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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Original Post - Apr 18, 2013 - 06:31pm PT
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Rolf posted this on my auction thread, but I thought it might get a wider audience with it's own thread.
Apr 18, 2013 - 02:53pm PT
Will Stanhope has asked me to post on his behalf. (can't log on with his Iphone)
He is offering: One day of single/multipitch guiding this September. He is an ACMG assistant rock guide and can be contacted at willstanhope@gmail.com.
And for those who don't realize how incedible this young man is, http://www.willstanhope.com/
http://willstanhope.blogspot.ca/
Thanks Will! Super cool man!!
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kaholatingtong
Trad climber
Nevada City
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Apr 18, 2013 - 06:41pm PT
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what a guy.
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Killer K
Boulder climber
Sacramento, CA
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Apr 18, 2013 - 09:24pm PT
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Kinda lame. Will's a incredible climber tho.
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MH2
climber
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Apr 18, 2013 - 09:29pm PT
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Will is a great person who happens to climb, too.
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Killer K
Boulder climber
Sacramento, CA
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Apr 18, 2013 - 09:49pm PT
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I'm sure he is. However its just kinda weird.
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Killer K
Boulder climber
Sacramento, CA
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Apr 18, 2013 - 10:16pm PT
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Gotcha. I feel like a turd.
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Plaidman
Trad climber
South Slope of Mt. Tabor, Portland, Oregon, USA
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Apr 18, 2013 - 10:17pm PT
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^^^How's that feeling?
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MH2
climber
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Apr 18, 2013 - 10:17pm PT
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Just a completely normal misunderstanding.
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GDavis
Social climber
SOL CAL
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Apr 18, 2013 - 10:18pm PT
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Like a turd? Squeezed out of a butt?
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Killer K
Boulder climber
Sacramento, CA
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Apr 18, 2013 - 10:19pm PT
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Right out of a butt.
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Plaidman
Trad climber
South Slope of Mt. Tabor, Portland, Oregon, USA
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Apr 18, 2013 - 10:19pm PT
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Do you stink?
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Killer K
Boulder climber
Sacramento, CA
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Apr 18, 2013 - 10:25pm PT
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I do. Total misunderstanding. Big props to Will for helping a friend.
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 18, 2013 - 11:00pm PT
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Lol! I thought it was very generous. I barely know Will, or a lot of these people but they have stepped up to help me in my time of need.
For that i am extremely grateful. I would much rather just go climbing with them, but that just ain't the way things shook out.
Hopefully one day i will get to go climbing with them.
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GDavis
Social climber
SOL CAL
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Apr 18, 2013 - 11:06pm PT
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Locker is also giving handjobs behind the circle K.
That's not to raise funds or anything just FYI.
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Brandon-
climber
The Granite State.
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Apr 18, 2013 - 11:06pm PT
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Plaidman
Trad climber
South Slope of Mt. Tabor, Portland, Oregon, USA
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Apr 18, 2013 - 11:12pm PT
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Just razz'in ya KillerK. All the best
Plaid
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ncrockclimber
climber
The Desert Oven
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Apr 18, 2013 - 11:22pm PT
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Bump for a good cause and the fact that the locker giving handjobs post made me spit my beer. too funny...
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Peter Haan
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, CA
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Apr 19, 2013 - 12:03am PT
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In all seriousness, an opportunity to climb and be with hilarious Will for a whole day would be pretty giant.
The kid is a genius. Take a look at him: he is relaxed, flaccid almost, under-built, and still a marvel to watch on the hardest pitches. It is hard to understand from a distance, to be frank. And his character verges on pro comedian, I'd say.
In short, a great chance at seeing what is really going on today at this top level in pure rock. I'd think he would rise to the occasion and make a solid experience out of it for whomever goes for it!
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crunch
Social climber
CO
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Apr 19, 2013 - 12:09am PT
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Yeah, great guy, excellent climber, no funny hats.....
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 19, 2013 - 12:16am PT
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Yes sir! A very proud ascent with mr. Honnold. Southern Belle. Wow.
I bet he has lots of cool tales!!
