dbb Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 There is no shortage of people being secrative about new routes, here or anywhere. I don't think it's all that unusual either. Look at how Strobach was developed. There were years (2-3?) of web reports before he revealed where the ice was. Then when he did, there was a bunch of information already available... Quote
JoshK Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 In all reality, I dont think there is any thing wrong with not sharing new routes. If somebody did the work to scope it out and explore it and wants it to themselves, than I can certainly understand that. IN all reality, I think there is probably more ice in this state than people realize. It is out there for us to explore. Sure, it's a lot harder to get to than in Banff or Montna, but I bet more is out there. It's not like the ice they are hiding is some epic world class route. I'm sure there is plenty like it out there...when I get the time I hope to find some meselfs. Quote
Lambone Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 It's not like the ice they are hiding is some epic world class route. to say the least Quote
Skisports Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 Lambone said: It's not like the ice they are hiding is some epic world class route. to say the least That ice on sloan has Potential so there might be. Quote
philfort Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 Here's some more less-than-world-class ice I saw hiking two weekends ago, only 2 miles from a road (mostly on trail), elev 4000ft: It was falling down that day -- maybe it's in with this cold snap? oooo - I wonder where it is..... Quote
JoshK Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 See, Washington is an ice climbing mecca...now if we can only get paved roads put all over the cacades. Quote
cracked Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 Cpt.Caveman said: Stroke each others cocks and have your fun. There is lots of ice but if you are going to be "secretive" then keep it that way. I could just call up somebody and ask them but in truth I could really care less. Sounds like Caveman is jealous... Quote
Cpt.Caveman Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 dbb said: There is no shortage of people being secrative about new routes, here or anywhere. I don't think it's all that unusual either. Look at how Strobach was developed. There were years (2-3?) of web reports before he revealed where the ice was. Then when he did, there was a bunch of information already available... Look ma it's me. Thump thump thump. Yes of course areas are "secret". I just think your little clicks approach to web chestbeating is obvious. cracked that's not really what it is. Ice climbig is kind of a drag lately. I've been preferring to ski anyway. Quote
erik Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 i am with ray on this one. if you find ice and don't want to share, then don't post about it. it IS cheastbeating. and i would bet that it prolly has been climbed before, you just have to find the right people. either way, glad you are out explorering. Quote
Dru Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 erik and ray agreeing??? whoa dude! peace in the mideast is possible!! i agree with both of em too. if its supposed to be a secret, dont publish ANYTHING about it. if it AINT a secret, then provide details as to location. the "here is this blah blah, gaperdelic, SECRET ICE that we dominated into submission with our manly picks" [insert 10 butt shots here] "cant tell you where it is BUT BUY THE GUIDEBOOK" maybe you can bundle Internet Explorer with it too Quote
chucK Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 Has anybody actually asked them where it is, in a nice way? I'd bet they'd give it up in private. If not, then it is sort of silly to post it to the internet. Quote
erik Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 chucK said: Has anybody actually asked them where it is, in a nice way? I'd bet they'd give it up in private. If not, then it is sort of silly to post it to the internet. uhhh chuck america is going to nuke the world, niceities at this point are pointless! Quote
Cpt.Caveman Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 chucK said: Has anybody actually asked them where it is, in a nice way? I'd bet they'd give it up in private. If not, then it is sort of silly to post it to the internet. Yes. Quote
CascadeClimber Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 Many of us have done exclusive things, parties, slideshows, trips with local legends, etc, that we sprayed about and that other people were certainly not invited or even allowed in on. The "super-secret" slideshow up in Canada comes to mind. In a subtle way, everyone was informed that it was happening, and who was invited. And I can't even count the number of unidentified alpine ice pics that a leading sprayer has posted. I've been in there three times now and the approach sucks in low snow or high snow. The ice is inconsistent and often mungy. So if the people who 'found' it and deemed it worthy want to keep the location to themselves until the guide comes out, then I think that's their perogative. If you want ice mileage, you can leave Seattle and be climbing at Marble Canyon on good, consistent ice faster than you can get to this place. And on top of that, what's been written hasn't been misleading (so far) and has more than enough info and hints for someone to figure it out if they really wanted to. I hope the place comes in fat next year and all the lines get climbed and the two I've done get downrated because they are so fat and plastic. -L Quote
