BD Athlete Adam Ondra: The Just Do It (5.14c) Onsight

Just Do It is the crown jewel of Smith Rock—the birthplace of hard sport climbing in America. The 140-foot testpiece was, in fact, America’s first 5.14c, climbed in 1992 by the French superstar J.B. Tribout. To this day, Just Do It remains a coveted ascent by the world’s strongest climbers.

But to look at that mega pitch, with its cryptic sequences spread over 18 bolts and think … maybe that will go first try … that is a realm occupied by just one climber: BD Athlete Adam Ondra.

[themeatpopsicle]

i wonder if anyone was just sauntering through the park that day and was like, "i think i hear the call of the wild Ondra"

[robertnewell]

Breaking News: Adam Ondra was asked to leave Planet Fitness

[matthewjanse]

Alan Watts looked like he was nearly brought to tears. Legendary status onsight!!!

[laronlemon]

Every time Ondra screams he absorbs the life force of another demon.

[colehibbard]

This has my vote for best <10 minute climbing film. One of the hardest onsights ever on a beautiful iconic route with great shots and power screams, and that shot of Watts shaking his head in disbelief. Gotta imagine it’s like 30 years from now if Adam watched someone onsight Silence. Just amazing

[robertnewell]

Younger Climbers might not be aware of the abuse Alan Watts took in pursuit of his climbing vision. He really deserves a collective thank you from the Climbing Community. In many ways Adams ascent must be sweet vindication for the Old Man

[casenied]

Would have preferred it if Adam's final scream was dubbed over with a majestic eagle call. Missed opportunity.

[LukeRockCimber]

PSA: This is not a good video to try to watch in the bathroom stall at work on low volume... people will think things.. trust me.

[edek]

Things you don't want to hear when you're at the crux: 4:08

Edit: this was said by a different climbing party on a nearby route, but it stood out when I was watching the video. Just wanted to bring this up as a funny little coincidence.

[uremawifenowdave]

5:41 it’s such a beautiful moment. One of your heroes validating your work must have been a tremendous moment for Adam. You could see that Alan Watts was genuinely moved by what he had just witnessed. Truly inspiring.

[DrHumorous]

Adam once admitted in a private interview that he uses the scream solely to cover up for the jet farts that proppel him upwards. The beans brand is a secret know-how. All we know he mixes them with Arnold protein powder. If this wouldn’t be true he would’ve been a superhuman climber.

[Bemoderso]

"Aaahh! Uaahh! Uggghhh!" - Adam Ondra, 2018. I think I'm gonna get this as a tattoo.

[jasonbaby]

5:16 is such an incredible moment. You've just flashed one of the hardest iconic routes, while your mates are howling in adoration and happiness, while you drink in the incredibly powerful view of the canyons.

How can anything ever get better than this.

[elenasu]

I’m about to cry after watching. This seems even more exciting than the overhanging routes Adam has climbed. Absolutely a stunning line and good exposure.

[jaa]

Chuck Norris and a Pterodactyl had a baby. They named it Adam Ondra.

[taylorspiegelberg]

Best edit so far in this Ondra V-log series!

[jordillaurado]

Finally more than 3 minutes of film! Keep it up! ENORME ADAM!

[tannernielsen]

I appreciate you mentioning the important of maintaining the natural beauty of the park! I grew up in Bend and Sisters and I can't believe how crazy the tourism has become there.

[stephenr]

Onsight is the purest form of climbing, the way Adam celebrates, he knows too

[lawrencetchen]

Watching Adam skip clips is so anxiety-inducing