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Tarbuster
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Topic Author's Original Post - Jul 2, 2008 - 11:02am PT
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Okay kids, it's time to meet the man, myth, and legend.
Yup, that ornery right coaster will soon be in our midst!
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Tarbuster
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 2, 2008 - 11:02am PT
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CATHEDRAL PARK, FLAGSTAFF MTN Wednesday, July 9, 5:30 p.m.
(Same place we collected for the Crimpie Flagstaff picnic)
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Tarbuster
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 2, 2008 - 11:03am PT
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Malcolm, Greg, Ricky, Bob D, Samantha, Sybille et al… you’s guys ‘n gals missed the last gathering up at Betasso, so let's pony up!!!
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Hey Tar
Is there a charge to rent this place too?
Let me know--I'm IN!!!!
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Tarbuster
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 2, 2008 - 11:11am PT
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No charge Steve, unless the flat hats bust you for the quality beer you are going to bring...
(don't do it, you outlaw)
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maldaly
Trad climber
Boulder, CO
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Sorry gang, I have to miss. Doing a slide show in Mammoth on the 9th at Mammoth Mountaineering. Then headed to the Valley.
Mal
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Well since it's a Wednesday, I may bring some REAL BEER.
(We can now buy it on Sunday's too)!!!! starting this
weekend!!!! whooooooooooooooo hooooooooooooo
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eeyonkee
Trad climber
Golden, CO
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I can probably make it.
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survival
Big Wall climber
A Token of My Extreme
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The Cosmic Banditos will be nearby and hope to make it,...
if we're not too knackered from playing on your big rocks around there!!
Count three more hopefuls:
*Dr. Keith "Voodoo Child" Thag Simmons
*Mike "Nurse Ratchet" Om Buggnum
*Sir Vival
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Hey Tar
Whaddya think -- maybe we can persuade that loose chimp
in Cali to join us. I'll bring the bananas!!!!
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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I'm in. Wouldn't want to miss Spartacus.
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snakefoot
climber
cali
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guest apppearance on the way
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L
climber
Soy latte center of the Known Universe
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I am so jealous....
You guys better take lots of photos and post 'em...or I'll......cry.....;-)
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goatboy smellz
climber
colorado
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Wouldn’t be the first time these guys made a woman cry...
Are you a screamer too???
I always preferred screamers over criers.
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L
climber
Soy latte center of the Known Universe
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Oh heck yeah, Goat--I scream like a lion in the African dark. And then I hyperventilate and get the hiccups...it's ghastly.
You'll be afraid...you'll be very afraid...
>>>>>>>>^..^
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Hopefully it's not gassy!!!!!
or green pea soup!
:-)
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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This sounds very cool -- thanks, Roy, and I look forward to meeting whatever parts of the
Front Range Posse can show up!
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Rick A
climber
Boulder, Colorado
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I am probably in, but a bit late. Looking forward to meeting Chiloe.
Rick
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goatboy smellz
climber
colorado
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I'm shivering in my flipflops L!!!
Thank god this is happening in Lily White Boulder...there's no lions around here...only cougars.
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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Maybe L if you ask nice enough I will break out my old dance belt and unitard for the pictures. lol
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survival
Big Wall climber
A Token of My Extreme
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Grrrooowwwwwwllllllll.....!
:o) :o) :o) :o)
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L
climber
Soy latte center of the Known Universe
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Well....Phil.....I was going to ask nicely...then Survival growled...now I'm a bit worried for your unitard safety...
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survival
Big Wall climber
A Token of My Extreme
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I was growling at you L!
I'm not mad at Phil...or about his tights.
He saved the old dad expedition,
I don't care what he wears!
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L
climber
Soy latte center of the Known Universe
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I didn't actually think you were mad at him....I was just concerned...you've seen him in that dancing photo, haven't you? I mean, the guy knows how to wear tights!
Now that I know you were growling at me, though, I feel much better...for Phil's sake.
>>>>>>>>^..^>>>>>>>>>>
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Bump it up so more people come. . .
Good times, good beer, good people. . .
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survival
Big Wall climber
A Token of My Extreme
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Bump for Tar and Chiloe!
I can't wait to meet some ST people.
