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Climbing at Mission Cliffs!

astrea — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:42:16 GMT

Ladies night (Friday November 7) at Mission Cliffs I will be there with my Belay card, want to join me?

I'll be there from 6-9.

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Mt. Diablo (Northside) or Eagle Peak

Sean — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:05:54 GMT

Does anyone know of any bouldering or even face climbs on the North Side of Diablo (Mitchell Canyon trailhead) or Eagle Peak? Would appreciate any input.

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For sale - La Sportiva Katanas

newtee — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:09:07 GMT

Still in the box, never used. Perfect for bouldering or sport

Size:
Euro 43
UK 9
USA Men 10
USA Women 11

Make me an offer!

Newt

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Concord Indoor Climbing

Sean — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 18:41:54 GMT

Has anyone gone to the gum on Diamond Blvd? Going there on Sunday and am curious about what it is like. How does it compare to the one on Ashby?

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Lead climbing at PG Sunnyvale anyone?

robert — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 20:11:43 GMT

Hey there,
Is anyone looking for a lead climbing partner at Planite Granite in Sunnyvale? I generally climb in the evenings and and weekends.
I'm also interested in meeting people for outdoor climbing trips; Castle Rock, Bishop, Pinnacles, etc.
Thanks. :-)

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Goldwall this Sunday

Timmie — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 20:08:38 GMT

I will be at Goldwall (Table Mountain) this sunday. Anyone interested?
831.688.8551

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Santa Cruz Bouldering wall. Who has one?

Timmie — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 22:11:28 GMT

Love to come chill and boulder with you. Willing to help you build your own wall.

Let's do it!

Timmie
831.688.8551

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looking for gym climbing partner in Santa Cruz

TJ — Sat, 12 May 2007 00:51:45 GMT

I've got a membership at Pacific Edge climbing gym in Santa Cruz and am looking for climbing partner. I'll be free on most weekends or weekday evenings.

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buildering in santa cruz?

Muddud — Mon, 24 Dec 2007 14:05:10 GMT

anybody know a place? i learned how to chimney at wells fargo but there really doesn't seem to be any good buildings to actually climb!

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Touchstone Oakland

Ember — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 18:42:17 GMT

Has anyone tried out the new touchstone gym in Oakland? What's it like? I got to walk around in it but haven't been able to climb there yet.

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Seeking Climbing Friends For Mission Cliffs

CaptainErotica — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 14:44:13 GMT

Hey

Just found this tribe...I am a new climber who has been going to mission cliffs for about 6 months now.

I've got a climbing buddy but he can't go as often as I'd like...

I warm up in the 5.10's and am pretty able in the low 5.11 range

In june at my peak I climbed a 5.12....once ...

again, all in the gym...I've only climbed outside once in portland...

I have a VERY flexible schedule and thus can climb almost any time.

Oh and please don't focus on the "erotic" aspect of my tribe profile - that has nothing to do with this... that is related to my work and hobbies and the only thing that shares with climbing is rope....

Seriously, platonic climbing partner of either gender sought for climbing at mission cliffs.

Lastly, I would love to go outdoors. I don't yet have much gear other than shoes and a harness...but I can get anything needed. So if you have experience outdoors and want someone who can go climb during the weekdays drop me a line.

I'm an easy going, open minded, saftey first kinda person who likes to check the knot and harness and "same rope" - every time

I live in noe valley, just a 20 min rollerblade from the gym. I often like to go get a smoothie at cafe gratitude after my sauna.

oh my non-tribe name is Evrett

415 302 7032 if you prefer to call

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Climbcast.net

cherrybomb — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 13:19:26 GMT

Heya... I started a website for climbers in California. It's brand new, but I hope to have it cranking soon. I'm giving away prizes to boost participation, new members and climbing videos.

Check it out, join up and contribute!

Thanks!

www.climbcast.net

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Climbing PG Sunnyvale

Petal — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 19:47:54 GMT

Hi All,
Anyone here climb in SV? I am looking for a climbing partner. I haven't been climbing in months because of work, but would like to get back into it. I am at the 5.9/5.10 level. I am available in the evenings and some weekends.
I found my last climbing partner on this tribe, so hopefully that will work again!
:-)

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www.iFlySFBay.com global skydiving simulator - vertical windtunnel in the SF Bay Area

Kent — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 06:23:10 GMT

Hello I'm new to the tribe and very new to owning my own business. Prior Biz Dev Mgr at HP in Silicon Valley now gone
wind tunnel owner...
It's a totally cool, safe and INCREDIBLE business to experience human flight WITHOUT the danger of skydiving! Check us out at: www.iFlySFBay.com We fly everyone 3yrs to 93yrs!

Here's the question...how do I promote it in the internet space? MySpace? Google Ad's, Yahoo postings? Mass emails?

I am working on a limited budget (like everyone I know...) planning printed ads, news events for the launch, VIP tours, etc but am really not sure about what the "best practices" are for internet publicity?

Any ideas?

