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Reply: Searching for the right Crag Pack - Opinions needed
Jul 2, 2021 As mentioned, BD creek 50 or TNF cinder 50 for flexibility. Also, if you are looking at true cragging and not much of an approach in, just pick up a smaller haul bag. They stan… View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Rock exotica soloist.
Jun 6, 2021 Well past the 10 or 20 initially talked about, but I'm in if/when it happens and the total number expands. View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Favorite discontinued gear
May 6, 2021 What changed in the new version? I was looking at snagging a pair of the II and the lites to replace my older cirques.  View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Did Five Ten get rid of half their shoes?
Jan 29, 2021 https://www.unparallelsports.com/product-category/climbing/ Unparallel reminds me a lot of "old" fiveten. I remember reading they comprise of former fiveten team along wit… View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Petzl RAD Line vs. Beal Back Up Line
Sep 2, 2020 Mammut cord is another option as well as the grivel rappel cord.  View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Another Trad Crag Pack Discussion
Aug 27, 2020 Had a dead bird muira 50 for almost 10 years, been using the creek 50 for awhile now. If I had to do it again I’d either go with the bd creek, metolius freerider, tnf cin… View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Nice Climbs Sun Hoody?
Jul 18, 2020 I'll echo your comment for the OR Ensada, one of my favorite sun shirts. The Patagonia Sun Shade is a top sun hoody for me. Holds stains but it is fairly lightweight and a… View Message
General > Trad Climbing
Reply: Help selecting a pack
Jul 11, 2020 Had a arcteryx miura 45 for almost 10 years before I replaced it with a bd creek 50.  View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Bomb proof ice chests
Jul 29, 2017 Coleman Xtreme View Message
Regional > Northern California
Reply: Crystal Crag Conditions
Jul 24, 2017 Ended up going up there on a whim. Only snow was at the base of Highlands Wall.  View Message
Regional > Northern California
Crystal Crag Conditions
Jul 19, 2017 Any update on approach or descent conditions for Crystal Crag down by Mammoth Lakes? With the winter we've had I'm skeptical on how approaches are going to be for anything at e… View Message
Regional > Northern California
Reply: Partner(s) for Leap and/or Yosemite 6/19-6/30
Jun 19, 2017 Shot you an email to see when you'll be in tahoe. Hopefully things will line up! View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Great Online Deals Thread
Apr 20, 2017 Stio 40% off, expires tomorrow. One time useFF-T3YFMNUEFF-G6IUMOU1FF-HCW5IP7H View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Expedition/alpine climbing tent ideas
Dec 6, 2016 If you have the money, Hilleberg seems like the way to go. Nammatj for a tunnel design or Jannu for a more dome style. View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Approach shoes for narrow heels
Dec 6, 2016 I have a fairly narrow heel, and I found that the Scarpa Crux worked well for me. I'm also looking at trying out the Adidas terrex or the Sportiva TX2 after winter. View Message
Partners > Pacific Northwest Partners
Reply: Spring Mountain, OR partner
Jul 23, 2016 Don't live in the area anymore, but Spring is a real fun spot. Short season though. View Message
Regional > Northern California
Reply: Hot weather in Tahoe
Jul 20, 2016 Luther Spires for sport or 90' for TR. View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Foot Shape and Climbing Shoes
Jun 28, 2016 You also need to take in to account foot volume and heel size. Most Sportivas fit my foot amazingly from the arch forward, but the heel is always lacking. On the flip side, Fiv… View Message
Regional > Nevada
Reply: Sports Chalet going out of business
Apr 30, 2016 Whoops, you are 100% right. EMS was what I was thinking. My bad. View Message
Regional > Nevada
Reply: Sports Chalet going out of business
Apr 30, 2016 They're owned by the same company. View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: CT's Roll-n-Lock for TR solo
Apr 25, 2016 Has anyone had success using a CAMP Lift? View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Crash Pad Survey
Apr 12, 2016 I have the Minido, and so far am a fan of it. I kind of wish I picked up the Domino though. View Message
General > Mountaineering
Reply: Skis vs snowshoes vs splitboard vs just getting he…
Nov 25, 2015 Splitboard, Phantom bindings, and TLT6 AT boots. Best of both worlds. View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Reviews
Reply: Best Pack for Cragging?
Nov 18, 2015 I honestly don't know. I am going to have to be almost negligent in my care with it and even then, it'll probably take some time for it to show serious wear. I am so used to th… View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Reviews
Reply: Best Pack for Cragging?
Nov 18, 2015 I honestly don't know. I am going to have to be almost negligent in my care with it and even then, it'll probably take some time for it to show serious wear. I am so used to th… View Message
General > Other Sports
Reply: Tahoe BC Ski
Nov 2, 2015 Since you are working at Squaw, make sure to use all resources at your disposal for getting the best deal. View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Reviews
Reply: Best Pack for Cragging?
Oct 29, 2015 I have the old style Miura 50 and love the clamshell. But whenever that thing dies I will probably just pick up the Trango Crag Pack. View Message
General > Trip Reports
Reply: A Community of Yosemite Monkeys! (helping a parapl…
Oct 28, 2015 I was so stoked to see this pop up in the Fresno Bee after seeing Christian's retelling on Facebook. View Message
General > Ice Climbing
Reply: Sierra mountaineering/ice boots
Oct 27, 2015 What size are you? I've got a pair of 41s that are just a hair too big for me. View Message
Regional > Northern California
Reply: looking for experienced climbing partners around T…
Oct 21, 2015 What are you looking to get on? View Message
General > Ice Climbing
Reply: Show Me Your Tools
Oct 6, 2015 How do you like the Raptors? View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: Mountain Equipment Shells
Sep 30, 2015 I was going to pick up a ME Firefox back when I was looking for a new shell, but ended up getting a hand-me-down. View Message
Partners > Northern California Partners
Reply: South Lake Tahoe Area
Sep 16, 2015 I'm in South Lake, I can climb mid week. I mainly stick to 10s on bolts but can push it to 11s after trying real hard. I'm good with 9s on trad. I've got a rack, some ropes, bu… View Message
Regional > Northern California
Reply: Tahoe Vicinity: Best single cragging + decent car/…
Aug 11, 2015 Woodfords would probably be up your alley. View Message
Gear > Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: I'm looking to buy a crag pack. Suggestions?
Aug 5, 2015 Coming from an owner of a Miura, just buy a Cold Cold Work Ozone or Valdez. View Message
General > General Climbing
Reply: have you bought from mountaingear.com???
Jul 29, 2015 No issues ever with them. I've bought a splitboard, a couple pieces of climbing gear, and some clothing. View Message
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