The North Face Presents: Daniel Woods “The Dark Passenger” (V14) FA

"The North Face Presents: Daniel Woods “The Dark Passenger” (V14) FA" is a rock climbing video (11 minutes) published by mellow on August 8, 2025 with 84K views. Available to watch free on CouchClimbs.

In the final days of a rain-soaked two-month expedition to Ticino, Switzerland, elite boulderer Daniel Woods locks onto a new unclimbed line that he believes may be his greatest find yet. With a storm bearing down and his time running out, Woods channels the pressure into focus, making a dramatic last push on what would become "The Dark Passenger" — a V14 first ascent that stands as a testament to his vision and tenacity in one of the world's most iconic bouldering destinations. Filmed by Bobby Sorich, this North Face production captures the raw tension of a ticking clock and the singular drive that separates the world's best climbers from everyone else. Watching Woods dissect a new problem from scratch — reading sequences, absorbing setbacks, and ultimately committing to the send — is a masterclass in high-level bouldering under pressure. Whether you're a seasoned climber or simply a fan of watching humans push the edges of what's physically possible, The Dark Passenger is an eleven-minute window into obsession, precision, and the kind of brilliance that only reveals itself when time is almost gone.

mellow · 11:12

At the end of a rainy two-month trip in Ticino, Switzerland, Daniel Woods sets his sights on a new line. With just two days left before a storm rolls in and his time in Switzerland coming to an end, Daniel makes a final push on the climb he believes to be his best find to date. Video By: Bobby Sorich