Sherri

Great TR, guys! Enjoyed the fine writing and beautiful-as-always pics. That one of the "blister" made me do a double take. Thought it was one of Coulior's avatars for a second there....

Most of the guide companies offer 1-3 day weekend courses, as well, pretty much now thru fall. (Check out websites of Mountain Madness, Northwest Mountain School, Squamish Rock Guides...for dates/info/prices, etc.) I think Squamish Rock Guides also runs 5-day "Complete Rock" course.

Kevino, Mostly, I use it with a 10.2mm but have also ran it on my 10mm. On the smaller rope, or before a sketchy move above a ledge, I will adjust the tension lever (it's the button that puts it in/out of "locked" mode) so that it is running in a partially closed position--prevents extra rope from feeding through before it catches. Nice to have that option if you're nervous about that at all. Mfr recommends using an 11mm rope, and a chest harness. Singing Rock Locker device

Thanks for posting up the feedback on your impressions of the SP, LanceG. I've been considering going that route myself in the near future. Keep 'em coming, if you don't mind... For burning top-rope laps, I've been using a Singing Rock Locker--it's like the old Troll Rocker--which works beautifully for that purpose but not for self-belayed leading.

Hey Jud, Glad it sounds like all systems are still "go" for your course! As for the rain, you're right, you've just got to go with flow up there. The guides know how to make the most of what Mother Nature throws at them. I think it rained during both of my courses, and those were in mid-summer. We spent a lot of time plugging gear into the cracks under Zombie roof. Have fun and think sun.

Hey Jud, Great idea to post-up for folks as a way to fill out the course quota. I took a couple of those courses a year or so ago with SRG and they were a great resource. I'd recommend them to anyone wanting to build some solid skills in a safe, instructional environment. I know someone else who is wanting to do that course(trad lead), but I suspect the weather forecast will be a deal-killer for considering doing it this weekend. If you end up postponing, let us know the next one you are shooting for and I'll pass along the info to her. Good luck!

I was using IE, too. I want better drugs if we're going to do more experiments. TIA!

Sweet! You girls(and Roosters) have a good time this weekend!

I see a big black box covering half the screen when I go to the homepage. I have to do an end run around it(by clicking on a trip report at the bottom of the page) to get into the forums(everything else is blocked by the black box of death). This just started this afternoon....

I'm just easy. Sign me up for the next trip.

I don't know, but the suspense is killing me.

Looks like it wa an awesome trip, getting two classics under your belt....great pics on the link!

Did Jesus like green bean casserole? Seems like it shows up on every holiday table. (Sorry it's a little OT, but it had to be said.)

That's brutal.

...before AND after the cat eats it. Good luck w/the puppy preview today, M!

Eat the ears first.

mjw-- "Old 5.9" is down there now thru Monday and is looking for partners. Check your PM's for contact info.

I like the "please be all good" on the search button.

Hey, those dogs don't have legs! Still cuties, though.

My money was on Cashew Chicken. After taking out Garlic and Pepper Chicken, she was a real contender. "Garlic Beansprouts" shouldn't have even showed up.

Trailrunning on climbing trips--it's a win win. :tup:

Check yer PM's.

If anyone's looking for a Smith partner for this weekend, my buddy "Old 5.9" is on his way there this very minute and is looking for a climbing compadre once he arrives. He'll be there until Monday. PM me if you want his contact info.

" That's some depressing meteorology. Although, it probably helps the sales of the "I love wet crack" tshirts at the gear shop up there. As for the softness of the grading in Squamish, I will say that it is one of the only places around here where I can lead a 5.8 that doesn't scare the bejeebus outta me. I don't know if that makes ME soft, or Squamish soft, though?

I can bike any time from my front door. I have to drive somewhere to climb. This results in doing more biking than climbing, but I still like climbing better. I'm sure there are tons of forums out there for the spandex-clad. Here's one I've found myself using from time to time: bikeforums.net