MY RESUME IS BETTER THAN YOURS

[Frenchy]

Sometimes I worry my fondness for tucking my sanchez between my legs and taking pictures will inevitably hack flakes in my free standing testosterone tower of power

[ChestBeater]

What a flipping joke. That was as sorry an attempt at recovery as your attempt at writing a thoughtful, complete sentence. You should go back to school and:

 

1) Learn how to read & write.

2) Learn how to take photos.

3) Learn some manners.

 

[pink]

Sorry all my posts are badass and involved roping up and hauling dead people off the mountain. bahahahahahaha

Edited May 21, 2009 by pink

[ChestBeater]

I know some very accomplished and well-respected climbers. I've had the privilege of climbing with one who also happens to be a very accomplished photographer and guidebook author. I know for a fact that the climber I am referencing would never refer to himself in a public forum as any of these.

[Dechristo]

STFU, you sycophantic little whore

[ChestBeater]

That's the way you think when you're new, inexperienced and summit hungry.

[KaskadskyjKozak]

That's the way you think when you're new, inexperienced and summit hungry.

 

DC - you need to be more respectful - he may be saving your ass and then how will you feel?

 

[Dechristo]

violated

[olyclimber]

not to brag, but i've been thinking about 8000 meter peaks. just need to find some buddies to hit them with.

[Dechristo]

pussy, I solo that shit

[billcoe]

not to brag, but i've been thinking about 8000 meter peaks. just need to find some buddies to hit them with.

 

You can post this in partners as well if you need to increase your chestbeating exposure. Something like, "Partners needed for major 8000 meter expedition"......

 

[ChestBeater]

Nobody asked for my opinion but I've been teaching the last few weekends (and not climbing) and I'm feeling a little feisty also so I'm going to share my thoughts too...

 

I'm personally not interested in pursuing 8000m peaks. I think it's an impressive and lofty goal and it might be something that I eventually consider someday. I really admire those dedicated enough to see it through. My take on it, is that there are so many peaks that I want to climb right now that offer a technical alpine experience that I'd hate to get bogged down slogging up 8000m chosspiles.

 

For me, looking at a Becky or Nelson guidebook opens up a lifetime of climbing options - far more than I'll likely ever be able to accomplish as a weekend warrior. There are peaks that I've had on my wish list for 5 years now that I haven't even had time to consider. I couldn't possibly put aside up my lust for those peaks to pursue something else. Maybe someday...

 

[olyclimber]

There is a whole universe on a head of a pin. Or in this case, in the head of a pinhead.

[billcoe]

I lead 5.8 alpine rock and ski backcountry terrain... I've also been climbing for 11 years, skiing for 30 years, and hiking my whole life. …To the layperson who doesn't do these things I am a adrenaline junky.

 

I remember those days with fondness. (insert obvious envy here)

 

Take care!

[Dechristo]

how much care?

[summerprophet]

A few things about me:

- I've hiked all of my life.

- I've been skiing for 26 years

- I've been climbing for 12 years.

 

My climbing partners (past & present) include:

- 2 climbing guidebook authors

- 1 author of a self-rescue book

- 1 AMGA rock and ice guide (my rope was the first he ever tied into)

- 1 former non-accredited alpine guide in WA state

- 1 current non-accredited guide in WA state

 

I'm not saying this to brag or massage my ego. Most on this site don't know anything about the 2nd list. I usually keep this stuff pretty close to me because that's how I am. I've learned from the aforementioned people that being a good climber also includes keeping your ego in check.

 

Your resume may be impressive, but mine is better. Why?

 

I have numerous friends I climb with, they are guides, engineers, doctors, rangers, students, and unemployed dirtbags. They may have written guidebooks, may have been guides, may even have criminal records, but that is really irrelivant. The fact is this, they are wonderful people whom I share pitches, pitchers and good times.

 

You may think you have a great resume by association, but my resume is great because I enjoy climbing more than you do.

I am just as happy instructing a fledgling climber up their first climb as I am finishing my first 5.11d (a first ascent by the way).

I have friends all over north and south america who can offer up a rope, a rack and a place to sleep.

I have both saved lives, and have had my life saved.

I have seen incredible sights, and have shared wonderful stories around campstoves, campfires, and dark ales.

I have learned that climbing is really not about what, how, or how hard you climb at all.

 

There are always more lessons to be learned, never assume you are better.

 

________________________________________________________

"And the mountains shall bring them peace" - Conrad Kain

"Oh the wonders I have seen" - Dr. Seuss

 

 

 

[olyclimber]

A few things about me:

- I've hiked all of my life.

- I've been skiing for 26 years

- I've been climbing for 12 years.