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Plaidman
Trad climber
South Slope of Mt. Tabor, Portland, Oregon, USA
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Apr 19, 2013 - 12:50am PT
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After reading that post about Southern Belle anyone would be a fool not to want to climb with this guy. What a SCREAM that would be. If I had any cash I would go for it.
Plaid
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Plaidman
Trad climber
South Slope of Mt. Tabor, Portland, Oregon, USA
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Apr 19, 2013 - 12:53am PT
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So what it the opening bid? Come on someone pony up!
Oh to have time and money at the same time!
Hasn't happened yet.
Plaid
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 19, 2013 - 01:11am PT
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No bid yet!
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thekidcormier
Gym climber
squamish, b.c.
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Apr 19, 2013 - 01:25am PT
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Very Generous of Young Will to offer a day of his time in support of Big Mikes recovery.
Is there any specific location(s) for said guiding?
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 19, 2013 - 01:49am PT
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None specified by Rolf. I'm guessing email Will and ask him where he is willing to do it, probably squamish i would imagine, but maybe the valley depending on his schedule?
I will email Will to thank him and ask him if he had any specifics in mind.
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kaholatingtong
Trad climber
Nevada City
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Apr 19, 2013 - 11:09am PT
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who wouldnt want to climb with this guy?
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 19, 2013 - 11:37am PT
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Will says it will be in Squamish.
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thekidcormier
Gym climber
squamish, b.c.
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Apr 19, 2013 - 12:59pm PT
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Opening bid:150 big ones...
Will he rope gun me up spaceman spliff on the mouses tooth in the joffree
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le_bruce
climber
Oakland, CA
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Apr 19, 2013 - 01:38pm PT
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Yo Big Mike - any way we could get a def answer on whether he's up for doing it in Yosemite? That'd pull on the imagination of a bunch of us CA folks.
Wonder if he'd be game for something like El Cap Tower and rap...
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supafly
Trad climber
vancouver, bc
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Apr 19, 2013 - 02:06pm PT
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possible liability/insurance issues with him guiding in the states?
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cultureshock
Trad climber
Mountain View
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Apr 19, 2013 - 03:18pm PT
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Guiding in Yosemite is a tricky one. Perhaps you could get some workaround since it would be a donated day, something more "official" is problematic due to permits.
I'm guessing you could do something in the Sierra, if Will is in this neck of the woods.
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 19, 2013 - 03:49pm PT
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Will says it will have to be in Squamish. It's a great opportunity for one of you cali dudes to get a rope gun up the grand wall/roman chimneys!!
I dunno Kid. That's close to Squamish so probably!
Also ins issues with him working in the states too i would imagine.
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thekidcormier
Gym climber
squamish, b.c.
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Apr 19, 2013 - 05:01pm PT
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I would like to know when the auction is set to run until.
Edit: coz just blew me out of the water... Dang. But we'll have to wait to hear back more details be cause as far as I know Will is only offering one day of his time...
No wonder its hard to mAke a living guiding. People like Scott trying to get him to give up a weeks pay in the name of charity.
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RyanD
climber
Squamish
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Apr 19, 2013 - 08:12pm PT
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Coz, that would be mega! Please make it happen! I'm sure there's many up here who'd love to meet u & hear some tales, but don't confine it to Southern Belle, we want some Squamish stories from ya too!!!!!!
As for this auction item, pretty cool & generous idea i'd say. As someone who made the very regrettable mistake of talking out of turn & saying sum dum sh#t about will one time on here which cost me a few potential friends, I've had the chance to meet him a few times briefly at the crag since & despite my previous distorted, second hand impression, he's a really nice guy that would be fun to have for a ropegun for sure. We ran into him guiding a few weeks back & he was really encouraging & havin a good time with his client which was cool to see.
If I could swing the $$ I'd get im to hang a big ol 300m TR on the opal for me so I could hack away all day & wreck some shoes! Pretty deadly for Coz to put in a bid & donate it to u Mike- Have fun!
Luke, we could do Spaceman Spliff, no?? Just gotta bring some of those ladder things & a piece of single dyneema each for anchors:-) oh and a chainsaw.
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michaeld
Sport climber
Sacramento
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Apr 19, 2013 - 08:53pm PT
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So a pro climber, is actually trying to make a living, and you guys think it's lame? Guiding is lame? Wtf?
