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carlitos
Mar 31, 2004, 6:47 AM
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What up Guys! well I am gonna take a few days off to Texas, and I would like to know if anyone know a cool place to buy gear, specially shoes!!!
Any comments on the Brands well be taking in serious consideration!! :D
Later
Carlitos from 20km. of Potrero Chico
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jcr
Mar 31, 2004, 4:04 PM
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Que pedooooo carlos, ya te registraste....
oye guey "REI" is the place, esa tienda esta chingona en Austin, Tx.
JC
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zacrobinson
Mar 31, 2004, 4:04 PM
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well... there is an REI in Austin.
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felimonh
Mar 31, 2004, 8:00 PM
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Whole earth provisions is another option... they have locations off of ben white, north lamar, and near the UT campus.
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texhanson
Apr 5, 2004, 5:42 AM
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As for types, I always stick with 5.10. Their rubber is the best, and the shoes themselves will last. I had a bad experience with Boreal, and my feet are too wide for the rest. Mad Rock has some decently priced slippers that I have heard good things about. Just depends what you want them for. Comfort on roped climbs? Stick to velcro or lace ups. Usually La Sportiva and 5.10 are the best in this catagory. Bouldering or hard sport routes? Go for a tight-fitting slipper. You want your toes to curl. REI or WHole Earth will have staff that can help you with the sizing and type. Good luck. Check on texasclimbers.com if you are looking for partners.
As for San Marcos, there are no outdoor stores. Just a Coleman outlet.
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