koshkii

Hi there, Three of us are going to the Valley for 3 weeks in Sept (through Sept 22) and are looking for housing or a campsite that we can share for most or all of that time (would be ideal to not have to move around a bunch). Willing to pay up to $20/day total. Any takers? We're not crazy , responsible, love climbing, but are interested in life outside of climbing too. Would appreciate any leads even if you don't have a site/place to share. Thanks! Heather

Hi there, Does anyone have any beta on (ideally long trad) routes at Spitzkoppe or lesser known crags in Namibia or Zimbabwe? Thanks for any info!

have you rapped off of that pitch? You can't improve it without a bolt or leaving gear, and it's basically a tall, skinny slung block with a sloping bottom sitting/leaning on a sloping ledge, and it's all lucky to still be standing there. i took a deep breath and said some prayers as soon as I weighted that thing... i won't climb that route again because of that rap.

Hi there, Has anyone been up Iconoclast this spring? What's the consensus about rockfall risk coming up under the block where the big rockfall occurred last fall? Thanks, koshkii

Looking for a partner for Washington Pass, Sunday and/or Monday. Direct East Buttress SEWS, West Face NEWS, East Face of Lexington? Open to other ideas. Have rack and rope (will bring a #5 just in case). Will already be in Mazama Saturday, so if you want to climb, text me at (206) 979 8070.

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Hey there-- Have your plans changed at all? Do you have a partner yet? I've been considering a trip to RR or JT if I could find a partner, for those same dates. I lead up to 10c trad (depending on type of route) but am at least comfortable at 10a. Haven't done much aiding, but would be open to doing some moderate aid. Cheers, Heather

Used but in good condition. Different year than what's shown in this pic, but similar: http://gearx.com/scarpa-t2-womens-tele-boots-04-05.html Asking $40. Contact koshkii@hotmail.com if interested.

Sizes 6, 7, 8, 9, 10. Only two every placed; others slightly scratched from hanging on the rack. New price: $75 + tax; will take $40. http://www.bentgate.com/wirhexhexbyb.html Contact koshkii@hotmail.com if interesed.

Sizes 1-10. Good condition - $35 Contact koshkii@hotmail.com if interested.

Great condition, worn twice. Contact koshkii@hotmail.com if interested.

Hi there, I received a Petzl Stop single rope descender for a gift, and won't ever use it. It's made for caving and rescue work. http://en.petzl.com/petzl/SportProduits?Produit=195 New price was $84.99 + Tax; I'll take $70. If interested, please contact me at koshkii@hotmail.com Thanks, Heather

Hi there, I received a Petzl Gemini double prusik pulley for a gift, but won't ever use it. Tags are still on. New price was $67.99 + Tax. http://en.petzl.com/petzl/SportProduits?Produit=395 I'll sell for $50. Contact me at koshkii@hotmail.com if interested

Hi there, I have two Enchantments backcountry permits for next weekend + Monday + Tuesday (Aug 9-12), and would like to find someone who has permits in September to exchange with. Am willing to take 3-day permits instead. Any takers? Thanks, Heather

I don't think it's possible to always know when you'll be coming off... Just last week, i was gym leading on a vertical-slightly overhung route, and got up to where the last bolt was near my feet. The clips had all been to the left of the route at that point, so the rope was hanging down my left side, vs. between my legs. The route then went left around a slanting arete (less than vertical), and i couldn't see that the only way to stay on was to step out onto an insecure slippery foothold around the corner until I was already there...and the rope behind my left ankle. When my foot blew, i inverted, but luckily my belayer caught me before hitting anything. Only injury was a rope burn around the leg. But it got me thinking hard about the helmet--there's NEVER a good reason not to wear it outside (except when your head won't fit through a squeeze chimney, in which case I start to ask myself if I should be there in the first place... )