ClimbingGirl33

Looks like we'll be there during the prime time - but that means more people to climb with right? I am definitely packing my helmet. Maybe I will see you there - or even here before there. Sounds little Dr. Suess doesn't it?

It's easy. You just pack up and leave. That's what I did - no regrets!

I'd rather focus on the AMAZING climbing I will be doing. B

Thanks Erik - I will definitely be there!!! You don't get much better than a weekend of fun and climbing do ya? Do you need to reserve a campsite?

Ahhhhhh Trask - such the charmer. I have my own wheels thanks - although I do own chaps and a whip.

If climbing is involved I am in - can anyone give me some details. Pretty Please?

What's the scoop on the rope up?

Multi-pitch is where it's at, although I haven't gotten much elevation since moving here. Potrero Chico in December though - yee ha!

Usually what I hear is "Mamacita" and have learned that "no beso" works too! Then again, depends who I am talking too

yeah . . . but this is also the same web site that didn't believe I was real. I had to take my figment of a self elsewhere ;-) Seriously - to find partners outside of the PNW - other sites have their uses.

I'm heading down to Potrero Chico this winter (December) and was wondering: who's been any camping/gear recommendations best/worst routes Yee ha!!! Can't wait. B

THANKS for all of the beta - I have a long list of places to try and my friends and I had a blast this weekend. Sad to say we didn't go very far though - the juggling multiple friends made a road trip tough. We climbed in the "Actual Cave", Club Paridiso and Amazonia all day on Friday though - and my shiny new quickdraws are now a little more broken in! Thanks again - the beta will be put to good use!!! -B

Hey - Try Rockclimbing.com for partners!!! It always works for me when I road trip! I've heard great things about the new and red and have friends who have climbed both places if you want some specifics: PM me and I will introduce you

Dru - I stand corrected.

Yeah - I was really hoping to do a trad/multi pitch or really check Squamish out. I've climbed at Conormorphine - and that is quite the approach. But at least I will still get on rocks! They've climbed all over so can handle rock other than Rumney Granite - think they just got spoiled by the easy approaches there. Thanks for all the beta for Leavenworth - I bought the new guidebook a few weeks ago, but your tips will help. Stay tuned for an update Who knows - if we have enough trad. gear (I am just starting a rack) we may hit Index.

OK = some my pals arrive on Thursday and we have Friday to climb. Squamish is out because it's too much of a drive for a day trip for these guys. Soon grasshopper . . . Unsure if we'll have trad. gear available (depends on how packing goes I guess). They really want to get on rock . . . and aren't as thrilled about any long approaches (think Rumney) So Part 2: If you had one day to SPORT climb on Friday - where would you go. Any must do routes up in Leavenworth?

Check your PM's!

The ratings at the Gunks are insane . . . compared to anywhere - East or West. Then again, climbing at the Gunks is AWESOME! Just make sure you eat your wheaties!

Thanks for all the beta everyone . . . decisions, decisions. As for the proposals - yeah . . . right. NEXT!

Why thank you kindly sugah We may actually have two days now, but all I can say the last thing I want to do is wait until they get here. Can't believe I've been in Seattle for three months and haven't made it up to Squamish yet. If anyone is willing to help me transition to trad (I've seconded on a handful of multipitch climbs but really want to start leading) let me know! I'll let you know where we end up - but keep the suggestions coming, I've got my own wish list going now!

Decisions Decisions . . . .I guess in part it will depend if my ropegun brings his rack or not!!! What about Darrington? How about a classic multipitch - I've done a few 5.8 -9 multipitches with this pair and provided there are no extended traverses or major power moves L can usually keep her "head." Geesh: and why pay $50 when I can flutter my eyelashes and work the southern accent. . .

Thanks for the tips! I am itching to get out to Index. Seems like I've done way too much sport climbing since moving out here . . . then again, better make sure my ropegun brings his rack! Does Index get hot in August? What's the best guidebook for that area? Look at me - so many questions!

where would you go? I am still fairly new to the area - and thus far have only had a chance to check out Vantage, Leavenworth, and of course exit 38. Have some climbing friends out for a visit in a couple of weeks, one can lead trad. up to 5.12 and the other climbs up to 5.10 but tends to lose her "head" sometimes . . . me, I can climb up to 5.10 and get stubborn . . . Any suggestions. Can you do Squamish as a day trip? Thanks!

Wow- kind of feels like I have a cyber stalker. Creepy.

Oh no CG33, you're a cute redhead. Awwwwwww shucks - thanks!