The RunOut Podcast

Patagonia Ambassador Josh Wharton, climbing partner Michael Larson and rigger Zack Smith tromped out to the Bighorn Mountains, Wyoming last fall to find a challenge on an obscure “mini-big wall” in the backcountry.

They managed to get a full alpine experience on Mixed Signals, a semi-secret, 5.13c-ish multipitch, complete with short weather windows and grass-filled cracks. Josh was in his element as he and Michael combatted difficult conditions and hard climbing with new tactics for staying comfortable and recovering well.

“That’s my favorite feeling of climbing, that feeling of barely doing it,” Josh says. “No expectations.” Photos: Ken Etzel ()

From / : We’re really psyched to help Patagonia spread the word about their new Free Wall Kit. We’ve been using it for the past few weeks, and loving it. The Free Wall Pack, in particular, is getting tons of comments from our friends! Check it all out at https://www.patagonia.com/free-wall-kit/ and be sure to listen to our new spot in our latest episode.
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