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orestes1724
Sep 30, 2003, 2:37 AM
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is anyone here competing in ABS???
i signed up, its my first year actually signing up. ive been to the comps, and done USCCA and i know the dillio, but whos signed up!!! let me know.
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realization
Sep 30, 2003, 3:09 AM
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I signed up last week! Now that we are required to be members to compete in ABS comp's i signed up! I think it's a good idea, and I gladly signed up knowing all the great things abs has done for the climbing community. Good luck in ABS and or USCCA comps, see ya out there!
:D -mike
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dynoguy
Sep 30, 2003, 3:16 AM
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I was thinking about joining but I'm not a very good boulderer. Is it worth it?
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karmaklimber
Sep 30, 2003, 3:34 AM
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If you love the sport for what it is, its definately a good idea. The comps are really fun and its a great chance to meet other climbers and possibly learn a few things. I believe (correct me if I'm wrong) that the ABS comps are open to all levels of skill from beginning to elite? So no matter your skill level, you should still be able to compete.
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onelung
Sep 30, 2003, 3:40 AM
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ABS...Huh?
The American Bureau of Shipping is always here? I have to submit to their requirements daily.
OK sorry I see I am in "competition climbing"
Truly I have no business here.
Sorry.
Can someone point me to the trad forum?
I leave know.
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dynoguy
Sep 30, 2003, 3:42 AM
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what is their website
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epic_ed
Sep 30, 2003, 3:45 AM
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Anti-lock Braking Systems.
Serious question -- is there really even a smattering of interest in competition climbing in the US? I'm in the 35+, fat-bastard, can't pull on plastic to save my life crowd, so there's certainly no interest for me personally. But I've had a chance to hang out with some younger, stronger climbers in this area (AZ) and most climber I know view indoor climbing simply as a necessary evil and certainly not something they aspire to compete in. Is it different in other areas of the country? Or is the percetion "no one really gives a damn" pretty accurate?
Ed
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coldclimb
Sep 30, 2003, 5:30 AM
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Personally, I love the evening of hanging out with a huge horde of other climbers. The climbing is like always, a workout to keep in shape for the real rock and better than none at all, but the comeraderie and carefree attitude is what I go for.
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epic_ed
Sep 30, 2003, 5:48 AM
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Yeah, yeah, me too. Like I said a "necessary evil" to train and socialize, but not an end in itself. Competition climbing, on the other hand, is pulling plastic competitively. It's its own end. It doesn't seem to be nearly the attraction it was several years ago and certainly not as big as it is in Europe. Am I wrong? Take a look at this forum. There have been several threads this month, but in the entire month of July there were only TWO threads started about competition climbing. Looks like it's not a big draw with our membership, either.
Ed
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orestes1724
Oct 1, 2003, 1:37 AM
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honestly, i think of competing/training and climbing outdoors as almost two different things. when im climbing ouside i dont think about competing, and it goes both ways. i love competing and id definatly say its worth it, its so fun!!!
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socalbolter
Oct 1, 2003, 2:53 AM
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ABS website is http://rockcomps.com
people seem pretty psyched about them here in so cal and the better run comps draw upwards of 100 competitors.
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madriver
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Hey Rachel,
Check out the comp at the Philly Rock Gym on Nov. 1st It's called the Midnite Burn and if you can get there it is well worth it. Last year sponsorship level was obscene. Vic won a Streling Rope and a Prana Shirt. Check it out and hope you guys are doin well
Bob
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realization
Oct 1, 2003, 8:36 PM
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Yeah, to all those who are skeptical of joining ABS, i'd say go for it! even if you only attend the minimum amount of comps, ABS does great things for the climbing community, and they put together sick comps, 10 dollars a year isn't much to ask for consistently great comps ? SEE YOU OUT THERE!
www.rockcomps.com
-mike :D
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orestes1724
Oct 1, 2003, 9:51 PM
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thanks bob, ill check it out. hopefully ill have my lisence by then and ill be able to drive myself there. well see. thanks again, say hi to vickey for me.
Loran,
i think your the one who should feel lucky that you dont have to compete against me!!! :wink: see you there!!!
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climberjo
Oct 5, 2003, 11:59 PM
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hey i think i might compete in abs this year but i dont know what catagory i'd be in. i climb 5.10's and i think boulder around v1-v2. if anyone could help me try to determine my catagory i would appreciate it. See u all at PRG
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climbhigh2005
Oct 6, 2003, 1:00 AM
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Does anyone know if there is one in TN?
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realization
Oct 11, 2003, 4:19 AM
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5.10's ? that sounds like intermediate to me! - BTW I got all my ABS Gear today :) sticker, mag's member card, and oh yes, I got the t-shirt too! It's a good deal, ABS does great things for the climbing community...
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climbhigh2005
Oct 11, 2003, 11:50 AM
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I wanna sign up, but I probably wont get to comepete in more than like 3 comps... is it worth it? I like bouldering, I'm not very good at it, but I enjoy it... plus I love going to comps...
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realization
Oct 11, 2003, 3:12 PM
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In reply to: I wanna sign up, but I probably wont get to comepete in more than like 3 comps... is it worth it? I like bouldering, I'm not very good at it, but I enjoy it... plus I love going to comps...
I'd say sign up! 3 comps is quite a few, even then i'd still say it's worth 10 bucks a year. And maybe, if your not so good at bouldering, this would be your chance to get better :!: Hey, you said it yourself, you enjoy it, and you love going to comps, sounds like you need a membership :P
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climbhigh2005
Oct 16, 2003, 12:53 AM
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Where do I sign up?? Is the shirt free??? Or do I have to order it?
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petsfed
Oct 16, 2003, 1:21 AM
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In reply to: Anti-lock Braking Systems. Serious question -- is there really even a smattering of interest in competition climbing in the US? I'm in the 35+, fat-bastard, can't pull on plastic to save my life crowd, so there's certainly no interest for me personally. But I've had a chance to hang out with some younger, stronger climbers in this area (AZ) and most climber I know view indoor climbing simply as a necessary evil and certainly not something they aspire to compete in. Is it different in other areas of the country? Or is the percetion "no one really gives a damn" pretty accurate? Ed
I sign up just for the raffle. You're talking to the lowest finishing participant in the Wyoming Bouldering Series. I did better than the people who lost their score cards!
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joshj
Oct 20, 2003, 1:39 PM
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Melissa,
Go to rockcomps.com to sign up. The shirt is extra... but only like $10 or so. There are 2 comps in TN... one in Memphis this weekend and one in Knoxville the end of January. I'm HOPEFULLY hitting the one in Knoxville. The schedule is on the website as well.
Hope this helps.
josh
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climbhigh2005
Oct 24, 2003, 10:46 AM
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thanks Josh!!! I'll be at the one in Knowville for sure!! Hope to see you there!! btw, how many do you need to compete in a year??
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joshj
Oct 24, 2003, 1:50 PM
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I don't believe there is a minimum number of comps (or a max for that matter). The "national ranking" is based off of your top 4 comps. If you participate in less than 4, then your "ranking" just reflects that. I'm not too concerned with the ranking, but I know some people are.
Josh
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