Thank you, Kent Sessions

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private bouldering walls

sflatchkey — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 21:47:14 GMT

I live in SF near stern grove. Anyone have a private bouldering wall they would like to confess to? It would be fun to meet some other local climbers outside of the gym and outdoors. =)

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snake dike

sflatchkey — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 21:45:25 GMT

My friend chris and I did snake dike last weekend... here is my pix from it:

http://flickr.com/photos/latchkey/sets/72157600393225234/

sadly, this is the same day that guy died. =(

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lovers leap this weekend?

donWolf — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 03:44:26 GMT

or even if you can't THIS weekend but want to do weekend trips, lets connect so we can plan something in future.
I have a few people I am going with but looking to add more.

but I hope someone can go this weekend...

leave berkeley fri night return sun eve

camping

be fun

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Guerneville/Jenner area

sflatchkey — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 03:52:52 GMT

I'm going to be in the Guerneville/Jenner area for a wedding next weekend and I'm looking to go climbing while I'm up there. Any good sport / easy trad routes? I'd love some beta.

cheers,

jon

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Bouldering at Indian Rock.

Glen — Sun, 03 Jun 2007 04:52:00 GMT

If anyone is in the area I will be bouldering at Indian Rock in Berkeley, on Sunday @ about 1PM.

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urban climbing?

hypusine — Sat, 10 Feb 2007 01:00:24 GMT

Anyone know of a safe (and, possibly, legal) place to climb buildings in San Francisco? I've bouldered the outside of some apartments, but never climbed more than 10 feet or so.

Thanks in advance.

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looking for climbing partners

~B'ea~Ma*Grace.~ — Mon, 28 May 2007 18:49:09 GMT

I am also looking for climbing partners, indoor and outdoor. I used to climb a lot outdoors (back east), between 5.8- 5.10, but its been a long time, and I'm way out of shape! Looking to get back into it. I'm in San Rafael, so I could meet to climb at the gym here, but I'd also be willing to go out to East Bay or Mission Cliffs in SF. Also, I dont know too many of the good outdoor spots around here, though I hear there are some good places north of where I am in Marin, and also in East Bay. So if anyone knows of good outdoor places, Id love to get back outside. I'm a good attentive belayer, and have taught basic/intro climbing to college freshman in the past. I can lead belay, though I dont usually lead myself (though maybe by the end of this season I'll be doing that more, too). So, if theres anyone out there who will be patient with me getting back into it, or who wants someone to trade belays with, let me know!
Thanks!
-Brenda

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Looking for climbing partners indoor or outdoor.

Glen — Fri, 25 May 2007 01:37:46 GMT

I have recently moved to the Bay Area from Seattle and I am looking for people to climb with. I climb indoors (City Beach Fremont, and PG Sunnyvale) and outdoors anywhere and anytime I can. I mostly boulder but I am interested in trying outdoor sport climbing. When I am healthy I boulder about V4 outdoor and V4-6 indoors. I have never roped up outside but in the gym I climb 5.10 B/C. I am looking for climbers of any level who just want to get out and climb. I would also appreciate any info on the bouldering in the area. I already frequent Castle Rock but I want to get out to some of the lesser known areas.

My work schedule is rather hectic so I mostly climb after 5 pm or on Sundays.

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Need a Lead climber for Snake Dike (half dome)

TJ — Sat, 12 May 2007 00:49:51 GMT

I did snake dike a couple of summers ago (actually my only outdoor climbing experience) and I loved it! I want to go again, but I need a lead climber. If you are already planning a trip or want to go, let me know!

I am also open to other intermediate climbs. I have a fair amount of gym experience but limited outdoor experience (see above.)

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looking for weekday climbing partner(s) in Santa Cruz

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 20:13:25 GMT

Hey all, I want start climbing again and am looking for climbers with weekdays free. I have a membership to Pacific Edge in Santa Cruz and use to climb there alot. When back in shape it would be fun to dust off the rack and head outside too. - Pete

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Yosemite---wooohooo!

McManatee — Thu, 03 May 2007 05:58:10 GMT

Looking for partner for Yosemite. I will be there on the 7th till the 10th/11th. Have decent rack and 60m rope. Been climbing off and on for 6 years. Can follow up to 10, lead up to around 7, maybe more when I get back at it.

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Thoughts on climbing at this site?

riotgrrl — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 23:59:13 GMT

What do you think about this lawsuit? What's the story here?

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What: RALLY & COURT HEARING. The Washoe Tribe of California and Nevada will be
in court to defend a federal ban on climbing at the sacred and natural Cave Rock.

When: 9:00 AM

Thursday, February 15, 2007

Where: Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals

95 Seventh Street, San Francisco

Who: Sponsors of the rally and vigil include Washoe Tribal members, Advocates for the
Protection of Sacred Sites, Seventh Generation Fund, International Indian Treaty Council,
Indigenous Environmental Network, Citizens of the Pitt River Nation, and Redding Rancheria
Cultural Department.

Why: Cave Rock, located on the shores of Lake Tahoe, is a sacred and traditional site to
the Washoe Tribe and is under threat! A climbing group called The Access Fund is promoting
unfettered access to rock climbers on Cave Rock by taking this case to the 9th Circuit
Court of Appeals despite a lower court 's ruling in favor of the Tribe and the U.S. Forest
Service. The lower court supported the agency 's ban on climbing on Cave Rock out of
respect for the tribe's traditional use rights.

