hemp22 Posted May 22, 2006 Posted May 22, 2006 Here's some more more useful beta to keep your party fueled: As you probably know, the Almo Outpost quit selling beer last year. But fortunately, the Rock City repair shop (located back behind the visitor center in Almo) is building an extension so that they can have a place to sell Pizzas, sandwiches, and Beer. They're supposed to have their grand opening this memorial day weekend. (of course, because of that competition, the Outpost is going to start selling beer again later this summer - but it'll only be available if you're sitting down for a meal...no more take-out beers) Anyway, the Rock City owners are good people (and they're originally from Vancouver, WA). They saved our ass a couple times after flat tires, so they're a good local business to support. The turn-off to get to Rock City is in between the visitor center & the road into the park. Get stoked. you should have an awesome trip. Quote
hemp22 Posted May 22, 2006 Posted May 22, 2006 No, that's a buddy of mine on lead on it. I was giving the marathon belay when that picture was taken (some substantial hanging going on in the lower section). I only did it on TR this trip, and even that required a couple hangs. that climb never really gives ya a break. Quote
jordop Posted May 22, 2006 Posted May 22, 2006 They saved our ass a couple times after flat tires, so they're a good local business to support. Yeah, me too What is it with that road and flat tires Quote
lancegranite Posted May 23, 2006 Posted May 23, 2006 Will be there thursday night. Knotty, we are 2-3 sites away from you if I'm not mistaken. Quote
Knottygirl Posted May 23, 2006 Posted May 23, 2006 Cool,I look for the dogs. we'll be arriving just when all ya'll are waking up sat. morning! Grrr driving all night! Wow those pics are beautiful! City is such an amazing, enchanting place! Is that last pic of Yellow Wall? Its a fun climb. It looks like most of my party won't be coming in till Monday, so we're a party of 3. Everyone drive carefully! See ya there! Bri Quote
Knottygirl Posted May 23, 2006 Posted May 23, 2006 Ummm, its about 10.5/11 from Portland. You can map quest it. Quote
John Frieh Posted May 23, 2006 Author Posted May 23, 2006 I would think I-90 to 97 south and intercept 84 just past the dalles would be faster than coming down I5 to PDX. Mapquest will be almost exact as with the hour change to mtn time it comes out about right (as the mapquest estimate assumes you drive the speedlimit ). Quote
Off_White Posted May 23, 2006 Posted May 23, 2006 If you don't get your license back by then, you might be going the limit too. I'd recommend cruise control to tame that itchy foot of yours, John. Quote
TeleRoss Posted May 24, 2006 Posted May 24, 2006 Anyone heading out from near Seattle/Portland have an empty seat in their car? Quote
Knottygirl Posted May 24, 2006 Posted May 24, 2006 Sorry we're jammed packed, good luck though! Quote
Knottygirl Posted May 24, 2006 Posted May 24, 2006 Damn! I guess I'm the only one in my troop who thinks leaving Friday night is better then early St. morn! See ya'll Saturday eve?! Quote
John Frieh Posted May 24, 2006 Author Posted May 24, 2006 The wild nice crew will be departing PDX Thursday night... A second wave might leave Friday night Though the presence of a bandanna is genuinely a dead give away I always answer to "donde esta neutrino?" Quote
Kat_Roslyn Posted May 24, 2006 Posted May 24, 2006 Ahhh man, it is NOT climbing season!!!! How can you climb when there is this! Quote
John Frieh Posted May 24, 2006 Author Posted May 24, 2006 See you there Kat Will you be dressed as a futuristic warrior princess? Quote
MCash Posted May 24, 2006 Posted May 24, 2006 Screw the snow slog! Head to City of Rocks instead. Bloody Fingers Animal Cracker Private Idaho Rye Crisp Fun chimneys Sweet granite domes Nice views Quote
Jim_T Posted May 24, 2006 Posted May 24, 2006 Nice shots Martin! That Rye Crisp climb looks awesome! Quote
Doug_Hutchinson Posted May 25, 2006 Posted May 25, 2006 Ahhh man, it is NOT climbing season!!!! How can you climb when there is this! Couldn't agree more Kat! I am pissed that I committed to so many weekends of rock lately when the weather and snowpack has been so good. Fall is the time to crag. Back to the mountains! Quote
DirtyHarry Posted May 25, 2006 Posted May 25, 2006 Forecast for the city calling for rain Saturday, but good Friday, Sunday, and Monday. Quote
Knottygirl Posted May 25, 2006 Posted May 25, 2006 Awesome! And clear the rest of the week! I haven't climbed for months because of my wrist I'm so anxious to hop on some granite! ! Quote
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