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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I'm keenly looking forward to all the good company, tall tales and fresh air. Cheers!
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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Bump for a good time
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L
climber
Soy latte center of the Known Universe
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Where's the unitards, dude? ;-)
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bob d'antonio
Trad climber
Taos, NM
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So where are we climbing before the get together???
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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Well all the Old Trad Dads of the Cosmic Banditto Colorado 2008 expedition are now on the ground and headed to the Tarbusters for a beta fest. They all said they would make it to the ST picknick Wed the 9th. They also said they would be bringing the music makers so hopefully we will have us a jam session. Thanx for setting this up Roy.
Like Roy, Chiloe is a climber that I have, many times over a few decades, crossed paths with many times yet never met. Though I did finally meet Tarbuster through the Taco Stand of a places.
I really am looking forward to meeting Chiloe, the man, the myth, the mystery, aka Spartacus.
Long live the cyber campfire.
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Mighty Hiker
Social climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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"I really am looking forward to meeting Chiloe, the man, the myth, the mystery, aka Spartacus."
Apparently you need to keep your eyes peeled for a guy with a long goldline rope, knickers, long hair, and a headband. :-)
I'd like to be there also, and meet some more ledge-ends of SuperTopo, but alas! it cannot be.
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Tarbuster
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 6, 2008 - 01:19pm PT
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Bob D:
Chiloe and I, along with Survivor & his Banditos will be climbing at Lumpy.
Those 3 boys could probably make use of a 4th ...Come along!
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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L, this is the best I could find so far.
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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I am pleased to see there will be live music and dancing girls in unitards at this party.
And I do look exactly like Spartacus, except, uhm, not.
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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Payin' it forward, earlier today:
My Dad (83), who showed me the mountains, and his granddaughter/my niece (almost 12).
We could hear distant thunder, getting closer.
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Pennsylenvy
Gym climber
Fannie's Crack, AZ
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I had the pleasure of getting a White Horse tour with the man/myth/legend. Thanks again Larry (even though you sandbagged me). One strange thing though; on our way up North we were followed by a carload of nubile virgins all dressed in togas. I guess Sparticus does live.
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Philo
We need to get L to show up in her catty suit!!!!
:-)
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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To flight idea SteveW. Now how do we do that? Any helpful suggestions L?
How about if I say meow real nice?
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Philo
I'd probably spring for an airplane ticket to see that!!!!
(Sorry, L, we just think you're too great--and just think of
the stuff you'd have for your next story)!!!!!
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Pewf
climber
nederland
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Hope you have a great trip out this way, Chiloe. I gotta fly down to (ugh) Texas for work, so can't make it.
Amanda
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Amanda
I feel for you. Into the depths of H(eat) or (ell), whichever
you prefer. . .
:-(
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cowpoke
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Hey Chiloe,
Sorry I'm gonna miss the picnic in your honor...we're in the airport headed back for the right coast.
But, speaking of Lumpy and Dads...a couple shots from yesterday:
Have fun climbing and gathering!
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Raydog
Trad climber
Boulder Colorado
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I will try to make it - work full time now so not sure,
work is hard - If too tired, rain check.
Thanks!
Ray
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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Pennsylenvy:
(even though you sandbagged me)
It's true, I did grievously sandbag this fellow, on his first climb in the White Mountains last
month. "Take a #3 Friend, and a bit of 5mm sling, you'll be fine" I told him, and trusting me
unwisely, he headed up the crux.
Here's Pennsylenvy on slippery rock 40 feet past his gear, with no hope in sight. Turns out my
recollection was slightly off, we were climbing the wrong route.
Fortunately he climbed well, so it ended OK.
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Crimpergirl
Social climber
Boulder, Colorado!
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Dave and I are back in town in time for the Spartacusfest. See you there!
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Oh how cool Crimpie!
See ya there!
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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SpartacusFest....
I love it!
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Pewf
climber
nederland
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Crimpie I emailed you on your ST email. Maybe can finally do something about my dumb water bottle :)
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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Hey Tarbuster we have a Brunton Portable gas cartridge bbq/oven for grilling? Can we, should we bring it?
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L
climber
Jello fan from the City of Lost Angels
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Aaaaawwww dang it, guys....stop sounding like you're gonna have the best party since we liberated ourselves from England!
