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hangman
May 10, 2002, 12:16 AM
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I just about said it all.
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codey
May 10, 2002, 12:32 AM
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Just start talking about the 14 B you rped in france a month ago!
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rock_diva
May 10, 2002, 3:37 PM
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Quit talking and CLIMB!
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jt512
May 10, 2002, 4:19 PM
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Be 100% honest about your abilities and learn what it takes to be a great belayer.
-Jay
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cass
May 10, 2002, 4:21 PM
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Quote:Be 100% honest about your abilities ... couldn't have said it better
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mikedano
May 10, 2002, 4:44 PM
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I hope you mean "impression" like "good impression so you can make new friends/partners" and you don't mean "impress them."
When interacting with other climbers, make sure your focus is on fun--not competition, not how cool you are, just fun. If you're out there to have fun, everyone else will know that and appreciate it.
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beyond_gravity
May 10, 2002, 4:50 PM
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I placed 4th in PCA, you just havn't heard my name because I didnt make the top 3...
I also did Realization, but I dont want to spay alot so I keep it quite...What? you want me to lead this 5.12?? I think not, you need practise buddy!
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treyr
May 10, 2002, 5:01 PM
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Just start talking climber slang like that dyno was awesome i barely held it because it was a crimper
Trob
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stigonrock
May 10, 2002, 5:34 PM
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Man, if you mean to 'impress' others with climbing abilities etc, then I couldn't care less, Im not out to impress anyone, however..
If you mean to create a good impression in people as in friendship then I just go about being myself. Be honest to yourself and others then you can't go wrong.
Does honesty = good?
Depends on the person Im interacting with as to whether they interpret honesty as a 'good' thing.
A
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maculated
May 10, 2002, 5:41 PM
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Don't use a rope. That way, when you fall, you'll make a good impression - on the ground.
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frawg
May 10, 2002, 5:56 PM
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If you want to make an impression, fall from a nice 100 ft climb.. possibly you'll make a deep impression.
peaze
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fiend
May 10, 2002, 6:00 PM
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Be humble. I'm always most impressed by the guy who never sprays or spouts excessive beta, but is instead friendly even though he flashes 13s. I'm sure we've all met at least one of those "I just sent my first 13a I am the bomb diggity yo, let me show you how to do everything and speak to you like you're 4 years old because I climb harder than you and OMG I'm so badass dude" type people and that is definately not the impression you want to make.
When it boils down to it, no-one cares how hard you climb, but if they think you're a 'cool dude' then they can still be impressed with your abilities.
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climbchick
May 10, 2002, 6:12 PM
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What Fiend said.
"Bomb diggety yo"???? hahahahahahaha
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crap
May 10, 2002, 6:16 PM
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Take off all your cloths and go about your business like normal. It works for me.
I did this once on a road trip in a car full of people. While everyone's attention was on a crag we were passing by on the side of the road I striped naked. It took a few minutes before anyone noticed, but when they did an impression was definitly made.
[ This Message was edited by: crap on 2002-05-10 15:17 ]
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robscate
May 10, 2002, 7:42 PM
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use the "pull my finger joke"
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dupree
May 10, 2002, 7:58 PM
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As you're walking back to the parking lot or trailhead mention that the only downside of your job as a beer delivery person is having to drive that damn truck loaded with frosty malted beverages to the crag.
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ropegirl
May 10, 2002, 11:59 PM
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Every time I hear some blow-hard spouting off at a crag, like he/she is better, more skilled or more knowledgable than everyone else, I write them off as being totally insecure.
I'm most impressed by climbers who are soft-spoken, modest and happy to help out fellow climbers. I'm also impressed by climbers who practice low-impact climbing (i.e. don't leave garbage behind, don't trample the vegitation, respect access privelages, etc.)
That said, don't spend too much of your energy TRYING to impress people. If you're courteous and work hard to improve your climbing skills, people will be impressed. And if they're not, they can go get stuffed.
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passthepitonspete
May 11, 2002, 12:27 AM
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The quickest way I have found to make new friends is to hand out big wall tips.
I just love the look on someone's face when I help them solve a problem they've been struggling with, and they say,
"Oh MAN! I can't BELIEVE it was that simple!"
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nailzz
May 11, 2002, 12:58 AM
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Quote: I hope you mean "impression" like "good impression
so you can make new friends/partners" and you don't
mean "impress them."
Or, 'impression' as in 'imprint in the ground' for that matter.
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crux_clipper
May 11, 2002, 11:57 AM
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Just be yourself. All climbers are generally keen for a conversation about the latest boulder problem, or discussing certain moves.
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maddie
May 11, 2002, 12:41 PM
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I think i'd have to go for treyr's way not maculated's!
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maddie
May 11, 2002, 12:50 PM
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yes and i'd have to very much agree with roegirl
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upfreak
May 11, 2002, 11:32 PM
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Well.. maculated way is will SURE leave an impact.
Me.. i'd rather climb then talk. Let them do the judging.
THen again everytime i meet someone on the wall beside me climbing hard while i overtake him/her, especially if he/her is on top and i'm leading.
I'll stop, look him/her in the eyes and say "HEy... how's you hanging?"
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crackaddict
May 12, 2002, 12:38 AM
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Just hang out be happy, and friendly.
If they are'nt a local, suggest some favorites for them to try. Just don't be a jerk! Nobody likes lame a-holes!
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laplaya
May 12, 2002, 12:41 AM
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I would say that if you want to make your impression through talking, why not talk about something other then climbing? just a though...A good climber's climbing talks for itself...most everything else is just bs. thats my 2cts
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