Veteran Traddies teach n00b?

[everready]

Hi,

I've been climbing on and off for the past 4 years. Mostly indoors but on real rock, top-roped, 3-4 times. I have all of my own gear and a pretty good rack started. I've read John Long's books, Rock Climbing, Advance Rock Climbing and Climbing Anchors. I think I understand the concepts and principles but, as we all know, applying them is a different story all together. So, if there are any veteran climbers out there that enjoy teaching, or you just want an excuse to go climbing. Drop me a line.
I'd like to spend a fair amount if time building anchors. Then perhaps top rope and do some mock leading and have my placement critiqued. Finally lead a really easy climb, like C sharp or B flat. In return I'll pay for the dinner of your choice and all of the beer you can quaff.
BTW, I'm 42, soon to be 43, married with two children. So, I want to go about this in a controlled and safe manner.

Thanks,
Al

I have the weekend of March 19th open.

[ynot]

I would be happy to. Laceration is the route to get on.I havea couple projects there anyway.

[lordjim_2001]

... In return I'll pay for the dinner of your choice and all of the beer you can quaff.

The best way to pay for teaching. Now you might be in trouble with the "all the beer" part.

[everready]

Ynot,


That is excellent!!! I'll PM you later.

Al

[SCGC]

You are getting a super climbing poartner but I hope you are ready to get dirty!!

[ynot]

Nah,I never drink more than one or two. Do you have any large gear?Say 4.5 or 5?

[everready]

No, the biggest I have is a 3.5 forged friend and a #10 hex.

Al

[kentuckysarah]

Yeah, Ynot is the best. You'll learn a lot about trad and have some great adventures!

[meetVA]

Do you have any large gear?Say 4.5 or 5?

Ha! I thought that said: Do you have any large BEER!

[ynot]

Sarah! I thought you disapeared! Glad you're still lurking and climbing.