Best Rebolt Podcasts (2026)

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The Truth About Scaling a Trades Business / with Logan Sendle from BCBA 1:04:48

25d ago1:04:48

1:04:48

In this episode of the Rebolt Rundown, we sit down with Logan Sendle — founder of the Blue Collar Business Accelerator — to unpack why so many contractors stay stuck, and what actually moves the needle in a home-service business. Logan breaks down the mistakes most guys make (skipping the basics, relying on word of mouth, avoiding the uncomfortable…

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Creating a Home Service Empire From Scratch 57:02

2M ago57:02

57:02

In this episode of The Rebolt Rundown, Arwin sits down with Byron Burland from Besser Garage Doors — the leading garage door company in Southern California. A business built on strong systems, smart marketing, and a dedication to quality work. Byron shares how he turned a small, local operation into garage door empire, the lessons he learned along …

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From $150 to a Seven-Figure Exit: The No-Nonsense Guide to Scaling a Home Service Business 1:18:36

3M ago1:18:36

1:18:36

Johnny and Sergio, the founders of Orange Window Cleaning, join us to break down their incredible journey from a $150 startup to a successful seven-figure exit. This isn't just a success story—it's a masterclass in hustle, resilience, and actionable scaling. They reveal the truth behind the early grind: getting paid in donuts on their first job, su…

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The World of Lander According to Jake Dickerson 53:09

6M ago53:09

53:09

Lander local shop owner, author and prolific route developer Jake Dickerson joins me on the pod today! Jake's routes are beloved in the Lander area. With over 50 routes to his name (including routes at the hilariously named 'Jake's World'), he has some great thoughts about how to approach route development in the Lander area. He is also part owner …

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The Legend of Tim DeRoehn 1:03:44

6M ago1:03:44

1:03:44

Tim DeRoehn is that underground climber that everyone knows. Climbing since the 90s, his history spans Rumney, Boulder, dirtbagging across the west and now residing in Chattanooga, TN. Today, Tim shares how the culture at Rumney has changed over the last 20+ years, and why he thinks the changes are for the better. He explains his long time love for…

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Questions of Climbing and Faith with Aaron Shamy 59:06

6M ago59:06

59:06

Former X Games speed climbing gold medalist Aaron Shamy joins the podcast today for a deep conversation about how climbing affects our identities and can influence us to become better members of society. A longtime local of American Fork outside of Salt Lake City, Aaron is a member of the LDS church and also shares about how his faith forms his app…

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Training Through Injury + The Ethics of Rebolting with Ethan Edwards 51:25

6M ago51:25

51:25

Longtime friend of the pod Ethan Edwards joins me today to chat about injuries, retrobolting, and the importance of public lands. Ethan will detail his surgery and recovery process from a skiing injury, and he’ll share how he’s approached training during this time so that he can be in the best shape possible once he’s completed convalescence. Then,…

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Jay Knower is in the Hot Seat (with Guest Host Jim Lawyer) 1:11:18

8M ago1:11:18

1:11:18

Oh how the tables have turned! Jim Lawyer takes the interviewer’s mic and turns the spotlight onto Jay in an interview that will give you more insight into our host than ever before. You’ll learn about how Jay became obsessed with climbing, what brought him to New Hampshire, the first ascent he felt was worth ‘risking a friendship over’, the number…

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The Best of Lee Hansche 38:45

8M ago38:45

38:45

Today at First Ascent we honor the incredible Lee Hansche on the one year anniversary of his passing. So many of us are missing Lee today, so we have compiled a highlight reel featuring some of Lee’s best moments from the 96 episodes that he co-hosted on The First Ascent Podcast. You’ll hear clips that reflect Lee’s wisdom, humor, relationships, lo…

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Challenging the Norms of Aging: The Importance of Doing Hard Things 47:08

8M ago47:08

47:08

Today Jay is joined by his mom Susan and his sister Suzanne to discuss Susan’s recent backpacking trip to Torres del Paine and Mt. Fitz Roy in Patagonia, and how challenging treks like this are central to her approach to aging. You’ll hear about: Why at 72 years old Susan chose to take the ‘Challenging’ trip as opposed to the ‘comfort trip’ The pro…

