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Born:

1998, Edinburgh, Scotland

Biggest achievement:

Second ascent of Burden of Dreams (9A/V17), Finland (2023) / Only climber in the world to have sent four 9A/V17 boulder problems / First ascent of King Capella (9b+)

DMM athlete since:

2020

Will Bosi is a Scottish climber from Edinburgh and one of the most gifted and accomplished boulderers in the world today. He started climbing at age six and by his early teens was already climbing at a level most climbers never reach. In April 2023 he made the second ascent of Burden of Dreams (9A/V17) in Finland, the world's first ever boulder problem graded 9A, which had repelled the very best climbers in the world for seven years since Nalle Hukkataival's first ascent in 2016. He has since gone on to climb five different 9A/V17 boulder problems, making him the only climber in the world to have achieved this. His sport climbing résumé is equally impressive, with first ascents up to 9b+ including King Capella, and hard redpoints across Europe. Meticulous, creative and driven by a genuine love of movement, Will is equally at home projecting the world's hardest problems in Finland or climbing granite in the Scottish hills. With Silence, Adam Ondra's legendary 9c in Flatanger, firmly in his sights, the next chapter in his career is already taking shape.

"Enjoy it. Choose the climbing you enjoy the most and focus on that. Don't feel pressured by others to do any particular form of climbing."

Get to know Will

When did you start climbing?

I first went climbing when I was just 6 years old but only started going more regularly when I was about 8. I absolutely loved it from my first visit and I don't think there has been a day since when I could imagine not climbing.

What do you consider your most significant climbing achievement to date?

Getting the second ascent of Burden of Dreams is probably it. It is that mythical problem. When Nalle sent it back in 2016 I remember thinking maybe I would see it one day. Even the year before I sent it, I wouldn't have considered I would ever be able to climb it. Actually sending it seemed completely ridiculous.

Which route keeps calling you back?

Terranova is probably the line that has called me back the most and I am definitely not done with it yet.

What is the primary objective remaining on your bucket list?

Silence, Adam Ondra's perfect Flatanger line. I never really thought it would be possible until I went to try it, but it is probably still a long way away.

How do you manage the mental pressure of a long-term project?

Focusing on the little details has been key for me. I always try to look for a positive in each session, even if it is just grabbing one hold slightly faster or being a little smoother on a clip.

What is the most valuable piece of climbing advice you have received?

Enjoy it. Choose the climbing you enjoy the most and focus on that. We have a huge sport with a massive range, from speed competition climbing to crack climbing in Yosemite, and there is no right type of climbing. Do the forms you enjoy most.

Which crag or mountain is your favourite and which do you consider the most beautiful in the world?

The Gotthard Pass in Switzerland has to be one of the most incredible places I have ever been. Although Dumbarton cannot be far behind.

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