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I bought in to the "respect the rock" theory as a newb, but not any more. Cliffs aren't sacred things to worship and don't need to be maintained in their natural state at all costs (puts on fire suit for the flames). The cliffs will be around forever no matter how many holes are drilled. T...

The purest form of climbing, while still being protected , would have to be top roping. No bolts required, no trad gear required, just minimal rigging at the top. You never have to stop and place gear which leaves you totally focused on just the climbing aspect. I also believe the level you climb is...

Just a bit more advice on the thrill that is miguels... If you want to sleep at all, camp in the grassy area toward the front. The back tends to gather all the talkers and partiers that won't allow you a wink of sleep. Learned this valuable piece of advice the time I went with a new guy who insisted...

Man!! don't be sellin the gear!!! F that.... As already said.. if you get dumped anyway then it's no girl and no gear. Also a lot more expense getting the gear back then you sold it for. Figure another way out! A reputable vet will not send you packin, so feel good that you didn't go to the ones who...

.” The Joss Cam, “catastrophically failed (broke into pieces) under the weight of a 140 pound climber on a low fall factor fall.” The first post says his weight never came on the rope, which I assume came from the belayers testimony. So wouldn't that put the stress level at almost nothing? Is it ev...

I don't need excuses, everyone already knows I can't climb worth a piss.

good idea ynp, then there will be a lot more business for mountain rescue!

Aussie style is the only the way!!

why people still use belay devices that don't work if you let go of the rope is beyond me... Wonder if the guy who fell at Torrent Falls last summer would agree with you. I imagine his trust in the almighty infallible grigri has been shaken just a slight tad you think? Rap vs lower? Any movement ac...

I've been mostly a sporty, but I long to be a trady as well. Such a different style of climbing. Bouldering is also quite exciting so I won't overlook that either. There are so many benefits and unique differences to each style that I can't ever see myself limiting my climbing to just one.