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jprice
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I didn't know about the gal-guy climbing ratio and I must say ten to one: nice! I wouldn't mind meeting a guy that climbs, I'm new to the sport and I need a lot of "instruction."
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climber1
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the only person I will date is another climber. my last two girlfriends were climbers. now I'm looking for a new one.
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biggernhell
Aug 5, 2002, 8:52 PM
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There is nothing wrong with dating a non-climber. That is as long as they don't want to see you very often.
wildtrail
You should never be afraid to use the word "poignant". Or for that matter the word "rat bastard".
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spydermonkey
Aug 5, 2002, 9:00 PM
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hahahahahaha
I prefer to date non-climbers b/c I need a balance in my life. Besides, most the girls that I've dated are scared of hights. Go fig?
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threefox
Aug 5, 2002, 9:24 PM
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I've dated both sides - the non active and the active girls.
I've found (on average) that the active girls work out better. Several non active girlfriend have tried to show interest. They want you to teach them to climb but without having to cut their nails. Or they say they like to ski so you take them to Squaw and spend more cash on their Wine or Coffee tab than on the ticket {NOTHING AGAINST WINE OR COFFEE}.
It just doesn't work for me so I strive to find mates who have similar if not the same interests. My current girlfriend and I CAN Freeheel, Climb, Ride, and do just about everything else together. This is important but MORE important is the fact that we can also do these things with other friends [stay away from possesive mates]
All in all I think everything really boils down to personality but similar interests help.....
Adam
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wildtrail
Aug 5, 2002, 9:41 PM
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Once again, George and I agree. Hmmm. I think I need to climb with this guy.
DIANNA,
I understand what you are going through. However, a little teaching on your part will help that matter. My wife didn't understand one thing about climbing when we first met. Now, she has a grasp on all facets of climbing and mountaineering. She gets excited too, now. Obviously, not like I got excited for my friend Nate with his accomplishment of his onsight of the second pitch of Jamcrack, but she gets excited.
Just spend a little time educating, unless the person is not interested (in which case, I would doubt the relationship if a person isn't willing to learn a little about you, but that is a whole nother hill of beans and only speculative at best, isn't it).
Steve
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climbsomething
Aug 5, 2002, 10:18 PM
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Chris (crackaddict) sez:
Quote:I have been fortunate enough to find this amazing woman!
She has captivated me and my heart.
*gush* you lucky kids!
Steve and geo, (and others who don't/won't date climbers) you guys make good cases for the other side. But I still contend that my climber boys have been... and probly will remain being... my BEST boys
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sharmagod
Aug 5, 2002, 10:39 PM
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I don't know if I will ever meet a girl that fits this (brief) description but the only girl I want to be with would be one who is a tomboy.
A girl who doesn't care about breaking a nail.She has to like if not love climbing cause that is the way I feel about it and I wouldn't be able to take talking to a girl who pretends to know what I am talking about.
I just think it would be so much better to date a climber than a non-climber since that is what I spend most of my time doing anyways.
Jason
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karlbaba
Aug 6, 2002, 2:28 AM
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RollingStone reminded that I have two relationship stories on my web page.
The first is about climbing El Cap with my ex-girlfriend.
read the trip report.
The second is taking my non-climbing girlfriend-at-the-time on her first climb
read Karl's story about relationships and climbing.
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elvelasco
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I was fortunate enough to find a woman who is interested in climbing. She never climbed before we met, but has taken to the sport from day one. Regardless of which one of us is hanging on a route, and which one has to be the belay slave, we both enjoy the time we spend together in the gym or at the crag. It also helps that she gets along well with my climbing friends and especially the wife of my most frequent climbing partner.
My advice to anyone who wants to introduce a significant other to climbing: teach 'em the basics and then shut the heck up. Give 'em the time and space to naturally develop a love for the sport just like you did.
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mickey
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I would love to contribute to this topic,however,I'll let you know when I find a women who doesn't cheat on me, or walk all over me.
And yes I would have to agree: A good women is hard to find!
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lostangel
Aug 6, 2002, 6:23 PM
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Stephen(wildtrail) ,
Cant argue with you on that one, and you are right about teaching someone who doesnt know so they can get a better grasp on it so they can not only understand climbing better but me as well.. I dated a guy who didnt understand and didnt want too.. needless to say I didnt keep him around cause I was climbing way B4 I met him.
