111 Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 just read this on sonnie trotter's blog: "Boulderers tend to make quick work of hard sport climbs, sport climbers make quick work of hard trad lines, hard trad climbers make quick work of big wall free climbs, (I.E. Tommy Caldwell) and Big Wall free climbers make short work of Patagonian Alpine climbs. And strong Alpine Climbers are nothing short of a GOD. Ever notice Rolo's feet never touch the ground? He hovers yo. I'm serious." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shapp Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Something from Doug Scott a long time ago regarding bolters: something to the effect of (not exatly): To those who perforate the rock with such intensity and disregard, it must be assumed they make poor lovers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Off_White Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "Dude! You're the hand!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevbone Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "It goes boys"! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wakaranai Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "It ain't purdy fella's." -B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dechristo Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "I was scared shitless. And, because I have no shit remaining after that, I no longer give a shit." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jared_j Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 From "The Eiger Sanction" - something like... Older/wiser climber: "If we continue, we're sure to die..." Younger/brasher climber: "Yes, but we shall go forth in style!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt_warfield Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Also from the Eiger Sanction (after topping out a sandstone spire): Kennedy: How about a beer? Eastwood: Who the hell would bring beer up here? Kennedy: You did- I put it in your pack! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandPounder Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 You know, you're either thinking way too much, or not nearly enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_leclerc Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 I'm scared (ive never said this.. seriously) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denalidave Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "When climbing mountains, never stand when you can sit and never sit when you can lie down." One I try to put into practice throughout my life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sobo Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 From "The Eiger Sanction" - something like... Older/wiser climber: "If we continue, we're sure to die..." Younger/brasher climber: "Yes, but we shall go forth in style!" You're looking for this: Anderl Meier: You're very good. I have really enjoyed climbing with you. Clint: We'll make it. Anderl Meier: I don't think so. But we shall continue with style. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sobo Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Also from the Eiger Sanction (after topping out a sandstone spire): Kennedy: How about a beer? Eastwood: Who the hell would bring beer up here? Kennedy: You did- I put it in your pack! You're looking for this: Clint: It's warm! Kennedy: I thought you'd draw the line at hauling ice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sobo Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "When climbing mountains, never stand when you can sit and never sit when you can lie down." One I try to put into practice throughout my life. I live by this as well. Another one: "The key to a happy life in the mountains is to be well ventilated." Faaaaaaaaaaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrrrrttttt!!!1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_leclerc Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "Leading something that is 50/50 is is not 'my limit'. It's off route." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_leclerc Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "There were no holds so I had to use skill." "What an odd sport we inhabit, where bits of obscure rock in remote locations are recognizeable." — Richard Pawlowicz. Just a reminder — a guidebook is no substitute for skill, experience, judgment and lots of tension." — Charlie Fowler Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "He's climbing the rope, and he's gaining!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_leclerc Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "He's climbing the rope, and he's gaining!" inconceivable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otto Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "I don't want to write about climbing; I don't want talk about it; I don't want to photograph it; I don't want to think about it; all I want to do is do it." Chuck Pratt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_leclerc Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "If the answer is 13 RURPs and a bat hook, what was the question ?" — Joel Wiley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_leclerc Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "Oh, shit !" — Jim Madsen when he rappelled off the end of his rope on El Cap's Dihedral Wall in 1968. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "Oh, shit !" — Jim Madsen when he rappelled off the end of his rope on El Cap's Dihedral Wall in 1968. Why would this be a "favorite"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sobo Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "He's climbing the rope, and he's gaining!" inconceivable! "You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_leclerc Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 "He's climbing the rope, and he's gaining!" inconceivable! "You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means." isnt it... i do not think you know what it means? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sobo Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 No, it is as it is written. Trust me on this. The Princess Bride memorable quotes page Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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