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link ... Interesting that Oly had a meltdown and told me to leave around the same time for having the absolute AUDACITY to question his authority. Reading that thread now it seems like maybe he just needed a hug? Instead I lied and told him I'd be gone for good but I always knew I'd be back to lurk spray once election season rolled around. You can't get this kind of commentary anywhere... even on cable. Nope, I just got sick of your shit, so I let you know that. I wouldn't miss it a bit if you never posted here again, and that still holds true. That you're back is no surprise though, you think you're a unique snowflake in that regard? Lied? Hahahahah, you couldn't stay away if you tried. Go ahead, try it.

Any chance at a RopeUp 2015, oly??? I'm back in the States now and would really like to get out for some casual climbing and drinking with friends before the snow flies (since I haven't climbed any since before I left for Afghanistan way back in 2012). Man I would love to...I love some crisp Leavenworth fall weather. Unfortunately I've got a ton of things going on and it is a little late to plan such a thing. But if people want to put something informal together I may be able to assist. I do miss Ropeup, it was always so much fun. Hope you are well Sobo!

Another page in the impressive book you and the Rat are writing...seems like you guys will have to start doing things naked or with old school gear just to keep it interesting... Awesome. "His rope, with climbing rack, rock hammer, and footgear attached, was spotted suspended from anchors on the overhanging southeast face at 1970 meters." Did you booty anything?

http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/man-sexually-attracted-playground-equipment-10098272

so, what was the net for calories?

cross linking this thread http://cascadeclimbers.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/ubb/showflat/Number/498669/Searchpage/3/Main/36667/Words/flagpole/Search/true/Re_Nightmare_Needles#Post498669

Lowell, I'm amazed with how well you are handling all this with all the grieving you must be doing. I personally would be super devastated to lose my wife, to the point where I can't even imagine it, so I'm sure this is super tough for you. You have always been a great example and asset to the climbing community, and we are all super sorry for this loss. I never met her, but I wish I had. If there is anything I can do to help you through this, no matter how small, please let me know. /porter

Looks like there was/is a fire burning at the top of the upper wall down onto it.

Come on out and spend an evening with people who love climbing just like you do. Here is the link to the Facebook page for the event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1039850629360416/ Come on out, makes plans, share stoke, share a drink with a fellow climber. The Bergschrund 4818 17th Ave NW, Seattle, Washington 98107 @7pm till whenver.

So you're saying it wasn't you then? He's just saying that he is a selfish and inconsiderate person, and obviously not a karma farmer.

Cool TR, I don't remember there being a water source that you could get at up there the one time I have been up there. I'm betting you guys had more fun than we did, as it was just a year after a fire that was up there so the hike up was really ashy. I would have definitely described it as sub-optimal. We were up to climb the Flagpole and it didn't work out, but it was a really fun trip up there regardless. It is a beautiful and rarely traveled place.

its a busy classic mang. good luck.

man, thats terrible.

lol billcoe, that ain't my jam either but nothing wrong with that. hope you are having a great summer.

not my thing Ben, but yeah super talented voice!

Yes Mark, but I bet you have something to add. I mean something substantial.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mohs_scale_of_mineral_hardness http://geology.com/minerals/mohs-hardness-scale.shtml queue the hardness jokes and also we have a couple geologists who post here who are pretty sure of themselves so I'm sure we'll hear from them

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mmmmm...oysters.

http://www.cnet.com/news/man-shoots-down-drone-hovering-over-house/

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"Index Upper Town Wall Fire: A fire was spotted earlier today above the Cheeks. DNR sent in a ground crew but they couldn't reach the fire so they will be using helicopters to air drop water tomorrow, Wednesday. The Upper Town Wall, Cheeks, Diamond, and Lookout WILL BE CLOSED TOMORROW for public safety to contain the fire. The Lower Town Wall is OK to climb at and out of harm's way of any water drops or falling rocks/debris." This message came out today, July 28.

I just read that the upper wall, left of the Cheeks, is burning. Crazy...anyone have details, pics, or any other info?