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    Shopping for a beacon in Portland...

    in Local Gear Shops

    Posted · Edited by scottb

    Thanks for the reply, hemp.

    I've also been checking online for what local shops have. Looks like OMC will be the best bet (look likes they've moved since the last time I was there). REI usually seems pretty limited with what they have in stock. Never been to Mountain Shop (I ain't from 'round here), may have to check it out anyway.

    I just wanted some local input on the subject.

     

    Boot Beta

    in The Gear Critic

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    I own 'em. I put them on right out of the box and wore them up shasta. They worked great. I've had them for almost two years now and the only complaint that I have is that the laces broke during my second or third trip with them. I've used them mostly for general mountaineering and some easy/moderate ice climbing.

    I highly recommend them if they fit well.

    Best School for a Climber U of O or OSU ?

    in Oregon Cascades

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    If you're still open to suggestions, let me throw another one into the hat here: Southern Oregon University in Ashland

    Pros:

    LESS RAIN!!!

    Good local cragging (easy to get a quick burn in before/after class or work), four different climbing areas within a 5-45 min. drive.

    An okay university gym.

    An excellent commercial gym in Medford (10 min away)

    Still only 3 hrs to smith

    You're 2-3 hours closer to Yosemite, Tahoe, Castle Crags, Mt. Shasta, and other Cali goodies.

    Ashland is a cool town.

     

    Cons:

    Can't compare to outdoor/climbing related clubs and classes offered at bigger schools.

    Smaller university (this could also be a Pro) means fewer options for classes and majors.

     

    Just throwin' that out there... good luck.

     

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