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Merriam Woods/Russell Crag - An Update on Access and Development! 38:11

8M ago38:11

38:11

Members of the Central New Hampshire Climbers Association are on the pod today to share full details about the current status of climbing and development at Merriam Woods/Russell Crag. Things are in full swing and we need your help! Jay is joined by Chris Vaughn, Katie Vaughn and Mike Gagnon to tell you all about it: We’ll talk about: The current s…

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Francis Sanzaro: Zen in Imperfect Conditions (in Life and Climbing) 1:03:03

8M ago1:03:03

1:03:03

Author, philosopher, and long time climber Francis Sanzaro is back on the pod to dive into how to manage your mindset (for both climbing and life) during times of loss, grief, overwhelm, or even just less than perfect conditions. Francis is the author of The Zen of Climbing, a must read for any climber seeking to develop a stronger mindset toward c…

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Conrad Anker: Exploring Legacy, Loss & Livelihood in Climbing 1:10:59

9M ago1:10:59

1:10:59

Few people have amassed a more impressive resume in the outdoors than climber, mountaineer, and author Conrad Anker. Just read his Wikipedia page, for starters! Included in Conrad’s accolades are two summits of Everest under his belt (including one where he found George Mallory’s body), a prolific list of first ascents around the globe, and a 26 ye…

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Heroes and Tragedies of White Mountain Rescues with Ty Gagne 1:03:48

9M ago1:03:48

1:03:48

New Hampshire native and author Ty Gagne joins the pod today to discuss the harrowing and heroic history of rescues in the White Mountains. Ty shares his in depth knowledge on some of the most well known rescues in The Whites, and what we can learn from them in regards to decision making, leadership and risk management. We’ll also discuss how the m…

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Balancing Grades on Your Climbing Menu with Miguel Lopez 55:52

9M ago55:52

55:52

Rumney climber Miguel Lopez has been racking up some major sends lately (check out his recents sends of Butt Bongo and Rocketman) But what has this 5.13 climber been enjoying just as much? Dumpster diving - the exercise of sending routes with 2 or less stars on Mountain Project. Miguel shares why he started this practice, and how it’s benefited his…

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Historic FAs and Dirtbag Days: A Legendary Journey from Devil’s Lake to the World with Dave Groth 1:13:05

9M ago1:13:05

1:13:05

Dave Groth is one of the undisputed forefathers of Devil’s Lake climbing. With over 40 years of climbing under his belt, he joins me full of tales about the evolution of Devil’s Lake and his legendary climbing exploits across the US and the globe. You’ll hear about Dave’s experiences at Yosemite, Eldorado Canyon & Waco (where legend Ron Kauk crashe…

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The Evolution of Climbing Culture, Climbing as a Parent + Downgrading with Andy Salo 1:24:47

9M ago1:24:47

1:24:47

Andy Salo is a longtime climber with roots in Niagara Glen, The Gunks, Rumney and most recently, Rifle. We’ll reminisce about bouldering at The Glen, and then dive into a wide ranging conversation about climbing with small children, how mentors and partners affect your climbing journey, fostering an inclusive climbing culture that makes space for p…

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Jim Lawyer Answers Your Questions 1:24:55

10M ago1:24:55

1:24:55

Jim Lawyer joins me today to answer your listener questions! Jim will tell us about his recovery journey from major back surgery, his experiences at Serra Do Cipó in Brazil, how he balances rock climbing and photography at the crag, and what makes for his favorite kind of climbing day. Plus, we’ll debate the ethics of ‘Belationships’ and the criter…

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The Golden Days of Developing the Red River Gorge with Chris Snyder 50:31

10M ago50:31

50:31

I just got back from the incredible Red River Gorge and walked away with a new appreciation for the world class climbing there. When I was paging through the guidebook, one name kept popping up: Chris Snyder. Chris was deeply involved in the golden days of development of the Red, and he’s joining me today to share the history of the storied and bel…

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The First Ascent of Middle Child + The Ethics of Developing Choss with Brian O’Leary 57:19

10M ago57:19

57:19

Brian O’Leary just did the first ascent of the hardest mixed climb in New England: Middle Child, an M-13 at the mica mine. We’ll talk about his process for sending the route and what M-13 means in the mixed climbing world. Then, we’ll discuss the complicated ethics that arise when developing on choss. Plus, Jay helps Brian choose his first 5.13 spo…

