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Sounds a lot like one of J-B's fav sources of Middle east info: Juan

Reform!

.the Chongonation!

From another thread: ChucK don’t be duped…see the groundwork being set right now … Soon, there will be an elected Iraqi parliament. The elected parliament members will find themselves in the security accountability hotseat very quickly. There will be pressure for *Iraqi* action against any perceived Syrian involvement in the insurgency. The US will not let that action happen without its help. Whether US would prefer to act in Syria or not Iraq will “force” the issue…. ..and then there is Iran.... GWB=LBJ? Problems in Iraq in fact serve the greater purpose.....phase on:get rid of the evil dictator. phase two: fight for the nascent democracy ( the twist here is we are playing the french role a la Lafayette) Who is to say the plan isn't going according to schedule?

Looks more like a Leavenworth shot than Index.

Cancelled

Back in the 70's I heard of Painted Rocks and Cowiche Canyon in relation to rock climbing. I understand Painted Rocks is off limits to climbing because of the Native American artwork, but whatever happened to Cowiche Canyon climbing? Reading the great new guide I realized that there was no mention of the area at all - nor Painted Rocks for that matter. Routes were most definately reported in Climbing Magazine during the 70s.

ChucK don’t be duped…see the groundwork being set right now … Soon, there will be an elected Iraqi parliament. The elected parliament members will find themselves in the security accountability hotseat very quickly. There will be pressure for *Iraqi* action against any perceived Syrian involvement in the insurgency. The US will not let that action happen without its help. Whether US would prefer to act in Syria or not Iraq will “force” the issue…. ..and then there is Iran.... GWB=LBJ?

Jeff Smoot is updating his guide: Rock Climbing Washington and is asking for some feedback, updates & corrections

Speaking of fat I stepped on a scale today and found out that I am 157% of RumR's weight and only 112% of his height - plus I have 10 years on him! Looks like I am going to have to take up alpine climbing.

..will be victorious!

I am surprised you buy any at all. Isn't one look enough?

It is remarkable how different the recommended routes are. Even on the Tuff stuff Smith has a tremendous variety.

..... here.... ...find this ==> SEC. RUMSFELD: We'll take -- we'll take one last question..... ...and read.... My hat's off to the man! gibberish

Not sure where I got the 12b idea. Right, Watts Tots it is. Short crux. But in the Goldfish bowl. Another good thing about 5 easy pieces is that you can do it in the rain!

I think at 12b its plenty over rated. Compare it to say Tales of Power. My choice for a first 12 project would be that climb left of Latest Rage. Better pro and a bit harder technically than Dreamin' but also shorter! Pitch 1 of 5 easy pieces is a fun well protected easy .12 too - hmm actually that would be my choice.

You're an OW fan, have you ever wrestled with this route at Smith?

Abraxas at Index is the opposite of the Abraxas route at Smith because everyone does the bottom and nobody does the top.

Anyone ever climb this route at Smith? The whole thing or jus the top pitches? Spill the beans!

The ket to Dreamin' is to have a well trained support team shouting directions to the hol dover the roof.

Any ideas on what would be the “route to do “ if a serious cold snap develops this winter? The Upper Wall waterfall would be a once in a lifetime opportunity if the right conditions were to materialize. Any other thougths? Are you keeping your secrets..secret?!

I have heard the South Fork routes rock! Can't wait to get a copy.

Rossi needs to relax. This election has gone his way - all the way. He should conceed and look graceful as he is now in a wonderful position to destroy Maria C. and become our next Senator. Bumper stickers should be issued!

The answer appears to be buy early and buy often!