Cave Rock has significant spiritual and cultural value to the Washoe Tribe. Access Fund 's
focus of conserving Cave Rock as a climbing environment directly undermines Native American
cultural integrity, trampling their right to religious freedom and to traditional use.
Rock climbers have desecrated the sacred site by punching holes into the holy shrine and
leaving climbing equipment behind. Traditionally, only medicine people are allowed on Cave
Rock.

Tribal and environmental justice allies demand a halt to the desecration of the sacred and
natural Cave Rock and protection of other traditional & cultural sacred sites!

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searching for climbing @ mission cliffs & pinnacles partner

Wed, 04 Apr 2007 04:43:11 GMT

hi there!
:-)
i'm looking for a M/F in 20's-30's to start climbing with. i don't have much experience but i would like to get into spending 2-4 days during the week @ MC and 1-2 weekends per month climbing outdoors (probably 5.4's-5.8's to start with) at pinnacles national monument -i've been there a couple of times and loved it!!

so..
if would be super sweet if you had more experience than me and knew people of the like that networking would be fun with. if that describes you than hit me up!

smiles,
christine

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climbing partner?

benjamin — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 23:02:51 GMT

hi,

my climbing partner is out of town for a couple of months, and i'm looking for someone to climb with at mission cliffs. i like going in mornings/afternoons for a couple of hours (no earlier than 9 though) and am usually there 2-3 times a week. i'm climbing high 10s and low 11s & just took the lead 1 class, so i want to mock lead most of my climbs. If you are at that stage too (or at least willing to put up with me learning to get the rope through the biners), that would be great. I have a rope we can share (but no lead card, obviously). i'm a good+safe belayer, have been climbing frequently for about six months.

i would also be really into heading outdoors, too. I haven't climbed outside much, but now that the weather's better, I want to.

me: 27yo berkeley grad student, male, gay, live in potrero hill, can climb any time except tuesdays and thursdays.

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Looking for climbing partner

Thu, 08 Feb 2007 19:39:23 GMT

Hello there,

I am looking for a climbing partner, someone who is willing to climb with me two days a week, preferably Wednesdays and Fridays. I go to Mission Cliffs and it would be great to find someone that I can climb with on regular basis. I have couple of friends that I climb with, but we seem to have conflict in schedules most of the time. I have a car so I would be willing to pick you up and drive you back home.

I am not an advanced climber, when I go constantly I get rally good and then I don’t go for a while and I loose it, I’m hoping to change that.

I am 30 yo, Middle Eastern, I live and work in San Francisco, male, gay, fun and outgoing person. I don’t care if you are a guy or a girl, straight or gay as long as I can trust you with my life :).

Please feel free to ask if you have any questions, hope to hear from you

Kind regards,

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Offering ride to Joshua Tree for New Years

Edo — Thu, 28 Dec 2006 10:19:27 GMT

I'm renting a car in Berkeley and driving down to Palm Springs where a friend will pick me (us) up and go to J-Tree on Saturday the 30th. You're welcome to go the whole or part of the way. I'm renting the car any which way but if you can contribute to the rental cost - whatever you can - and gas that would be very much appreciated.

I'm a very chill dude, going climbing over the New Year, and my ride fell through. I would love some help driving 'cause its a long way for me, someone to chat with, etc.

Interested? Send me an email: e_navot@hotmail.com

cheers

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second try :)

~B'ea~Ma*Grace.~ — Thu, 30 Nov 2006 03:13:52 GMT

anyone want to come climb in the next couple of weeks? either gym or outdoors?
let me know! I'm still looking for folks to climb with me....

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Teach me how to boulder (Berkeley)

Sat, 28 Oct 2006 00:12:26 GMT

I'm a total beginner and would like to pay someone who can teach me the basics of bouldering. I live by Berkeley. Thanks!

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climbing shoes for sale..

mtbean — Mon, 20 Nov 2006 05:24:49 GMT

hey all. i've had a couple of pairs of shoes sitting around for a while as "back up pairs", none fit as well for me as my original.. just got a new pair that matches me well, so i'm selling the others..

women's mythos size 38, original sole/rand, used less than 20 times $40
boreal zen's resoled with 5.10 soles uk size 6 1/2, used less than 10 times (all indoors), $40
women's 5.10 hueco's size 39, used less than 10 times (all indoors) $50

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Redrocks

rodger — Thu, 16 Nov 2006 03:47:48 GMT

Anyone climbed in Redrocks? Or anywhere in Utah for that matter?

Found this page on BushCo. plans to pave it: http://www.savebiogems.org/redrock/

-Lars

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New here

Justin — Thu, 16 Nov 2006 20:44:52 GMT

Hi All,
Just found this place and thought I would introduce myself. I am always interesded in meeting new climbers (belay slaves) and would love to hear about any climbing spots in the East Bay. I am always willing to answer questions and look forward to getting out and tieing in with some of you.

I have been climbing 16 years, including Big Walls, Ice, Mountain, Trad and Sport and have guided on rock and mountains . I have a pretty good knowledge of Yosemite and am getting my fair share of climbing in Lovers Leap.

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La Sportiva "Katana" shoes for sale - brand new

newtee — Mon, 16 Oct 2006 14:55:17 GMT

These shoes are still in the box and never worn. The lowest online price I've seen is $120 - so make me an offer and the best offer this week gets them.

Size - Euro 43. USA Mens 10 Womens 11

Newt

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gym climbing partners?