cracked Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 CascadeClimber said: I hope the place comes in fat next year and all the lines get climbed and the two I've done get downrated because they are so fat and plastic. -L Why? Ice ratings are variable by nature. The difficultly depends on the day, as anyone who has climbed ice knows. And the two routes that you have climbed look tough in the conditions that you did them in. (BTW great website) Quote
Dru Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 And I can't even count the number of unidentified alpine ice pics that a leading sprayer has posted. you cant count to 1? that explains the fear of downgrading if i climbed it i would tell where it is. The "super-secret" slideshow up in Canada comes to mind. In a subtle way, everyone was informed that it was happening, and who was invited. If you are talking about the Beckey slideshow? and you didnt get invited? Quote
CascadeClimber Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 you cant count to 1? that explains the fear of downgrading if i climbed it i would tell where it is. I guess that's the point: It hasn't all been climbed yet. If you are talking about the Beckey slideshow? and you didnt get invited? I wasn't invited, but I wasn't whining about it either. I was just pointing out that we all do the same kind of shit. Those guys (DBB and Philfort) didn't even have to put it in the guide, but they did. Everyone will know all about it in a few months, if not before. Then you can all go scrog up the talus and through the boulders, beat through the alder, devil's club, raspberries, wade the creek, and pull down and downrate all you want. Quote
Cpt.Caveman Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 (edited) CascadeClimber said: Many of us have done exclusive things, parties, slideshows, trips with local legends, etc, that we sprayed about and that other people were certainly not invited or even allowed in on. The "super-secret" slideshow up in Canada comes to mind. In a subtle way, everyone was informed that it was happening, and who was invited. And I can't even count the number of unidentified alpine ice pics that a leading sprayer has posted. I've been in there three times now and the approach sucks in low snow or high snow. The ice is inconsistent and often mungy. So if the people who 'found' it and deemed it worthy want to keep the location to themselves until the guide comes out, then I think that's their perogative. If you want ice mileage, you can leave Seattle and be climbing at Marble Canyon on good, consistent ice faster than you can get to this place. And on top of that, what's been written hasn't been misleading (so far) and has more than enough info and hints for someone to figure it out if they really wanted to. I hope the place comes in fat next year and all the lines get climbed and the two I've done get downrated because they are so fat and plastic. -L Face it Loren you just dont like me. Come on admit it. You've always been a snide ass in person. You're not invited to any of my climbs simply because I dont like you. It's simple enough for me. And I'm not hesitating to say it. Super secret slide show was mentioned by Dru so I guess you'll have to pny up Dru. All in all you dont see me chestbeating about a certain area or trip for 2 years and posting website shots of I LUVE MYSELF here. for every single time I go out. Then tell everyone it's super secret. Edited February 27, 2003 by Cpt.Caveman Quote
allthumbs Posted February 27, 2003 Posted February 27, 2003 I don't understand all the infighting on routes and shit. What's the big deal. Like Caveman said, if a guy is a fucking tool, he ain't gettin' the invite. Quote
CascadeClimber Posted February 28, 2003 Posted February 28, 2003 Face it Loren you just dont like me. Come on admit it. You've always been a snide ass in person. You're not invited to any of my climbs simply because I dont like you. It's simple enough for me. And I'm not hesitating to say it. Super secret slide show was mentioned by Dru so I guess you'll have to pny up Dru. All in all you dont see me chestbeating about a certain area or trip for 2 years and posting website shots of I LUVE MYSELF here. for every single time I go out. Then tell everyone it's super secret. I'm not complaining about not being included. I was pointing out that many of us do exclusive things and then let on about it. 'Secret' ice, slide shows, parties, TR links, I climbed with Fred pics, etc. It isn't a big deal. Anyway, I only remember meeting you three times: At Loose Lady, at 38, and at a Pub Club in Issaquah. The first was pleasant, the third we were both blitzed. The only time I remember being something of a dick was at 38. There was some nasty stuff going on then, including me being threatened with ice tools by one of your friends, so I wasn't especially cordial. That was years ago, it's water under the bridge, I hold no grudge, and I thought the fences were mended. Bygones dude. -L Quote
Cpt.Caveman Posted February 28, 2003 Posted February 28, 2003 The only time I remember being something of a dick was at 38. There was some nasty stuff going on then, including me being threatened with ice tools by one of your friends, so I wasn't especially cordial. That was years ago, it's water under the bridge, I hold no grudge, and I thought the fences were mended. I was never there for that. I think your memory has faded. I recall you accusing me of making fun of you on the internet (which did not happen). Calling me out like a cop and embarrassing me in front of my 2 good friends following me down the trail. Get your stories right. In hindsight I should have turned around and kicked your ass on the spot but I was trying to enjoy my day. Maybe your ego was hurt but I aint the culprit. Quote
Attitude Posted February 28, 2003 Posted February 28, 2003 Where's Dr. Phil when you need him.... Quote
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