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See what I mean..whats a matter with you guys and your love for bumper stickers It makes the tailgaters smarter.

Update after first use: LOVE them. These babies were a dream to pack in(so light!) and performed flawlessly(smooth and tangle free). It was great to have the option to use twin or double rope technique--and even to be able to switch between the two techniques on the same route. Wish I had gotten these a lot sooner! I expected to be battling snarled piles of rope spaghetti being that this was their first climb, but was pleasantly surprised at the ease of managing these ropes. Maybe it's important to note that I was meticulous about following the mfrs. directions for properly uncoiling them out of the box and followed up the uncoiling with several rounds of flaking them to the floor from our second floor loft so that the "pigtails" and kinks could easily spin out the ends. Took about an hour but it was time well spent, I'd say, judging by how relaxed the ropes felt despite being brand new. Can't wait to take them on their next outing this weekend...

Here's one of the more recent threads I can think of, though I'm sure there've been plenty of others come and gone. Solo device thread "JosephH" is a respected resource on this topic. Entering his name may help narrow your search. Another good one from rc.com's archives: Solo device thread from rc.com Be safe and good luck!

If my second has bigger hands than I do, they often have some trouble cleaning the U-stemmed Metolius cams(I place them deeper without realizing I am doing so). On the up side, if a Metolius gets overcammed, you can rig a sling around the trigger and use your body weight to unstick it. I recently added a yellow Omega Link cam to my rack. Love it! It gets used on most every climb. With the range of three cams(at the weight of two), it's sweet to throw in when you are too sketched to fiddle for just the right size; also good to save for gear anchors, so you are more likely to have a piece of the necessary size left on your rack.

Way to go, guys! Makes me smile just thinkin' of all the fun you look like you were having.

Lately, I've been leading on a friend's twins for longer multi's and am sold on their merits. Great to have two ropes for rappells without the hassle of packing or trailing a tag line. Had a little trouble w/snarls at belays(my fault, I don't doubt) but overall it seems like a great system for climbs where weight and having two ropes handy has been a priortity. I just purchased a pair of PMI Verglas 8.1 which are rated as both twins and doubles. Looking forward to trying it out on Cookie Monster tomorrow (in Red Rock).

I've not had any trouble in Squamish. Last summer, folks I was climbing inadvertently left the hatch door wide open to the back of their Subaru in the Bluffs parking lot--when we returned to the car in the evening, seeing the door open, we expected to find the car cleaned out. Not the case. Everything, including packs, computers, gear, etc all still there.

Kute! Happy T-Day to you too! :kisss:

I was kicking around the idea of Index on Sat. Reckon it'll be dry?

Not meaning to sound optimistic about your unemployment prospects, but if you're still looking for someone with whom to climb whatever on warm weekdays next spring, I'd love to oblige.

My partner worked briefly as a paramedic/firefighter. I'm sure she'd be glad to help w/your questions, too. You can PM them to me if you want me to pass them along to her.

A big squishy belated Happy Birthday hug to you, Sobo. I hope it was a day as special as you, Hunnypie! :kisss: I know you will have a great year ahead of you. May you find new mountains to climb and new friends to climb them with(pick me, pick me!!!) And--most important--may your heart be happy and full. Here's to a year of putting all your parts to good use!

Could we please try to keep spray climbing-free? (never thought I'd have to say THAT here.... ) My tai chi teachers took up climbing a couple years ago to overcome height-anxiety; the were so enrapt by the transformative experience that they wanted all of their students to try it...the rest is history(for me). Thanks Steven and Lorelli!

Thanks for the link, Billcoe. I'd missed the news about that. I'm glad I didn't wait for Santa to bring me an SP.

I love Jerry's book. There have been many times when I have arrived at a crag(or trail intersection) and found folks looking confused trying to match up something in the other guidebooks. When I whip out Jerry's book for them to consult or compare to, the problem is always solved. I suspect he has sold more than a few books via this scenario. It speaks for itself.

I may be able to help you out. Check your PM's shortly.

Well,it IS Red Rocks, so one can easily understand why it would be hard to hang up the harness. Those little red guidebooks have been reprinted, BTW. The new editions are white, though. (Sounds like you've worn out your copy!) Dream of Wild Turkeys is on my ticklist. Just gotta work up the grades a bit more....

Small world....I bumped into Wendell(Broussard) at the Desert Rock climbing shop this spring. Don't actually know if he is still climbing, but when I saw him looked fit as a fiddle and I wouldn't doubt if he was still at it. He was most helpful in pointing us in the direction of a couple good routes to try on that trip. I've had the good fortune to regularly climb with a few of the old guard from there, and most times, THEY are waiting for ME to catch up(and that's just on the approaches. ) Tough breed, they are, and a total inspiration.

Kindling.

thanks, M! Apparently, this is not only Flat Stanley's fave trip, it was also his LAST trip. Kelly was supposed to take him to Moab with her this week, but he was nowhere to be found. Another case of "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas."

I'll be glad to fetch that beer for you Bug, long as I don't have to reach into any ice to get it. And long as your staying nearby here in Red Rock. Rob, you're so sweet! Much as I'd love to swing some sharp tools with you one of these days, I just don't see it happening, hun. It's not you, it's me(and my cold-temp wussiness). My Sobo knows I like it HAWT. :kisss: Thanks for sending the luv my way Jake, Feck, Rob, Tvash and Bug and helping to make this 41st a great one. Climbed "The Great Red Book" here in RR today. What a fun climb. Those liebacks were a great workout. Rawwrrr.

A great big :kisss: to all of you for your sweet birthday thoughts and wishes.! Corny as it sounds, your posts are a reminder that this place is made up of so many wonderful, real-world folks, and I feel blessed to be counted as part of this big, dysfunctional family. I am happy to report that I spent the day celebrating appropriately: climbing in beautiful Red Rock followed by toasting the occasion with dear friends here. Here's to 41 more! :brew:

Darn it, Argus, I don't think I can swing that one. Earliest I'm able to get back down there is the 13th. Was worth a shot though, so thanks for the chance. Hope you have fun! Denali, we've gotten mixed weather there in Feb. February RR trip report. I think the key may be to allow enough time for both good and bad, so you're not completely washed out if it's cold or wet for a couple days. I'm sure we'll try again this Feb, though, so let's cross fingers for the best! Would be cool to catch you there!

Thanks for the stokey, Sobo! Argus, I'm trying to get there often as possible while the wedder is good, so it's possible I'll be back there sooner rather than later. When are you going?

Anyone going to be down there w/flexible plans or room for a third? My partner for Monday may not be able to make it, and it looks like Tuesday is still wide open for me if someone needs a safe, happy partner for some moderate trad. I'll have rack, a 70m rope and my own transport/accommodation. PM me if you're interested!