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climberchic
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I just got back from a meeting last night on the PBB this year and found out some important issues that really are not stressed on the web site. Greg Varela has played an integral part of setting the problems this year, so expect some good ones. I even heard mention of a lay-down start problem this year. Good luck :wink: New this year: *Starting holds will be able to be touched or brushed prior to climbing. *Absolutely, positively, no dogs in the festival area or competition area. Unless you want fido to fry in your truck or tied up at the campground the whole weekend, might be best to leave them at home. *$10 charge this year for all spectators (it was $5 last year and $0 the year before). This is due to the all-time sponsorship low and is needed to fund the extra costs. *No more Fish tank :cry: , but there will be a Voodoo Lounge. Dunno what it is, but sounds interesting. :wink: *Tug-o-war is gone, but there will be sign ups for a "one-arm crank" Other fun events from the PBB website:
In reply to: "Pyramide Dyno Comp" (5th Annual): 8 Invited Men, 4 Invited Women, 8 Top Men from Qualifier, and 4 Top Women from Qualifier will attempt a variety of dynamic lunges in a one (1) Round Event. Each successful lunge earns a point value; the harder the lunge the higher the point value. An event that is fun to watch especially considering that the competitors are very tired after competing in the BoulderBlast. You will be amazed at just how far some of the climbers will lunge, how they "stick" the target hold, and how they land on the crash pads. Please remember that this event is open only to 2004 Phoenix BoulderBlast "pregistered competitors" who "actively" particpate in the climbing competition. There is no additional charge to particpate. Any and all 2004 Phoenix BoulderBlast "pregistered competitors" (who are not invited) may sign up for the Qualifying Round, 9:00am Sharp Start, Friday, April 23, 2004. The top 8 Men and top 4 Women from the Qualifying Round will join the invited athletes for the regular competition Saturday night. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. For specific information on rules and regulations download or print the following PDF file - http://boulderblast.com/...s/PBB_Dyno_Rules.pdf 1st "One-Arm Crank" Comp: All competitors who pre-qualify on Friday, April 23, from 3:00pm to 4:00pm will particpate in a Final Round on Saturday, April 24, from 3:30pm to 4:30pm. Registration for Qualifying Round will take place on Friday, April 23, from 8:00am to 2:30pm. The competitor that can do the most one-arm pull-ups will win! This event should be a hit for competitors and spectators alike. Please remember that this event is open only to 2004 Phoenix BoulderBlast "pregistered competitors" who "actively" particpate in the climbing competition. There is no additional charge to participate. Prizes will be awarded to the First (1st) Place Winner. For specific information on rules and regulations download or print the following PDF file - http://boulderblast.com/...BB_One_Arm_Rules.pdf Climbing Magazine's Bouldering Photo Clinic Climbing Magazine's Photo Editor, Zach Reynolds, and Editor, Jeff Achey will host a clinic on bouldering photography. The clinic is open to 15 participants and will focus on the basics of camera operation, light, exposure, and other important topics of photography, as well as the important aspects of shooting bouldering -- angle, action, composition, timing, and more. This is a chance to get insight on how pro photographers work and instruction on how to improve your skills as a photographer. Bring a camera for hands on instruction as the class heads into the field. The clinic concludes with a visual tour of bouldering photography in a classroom-style setting. The clinic is scheduled for 3:00 pm on Friday, April 23rd and will last the majority of the afternoon and early evening. To sign up contact Scott Leonard at 970-704-2614 or email sleonard@climbing.com. Participation is on a first come, first serve basis. For more specific information - download or print the following PDF file - http://boulderblast.com/...ing_Photo_Clinic.pdf The North Face Clinic, "Transferring Skills from Plastic to Rock" by Lisa Rands Do gym rats make great rock jocks! Bouldering from the indoors to the outdoors with success. Lisa Rands, will discuss and demonstrate how to transfer your skills, techniques and tricks from the consistency of the gym environment to the inconsistency of natural rock in the outdoors. Increase your V grades and have fun doing it. The Access Fund present the "Boulder Project" featuring Katie Brown "Next season," we tell ourselves as we sip our last cup of joe at the Kava Coffeehouse before heading down Highway 395 out of Bishop. But, what if "next season" our boulder project is inaccessible, not open, closed due to impacts? The Boulder Project, a national initiative driven by the climbing industry, land managers, local activists and climbers, is working to ensure bouldering projects remain open and accessible not only until we've sent our projects, but for future boulderers, as well. Ultimately the Boulder Project is a way of life, a way of thinking, making choices, building relationships, and taking action that stretches well beyond bouldering. Come celebrate the kick-off of this exciting project with your favorite boulderers, a slide show, and some thumping tunes. I can't wait! I look forward to this all year... So, WHO'S GOING?? :D ~Erica
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climberchic
Apr 2, 2004, 4:54 PM
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bump :D
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tylerm
Apr 2, 2004, 4:56 PM
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I am.
