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alpnclmbr1
Aug 13, 2004, 4:24 PM
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Lets hear them.
If you know a good answer, provide that as well
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taino
Aug 13, 2004, 4:26 PM
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Detailed instructions on how to Search the forums for answers to basic questions, such as "what type of shoe should I buy?" or "what kind of rope is best?"
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tedc
Aug 13, 2004, 4:42 PM
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Should I use a cordalette. :wink:
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kimmyt
Aug 13, 2004, 4:51 PM
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Is this an FAQ for use of the website for beginners new to climbing?
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alpnclmbr1
Aug 13, 2004, 4:54 PM
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They already have a good faq for the website.
Look under help on the top toolbar.
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fredrogers
Aug 13, 2004, 5:23 PM
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I don't think the FAQ should just be links to threads. They should be concise answers written by someone who knows their stuff. Perhaps good quotes from threads could be cut and pasted into the answers. The tradgirl FAQ is pretty decent but gets pretty obtuse at times. I would use that one as a guideline or flip through an intro book like How To Rock Climb and organize your FAQ similar to the book.
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robmcc
Aug 13, 2004, 5:24 PM
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Q: I said something stupid and people said I was dumb! My feelings are hurt! Waaa!!!!
A: STFU n00b!!!!!!!!!!!!!1111111111
There's my contribution.
Rob
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madmax
Aug 13, 2004, 5:30 PM
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In reply to: Should I use a cordalette. :wink:
Or, which way should the biner face? Or, how do I learn to trad climb? Or, why can't I climb harder? Or... :wink:
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rwaltermyer
Aug 13, 2004, 5:41 PM
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Two thoughts:
First, A compilation of previous threads, such as those listed here:
http://www.rockclimbing.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=14329
Secondly, the forum search is sketchy at best. If we're going to direct users to it, it needs to work properly. For example, when having the "Search topic title and message text" feature clicked, you typically get "Could not obtain matched posts list". However, when you click search text only, lots of matches.
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edge
Aug 13, 2004, 7:40 PM
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In reply to: First, A compilation of previous threads, such as those listed here: http://www.rockclimbing.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=14329
I am considering making that one single post, with alphabetized keywords that would steer beginners to well thought out posts. Everything would be hot linked to the post in question, and it could be updated as needed to add more links as they come along, such as alpnclmbr1's post from yesterday. The thread would then be locked to prevent it from getting cluttered with superfluous comments. Users could "nominate" a thread by sending a PM to any of the beginners forum mods.
Further, we could bring out one topic every two weeks and sticky it to highlight it for a bit on a revolving basis.
Would that work? User input would be most welcome.
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alpnclmbr1
Aug 13, 2004, 8:06 PM
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Lets make a real FAQ.
Something along the lines of the tradgirl faq, except better.(in terms of the format and depth at least)
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rwaltermyer
Aug 13, 2004, 8:10 PM
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In reply to: Lets make a real FAQ. Something along the lines of the tradgirl faq, except better.(in terms of the format and depth at least)
I agree. With concise answers and/or link to threads discussing the matter.
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edge
Aug 13, 2004, 9:08 PM
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In reply to: Lets make a real FAQ. Something along the lines of the tradgirl faq, except better.(in terms of the format and depth at least)
Hmmm, I hadn't seen that site before.
The overall layout of the FAQ's looked OK, but the stream of sometimes conflicting answers seemed problematic. I think you would almost have to screen any answers to eliminate the chaff, or better yet, just ask targeted users with years of experience to answer certain questions.
It would be a hella lot of work, but if it was a developing project it would still be better than what we have now.
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alpnclmbr1
Aug 13, 2004, 9:21 PM
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A tentative subject / chapter list
Introduction to rock climbing and the faq..
How to start climbing?
Traditional Climbing
Bouldering
Sport Climbing
Top roping
Gym climbing
Buying Gear (for ea categ)?
Gear Maintenance
Ropes
Rappelling
Safety
Home Gyms
Partners
Aid Climbing
Ice Climbing
Advanced Topics
Injuries
Misc.
Recommended reading
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Multiple sub headings and questions for each chapter.(4 layers?)
Trad climbing > equipment > belay device > atc
Each of the following for each question
the short answer,
the long answer (where appropriate)
Pro’s and Con’s
links to threads
links to other sites (for illustrations)
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Ideally, I would like to see this done at a beginner, intermediate, and advanced level.
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edge
Aug 13, 2004, 9:27 PM
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In reply to: A tentative subject / chapter list Introduction to rock climbing and the faq.. How to start climbing? Traditional Climbing Bouldering Sport Climbing Top roping Gym climbing Buying Gear (for ea categ)? Gear Maintenance Ropes Rappelling Safety Home Gyms Partners Aid Climbing Ice Climbing Advanced Topics Injuries Misc. Recommended reading =--=-=-=-=-=--=-= Multiple sub headings and questions for each chapter.(4 layers?) Trad climbing > equipment > belay device > atc Each of the following for each question the short answer, the long answer (where appropriate) Pro’s and Con’s links to threads links to other sites (for illustrations) =-=-=-=-=-=-== Ideally, I would like to see this done at a beginner, intermediate, and advanced level.
I like it; I like it alot. Please complete the whole project and get back to me tomorrow... :wink:
I would be willing to work with you and others long term on this if you are interested. I'll brainstorm a little myself tonight, but it's Friday after five here on the right coast and I am hearing the siren song of a bottle of Tangueray.
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