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No Problem Dipsi! Hope it goes well for ya... I'm SO jealous!
josh

I just got an e-mail back from the folks at www.stafast.com . They make a wide variety of doo-dads, including a bunch of different types of t-nuts. They aren't set up for normal "web store" ordering from their site, but their e-mail said that they can take credit cards over the phone and usually ship same day. I asked about their zinc-plated 4-prong t-nuts and they said that they are $90.05 for 1000. (I didn't ask about smaller quantities, but I'll bet that they do sell smaller quantities.) You can call them at 1-800-782-3278

If you're entering into the weird world of hardware, you'll need to ask for "t-nuts for 3/8" bolts with 16 threads per inch (tpi) and a roughly 7/16" barrel length" because there are all varieties of t-nuts out there. This company also makes "the Ultimate T-Nut", which looks cool, but would require some serious equipment to install becuase you have to bend the 'lip' of the t-nut out to lock in onto the plywood.

Quick-Set Fasteners 1151 Commercial Dr Lex, 252-7518 local supplier, also good source for Rawl bolts- Pleez do yourself a favor and make your wall some what overhanging vs dead vertical, if you need a space filler you can do the vertical kickboard base, and one last tidbit, I have not been happy with the screw in footholds, the bolt on are larger even chunky but they will last forever, Real rock makes for great holds but the companies that do them are becoming harder to find

There is a similar discussion on home bouldering walls occurring over at rockclimbing.com. The were focussing on this quote from the Metolius tome:

When choosing your wall shape, consider that certain shapes and angles lend to produce similar moves and limit variety. Horizontal roofs and vertical walls are notorious for feeling the same no matter what kind of hold or move you try to put on them. Curves and complex shapes can also lead to stiflingly homogenous climbing if you're not careful. These kinds of features look interesting when they're new, but get boring quickly. Flat, overhanging walls of between 20 [degrees] and 45 [degrees] seem to allow for the best variety of moves.

Having experienced a number of bouldering wall constructs, that is excellent advice.

Check out this link for an inspiring pic: http://www.rockclimbing.com/forums/view ... hp?t=64219

All this advise is great! So many great pics, and ideas for holds and all. I am gathering up all the beta, looking for supplies, and mapping out my plan. Will most likely let this be a project for late fall and early winter. I think my friend has found some free framing from a started, but not finished wall. Also I may be getting some T-nuts free. Going to take my time and do it right.

Definitely want an overhanging section since that is my greatest challenge in climbing, but I also want a section for the grandbuddies. I am looking into the alphabet and dinosaur holds for Matt. Mattresses with carpet sounds doable for crash pads.

We have a wonderful climbing community don't we? Thanks! Keep it coming!

I think I have a bunch of leftover T-nuts from my wall. I will check tonight and let you know. If I do, you are welcome to have them.

Thank you, hotkarl!

I LOVE my garage climbing wall. Barry Richardson built mine. Don't forget about the crash pad. It was the last thing I bought...waited until I landed on my car to decide it was important. I got it at USGymnastics online. They were awesome! The prices were very reasonable for that type of thing and shipping was right on schedule. It is the same as some of those crash pads from the rock climb sites, but cheaper b/c it's called a "gymnastics" mat instead of a rock climb crash pad. Good luck!

Thanks, jamlawyer; welcome to our community. I have some holds, and I got a good buy on some T-nuts. Now all I have to do is wait on the lumber to go down in price (the building guys think that's important) and stand around looking like a helpless girl while they put up my wall. Maybe I will finally get up some overhanging stuff!