RunOut #140: Chris Deuto Seeks More in the Mountains

<p>Though just 21, Chris Deuto has already amassed an impressive lifetime of climbing since first starting the sport at age 7. Having ticked 5.14c and V14 and done national-level competitions, Chris has shifted his focus to more alpine-centered climbs, from Aconcagua to Fitz Roy. Most recently, he made the first free rope-solo winter ascent of the Diamond face of Long&#8217;s Peak in his home state of Colorado. Chris has consciously brought his process-centered approach to the forefront of his climbing, seeking richer experiences rather than just focusing on grades.</p> <p>But first, your second favorite conspiracy-addled climbing podcasters discuss the curious appearance of &#8220;bolts&#8221; (big scare quotes) beneath a petroglyph in northeastern Utah. Where did these so-called &#8220;bolts&#8221; come from, and why, exactly, are climbers to blame? The mystery deepens&#8230;</p> <p>Last but never least, our final bit features the return of a Bend-based musical duo Billy and Box Kid,...