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macherry
Apr 24, 2013, 7:23 PM
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edge wrote: macherry wrote: Gmburns2000 wrote: macherry wrote: this place is dead *crickets* not just this thread I wonder how the traffic numbers look. These guys have to be itching to let this place die at some point. when i randomly check who's on line, it's amazing how low the numbers are. when i joined this place was very busy, especially at night. i'm sure sites like Facebook have contributed to low numbers. I'd rather read and post on the Taco these days. Me as Mod = rat RC.noob = sinking ship
haven't been on the taco for a long time.
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epoch
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Apr 24, 2013, 7:30 PM
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donald949 wrote: donald949 wrote: epoch wrote: donald949 wrote: donald949 wrote: donald949 wrote: epoch wrote: Donny,, have you been up to Mineral King in SEKI before? Yes for a couple of trips, 2 good week long backpacking trips. Gorgous alpine area. At the time there was a ranger station to bet your backcountry permits there, can't say if that is still the case, the seki website should have the 411. Miles of narrow rough dirt roads to get there, but otherwise easily 2wd driveable. *eyes glaze over* y due ewe axe? I am planning a 4 day trip Memorial Day weekend. I have awl the logistics set in motion and plans made... except for one thing: Marmot deterrent. I've read a few different methods to do this, and since it will be early season they'll be out in force. How'd you do it? I've seen everything from tarping the bottom of your vehicle to surrounding your vehicle in chicken wire, a combination of the two, and even adding coyote urine and mothballs. Leaving your hood open is another method too... Just looking for opinions/what people did. Nothing. Absolutly nothing. Both times I was there they gave us the marmut rundown, "check your hoses before you leave." But never had a problem. Of course this was in the 90-95 time frame. So, I am afraid I am of no help again. So this raises a question, has anyone ever had their hoses attacked by Marmuts? Does anyone personally seen or know someone who has? I've only ever heard stories spread around. Like momma bear sending the cubs up the cables to get the food. or the raid can wrapped in bacon. Seams to be urban lengend???? However, I have heard dryer sheets keeps the rats/mice out of the engine compartment. Might try that. But otherwise, does anyone have any first hand experience with the notorious marmut? Good luck.  so this raises a question, will AAA go to Mineral King to tow you to the nearest shop for hose repairs?
research says it's an $1100 fix, including towing...
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Kartessa
Apr 24, 2013, 8:02 PM
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Iz Raining 
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Gmburns2000
Apr 25, 2013, 12:53 PM
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macherry wrote: Gmburns2000 wrote: macherry wrote: this place is dead *crickets* not just this thread I wonder how the traffic numbers look. These guys have to be itching to let this place die at some point. when i randomly check who's on line, it's amazing how low the numbers are. when i joined this place was very busy, especially at night. i'm sure sites like Facebook have contributed to low numbers.
I don't doubt FB has contributed, but I really don't think that's it. As much as 1.5 years ago this place was still rockin' pretty well. I think it has a lot to do with poor site maintenance and the chasing off of good contributors.
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epoch
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Apr 25, 2013, 6:55 PM
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Gmburns2000 wrote: macherry wrote: Gmburns2000 wrote: macherry wrote: this place is dead *crickets* not just this thread I wonder how the traffic numbers look. These guys have to be itching to let this place die at some point. when i randomly check who's on line, it's amazing how low the numbers are. when i joined this place was very busy, especially at night. i'm sure sites like Facebook have contributed to low numbers. I don't doubt FB has contributed, but I really don't think that's it. As much as 1.5 years ago this place was still rockin' pretty well. I think it has a lot to do with poor site maintenance and the chasing off of good contributors.
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notapplicable
Apr 25, 2013, 11:11 PM
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Just got a PM saying I am being bailed on for the RRG. That bitch!
Luckily I am bringing reinfocrcements.
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edge
Apr 25, 2013, 11:18 PM
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notapplicable wrote: Just got a PM saying I am being bailed on for the RRG. That bitch! Luckily I am bringing reinfocrcements.
Et tu, Brutus...
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Gmburns2000
Apr 26, 2013, 8:02 PM
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notapplicable wrote: Just got a PM saying I am being bailed on for the RRG. That bitch! Luckily I am bringing reinfocrcements.
I'm heading to the beach for five days. leaving tomorrow morning and returning wed morning (so that really makes it 3.5 days, but whatever.
at least one day will be spent on the beach. another on a boat. the other...pouring caipirinhas down my throat.
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Kartessa
Apr 27, 2013, 2:49 AM
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notapplicable wrote: Just got a PM saying I am being bailed on for the RRG. That bitch! Luckily I am bringing reinfocrcements.
You scared me
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notapplicable
Apr 27, 2013, 6:26 AM
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Kartessa wrote: notapplicable wrote: Just got a PM saying I am being bailed on for the RRG. That bitch! Luckily I am bringing reinfocrcements. You scared me
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notapplicable
Apr 27, 2013, 6:27 AM
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I want to see beach pictures or it didn't happen.
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Kartessa
Apr 27, 2013, 11:30 AM
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notapplicable wrote: I want to see beach pictures or it didn't happen.