You've got Spartacus and all his favorite people--almost--and now you've got Crimpie and Dave, too. I'm just jonesing here. It ain't a fair world, is it. (Which is why photos in copious amounts are needed to balance things out.)
SteveW...U no Go 2 FaceLift????? And you're using SCHOOL as an excuse?
Are U Mad? You know you learn better under pressure...nothing like a few days in Yos and you'll be makin' all A's when you return. Guaranteed.
I'm taking the Catwoman suit to FaceLift...just thought you might like to know.....
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Prod
Social climber
Charlevoix, MI
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Hey Chiloe,
Is that a young Sibley posted in the 30ith or so post?
Prod.
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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I've got a few young-Sibley photos somewhere, but that one is another unique fellow --
young Dakers Gowans. And there's a whole story, maybe 3 stories, that goes with that photo.
If Beatrix is there we could really tell it right.
Might have a few newer photos soon. Goatboy and I had a stellar jaunt in Eldo this morning.
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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Earlier today:
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Tarbuster
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 8, 2008 - 07:05pm PT
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Hi Phil,
They want "fires" in their official grills only and there are none up there.
While a stove/portable BBQ may not be a fire, it is probably over the line.
Your call...
Here's the playbook:
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Raydog
Trad climber
Boulder Colorado
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ok, so I'll bring the Tequila
and the pallets for the (huge) fire...
and an old couch,
we can just burn it in the morning before we leave!
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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Lol Raydog that was funny.
But what really peaked the attention of my one remaining brain cell was L saying...
I'm taking the Catwoman suit to FaceLift...just thought you might like to know.....
MEOW!
Haven't done it in a few decades but I just might have to jump the rails to the West Coast.
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snakefoot
climber
cali
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are the directions the same as to betasso? new to the whole area
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Philo
I saw that too. . .garsh, if I could get out of school
but I'm gonna be swamped then. . . AHHHHHHGGGGGGGG!!!!
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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What SteveW were you absent in high school when they taught "How to Ditch School"?
SteveW are you making it to Spartacusfest?
If so we can dream and commiserate together.
Alas for the Catwoman L.
Snakefoot, Not like Betasso at all. Go to the Original post. Directions are there. Get yourself heading up Flagstaff Road and follow Tarbusters excellent adventure topo.
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Philo
I did more of my share of that. . .
But as I told eKat in the Awhannee dinner thread, I'm taking
3 classes fall semester and I won't have time to breathe, much less anything else. . .
Oh how it hurts. You just gotta get pix!!!!
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Crimpergirl
Social climber
Boulder, Colorado!
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Read ahead and get to the facelift. Let the prof know you'll be out of town for this important business event and will unfortunately miss the lectures on those days. Voila - you are at the facelift!
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goatboy smellz
climber
colorado
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Here's our intrepid traveler sharing a ledge with Roger Briggs and his friend Laura.
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Youse guys & gals, drink a beer for me. . .
I'm way behind on homework this week & have an
exam & lab to complete so I'm gonna miss. . .
DRAT!
Give my best to the travelers!
:-(
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snakefoot
climber
cali
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gracious, my job is blocking images.......hope yall are still around by 7 or 8 ish
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L
climber
Jello fan from the City of Lost Angels
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SteveW...bring your homework to FaceLift...we promise to help you finish it! ;-)
Phil...come to where the sunshine is...come to FaceLift Country. When's the last time you hung out with friendly Cali climbers in the Valley of Monoliths and Cali catz? Hmmm?
(BTW--great work! I'm a bit behind with my deal, but should finish up tomorrow.)
BUMP for Chiloe's Par-Teeeee!
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Beatrix Kiddo
Mountain climber
Littleton
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CRAP! I made plans to climb in the Canyon by my house today. How late are you all gonna be up there? I thought this was last Wed.
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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L
You're just too kind--and the kitty--oops, panther, outfit. . .
I sure hope someone takes lots of pictures. I'm reeling right now, couldn't make it to the pickynick (bummer, big time), and
I just can't get through this chapter. . .
Lab & Exam by Saturday. . .
Wish me luck. . .
And eat plenty of that Nature boy's sushi. . .
