johndavidjr Posted November 2, 2009 Author Share Posted November 2, 2009 I just think "consumerism" breeds various illusions and stupidity, even among those who think they know better, or perhaps especially so. Something about outdoor equipment really lends itself to this sort of thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olyclimber Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 sure. and we're all glad you are championing against this grave threat. when you're done, please save the whales and feed the hungry people in africa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete_H Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 Good source for cheap second hand gear in good shape though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wfinley Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 I just think "consumerism" breeds various illusions and stupidity, even among those who think they know better, or perhaps especially so. [video:youtube] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-spotter Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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prole Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevbone Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 all people making broad generalizations are idiots. So, most of the folks on cc.com? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olyclimber Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 [video:youtube]LOVIrRIBSdE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olyclimber Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 "half assing is your best bet sometimes here at lets paint TV" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndavidjr Posted November 2, 2009 Author Share Posted November 2, 2009 Youtube vid very amusing. So for all your 50-degree calm and clear summer alpine nights in Cascades, go buy a $500 "ultralight" custom-made mini dipsh*t tent with bug-net, made by poorly paid employees of some wannabee yuppie, or Chinese peasant corporate slaves. Whadueyecare? The Wall Street boys finance and profit from the manufacturing gear, whether in Shang Dong or Tacoma. MIT boys (mostly Asian) designed it. You can get your hard-on with your equipment based on price you paid given your own, possibly overpaid, "professional" work. Sellers won't care how or where you got the cash. In most cases, the thing is, how it affects your own self esteem. In this regard, shopping at Wal-Mart will make you believe you are inferior-- a "poor person," or something even worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olyclimber Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 this is not your everyday crazy person. he's sprinkling his posts with insights and generalizations that indicate a mentally derailed train, or better yet a ferris wheel off its supports and rolling, careening with screaming riders into the night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuMR Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 (edited) Youtube vid very amusing. So for all your 50-degree calm and clear summer alpine nights in Cascades, go buy a $500 "ultralight" custom-made mini dipsh*t tent with bug-net, made by poorly paid employees of some wannabee yuppie, or Chinese peasant corporate slaves. Whadueyecare? The Wall Street boys finance and profit from the manufacturing gear, whether in Shang Dong or Tacoma. MIT boys (mostly Asian) designed it. You can get your hard-on with your equipment based on price you paid given your own, possibly overpaid, "professional" work. Sellers won't care how or where you got the cash. In most cases, the thing is, how it affects your own self esteem. In this regard, shopping at Wal-Mart will make you believe you are inferior-- a "poor person," or something even worse. only morons pay full retail, tool... don't quite understand you...what are you so full of piss and vinegar about?? fuck, you don't want something then don't buy it... Edited November 2, 2009 by RuMR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prole Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 I prefer mine from Redmond via Sweden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t_rutl Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 only morons pay full retail, tool... don't quite understand you...what are you so full of piss and vinegar about?? he's from Jersey... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevbone Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 only morons pay full retail Only if you are poor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndavidjr Posted November 2, 2009 Author Share Posted November 2, 2009 I've spent 40 years knocking around outdoors. My climbing isn't remarkable, not even perhaps my focus, but have hit 30-40 peaks in NW and Canada, etc, plus zillions of crag routes. Met dozens of fools over these years, and the MOST annoying have always been those with ill-informed "warnings" (delivered with arrogant superiority) about danger of inferior equipment. Mostly backpacker wimps, but some with greater pretensions. I've used lots of "inferior" equipment, and used with intelligence in the right circumstances, it's the practical equal to anything. Have encountered this type of essentially stupid and extreme prejudice and hostility here at cc.com (Where I'd expect more intelligence) in a pronounced manner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvashtarkatena Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 Youtube vid very amusing. So for all your 50-degree calm and clear summer alpine nights in Cascades, go buy a $500 "ultralight" custom-made mini dipsh*t tent with bug-net, made by poorly paid employees of some wannabee yuppie, or Chinese peasant corporate slaves. Whadueyecare? The Wall Street boys finance and profit from the manufacturing gear, whether in Shang Dong or Tacoma. MIT boys (mostly Asian) designed it. You can get your hard-on with your equipment based on price you paid given your own, possibly overpaid, "professional" work. Sellers won't care how or where you got the cash. In most cases, the thing is, how it affects your own self esteem. In this regard, shopping at Wal-Mart will make you believe you are inferior-- a "poor person," or something even worse. Those who can, do. Those who can't, warn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaskadskyjKozak Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 I JUST WANTED TO POST IN THIS VERY IMPORTANT THREAD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Off_White Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 This topic reminds me of the b-grade carpenter who rants about the good enough quality of his Sears Craftsman power tools. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-spotter Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 YOU SUCKERS USING TENTS ARE POOR DELUDED FOOLS I JUST SLIT MY TAUNTAUN OPEN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Off_White Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 Oooh, you have a tauntaun? Credulous fool, I just use my partner, they're cheaper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevbone Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 I JUST WANTED TO POST IN THIS VERY IMPORTANT THREAD OMG...you are so funny and so original. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvashtarkatena Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 Commence stupid things hitting other stupid things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-spotter Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 This topic reminds me of the b-grade carpenter who rants about the good enough quality of his Sears Craftsman power tools. craftsman has a lifetime warranty and snap-on doesn't Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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