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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Original Post - Jan 29, 2010 - 11:09pm PT
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There will be a Bridwellfest on Sat. April 24th, in Joshua Tree California, at the Gordon Ranch . The Bridwellfest is a fundraiser to help the Bridwell family meet their financial obligations, and make sure their future is a happy, healthy , and secure one. Our goal is to raise $10,000, which I believe is a realistic and obtainable goal. The Bridwellfest will have a Jim Bridwell presentation (slideshow and/or DVD), live music by the California Celts (Reggae/ska), an awesome sushi bar, almost any or all of Jim's climbing gear for sale or auction, booze, merriment, and I would imagine the support of climbers throughout the world. This is an evening of friends, fans, and supporters of Jim Bridwell, the father of modern Yosemite Big Wall climbing, and North American's premier Alpine Master. There is no charge for this event, other than you need to buy at least one piece of climbing history from Jim from his collection of climbing gear. If you are on a budget, there will be many items under $5....so if you are a poor dirtbag, you are welcome. If you are a high roller, invester, collector, or philanthropist, please feel free to throw it down and help us reach our goal of $10,000. I also encourage those who wish to attend, to really make an evening of this event...(meaning don't plan on staying an hour or two, and then hittin' the Motel 6 for a "good night's sleep"). This is to be an "old school" evening in the style that is fitting for Jim Bridwell;....beers, friends, real partying, and a late night......if you can't commit to this, maybe this isn't an event for you.
Here is how I plan to raise $10,000 for a man who has giving and shared with so many and inspired almost anyone who has ever tied into a rope.
We have already made a fair amount of money so far selling off some of Jim's gear, which is already water off a duck's back. The starting date is Feb. 1st, and the end date is April 24th to raise the $10,000. I will be mailing out a letter to climbing companies, the climbing industry, and the climbing community to chip in and help us reach out goal;....while the climbing industry doesn't really owe Jim anything other than admiration and respect, I believe that climbing is where it is today because of Jim and people like Jim who have inspired us to great things just by the fact that Jim has opened up the doors to all the possibilities that we as climbers have, if we just summons up the sac, the mental toughness, and the desire to push our limits, take a chance, throw it down, and give it our best shot. Look at our climbing heroes;....such as Bridwell, Kor, Fred Beckey, Tucker Tech, Kurt Smith, Jimmy Dunn, Kyle Copeland, etc.....not what you would call high rolling multi-millionaires ...yet they are "rock" stars in their own right,...at least to us anyways.....In these trying times, we have to all work together to help each other out. I am psyched and proud to be hosting this event, and I have confidence that the climbing community can come together on this one, step up to the plate to bat for Jim, or hell;...at least show up at the party and have a beer or three.
How can you help out?
1) Attend this event and buy something from Jim for your collection of climbing goodies;...this will help out alot.
2) If you can't attend , but would like to help us reach our goal, please send a check made out to Jim Bridwell and send it c/o Todd Gordon P.O. Box 138 Joshua Tree, California 92252 or use paypal too at andreatoddgordon@gmail.com and we will make sure Jim gets the dough.
3) If you are in the climbing industry, encourage your company to help out and make a donation.
4) If you would like to donate anything to sell or auction off at the Bridwellfest, please send it to Todd Gordon P.O. Box 138 Joshua Tree, California 92252 call or email me with your idea, item you wish to donate, and idea to help reach our $10,000 goal.
5) If you manufacture any climbing gear, clothes, books, etc. that can be sold, auctioned, or raffled off to help us reach our goal, please help us out in this reguard.
6) Any other ideas to help raise money and reach our goal, please let me know.
All in all, it should be an awesome evening, not to be missed, and one that we, as climbers, should be proud of and support as a community. As special thanks to those of you who have already helped the Bridwells out financially ;...you guys RULE! And a special hats off to those who are true dirtbags who are living the life and too poor to even own a car;....I say BRAVO to you;....you deserve a fundraiser too! This event is not going to be a slick, mega-planned out event;...I intent to keep it simple as possible. Basically show up, have fun, party down, support Jim, and don't drive if you have been drinking. I will be posting a running tab of our progress in the money raised, those who are helping out, and it would be good to get a guest list of those who plan to attend, just like the supertopo Woodson list;...just to see all of our friends who plan to attend. I look at this whole evening as a win-win gig......we all benefit from such an event. Roy's benefit party last year here was an awesome event, a gas, and a great time had by all;....this will be a similar event. Keep checking this and other related posts for up-dates, information, ideas, and see you there. Jim is very appreciative and grateful to the climbing community and looks forward to seeing his pals, meeting new friends, saying thanks to you all for the support, and having an evening of it. Todd Gordon Joshua Tree, California
(760) 366-9395
toddgordon@joshuatreeclimb.com
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Captain...or Skully
Social climber
You wanted to!
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Jan 29, 2010 - 11:11pm PT
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Dude!
I am SO there.
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, Ca.
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Jan 29, 2010 - 11:20pm PT
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Good idea!
I'll see what I can do to help.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Jan 30, 2010 - 12:19am PT
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Planning to attend;
1. Jim Bridwell
2. Todd Gordon
3. Tucker Tech
4. Captain...or Skully
5. Lynne Leichtfuss
6. F10
7. Skeptimistic
8. Robert Fonda
9. Ron Gomez
10. Cracko
11. Bullwinkle
12. DEE (Dave Ernest Evans)
13. Cynthia L
14. G.Davis
15-19 Cal Celts (5 piece ragaae/ska band)
20. Nature (Sushi master)
21. Norm Miller (Dallas, Tx.)
22. Locker
23. Pat Dennis
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Jan 30, 2010 - 12:20am PT
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Funds raised to reach our goal of $10,000 (Feb 1st to April 24th, 2010)
1. Todd Gordon $100 donation
2. Ihateplastic t-shirt donations
3. G Davis one pair new climbing shoes donation
4. Cracko $500 (and more before Feb. 1st...)
5. Al Sanderson $250
6. Tim Schafstall $25
7.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Jan 30, 2010 - 12:50am PT
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Todd, Will be there and can come early to help. Will see what I can come up with to help Jim. Goods and/or money. Sounds like grate fun. Peace to Jim. lynne
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Jan 30, 2010 - 02:43am PT
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Todd... I will have some shirts (DOLT, A5, BAT, etc.) coming your way for this.
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Jan 30, 2010 - 02:52am PT
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Todd, you are awesome.
Jen turns 40 on 4/20 and at this point I am not sure if we will be in town that weekend. We will probably in the Bay Area to celebrate either the weekend before or that weekend.
Regardless, we will do what we can to help.
I'll do what I can to make her bday thing the weekend before. Would really love to be there...
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F10
Trad climber
e350
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Jan 30, 2010 - 09:07pm PT
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Todd,
I will be there, I have time to help out,
Back to the front page,
James
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Jan 30, 2010 - 09:12pm PT
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Paging ihateplastic. Mr. plastic hater, please come to customer service.....
I see a hell of an opportunity to sell some t-shirts and send some fundage to Jim. Birdfest? There is so much to work with here.
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Skeptimistic
Mountain climber
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Jan 30, 2010 - 10:20pm PT
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The timing couldn't be better for me. Finals are done on the 21st, and I'm gonna need to blow off some severely pent up stress. I'll be there unless I'm preempted by family emergency. Thanks for making this happen!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Jan 30, 2010 - 10:39pm PT
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As for the April 24th date;...I had originally planned for April 10th;...a date that Roy (Tarbuster, AKA Beadwagon) and I had hashed out months ago.....but the band was unavaliable this date;..they were already booked for this date;.....I even asked them if they would do a double gig that night, and they said yes if they could fit it in....but they could not...not enough time.....so I tried to push for this date, but could not. I know it won't work for some, and will for others....but it's the date I could get Jim and the band...and those are two that I need to be in attendence. Hopefully, Roy can revamp his schedule....for that was a day that he and I had hoped for..... I really pushed for that day, but couldn't swing it.....
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Jan 30, 2010 - 11:36pm PT
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Johntp... Already thinking along those lines! Lots of time to get it right... pre-orders, etc. Todd, I will be in touch on this idea ,too.
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Toker Villain
Big Wall climber
Toquerville, Utah
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Jan 30, 2010 - 11:41pm PT
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The Camel concession alone should be worth a grand! Berg heil, best of luck.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Jan 30, 2010 - 11:42pm PT
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Cool;....Bridwellfest t-shirts;......lots of different sizes for everyone from the small sexy shirts for the hot babes....all the way up to XXL for the old fat yuppies with man-boobs.......a t-shirt design and size for everyone.....awesome....
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Jan 31, 2010 - 12:05am PT
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plastic hater-
there is so much to go with. let me know if you need some help with the frontage.
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Jan 31, 2010 - 12:53am PT
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Here's a few Bird shots from many a moon ago. Photos by Edgar Boyles from Aspen, Co.
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Cracko
Trad climber
Quartz Hill, California
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Jan 31, 2010 - 01:37pm PT
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Cracko is in Todd !
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tinker b
climber
the commonwealth
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bump for the bird
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Watusi
Social climber
Newport, OR
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What a great thing you are doing for our own legendary master. Quite the philanthropic gesture sir!
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CynthiaL
Social climber
Joshua Tree
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Hey Todd!
Count me in! And I'll be in touch to help any way I can!
