 | I rode portaledge like magic carpet
3. 12. 2022 16:23:01
I always wondered what it was like for Aladdin on his magic carpet ride. Thank you Taylor Palmer (https://www.instagram.com/whiskey.throttle1/) and Ian Smith (https://www.instagram.com/gingergiant83/) from Rope Swing Moab (https://www.instagram.com/ropeswingmoab/) for helping me figure out how not ... |
 | Full Example Start To Finish | Big Walling
7. 12. 2022 16:01:56
Big Wall #14 of 14Here is one pitch OUTSIDE of everything from aid climb leading, to hauling, to cleaning. Find a place where you can dial in your process, even if it's just one pitch (that is out of people's way) but will ensure that you can be successful when you attack your first wall. ... |
 | Everything in the lab is gone
10. 12. 2022 15:42:42
I made a new slow pull machine and am moving my lab INSIDE my house. I can have a lab 1000 miles away if I'm just trying to make videos 1x or 2x a week. But I'm trying to answer every question about gear at a super good enough level, and having the slow pull machine where I live and if it is INSID... |
 | This rappel ring could kill someone
14. 12. 2022 17:22:58
How strong are rappel rings? It only needs to be about 2x more than your weight to hold you during a rappel (in case you don't rappel smooth). Add a little safety ratio for good measure and it's super good enough. The problem is if it wears down. https://www.instagram.com/kevhamrich/ pulled this... |
 | How Peru is Building Community
17. 12. 2022 17:29:16
When your favorite slackline and highline spots are getting shut down by the cops, what are you going to do? When Miraflores in Lima was closed to slacklining and La Molina outside of Lima began prohibiting highlining, Hugo Flores and his friends decided to talk with the authorities. What they fou... |
 | Animated Knots was wrong
21. 12. 2022 16:53:51
My fellow Dyneema (HMPE) nerds: Grog loops are a continuous loop made with a brummel type connection so, in theory, you don't need to sew the splice. We tested how short the buries have to be to be super safe enough (spoiler alert: not too short!) and we discovered you don't exactly get the theoret... |
 | History of HowNOT2 on Climbing Majority Podcast
24. 12. 2022 14:59:49
I talk about the beginning and behind the scenes of HowNOT2 on the Climbing Majority Podcast. Most of todays climbing media is focused on what happens at the edges of the sport involving the most experienced and talented climbers in the world. Your hosts Kyle Broxterman and Max Carrier believe that... |
 | This gear is changing big wall climbing
28. 12. 2022 14:59:51
We tested tons (or grams) of big wall gear from Skot's Wall Gear. Alfifi hook, rivet hangers, personal anchor systems, and a bivy belt. All our results are in this blog: https://www.hownot2.com/post/skots-wall-gear... |
 | % Out Of Me - This Arborist Rope Scared The S
31. 12. 2022 17:43:23
Tenex Tec is a polyester arborist rope that is rated to 83kN. It is hollow braid which means it's meant to be spliced. We tested this rope with one fid bury instead of two like it requires. We were able to get full strength out of it. When we pulled the last test to 85kN, the machine struggles t... |
 | Why are these marketed to rock climbers
4. 01. 2023 14:59:50
Climbtech Removable Bolts are fancy and work great and broke super good enough, but we aren't sure if they have a ton of value for rock climbers. I'm sure there is the niche case where they can help, please comment where you find them useful or if you have them. According to CT's manual 1/2' RBs ar... |
 | When should you stop trusting this
7. 01. 2023 14:59:48
How worn down can mussy hooks be before they become dangerous? We pulled on 2 good ones and 3 worn down ones from 5 Gallon Buckets route in Smith Rock. Other 'open systems' where you can just clip in are the Ram's horn and permanent steel carabiners with captive eyes. They all broke super good en... |
 | If you do this, DON'T do it wrong
11. 01. 2023 16:13:31
You are mid-slab and it starts pouring -- time to bail! You look down and there is nothing on your harness. You have is a sewn runner over your shoulder. How do you get down? We've got a clever solution for you, the Texas Rope Trick! It is a great technique that can save you, but it's unforgiving if... |
 | Intro to Ice Climbing - Harder than you think
14. 01. 2023 14:59:53