Dern, I miss (lots) of the fun, 'specially the biggest event
of the year. . . whimper, whimper, snurf snurf. . .
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Crimpergirl
Social climber
Boulder, Colorado!
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Jul 10, 2008 - 12:24am PT
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The dust has settled and the picnic is over. It was a great time! Here are some photos. Blurry ones mostly since I took them. It's a gift. :)
Raydog and Snakefoot admiring the sunset:
Enough of that seriousness!
One group shot:
Another group shot on the overlook:
Tarbuster & Chiloe:
Chiloe:
Survival:
Tarbuster again:
I look forward to seeing the other photos since I missed getting shots of many people...
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Tarbuster
climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2008 - 12:45am PT
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Chiloe, after a fine ascent of Fantasy Ridge:
The crew on Flagstaff looking dapper and happy!
Back row: Survivor, Keith, Goatboy, Dave, Crimpie, Mrs. Philo.
Front row: Buggs, Philo, Philo creature, Spartacus.
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Tarbuster
climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2008 - 12:53am PT
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I think I need a new hat.
Or maybe just get the old one steamed and blocked.
... and maybe a few pieces of that turquoise jewelry. yah.
Nice pictures Crimpie!!!
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:01am PT
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The Taco Heads gather for Spartacusfest.
Chiloe and Survival
Tarbuster, Chiloe and Brassnuts
Crimpergirl, Raydog and Tarbuster
An interesting sequence of pics.
More later.
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Mighty Hiker
Social climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:02am PT
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So, the question that no one else dares ask:
What is Chiloe's real name? And is he another of the "Loe" brothers or cousins or something?
ps Looks like you guys had a lot of fun, and got home in time to post reports for us less (time) advanced people on the coast.
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:04am PT
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MH his real name is Larry Hamilton. But don't tell anyone 'cause he's famous.
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Tarbuster
climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2008 - 01:05am PT
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Two thirds of the Cozmic Banditos, Keith and Bruce:
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L
climber
Tiger Tiger burning bright...
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:14am PT
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What great photos...what a great group of people.
Tar--You need to name names in that group shot around the picnic table...the one after Larry's solo photo.
Those "dashing profiles looking into the sunset" shots of the guys cracked me up...
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:54am PT
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SpartacusFest was a blast. Even had a picture postcard Rocky Mountain sunset. Sorta made me feel all John Denver inside. There were a few notable no-shows. Iin particular the Cozmic Bandito's guitars were conspicuously absent. In fact I don't think they really play guitars. They were probably just schmoozin' my musical soft spot to get a car. They did threaten to have a jam session at their campsite in RMNP to attone for this serious breach of etiquite. None the less it was a wonderful gathering of SuperTopo SuperFolks.
For me it was a real treat to finally meet Chiloe. In my formative years as an expanding climber Larry was a hero of mine. His story of the first ascent of the Aeolian Wall captured my imagination and led me to Red Rock Vegas shortly after it appeared in Ascent magazine. I hope I didn't annoy him to much by beeing a fawning groupie. He is a mellow, humble, down to earth legend. Thanx Tarbuster for once again being the catalyst for another awesome get together. You are the greatest.
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cowpoke
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Jul 10, 2008 - 07:30am PT
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Looks like fun, and I'm looking forward to the tr, Chiloe!
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Beatrix Kiddo
Mountain climber
Littleton
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Jul 10, 2008 - 10:35am PT
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Sorry I missed this too. Would have been nice to finally meet you Larry after virtually seeing you around for years and then trying to climb your alpine routes. :-)
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Jim E
climber
Mountain Road
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Jul 10, 2008 - 11:17am PT
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Crimpy,
Don't lie about everyone having a good time. You and Larry probably talked STATISTICS all day, you freaks!
Wished I could have been there. Really, really wished I could have been there! Not for the stats but for everything else.
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Tarbuster
climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2008 - 11:26am PT
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Not sure about any gabbing over statistics,
But Spartacus and I did engage in a healthy dose of "rope talk" on the way down from Lumpy Ridge.
Where was Wootles when we needed him?
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GOclimb
Trad climber
Boston, MA
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Jul 10, 2008 - 11:28am PT
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Looks like great fun. Cool!