Cyn
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troutboy
Trad climber
Newark, DE
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I'll see how my schedule plays out in the next couple months. Only know a few of you guys personally, but I've been trying to work in a Josh fix anyway.
Meanwhile, look for my check in the mail Todd.
Tim S
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Bullwinkle
Boulder climber
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Todd,
I'll be there and give a slideshow if you' like. . .df
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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I will see you there, sounds like quite the hoe down (sp?).
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Depends on what your topic is dee ee....oops, did I say that :D
Kidding of course. It will be fun to help Jim and generally rock. Is there musica ????? Did I miss that info on the Thread? Peace and see many of yo at Woodson in March....God willing and the Creek don't rise. lynnie
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 1, 2010 - 10:18pm PT
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Fattrad;.....I've talked to Ken;...and I'm sure I'll talk to him again soon;....he already knows that anything he wants;...we can put aside for him and see that he gets it at the "bro" deal.......Ken is awesome, and his Yo museum is fantastic, and if we don't keep track of this stuff;...it will be gone forever.....it's our history, our legacy, and who we are.
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rlf
Trad climber
Josh, CA
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See ya all there!
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Sounds like a Party in need of sushi.
Just today I was wondering where the 4/20 sushifest would happen.
*whistle*
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GDavis
Social climber
SOL CAL
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Hey Todd,
I'll be there, you can count on it! As far as Auctions go, I'll throw in a pair of Evolv Defy, Bandit, Quest or Hera in any size on my Dime.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 1, 2010 - 11:19pm PT
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Nature;....I would be honored, totally stoked, and WAY happy to have you do sushi again.....the whole sushi thing is way cool and everyone loved it last year;.....could you?....and I can get you money up front ahead of time for your catch....so no sweat there......let me know;...I would love it.....(I also have some neoprene overboots for you if you still want them....)....too cool....
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Todd... check your e-mail.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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and if john and F10 drive out we can get the same goods as last time. Best darn fish to ever pass over the sushibar.
Yeah... I'd be honored to do this for Jim. Who's he climbing with Sunday the 25th? ;-)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 1, 2010 - 11:44pm PT
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Doug;....too cool;...awesome;....just let me know what you need;...we will have it for you.......the Bridwellfest just shot up in awesomeness X10 with the sushi......excellent......
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 2, 2010 - 12:04am PT
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Simone;...I just read your email...but when I responded...it said message was not sent....anyways...all your ideas are great...let me now what I can do to help you......and I appreciate it all......call at (760) 366-9395. Todd
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Todd... that sucks. I will call tomorrow and we can discuss ideas.
Weird, that e-mail should work no problem... I get way too many coming to that each day. Try again if you want or we'll talk tomorrow. Maybe you had an extra "e" in there? my name is simon not simone. (Although... if I was a sexy French lady that would be a nice name!)
simon at vershke dot com
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 2, 2010 - 10:19pm PT
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My phone line is down;.....repair person coming tomorrow;....here is a pic of Jim and gang at the Gordon Ranch...
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GDavis
Social climber
SOL CAL
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"So I guess we should exchange some information... I was driving the tricycle when Ron in the red wagon ran right through the red light and hit Tucker in the monster truck. I am clearly not at fault here, so I see no need to get the authorities involved..."
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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That's hoe down, not Ho down. Shindig, party, get together, happening, gathering,scene, or simply "the hawk, the beast, the bull."
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 3, 2010 - 11:18am PT
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Same as it ever was....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 4, 2010 - 02:35am PT
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Jim climbing on Jan 1st, 2010.....on a first ascent in Joshua Tree, Ca.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 5, 2010 - 02:21am PT
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Resting up for the Bridwellfest......
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 6, 2010 - 02:51am PT
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Rick A
climber
Boulder, Colorado
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I still can't believe that the weekend chosen is the one weekend this spring that I am unable to make it out there. I will be there in spirit, though.
This is shaping up to be the mother of all ST parties and is the perfect way to honor Jim, whose legacy spans the decades from the 60's to the present.
Todd, thanks for doing this. I will certainly send a check and urge everyone else to dig deep to do so. A climber of Jim's stature would be a national hero in Europe, able to live comfortably on his reputation. We can't change how our culture chooses its sports stars, but we who know the history of American climbing can show that we appreciate Jim's contribution by helping him out here.
Rick
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 7, 2010 - 06:53pm PT
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Getting close to our first $1000......I am confident we can reach our goal;...thanks so far for the help....we have until April 24th........I'm sending letters off to the climbing industy to step it out and throw it down for The Bird.....I'm sure many will chip in to help out. Thanks....
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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And the commemorative shirt will be STELLAR!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 7, 2010 - 07:15pm PT
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If you can't make it to the Bridwellfest, buy a commerative shirt to support the Bridwells;....If you can make it to the Bridwellfest, buy a commerative shirt to support the Bridwells. Either way,...buy a t-shirt to support the Bridwells.......Everyone loves a new t-shirt...(Everyone loves Raymond and bacon too...). (t-shirts still in the design and production stage....but stay tuned and soon you can order yours!)...thanks...
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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I need to email John to see if he'll be making it out from LA.
I'm gonna one up the fish quality at the last (for Roy).
I gotta get my chops down again... I think next year I'm going to set up a Sushi By Nature tent at the Tucson Gem and Mineral show. Going big time....
So... again... who's Jim climbing with on the Sunday after the event? The sushi chef? ;-)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 8, 2010 - 10:41pm PT
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Here is a cool thing that is being done to raise some more money for Jim;...excellent, Bravo, and awesome. It's a copy of Meyer's Yosemite Climber w/alot of cool signitures in it...then it will be sold or auctioned off and the money goes to Jim.......way cool ...check it out.....
http://www.yosemiteclimber.blogspot.com
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 10, 2010 - 03:09am PT
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Updated list;
1. Jim Bridwell
2. Todd Gordon
3. Tucker Tech
4. Captain...or Skully
5. Lynne Leichtfuss
6. F10
7. Skeptimistic
8. Robert Fonda
9. Ron Gomez
10. Cracko
11. Bullwinkle
12. DEE (Dave Ernest Evans)
13. Cynthia L
14. G.Davis
15-19 Cal Celts (5 piece ragaae/ska band)
20. Nature (Sushi master)
21. Norm Miller (Dallas, Tx.)
22. Locker
23. Pat Dennis
24. Frank Bentwood
25. Ryan Rothacher
26. Resa Ashbachar
27. Beth Shilliday
28. Steve (Cho)
29. Tom Murphy
30. Larry (Larabee AKA Larry Loads)
31. John Frericks
32. Dana Eubanks
33. Tim S (troutboy)
34. Jim Donini
35. Guy Keesee
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 10, 2010 - 03:14am PT
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Updated Funds list (Feb. 1st to April 24th)
1. Todd Gordon $100 donation
2. Ihateplastic t-shirt donations
3. G Davis one pair new climbing shoes donation
4. Cracko $500 (and more before Feb. 1st...)
5. Al Sanderson $250
6. Tim Schafstall $25
7. Marty George Myers Book with signitures (auction $?)
8. Pat Dennis Pitons to sell/auction
9. Larry (the lion tamer) "loads" Larabee $100 donation
10.Donini $500 climbing day pledge with Jim
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Fluoride
Trad climber
Hollywood, CA
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Feb 10, 2010 - 06:18am PT
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I'm 100% in.
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Cuckawalla
Trad climber
Grand Junction, CO
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Feb 10, 2010 - 10:11am PT
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Anyone coming from Colorado or East of Colorado that I could grab a ride with and split some gas? Would love to attend!
-Jesse
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 11, 2010 - 10:21pm PT
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 12, 2010 - 11:34am PT
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Shirt design almost finished. I might be adding a nice piece of art from one of our own, so waiting to see if that will happen. If not, it will still be THE shirt to have!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 12, 2010 - 12:38pm PT
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Working towards our goal of $10,000 by April 24th, we are offering a big wall metal set, probably for collecting, but if you want to hammer these into the stone (their actual intended use...)...go for it. The set has 6 items.....one RURP, on Z pin, one baby angle, on fat LA, one standard angle, and one sawed off. 4 of the 6 are signed by Jim. I would like to get $100 , or higher is anyone is willing to chip in more (once again...). Today is Friday;...highest bid on Sunday night 10 PM is in ....(I will try to be prompt with the deadline). Your chance to help out the Bridwells, help us get closer to our goal, and to own a piece (actually pieces ) of climbing history. (I have 3 sets of these....this is set one)....With your help, the help of the climbing industry, we can reach our goal by April 24th. (You will be getting that tax return soon;...time to throw it down for The Bird)....and this would make a great Valentine's gift for your sweetheart.....nothing says " I love you " quite like some big wall iron.....thanks Todd Gordon
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 12, 2010 - 12:49pm PT
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Can't wait to see the Bridwellfest t-shirt design;....the new rage of the fashion world......
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 12, 2010 - 01:05pm PT
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I have e-mailed my measly starting bid... I am sure I will not be getting these ☃...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 13, 2010 - 12:35am PT
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Went to the Bridwell residence last night;....Jim gave me some slides to post and share between now and April 24th......I'm sure you will enjoy them. Greg Epperson is scanning them for me to post .......(thanks, Greg...)......hope many of you can come April 24th to see an old friend or meet "the living legend".....