I'll have embarrassing ones taken by a 5 year old of me in a bathing suit... just to appease to beast
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Gmburns2000
Apr 27, 2013, 12:49 PM
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notapplicable wrote: I want to see beach pictures or it didn't happen.
Thanks for the reminder. Almost forgot my camera
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edge
Apr 28, 2013, 1:38 AM
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edge wrote: edge wrote: Plans to return to the crag on Friday; supposed to be 50 degrees and no wind. Perfect temps, and I got on a total of 5 routes from 5.7 - 5.10a/b. Although I didn't plan on it, I scrubbed a new line and led "Raven Song" at 5.7 directly up the middle of the cliff. Not too many remaining blanks on the Longstack map, but I'm sure I'll eek out a few more lines before I move.
Another stellar day on Longstack. I only got on four routes, but one was a return to Raven Song to push the Direct Finish to the top of the cliff, 5.8, 175'.
Here's my friend Sarah following the complete route after I gave the thing a top down scrubbing.
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edge
Apr 28, 2013, 1:42 AM
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The wife is away for an out-of-state baby shower. Climbing, watching the Red Sox, and beginning to pack boxes to go in the storage pod that arrives on Thursday. We should be completely homeless and on the road in two weeks.
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Kartessa
Apr 28, 2013, 4:29 PM
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So the KY forecast has cleared up... 'cept down here in FL its rain every day now
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edge
Apr 28, 2013, 4:41 PM
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macherry wrote: edge wrote: The wife is away for an out-of-state baby shower. Climbing, watching the Red Sox, and beginning to pack boxes to go in the storage pod that arrives on Thursday. We should be completely homeless and on the road in two weeks. camping in the wal mart parking lot for the win!!
Ummm, no.
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edge
Apr 28, 2013, 4:42 PM
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Kartessa wrote: So the KY forecast has cleared up... 'cept down here in FL its rain every day now
Keep your lube adventures to yourself!
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Kartessa
Apr 29, 2013, 1:35 PM
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edge wrote: Kartessa wrote: So the KY forecast has cleared up... 'cept down here in FL its rain every day now Keep your lube adventures to yourself!
What would you say about taking a SUP out when thunderstorms are forecasted?
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edge
Apr 29, 2013, 2:15 PM
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Kartessa wrote: edge wrote: Kartessa wrote: So the KY forecast has cleared up... 'cept down here in FL its rain every day now Keep your lube adventures to yourself! What would you say about taking a SUP out when thunderstorms are forecasted?
Not much, 'SUP with you?
Personally I love thunderstorms; been known to climb a tall pine tree in them to feel the energy. If SUP is a typo for SUV, then I say go for it, perfectly safe. If its short for stand up paddle board, then I would do that as well, just keep an eye on the horizon and stay within 15 minutes of shore. Or maybe it means something else?
Salty Urban Pretzels?
Somewhat Unhappy Partner?
Slightly Unflattering Pants?
Stiff Uncut Penish?
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donald949
Apr 29, 2013, 3:37 PM
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epoch wrote: donald949 wrote: donald949 wrote: epoch wrote: donald949 wrote: donald949 wrote: donald949 wrote: epoch wrote: Donny,, have you been up to Mineral King in SEKI before? Yes for a couple of trips, 2 good week long backpacking trips. Gorgous alpine area. At the time there was a ranger station to bet your backcountry permits there, can't say if that is still the case, the seki website should have the 411. Miles of narrow rough dirt roads to get there, but otherwise easily 2wd driveable. *eyes glaze over* y due ewe axe? I am planning a 4 day trip Memorial Day weekend. I have awl the logistics set in motion and plans made... except for one thing: Marmot deterrent. I've read a few different methods to do this, and since it will be early season they'll be out in force. How'd you do it? I've seen everything from tarping the bottom of your vehicle to surrounding your vehicle in chicken wire, a combination of the two, and even adding coyote urine and mothballs. Leaving your hood open is another method too... Just looking for opinions/what people did. Nothing. Absolutly nothing. Both times I was there they gave us the marmut rundown, "check your hoses before you leave." But never had a problem. Of course this was in the 90-95 time frame. So, I am afraid I am of no help again. So this raises a question, has anyone ever had their hoses attacked by Marmuts? Does anyone personally seen or know someone who has? I've only ever heard stories spread around. Like momma bear sending the cubs up the cables to get the food. or the raid can wrapped in bacon. Seams to be urban lengend???? However, I have heard dryer sheets keeps the rats/mice out of the engine compartment. Might try that. But otherwise, does anyone have any first hand experience with the notorious marmut? Good luck. so this raises a question, will AAA go to Mineral King to tow you to the nearest shop for hose repairs? research says it's an $1100 fix, including towing...
Appears to be true, not jess legend. Although won poster mentioned the dryer sheet as a deterent.
Good luck. 
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donald949
Apr 29, 2013, 3:40 PM
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notapplicable wrote: I want to see beach pictures or it didn't happen.
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donald949
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Kartessa wrote: notapplicable wrote: I want to see beach pictures or it didn't happen. I'll have embarrassing ones taken by a 5 year old of me in a bathing suit... just to appease to beast
somehow I missed those.
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