Next year I'm in!
GO
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Jim E
climber
Mountain Road
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Jul 10, 2008 - 11:50am PT
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Wootles passed away last fall. Severe case of Taco poisoning.
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Crimpergirl
Social climber
Boulder, Colorado!
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Jul 10, 2008 - 12:41pm PT
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True true! There was talk about XTME analysis, Stata version 10 and other exciting stats stuff. COOL!
It was great finally meeting Larry and the Rocky Mountain crew. You were missed Wootles - one of these days we WILL cross paths. :)
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:09pm PT
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Wot a cool picnic that was.
Major fun meeting all you online legends, I had good conversations with pretty near everyone ...
Phil, Ray, Eric, Tom, Callie, Dave, Bruce, Julia, Bob, Keith, Buggs ... who's that leaving out?
Oh yeah, Roy, who brought everyone together.
If you weren't there, you probably got talked about!
Everyone else posted good pictures, but here's one not seen yet. I thought it was sweet.
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:17pm PT
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Glad to know that no ones camera broke capturing my gr-im-age.
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:18pm PT
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Some climbing even happened. Goatboy took this nice shot the day before, on the West Buttress of
the Bastille. I hadn't done the route in 32 years, but strangely still remembered the moves. Wootles
might notice that his rope made the trip, even though he didn't.
By coincidence, we ran into my old friend Roger on a belay ledge halfway up. Roger and I haven't seen
each other in 31 years, and it took a few moments for recognition to set in.
GB on the scenic summit:
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:25pm PT
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The next day, Tarbuster and I met the Cosmic Banditos at Lumpy -- another place I ain't been since the 70s.
We all hiked out towards the book-crags.
I had it in mind that we ought to climb Fantasy Ridge, just because I never had. Tarbuster thought
that might be a fine idea. Here he is stylin' pitch 2.
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:27pm PT
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I got pitch 3, which felt pretty cosmic, turning corners and thin cracks right up the edge.
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:29pm PT
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From the top, grand views and a scrambly, not entirely hassle-free, descent.
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:31pm PT
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R & R at Chez Tarboussier in Nederland, before we drove down to the party.
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paganmonkeyboy
climber
mars...it's near nevada...
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:32pm PT
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bumpy for lumpy...love that place...
looks like a lot of fun was had ;-)
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:33pm PT
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Bobby D, Survival and Goatboy (Eric) Smellz
Cozmic Keith, Logan and Eric
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cowpoke
climber
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:33pm PT
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Right on! The pic of you, Larry, on the West Buttress skyline and the last one of Tarbuster (what a smile tells) are fantastic!!
and, I have to admit, talking multilevel mixed modeling with stata sounds fun :)
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Crimpergirl
Social climber
Boulder, Colorado!
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:37pm PT
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Cool - someone got a photo of Bob D'Antonio. He couldn't stay late, but was there. Nice to visit with him again...
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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Jul 10, 2008 - 01:39pm PT
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L names for group shot you asked about are as follows left to right. Bruce, Keith and Buggs (the Old Trad Dads of the Cozmic Bandito expedition) Eric, Phil, Logan, Dave, Cali, Julia and Spartacus.
Is it just me or is Tarbuster one of the most photogenic SuperTacos around? Great smile man!
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SteveW
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Jul 10, 2008 - 02:26pm PT
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Of course we all know Tar has one of the best smiles and
is one of the most photogenic of us. . .
but that Logan sure is a good Tarbuster lookalike with
that stylin' hat!!!!
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Raydog
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Jul 10, 2008 - 08:02pm PT
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it was great meeting Larry for sure,
and seeing Tom from Yosemite who's living in the area now...
and getting to meet philo's wonderful family also,
thanks for the nice evening everyone.
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2008 - 08:38pm PT
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Yes Ray, another stellar gathering with lots of fun people!
A couple shots from Lumpy Ridge,
The view across the way to Mount Meeker and Long's Peak:
And the verdant meadows below Lumpy Ridge:
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2008 - 08:44pm PT
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Two of the more popular crags, The Book to the right, and The Bookend on the left,
Fantasy Ridge, the route Chiloe and I climbed, is marked:
Spartacus charging up the route!
