Sherri

Good point, Minx. But do you really think some men would mind being abducted by a psycho chick posing as a steamy barista or as a sham photographer who wanted to treat their bodies as a "commodity"?

Cheers!

And while I'm at it, "why do your wrists smell like feet??"

Umm, did your delivery guy happen to look like this? If so, I'd consider him a suspect and investigate the matter further. "Hey delivery dude, how come your eyes smell like pepperoni?"

I totally agree! Keep it up and you'll be labeled Feminazi in no time. I'm a sucker for girls in uniform.

Carolyn, Thanks for the enlightening and engaging discourse on this subject. People can always agree or disagree based on their own observations or experiences. For me, your points strike powerful chords, bringing issues to the surface that often remain in the subtext of society's messages. Way to put yourself out there regarding something so important to you.

Somebody had to say it!

Great info...thanks for keeping us in the loop. Sherri

I think you should definitely look into it. With over 15 years of running logged on these tootsies, I've had my share of foot woes: recurring neuromas(treated initially with cortisone and then with two unsuccessful surgeries) and a ruptured plantar fascia. Orthotics came into the picture pretty early on, and I've seen the good and the bad. (A lot of folks out there doing more harm than good, IMHO.) Most of the ones prescribed by podiatrists were very expensive($200-400), and basically worthless. The neuromas came back again and again, even with curtailed running mileage. I've had them from all types of material combos, and in various lengths. The worst were the rigid half-lengths which made even STANDING a painful activity and made the ankles vulnerable to pain and injury. Happy Ending, though! sickie Two years ago, a local shoestore owner who does the orthos for pro athletes (as well as for little old ladies) made everything right. For less than $200 out the door, he made a custom pair of orthos(his are felt, neoprene and cork--no rigid plastic) and I'm running more than ever before with absolutely no pain. I didn't think it could be done, but this guy seems to know feet better than anyone and I'd recommend his approach in a heartbeat. People come from all over for his service, and it's worth every penny and more. He starts by observing and manipulating your feet, ankles, and calves, then he can tell YOU what hurts, what you injuries you've had, what injuries you're going to have, etc. Kinda like going to a fortune teller for feet. Makes me a firm believer that if you're going to do it, it's worth doing right. People will seek you out for it. If you want to contact him for more beta which may be helpful to you in your consideration of getting into this, I can PM it to you. In conjunction with getting the orthos sorted out, I've found trigger point therapy to be especially helpful for keeping things injury- and pain-free. Maybe that falls into the treatment you already provide though? Good luck, Michael!

The Vasque trailrunning shoes have been great multitaskers for me; I originally got them exclusively for running but found that they worked great for approaches, scrambling, etc on my climbing trips. Saves bringing separate shoes for each activity. As far as stylish, the last pair fit the bill, sporting a low-profile earthy green color, but I've heard that the latest crop is a now some gawd-awful color. I should have stocked up. Shoot.

A Democrat from New Jersey sickie

Metronatural

That has to be the most well-written poop TR I've ever read. A classic! I almost felt like I was there. (but I wasn't, honest!)Thanks for sharing.

"Pass It On--Hygiene At Your Fingertips" by Sharon Coliform Knowledge is power!

i would pay money for this to be serious. I think it was intended as dry humor.

That's what I wanted for Christmas.

Chap Dass! That one's sure to be a classic. Thanks for contributing folks! Nice to start the day with a good laugh.

Oops...Make that eleven. Forgot the one for the approaches: "Put Your Best Foot Forward" by Hilda Climb

Books for every climber's must-read list this year! Have a safe and happy one! "Don't Lose Your Trailhead" By Karyn Stonestack "Do-It-Yourself Footcare" By Lance Boyle "Giardia and You" By Lucy Stools (foreword by Chuck Upton) "I've Fallen and I Can't Get Up" By Eileen Dover "Don't Let Rappelling Get You Down" By Otto Block "Nice Rack!" A hand's-on gear review by Kara Beaner "Get High on Multipitch: What the Buzz is All About" By Al Pine "Between a Rock and Hard Place? The Truth About PMS and Crampons" A monthly periodical by Luna Cycle "Marraige on the Rocks--Knowing When to Let Go" By Helen Highwater "Taken for Granite: How to Avoid Becoming His Belay Slave" By Betty Falls Did I miss anything?

Thanks Trek!

Thanks, Steve! At this point, three of the people I was supposed to meet there have come down with the Christmas crud so it's not looking good. If I decide to go alone, I'll PM you by tomorrow night to let you know to look for me, and you can let me know if you'll still be there. Stay well!

[quote=jimlup go on an enforced diet of tail mix... Might have to skip the tail mix...I can never catch the little critters.

Anyone planning to hit the gym Saturday afternoon? I'm probably going to be there between 2pm and 6pm belaying a friend who's climbing for the first time(recruiting! ); I thought I'd have another partner joining us so we could rotate climbs/belays, but he hasn't confirmed yet so if anyone's interested in either joining us or swapping belays with me so I can get in a little climbing too, I'd be grateful. I can post an update tomorrow or soon I as get the scoop from the missing third... Thanks! Sherri

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