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Feb 13, 2010 - 12:50am PT
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Todd-
Iff'n you could get someone to get someone to make some really good quality prints of those slides you could make some sales. Tried to make it out for the 14th thingy, but after 4 hours and only making 50 miles I came home. Forgot it was a holiday weekend. I hate SoCal traffic....
Edit: is there an auction here? I pledge $200 for whatever it is.
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 13, 2010 - 01:14am PT
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well, I'm outbid... knew it would happen.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 13, 2010 - 10:20am PT
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$200 for johntp is the top bid. Thanks once again for stepping up. With johntp and the likes of him, we shall reach our goal. (Bidding open until sunday night.....Valentine roses, chocolates, or Bridwell's iron........I think it's a no-brainer....)......
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Feb 13, 2010 - 10:33pm PT
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Todd- I think with a little lubrication tonight, my bid will (Bridwell?) not hold. Hope ya'll are groovin' and enjoying the warm temps.
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larabee
Trad climber
Cottonwood Arizona
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Feb 14, 2010 - 03:56pm PT
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Ok Todd I'm There...and Jon if he knows what's good for him. We'll be out again this weekend climbing so if a 100 bucks will help sooner than April I'll drop it buy but if not you can count on April 24th...I think you no my track record eh and it would be and honor to help Jim....See you soon....623-455-2616.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 14, 2010 - 06:52pm PT
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Wouldn't be a party w/out "Loads".....thanks, and see you April 24th or earlier, if you wanna stop by and say hello......Party down, and get Frericks to join in.....(...Larry "has a friend" who actually fell on the window pane pitch of Ten Carrot......ever wonder if anyone has ever fallen on this run out pitch...the answer is yes....)...
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flak
Social climber
confusion
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Feb 15, 2010 - 01:51am PT
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I have a novel idea. Why doesn't Bridwell get a job? no really Mcdonalds is hiring.
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Feb 15, 2010 - 02:18am PT
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That photo of Jim captures a moment in time in so many ways. More please....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 15, 2010 - 02:31am PT
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Johntp;...once again;..you are The Man for the pins....let me know what you wish to do...thanks for always coming through............................................................................... As for Jim and his work;...I have a college degree and a full time professional job, and I am circling the drain financially;.....I doubt if a minimum wage job would help Jim and his family at this point in time.....but thanks for the suggestion;.....I'll run the McDonald's idea past him and see what he thinks......(great first post too , flako.......proud....)......maybe fat people should quit eating so much , smokers should quit smoking, and drug addicts should clean up too......or maybe it might be a wee bit more complicated than that.......
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mucci
Trad climber
The pitch of Bagalaar above you
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Feb 15, 2010 - 02:40am PT
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^^^^BWHAAAHAHAHAHHAAHHAAH!!!@1211!!
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mountain dog
Trad climber
over the hills and far away
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Feb 15, 2010 - 02:55am PT
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Todd Gordon respect to you, I'm not going to say my name here, (plenty of hints for people who know me), But I took a few showers and ate a few meals (cooked by Grant) at your place. Tucker beat me in chess in about 10 moves a couple times. You put up the sh#t in Josh. You are PROUD. AND SO IS THE BIRD!!!
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flak
Social climber
confusion
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Feb 15, 2010 - 11:55am PT
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so the amount of time I can waste on supertopos validates or negates my opinion. Bridwell needs to grow up get a job.
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habitat
climber
grass pass
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Feb 15, 2010 - 12:59pm PT
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We all contribute in our own way. For some that is simply being an inspiration to others....by chosing a unique path, not one dictated by a society with values many of us question...
Showing us all that there are alternatives, there are options....to how we live our life...if even for a short while....
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Toker Villain
Big Wall climber
Toquerville, Utah
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Feb 15, 2010 - 01:25pm PT
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flak is right!
What a deadbeat that Bird is!
And then there's that other guy out in Arizona, Layton-something, just sucking on the public teat, using medicare to relax in a dialysis clinic three times a week.
These people need to DO something.
Sheesh.
(anybody else know the etymology of the word FLAK?)
Actually I think Jim would make a terrific guest commentator on Fox, and I suggested to Flouride that she ask a few contacts, but she never answered back.
I think its about time that the mainstream had a name that they associate with american rockclimbing, and rumor has it that Jim has a few credentials in that regard,...
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Toker Villain
Big Wall climber
Toquerville, Utah
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Feb 15, 2010 - 04:50pm PT
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Warren joked about a rest home for climbers, but he may have just been ahead of his time,...
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Feb 15, 2010 - 04:54pm PT
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etymology for flak: anti weapon, opposition. Jim, a commentator on Fox???? Oh god have some mercy, some of my favorite conversation with Jim on the phone are about "politics". I love his enlightenment on the subject!
Peace
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Feb 15, 2010 - 10:15pm PT
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Don't feed or react to the trolls. Do not let this get off topic!
Todd; I'm a thinking of being back in JT in couple o' weeks. I'll pick up the gear then or get back to you otherwise. Thanks for what you are doing.
ihateplastic- wanna split these pieces? I'll send you a PM.
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 15, 2010 - 10:44pm PT
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Johntp... I will await your message with baited breath...
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Feb 16, 2010 - 11:21am PT
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Alright... now that SushiFest Cochise 2010 is over I can start to think about Sushi at Todds....
no... wait... maybe ill do that tomorrow.
johntp... can you get fish from LA and bring it?
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Feb 16, 2010 - 09:02pm PT
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nature-
If I'm still here I definitely will. Gonna have to wait until we are closer to the event. My job situation is pretty tenuous right now, so I'm not sure where I'll be at the end of April.
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troutboy
Trad climber
Newark, DE
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Feb 17, 2010 - 10:55am PT
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It looks like I'll be in Dublin, CA for work in that timeframe, so count me in !
I am assuming finding someone to climb with will not be an issue ?
Tim S.
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Feb 17, 2010 - 01:13pm PT
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Still in Patagonia until the 19th. of Feb. JT is hard on my fingertips but I'll be there for Jim.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Feb 17, 2010 - 01:16pm PT
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Jim glad you'll be there! it will be a great gathering. Troutboy, finding a partner won't be an issue, look me up and you can climb with us or we'll get you hooked up.
Peace
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 17, 2010 - 01:20pm PT
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Shirts will be ready for pre-order this coming weekend! Buy early and buy often cuz they will be a few bucks more at the event!
Artwork and pricing should be posted on Friday...
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 17, 2010 - 01:23pm PT
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By the way... TODD... check you e-mail
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 17, 2010 - 11:15pm PT
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 18, 2010 - 12:47am PT
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Looks like Jim is getting ready for the BridwellFest '10! So many notes to write...
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Feb 18, 2010 - 08:50am PT
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We have to get the Bird flying (climbing) again. Seems to me that before I left for Patagonia there was ST talk about a couple of us climbing with Jim for a day. I pledged $500 and someone else ponied up for a thousand. Can we resurrect this for the 24th? Back in the States tomorrow is Sarah Palin still alive?
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 18, 2010 - 10:48am PT
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Yes Jim, Palin is still alive but she is pissed at Fox TV's The Family Guy because they made fun of her and her Down's Syndrome child, Algebra (or is it Trig?)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 18, 2010 - 10:53am PT
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Donini;...let's get a day climbing with Bridwell;.....the gentleman who has pledged $1000, has already paid up the money;...so it's a done deal;we just need to pick a day....let's pick a day .....and go;....but not really the 24th;..because Jim will be selling some of his climbing gear that day;........let's pick a day that's good for Jim, you, and this other gentleman......and thanks for your pledge too.....let's party...(I've gone climbing with Jim twice in the last few months, and we are going again for the Woodson gig....and then with you and Bob at Joshua Tree in April....so Bridwell in back on the stone.....a great spinoff from this connection of people to help the Bridwells out...)....
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 18, 2010 - 11:55am PT
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Todd... as you promised, another great shot of Jim!
I will be in touch today with the other ideas I had. I had another great one last night!
I have pre-loaded all the shirt information on my site and I just need to add photos of the shirt, etc. and it will be live tonight!
So, who owns jimbridwell.com? Right now there is just a NIAD pic on that site and none of the links work. I did a "whois" search and it came back with nothing useful. Does Jim own that? Anyone know?
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Double D
climber
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Feb 18, 2010 - 12:25pm PT
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Todd, I will try and sort through the 1,500 scanned images I have of Jim's photos to see what we can scare up for the event.
Thanks for all of your time and gifts that you've given to both Jim and the climbing communtiy at large.
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guyman
Trad climber
Moorpark, CA.
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Feb 18, 2010 - 12:48pm PT
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Todd.... I will see you the 24th.....
It will be a pleasure to have a "old skool climbers party"
Again at your home.....
guy keesee
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 19, 2010 - 04:14am PT
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DoubleD....post up some of them images.......we want to see them...
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 19, 2010 - 11:13am PT
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Shirts will be "live" for purchase by tonight! Just doing some tweaking to get things just right.
To repeat, who owns jimbridwell.com? Anyone know? Anyone on here?
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Feb 19, 2010 - 11:15am PT
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Macintosh-3:~ doug$ whois jimbridwell.com
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Registrant:
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Rose, Ken kennepal@hotmail.com
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looks like someone named Ken Rose
if you are planning to run a website for jim talked to me. I've got a place we could put it at no cost to anyone.
