Jan 14, 2025 Another "modern" standard requirement is that the gate open under bodyweight. View Message

Jan 14, 2025 I use two ropes because they allow me to extract myself from lots of pickles. As noted, I can always rappel a pitch I've just climbed, and I get some control/peace of mind over… View Message

Jan 13, 2025 Orpierre? It was perfect without a car, but there is only a week or two of climbing there; plenty of hiking & some canyoneering. It's not too far from Ceuse.Apt/Buoux?Chamo… View Message

Jan 13, 2025 Even with global warming, Jan/Feb rock in the Daks/Gunks is very low probability for a few days of OK rock climbing. If you are nearby, you could take advantage of the occasion… View Message

Jan 3, 2025 jay2718 wrote: ...Also, get a leagally binding will (noterized, witnessed, etc.) and keep a list all the account info and passwords with it (marrried individuals inherent b… View Message

Dec 26, 2024  I love my HMG 70L for "3-4 day backpacking trips to basecamps with 1-2 days of rock climbing (standard sierra fare)." That said, I don't have patience for things like lif… View Message