I am planning to this climb in late August, and want to know if anyone interested. I attempted to climb this route 2 years ago, but was rain out. I was...
My friend, a kiwi guide traveling the states is looking for a ride and or a partner for this weekend for Yosemite. I will be joining him in about a week. His...
*NOTE: in my first attempt at posting the video links, I miswrote the URLs. They are now corrected. Sorry for any confusion. Original message: Hey all, In...
If you're having trouble viewing the daisy chain video on the BD website, you can see it here <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58qWRr4LiBY> on YouTube. Cheers,...
We're planning an extended backpack down to the Middle Fork of Kings R. where it goes thru Tehipeti Valley. Starting June 7 Any suggestions for our Commisary?...
Thank you for the u tube link. The guy I learned to climb with insisted that you were either on belay or had the rope clove hitched to the belay. No...
Check the snow pack and river level. Are you going to go past Tehipite Dome and out to the junction with the South Fork? Sent from my iPhone so seemingly...
This is a totally awesome group effort to do a benefit climb to raise funds for liver disease research. Liver disease affects 30 million Americans (more than...
Hey everyone! I'm taking five of my kids for about 10 days for a camping road trip in July. They range from 10 to 19 and the only man on the trip is my 19 yo,...
... I tend to be leery of adamant statements (I almost wrote "I'm always leery of adamant statements" :-) ) Like so many things in climbing, and in life, "it...
I like to tie the rope in twice, once to the master point, and a second hitch to a piece of the anchor.. The rope is strong enough, but not if you accidently...
Yes, it is my policy to always attach myself with two methods, either two slings, two daisys, two rope knots or some combination of the above. Here is my list...
I'm wondering if this isn't a bit of a wild goose chase. The video shows a catastrpohic failure mode for the specific case of passing a biner from one loop...
Pick up a copy of "California Camping" by Tom Stienstra and Ann Brown. All your questions will be answered. Two publishers: Moon or Foghorn both accurate. PS...
... That's really the point of the video - you're not. The topology of the loops is such that, in the case of catastrophic failure of the stitching (yes, it...
The point of the video was that when shock loaded the Daisy Chain loops will fail and if not twisted properly, you will die. Use a second locking biner, was...
Susan, You "must" go to Bodie!!! (and Mono Lake, of course). Have a great trip Roger Susan, You "must" go to Bodie!!! (and Mono Lake, of course). Have a...
And treat your family to a fantastic dinner at the gas station located where Hwy 120 meets Hwy 395! No, I'm not kidding, it's possibly the best resturant on...
2nd! -I'll have good stuff to give away. 1st!-Hans will share stories of his 20 years of climbing The Nose. -and failing to climb it. He'll show stills,...
... Yes, they are know for their fish tacos. Places to check out include the Rock Creek area, North Lake (nice hiking up toward Piute Pass) and the Bristlecone...
Hi, I will be climbing at Phantom Spires, off highway 50, this weekend (5/15 - 16). I will get there Friday (5/15) and climb Saturday and Sunday. If...
Half of the Tuolumne Meadows Campground spots are first come first serve.. If you show up at the ranger station at Tuolumne at 6am and wait in line until they...
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CMG@yahoogroups.com
May 14, 2009 1:56 am
Reminder from: CMG Yahoo! Group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CMG/cal SF showing of World Record speed ascent on THE NOSE Saturday May 16, 2009 7:00 pm - 9:00...
Bill - some great suggestions there. Thanks.  On a more general note, and maybe a little digression from CMG's prime purpose of conguering the...
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CMG@yahoogroups.com
May 14, 2009 7:05 am
Reminder from: CMG Yahoo! Group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CMG/cal Phantom Spires Saturday May 16, 2009 All Day (This event repeats every day until Sunday...
Wow... you all have given me lots of great information and ideas! I've gotten some private replies as well. 3 of my kids and I are just about to enter finals...
