Retrosaurus

It made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside as I levered out the first bolt. And a powerful sense of satisfaction came over me as I hacksawed the bottom (1/2") bolt and hammered the stump of the stud back into the hole. The route is now in as close to original condition as it has been since some nameless chickenshit recently perforated it with a power drill and studded it with stainless steel. Many of the bolts were a foot or two from good nut placements, not that that should matter. But I guess the retro-bolters didn't have any nuts; they had a drill instead. I wasn't alone on this project, but was assisted by a couple of other community service minded individuals that I will not name but will let come forward if they choose to. Besides, think of the fun it will be to speculate. Although, that shouldn't be much of a challenge. Now, one more time. Does any one know the names of the "experienced, well-respected, PNW climbers" that should have been smart enough to know better than to retro-bolt on Castle Rock. I figure that they owe me $8.59 plus tax for a severely damaged, but still usable 36-inch crowbar. Not while this dinosaur walks the earth. Mitch (Anyone know where I can get a 48-inch crowbar?)

Dana, I have Sept. 10 - 14 off and after that much exercise, I might be sick for another day of climbing. I have done the routes you mention but would be ok with repeating them. They are good routes. (509)745-9078

I am sure you are seeing just what you want to see.

NAH, NAN, NAH, NAN, NAH, NAH. I lead, and you don't. NAH, NAN, NAH, NAN, NAH, NAH.

Best 5.8 at Frenchman Coulee: George and Martha. Yeah, I know that the book says it's 5.10, but lots of us have climbed 5.8s at Leavenworth that are lots harder.

Or it could just mean you're a Canadian!

floss

I'm for "un-developing" as many USFS facilities as possible.

The green range is a "go" from a marketting standpoint. Those are the placements that become "fixed". Then you need to buy another to replace it. That said, cams placed in that range are the most secure. And when I get concerned on lead, guess what my placements look like.

Expert's Choice is really cool. One of the classiest pieces of ice I have ever been on. Definitely better than the Weeping Wall.

You will be lucky to get half that many holes in basalt. It is much harder to drill than granite.

But what if you are not a close relative?

I take the "Move Free" formulation of glucosamine/chondroitin for relief from a comminuted fracture of the talus [ankle] in which the inferior-lateral portion of the joint surface crumbled away. I am pain-free unless I miss taking "Move Free" for several days, then it starts to ache. The stuff works really well for me.

Carlsberg Column Kitty Hawk Polar Circus Weeping Wall Center

MrE, Are you E-crying?

But I'm running out of teeth to crown.

Too easy.

Oh for cryin' out loud. Just go do it.

Plaque can spread and should be removed before it becomes a really bad problem. Does anyone know a dental hygienist that climbs, or can at least jug, or with nice jugs and a good attitude.

Can anyone tell me why these areas are closed?

Sorry, but while you were sleeping (or was that while you were purchasing NW Forest passes, BLM parking passes, Fish and wildlife parking passes, etc., etc.,etc., etc., etc.,) your public lands were taken away.

*names taped on helmets *leather "belay gloves" clipped to gear loops *pack large enough for a week long solo winter climb *merit badges prominently displayed "certified belayer" "certified lead climber" "certified accident-waiting-to-happen"

Hope you guys figure this out soon. I think I'm gonna' peel.

Thrutch Too Much --Autumn Crag, 5.11? Awaiting a second ascent.