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jb...gumball-dom has nothing to do with years climbing..trust me, he is a gumby, even if he doesn't realize it. that is not a slam, just a reality. is he "good" because he tells you he is? another gumby sign, spraying to an unaware significant other. does he wear a ripped tshirt, and scre...

why is it a big deal? becasue it is a huge neon sign to run the other way...accident in progress... My boyfriend has been climbing for over five years. He's good and he is always safe. I definitely wouldn't consider him a gumby but he does put his harness on before he gets to the crag. I would rath...

I started rock climbing about a year ago and discovered it's something I like to do. The times I've been to the Red everyone seems to be very supportive and encouraging. After reading through this thread it doesn't seem as though too many of you are supportive of new climbers. Why is it a big deal i...