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Grades and Followers Don’t Define You with April Davidson 1:07:09

10M ago1:07:09

1:07:09

If you’re a climber on Instagram then you’re probably familiar with April Davidson of @yeahapril. With almost 100k followers and multiple brand partnerships, the word ‘influencer’ might immediately come to mind when you think of her. April, however, doesn’t really see herself as an influencer. She has strong opinions on the current state of social …

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Climbing Hard Into Your Sixties and Beyond with Chuck Odette 49:08

11M ago49:08

49:08

For those of us who think of climbing as a way of life, it can be daunting to address the truth of aging. Chuck Odette, a 5.14 climber who is still cranking hard at 69 years old, is here today to help us get psyched on making climbing a lifelong sport. In this conversation, we’ll get to the bottom of what it takes to keep your climbing game strong …

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Chasing the Ice on Scotland’s Ben Nevis with Chris Andrews 58:06

11M ago58:06

58:06

Jay just got back from a fantastic trip to climb Ben Nevis in Scotland! Of the many incredible climbers that Jay met while staying at the CiC Hut, Chris Andrews was a standout for his knowledge and wisdom of the mountain. Today, Chris joins the pod for a unique chat about Scottish climbing. You’ll hear about the ethics of ice climbing in Scotland, …

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Balancing Your Physical and Mental Game with Joel Unema 57:17

11M ago57:17

57:17

Joel Unema is on the pod today for an insightful talk about training, mindset, and even finger skin care. Joel is a 5.14 trad and sport climber, v14 boulderer, a route developer, a coach for ClimbStrong. You’ll hear Joel’s thoughts on the importance of route development for a community, why a climber’s identity should be focused on effort instead o…

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The Ins and Outs of Brand Sponsorship with Jenny Fischer 1:02:56

11M ago1:02:56

1:02:56

Jenny Fischer, CEO of Ocun North America, is here today for a great chat about running a business in the climbing industry, how sponsorship relationships work between climbers and brands, and her own climbing journey. You’ll hear about her love for the Cochise Stronghold climbing area in Arizona, her thoughts on being a Boulder local, how she found…

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The Second Ascent of Reality Bath with Balin Miller 47:55

12M ago47:55

47:55

Balin Miller joins the pod today to talk about his incredible solo ascent of Reality Bath in the Canadian Rockies, a Wi5+/6- ice climb that hasn’t seen a repeat ascent the very first ascent by Mark Twight and Randy Rackliff in 1988. You’ll hear Balin’s step-by-step accounting of this incredible climb. Plus, he’ll share what it was like to grow up i…

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The Blind Crusher: Justin Salas 1:01:15

12M ago1:01:15

1:01:15

Professional climber Justin Salas has many accolades under his belt, including six national championships and a 2018 world championship. He is a V11 climber outside, and he is also legally blind. Today, Justin shares how climbing changed his life after he became blind at 14 years old. He’ll also share his thoughts on what it takes to be a professio…

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Critique Jay’s Climbing with his Climbing Coach, Galina Parfenov 57:58

12M ago57:58

57:58

This is one you won’t want to miss - Jay’s climbing coach, Galina Parfenov, is on the show today to publicly critique Jay’s climbing! Galina Parfenov is a full time remote climbing coach that specializes in building individualized training programs for climbers of all ages and ability levels, with a focus on strength training and form analysis thro…

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Mastering Ice Climbing with JC Dubeau 59:52

12M ago59:52

59:52

Ice climbing extraordinaire JC Dubeau joins me in the studio today for a fantastic conversation about his incredible career in ice climbing. He’ll share his thoughts on the mindset and training necessary for ice climbing, how he navigates danger when soloing, how ice climbing differs by region, his gear opinions, and the ways in which ice climbing …

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The Best of First Ascent - Reboot Edition 37:09

1y ago37:09

37:09

We’ll be taking a break from the podcast for the holidays, but in the meantime, enjoy this special compilation episode celebrating all of the amazing guests who have joined us on First Ascent since the reboot. Thank you so much for supporting the show, especially as I’ve navigated a reboot after we all lost Lee. Have a wonderful holiday season, and…

