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I really fought responding to this ad for awhile-glad to see so many of you share my feelings towards east coasters who feel it necessary to post like this. Talk about typical attitude. Hey Andy Zig, try the North Face of Mt Hood! That should suit your "expert" skiing style. pffft

So Orton's climbing SW Oregon looks wonderful! I think that coupled with Weekend Warrior ought to do the trick. When I get to Bend I'll pick something up on Smith. Thanks for the advice... It was cool seeing that Orton's book is actually a collectors item. Woot!

What about "Weekend Rock Oregon?" I've heard good things. And thanks guys. I appreciate it!

Wow, really?! No advice?

I was hoping for some recommendations on book choices for topos/beta in the Oregon area... All help appreciated. Planning for a big summer of traveling the area and climbing hard. Not necessarily a newbie, but suggestions welcomed!

Saw the pictures! It looks SUPER amazing!

Also, is "The Little Crag" the same as "Area 51?" If not, how close is Area 51 to The Little Crag?

I was searching for directions to "The Little Crag" near Dufur, Oregon. A buddy of mine and I are heading that way to winter camp and hike and we wanted to check out the areas climbing. Any beta and directions will be great. Read about this little known spot in Urban Climber and want to get at it. Thank you!

Any advice on taking a lead fall? Any articles or videos online I can view? That's what makes me most nervous is a lead fall and trusting gear. I dont want to take a whipper wrong and injure myself. It's important to fall correctly ya know?

I had no idea there was bouldering near bridge of the gods! I have a crash pad and am totally down to get out ASAP! Was supposed to lead a 5.8 at Frenches dome today and they bailed on me! Lame I know. Was maybe camping/climbing area 51 this weekend, but I'm down for ANYTHING. PM sent! Call me or message me for partners. I'm ready to get outside-though my climbing muscles are all but gone now due to this large break! =( basically like starting over in this sport! Boo! Haha! Anyways-hit me up and thanks for advice!

I had a buddy teach me all the knots and safety calls associated with top-roping and sport climbing, but we only went twice before he was injured with a different partner, taking him out for the season. I know how to lead belay comfortably as well as belay, but what else can I do to better prepare for leading sport climbs and taking a lead fall? I climb in the 5.9-5.10 range comfortably but am VERY nervous about leading!That's natural I assume... I have quick draws but being that I've only top roped twice, don't necessarily feel comfortable yet. Should I get more time top roping first? Should I take leading classes at the gym first? I'm VERY determined but absolutely safe as I can't afford serious injury or worse! So what's the next step? I boulder decently enough in the v3-v4 range, so what can I do to better prepare and be a safer climber for myself and partners? Please be gentle! I LOVE THIS SPORT!!! It's my obsession! Advice is necessary in this sport and much appreciated! I was thinking a great deal more top roping at the gym and outside whenever possible and then an indoor class on leading, but it's costly and I can be impatient. I'm merely enthusiastic-NOT DANGEROUS! Just looking for some advice on the best way to advance so I can get on some big walls! Thank you all very much and take care! Peace

Thanks for all the positive responses. Please keep em coming! It appears as though I'm going to meet some solid climbing partners willing to help me strengthen my abilities and start leading soon! Thanks cascade climbers!!!!

Also, what are your stats? Male-female? Weight-height?

Yes!!! Do you lead? Gear? What's your climbing ability? I'm totally down!

Peace.

Hello all! My name is Jonathan. I recently started top roping after bouldering for a while and am in need of local partners until late September when I'll be returning to school. I know how to lead belay and top rope, knots and all safety calls are well known. I'm a safe climbing partner and absolutely in love with this sport!!! I have gear and would like to start leading soon with the right help/direction! You could say I'm anxious to learn-which would be an understatement. I am desperately seeking experienced climbers to help me along and get outside with. ASAP!!! I'm a solid 5.9-5.11 climber but have had to take some time off this summer due to lack of partners... Thats life i suppose. Please contact me!!! I really want to climb!!! I'm feeling lazy out here without partners!!! I just found a decent bolted spot along the White Salmon River and am anxious to get outside! Very respectful and ready anytime!!! My schedule is WIDE open until school starts September 26th!!! Please call or text Jonathan @ 503.875.9199 Again, I have all gear except a rope and partner and enough experience for us to have a great time. STATS: Male 195lbs 6'2" Tall