~B'ea~Ma*Grace.~ — Fri, 13 Oct 2006 01:31:42 GMT

anyone here climb at Class 5 in San Rafael? I just joined, and would love a climbing partner. I used to climb a bunch out east, and on several 1-2 week trips in the US in the desert, but its been awhile! So I'm out of shape and would love someone who would climb easy with me and just be there to have fun climbing, no goals or agendas except to climb... I'm not trying reach any specific climbing or fitness goal right now (though of course I'd love to get out on the rock this fall soon too, or maybe do one of the indoor climbing comps) but mostly I just want to get back into climbing again. anyone with me? let me know! I could also climb at Mission Cliffs in SF or elsewhere, depending where/when.
thanks-
Brenda

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kinda new

roger granillo — Wed, 19 Jul 2006 09:30:56 GMT

thats a lie.... im REALLY new to the whole climbing thing. theres no one near my area that has any real climbing experience(if any at all) and i need someone to show me ''the ropes'' of it. the closest thing to climbing ive done is a rock wall at the x games in sf and one boulder in yosemite. so itd be great to have someone with some patience, lol, to like teach and stuff the basics at least(that includes ''how to's'' because i really want to get out there and climb. well anyway im in the east bay (brentwood/oakley area).

thanks a lot
-roger

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East Wall Route at Lover's Leap

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 16:58:00 GMT

Anyone done that route? I was on it on Monday and I think I got lost on the last pitch. Went to the right looking for the 5.4 route to the right after Bushy Ledge, but it was very runout and mossy (seemed like no one had climbed it in a while) and not much pro. The climbing wasn't that hard just seemed a bit much for a 5.4.

Could also just be that i am CHICKEN! ha ha ha...

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exercises

Fri, 23 Jun 2006 16:19:35 GMT

I am finally reasonably comfortable climbing 5.10... However, I have a tough time holding on to the small stuff. My fingers are just not strong enough. Does anyone have any recommendation for exercises I could do to strengthen my fingers/hands?
Thanks.

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indoor rockclimbing in SF

rascalpuppy — Fri, 28 Apr 2006 10:15:28 GMT

Hey there everybody! Is there a place in SF that provides for an indoor rockclimbing experience for beginners? I got my first taste of rockclimbing while I was on vacation in Thailand near Krabi with Kliffsman. Was very nice with the view, the weather, and the adrenalin(thank god for harnesses!) Anyhow, it was only a one day course so I'm thinking I need to start out as a strict novice beginning again(which i am) ;)

oh by the way lol I'm new to this tribe so um... hi! ;o)

puppy

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Anyone climbing at Concord?

Paolo — Fri, 09 Jun 2006 23:47:53 GMT

Hey nooowww...Been climbing at T.Concord for a while, anyone leading there? I'm always looking for lead belays.
Going outdoor this weekend? I am for a few hours sunday morning...Ciao!

slablizard@yahoo.com

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MC tonight or tomorrow, anyone?

Jim — Thu, 08 Jun 2006 13:04:39 GMT

I might want to go to Berkeley or Castle Rock Sunday, too.
Jim
415*710*1423

I'm trying to climb as much as possible these days, so if anyone ever needs a belay partner at MC during the evenings, give me a ring.

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Looking for climbing partners

Jim — Tue, 14 Feb 2006 03:46:45 GMT

Beginning/intermediate level with passion looking for folks to connect with for gym and/or outdoor climbing. I've climbed about 15 times total, have a lot of my own gear, and know how to build a SERENE anchor. Current guesstimate is that I'm in the 5.9-5.10 range. Thinking about investing in a top rope for this season, and looking for folks to partner up with.
Cheers
Jim

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looking for a mission cliffs climbing partner!

Azurite — Mon, 17 Apr 2006 06:47:10 GMT

hey there y'all. are you sick of climbing with boys? interested in making a commitment to improving your climbing skills? me too! i'm looking for another female to climb with one day a week, possibly more.
thanks!

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insider info needed on going to Joshua Tree with a kid in tow....

eli — Sun, 09 Apr 2006 08:37:45 GMT

Cabin fever has struck for me, less than a day into my son's spring break, and I'm eager to get us out of here. I feel drawn to Joshua Tree, but I've never been there... I know there's good bouldering to be found in that park, but I don't know where to find it nor do I know what areas/campgrounds are particularly kid-friendly. He's 7 years old, and I'm not climbing regularly these days, so we're just going more to veg out, nature-style, than to hit the rocks.

Can anyone give me some input? I'm hoping to hit the road within the next few days, no later than Tuesday.

What I'm looking for info on:
* info on the different campsites beyond the basic logistics (the Joshua Tree nat'l park site is helpfully unhelpful)
* what aspects have high kid-friendliness that I should seek out in particular (certain trails, specific bouldering sites, which campsites, etc)
* the odds of having to beat the crowds off with a stick this upcoming week (or alterrnately, the odds of not seeing another human being for a week)....

Have at it, folks. Help a JT newbie out here...

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Women's scarpa climbing shoesw, practically NEW! size 5 to 5 1/2 for sale $40!!!