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The Crimpers of Devil’s Lake with Kenz Hack and Garrett Hopkins 49:06

1y ago49:06

49:06

Devil’s Lake crushers Kenz Hack and Garrett Hopkins join the show today to shine a light on the fantastic climbing community that has popped up at the Lake in recent years. You’ll hear about the new zine Dirtbag the Lake, Kenz’s approach to climbing photography, how the current Devil’s Lake climbing community has grown and changed since Jay’s time,…

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Innovations of Ice Climbing Gear with Charlie Faust of Beartooth Alpine Equipment 56:13

1y ago56:13

56:13

If you’re an ice climbing gearhead, then you’ve probably heard about the new picks by Beartooth Alpine Equipment. Cofounder Charlie Faust joins the pod today to tell us all about them. He’ll share how Beartooth Alpine came to be, how their picks differ from other brands on the market, the role gear advancement has played in changing the sport of ic…

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Finding Your Footing After a Health Challenge with James Schroeder 35:48

1y ago35:48

35:48

James Schroeder (aka Fudd) is back on the pod today to talk about his recent health journey with a severe heart arrhythmia. He’ll share how the health issue came to light, the surgical processes he went through to correct the issue, what the recovery process has been like for him, and how it has changed his perspective on life, fitness, and climbin…

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Listener Questions - The Ice & Mixed Climbing Edition with Brian O’Leary 49:10

1y ago49:10

49:10

Ice climbing season is just around the corner! Today, avid ice and mixed climber Brian O’Leary is on the pod to answer your ice, mixed and dry tooling questions. We’ll talk about the best ways to train for ice and mixed climbing, how the design of the tools you use will affect your performance, Brian’s thoughts on the need for more dry tooling rout…

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A Climber Running for Office—State Senate Candidate Rusty Talbot 53:14

1y ago53:14

53:14

Rusty Talbot, candidate for NH Senate District 1, joins me on the pod today for a discussion about public service - both in the state house and at the crag. Rusty is an avid climber, the owner of the North Country Climbing Center in Lisbon, NH, a firefighter, and a search and rescue leader. Today, Rusty shares how climbing informs his approach to p…

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An Update on Merriam Woods/Russell Crag with Chris Vaughan and Mike Gagnon of CNHCA 53:17

1y ago53:17

53:17

Today Chris Vaughan and Mike Gagnon join me on the pod to discuss the latest developments at Merriam Woods and Russell Crag! We’ll talk about the history and future of Merriam Woods, how the development of a parking lot will majorly improve access, some of the best routes at the crag (for all skill levels!), the land management challenges in the ar…

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Climbing Mainiac with Dylan Connole 51:15

1y ago51:15

51:15

Dylan Connole, a longtime climber and tech rep for Trango Climbing, joins me on the pod today to talk about climbing Mainiac, a mythical 5.13d in the far reaches of northern Maine. Dylan shares some history about the climb before detailing his own experience climbing it in September (complete with some invaluable beta). Plus, he’ll share what it’s …

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24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell with Nadya Vorotnikova and Sean Vallefuoco 49:20

1+ y ago49:20

49:20

Nadya Vorotnikova and Sean Vallefuoco are on the pod today to discuss their incredible performance at Horseshoe Hell, a grueling 24-hour climbing competition in Arkansas! They’ll share how the event works, the challenges that can arise when climbing for 24 hours straight, the importance of community support during the event, and the strategies they…

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Bolt Talk with Brian O’Leary 51:10

1+ y ago51:10

51:10

Brian O’Leary of Forecast Climbing Equipment reached out with some questions about glue in bolts, so we’re gonna chat about it on the pod! We’ll talk about the benefits and challenges of glue in bolts vs. mechanical bolts, how the trend in bolting has moved towards glue ins in recent years, our thoughts on red tags, and the projects we’re excited a…

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Ticking Every Route + The Process of Projecting with Franky Lapatino 44:35

1+ y ago44:35

44:35

New Hampshire silent crusher Franky Lapatino is on the show today to talk about the completion of his impressive project: ticking every route on the lower parking lot area at Rumney. We’ll talk about what inspired him to take on the project and Franky will share opinions of the underrated and overrated routes he ticked during the project. Then, Fra…

