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Terry's a classmate of mine and an excellent speaker...definitely will be a fun time if you have the evening free.

bump...

I tried out the R320 today at PRG. They have a size medium to demo (just barely small enough for me--I have a 28" waist). I have to say it was pretty comfy. It seemed like it would pack quite small, which would be nice for trips into the backcountry. The gear loops have a vinyl cover which you can switch to angle either forward or backward, or even leave off (nice if you're gonna wear a pack). Gripes: obviously, cost. Also, the "haul" loop is a total misnomer. I'm not sure I would trust it to hold much weight, and there's a plastic (!) ring through it; why not a lightweight aluminum one I'm not sure. Overall seemed pretty slick.

So which appendage did you have to amputate?

I'll be in Utah from March 10 to April 6. I'll be bringing my snowboard, ice tools, and rock gear. For any of you who will be down there, holler at me if you want to get out. I would probably prefer rock climbing but would be game for whatever. Also considering heading to J Tree or Red Rocks at the end of March. Cheers, Erik

What's the difference between a guide and a large sausage pizza? The pizza can feed a family of four.

Ken, I climbed with you once at Beacon about a year or so ago. It was my first time there so we climbed the SE corner. I have a very random schedule so if you're looking for a mid-week partner for a random day then give me a holler. Otherwise, I'm sure I'll run into you at Beacon/Ozone/Smith... Cheers, Erik

Thanks for the pics of both climbs--looks like a rad trip. Do you have any idea how long the season lasts there? The cottonwoods run mostly E-W, right? So, are these climbs north facing or south? Any recommended guide books for the area? I'll be heading there in early March though I suspect that's much too late. Probably desert climbing weather...

Dude, all of these pics were nicked from www.hotchickswithdouchebags.com Ahh, Bridge and Tunnel night in Manhattan....

Mist Falls from last year's cold snap:

Ah, yes the bulbocavernosus reflex....when I worked at Grady County Hospital in Atlanta we called it the "Grady Handshake"...the patients were not thrilled. Depending on the trauma, there are all sorts of good reasons to do a rectal exam. People in motor vehicle accidents or fall from height (that might be us) can sustain significant pelvic fractures in which injuries extend into the rectum or involve the prostate (ouch!). Pretty rare occurrences but obviously not things that ought to be overlooked.

From the site's FAQ: Q: Aren't all douchebags from Jersey? A: While the douche force is strong in Jersey, it is not the only typhoid Mary of the Grieco virus. Jersey Douches remain the most obvious of the mockable scumbuckets who continue to molest hotties on a daily basis, and they will always have a home here at HCwDB. But we also explore the secondary and tertiary douche. The tonguebags, the handbags, the cactus heads and yes even the Fratchoads. It's hard to pick a favorite. I think Old No. 7 or the Oompa Prompa. Definitely could spend hours reading through "The Hall of Scrote"

...then you'll understand. This is quite possibly the funniest website I've seen in quite a while. www.hotchickswithdouchebags.com (Maybe not exactly work safe: no nudity, but plenty of hot chicks; also, laughing so hard you puke on your computer might be conspicuous...)

Mind if I join you folks? I've climbed with Jim a few times but have never been to his place...could somebody PM me his address? Cheers, -erik

Boondock Saints... "Now yer parents are going at it, in your own room!"

What kind of crampons are they? Steel? Aluminum? Cheers.

I'd be interested if I had a bit more info. Feel free to PM me.

Check your email, dude...way ahead of you.

Bump... Thought I would see if anyone had opinions about these now they've been out for a while. Also, BD has revised the cyborgs as well. What are you guys using for water ice crampons?

Check yer email...

Anybody looking to climb on Friday?

Exum Ridge?

The vasodilator was probably nifedipine (or other calcium-channel blocker), traditionally used for high blood pressure.

Check yer PMs