Crackbolter

You rock Sky. Thanks for getting me even more amped than I am already. I am like dynamite with the fuse almost burning into the gunpowder, in that moment of silence in anticipation of the shockload so immense that it echos in my mind forever. It is snowing in the mountains. Minutes feel like hours in anticipation of that one moment when your mouth is full of fine crystal powder from swimming so deep that you feel more like a dolphin than a human. Lets rip.

FM radio that has a little speaker and only takes on AA and lasts 6 hours. 6 oz. Perfect for listening to KZOK at 6500 in the NCNP at bivy. I'm looking for an mp3 player with the same features as well.

Wayne, You should show the evolution of a climbing route in one of your charts. Something like aid/free F/A -> free -> free speed record -> free solo speed record -> nude free solo speed record -> hottest female nude free solo speed record

The options seem somewhat limiting considering there is a much larger spectrum in climbing. Consider The most recent acheivements and goals: Josh Wharton's F/A of the Ambruzzi Ridge (over 6500' of rock) Chad Kellog's record speed ascents of the two highest peaks in N.A. (once took weeks to go from basecamp to summit now is being climbed in a matter of hours) To ski from the summit of Mt Everest and/or to ski the 7 summits (Everest saw it's first feet on the summit less than 50 years ago) First descents of the highest or steepest peaks in the world. I think I would choose none of the above. I think the biggest trend is the lower fatality rate and or injury rate from a sport once considered very dangerous. A large amount of fixed anchors, lighter and lighter removable anchors and much more durable, dynamic & shock absorbing ropes can allow a climber to carry more gear, place more gear and have a much more reliable placement than in the past. Consider the fact that Fred Beckey used neckties back in the day for slings. We've come a long way in safety.

Amen brutha!

you should get in touch with Cheri. She is in the know yo!

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Vic is just showing some side on the issue thats all. Perhaps the method of chopping is being criticized?

If you buy a pass, you are able to access Shuksan Arm in a matter of minutes or hours depending on how far you traverse. Shuksan Arm has some of the best backcountry in the PNW from what I've seen at other resorts except maybe Blackcomb. it seems to be one of my personal favorite ski resorts due to the size, terrain and cost. I wouldn't pay $600 for a pass considering the backcountry gets good in late December so unless you would rather put in short days, consider going to the resort until the snowpack becomes stable and then you can start accessing some of the best backcountry in the state.

Competing with the Yonder Mountain String Band show going on at the Showbox on Oct 9th. and Peter Rowan and Tony Rice at the Paramount at the same time. Too many options!

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Just keep it in Spray because that is what it is.

Because it makes people happy when they climb it. For the most part, I don't see anything wrong with Leland's style of establishment. As far as some ethic of style, I could care less as long as it is fun. Your bolt ethics are as purist as a "dryfly"fisherman. Just like many other climbers, you are a voice without leadership Lambone. If you were setting a standard by which people live by (think Jim Nelson) it would be a bigger voice but you blend into the complete bullshit that the majority of the regular posters spew. Cheers,

Lambone, I think you are over reacting over something that already hundreds of local climbers have climbed and rated as a worthwhile route. It is the most talked about route in our local retail shops over the last year and not due to the controversy but the quality of the route. Do yourself a favor and shut up about it already or at least when you go and chop it, make sure to tell Leland as a gesture that you are taking responsibilities for your actions. Wazzu, There is not going to be any chopping by the Forest Service or any other agency. It is merely speculation and rumor. Have fun out there! It is quite an adventure from what I hear!

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Getting the chop? And where did you hear that?

I just sent them to you.

It looks like he put em to pretty good use eh? You can call it whatever, I'm gonna call it R&D...okay there Dru boy?

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Dan and Forrest are the only ones who have made it to the base thus far. If I remember correctly, they didn't succeed except for the first pitch or two. I know of 4 parties who made an attempt and none successful. Nice going on that one Carl & Jim. That route is getting the best of the alpine repeaters. Give it another couple of years...and a worthy partner.

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I didn't see the W Ridge of Forbidden listed. Isn't that a classic one day route?

I nominate Pete Doorish. Same stlye of doing two pitch stuff in the mountain crags but also kicking it up a notch and doing insane big walls in remote places. No one ever really repeats his stuff that often either.

Go to Wave Trek and float Boulder Drop with a Ducky (Inflatable Kayak). You can then go climbing at the lower town walls after your trip. Darren and Chris are great folks and they really know how to make a trip memorable. The trips are pretty inexpensive considerng the years of experience they both have on that stretch. You can also leave from thier backyard down the river and walk to the crags. Their hottub you get to use looks right at th Cheeks, Diamond and Upper Walls not including Tom Thumb and other nice crags.

Mark my word, I will do it. Name a place that has good trout in an alpine lake, a fun ski approach and downhill and a rock climb with 6 pitches or more. Loking for partners for this as well.