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There's been a recall issued on some Grigri 2's. More informatin can be found here: http://www.petzl.com/us/page/recall-replacement-grigri-2-0 Chad

I've never heard of Otto and I'm pretty familiar with Broughton Bluff. What wall is it on? Chad

Similar situation here. I've free-soloed climbs occasionally. I'm also dealing with elbow tendinitis. Neither are related. Chad

The weather is looking kind of iffy for the weekend. If it ends up being dry, Ozone Wall, the Farside/Dropzone, and Broughton Bluff are nice places for cragging. The first two are in WA and Broughton is in OR. All are west of Hood River and are quick to get to. Horsethief Butte misses a lot of Portland's rain, so you could head out there for some bouldering and short routes. Chad

Woohoo, so excited about the book. Thanks for all your hard work Tim. Chad

I don't know what to say except that it's a crying shame that a young guy perished out there. Here's a little bit of info on the accident: http://northeastportland.katu.com/news/public-spaces/climber-rocky-butte-falls-and-dies/440459 Does anyone have any more information? I think Joseph was probably right when he said that Rocky Butte is the most dangerous place to climb in Portland. Chad

It was nice to meet you out there today Kevin. Great day. Chad

There was a good discussion a while back about resolers: http://cascadeclimbers.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/722881/Resoling_Climbing_Shoes FWIW, I'm happy with the one pair of shoes I've had resoled by Ramuta. Chad

DPS, genepires, the prices you guys are quoting is not for a hole repair. In my opinion, if you can see your toes, it's time to retire the shoes. This is what Mountain Soles has to say about hole repairs on climbing shoes: "Please note if you have a hole that goes all the way through your rand and leather (so that you can see your toes), you might be out of luck. We can often fix these problems and it adds a little to the cost of a resole. However, if the shoe is in really bad shape we might recommend that you buy a new pair of shoes." Chad

Wow, great trip report. I got my reading done for the week. What would be the issue if that block that's bolted to the wall were to be trundled? I've never seen anything like that. Chad

You may want to do some cragging around Portland before your trip to Smith. Otherwise, you may be a bit overwhelmed when you stroll down the trail to the bridge for the first time. You have more than enough equipment to set up a top-rope off of a fixed anchor. With that said, you or your partner will need to lead the climb to set up a TR unless you are just going to sequester yourself to the Norther Point area. Keep in mind, there are often classes using many of the sweeter lines in this area. If you want to head out to one of the local crags sometime, sent me a private message. Chad

Is B for bask? The illustrations are great. Chad

Fun reading and great pictures Ivan. Thanks for posting. I may have missed it but what is this route? Bubbas In Bondage > Picnic Lunch Wall? Not that I have any experience with it, but it looks like Journey To Ixlan will get you that little extra mileage you desire by continuing up the highpoint in the formation. Although the description alone is making me sweat. Chad

Yes, the fee to bivy at the Park covers the day use fee. Unless something has changed recently, you can drive out of the bivy area and park wherever you want as long as your payment stub is displayed in the window. The Northern Point parking lot would be a bit of a walk from the bivy lot. Chad

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Haven't had this problem with the three bi-pattern ropes I've owned. Chad

I disagree, finding the pattern change has always been easier for me than finding the center mark; particularly when ropes get older. Also, using a Sharpie to mark your rope is not a good idea. There are some pretty nasty solvents in these markers which can damage the mantle. Chad

Black Diamond Hammer Holster. Brand new. Located in inner North Portland, wold prefer not to ship. $6 takes it or I'd trade for either a locking oval, Doval, or a Helium carabiner (new or use). Chad

Wow, impressive. How was the weather over the weekend? Chad

FWIW, the silver colored ones are available for $56.97 here: http://www.brms.com/petzl-grigri Free shipping too. Chad

I don't like the floppy-ness of the larger Master Cams. I use my red C4 quite a bit and have no complaints. Why are you wanting to replace your red C4? Chad

Those picture show a glimpse of what must have been an extraordinary woman. I'll think about her the next time I'm fifteen feet above my last piece and nervous. On a side note, those basalt columns are awesome. Chad

Can you explain this a little more? Also, how do you know the metal is cheaper on the new version? I don't doubt it, just curious as to what you are seeing or have heard. I wonder if Petzl will continue to produce the original Grigri for their tactical and industrial line? Chad

I agree. Whatever they did with the cam shape seems to have alleviated the on/off nature of the old device. Hopefully this will translate to less frequent reports of partners being dropped by panicked belayers. Chad

Wait...?! To clarify, you just got rid of that Gri Gri2 you JUST bought like a week ago? Yes, got rid of it. The one you fondled. I used it several times yesterday at Rocky Butte and it solidified my impression that it was not the tool for me. Chad