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 19, 2010 - 11:56am PT
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Thanks Nature... looks like your "whois" is better than my "whois." I only got the generic stuff with no tech contacts.
So who is this guy? Anyone know him personally?
I'll drop you a letter later to explain...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 20, 2010 - 03:53am PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 20, 2010 - 02:40pm PT
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Updated Funds list (Feb. 1st to April 24th)
1. Todd Gordon $100 donation
2. Ihateplastic t-shirt donations
3. G Davis one pair new climbing shoes donation
4. Cracko $500 (and more before Feb. 1st...)
5. Al Sanderson $250
6. Tim Schafstall $25
7. Marty George Myers Book with signitures (auction $?)
8. Pat Dennis Pitons to sell/auction
9. Larry (the lion tamer) "loads" Larabee $100 donation
10. Donini $500 climbing day pledge with Jim
11. R. Harrison pair of climbing shoes, 2 harnesses, $100 cash
12. Mountain Gear Steve Williams Petzel Corax II harness
13 Dave Katz 2 copies of " Getting High in LA" out of print guides
14. Paul Addison $100 donation pledge
15. Roy Lenzo $100-150 donation
16. Eric Perlman Master's of Stone DVD set for auction/sale
17. R. Accamazzo $500 donation
18. M. Chessler $2000 donation pledge (w/some book signings)
19. M. Clemmons $500 donation
20. D. Eubanks $150 donation
21. Johntp $200 (and much more before our starting date...)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 20, 2010 - 02:46pm PT
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Updated list
1. Jim Bridwell
2. Todd Gordon
3. Tucker Tech
4. Captain...or Skully
5. Lynne Leichtfuss
6. F10
7. Skeptimistic
8. Robert Fonda
9. Ron Gomez
10. Cracko
11. Bullwinkle
12. DEE (Dave Ernest Evans)
13. Cynthia L
14. G.Davis
15-19 Cal Celts (5 piece ragaae/ska band)
20. Nature (Sushi master)
21. Norm Miller (Dallas, Tx.)
22. Locker
23. Pat Dennis
24. Frank Bentwood
25. Ryan Rothacher
26. Resa Ashbachar
27. Beth Shilliday
28. Steve (Cho)
29. Tom Murphy
30. Larry (Larabee AKA Larry Loads)
31. John Frericks
32. Dana Eubanks
33. Tim S (troutboy)
34. Jim Donini
35. Guy Keesee
36. Bob Gaines
37. Kirschen Katz
38. Dave Katz
39. Rich Bararra
40. Gina Bararra
41. Joe (Santa Cruz)
42. Mooch
43. Mrs. Mooch
44. Paul Addison
45. Mrs. P.Addison
46. Derick Reinig
47. Yolonda
48. Ashley Pangborn
49. Sarah Alexander
50. Peter Mayfield
51. Charlie Kable
52. Tony Zeek
53. Karl Zeek
54. Kevin Powell
55. Will Cassalaro
56. Stephanie Cassalaro
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 20, 2010 - 02:48pm PT
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Feb 20, 2010 - 05:16pm PT
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Hey Todd is that Dana Eubanks from Big Wall Dana in Yosemite maybe late 70's or 80's??? I think I went to high school with Dana, hope it's the same one, will be cool to see him.
Peace
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 20, 2010 - 06:17pm PT
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Same one, Ron;......his cousins, who I know well, live in Yucca Valley;.....Dana has done all the hardest routes on El Cap and Half Dome.....and why not...
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Feb 20, 2010 - 07:33pm PT
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Way cool, yeah I went to high school with him in Irivne class of 76. Tried emailing him today but got a failure notice on the address I had on him. We'll have a good laugh, we "played" football together and even then he was a small tough little ass, think he was a receiver, I played back. If you talk with him or his cousins, shoot him my info,,,,if you have it Todd.
Peace
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Toker Villain
Big Wall climber
Toquerville, Utah
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Feb 20, 2010 - 08:04pm PT
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Now that Alexander Haig is dead isn't Bridwell "now in control here"?
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Feb 20, 2010 - 08:49pm PT
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ihateplastic-
care to post a link to the t-shirt site?
Todd, those photos are great!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 20, 2010 - 11:58pm PT
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Feb 21, 2010 - 12:11am PT
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Todd- the photos are sweet. care to share the stories behind them?
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 21, 2010 - 12:28am PT
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Jim just gave me a bunch of slides;....I really don't know anything about them,.....except some of the SW ones, which I recognize...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 21, 2010 - 12:30am PT
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 21, 2010 - 12:31am PT
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I have been up since 05:00 acting in a commercial for a new X-Box game about zombies. The location had zero phone/Internet access so I could not upload as I had hoped.
Give me one more day and I will post the link. Everything is ready to go except the final colors on the artwork. Sunday (Monday at the absolute latest!)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 22, 2010 - 12:40am PT
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Dave and Kirschen Katz will be setting up a tequila bar;..for those interested........and remember;...this is a party for Jim Bridwell;...not Martha Stewert;........( Please drink irresponsibly....but do not drive.....).......
(taken from google images)
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 22, 2010 - 12:48am PT
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Okay, the shirt art is up on the storefront so start yer ordering!
REMINDER!!!! This will be a LIMITED EDITION shirt. Once BridwellFest '10 is over I will remove the shirts from sale and destroy the artwork. Order now or cry later. The choice is yours. Funds go to help Jim.
While you are there, check out the other cool shirts!
WIENIE ROAST (one and 2-color)
FACELIFT '09 (Funds go to the YCA.
CASTLE ROCK SPIRE
RUSSIAN ELECTROCUTION
and more to come this week!
Starting in 2010 we are donating 10% of our pre-tax profit (the lawyers said we had to write it that way) to the Yosemite Climbing Association and YOSAR. Other big corporations donate 1% and many do nothing but we like to think a bit bigger than that. (Exceptions to this rule are shirts produced for specific fund-raising events such as Facelift and BridwellFest '10)
And remember... Always FREE SHIPPING and NO TAX!
http://www.shop.vershke.com/category.sc?categoryId=3
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 22, 2010 - 01:25am PT
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Awesome;..the t-shirts look great;...I'm going to order one for myself, and one for my wife.....remember, .....most of the profits from these shirts go to Jim and his family, and towards reaching our $10,000 goal......thanks to Simon and his t-shirt company for stepping up to help out.....so ponie up, get you Bridwellfest t-shirt, wear it proud, help out Jim, and wear it to the Bridwellfest;....order early so the shirt is all weathered and been at the crags many days by April 24th......It would be cool to post a pic of you in your Bridwellfest t-shirt at the crags or ot about town........so let's make it happen, flip one for The Bird, and get yourself and your sweetheart a Bridwellfest t-shirt.......thanks
Get these guys into Bridwellfest t-shirts;......
(Google images)
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Captain...or Skully
Social climber
Last clip of Lichen Lunch
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Feb 22, 2010 - 08:56am PT
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Hey, Simon....Were you a zombie or a victim of zombies?
Just wonderin'........Yay, Birdfest!
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Feb 22, 2010 - 10:18am PT
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Yeah can't wait to get mine, just ordered one!
Peace
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 23, 2010 - 03:31am PT
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(google images)
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 23, 2010 - 03:24pm PT
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Cap'n... I was, "man in diner." (Notice, one "n".) I read my menu and drank my tea while odd people walked around me. I never fail to be amazed at how effin slow Hollywood is.
Call time: 07:45
Actual camera time: 17:30!
Ten hours of watching a young director do 12+ takes of EACH scene! You could see cast and crew ready to go zombie on his arse!
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Joe
Social climber
Santa Cruz Mountains/Los Gatos
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Feb 23, 2010 - 07:22pm PT
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this is so great you're doing this Todd.
I'm there. if for any reason I can't be, I'll mail a check.
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Feb 23, 2010 - 10:31pm PT
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Looking Good!
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 23, 2010 - 11:22pm PT
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Someone asked me why there was "that weird color stuff" inside the letters. Well, Bridwell without paisley is like Yabo with a clean shirt and a wallet full of Benjamins.
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Feb 23, 2010 - 11:58pm PT
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After the plane crash.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 24, 2010 - 10:10am PT
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 24, 2010 - 10:21am PT
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Mike, I played with that apostrophe both ways and am still hanging on the final decision. It looks cool being a bit different but there is a part of me that insists on correct punctuation. We shall see where I end up.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 24, 2010 - 11:06am PT
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We are brothers and we come from Czechoslovakia....We are two wild and crazy guys;....we to you want to party at the Bridwellfest with some hot chicks.....
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Joe
Social climber
Santa Cruz Mountains/Los Gatos
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Feb 24, 2010 - 11:49am PT
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I bet those two will get all of the attention from the 'hot chicks'. And deservedly so.
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mooch
Trad climber
Old Climbers' Home (Adopted)
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Feb 24, 2010 - 12:29pm PT
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I'm there!!
I'll see if I can drag Mrs. Mooch out there too.
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Feb 24, 2010 - 05:54pm PT
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eKat
I've got a pair that I wore over my
Galibier Makalu's. . .
Gave the boots to Pakistan via the American Alpine Club
after the terrible earthquake there some years back. . .
but kept the gaiters. . .