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L
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Jul 10, 2008 - 11:18pm PT
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Better than any dumb chariot flick with men in leather skirts that I've ever seen!
Man, there are some good photos on this thread! Larry's talent goes without saying, and I don't think the TarMaster has ever taken a bad photo in his life, nor had one taken of him. In fact, you're all kinka looking like climbing models for PataGucci...must be the beer. :-)
Thanks for naming names, Phil. (Hey, check your email.)
And finally I see the GoatBoy...the Cat-photo Manipulator...;-)
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2008 - 11:30pm PT
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... and you'll notice, swank sexy dear little kitten L, -that I captioned my group photo with names, as Phil noted & as you requested!
But wait, that's not all.
This afternoon, in Golden Colorado, Larry and his father and I took a little field trip to the American Alpine Club Museum...
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2008 - 11:33pm PT
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Larry, Bill Roos, and Larry's dad,
Just inside the foyer of the AAC:
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2008 - 11:39pm PT
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Bill Roos is a 35 year veteran of Outward Bound.
He, Larry, and Paul Sibley all climbed together in Eldorado Canyon in the early 70s.
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2008 - 11:40pm PT
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... that was long before Larry became known as Chiloe, ... or Spartacus.
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Chiloe
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Jul 10, 2008 - 11:47pm PT
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Hey, those AAC photos turned out well! What a trio, either one.
Unforeseen life complications forced me to cancel climbing plans with Bob D and Lord Slime today,
but instead I introduced my Dad to Tarbuster and we three took a walk down Dowdy Draw.
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Jul 10, 2008 - 11:50pm PT
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Yes, I did notice Mr. Tar-Handsome. Thanks for adding names.
Just one more question...who's the guy in the black t-shirt and baseball cap?
Those photos are making me smile...
Tar, are you going to FaceLift? Chiloe?
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Chiloe
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Jul 10, 2008 - 11:56pm PT
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who's the guy in the black t-shirt and baseball cap?
I learned something new about Tarbuster today, or think I did ... at times, to blend in with the locals,
he might not wear a Stetson.
I have my Dad's sense of style.
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:13am PT
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But for some back story…
Here's a picture which Chiloe snapped of Paul Sibley some years ago,
On top of a route in the park, The Rocky Mountain National Park, circa 1970 or so:
And here's a shot of Billy at his home in Eldorado Springs about 15 years back:
(you may notice in the background, some of Billy's pictures of 7 and 8000 m peaks)
(no worries yet, the wheelchair was just for show)
But here's the clincher, a photo which Paul Sibley gave me years ago,
Bill Roos age 14 or thereabouts:
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:17am PT
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And today, Chiloe and Billy admiring some of the art work now present at the AAC museum, on loan from France:
And a look at that little beauty up close,
Yes it is très français!!!
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:19am PT
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And no L, mon petit morsel femme feline fatale, I for my part, sadly, will not be at the Facelift.
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Chiloe
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Jul 11, 2008 - 12:20am PT
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Bill hasn't changed a bit! The rest of us either!
That's a great photo, Tar, hadn't seen that one before.
I hope he's not hating this thread, Bill's a good guy.
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:23am PT
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The shwag knocking around at the Museum is truly delightful!
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:26am PT
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And this one's for Ray Dogg.
Check out that vintage Gallwas pack, with its swank aftermarket zipper access and haul system:
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:30am PT
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:33am PT
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:35am PT
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:47am PT
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More keen artifacts from today's field trip to the AAC Museum with Chiloe:
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:52am PT
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This boss knapsack belonged to Ellingwood.
La Fuma as I recall...
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:59am PT
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Then there's this gorgeous computer-generated 3-D model of Mount Everest, Lhotse and the surrounding peaks:
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 01:01am PT
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And that about wraps up today's post picnic field trip.
Thanks for coming out west 'n sharing a little play-time with us Chiloe!!!
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 01:05am PT
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And special thanks to Bill Roos for his tour of the AAC Museum.
The library was quite special...
That was really fun!!!
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swill
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Jul 11, 2008 - 01:13am PT
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Billy Roos to the Outward Bound community is what Jefferson is to the United States. A great man. And so as not to displace Larry on his own thread he is (though I've never met him) also great man.
