In the conversation, climbers discuss their experiences and strategies for tackling a challenging climbing route. They mention the difficulty of climbing with stiff shoes versus soft ones and the importance of warming up specific muscles. They also talk about using tape for better grip and the challenges of transitioning between cracks on the route. Despite attempts and different approaches, they find the route incredibly hard, suggesting it may require years of dedicated training. The climbers exchange gifts to aid their climb and share a camaraderie throughout their endeavor.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The speaker is attempting to climb a route graded 8a or 8a+.
2. The speaker is using special tape on their hands to improve grip.
3. The speaker has a dream about climbing the route with specific shoes.
4. The speaker is trying to warm up for the climb by doing some crack climbing.
5. The speaker is using a new chalk bag, which is bigger than usual.
6. The speaker is attempting to climb the route with a partner, Mario.
7. Mario is trying to climb the route after the speaker.
8. The speaker thinks the transitions between cracks are the hardest part of the route.
9. The speaker is trying to climb the route without falling off.
10. The speaker is getting tired and pumped during the climb.
11. The speaker is trying to find a good foothold to make a move.
12. The speaker is using a sloper move to make progress on the route.
13. The speaker is taking a break to rest and recover.
14. The speaker is trying to climb the route again after a break.
15. The speaker is getting close to completing the route.
16. The speaker is trying to find a good handhold to make the final move.
17. The speaker is completing the route and celebrating.
18. The speaker is discussing the grade of the route with Mario.
19. The speaker thinks the grade of the route is around 8a or 8a+.
20. The speaker is planning to try to beat some world records in the next video.