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The Guide to Writing a Guidebook with Jim Lawyer 51:51

1+ y ago51:51

51:51

New York climbing legend Jim Lawyer is on the pod today to talk about the art of writing a guidebook. Jim is the co-author of Adirondack Rock: A Rock Climber’s Guide, an extremely comprehensive guidebook that covers 3,100 routes on more than 320 cliffs within the Adirondacks. Today, Jim and I cover what prompted him to tackle his huge project, the …

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The Benefits of Using Stone Holds with Ryan Loiselle and Dan Knisell of Real Stone Holds 53:51

1+ y ago53:51

53:51

New England climbers Ryan Loiselle and Dan Knisell join Jay on the show today to talk about their very cool new business - Real Stone Holds. The guys share the benefits of using stone holds when doing indoor climbing, the unique process they use to craft each stone hold, the experience they’ve had building a business in the climbing industry, and h…

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The Role of an LCO + The Craggin’ Classic with RCA President Ladd Raine 54:40

1+ y ago54:40

54:40

Ladd Raine, President of the Rumney Climber’s Association, is on the pod today to talk all about Rumney and the upcoming AAC Craggin’ Classic on Sept 6-8. Ladd and I talk about what a local climbing organization (LCO) does, the history of the Rumney Climber’s Association and The Craggin’ Classic, what to expect at The Craggin’ Classic, how to repor…

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A Peek Behind the Scenes of Climbing Media with Nate Liles 1:04:10

1+ y ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Nate Liles is back on the pod! If you watch climbing media, you’ve most likely seen Nate’s work as a videographer and photographer. Today he’ll take us behind the scenes to give us a glimpse of what it takes to create awesome climbing media. We’ll talk about the challenging process of rigging equipment to capture the ascent, the considerations Nate…

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The Foundations of Training with Leif Gasch of Substr8 Climbing 46:40

1+ y ago46:40

46:40

Certified Performance Climbing Coach Leif Gasch of Substr8 Climbing is on the show today for a deep dive conversation about the fundamentals of training. We’ll talk about how to know when you’re ready for training, the importance of setting a strong foundation for your body, cultivating an open mindset toward climbing, and how to schedule training …

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The Dunning-Kruger Effect with James Schroeder 48:40

1+ y ago48:40

48:40

We’re officially entering into a new phase of the First Ascent Podcast, and I could think of no one better to join me than my longtime climbing buddy, James Schroeder. With over 27 years of climbing under his belt, James has a lot of insight to offer. So, we’ll tackle some recently submitted listener questions. You’ll hear our thoughts about the re…

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Lee’s Final Episode 50:10

1+ y ago50:10

50:10

On May 21st, First Ascent co-host Lee Hansche passed away while setting routes at the climbing gym while he worked. Today, Jay is releasing the final episode that they recorded together, as it reflects what a great man Lee was and what a joy it was to speak with him about climbing. If you would like to donate in Lee’s name, please visit https://www…

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In Defense of First Ascents 47:17

1+ y ago47:17

47:17

One of the coolest things about climbing is the rich historical lineage behind each route. From cans on spires, to guide books and magazines, and now Mountain Project, documentation that traces the history of a climb is an inspiring thing that connects us to the past. Not every route has a pristine historical record, however. This has caused a rift…

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Nadya Vorotnikova: Breaking Self Limiting Beliefs 56:40

1+ y ago56:40

56:40

Nadya Vorotnikova is on the pod today for an awesome talk about loving the process and breaking self limiting beliefs. Nadya grew up in Russia, moved to New Hampshire when she was 10, and now lives in Colorado - and she’s been climbing all along. This journey has exposed her to so many different mental approaches to training and climbing and has ma…

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Tough Questions with Chris Graham 59:43

1+ y ago59:43

59:43

North Conway native and long time climber Chris Graham, or ‘Grammy’ as he’s affectionately known, is a familiar face on both sides of the mountains, both as a climber and as a guide. His climbing career goes so far back that he can boast that he climbed at Rumney before there were bolts! Today, Chris shares his experiences as a guide, gives his opi…

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