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tarheels131
May 2, 2006, 11:56 PM
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haha i just read the post about the cam being there for 2 to 3 years. haha i didn't want the cam to use i just wanted to get it out to keep and fool around with. haha
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cortisol
May 3, 2006, 2:03 AM
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Thanx bud!!
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jconly
May 18, 2006, 3:32 AM
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Hey all,
I'm relativly new to climbing (have been doing indoor at school for about half the year, and have climbed at the Mills once before), and I am really looking to get involved this summer. I am from the North Hills, and I am planning on checking out Climb North gym (about 5 mins from my house) in hopes of meeting some people.
Although, I really want to get involved outdoors this summer. Basically, if anyone wouldn't mind taking someone under their wing for a little sharing of experience, it would be great to get to know some people in the area.
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cortisol
May 18, 2006, 5:45 AM
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Hey jconly,
Around here we're all about helping people get started. We'd be happy to take you on some trips outside, if it ever stopped raining long enough for the rocks to dry! Alternatively, if you have a way to get down to the city, there's a group of us that go climbing almost every Tuesday and Thursday at the Climbing Wall in Wilkinsburg.
I'm sending you a PM with more info.
Matt
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microbarn
May 18, 2006, 11:58 AM
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like Matt said, you would be welcome to join us
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victor999
May 18, 2006, 12:07 PM
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as well, i'm happy to take someone along on a day of climbing. there are lots of local crags within an hour or so. if you have the power to make it stop raining, all the better!
victor
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tarheels131
May 18, 2006, 12:24 PM
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Hey, I was at the White Rocks Bouldering Comp. In Pitt. Last Weekend, was anyone else there???
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microbarn
May 18, 2006, 12:31 PM
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no, I went to one comp and found it wasn't for me.
Good news is that they raised $1700 for White Rocks. Only another 83300 left to go. I wish them luck. I figure I will see how much I can donate directly after my next paycheck.
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jconly
May 18, 2006, 8:36 PM
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Thanks guys...
I'll be in touch
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firefighterusaf
May 23, 2006, 2:39 PM
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Hey All,
I will be back in Pittsburgh in early July coming home on leave from korea for a month. If anyone wants to do some climbing let me know.
Yats
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microbarn
May 24, 2006, 12:55 AM
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sure, we go out all the time. When you are actually back we should plan something.
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victor999
May 24, 2006, 7:02 PM
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hey ya'll- claire and i will be down at the New this weekend, along with a buddy and his son. we'll be at chestnut creek campground and climbing in bubba city, and possibly junkyard. i hope everyone is able to get out this weekend and do some climbing!
victor
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microbarn
May 25, 2006, 2:11 PM
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Lam and I are moving :(
So, we won't get out at all. My parents are coming up to help move though. So, we will be able to do some visiting too.
Hope yinz have fun.
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charley
May 26, 2006, 2:40 AM
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Going to nrg fri afternoon til mon evening. Anyone near I79 want a ride?
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victor999
May 26, 2006, 4:43 PM
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we're leaving in a couple hours for the New as well. it seems a lot of people are heading down there this weekend!
we're opting to stay with my mother (she lives 45 minutes from the gorge) and shuttle back and forth, hanging out mostly in Bubba city and Junkyard. just look for the tan 4Runner with NRG, SR, and JT stickers!
victor
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charley
May 30, 2006, 7:44 PM
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Victor, where were you sat. morn. we went to beer wall and climbed although things were still wet. Was jyard dry? We had a good time though.
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microbarn
May 31, 2006, 2:39 PM
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man, I feel like such a loser
It was a great weekend to be out. Especially Sunday and Monday!
I went to NY on vacation for two days. Then I moved apartments and got a puppy. I have a lot keeping me busy. I will probably get some free time to come climbing in a week or two.
I don't know how hard I will be able to climb though. I busted my foot. I was stupid and kicked a rock while wearing sandals. It looks like the crack in my toenail will take about a month to grow out.
Hope you all get enough fun outside to make up for my lost time.
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victor999
May 31, 2006, 5:29 PM
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Claire and I were at Sandstonia (aka tattoo wall) saturday morning for a few climbs...rock was a little wet, but soon dried out. also picked up the new NRG guide, which is really good and has the new Meadows routes.
Met up with friends Sunday AM in Junkyard for rappelling and TR.
Monday we went to Beer Wall, spent some time on the popular 5.5, 5.6, and 5.7 area, then, for the last climb of the day, my friend (terry s.) attempted Beer Wench (5.8), was about to clip into the 5th bolt, right foot slipped, and he took about a 15 foot fall, but not before slamming into an 8 inch ledge midway through the fall, breaking his left ankle and right elbow. he was able to ambulate with minimal assistance back to the car, went directly to Canonsburg hospital, admitted overnight, and had surgery next day. although he remains in good spirits, he's out for the rest of the summer. 6 weeks in a cast + physical therapy.
remember to be CAREFUL out there... obviously this sport can be dangerous.
victor
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microbarn
May 31, 2006, 5:32 PM
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Sorry to hear that he got hurt. That is a good reminder. Too bad we need reminders about the dangers of the sport sometimes. Hope he is back to 100% quickly.
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mountainman
May 31, 2006, 6:06 PM
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I'm sorry this happened.
My best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery.
I hope Terry emerges stronger and bolder for the experience.
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tanderson
Jun 1, 2006, 12:13 AM
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Anyone have any ideas as to who stole the shuts up at Breakneck Rocks? There's a reward for any infomation leading to a conviction ;)
Good news is that they've been replaced!
Thanks again goes out to all of you who've donated graciously to the SWPA bolt fund.
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tanderson
Jun 1, 2006, 12:15 AM
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Anyone have any ideas as to who stole the shuts up at Breakneck Rocks? There's a reward for any infomation leading to a conviction ;)
Good news is that they've been replaced!
Thanks again goes out to all of you who've donated graciously to the SWPA bolt fund.
Enjoy the routes!
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