 

My climbing partners (past & present) include:

- 2 climbing guidebook authors

- 1 author of a self-rescue book

- 1 AMGA rock and ice guide (my rope was the first he ever tied into)

- 1 former non-accredited alpine guide in WA state

- 1 current non-accredited guide in WA state

 

I'm not saying this to brag or massage my ego. Most on this site don't know anything about the 2nd list. I usually keep this stuff pretty close to me because that's how I am. I've learned from the aforementioned people that being a good climber also includes keeping your ego in check.

 

Your resume may be impressive, but mine is better. Why?

 

I have numerous friends I climb with, they are guides, engineers, doctors, rangers, students, and unemployed dirtbags. They may have written guidebooks, may have been guides, may even have criminal records, but that is really irrelivant. The fact is this, they are wonderful people whom I share pitches, pitchers and good times.

 

You may think you have a great resume by association, but my resume is great because I enjoy climbing more than you do.

I am just as happy instructing a fledgling climber up their first climb as I am finishing my first 5.11d (a first ascent by the way).

I have friends all over north and south america who can offer up a rope, a rack and a place to sleep.

I have both saved lives, and have had my life saved.

I have seen incredible sights, and have shared wonderful stories around campstoves, campfires, and dark ales.

I have learned that climbing is really not about what, how, or how hard you climb at all.

 

There are always more lessons to be learned, never assume you are better.

 

________________________________________________________

"And the mountains shall bring them peace" - Conrad Kain

"Oh the wonders I have seen" - Dr. Seuss

 

 

 

Please forward this email to 10 of your closest friends and have them do the same and so on or you and your whole family will die of a thousand plagues.

[olyclimber]

Not to brag, but I'm having the most fun. So from a technical stand point my resume adds up.

[ChestBeater]

I am just as happy instructing a fledgling climber up their first climb as I am finishing my first 5.11d (a first ascent by the way).

 

 

Cool. Not sure I'd call it a winter ascent though (even thought it's quite an accomplishment this time of year).

[billcoe]

how much care?

 

oh it's just words man....they don't really mean much do they?

 

[Pete_H]

A few things about me:

- I've hiked all of my life.

- I've been skiing for 26 years

- I've been climbing for 12 years.

 

My climbing partners (past & present) include:

- 2 climbing guidebook authors

- 1 author of a self-rescue book

- 1 AMGA rock and ice guide (my rope was the first he ever tied into)

- 1 former non-accredited alpine guide in WA state

- 1 current non-accredited guide in WA state

 

I'm not saying this to brag or massage my ego. Most on this site don't know anything about the 2nd list. I usually keep this stuff pretty close to me because that's how I am. I've learned from the aforementioned people that being a good climber also includes keeping your ego in check.

 

Your resume may be impressive, but mine is better. Why?

 

I have numerous friends I climb with, they are guides, engineers, doctors, rangers, students, and unemployed dirtbags. They may have written guidebooks, may have been guides, may even have criminal records, but that is really irrelivant. The fact is this, they are wonderful people whom I share pitches, pitchers and good times.

 

You may think you have a great resume by association, but my resume is great because I enjoy climbing more than you do.

I am just as happy instructing a fledgling climber up their first climb as I am finishing my first 5.11d (a first ascent by the way).

I have friends all over north and south america who can offer up a rope, a rack and a place to sleep.

I have both saved lives, and have had my life saved.

I have seen incredible sights, and have shared wonderful stories around campstoves, campfires, and dark ales.

I have learned that climbing is really not about what, how, or how hard you climb at all.

 

There are always more lessons to be learned, never assume you are better.

 

________________________________________________________

"And the mountains shall bring them peace" - Conrad Kain

"Oh the wonders I have seen" - Dr. Seuss

 

 

 

You sound like a douchebag to me.

[G-spotter]

While it's hard to tell from avatars and screen names... Mark's a bad-ass and has drilled a few holes in his time. I think many would say he's got some serious street cred for bolt quality assessment. Your opinion is indeed important... just that Mark's has a little more weight behind it.

[shaoleung]

I retreated off of the first pitch of Givler's Crack! I bet none of you pansies have down-climbed that first pitch!

[olyclimber]

well i have bigger fish to fry than waste time with you guys on some random internet forum, but lets just say i've probably got more experience on my little pinky then everyone in this forum put together. and that is being modest (which while modesty is my strong point, as pointed out by many who think they are my peers, i'm actually putting out some effort here).

 

that said, all i can say is keep getting out there! i come here for comedy some times to read the efforts you guys put up.

you guys are precious.

 

anyway, pose on! i'm off to live what you only dream.

[Pete_H]

Well, I'll be busy getting some serious spiritual fullfillment playing my guitar around the campfire with my many South American friends who just lent me their rack. I might just get a little wild and have a dark ale. I might save some lives later on too.