We have 4 glacier guides in Iceland introducing you to Ice Climbing. This was going to be 3 episodes of Gear, Anchors, and Technique but we were able to smash it all cohesively into the one video you see above. Naturally, as this was filmed in Iceland by Iceland guides, this is taught on glacial i... |
 | Who would do this
18. 01. 2023 14:59:49
Climbing hangers feel sharp and seem obvious they would be bad for a rope, but for some reason, some people have done this. We test dynamic and static ropes in sharp hangers and hangers that are designed to have curved edges so ropes could be threaded inside of them. In our recent video of the 'Te... |
 | You have 10 of these, one could kill you
25. 01. 2023 16:20:35
What if I gave you ten quick draws, but told you one wasn't going to hold a fall, and you don't get to know which one? Would the dirtbag in you still use them? Many of us have used draws that are over 10 years old and we tested two separate batches where each one had a result lower than the force ... |
 | Petzl said to NEVER do this
1. 02. 2023 14:59:50
Don't fall on teeth, because I did it for you. Toothed devices are intended to be progress captures up a climbing rope or in a complex pulley system. If you get a high enough force, it can desheath your rope and possibly cut through it. Petzl says that happens at 4kN and we did some human testing... |
 | What shreds climbing rope first
4. 02. 2023 14:59:52
We tested some other devices on ropes after putting out https://youtu.be/4GaZgJ-RLXA a few days ago about micro traxions and having requests for other devices. This data and video will be added to the micro traxion blog at https://www.hownot2.com/post/petzl-micro-traxion... |
 | These were RECALLED
8. 02. 2023 14:59:47
Ever get to an old hanger while climbing, clipped it, and wonder how strong it is? Bobby got his hands on recalled hangers, death hangers, niche hangers, discontinued hangers and we broke them all. A total of 27 tests. Some were old hangers that have never that had been installed and others that h... |
 | How to Make DIY Lighting for YouTube Videos
16. 08. 2016 01:17:15
An instructional DIY on rudimentary studio lighting and techniques for YouTube vlogs. Dos and don'ts of how to buy, set up, construct, and maintain inexpensive lighting alternatives to give your videos a much needed punch.... |
 | Think Tank Mirrorless Mover 30i Unboxing & Review
22. 08. 2016 23:59:01
My comedic unboxing and review of the Think Tank Mirrorless Mover 30i, complete with bloopers and all. If you want to buy one, heres the link: http://amzn.to/2gvx44x. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, & subscribe.... |
 | Canon Speedlite 430EX III RT Unboxing & Review
26. 08. 2016 02:56:00
Comical yet informative unboxing & review of the Canon 430EX III RT Speedlite. Comparison to 600EX and feature overview. If you want to buy one, here's the link: http://amzn.to/2ff8bqU Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, & subscribe.... |
 | Canon EF 16-35mm f4 L IS USM Lens Unboxing & Review
26. 08. 2016 04:23:59
Humorous unboxing & review of the Canon EF 16 35mm f4 L IS USM Lens, with comparison to EF 24-105mm f4 and feature overview. If you'd like to buy one, here's the link: http://amzn.to/2effPxK. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, & subscribe.... |
 | How to Use Phone or Tablet as Monitor for DSLR Video
26. 08. 2016 22:52:32
Learn how to use an Android smartphone or tablet you can control and monitor the video of your camera using DSLR Controller. Also covers related accesories such as the Joby GripTight GorillaPod Stand for Smaller Tablets found here: http://amzn.to/2gvzLmv.... |
 | Aputure V-Mic D2 Review vs Rode VideoMic Pro
31. 08. 2016 01:50:40
Aputure V-Mic D2 unboxing and review as well as comparison to the Rode VideoMic Pro. The V-Mic D2 is a better value than the industry standard VideoMic Pro, get yours here: http://amzn.to/2c9Ptht. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, & subscribe.... |
 | Best Way to Stream YouTube & Twitch with OBS Studio (x264 vs NVENC)
4. 12. 2016 01:21:45
Streaming to YouTube & Twitch with OBS Studio requires an understanding of the various encoder options from x264 to NVENC h.264 and Intels Quick Sync H.264 codecs. In this video I will compare the different encoders while playing GTA V and share my optimal settings for performance and quality. I wil... |
 | How to Make Portable DIY Green Screen for Under $20 (PVC & Tablecloth)
