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Reviews by surfer_bill (4)


Ring Anchor Stainless (Manufacturer link) Average Rating = 4.50/5 Average Rating : 4.50/5

In: Gear: Add-On Climbing Gear: Bolts and Hangers

Review 5 out of 5 stars

Review by: surfer_bill, 2004-05-15


Every time I get to clip one of these at the top of a route, I'm stoked that somebody spent the extra cash to equip the route with this great hardware. The rap rings give you plenty of room to work with to thread the anchors or set up a belay for a multi pitch route.


Pilgrimage (Manufacturer link) Average Rating = 4.44/5 Average Rating : 4.44/5

In: Gear: Archive

Review 5 out of 5 stars

Review by: surfer_bill, 2004-04-26


Very soulful and motivational. Not your typical fast action video, but an intersting look at Sharma, Katie Brown and Nate climbing in a beautiful setting. This made me want to go out and find my own magical place, where you can just climb all day and discover new problems without running into tons of people, with no guidebook or need for one.

If you're into fast action, you might find this a little slow or maybe even boring. I found it more of an "inspirational" video than a "holy s*&t I'm stoked to go pull down" kind of flick. Definitely a cool perspective on life and exploring, with some interesting info on the local Indian people, their culture and religion.

If you like bouldering, and want to be inspired to go travel and take your own pilgrimage, buy this video.


Flash 10.5 Climbing Rope (Manufacturer link) popular Average Rating = 4.75/5 Average Rating : 4.75/5

In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Climbing Ropes: Dynamic Single Ropes

Review 5 out of 5 stars

Review by: surfer_bill, 2004-04-25


What to say that hasn't been said already? Great rope, the duodess is a great feature, and the thing is a workhorse. I've had two, and will probably buy another when my current rope wears out (it might be a while)


XXL Crash Pad (Manufacturer link) Average Rating = 4.18/5 Average Rating : 4.18/5

In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Crash Pads

Review 4 out of 5 stars

Review by: surfer_bill, 2004-04-25


I love the size, I hate the size... it is a love hate relationship with this pad. Really, I'm stoked on it, but a better suspension system and a 'suitcase' style handle would make it easier to manuver. It is a litte tough to fold, and when unfolded, it takes a minute to get it to sit flat. Overall, big pads probably have all the same issues... and I think the key job is to catch you in a fall, and this one does a great job at that.