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Is he up to 200 attempts on Chronic, yet? I'll have to hit the after work sessions to follow the epic. What's not to believe? Marcus has worked that route more than any route has been worked before. The guy should go into climbing mythology for his single-minded madness.

How's about we abandon pub club in favor of a sewing circle, where we all exchange patterns and sewing tips for making our own gear? I'm not joking. I think. Years ago, I sewed my first pair of aiders. I only screamed a little when the 'bar-tacks' blew during my first aid climb.

no one likes to fall alone.

Thanks for the advice, Fern. It buys you a beer if you're at the brewpub Sunday night. ps. Just to confirm- the backside trail is only accessible if you top out via Roman Chimneys?

On previous posts, I've heard that the descent from University Wall is sometimes complicated by closure b/c bird nesting. I checked the BC Access site, and didn't find any mention of current closures, but just wanted to confirm before I headed up. Also, any reason to pick Roman Chimneys over Bellygood Ledge if descending w/ shitload of aid gear? Thanks in advance for your kind & thoughtful response.

Tool Dip or Seam Grip would make the torn area really stiff- which would discourage me from using it. Like the others above, I would (and do) just let the punctures be- mine haven't shown any tendency to spread. YMMV

Snickering is one of the key steps to improved climbing outlined in the book. First, he coaches you toward being judgmental of others, examining their technique for weaknesses where you might be better. Sometimes it's as small as being better color-coordinated than some hard puller, but you have to remember that the source of greatness hides in these small, incremental ego boosts. Next, procede to quiet snickering among friends. By huddling together and mocking people who climb harder than you, you can diminish their acheivements- if only perceptually. Ultimately, you become a spray-lord, fully emboldened to chestbeat about nothing in particular, and to loudly deride anyone, anywhere, for nothing at all. Its like nirvana, but with an audience. Enlightenment doesn't count unless you let everyone know.

Nice pics!

Damnit- I missed the pagetop! The horsecock rider is a great image, but some of those Mountie pics make me cry every damn time. It's a tight race.

*** You are ignoring this ***

Ur just letting ur personal bias against the artist (Beck) influence ur judgment of the art. The Ruxpin piece is great. I think you're still bitter he banned you from Beckfest.

Golden Snaffie for TR: Teddy Ruxpin in the Danger Zone Honorable Snaffie for TR: Friction is Stranger than Truth ps. I think I even saw Beck lurking around again

Can we get a NEW RETARD FORUM?

It's like Deepak Chopra for rock climbers! This book has made me the amazingly moderate climber I am today! really.

Ooh- once Dwayner hears this, he's gonna give you a house call!

We have pictures of Yngve and Klenke in flagranto

I think you're right- but it would only reduce the impact force on the top piece by half. So, if the screamer reduces the load by 2Kn, the reduction in impact force on the top piece is only 1Kn. Contact yates directly - they're really good about responding to techy questions. I think he's a genius.

I'm hooking up with GregW- he's easy.

you forgot to mention 'spray like there's no tomorrow'

Nice list '4ford. Mine looks pretty damn similar, with some additions: Rock On-Ultimate Everything link-up. University Wall Liberty Crack Ptarmigan Ridge Liberty Ridge Mt Baring Elephant's Perch (Sawtooths) Grand Teton, N.Face If I find the time for half of this shit I'll be stroked.

Good God! The Colonel is back from the dead! What's next?? Trask?

No- I think they killed him the first time. It must be Mounties' bouldering practice.

OMFG!!! Is THAT what she means? This changes everything.

...she keeps using your avatar's name in bed.