Cpt.Caveman

I didnt see any bears since last month. I can't argue with those comments daylward- just wanted someone to clarify things. Don't feel the need to go to the soapbox or watch soap operas. I'm just lookin fer facts. Erik's just putting in comments to try and act as if he is a dominant climber since he has a grudge- he's lame. Thanks for the real replies Dan.

Raffi Bedayn. Grand master of snaffles- god rest his soul. I heard from some weird source his daughter did a climb of Pigeon Spire last summer. Twas a 1st climb of Raffi's

Has lots of options. Replacing my old beat the hell up holes everywhere lafuma. Ideal for one night trips or rock climbing and even skiing. Costed a little more than 99$ but I think the extra 18$ are made up in features. The Euros come again with good gear made for fat people that dont need much bivy gear.

Mine is for any mountain in the cascades. Depends on how much you whine about light too. Some people need street lights to find their butthole.

zoom sucks and is too bulky. Batteries die quick and since it's so bulky I'm more inclined to leave it behind. Whatever though if it works for you.

I have only one headlamp works for everything - Ideal There are other ones similar so I am not pushing this product out as a must buy. But when I did buy it it was the only one of it's kind that I could find. Still works fine and is small.

I bolted a rap station 2 years ago- I dont understand I guess I'll put in some more bolts when I get there... If you're fat and climb slow there is no discussion of words in the speed climbing community it seems. It's a word of theirs or it's a word of theirs. Last time I met one of the said party he was more interested in being a self loather. That's not Colin or Sean-not mentioning names. Bummer people are like that. I expect more hate mail and dis.

How is that ideal and why? I see the comments about rope chopping but no real comment of truth trying another option- skeptic. You mention lots of details about a descent route you did not descend??. I am not being a jerk just curious that you are not giving the info people might be seeking. I see you note taking slings... I interpret that as discover your own descent based upon Daylward experiences. Not being arrogant but what's the deal>>? The only thing I can gather is bring lots of slings if you want to descend and dont rely on others. That's a norm for some and me... -RB

Miloshk and I actually climbed a good route in BC recently. That fucker is a fun climbing partner. Aside from his shitty accent which is half of the fun when communicating- Miloshk is talented. We managed a fine route. For all the lovers I climbed the southwest face of mount jimmy last week. Although my work is hindering plans I always find a worthy summit as I hope you all do. What's next folks! I heard that Slesse round 3 is in order. <My guess is Drew will bag out. I'm not monitoring shit so all those people that still hold grudges fuck off---> that means the sorry ass bitch at 2nd bounce with an attitude- mind you I was actually cordial with this idiot.

Enjoy brutha. I hope you take some pics for all to share. If not fuck it. It's hard to take pics sometimes....

The ones that take me 3-5 tries. Even then though- they end up usually being good. It's usually the weather or a learning curve.

Beauty of a mountain. Even if you climb any route.......

Of course we did a good job. Layton assisted a bit and I confrimed with him about the idea beforehand. I asked if I could use his name here and he is ok with that. Check it out! It's a beaut. BTW if you get your ropes caught in Libra Crack you are throwing them in the wrong direction. Besides who cares. I pulled lots of bushes and big trundle of death rocks at crags before. It's not like someone should deserve a chestbeating slap on the back for it. Most of the time I found it is in the interest of the party ascending. But thanks for it everyone else out there. We even spit shined the crack so a bomber cam will go in. If you cant put that cam in then try harder. It's not like it's a 5.10 death route with no pro. I had a bet that Erik would be one of the first foos to complain. I was RIGHT.

On subject original- EDK is fine. Notes above are pretty good. Agree 2 different diameters notes. Otherwise bring the FIFI hook and rubber band for a special.

So true. Call my boss. I'm sure he would be interested to have lunch with u.

It works and that is what I am talking about above.. It's just fucking scary...

It's like asking to get punched in the gonads. I'm waiting for Mountaineers books to publish a book by Peter Pubic about how climbing ethics should work. Better yet just write a long boring article to climbing and we can all wipe our ass with it. Nice website. Next time I'm in there buying goods at least put the gloves on and go a round.

You should check out the pms special-- Fifi hook rappel. I'm not the only fool scared of it. I heard bobinc and company made a bunch of them on some mountain too. Especially when your anchor is fingernail sized stopper. I checked out Forrest and Westman doing an interesting rappell from an ice climb in BC from a twisted up dead looking bush. As to the size of w I'm still amazed to this day it held. We opted for the big ass tree 50 feet to the right. Maybe there should be a braggarts discussion of the shitties rap anchors or rappel situations. Obviously the ones where nobody was hurt and the nerves were tweaked

I doubt it sees half the traffic of any other route. It's pretty intimidating in person. The McClane book has some very detailed arial photos and is probably the standard guidebook for the mountain. Although I think the Lowe route looks pretty cool and heard the winter routes up there are good too.

Tough stuff. I'm content climbing the ski routes.

Dreadlocks!??

I am a lesbian looking for more girl climbing partners. Can I show at your party too!!!!?

Name one route where a hairy runout is necessary with a flex #3 camalot. That's the real question.

While doing my homework on Vicuna Beach I came across the hugest recommended ticklist I've ever seen. Check it out:http://bivouac.com/UsrPg.asp?UsrId=30 Tri cams work. So do heavy ass weighalots aka camalots. Many times a different brand will work in the same place. It's like being a dude that fixes up a honda civic with racing pipes thiking he is better off than somebody in a turbo audi. Who cares?

Don't get me started on the Tri cams again! Your fears dont dictate my decisions. Do as you wish. And this whole time I thought Tri Cams sucked, when it's really a lack of huevos on my part. I'll remember to breathe deeply as I place that next Tri Cam into the placement that "nothing else will fit in". If that makes you feel better. I'm not getting on some "I am tough" kick at all. Just stating my thoughts. If you disagree good for you. Make some comments and arguments and whatever. I'm not necessarily going to argue against them with prejudice. Carry your camalot and I will carry my friends. Is one better than the other if they both work? No.