Lookout for thieving bastards on mt lemmon

Christian wrote:I mean, he's probably not doing it on 5.11, but IMO he's basically soloing every time he sets up a climb while being "belayed" by some of these clients. Not really "tampex" material lol Considering whatever he might earn probably makes little difference in his life, I'm glad he's out there sharing the stoke and teaching people some skills. PS I personally don't leave stuff unattended ever 'cause I'm too paranoid from growing up in LatAm, but for the U.S. it doesn't seem like some super boneheaded move, the parking lot is like 100 yards uphill. Although I will admit Tucson is not quite like a normal American city, it's kind of a cross between one of those and Third World country city..

Any guide worth their salt can teach belaying.

Guides don't have to solo.

K Weber wrote: Any guide worth their salt can teach belaying. Guides don't have to solo.

I just want to note that the guide in this case is exceptional.

I agree that a guide can teach belaying. No question there. But for a guide to consider that belay so be as solid as a veteran climber would not be wise. You can teach skills, judgement and experience come with a lot of practice.

+10 Geir.
JF, I'm glad you got your gear back. Thanks for posting a vehicle discription and plate number.
-Mackley