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thekidcormier
Gym climber
squamish, b.c.
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Apr 19, 2013 - 09:02pm PT
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Micheald where in the heck do you come up with anyone saying anything was lame. We're all behind the idea of the community donating time and money to our friend in need.
Could some one please link me to the thread where that Ryan weenie talks sh#t..
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Plaidman
Trad climber
South Slope of Mt. Tabor, Portland, Oregon, USA
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Apr 19, 2013 - 09:03pm PT
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NICE COZ!!! Way to man. THAT MAKES MY DAY! WOW!
Plaid
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 19, 2013 - 09:27pm PT
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Michaeld
No one besides killer k said that dude, and he took it back.
Coz- wow dude! That sounds rad! It would be great to have you in town. It is more time than Will orginally intended so i have put the offer forward to him to see if he can afford to do so.
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ncrockclimber
climber
The Desert Oven
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Apr 19, 2013 - 09:41pm PT
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The generosity of Coz and Will is awesome. Both you guys are good people.
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 19, 2013 - 10:17pm PT
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Will says one day is the max he can fit into his schedule unfortunately.
He also says that july and august are pretty busy so it would have to be before or after.
Coz- Will said: I hope Scott can still make it out- and it'd be great to rope up with
him regardless- just can't commit to more than one day.
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thekidcormier
Gym climber
squamish, b.c.
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Apr 20, 2013 - 02:12am PT
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So am I still the high bidder?
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 20, 2013 - 02:43am PT
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Yes sir. 150 is a steal people. Is no one else interested in climbing with Will?
Coz if you still want to come but are worried about partners i'm know another couple of high level climbers (low on the publicity scale) who would probably love to rope up with you, given the opportunity.
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Relic
Social climber
Vancouver, BC
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Apr 20, 2013 - 03:11am PT
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Coz, you are very kind to donate us a slide show. I'm sure there will be a huge turn out and people will be banging on the doors to buck up some cash for it. Squamish is stoked to have you back for a visit. Perry will be especially keen to see you I bet.
Let's make it happen!
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thekidcormier
Gym climber
squamish, b.c.
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Apr 20, 2013 - 10:19am PT
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Can I donate 150 for a day of climbing with coz...
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hamish f
Social climber
squamish
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Apr 20, 2013 - 11:15am PT
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Rumour has it Scott has a mountain bike and a Squampton trip isn't complete without a two-wheeled outing. Best bring it and I promise a five star tour.
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Fish Boy
Social climber
Squeamish
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Apr 20, 2013 - 12:28pm PT
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This sounds rad....coz it'd be awesome to have you out here!
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Will_stanhope
climber
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Apr 20, 2013 - 02:21pm PT
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Hi guys,
This will be fun! Just figured out how to log into the supertopo instahighway... wow wow wee whaaa, as Borat would say.
I just need to be careful with dates as I'll be in the Bugaboos for a big portion of the summer. Can we say a weekend in September? Scott are you pretty flexible with dates?
Hopefully it'll line up in Canada- if not, perhaps we'll have to convene down in the Valley for a route which would be a blast too.
willstanhope@gmail.com is the best way to get a hold of me.
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 20, 2013 - 02:46pm PT
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So Will are we calling this one closed? Sounds good to me. Make it early September please as i am going to facelift at the end of september and i would really like to attend this slideshow, plus maybe hang out with you guys after climbing?
I'll email you this as well Will.
Tami you better attend!! ;)
Coz- what about the kid's offer? Are you willing to donate a day of guiding?
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 20, 2013 - 05:51pm PT
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I've got one potential ropegun lined up Scott. Still waiting to hear from the other. I'd love to hold the rope, but i'm not gonna be leading anything for awhile.. Or climbing very hard probably..
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 20, 2013 - 06:06pm PT
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Will says Coz takes it! Wooo hoooooo!
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RyanD
climber
Squamish
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Apr 20, 2013 - 07:13pm PT
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This is very cool. Why not just do a crag down with Coz somewhere on the Sunday? I herd u fancy the pet wall Coz?
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James
climber
My twin brother's laundry room
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Apr 20, 2013 - 09:13pm PT
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