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MTBZEN
May 18, 2011, 3:40 PM
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Since I'm totally new to the scene, what should I know to not piss off anyone? What did you learn the hard way?
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gblauer
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May 18, 2011, 4:02 PM
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I'll start with some basics:
1) Use the correct top rope for the route you are climbing
2) Learn how to be an attentive belayer
3) Don't "hog" up routes, that said, if you are doing a drill and people are waiting for your rope, let them know when you will be done
4) Don't subject everyone in the gym to your stinky shoes/feet. Store your shoes so they get air, wash them when they stink
5) If you really want to make friends, ask the gym about volunteer opportunities. Many gyms need volunteers when they hold competitions. The more people (regular climbers) see you around the gym (in a variety of roles) the more likely they will be to a) help you b) offer training suggestions c) be willing to teach you d) maybe even offer to take you outdoors
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climber49er
May 18, 2011, 4:04 PM
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If you take little children, don't let them play under where people climb.
If it's busy, don't monopolize a route or boulder problem, work it a bit and offer to let anyone nearby to have a shot or three.
Don't spray beta (giving advice on how to accomplish a move without being asked). For some people, it's ALL about figuring it out themselves.
Don't yell and grunt like a stuck Wildebeest. It just isn't necessary.
Have fun and don't take it too seriously, it's plastic.
Mostly people are very nice and will be glad to help you if you ask politely. Reciprocate if asked.
That's all I can think of for now.
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freezorburn
May 18, 2011, 4:06 PM
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Yeah all that,
and don't fart next to someone that is on Belay.
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MTBZEN
May 18, 2011, 4:31 PM
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freezorburn wrote: Yeah all that, and don't fart next to someone that is on Belay.
Damn...I already "blew" that one. 
Great stuff! Things I wouldn't have thought of.
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TarHeelEMT
May 18, 2011, 4:50 PM
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Don't ever offer unsolicited advice on how to climb a route. |
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bearbreeder
May 18, 2011, 4:57 PM
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hit on every hawt chick you can ...
better yet spot every hawt chick very closely for their "safety"
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climber49er
May 18, 2011, 5:04 PM
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Oh, I almost forgot... If you peel tape off by accident, put it back where it was,
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joeforte
May 18, 2011, 5:09 PM
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climber49er wrote: Oh, I almost forgot... If you peel tape off by accident, put it back where it was,
And if you peel tape off on purpose, make sure nobody is looking.
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wwalt822
May 19, 2011, 7:33 PM
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cracklover wrote: MTBZEN wrote: Since I'm totally new to the scene, what should I know to not piss off anyone? What did you learn the hard way? If the person on the wall is lead climbing, be very careful to stay well out of their fall zone. Be aware of where you're lowering your partner. Don't lower them onto someone's head. If your gym has auto-belays, don't jump off when there is someone below you. Warn them to get out of the way. GO
Corollary to these three: Don't walk under people that are low on the route, about to lower, or are on an autobelay. Depending on the situation you may want to ask the belayer if its ok to go underneath.
In general just be aware of whats going on around you.
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puravida9539
May 19, 2011, 11:36 PM
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Also, watch where you are at in regards to the belayers. They may step back if their climber slips.
I have seen belayers for lead climbers move a good amount. Try not to get too close to them, even if you are not in the fall zone.
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climber49er
May 20, 2011, 1:15 AM
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Make friends with the owner/manager, they might let you climb for free after hours. :)
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rockforlife
May 20, 2011, 4:33 AM
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cracklover wrote: MTBZEN wrote: Since I'm totally new to the scene, what should I know to not piss off anyone? What did you learn the hard way? If there is already someone on the wall, don't start up a route that will overlap theirs. If the person on the wall is lead climbing, be very careful to stay well out of their fall zone. Be aware of where you're lowering your partner. Don't lower them onto someone's head. If your gym has auto-belays, don't jump off when there is someone below you. Warn them to get out of the way. If you are traversing, be sure to ask permission before crossing the route of someone who is either already on the wall, or about to get on. GO
I would go with every thing here, but not this.
I would say if you are climbing you have the right of way no matter what. If you slip or if you let go at the top.
If you are in a tight space you MAYBE need to stand under an auto belay, but even then its your job to know if some one is climbing above you.
I and i understand you said jump off, but i would still give that to the climber.
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majid_sabet
May 20, 2011, 6:22 AM
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respect older climbers or old looking dudes
they can still kick your ass
(This post was edited by majid_sabet on May 20, 2011, 6:22 AM)
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MTBZEN
May 20, 2011, 2:18 PM
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majid_sabet wrote: respect older climbers or old looking dudes they can still kick your ass
I respect every single climber there for that very reason.
Someday I'll be one of those "older looking" chicks. Oh, wait...I already am. Now I just need the skill! :)
Thanks for all the great advice! Can't wait to get back in there.
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MTBZEN
Jun 26, 2011, 6:38 PM
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Be sure you're not standing on any ropes! I learned this the hard way but thankfully not because I made the mistake.
So also when belaying, try to be sure no one is standing on your rope.
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irrational
Jun 26, 2011, 8:11 PM
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Don't sit on the mats under the bouldering walls, sit on the floor like everyone else. Don't bring your kids to the gym unless your climbing with three people, one to watch them all the time. Its not fun for the kid being left alone and its not pleasant for the people around you.
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healyje
Jun 26, 2011, 8:49 PM
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Rule #1: STFUAB
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irrational
Jun 27, 2011, 2:22 AM
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I'm going to guess "shut the fuck up and belay" for 400.
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shockabuku
Jun 27, 2011, 2:38 AM
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When other people do all that stuff ^, be reasonably tolerant.
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MTBZEN
Jun 27, 2011, 5:34 PM
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shockabuku wrote: When other people do all that stuff ^, be reasonably tolerant.
Yup!
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