Phoebe — Thu, 16 Mar 2006 21:38:53 GMT

Hi all, I have these shoes I bought back in the day when it seemed climbing was going to be a part of my life. They are aqua, with purple inside and black soles. I only used them a couple times in an indoor gym. They ended up being too small for me, and then I ended up shifting the direction of my life. The shoes have a mark on on side from the wall, but otherwise you can't even tell they've been worn.

I still love climbing, but am not able to do it much due to a shoulder injury. Thus the reason I held onto these shoes. They are for sale for $40. They were about $130 brand new. I live in Sonoma County but come to the Bay quite a bit. I could email a picture if you're intersted - I can't figure out how to post a picture here!

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Another Person in Need of Climbing, Hiking pals

lostsins — Sat, 11 Mar 2006 20:08:15 GMT

I am free on weekends and some week days. I am looking for people to climb with casually and to do some training. I have a full set of top rope equipment as well as some sport leading gear, extra harness etc... My climbing level is currently 5'10-5'11, but I am willing to go climbing with people of all experience levels. I used to teach basic climbing and have been climbing for 14 years. So lets hear it, who wants to climb?

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Suicide Prevention Walkathon July SF

sacredgoddess — Sun, 12 Feb 2006 04:10:00 GMT

Hi,
I am only posting this request on a couple of my Bay Area sites...
please bear with me..
I am taking part in the AFSP walk athon and will be needing sponsorship donations.
Tax deductable, and secure on line or mail in .
You can go directly to my donation page at
http://www.theovernight.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=extranet.personalpage&confirmid=10003637
or go to www.theovernight.org
and go to participant
Sandra Weeks
Thank you ahead of time for any and all help you can lend to this important cause.

Sandy

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Hangboard questions-

zakarij — Thu, 10 Nov 2005 00:23:34 GMT

So I want to surprise a friend while he's out of the country by contructing and installing a Hangboard at his house. Curious whether it's more economic to make one myself or buy one, and if making is easier, where I would obtain the diagram and plans for it. Any Suggestions? Thanks in advance -

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climb today??

Smokey510 — Wed, 18 Jan 2006 19:13:39 GMT

Anyone want to climb today at ironworks or mission cliffs? I can only climb in the early afternoon tody.

510 219 7840

Peace,
Smokey

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Indian Rock Berkeley

sacredgoddess — Tue, 10 Jan 2006 06:47:10 GMT

Grew up in East bay used to visit there often...is there any organized groups what train beginners there?

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new tribe: yoga in Palo Alto

katarina — Tue, 10 Jan 2006 04:06:24 GMT

Hi there,

I started a tribe for students, teachers, friends and fans of
Avalon Yoga and Art Center located in Palo Alto.

tribes.tribe.net/avalonyoga

Please join the community where we can have the place to discuss our yoga related issues and share the information on events.

Namaste,
Katarina

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Getting back into gym climbing

Wed, 04 Jan 2006 04:49:58 GMT

I need to get back into climbing so I am looking for a belay partner to climb maybe one or two evenings a week at ironworks around 6ish. If anyone is interested please reply. I'm not a newbie but I've been out of climbing shape for awhile.

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New England rock climbing tribe!

jeau — Thu, 15 Dec 2005 17:23:07 GMT

Have you climbed Rumney Rocks? Do you want to? What are your other favorite climbing sites in New England? Join the Rumney Rocks tribe at Rumney.tribe.net!

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Looking for climbing partner

Sun, 04 Dec 2005 03:50:53 GMT

hi there, I just started climbing a month ago at mission cliffs, I finished some of the classes, and was wondering if anybody interested in joining me for climbing, I'm still a beginner, but working on it.

Would love to find someone to go with me twice a week anytime after 6.00.

Thx
Sami

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looking for a bouldering tutor

Wed, 23 Nov 2005 09:36:30 GMT

Hey, I am new to rockclimbing and was wondering if there's anybody out there who could teach me how to boulder? I have a membership at Berkeley Ironworks. Thanks!

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Ironworks

toomanyTomcats — Fri, 14 Oct 2005 20:30:53 GMT

It is with sadness I'll be cancelling my Ironworks membership, after only 6 months and a recently attained permanent belay card. Expenses are too tight right now (sick cat mostly- mew). There is always the option of doing some climbing on actual rocks and bouldering outside. It's a little hard to be motivated by oneself though, not to mention dangerous, which is why I appreciated the Ironworks facility.
If anyone wants to climb locally, I would not refuse the invitation, hint hint.
This sucks as I have been looking forward to a new sporting endeavour for many years. Now I'm back to piecing by bikes together for on and off road rides.

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extreme day hiking..

Tue, 08 Nov 2005 03:38:25 GMT

Sorry for the cross posting...

For those of you who are insane enough to like extremely long day hiking, please check out my new tribe at Extreme day hikers. Please feel free to shoot me a message with suggestions.

Thanks,
Parisa

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New to this tribe and new to rockclimbing

Armando — Wed, 21 Sep 2005 01:47:30 GMT

Hello all. Going to the gym to lift weights has left me in a seriously dull rut. So I figured I try walking on rock to help keep in shape. Not to speak of the mental aspect.

I start class in just over a week. Could anyone recommend any kind of exorcises that would help to hone ones ability to scale.

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has anyone climbed cragmont?

jovino — Thu, 20 Oct 2005 20:23:52 GMT

I just learned that there is a spot in berkeley and I am curious about it.