8. 01. 2017 04:39:31
Instructions on how to make a DIY Green Screen (Chroma Key) that's portable, light, and easy to set up. I built this one for under $20 using just PVC pipe, a green plastic party tablecloth, and a 2x4. ... |
 | How to Stop Your Desk Gaming Chair from Sinking & Lowering for Cheap
21. 01. 2017 17:00:03
Showing how to fix a sinking desk chair cheaply using inexpensive ABS pipe. This DIY fix will stop any cylinder based chairs for office or gaming from lowering on their own. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, & subscribe.... |
 | Large Diffused Foam Board - Softbox DIY with Continuous Light for Video (2017 Instructions)
19. 03. 2017 12:00:02
Instructions on how to make a DIY Softbox with continuous light for videos or photography. This large softbox build uses foamcore and white fabric for diffusion to make a professional looking softbox on the cheap using inexpensive items from the dollar store.... |
 | How to Remove White Spots from Monitors & TVs (LED/LCD Screen Fix) with BenQ GW2470 Disassembly
6. 01. 2018 02:46:39
DIY Fix for removing white spots and pressure point dots from LED screens, LCD monitors & TVs. With disassembly guide for BenQ GW2470 showing how to take the monitor apart. Table of Contents below ... |
 | Making Intro Music & Graphics for Your YouTube Channel | How to Make YouTube Intro
14. 01. 2018 17:47:13
Comical DIY tutorial on how to make an intro for a YouTube channel. Includes composing a jingle, recording the music, and making & syncing the graphics using Photoshop and Premiere Pro. Take your videos to the next level with this guide to video intros.... |
 | INSTANTLY IMPROVE Your PHOTOS & VIDEOS with Blend Modes + Clarity Effect in Premiere Pro & Photoshop
6. 02. 2018 12:00:01
Instructions on using blend modes Overlay, Soft Light & Linear Light in Adobe Photoshop & Premiere Pro to make your photos and videos pop in one easy step. Get the Clarity look in Premiere Pro. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, & subscribe.... |
 | SIGMA 16mm f1.4 REVIEW & Comparison to Panasonic Lumix 12-35mm f2.8 | THE BEST GH5 LENS?!
11. 02. 2018 12:00:04
Review of the Sigma 16mm f1.4 DC DN lens for micro four thirds. One of the fastest autofocus lenses available for the GH5. Comparison tests to Panasonic Lumix 12-35mm f2.8 on autofocus, stabilization, aperture, build & image quality, & filter compatibility. Table of Contents below ... |
 | New Tracking Settings & 179° Shutter Angle Synchro Scan Trick - GH5 Autofocus FIXED! (2018 Update)
13. 02. 2018 12:00:03
Continuous autofocus on the GH5 is now 100% usable. Follow these settings to improve AF tracking & reduce pulsing while increasing autofocus speed & responsiveness. Inspired by YodaYeo's Shutter Angle fix & 179 degree syncrho scan workaround. Table of Contents Below ... |
 | INSTANTLY IMPROVE Photos & Videos (Photoshop, Premiere & Lightroom Tutorial) - Faded Cinematic Curves
20. 02. 2018 12:00:03
Use this tone curve to easily improve your videos and photos in one step. It works on most images and video to add a nice faded cinematic look & is done easily in Adobe Photoshop, Premiere or Lightroom. Table of Contents Below ... |
 | Focusrite Scarlett Solo vs Steinberg UR12 | BEST USB Audio Interface 2018
1. 03. 2018 14:00:00
Review & Unboxing of Steinberg UR12 USB Audio Interface with comparison to Focusrite Scarlett Solo. Which is better value? Which works better with Windows 10? + Scarlett Blue Screen (BSOD) problem. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, & subscribe.... |
 | Audio Guide for YouTube Videos & Twitch Streams | How to Properly Use Mic
4. 03. 2018 14:00:01
Getting the best audio for YouTube videos & Twitch steams starts at the source, which is your mouth. Learn how to deliver a better vocal performance and how to best use your microphone to capture it. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, & subscribe.... |
 | Better Sound & Voices for YouTube Videos | Basic Audio Effects & Transitions Guide in Premiere Pro
10. 03. 2018 16:00:05
Beginner's guide to audio effects like compressors, parametric equalizers, and adaptive noise reduction & transitions like constant power using Premiere Pro to clean up and improve your sound and voices in YouTube videos by normalizing the volume, remove background noise, etc.... |
 | HIDDEN Feature Revealed + TT350 & AD200 Review | Use GODOX on CANON & SONY Simultaneously!
