Dave Graham vs Mind 2 Motion 8B+

In “Dave Graham vs Mind 2 Motion 8B+,” filmmaker Cameron Maier follows the raw, focused battle between one of bouldering’s most iconic talents and a fiercely demanding problem in Colorado’s Estes Park. In just over four minutes, you get a tight snapshot of Dave Graham’s process on Mind 2 Motion (8B+): reading subtle features, dialing micro-beta, and committing to moves where precision and power have to land perfectly together. What makes this worth watching is how much intensity is packed into such a short cut—no fluff, just the essentials of high-end bouldering: tension, timing, and the thin margin between progress and failure. Whether you’re here for first-ascent energy, Colorado granite atmosphere, or simply the inspiration of watching a master problem-solve under pressure, this film delivers a quick hit of motivation that lingers long after the final attempt.

Cameron Maier · 4:10