Is the 'hardest' boulder always the highest grade? (side-by-side comparison)

Can a lower-grade boulder feel harder than a higher-grade one? Join me for two outdoor bouldering sessions in L'Aigle sector of Targasonne where I compare two drastically different climbs, Eagle Vice (proposed 8A+/8B) and the classic Vicious Game (7B/7B+), to challenge the assumption that grade always equals difficulty. From crimpy traverses to comp-style moves, I break down how movement style, body mechanics, and personal strengths can completely flip how hard a boulder problem feels. Whether you're new to outdoor bouldering or just curious about how climbing grades translate, this side-by-side comparison is packed with beta, real send attempts, and honest reflections on how subjective climbing difficulty can be. If you’ve ever struggled on a climb that should have been "easy", this one’s for you. -- Our Gear & More🙏 -- Where I get music 🎧: https://share.epidemicsound.com/8x3wba Lucie's ❤️ Climbing Shoes: https://amzn.to/4ayGshl La Sportiva Climbing Shoes: https://amzn.to/48U1mVA Boar's Hair Climbing Brush: https://amzn.to/44sxT3B Climbskin Hand Cream: https://amzn.to/4iWtYlr Climbing Chalk: https://amzn.to/4q7ugIE Finger Tape: https://amzn.to/3KGFrcp THERABAND Warm-Up Bands: https://amzn.to/44XpGEI Our Wireless Microphones: https://amzn.to/4pyKGKd Joby Flexible Tripod: https://amzn.to/4oRKHb2 Love our content? Buy us a coffee ☕️ https://buymeacoffee.com/theenglishninja Some links are affiliate links. We may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you! -- Featured Clips & Boulders 👇 -- 0:00 Does Grade Equal Difficulty? 0:31 Vicious Game Boulder Overview 1:43 Breaking Down the Crux: Micro Crimps & Style Matters 4:16 First Send Go on Eagle Vice 5:45 Reflections & Trying the Sit Start 7:45 Warming Up for Vicious Game (my nemesis boulder) 8:43 7B Power Move (L'amour sur le chanier) 10:02 Why Style is Everything: My Strengths vs. Weaknesses 10:52 Can I send Vicious Game 7B+? This video is all about comparing bouldering grades and climbing styles in Targasonne. Featured climbers include Alex Tighe and Lucie Allard. #climbingvlog #climbing #bouldering #frenchpyrenees #targasonne #outdoorclimbing