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climberchic
Apr 2, 2004, 5:34 PM
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Well, good on ya! Thanks for the input and I'm sure we're all better off for it. Anyone else? C'mon....I talked to about 15 of you in the last 2 weeks that were making plans to come.
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tucsonalex
Apr 2, 2004, 6:00 PM
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I'll be spectating, Hillary will be competing.
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tylerm
Apr 2, 2004, 6:07 PM
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Climberchic- What else do you want from me? A dictation?
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quicky
Apr 2, 2004, 6:22 PM
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Ill definatly be there, i went for the first time last year and had a blast. Im flying in from the east coast and renting a car, so if anyone wants a lift from PHX, i got a bunch of room in the rented neon! Hope to see you guys out there!
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I'll be there and competing for the first time since going there 3 years ago =)
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tucsonalex
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In reply to: Ill definatly be there, i went for the first time last year and had a blast. Im flying in from the east coast and renting a car, so if anyone wants a lift from PHX, i got a bunch of room in the rented neon! Hope to see you guys out there! Be careful with that Neon on the road into Oak Flat. You may have ground clearance issues. And don't tell the folks at the car rental place that you were out 4 wheelin' in the rental.
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quicky
Apr 2, 2004, 6:42 PM
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Thanks for the advice. I remember beating up the rental last year because those roads around the campgrounds are crazy! I think ill just park it and walk it into camp! My luck, i would rip the oil pan off in one of those crazy potholes in oak flats! Those potholes are big enough to boulder out of!
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tucsonalex
Apr 2, 2004, 6:46 PM
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Oops, if I had read your post better I would have seen that you were there last year. You should know all about the road hazards then.
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pbjosh
Apr 2, 2004, 11:42 PM
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I'll be there as part of a large san diego retard contingent.
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climbsomething
Apr 2, 2004, 11:52 PM
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I'll be there competing (if you wanna call it that) and mooching stickers from the vendors again. Have I mentioned that Ed's truck doesn't stand a chance against my amazing sticker powers? :twisted:
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climberchic
Apr 3, 2004, 8:03 PM
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In reply to: Climberchic- What else do you want from me? A dictation? Preferably. Along with your height, weight, age, social security number and who you're voting for. Sheesh! Is that too much to ask? :wink:
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climberchic
Apr 3, 2004, 8:04 PM
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In reply to: I'll be there as part of a large san diego retard contingent. Sweet! Well have the helmets ready and waiting like last year :wink:
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climberchic
Apr 4, 2004, 10:41 PM
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Also, if you are planning on bringing the kiddies, you're not alone. Check out this thread to hook up with other climber parents. http://www.rockclimbing.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=56424
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howdidshedothat
Apr 5, 2004, 5:22 AM
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I am certainly going...this will be the first comp i have gone to and it sounds awesome! :wink: Noel
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Apr 5, 2004, 6:33 AM
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I'll be there Friday afternoon, and will likely be there Saturday. Hope to meet a lot of you I haven't met yet, and hang with you other knuckle-draggers I already call my friends. ;-) And, Hil -- Alex isn't the only one who's be adding stickers. :P BRING IT ON BEEEOTCH!!! Ed
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climbsomething
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In reply to: I'll be there Friday afternoon, and will likely be there Saturday. Hope to meet a lot of you I haven't met yet, and hang with you other knuckle-draggers I already call my friends. ;-) And, Hil -- Alex isn't the only one who's be adding stickers. :P BRING IT ON BEEEOTCH!!! Ed Bring it, Chief. I scored about 30 new stickers from the Red Rox Rondayvoo and a swing through JTree last week. You are so, SO going down. I almost feel bad- it's barely sporting anymore. *Hillary cackles maniacally into the night*
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Apr 7, 2004, 11:18 PM
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katydid moved this thread from Regional Discussions to Events & Gatherings.
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wearyourtruth
Apr 7, 2004, 11:42 PM
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i REALLY want to go, but i have a prior obligation to lead another climbing trip for my work. i heard a rumor that this might be the last year they have it, due to finding a huge copper deposit on the grounds, they want to shut it down to mine :evil: i hope that's not the case, or at least not for another few years (so i can go next year)
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wmayville
Apr 7, 2004, 11:44 PM
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I am going this year as well. Anyone know how far the comp site is from ASU?
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metrogroaz
Apr 8, 2004, 8:32 AM
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I am going and i will be officiating, hmm if i could spell the word. It is about an hour from ASU by the way, i climb out there all the time, cant wait to compete next year!
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I heard the same thing about the copper deposit underneath. That would be really sad if they closed the climbing areas used in the PBC. I went last year to the comp and have been looking forward to this years event ever since. Its like the Woodstock of the climbing community! What better way to spend your time then by climbing all day and drinking all night with fellow climbers...not to mention the sweet vendor booths!!! Anyway, at least this year is still on... 17 more days...woohoo!!
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Apr 8, 2004, 3:04 PM
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I'll be there again this year, but I will be working instead of competing. Wouldn't miss it for the world!
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