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 25, 2010 - 02:00am PT
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addiroid
Big Wall climber
Long Beach, CA
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Feb 25, 2010 - 02:28am PT
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I'm in. Do you possibly have a non-profit set up so those of us with corporations can write this as a charitable donation? That might help increase the fundage. But even so, we all owe Jim for what he has done for climbing. I'll be there with the wife and a donation worthy of the impact he has had on my life, write-off or not.
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Strider
Trad climber
one of god's mountain temples....
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Feb 25, 2010 - 04:47am PT
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Simon,
You going to do the Bridwell design as a poster or just a tshirt?
-n
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Feb 25, 2010 - 11:45pm PT
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The pic two back. Does that whammer look familiar?
Thanks for the photos Todd. If you will be around on Sunday I'll drop by in the morning to pick up (and pay for) the pins.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 25, 2010 - 11:48pm PT
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I'll be around in the AM until about 8:30.....we are going climbing;..if you wish to join us...we will be climbing on Sunday;....let me know....thanks..........(Do those red pants make Jim's butt look big?..)....
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 25, 2010 - 11:53pm PT
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Strider... there is a poster in the works as well as drinking glasses!
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Feb 26, 2010 - 12:08am PT
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Todd-
Too funny! I'll roll by your place in the AM on Sunday. Looking forward to the photo ops of the clouds in JT as the rain rolls through.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 26, 2010 - 05:02am PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 27, 2010 - 07:11am PT
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Feb 27, 2010 - 02:16pm PT
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bump
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 27, 2010 - 04:27pm PT
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Feb 27, 2010 - 04:31pm PT
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Flattering!
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 27, 2010 - 04:56pm PT
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What's up with the arrow? Aren't a couple of RURPs enough?
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 27, 2010 - 10:47pm PT
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Jim; a friend to many ...indeed...
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Feb 28, 2010 - 12:32am PT
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Man, Todd.
Wish I could be there.
He's done so much. . .
and his work with Ned Gillette in the Himalaya. . .
Unbelievable. . .
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hamie
Social climber
Thekoots
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Feb 28, 2010 - 01:24am PT
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Several years ago there was a thread on ST by someone who claimed to be collecting stories for a full length biography of Jim. This was after Jim's book "Climbing Adventures--A Climber's Passion" had been published. It was a good thread, with all the old stories told again. Does anyone know what happened to the planned book? Was it just a troll? A complete bio would be an inspiring read, and it sounds as if Jim could use some royalties. H.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 28, 2010 - 01:29am PT
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Jim is presently working on his autobiography;.....it should be an awesome read and a most incrediable story, told by The Man himself......(ask him about it at Bridwellfest...)...
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Maysho
climber
Soda Springs, CA
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Feb 28, 2010 - 08:33am PT
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Hey I took those last three photos (the ones on Half Dome, not the patagonia pic) a little photo credit plug!!
Thanks Todd for organizing this event. I will surely be there, will have to hire someone to run my Earth Day Booth, but well worth it.
Climb-The-Earth Day, at Bridwell Fest!!
Peter
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Tarbuster
climber
right here, right now
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Feb 28, 2010 - 09:55am PT
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Mike O’Donnell on Bridwell:
I was at a party last night and spent some time with Mike O'Donnell and John Sherman.
I hadn't seen Mike now for a handful of years; he was pretty distraught over Bridwell's situation, and had previously kicked in some financial support.
We spent some time catching up, ruminating over this whole fraternity thing that we all share which runs so deep.
Michael highlighted the strength of the memories and the simplicity of times and he told some terrifically animated stories.
After Mike had climbed the Pacific Ocean Wall, Bridwell approached him (they hadn't yet met)... "You put any mustaches on my Mona Lisa ???"
"You're talking about bolts..."
Mike went on to explain a particular spot were a flake was completely gone and yes he put in one bolt.
To which Bridwell responded dryly, but not without a certain warmness: "good for you, I would've done the same".
Mike's got so many great stories; Sherman and I told him to write them down.
I thought about this for a moment and said: "actually half of it is in the delivery".
Oral histories are great to capture whenever we can.
So much of life is fluid and the pearls are in the happening; much admiration, respect and thanks to the heroes such as The Bird, who inspire us to plunge for the goods.
Nice job on the T-shirt Simon: I love the art work.
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Feb 28, 2010 - 01:56pm PT
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I have a Bird story from when I was a wee 14 year old and I encountered Jim, Dale, Werner, Graham, Kauk, Largo and others in a group. However, I will save that for the Fest (I am trying hard to make it) in hopes of telling it in person.
Thanks Tarbuster!
Remember boys and girls, I am destroying the artwork after the Fest so there will be no shirts available after the date. It will absolutely be a collector's item! So far I have received orders from Spain, UK, Poland, and Japan as well as Canada and, of course, the US.
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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I made an important change to the store today so now Bridwell shirts are available for all overseas customers! So all you folks in the UK, Italy, Nairobi and Bora Bora have a part of history!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 1, 2010 - 07:55pm PT
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(borrowed from the internet)...
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Hey Todd,
The money part off my donation is in the mail... Shirts, etc. out later this week.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 3, 2010 - 01:09am PT
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Updated guest list
1. Jim Bridwell
2. Todd Gordon
3. Tucker Tech
4. Captain...or Skully
5. Lynne Leichtfuss
6. F10
7. Skeptimistic
8. Robert Fonda
9. Ron Gomez
10. Cracko
11. Bullwinkle
12. DEE (Dave Ernest Evans)
13. Cynthia L
14. G.Davis
15-19 Cal Celts (5 piece ragaae/ska band)
20. Nature (Sushi master)
21. Norm Miller (Dallas, Tx.)
22. Locker
23. Pat Dennis
24. Frank Bentwood
25. Ryan Rothacher
26. Resa Ashbachar
27. Beth Shilliday
28. Steve (Cho)
29. Tom Murphy
30. Larry (Larabee AKA Larry Loads)
31. John Frericks
32. Dana Eubanks
33. Tim S (troutboy)
34. Jim Donini
35. Guy Keesee
36. Bob Gaines
37. Kirschen Katz
38. Dave Katz
39. Rich Bararra
40. Gina Bararra
41. Joe (Santa Cruz)
42. Mooch
43. Mrs. Mooch
44. Paul Addison
45. Mrs. P.Addison
46. Derick Reinig
47. Yolonda
48. Ashley Pangborn
49. Sarah Alexander
50. Peter Mayfield
51. Charlie Kable
52. Tony Zeek
53. Karl Zeek
54. Kevin Powell
55. Will Cassalaro
56. Stephanie Cassalaro
57. Spencer Lennard
58. Tashina
59. Al Perry
60. Denise
61. Karl Bab
62. Pete (Palm Springs)
63. Katie (Palm Springs)
64. Mark Hoffman
65. Dave Cox
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 3, 2010 - 01:11am PT
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Updated funds list...
1. Todd Gordon $100 donation
2. Ihateplastic t-shirt sales profit donations
3. G Davis one pair new climbing shoes donation
4. Cracko $500 (and more before Feb. 1st...)
5. Al Sanderson $250
6. Tim Schafstall $25
7. Marty George Myers Book with signitures (auction $?)
8. Pat Dennis Pitons to sell/auction
9. Larry (the lion tamer) "loads" Larabee $100 donation
10. Donini $500 climbing day pledge with Jim
11. R. Harrison pair of climbing shoes, 2 harnesses, $100 cash
12 Dave Katz 2 copies of " Getting High in LA" out of print guides
13. Paul Addison $100 donation pledge
14. Roy Lenzo $100-150 donation
15. Eric Perlman Master's of Stone DVD set for auction/sale
16. Anonymous $500 donation
17. M. Chessler $2000 donation pledge (w/some book signings)
18. M. Clemmons $500 donation
19. D. Eubanks $250 donation
20. Johntp $200 (and much more before our starting date...)
21. Five Ten $200 donation
22. 100 Euros ($138 US) (paypal deposit)
23. Eric Kohl cool pic for Jim, Graham, and Worral on Free Blast donation for sale or auction
24. Kurt Smith gear donations for sale or auction
25. Sarah Alexander 50% of new sales donated to Jim http://sohappypet.com/community/Bridwell.html
Thank you
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 4, 2010 - 01:42am PT
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(borrowed from the internet)
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Karl Baba
Trad climber
Yosemite, Ca
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Looks like I might be in Josh around that time until early May. I'll stay in touch!
Look forward to seeing some of you then!
Peace
Karl
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 4, 2010 - 10:06pm PT
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(borrowed from the internet)
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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See you all there!!!