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calamity_chk
Aug 6, 2002, 8:20 PM
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Hmm .. honestly, I'm so shocked when someone makes it to a second date with me that I really dont care if they climb or not.
However, as one lucky fellow has recently learned .. there is no competition in my eyes between "dinner and a movie" and a climbing weekend. And jealousy over my climbing partners .. sheesh, whatever .. dont get me started.
Although I have to admit that breaking up with climbers sucks too, I seem to lose partners and friends out of those deals which sucks even more .. .. then again, "who needs his heart when you can steal his gear" .. .. hehe, jk ...
In all seriousness, I want more from a relationship than just climbing, but any man brave enough to ride 'the wave of amber' needs to realize that dating does not precede climbing in the list o' priorities ..
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sharmagod
Aug 6, 2002, 8:25 PM
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Amber....you seem to have it all so stay positive.
Jason
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calamity_chk
Aug 6, 2002, 8:37 PM
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Quote:
you seem to have it all so stay positive
LOL .. Thanks for the confidence, Jason, but I dont really have that much gear yet ... hehehe ... say, wanna go out next Friday ?? .. lol ...
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sharmagod
Aug 6, 2002, 9:19 PM
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Hmmm....(looks in little black book)....seems I am busy Friday....how about Saturday???
Jason
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lostangel
Aug 6, 2002, 9:31 PM
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clymbr_chk: Gear over a heart... dayum you got it down pat dont you!
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calamity_chk
Aug 6, 2002, 9:47 PM
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eh, I can play nice when others do, but I'm not well known for my ability to hold many punches.
Don't get me wrong .. I'm ridiculously nice to people, have the whole hippy "make love not war" thing about me, but I've also been used as an example of the "hell hath no fury like a woman scorned" cliche.
What can I say, I'm one of the mystical, dynamic, complex creatures with many sides that none can anticipate ... oh, and I like to climb. hehehe
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wyoclimber
Aug 6, 2002, 10:00 PM
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Amber, you ROCK Girl!
as far as my reply... I have totally given up on dating a non-climbin chick. It may work for some, but definately not here. /me shudders to think...
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Aug 6, 2002, 11:25 PM
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well, i'm lucky enough to have an amazing bf who climbs, but we agree that it's not good to have you significant other as your only climbing partner.
any relationship stuff happens, and you aren't climbing as often as you'd like to.
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I am in my first relationship with a climber and have to admit I love it. Not only do I have a partner but I have a ever present massuse Only kidding dear I have tried to get some of my exs into climbing but they never really got it..I think its one of those genes that scientist are still trying to figure out on why ppl like climbing. I have yet to meet someone who says that climbing is just OK. You love it or you hate it..Think the exs did it to be with me abit more.. No worries now though because the gf loves it and you wont ever hear a argument from me when she says i dont want to go out to eat lets go climb..
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I'm in the process of ending a relationship with an otherwise great girl who doesn't climb. My situation is perhaps worse than most because I travel for work every M-F, and then climb all weekend. Essentially, I have to choose between spending time with her and climbing. Climbing one day per weekend doesn't work during Moab season since I am out all weekend every weekend.
All future girlfriends must:
1. Like camping. Vacation is climbing at Indian Creek or in Ecuador - not spas and room service.
2. Like climbing, preferably trad. I don't want to climb primarily with my girlfriend, but sometimes would be nice.
3. Be able to jumar, or be willing to learn.
4. Like road trips.
5. Be willing to take free climbing trips to Salt Lake, Yosemite, or Hawaii on weekends to visit me at job sites.
Any girl in Denver who fits that profile can feel free to pm me in a few weeks after the current relationship is sorted out.
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jetace
Aug 7, 2002, 12:22 AM
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I would love a gal partner to climb with, and I always see these girls in sport bra's that look amazing, but where does an attractive guy find such a gal. I go climbing constantly, but the only time I see these amazing girls is when they are accompanied by another guy, I guess that is the way it is in the real world too, but hey, if you know where to find one of these hard to find girls, let me know!!
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climberchic
Aug 7, 2002, 3:00 PM
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Here ya go, Amber
http://www.rockclimbing.com/forums/viewtopic.php?topic=9409&forum=32
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calamity_chk
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Thanks, Erica .. you're the best!
And, I've missed seeing my alter-ego around the site .. ... either we've been lurking on different threads lately, or ivanm needs to share you with the net a little more!
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