rayborbon

see below [This message has been edited by rayborbon (edited 01-23-2001).]

DPP, I agree that Da Kines are great. I have some mitts and love them. I used them skiiing, snowshoeing and merely hiking. Not the exact setup but agree I paid a similar price and they perform well. However mine have dookie for knuckle pro. It's amazing how once in a while inexpensive gear is ok and comes outta the closet so. -Ray

Ok JediMaster, I will get with you on your design\invention.

I can think of a flurry of less than grade IV climbs that are awesome. From the judgement of Lowell's ascents I would guess that his would be of high quality! Maybe you are getting mixed up in numbers.. -Ray

Has anyone used this piece extensivley. It looked bulky but very user friendly. http://www.simond.com/pagesa/rack-glace.htm -Ray

I we are trying to get feedback on leashes I prefer a design like the Grivel Free leash. http://www.grivel.com/products/default.htm It is a simple no brainer once you get it on (self tightens). It is easy to remove by looping the adze or hammer and pulling. No fanciness. There are other companies that make very similar designed leashes too. I just dont prefer the leashes mentioned above mainly because of price. I paid ~ $20 for mine. I also have a Charlet Moser leash that I believe is not as simple and user friendly. I was guilty of not adjusting the small plastic piece near the wrist padding so it would not cut off my circulation at first. Many others miss this little feature and it is key. -Ray

I used them up in Lilloet this weekend and they offer no padding for the knuckles. They held the water out fantastic though. Not really breatheable and not very durable for long term use. But a good buy if you are poor like me. I used a pair of fleece liners underneath. -Ray

Maybe it means (pardon my French) head up ass?

Hey 512, Could you mail me so I can pick your mnind about Synchronicity? I may have spoke with you up there. Did you do it on Sat? -Ray

Jeff smoot takes reports and posts them on his website. This includes alpine routes. http://www.climbingwashington.com

quote: Originally posted by rayborbon: I bet the National Guard has some out in Yakima Training Center...Look at Ranger Joes website you may find a Tm detailing all the necessary specs. http://www.rangerjoe.com/ -Ray

I bet the National Guard has some out in Yakima Training Center... I bet if you look at Ranger Joes website you could find a Tm detailing all the necessary specs. http://www.rangerjoe.com/ -Ray

Right on Derek. It's part of the game and you must calculate the risks and decide if you are gonna take them. Granted they were there 1st but if they were Tr then too bad. Also going to a popular place like that what would you expect?.. -Ray

Jeff Smoot also has a rock climbing book and web site http://www.climbingwashington.com Rock Climbing Washington- Falcon Press? -Ray

You guys keep kickin' ass. I am off to Lillooet ice fest. If ya wanna join me you better jump in. I was in 3-95 baby. -Ray

I am headed here and report will follow. -Ray

I agree with Colin that we are not fightin' male or females here. However I must be honest and say that the females I have encountered are more willing to let things slide. This is only my experience though. I know this is a touchy situation but let's keep it in line. The links above are the best, and I used them. I have contacted the necessary people including politicians on my opinions as well. I recommend everyone do the same instead of just agreeing with my whining statements. I am not slamming anyone though.let me tell you that I get very angry! Express your feelings and do something about it. -Ray

Oh yeah, one more tip. You can legally park one eighth of a mile in distance from the trailheads and be out of the fee area according to this Ranger. -Ray [This message has been edited by rayborbon (edited 01-18-2001).] [This message has been edited by rayborbon (edited 01-18-2001).]

I would go just for the rafting part! [This message has been edited by rayborbon (edited 01-16-2001).] [This message has been edited by rayborbon (edited 01-16-2001).]

For those that wanna know: If you get a ticket at the snow creek parking lot for not filling out the day permit show up in court. Today the ranger was not there and I got off for the $100 offense due to a technicality. He gave a written statement saying I was back in the wilderness area. However I claimed to be at Goat Dome and said I used a different trail that is not within the wilderness boundaries. This could not be disputed since the guy was sitting in the parking lot and not on the trail where the boundary lies. -Ray [This message has been edited by rayborbon (edited 01-16-2001).]

In response to the climber's must take shuttles I understand what you mean. You have to remember that this looks like a way for the Park Service to pump more people in there. I think in that perspective they are making a good argument saying climbers occupy parking spaces for longer periods of time.... Looking at the fine print it seems there are 2 alternatives and I am not sure I agree with either one of them. They plan on rebuilding visitor centers, possible expansion parking lots. Open the west side of the mountain to shuttle buses. Alternative 2 seems to be the better of the 2. If you think this is ridiculous check out this link someone posted at my work. How many people actually needed this thing put in? How much money it wasted.... http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/news/local/html98/poop16m_20000816.html -Ray [This message has been edited by rayborbon (edited 01-15-2001).]

Regardless of if I like it or not there seems to be a change coming here. I am interested to see the views from other people here. I think I might be in agreement of the shuttle bus ideas but not the re-opening of the west side of the park or camp site enlargements for sure. The ONLY reason I agree with the shuttle bus idea is so that parking lots are not enlarged. I was unable to view the actual proposal plans 1-3 though. Good one Tim! -Ray

I have aggravated my achilles tendon several times to the point where I was on crutches for a couple of weeks due to pain. I recommend you treat your injury with care prescribed by a doctor or whomever qualified. It can lead to a longer lasting injury in the long run or a repeating problem. I agree that you should treat it with heat and stretch it. However keeping fit and enjoying the mountains can be hard to resist. -Ray

I disagree that supplementing your rack with the WC Rocks. They don't quite have the range of the BD therefore you must carry more of them. Or you end up bumbling around and grab a piece that requires some tinkering to get plugged in. I have both WC and BD and I prefer BD because it allows me to carry less pieces and less second guessing if am "Sketchin" (I practice this regularly) . Go aid climb a long crack with both and you will see what I mean. -Ray

Jon you had some informative linx. I checked them out and plan to use some of the ideas I brained up while reading them. I am scheduled for court next week in the desert and will let everyone know the details and the outcome. As far as the $100 fine I am not sure. The Ranger told me something to the effect that I would lose. Maybe that is his job?? I may be inclined to pay to use these beautiful lands if I had more details on where the money ends up. Still waiting for positive input from anyone else??? I am a whiner in search of positive answers. -Ray