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Nice picture. I don't see Largo or Dale on the guest list, I hope they can make it.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Yo Todd, Noted that guests #15-19 are a reggae/ska band. Dudes still showin'? Hopin'. :D lynnie
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 6, 2010 - 10:15am PT
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Can you tell which one is Jim?....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 6, 2010 - 01:52pm PT
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(google images)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 6, 2010 - 08:23pm PT
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I ordered 2 Bridwellfest t-shirts......I hope some of you are ordering these shirts to 1) help out Jim, Peggy, and Layton 2) To look cool and hip. There will be a prize offered soon for the coolest picture taken and posted of someone modeling the Bridwellfest shirt.....so best get your shirt ASAP......link to t-shirts.......http://www.shop.vershke.com/category.sc?categoryId=3
(google images)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 6, 2010 - 08:46pm PT
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We are doing very will towards reaching our $10,000 goal;...thanks for all the help. If any of you have anything you would like to donate to the Bridwellfest for sale or auction....please sent to Todd Gordon P.O. 138 Joshua Tree, Ca. 92252 If you are a guidebook author and can donate a few of your masterpieces....please do. If you make anything cool, especially climbing related, and would like to share, and it's something that we could sell or auction off....that would be great. If you have some cool historic or awesome climbing goodies you wish to part with for sale or auction.....we would love it. Anything that doesn't get sold at Bridwellfest, we will sell afterwards on ebay or supertopo.....Lots of people have really stepped up to bat for Jim and his family;.....it's awesome...and I am sure, with the way things are going, that we will reach our goal. Most of all, try to attend;...if you can. I am looking forward to the Bridwellfest and seeing the climbing community join together once again...and to help a friend out who is in need. It's a win, win, win, situation the way I look at it.....and the Bridwellfest will be a gas. I am presently trying very hard to make the guest list include (hopefully) an equal representation of the climbing community.....(meaning more younger people and more females.....not just 50 year old gray-haired yuppie has-beens like myself and my generation..)....help me to really make this event a great event for the climbing world.....and not just a sausage-fest of alcoholic baby-boomers..............thanks, and as April 24th gets closer, make a date to attend, contribute, and party like the rock star that you are.
google images
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Todd (and friends), thanks for all the work. I hope to be there, but at the moment it's unsure.
It may help to post a list of things that are being auctioned, before the event, together with the minimum/suggested price. People then know what's available, and how much money to bring. It's also simpler if people collect their wins and pay on the spot, rather than by cheque or IOU.
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Hoffbrow
Trad climber
California
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Hello Todd. Put me on the list for Saturday.
Mark Hoffmann
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Joe
Social climber
Santa Cruz Mountains/Los Gatos
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not just 50 year old gray-haired yuppie has-beens
geez, nothing like getting called on it
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 6, 2010 - 09:37pm PT
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I've listed the $ and stuff donated so far;....but Jim will have pretty much all his climbing gear for sale;...it's an amazing collection of historic and collectable and well as modern usuable gear, books, boots, clothing, inventions, and wild/wierd stuff;...this is how we will meet our goal....I'll try to post some of it as April 24th gets near...but it's alot of stuff;.....stuff that climbers will really enjoy, appreciate, and get wet over. Jim is pretty reasonable and fair with his prices too;...seems like everyone gets the "bro" deal....for all climbers are his "bros"....so yeah;....anything and everything from a half century of rad cutting edge climbing around the world...it will be quite a sight and a most awesome collection;...all for sale....and all prices negotiable;....just argue, bang it out, and barter with The Bird himself....and I'm sure you can get something cool to remember the day and event by....either something to collect or something to use on your next VI 5.12 R A5+ climb......and after you are done shopping at Bridwellmart.....get a gut full of suds, check out Jim's slideshow or dvd presentation, and then party your ass off to a super awesome band........see some of your old buddies, and meet new ones.....and then go climbing the next day on Sunday...all hung-over and wasted.....it's just slab climbing on low angle dummy domes;...so you will be alright....
Here is some of the stuff that will be for sale at close out prices...(if you want the Ranger;....he's extra.....)..this is just a small pile;....you will see....
(...and Joe;.....I want to see you there;.....and maybe we can't climb like we are 20 years old anymore...but we can still party and throw it down.......let's show these young local-hopefuls that us old folk are still alive, kicking, and getting up in your grill if you don't know how to party....)...
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Mike-
If you are going maybe you can hand off the hammer to Nature at the Bridwellfest. He's got to have some cans to flatten somewhere. If not now, he'll shirley have a few when he gets off zod.
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Pointman
Big Wall climber
Newark, California
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Wow, Great Timing.............was just hunting down my old buds from the early to later 60's with Jim highly on my mind. Glad you appraised me of the shin-dig upcoming. Strange happenings, I have him on my mind and seems he's in a bit of a bind these days. How about emailing me the exact address, and general times so I might find a reason to shoot down and say hello. Please don't make me read the whole thread. Pointman07@Aol.Com or Pointman007@Comcast.Com. Gots to love a party : ) Only been, ohhhhhhh, bout 45 years!! LOL!! take it light....Mike Kilmer Great site btw!!
a tidbit for the forum.......if seeing Jim, ask him about memories of practicing our direct aid when in high school, on trees down at the creek bed, running time trials, competing, practicing getting length between pin placements while, collecting dues to come up with gas money to shoot over to Pinnacles or up to Yosemite to jump on the real deal. Good Times!! : )
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 8, 2010 - 10:22am PT
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google images
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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bump for the Bird
Peace
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 10, 2010 - 03:27am PT
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(google images)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 10, 2010 - 10:05am PT
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Mar 10, 2010 - 12:15pm PT
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who's picking up the fish from LA? :-)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 12, 2010 - 06:22pm PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 13, 2010 - 10:50pm PT
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google images
Updated funds list...
1. Todd Gordon $100 donation
2. Ihateplastic t-shirt sales profit donations (http://www.shop.vershke.com/category.sc?categoryId=
3. G Davis one pair new climbing shoes donation
4. Cracko $500 (and more before Feb. 1st...)
5. Al Sanderson $250
6. Tim Schafstall $25
7. Marty George Myers Book with signitures (auction $?)
8. Pat Dennis Pitons to sell/auction
9. Larry (the lion tamer) "loads" Larabee $100 donation
10. Donini $500 climbing day pledge with Jim
11. R. Harrison pair of climbing shoes, 2 harnesses, $100 cash
12 Dave Katz 2 copies of " Getting High in LA" out of print guides
13. Paul Addison $100 donation pledge
14. Roy Lenzo $100-150 donation
15. Eric Perlman Master's of Stone DVD set for auction/sale
16. Anonymous $500 donation
17. M. Chessler $2000 donation pledge (w/some book signings)
18. M. Clemmons $500 donation
19. D. Eubanks $250 donation
20. Johntp $200 (and much more before our starting date...)
21. Five Ten $200 donation, plus a pair of shoes to sell or auction
22. 100 Euros ($138 US) (paypal deposit)
23. Eric Kohl cool pic for Jim, Graham, and Worral on Free Blast donation for sale or auction
24. Kurt Smith gear donations for sale or auction
25. Sarah Alexander 50% of new sales donated to Jim http://sohappypet.com/community/Bridwell.html
26. Ihateplastic (Simon) $50 donation (
http://www.shop.vershke.com/category.sc?categoryId=
27. Louie Anderson Some Riverside Quarry Guides to sell/auction
28. Woodson Shindig, Vertical holds Gym in San Diego raffle ticket sales and gear sales $700
29. Guido $100
30. Tripper Jack Marshall $100
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 13, 2010 - 10:55pm PT
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Updated guest list
1. Jim Bridwell
2. Todd Gordon
3. Tucker Tech
4. Captain...or Skully
5. Lynne Leichtfuss
6. F10
7. Skeptimistic
8. Robert Fonda
9. Ron Gomez
10. Cracko
11. Bullwinkle
12. DEE (Dave Ernest Evans)
13. Cynthia L
14. G.Davis
15-19 Cal Celts (5 piece ragaae/ska band)
20. Nature (Sushi master)
21. Norm Miller (Dallas, Tx.)
22. Locker
23. Pat Dennis
24. Frank Bentwood
25. Ryan Rothacher
26. Resa Ashbachar
27. Beth Shilliday
28. Steve (Cho)
29. Tom Murphy
30. Larry (Larabee AKA Larry Loads)
31. John Frericks
32. Dana Eubanks
33. Tim S (troutboy)
34. Jim Donini
35. Guy Keesee
36. Bob Gaines
37. Kirschen Katz
38. Dave Katz
39. Rich Bararra
40. Gina Bararra
41. Joe (Santa Cruz)
42. Mooch
43. Mrs. Mooch
44. Paul Addison
45. Mrs. P.Addison
46. Derick Reinig
47. Yolonda
48. Ashley Pangborn
49. Sarah Alexander
50. Peter Mayfield
51. Charlie Kable
52. Tony Zeek
53. Karl Zeek
54. Kevin Powell
55. Will Cassalaro
56. Stephanie Cassalaro
57. Spencer Lennard
58. Tashina
59. Al Perry
60. Denise
61. Karl Baba
62. Pete (Palm Springs)
63. Katie (Palm Springs)
64. Mark Hoffman
65. Dave Cox
66. David Bloom
67. Amanda Schlepp
68. Drew Schlepp
69. Stephanie Bussell
70. Justin Slagle
71. Milt Jones
72. Dan Zacks
73. Cindi Zacks
74. Sierra Zacks
75. Scott Cosgrove
76. Mighty Hiker
77. Johntp
78. Louie Anderson
79. Riley
80. Mike Rossner
81. Rosilyne Rossner
82. Harrison (H)
83. Dr. Sprock
84. Tim Heatherington
85. Nephew of Tim Heatherington
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 14, 2010 - 03:08am PT
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google images
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 15, 2010 - 03:28am PT
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Mar 15, 2010 - 07:09pm PT
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Bump for the Bird!
Peace
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Mar 15, 2010 - 07:46pm PT
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Any minute now someone is going to push Jim and he will fall backward over that guy! Oh what fun to be a jokester!
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Mar 15, 2010 - 07:53pm PT
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Johnpt coming out from LA? do we know yet?
I need someone to pick up a huge box of fishes in LA.