I might ride my bike up there soon to check it out. Anyone up for a trip?

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What do you do when you get Sketched?

Sun, 09 Oct 2005 23:52:34 GMT

Just wondering what all of you do when feeling sketched on a climb? Do you hum a little tune, recite some sort of mantra?

If I can, I put in a piece of pro and tell myself to get over it - I'm on toprope.

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Party this Sunday Oct 2 at Mission Cliffs -- free beer!

jovino — Sat, 01 Oct 2005 03:28:05 GMT

Touchstone Climbing is celebrating the tenth year anniversary of Mission Cliffs, it's first climbing facility! On October 2nd, Mission Cliffs will host a party to mark this milestone. Join us from 4pm -10pm for free food, free beer, a raffle and a surprise unveiling. This is free to all members of any Touchstone gym.

Editor note: the surprise is an entirely new section of the gym with some really rad wall sculpture. I'm looking forward to climbing back there really soon!

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New to climbing

Andy — Thu, 18 Aug 2005 03:54:05 GMT

I am a complete newbie, and am wondering what the hell to do to get started in climbing. I live in Napa, where is a good place to learn, is there anyone willing to help me? I am in decent physical shape and just want to try a new activity. Any advie would be appreciated, thanks Andy

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The Valley in October (brrr?)

Sun, 25 Sep 2005 00:24:52 GMT

If any of you have climbed in Yosemite Valley in Oct - Just wondering what the weather is typically like. Is it as cold as Tuolumne in Sept?

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>100 ft. redwood in Oakland

PoolB — Sat, 22 Nov 2003 07:24:35 GMT

It's actually two trees, touching at the bottom and 2-3 ft. wide, several feet apart at the top.

I'm interested in having experienced tree climbers climb them and show me how.

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another newbie - is this specifically trad, or are there any boulderers?

Cam — Thu, 22 Sep 2005 05:22:42 GMT

hi,

i'm new to Tribe and also this tribe. is this solely a community of trad or top rope climbers, or do boulderers hang out here, too? if it's the former, do y'all know of a tribe for boulderers? i like to do both, but i do more bouldering.

thanks!
cam

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Any Lover's Leap Climbers Out There?

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 01:29:30 GMT

What do you recommend as the next climb up from Hogsback Center?

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climb today anyone??

Smokey510 — Thu, 18 Aug 2005 19:58:24 GMT

I gotta be somewhere at 6 pm, so its gotta be soon if its going to happen.

510 219 7840

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kickass scramble wanted

kay3 — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 18:47:40 GMT

somewhat rockclimbing related .. any suggestions for a great, rugged scramble in the bay area with magnificent views ?? water views would be a huge plus! ocean/lake/waterfall ??

thanks!! :)

kim

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climbing 'till the skin falls off

kay3 — Sat, 06 Aug 2005 17:07:25 GMT

so after a couple of months climbing (i'm about 2 1/2 months new to the sport) i've been pleased at the nice calouses that have formed on the surface of my hands .. sorta like natural gloves to protect my hands from blisters .. but my climb buddy (who ever keeps me humbled) says .. the best part is when you're climbing & your calouses rip right off!! so that's just what happened last night =( my 2 largest calouses (my finest trophies) ripped right off my pinky .. but i wasn't done climbing just yet .. i taped 'em up & went back for more .. they were fine 'till i removed the tape *ouch* which ripped the nice thick 'lids' right off the tender spots .... ick ..

boy do i feel like a kid again, comparing battle wounds the next morning after moshing in the pit ..

so share me some of yours (battle wounds) .. i'll bet some of you old-timers got some stories to make mine sound like an ant hill!

kim

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Climbing porn star needed for big wall boinking.

jessburge — Thu, 04 Aug 2005 20:19:37 GMT

Have you ever been climbing naked? Lets make a super sexy movie.

Who's up for the job?

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planet granite climbing partner needed (belmont)

squarelove — Tue, 02 Aug 2005 05:17:50 GMT

i am a 24f who needs a climbing partner at pg. i have climbed very few times and is very beginner, but i am belayed certified. if you don't mind my beginner skills and am willing to offer a few pointers, i will be greatly appreciated!

my schedule are somewhat flexible.. in august, i am generally free all day friday and sunday; saturday afternoons (unless i have to work at last minute). nights are generally free except sundays.

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Climbing partner PG Santa Clara

Mon, 25 Jul 2005 16:37:25 GMT

Hi All,
I am looking for a climbing/belaying partner to climb at PG Santa Clara. I am available on weekdays 9-5 (that's why I am having such a hard time finding one...). Any one interested in climbing during office hours?
I am currently on 5.8/5.9 and hope to move to 5.10 soon...
J-

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Heading to the Valley. Looking for suggestions!

miss-akay — Mon, 18 Jul 2005 06:01:59 GMT

I'm heading to Yosemite to climb with some friends. It's my first time climbing there and I might go out earlier than the rest of my crew. Where should I go? I want to hike around or check out some books to get an idea of what not to miss. I'm still new to lead climbing, so if there are some easier sport climbs anyone would suggest, please tell me where I should be to check them out. Have you read any books I should pick up? Where's the best place to camp? I hear it's great to arrive earlier in the morning to grab a camp site. Do you have any other tips?

