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  1. I actually had question relevant to the REI thread: one poster said that you can special order anything and it's dividendable, while another said that you can special order, but it's not dividendable and you have to pay a $25 fee for the special order. What's the scoop, yo? Jules?[/QB] sloth, I'll have to verify that. And I requested the original thread closed because I was hearing too much about it from the office. Go for it on this one, kay?!
  2. Sorry to hear this news, specialed.
  3. quote: Originally posted by allison: Dear Jules, What about when I went into the downtown Seattle REI and asked (in the Map Dept) for a map of the entire Alpine Lakes Wilderness, and she said, "I don't know that area, is that is Washington?" Come on, cry me a river!! WAAAHHHHHHH!!!! [ 04-04-2002: Message edited by: jules ]
  4. quote: Originally posted by lizard brain: I asked for 68 inches of webbing. She didn't know how to figure out what that is in feet and inches. She had to get help. Ohmigod, I feel so sad right now.
  5. quote: Originally posted by Al Pine: I have a question for you Jules. Perhaps you know nothing of this, but I have heard that REI has used its buying power to force gear manufacturers to not allow their gear to be sold at discount. Is there any truth in this? If so there must be some justification. What is it? If it is the truth it certainly goes against the original mission of the COOP. Hey, Al,there is no truth to that. There is truth in that MANY manufacturers/vendors will not allow REI to even carry their gear due to our co-op (read, "discounting") basis for doing business. This might also respond to some of the other comments about the company moving away from the co-op structure. It's less REI's choice, more about manufacturer's saying "no go, you are discounters." This applies to several areas of our business, not just climbing.
  6. quote: Originally posted by lizard brain: They refused to sell it to me until I told them what I wanted it for. They said they had to verify that I was buying it for "appropriate" use. [ 04-03-2002: Message edited by: lizard brain ] Doesn't even matter what it was you were looking to buy.... that's just WRONG. Excuse me what?! "Refused to sell it"?! Whoa... whoa.... I'm feeling dizzy......
  7. quote: Originally posted by trask: Want some spray?? It can be arranged. Well, I have to admit that I do find it quite entertaining most of the time. Haiku away......
  8. quote: Originally posted by Stefan: TRUE STORY I worked at REI Headquarters for 6 years. Hey, Stefan, I think I remember you. I also know the staff at REI are lurking on this webpage. Yep, more than just me. Thanks, everybody, this is really interesting for us. And you're makin' me proud by refraining from spray! Wha' th'?? I think I'm getting teary.
  9. OK, another question: Do you think that the assortment is good in ANY of the categories (check out rei.com)?
  10. Great feedback, guys!! Thanks, keep it coming......
  11. In spite of my expectation of much spray and flaming, I wish to pose some questions to you. A good friend of mine, an avid mountaineer and skilled climber, currently gained a position within our beloved company (it's a great place to work, no matter what dissenters think about how we run our business) to influence the direction of our climbing department. He asked that I get some feedback on the following: What do you think REI climbing dept. (mainly in Seattle, Redmond, and online) does well? What don't we do well? How can we add authenticity to the dept.? How do we meet/miss meeting your needs? Who do you think is our core customer (in the climbing dept)? Are you a part of that group? Any other comments? Thanks for responding, go ahead and post a reply or email me. Have fun!jules [ 04-03-2002: Message edited by: jules ]
  12. Encouraging news, thanks for the update, Kel!
  13. quote: Originally posted by Dru: Lillooet Vantage Exit 38. Batso has nothing to do with this. Yep, we must be done.
  14. Do we count Batso's passing as the 3rd incident, though? If so, then we're done, if, as erik states, these things happen in 3's.
  15. This is great news!!! I have been trying to be patient, knowing that it might take a while for him to wake up, but I'm not very good at it. Thanks for keeping us posted, Chad. I feel very encouraged.
  16. jules

    bellingham

    quote: Originally posted by Alex:If work let me telecommute, I would live there.[/QB] Yep, me too. Lived there while attending WWU. My sister still lives there, never left after college, and I love going up to visit. There's the Ski to Sea race every May too. Fun-o-rama from Mt Baker to Bellingham Bay.
  17. This is great news, thank you posting the update!
  18. Yes, thanks for helping out the dog, it does sound like the guy was concerned enough to rescue him. I just got a dog this winter, after much soul-searching. I know that it it has changed my lifestyle, and that I will have to go on stuff where I can take the dog, or not go at all, or go and leave him at home. But I hope to never do anything to endanger him, and it is SO WORTH IT to have a dog!!!!
  19. I climbed the Emmons route on Rainier with Jim several years ago. That was a damn fun climb!Will send my hope, good thoughts and prayers for a speedy and full recovery.
  20. Forgot BOTH of my boots for a day hike to Camp Muir, went up in my trail runners. Actually the most comfortable I've been on that hike, except for the crevasse-jumping.
  21. Didn't make it myslf last night, Dwayner, anybody out there still around/able to tell us how it was?
  22. miker, I had a Kelty Redwing several years ago that was a panel-loader. I found that feature to be more annoying than helpful. I switched to a TNF Exocet, which was ok, and currently use an Arc'teryx Khamsin (I can't remember if it's the 30 or 38), and LOVE IT! Very lightweight, good capacity, plenty of features like side ski pockets and shock cord attachment thingy.
  23. jules

    Alpine Buddy #3!

    I wholeheartedly agree.... Dwayner is the quintessential Alpine Buddy!
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