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Cracko
Trad climber
Quartz Hill, California
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Mar 15, 2010 - 07:57pm PT
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Nature,
I might be able to help you. I'm not too far away. Let me know
Cracko
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 15, 2010 - 08:32pm PT
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Mar 16, 2010 - 12:00am PT
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nature-
fish will be there. let's give it a few weeks and see what they have fresh. WOOT! for sushi and sashimi!
nature fish dog rools!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 16, 2010 - 12:16am PT
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Beer, bolts, babes, Bridwell, sushi, tequilla, music,........low angle dummy domes, quarter inch bolts, run-out grainy face climbs, flared gritty dinky cracks......sounds like a fun weekend....
google images
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Watusi
Social climber
Newport, OR
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Mar 16, 2010 - 01:06am PT
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Classic locker!!! (Not to be confused with LOCKER)
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Mar 16, 2010 - 01:09am PT
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LA Fish!!!!!!!!69
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 16, 2010 - 11:09pm PT
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Mar 17, 2010 - 12:19am PT
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LA FISH
LA FISH
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Toker Villain
Big Wall climber
Toquerville, Utah
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Mar 17, 2010 - 12:33am PT
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Enough with the mirugai; where's the paisley?
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Mar 17, 2010 - 12:39am PT
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Evidently Doug finds the thread on male enhancement products...uplifting.
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Mar 17, 2010 - 12:48am PT
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NATUR Will you play fish?????
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Toker Villain
Big Wall climber
Toquerville, Utah
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Mar 17, 2010 - 12:50am PT
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Don't be selfish with the shellfish.
Slice that puppy up and slap it on the table till it squirms.
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Tan Slacks
climber
Joshua Tree
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Mar 17, 2010 - 03:32pm PT
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Hey Todd,
Put us on the "to be there" list
Tan and Family
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Mar 17, 2010 - 04:37pm PT
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It looks like I may be able to make it - something scheduled for the 23rd got cancelled. So a small spring climbing holiday may be happening.
Bump.
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Mar 17, 2010 - 05:29pm PT
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ill know for sure in a few days if i can make it. that weekend is my wife's 40th but im trying to get out of it.
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Mar 17, 2010 - 09:08pm PT
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funny i was just listening to some black uhuru. SOLITDERITY! moving on to jacob miller now.
starting to look like the bday gig will be the weekend b4. think i can make it.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Mar 17, 2010 - 10:16pm PT
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bump for the Bird. Man had a great conversation with Jim just yesterday. He's gettin' fired up for it!
Peace
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Mar 17, 2010 - 10:54pm PT
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Todd- add me to the "gonna be there" list. Bringing stuff for nature to slice and dice. Is fattrad bringing the meat and grill?
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ground_up
Trad climber
mt. hood /baja
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Mar 18, 2010 - 06:15pm PT
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Bumpin ... gonna try and make it , sounds like a hoot .
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 18, 2010 - 11:01pm PT
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Jim is doing a presentation with Chris Lindner at a San Diego gym tomorrow night...I'll try to dig up the details....for all the die-hard Bridwell fans......see you there...
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socalbolter
Sport climber
Silverado, CA
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Mar 18, 2010 - 11:39pm PT
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Vertical Hold gym in Mira Mesa.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Mar 18, 2010 - 11:42pm PT
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Jim's presentation will be at 7pm at the Vertical Hold climbing gym. The address is 9580 Distribution Ave. San Diego, CA 92121 and their phone is 858-586-7572. If you have questions email me. I will be on the rock a bit, so mail me soon. Peace and Joy, lynnie
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Mar 18, 2010 - 11:51pm PT
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See all you knuckleheads there! Hey Todd I gotta get hold of you tomorrow BEFORE you hook up with Jim, if I don't call you before...call me. Jim has my number if you don't. See you guys tomorrow afternoon.
Peace
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 19, 2010 - 01:38am PT
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Lynne;....remember;...It's a Jim Bridwell AND Chris Lindner presentation......should be a good one....I'm not sure who goes first;.......Chris or Jim.......maybe they can arm-wrestle over it......(rock paper sissors......).........see you then...
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Mar 22, 2010 - 01:16pm PT
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Now that the Woodson deal is in the books, we can turn our full attention to the Bridwellfest! Get your travel plans in order this will be a party to party at.....so says Todd. Hope we can all make it out and help out Jim in a small way and have a blast in the process!
Peace
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Mar 22, 2010 - 01:55pm PT
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I think I'll be sufficiently recovered by then, Ron....lol :D Really Looking forward to the live band !!!
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Mar 22, 2010 - 02:04pm PT
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Right now, I don't know if I'll Ever be sufficiently recovered...
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Mar 22, 2010 - 02:14pm PT
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edit (removed post) - ooops wrong thread.
this should be a good one, looks like ill make it.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 23, 2010 - 11:06pm PT
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Dixon Lake, Escondido
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Mar 23, 2010 - 11:11pm PT
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Just hope the band can outlast lynnies red tambourine.....:D
Will bring a Smile and lots of Guacamole. Peace all.
Edit: Jaybro, Mon, you're not whining are yo ?
Salad, stellar to meet you at the Woodson Gig. I hope it's ok to
take you up on your plastic garage offer...:D Let's up the game.
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Mar 23, 2010 - 11:15pm PT
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Todd,
I gotta know... what was Jim doing with a ball peen hammer in that last shot?
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
Sprocketville
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Mar 23, 2010 - 11:24pm PT
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he is pounding in a bolt, what else?
i will be heading down there too.
gotta be easier to find than dos picos park at 12 am with no map, stoned out
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Mar 23, 2010 - 11:28pm PT
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Too much emphasis on the party/live band aspect. It's a benefit, bring your wallet along with your "let's have fun" mindset. I've seen this happen before.
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Mar 23, 2010 - 11:31pm PT
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Jim-
Bringing my wallet and some cash, but it is getting harder to find either. BUMP!
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Mar 23, 2010 - 11:42pm PT
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yea Doc, but with a wimpy arse ball peen?
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Mar 23, 2010 - 11:43pm PT
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When he wasn't beatin' on my head with that ball peen, he was pounding these
Peace
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 24, 2010 - 09:39am PT
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Updated funds list...
1. Todd Gordon $100 donation
2. Ihateplastic t-shirt sales profit donations (http://www.shop.vershke.com/category.sc?categoryId=
3. G Davis one pair new climbing shoes donation
4. Cracko $500 (and more before Feb. 1st...)
5. Al Sanderson $250
6. Tim Schafstall $25
7. Marty George Myers Book with signitures (auction $?)
8. Pat Dennis Pitons to sell/auction
9. Larry (the lion tamer) "loads" Larabee $100 donation
10. Donini $500 climbing day pledge with Jim
11. R. Harrison pair of climbing shoes, 2 harnesses, $100 cash
12 Dave Katz 2 copies of " Getting High in LA" out of print guides
13. Paul Addison $100 donation pledge
14. Roy Lenzo $100-150 donation
15. Eric Perlman Master's of Stone DVD set for auction/sale
16. Anonymous $500 donation
17. M. Chessler $2000 donation pledge (w/some book signings)
18. M. Clemmons $500 donation
19. D. Eubanks $250 donation
20. Johntp $200 (and much more before our starting date...)
21. Five Ten $200 donation, plus a pair of shoes to sell or auction
22. 100 Euros ($138 US) (paypal deposit)
23. Eric Kohl cool pic for Jim, Graham, and Worral on Free Blast donation for sale or auction
24. Kurt Smith gear donations for sale or auction
Sterling Rope-Ion-9.5 X 80 m bi-color dry-
Evolv-Escapist 9.5
Evolv- Reactor 8
Evolv Chalk bags x3 Evolv t shirt ladies 21g, 1 md
Metolius chalk bags x2
Metolius Eco ball x2
Metolius Iron Hand Glove; 1 md, 1 lg,
B.D. Chalk bags
Frisksn t-shirts 1 men/women sm, me,lg.