Thanks!!!
Audra

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Anyone up for Split Mt next weekend? 7/15-16

Mitchley — Sat, 09 Jul 2005 23:05:06 GMT

Hey Mt.-eers,

I've got a hankering to climb a peak, but my usual mate has buggered out. Split Mt. is one of California's easier 14ers and should be an easy slog to the summit. Most seasons, it's just talus up the North Slope, but this year, with the generous winter, there's about 3000' of snow to get through-- crampons and ice axes are called for.

The plan goes something like this:

From the Bay Area, drive up late Thursday afternoon - after work, sleep somewhere between Tioga Pass and June Lake. Camping out or a hotel room is fine with me.

Friday, pick up permit in Bishop, rent a 4wd vehicle (to get to the trailhead I've got the arrangements made), drive to Big Pine, feed ourselves along the way, drive to the trailhead, hike up to Red Lake (10,500'), spend the nite.

Wake up early Saturday so that the snow is still hard for the ascent, make the peak before noon. Hike/glissade back down, pack up camp and head to the trailhead. Drive back Saturday night, get home late. I'd also be up for staying over and taking a more leisurely return.

A great trip log can be found at:
http://www-db.stanford.edu/~crespo/Pictures/Split02/

If you have a 4wd vehicle, that would make life even easier, and save us each about $60 in rental fees.

If you're keen, please let me know, I'm aching to get into some snow.

-=Scott

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Castle Rocks/Mt. Diablo Climbing Partners

BHolt — Mon, 13 Jun 2005 16:34:28 GMT

Beginning climber....I have climbed in the gym, thats about it.

Looking tomove outdoors and hook up with someone, or a group of people, who are interested in getting together fairly regularly during evenings at Castle Rocks, Mt. Diablo, or any other good climbing spots in the Concord, Walnut Creek, Lafayette area. Willing to travel elsewhere on weekends as well.

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Know any good group campsites?

ahmi — Mon, 13 Jun 2005 17:55:52 GMT

...We may be between 20 and 100 people, last weekend in july, and we are thinking (but not set on) Tahoe area. Accesibility and facilites are key. By myself, I love the more rugged sites and have less experience with this kind of thing, but with this crew we want to be gentle and accomodating for all levels of outdoorsy-ness. So, any suggestions you have are most appreciated!!!!

Xo,
ahmibomb

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new here and new tribe

jovino — Thu, 16 Jun 2005 03:27:40 GMT

I'm about to completely geek out on climbing again. I'll undoubtedly be looking for belay buddies in the days, weeks, months to come. I also started a tribe dedicated to such a task: http://belaybuddies.tribe.net/

Hi, hi everyone. It's time for me to get my scrawny ass back into shape!

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where y'all climbing??

archean1 — Fri, 03 Jun 2005 20:30:48 GMT

So where's everyone climbing these days? I was at Big Chief last weekend (near Truckee). Had to scrable up through some snow near the summit, the road was only open half way, and the trail was flood in places, but the weather and climbing were great!! Donner is really good, but the little bit of hiking sure cuts down the crowds.
David

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climb today anyone??

Smokey510 — Thu, 09 Jun 2005 21:56:08 GMT

Mission cliffs or Berkeley Ironworks?? anytime between now and 6 pm would be awesome!

Peace,
Smokey
510 219 7840

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mission cliff'ers?

kay3 — Sat, 04 Jun 2005 04:36:41 GMT

anyone climbing at mission cliffs? i'm going to check the place out tomorrow ..

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MC climbing

miss-akay — Thu, 02 Jun 2005 02:25:54 GMT

hi!!

i'm looking for a little top-rope action at the mission cliffs climbing gym. i'm recovering from a long hiatus and working back up through 5.10s and into some lead climbing. shoot me a line if you want to meet up one evening. saturday, sunday, monday's i'm free after lunch. all other day's post-6pm.

oh... i'm dieing to get outdoors, too!

thanks,
audra

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climbing buddy

TheEnemyIsMe — Sat, 14 May 2005 04:40:40 GMT

As the previous poster said, I too have been out of the climbing world for a few years (a few too many) and I would like to get back into it. As I might need to reinvest in a new harness, I am initially interested in someone that might want to hit a gym for some bouldering or where I can rent a harness if necessary. In the day i was climbing up to 5.11's but i dont expect to be anywhere near that after a few years off.

I am interested in anyone, male or female, that might be interested in hanging out and catching me up on the sport a bit. :) I am also up for some easy outdoor stuff whent he weather is appropriate.

Hope to hear from someone.

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Getting Back Into It

ItsKatt — Tue, 03 May 2005 19:15:00 GMT

Ok...so I used to climb regularly about 4 years ago. I've since dropped out of it, and I'm just now recovering from a serious motorcycle accident in November 2004.

I want to climb again. I miss how good it makes you feel. However, I HATE gyms. I hate paying for the membership, I hate the feel of plastic. I pretty much dislike everything about the gym.

Of course the only problem is that I have no car, and I have no license so I can't even rent a car to go climbing.

*le sigh* So...anyone know of any decent city walls that are traversable, etc?

*bats her lashes* Or anybody wanna take a bornagain climber climbing??? I have some gear. And I know my rope is still good. :D

Ah well.