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Standing Strong
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monsoon time
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Jul 11, 2008 - 01:14am PT
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what a keen TR. nice, ladies and gentlemen.
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Chiloe
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Jul 11, 2008 - 08:48am PT
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Swill:
Billy Roos to the Outward Bound community is what Jefferson is to the United States.
Though I knew Bill BITD, I don't know this story -- can you say more?
And so as not to displace Larry on his own thread
Whoa, displace away! Like the Flagstaff Mtn picnic, this thread is just a cheerful excuse for folks
to get together, tell stories and share the life.
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SteveW
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Jul 11, 2008 - 09:03am PT
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Wow, Tar! Great shots of the museum--in my backyard and
I've not been there yet!
Thanks again for all the pics of a great event I missed!!!
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Mighty Hiker
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Jul 11, 2008 - 11:32am PT
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Thanks Tar, and Chiloe - very nice!
I don't suppose you maybe took a few other pictures at the AAC museum?
A local mountaineering club had its centenary last year, with quite a substantial exhibit in a north shore museum. Not quite the same calibre as the AAC thing, but still good. Maybe I should post some photos from it.
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Raydog
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Jul 11, 2008 - 11:37am PT
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yeah, wow.
great museum stuff.
great folks too!
Thanks a bunch Tar!!
(copied out those pics)
appreciate it...
really love historic gear stuff.
cheers and many thanks -
Ray
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 11:46am PT
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 11:52am PT
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And for the sake of brevity, or correctness or something...
The AAC Museum is called:
The Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum.
Check out the web site:
http://www.bwamm.org/
(picture from the BWAMM web site)
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Crimpergirl
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Jul 11, 2008 - 11:58am PT
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Dave and I spent an afternoon at the museum recently. We could have stayed days in the library section alone. You should see all the books and magazines! Awesome! The museum is a cool place. So glad we spent time in it.
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bob d'antonio
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Jul 11, 2008 - 12:02pm PT
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Crimp...how was the underwear ride last night??
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Ed Hartouni
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Jul 11, 2008 - 12:04pm PT
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whaaat?
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:06pm PT
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I'm with Ed.
pictures please?
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SteveW
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Jul 11, 2008 - 12:13pm PT
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Tar
Which one of those ice axes was Pete Schoening's, the
one that held the great fall on K2--holding 5 falling
climbers?
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:19pm PT
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Steve,
This one on loan from the Washington State Historical Society:
(picture from the BWAMM web site)
Bill Roos told us that it arrived at the Museum in care of an armed guard!
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SteveW
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Jul 11, 2008 - 12:22pm PT
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Tar
I'll bet--that's one incredible relic!
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Jul 11, 2008 - 12:22pm PT
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Steve,
I think it was the axe with the oddly bent point and claw marks on its handle...
Speedy Gonzalas Edit: Tar, you are just too fast for me this a.m....
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:22pm PT
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Text from the Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum web site:
Peter Schoening's ice axe is one of the most famous pieces of equipment in climbing history.
In 1953, an American expedition attempted to summit K2, the world's second-highest peak. When one of the climbers became gravely ill at over 25,000 feet (7,620 meters), the team desperately descended during a storm in an attempt to save his life.
Then one climber slipped on an ice slope and tangled his rope with the others. Soon, five men were plunging off the mountain. Quick-thinking Schoening jammed his ice axe against a boulder and held tight. All five of the falling climbers were saved.
http://digitum.washingtonhistory.org/highlights.php
(picture from the Washington State Historical Society web site)
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:38pm PT
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Here is a link to a virtual tour of the American Mountaineering Museum:
http://www.photosurveyor.com/panos/273/default.htm
We were quite impressed with the installation's quality and continuity, the sheer volume of artifacts, and the often mint condition of individual pieces.
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Crimpergirl
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Jul 11, 2008 - 12:45pm PT
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Bwhahahaha! Bob saw us on the Lingerie Cruiser Bike Ride last night through Boulder. There must have been 1000 riders this week. Helmets outweighed clothing for sure. It was crazy fun. :)
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SteveW
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Jul 11, 2008 - 12:47pm PT
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Dern
I didn't!!!!
No TR with pics????