19. 03. 2018 14:00:02
The GODOX TT350 can be used as a wireless transmitter for other Godox equipment like the AD200 on Canon, Nikon, & Sony cameras simultaneously allowing you to unlock limitless lighting configurations for less money without feeling gear-tethered to one company.... |
 | No Write-On Effect or Keyframes | Use YOUR HANDWRITING for Vlog Titles & Video Text the EASY WAY
23. 03. 2018 01:43:26
Learn how to add custom handwritten titles and text to your videos using your own handwriting instead of some overused font with write-on effects. Don't waste time keyframing an animation when you can do it in one step with a tablet or smartphone using free apps and an optional stylus.... |
 | Make Your VOCALS POP over Background Music in ONE STEP
1. 04. 2018 23:28:47
Learn how to make your vocals and voice-overs stand out from the background music in this Premiere Pro tutorial. Get excellent audio separation and quality while keeping the steady theme the background music provides to your video and without losing your voice in a muddy mess.... |
 | The Best Value Camera of All Time (Sony a7 III)
5. 05. 2018 03:45:22
Our Sony a7 III finally arrived, so here's an unboxing and initial review with minor comparison to the a7R III. We returned our a7R III for what is probably the best value, bang for the buck camera ever made, the a7III.... |
 | How to Record Discord & Skype Conversations
6. 05. 2018 21:09:15
Tutorial on recording audio from Discord & Skype conversations for video voice-overs, podcasts, streams, let's plays, etc. using free OBS Studio quickly & easily. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, & subscribe.... |
 | Sony a7 III vs GH5 Autofocus for Video Test & Feature Comparison
9. 05. 2018 01:09:35
Comparing the continuous autofocus performance of the similarly priced Sony a7 III vs the Panasonic Lumix GH5. Plus comparison of video features like image quality, AF responsiveness, colour, and image stabilization.... |
 | Apple Gets Sued, Fujifilm Breaks Everything, & more
20. 05. 2018 07:26:32
Fujifilm is in the news for releasing malfunctioning firmware for the X-T2, leaking the spec page for the X-T100, and making a new instant film camera. Meanwhile, Apple is under fire for the faulty keyboard on MacBook Pros with an lawsuit impending.... |
 | Instagram Lets You Mute Lil Tay & Sony Announces Plans to Take Over the World
25. 05. 2018 00:21:39
Instagram introduces mute and 'all caught up' features, Panasonic leaks firmware 2.3 for GH5, GH5s, & G9, Sony reveals strategy to become top camera brand by 2021, Canon's new AI flash, the 470EX-AI hits shelves, and StumbleUpon shuts down it's platform. These stories and more today on Creative Tech... |
 | Period. (Aputure Amaran AL-F7 Unboxing & Review) - The Best LED Video Light for the Money
26. 05. 2018 22:50:53
The Amaran AL-F7 from Aputure is the best LED video light for the money I've ever tested. In this unboxing and review, we'll compare it to its predecessor, the AL-H198, to highlight major improvements in output, build quality, and most importantly power options, like enabling the use of USB continuo... |
 | Does 179d Shutter Angle Still Work | GH5 Firmware 2.3 Autofocus
31. 05. 2018 21:32:56
Now that version 2.3 of the GH5 firmware is out, which addressed autofocus performance at 180d shutter angle, it's time to test the performance against the 179d synchro scan trick for verision 2.2. Includes AFC Face Detection test.... |
 | Sigma 50mm f1.4 Art for Sony E Review & Unboxing | What's with This Lens?!
9. 06. 2018 19:42:01
The Sigma 50mm f1.4 Art Lens for Sony E-mount is the first of the new Sony lineup of Sigma lenses that I've been able to get my hands on due to supply issues. Thankfully Camera Canada had a model I could test drive for this review and unboxing.... |
 | Everything You Need to Know - Samyang vs Rokinon: Third Party Lenses
15. 06. 2018 18:13:23
Samyang & Rokinon lenses have caused plenty of confusion and misinformation to be spread among consumers & reviewers because of their marketing. In this video we're breaking down the differences between these third party lenses.... |
 | BenQ ScreenBar) - LED Lamp or Amazing Video Light?
21. 06. 2018 04:51:39
BenQ sent me their ScreenBar e-Reading Task Lamp to review, but since I deal with creative tech, I repurposed it into a color changing, LED video light. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, & subscribe.... |