the early routes.
Where is the chapter that mentions the many sandbagged climbs? Or this is not "gym climbing" nor a "sport climbing destination." Interesting to see that Double Cross went from F8 (5.8) to "5.7+" over time.
WOW! Makes me wanna go grab an Indiana Jones hat ‘n whip and take off for the great Southwest ! Yee-Haw!
I’m sure how easy it looks is really just a product of Ethan’s climbing. When you can finish off a 13 in one session, I’m sure you can hike some V8’s. I’m sure the large holds really aren’t as great as they look on camera.
Did anyone notice that LJ looks like Alex Honold after 25 years. Very good try. Age is a number. I'm a pretty good proof to that. I'm 56 and I can climb anything I could do in my 20's and I was climbing very badass sports or trad routes then.
W dyno
Really a perfect capture of the allure of Joshua Tree - all through a very inspiring story.
Cool spot ,also looks like a perfect rattle snake hang out😕
Why the f would anyone want to climb this style
Anna is SUPER cute
Someone teach that kid how to handle cams
That route looks so heinous! Awesome video!!!
My favorite climbing video ever. Outstanding videography and story board. Scott's narrative was so cool and informative. ...until the end. RIP Scott.
😬 Promo SM
Nose in a Day? Salathe Free?
RIP Scott
Amazing to think John gill was bouldering several grades harder than stone's best, before they were born.
Goddamn young Lynn was a piece.
the editors evidently thought the same. check out the porn music when she appears at 5:50
This is amaz8ng
Alex
good guess!
Climbing Fantasia at Lovers Leap I truly felt Royal's spirit. We do walk in Legends paths.
I'm wondering if this was done on the original 1/4-5/16" bolts or if it was retro bolted prior ?
Hey cool Todd. Now it's 26 Years over that we stay in your house. Nice wishes from Austria.. GÜNTER Lanner..
I actually got to climb this route, belaying my friend who is a very good climber. It was terrifying just to belay him, watching him find his way through that sea of knobs... the 10d pitch.
Ok I’m 16 and 4’11. I only climb v8-9s. I am TOO short
Luckiest fall ofcall time? Dude turned into a cat.
Hi
Very cool to watch him relive his experience through you! Definitely brings the stoke to the next level
His belayer kept proper focus hats off to him!
Are the cams ok?
Does @SierraRoseKnott have more karate stuff on her channel?
Check out Sierra's channel for some great climbing content: @SierraRoseKnott
Cool series. I'm a bit intimidated, but I will be there over the summer would love to take my son to this spot for us to try. How welcoming is it? Is there a place to rent a bouldering mat?
While I haven't been to Stoney in a few years, I would bet the chances of meeting cool people who might even let your son climb over their pads is pretty high. Not sure about pad rentals but you should be able to get one for ~$150 at REI plus a pair of climbing shoes and chalk bag and you'd be all set. But before doing that I'd suggest just taking a little hike around the perimeter of Stoney and you'll get the lay of the land and check the vibes. Another option would be to hire a local guide to take you guys Top Roping, it would be 100% safe and they would bring everything you need. However you go about it I think taking your son climbing is one of the best things you could do, I know I would have loved to have discovered climbing anytime before I finally did at 20yrs old.
Is the chalk ok?
lmao!
Man, 3 years out and this video still is really powerful, can’t wait for new giant rock videos. This was so masterfully put together, thank you for this
Hey dude thanks so much, means a lot especially right now as I've been in a slump for the past year. However, and I'm not BSing here, I am half way through the edit of my next video and while it's not another New Deal level doc, I'm really excited about it and can't wait to share it soon, definitely within the month.
And who's feeling sorry?? Not I!
Trad climbing without helmet. Sorry but thats just dumb.
Traditional Climbing has long eschewed helmets save in areas or routes where rockfall & choss is a true concern. The real issue here is Basic RockCraft, as the great Royal Robbins labeled it.
you are 100% right, though I'd probably still strap one on if I thought the chance of taking a big whipper wasn't insignificant.
@@GiantRock ….. I’m 60 now… the Saltiness is probably obvious. Started Climbing at 18 in The Valley. At that time Helmets were a rarity. I do think it’s good move that helmets are more common. It just vexes me to see folks so preoccupied about helmets & not developing RockCraft. The age of Gyms has raised the technical climbing level significantly, while simultaneously missing development of necessary RockCraft skills. Subjectively there’s far more injuries due to lack of RockCraft than lack of Helmets
That's a boulder
Thought my right earbud was broken lol
Same bro 😂😂
Shitty placement and how come no helmet?