Randy Leavitt
Legendary climber and route developer known for bolting and developing major sport and big-wall routes (including Jumbo Love), and an entrepreneur who built a real estate business to fund a lifetime of climbing and exploration.
Best podcasts with Randy Leavitt
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Nov 4, 2025 • 1h 31min
Voice of the Mountains: The Poetry of the Long Game with Randy Leavitt
Join legendary climber and entrepreneur Randy Leavitt as he shares his journey from developing iconic routes like Jumbo Love to building a real estate business that supports his climbing passion. He discusses the importance of vision, patience, and risk management, drawing parallels between crafting climbing routes and real estate projects. Leavitt emphasizes lifelong learning, reflecting on his near-death surfing experience and the grind of balancing business ambitions with his love for the mountains. His insights are a celebration of dedication, craftsmanship, and the legacy we leave behind.
Feb 10, 2025 • 2h 2min
EP 259: Randy Leavitt — Developing 1000+ New Routes, the Anti-dirtbag Lifestyle, and Why the Best Day of Surfing Beats Climbing
Randy Leavitt, a prolific route developer and accomplished climber, shares his adventures in creating over 1000 new routes. He discusses the thrill of bolting Jumbo Love and his innovative offwidth techniques. The conversation transitions to his passion for surfing, emphasizing how the best surf days can rival climbing experiences. Randy reflects on aging gracefully, navigating life choices, and the connection between climbing and flying, showcasing a life rich in adventure and introspection.
