Uncut: Daniel Woods - Black Eagle (8C/V15)

In Uncut: Daniel Woods - Black Eagle (8C/V15), mellow drops you into the Rocklands heat of South Africa as Daniel Woods takes on Black Eagle Assis—an 8C/V15 line with a reputation that travels fast in bouldering circles. Filmed by Giuliano Cameroni, this short, focused piece follows Woods on the second ascent, keeping the attention exactly where it belongs: on the problem, the process, and the precision it demands. What makes this worth your time is how much intensity fits into just a couple of minutes—no fluff, just pure movement and commitment. You’ll get a crisp look at high-end bouldering: the micro-adjustments, the tension, the pacing between attempts, and that unmistakable moment when everything finally syncs. If you love world-class climbing in iconic stone, this is a quick hit of Rocklands power you’ll want to replay.

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Daniel Woods climbs the second ascent of Black Eagle Assis (8C/V15) in Rocklands, South Africa in the summer of 2018. Filmed by Giuliano Cameroni.