Bwaaaaaaaa!!!!
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 11, 2008 - 12:56pm PT
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Rocky Horror Picture Show on wheels?
I hope nobody got their panties in a bunch...
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Chiloe
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Jul 12, 2008 - 07:36pm PT
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Climbers talk with their hands.
(Clockwise from 9, I believe it's Buggs, Keith, Tarbuster, Survival, Goatboy, Brass Nuts, Raydog and Julia.)
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Chiloe
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Jul 12, 2008 - 07:40pm PT
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("Hook or Book" Survival, (help me out?), Julia, "Resolution Arete" Philo)
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Chiloe
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Jul 12, 2008 - 07:42pm PT
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Knows every peak on the skyline.
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Chiloe
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Jul 12, 2008 - 07:44pm PT
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Great place to watch the day end.
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Chiloe
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Jul 12, 2008 - 07:45pm PT
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Two ways of taking in the view:
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Jul 12, 2008 - 07:47pm PT
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Jul 12, 2008 - 07:55pm PT
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Is Raydog getting ready to trundle that boulder in the "Two ways to take in the view???" ;-) (Looks like it, doesn't it?)
OK, Crimpie and Dave get voted the Cutest Climbing Couple this side of the Continental Divide...and Dave gets voted the Man With the Funniest Face Who's Dating a SuperModel in Boulder.
(Although when he makes that funny face, he does look like Steve McQueen, doesn't he?)
Sort of puts it all in perspective, doesn't it?
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Raydog
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Jul 12, 2008 - 08:02pm PT
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RE:
" Is Raydog getting ready to trundle that boulder in the "Two ways to take in the view???" ;-) (Looks like it, doesn't it?) "
yes, I'm thinking "wish I brought my car jack!"
actually, L - I lost my mind decades ago...
probably best not to try and figure out the
dim flickers of brain activity.
cheers,
Ray
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SteveW
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Jul 12, 2008 - 08:13pm PT
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Chiloe
I'm really disappointed I didn't get there to meet
you and the rest of the over the hill gang. (not pointing
that one at you, of course)!!!!
Your pics are always awesome!
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Chiloe
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Lee, NH
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Jul 12, 2008 - 08:24pm PT
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Steve, I'm way over the hill! Every soul at that picnic could outhike me, I'm sure.
That's why Goatboy & I climbed the Bastille.
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Chiloe
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Jul 13, 2008 - 12:24am PT
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Beatrix Kiddo:
Would have been nice to finally meet you Larry after virtually seeing you around for years and
then trying to climb your alpine routes. :-)
We should have another picnic someday so you could tell that whole story! It still spooks me just thinkin'.
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Chiloe
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Jul 14, 2008 - 08:46am PT
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Two final images as this fine thread fades away. This first one's just for Crimpie and Cowpoke.
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Chiloe
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Jul 14, 2008 - 08:49am PT
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And this old snapshot is for Philo. He'll know where it is.
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SteveW
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The state of confusion
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Jul 14, 2008 - 08:53am PT
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Oh no!
Math on the TACO!
Where will it go next?
Rap bolting Half Dome?????
LOL
:-)
Besides, nothing wrong with the Bastille--a great climb!
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philo
Trad climber
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Jul 14, 2008 - 12:23pm PT
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Thanx Spartacus that awesome shot has rekindled my latent adventure bug. Now what am I supposed to do while it is 120 in the shade out there?
We try to get out there every fall usually around the Thanksgiving break. Consider comming out yourself.
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Jul 14, 2008 - 12:25pm PT
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fun model with an interesting punchline. if you walked through the results, Chiloe, the potential controversy might not reach bolting-war levels, but you never know. the negative sign on the fixed-effect coefficient for educ would be particularly interesting to discuss...maybe over some NH granite...next Monday or Friday? I'll email ya, but can't promise a picnic :)
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Crimpergirl
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Jul 14, 2008 - 01:31pm PT
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Exactly my thoughts cowpoke. I saw the significant coefficient on educ and giggled (assuming it's coded the way I think it is). heh heh!
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Chiloe
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Jul 14, 2008 - 01:42pm PT
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That educ coef is indeed what you think, I figured you two would notice. A multilevel "in" joke?
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