Climbing Star Balin Miller, 23, Dies
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Miller was highly regarded in the climbing world. Yardbarker referred to Miller as a “climbing phenom from Alaska” known as “Orange Tent Guy” and “Orange Tent Dude” to fans who watched his TikTok livestreams. Here’s what’s known about his death:
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