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Where is the Closest Climbing Indoor and Outdoor from San Fran?

szstarburst — Wed, 09 Mar 2005 20:31:17 GMT

I live in San Fran, where should i go to climb a wall or a rock face?

Are any or the indoor gyms more affordable than the others?

How about outdoor bolted areas in or around the city?

Anyone is keen for a partner, I'm all game! I dont have ropes though...

Suz

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climbing in alameda

superbleu — Mon, 25 Apr 2005 08:15:12 GMT

the fitness club bladium on the old alameda naval air station has both rock climbing and bouldering. on the upside, it's rarely packed, so there isn't a wait to climb anything. on the downside, there aren't too many people there and the community is severely lacking...

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Yosemite question

kosmonaut — Tue, 12 Apr 2005 21:37:42 GMT

Hi all,

I'm a longtime lurker and this is my first post.

Has anyone here been rock climbing at Yosemite? I will be having a visitor from France staying with me for the next 2 1/2 weeks and she is an expert rock climber. She's bringing her own shoes and harnesses, but we need rope. Do the rocks at Yosemite have ropes set out, or is there a place in Yosemite that rents ropes?

Furthermore, I have never been climbing at Yosemite. Any particular spots you would recommend? She's an expert climber and expert belayer; I'm an intermediate climber and beginner belayer.

Also, she wants to camp there. Any particular campgrounds we should check out?

Thanks!

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J-tree this weekend?

Tue, 05 Apr 2005 06:50:17 GMT

Greetings All-

I have a good friend/climbing partner that I would like to meet in Joshua Tree this weekend. I am curious if anyone else is heading that way or would like to in order to split the expenses. I would like to leave wednesday night or sometime thursday and return either sunday night or monday. I can drive if need be, but would prefer to hitch a ride with somone.

Send me a message if interested-

f

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new-be looking for encouragement and a partner

Autumn — Sun, 16 Jan 2005 01:00:33 GMT

I'm looking for someone to climb or boulder with. I'm a member at Ironworks in Berkeley and would like to find someone interested in showing the new kid on the block the ropes, as it were. Any takers ?

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Seeking parnters and knowledge exchange

erioch — Tue, 15 Mar 2005 18:39:07 GMT

Hi, I'm looking to find some people to form a group of climbers with. I am especially looking for people who want to practise techniques and share knowledge. It is important to have total trust in your partner and so I'd like to meet up and rig some top-ropes, share anchoring ideas etc. I'm in East Bay but can travel to local areas and would like to go on some overnight trips later on.

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climbing at planet granite and free yoga classes?

squarelove — Wed, 09 Mar 2005 16:22:53 GMT

hi

i need a climbing partner at planet granite and i am a super beginner. if you don't mind, let's climb on.

i am also in yoga teacher training and i need someone to practice teachings on. if you are interested, please pm me thanks!

cheers,

squaredlove

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pennisula climbing?

squarelove — Mon, 24 Jan 2005 07:10:39 GMT

does anyone here is from the pennisula? if so, where do you climb?

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Class 5 San Rafael lunchtime climbing partner needed

Dave — Sat, 26 Feb 2005 18:33:16 GMT

I'd like to start climbing at Class 5 Tuesdays and/or Fridays. Early afternoons (lunch) are my only available times right now. The earliest I can be there is 11:30am, and typically have to leave no later than 2:00pm. I'd be up for anywhere from 1 to 2 hrs of climbing, depending on your schedule & stamina. Right now, I typically climb routes 5.9 and under, and wouldn't mind cliimbing with any skill level...I have fun on 5.4's too!

Dave
dmeltzerdc@aol.com

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how to live in SF, area?

Calvert — Sat, 04 Dec 2004 01:45:24 GMT

after five years abroad, i'm coming back to the US, but don't really want to jump right onto a career ladder. i'd rather spend some time in san francisco, climbing. need some advice from SF and Bay Area locals on how to live cheaply, climb often, and work only as necessary. any ideas?

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I'm looking for climbing partners

szstarburst — Tue, 18 Jan 2005 08:39:26 GMT

Hey,
I'm moving back to SF after 4 years in Cape Town.. Dont know the climbing scene there, and am looking for friends to climb with who are willing to show me the spots...
Fairly experienced, fun, outgoing woman.... I will be back in March... let me know if you are up for a climb!
Cheers!
Suzette

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Anone heading to Yosemite Thursday Feb 24 or Friday Feb 25?

Mon, 21 Feb 2005 01:34:59 GMT

I'm meeting up with some folks in Yosemite next week. Some are heading out on Monday, some on Friday evening. I'd like to head out Thursday evening or early Friday morning. Anyone driving from SF to Yosemite at either of those times? Will split gas.

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A.M. Climbing at Mission Cliffs?

briansfca73 — Mon, 07 Feb 2005 04:40:02 GMT

Anybody interested in some top-ropping before work during the week? Come on, 6:30 isn't that that early. I'm a 5.10a-5.10d climber. I am a decent V0-V3 boulderer too. I generally do that myself but a morning partner would help me motivate.

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newbie looking for advices

squarelove — Tue, 18 Jan 2005 08:46:56 GMT

hey everyone. new to climbing here. does anyone have any pointers, advices, etc. etc.? i feel exhausted after a short while, and am looking for tips to last longer on that wall there. any tips will be appreciated!

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