25. Sarah Alexander 50% of new sales donated to Jim http://sohappypet.com/community/Bridwell.html
26. Ihateplastic (Simon) $50 donation (
http://www.shop.vershke.com/category.sc?categoryId=
27. Louie Anderson Some Riverside Quarry Guides to sell/auction
28. Woodson Shindig, Vertical holds Gym in San Diego raffle ticket sales and gear sales $700
29. Guido $100
30. Tripper Jack Marshall $100
31. Steve Simpson items for sale/auction Ice axe, finger board, Bachar ladder, crampons, etc.
32. Nathan guidebooks for sale/auction (Uinta guides, Yosemite, Joshua Tree,etc.)
33. Liberty Mountain 2 Singing Rock Attack Harnesses $50 ea
1 Edelweiss Flashlight 10mm x 60m Rope $170
1 - Vaude Expedition Rock 45+10 backpack $150
1 Set (1-13) ABC Huevos (stoppers) $8
34. Wired Bliss Set of 5 TCUs
35. Howard
1 madrock belay device
6 wire gate biners
3 bent gate biners
1 locker biner
1 Vargo titanium stove
36. Mike Fogarty $250 donation
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 24, 2010 - 09:41am PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal Topic Author's Reply - Mar 13, 2010 - 07:55pm PT
Updated guest list
1. Jim Bridwell
2. Todd Gordon
3. Tucker Tech
4. Captain...or Skully
5. Lynne Leichtfuss
6. F10
7. Skeptimistic
8. Robert Fonda
9. Ron Gomez
10. Cracko
11. Bullwinkle
12. DEE (Dave Ernest Evans)
13. Cynthia L
14. G.Davis
15-19 Cal Celts (5 piece ragaae/ska band)
20. Nature (Sushi master)
21. Norm Miller (Dallas, Tx.)
22. Locker
23. Pat Dennis
24. Frank Bentwood
25. Ryan Rothacher
26. Resa Ashbachar
27. Beth Shilliday
28. Steve (Cho)
29. Tom Murphy
30. Larry (Larabee AKA Larry Loads)
31. John Frericks
32. Dana Eubanks
33. Tim S (troutboy)
34. Jim Donini
35. Guy Keesee
36. Bob Gaines
37. Kirschen Katz
38. Dave Katz
39. Rich Bararra
40. Gina Bararra
41. Joe (Santa Cruz)
42. Paul Addison
43. Mrs. P.Addison
44. Derick Reinig
45. Yolonda
46. Ashley Pangborn
47. Sarah Alexander
48. Peter Mayfield
49. Charlie Kable
50. Tony Zeek
51. Karl Zeek
52. Kevin Powell
53. Will Cassalaro
54. Stephanie Cassalaro
55. Spencer Lennard
56. Tashina
57. Al Perry
58. Denise
59. Karl Baba
60. Pete (Palm Springs)
61. Katie (Palm Springs)
62. Mark Hoffman
63. Dave Cox
64. David Bloom
65. Amanda Schlepp
66. Drew Schlepp
67. Stephanie Bussell
68. Justin Slagle
69. Milt Jones
70. Dan Zacks
71. Cindi Zacks
72. Sierra Zacks
73. Scott Cosgrove
74. Mighty Hiker
75. Johntp
76. Louie Anderson
77. Riley
78. Mike Rossner
79. Rosilyne Rossner
80. Harrison (H)
81. Dr. Sprock
82. Tim Heatherington
83. Nephew of Tim Heatherington
84. Soara V.
85. Dogfather
86. Peggy Bridwell
87. Layton Bridwell
88. Tom Michael
89. A J Burch
90. Mark Rossner
91. Hillel Yarri
92. Kelly Gomez
93. Salad
94. Alma Allen
95. Nancy Pierce
96. Deb
97. Shakkey
98. Mike Fogarty
99. Dwain Warren
100. Steve Swan
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Mar 24, 2010 - 10:15am PT
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Riley, I missed that one before. Are you doing the full on transplant, so that you will be availible to hassle on our wyde Josh trips?
Not whining, Lynne, just assessing...
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mooch
Trad climber
Old Climbers' Home (Adopted)
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Mar 24, 2010 - 10:51am PT
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Todd --
Regretably, I'm gonna have to pass on the event (along with the Misses). Work takes me to the east coast during that time. :( And I forgot that Mrs. Mooch is running in the Big Sur Marathon that weekend.
Poo poo!
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Sarah Funky Fresh
Trad climber
Fresno, CA
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Mar 24, 2010 - 06:30pm PT
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Is anybody climbing on Sunday who wouldn't mind me tagging along?
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Mar 24, 2010 - 06:38pm PT
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Ms. Funky Fresh, I would imagine there will be plenty of us climbing on Saturday and Sunday. We all kinda just tagalong!
Peace
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 24, 2010 - 06:46pm PT
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Sarah;...I probably will be climbing on Sunday;..and I don't mind you tagging along;........as long as you have beer for Tucker......
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Mar 24, 2010 - 06:48pm PT
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I'm climbing with Jim B on Friday but may arrive a day or two earlier- any takers?
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Mar 24, 2010 - 06:52pm PT
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My goodness Todd, that's a long long list. We're gonna trash your place!
And hey... who's gonna feed all those people?!?!?1111169
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Sarah Funky Fresh
Trad climber
Fresno, CA
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Mar 24, 2010 - 07:11pm PT
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Todd, I will buy Tucker beer if he gives me money to fill my car's gas tank for the 12-hour round trip. No problem!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Mar 24, 2010 - 07:17pm PT
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Sarah, I'll get Tuckers cerveza. I Plan on climbing unless the band is off the charts. :D Love the reggae.....
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Mar 24, 2010 - 07:20pm PT
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Sarah is that you from Dixon climbing last Friday? I got Tucker covered for the beer.....good luck with the gas thing though! It's gonna be a GUD time out there! Hey Donini I'll take on that one! How ya doing anyway? I'll be out probably Friday afternoon, we can hook up and keep the "old man" company!
Peace
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Sarah Funky Fresh
Trad climber
Fresno, CA
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Mar 24, 2010 - 07:56pm PT
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Ron, ya mon, it's the same lady. Just kidding about the gas money. Youz guyz is nice to buy Tucker's beer. I look forward to seeing all my new friends again.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Mar 24, 2010 - 08:01pm PT
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How bout yo rlf are you climbing on Sunday, need to calculate trip supplies? :D
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Mar 24, 2010 - 09:09pm PT
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Sounds like Tucker is going to drown.
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Mar 25, 2010 - 09:09am PT
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I'm gonna ask again. I'll be getting to J-Tree on the Wednesday before Bridwellfest. Is anyone available for a few pitches?
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Mar 25, 2010 - 09:32am PT
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Is this a loaded question? Don't climb much in J-Tree but I know Doublecross is controversial. Just want to go climbing, not picky about what. It could be a nice warmup.
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Mar 25, 2010 - 12:13pm PT
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TG - are there any big bro's in that pile o'gear? if so what size?
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F10
Trad climber
e350 / Bishop
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Mar 25, 2010 - 12:18pm PT
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Jim, I sent you a message, lets go do some climbing
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Mar 25, 2010 - 12:55pm PT
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Jim... Weld_it is a troll. Just ignore it.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 26, 2010 - 02:41am PT
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Jim's latest inventions...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 27, 2010 - 01:34am PT
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Dude, where is my car?..
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 29, 2010 - 12:03pm PT
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As the Bridwellfest approaches ....I will be posting some pictures of some of Jim's climbing stuff that will be for sale at the Bridwellfest;....which will help us reach our goal of raising $10,000 for Jim and his family.....I talked to the Band on Sat....and they are full speed ahead. I need an up-date on the sushi team....everything A-O-K, I hope.....I need to see if my t-shirts are in.....Jim is preparing a slide show......
Anyways;....plan to come on down and climb, commune with your fellow climbers, help out Jim and his family, and party like it's 1999.....
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thedogfather
climber
Somewhere near Red Rocks
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Mar 29, 2010 - 01:37pm PT
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Todd, I am going to try to make it but need a few logistical details. I recently moved to Vegas and have yet to make a trip to JT. Is there a place to crash overnight after the Bridwellfest before driving home. Is your place dog friendly or is it best to find a place to leave the big guy? Sorry if this was detailed elsewhere but I didn't see it.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Mar 29, 2010 - 02:39pm PT
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So far everything is A-OK on my end.
We'll need to talk about funding for the fish. john is getting it from LA and I might also do a San Diego order. We'll need to pay for that somehow.
I already have most of the rest of the supplies. Maybe we can work a gear for rice/veggies exchange?
The good news is I'm getting a new (to me) truck this week so I'm fairly confident I'll make it (my current truck i worry a bit about).
As you might recall for Roy's event ya'll didn't have enough tables. You guys tried to nab one of mine but that wasn't gonna happen :-).
Also.... we should do more than just sushi. BBQ fish, steaks, etc.
So I guess I'll need to line up some help. Am also thinking it might be nice to have a second popup tent?
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Mar 29, 2010 - 02:47pm PT
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nature, if you need me to pick anything up in san diego, just let me know. i might have pop up tent too, need to ask my brother.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Mar 29, 2010 - 06:50pm PT
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Doug, what is a gear for rice/veggies exchange ? I'm bringing one big table @ 8'x 4'. and a couple smaller foldup tables. I can help some, but be specific in what you want me to do please :D Smiles, lynnie
I can bbq....if you need me to with the fish and steak. Another easy suggestion is mojo de ajo.....shrimp with garlic, hmmmmmmm. Some tortillas and refried beans and we may be transported to Bahia de Los Angeles. Cheers
Want me to see if I can round up some lemons, limes and avocados ?
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 29, 2010 - 08:58pm PT
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Dogfather;....great;...look forward to meeting you. As for camping;....there will be alot of booze going down;...so people can just camp here on the property;......sleep in the desert or in your car or in my backyard, or on my property (5 acres)...lots of room to crash;...NO DRINKING AND DRIVING ALLOWED.....Doug;..if you need fish money;...let me know how much;..I'll try to get it to you or johntp or salad or whoever needs it........I have a barbeque too.....let me know;....it will be a fun day.........
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Hummerchine
Trad climber
East Wenatchee, WA
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Mar 29, 2010 - 09:31pm PT
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Mr. Gordon, just so you know, Steve Strong, The Mighty Thor, Dave Evans and I will be attending!
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Mar 29, 2010 - 10:11pm PT
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Nature-
I'll front the fish from LA. In the next couple weeks we will need to commit. The LA fish site seems pretty limited right now, but based on the potential size of this order I think we could get some special requests.
But we need to get this started.
Edit: all that said it is a logistical deal to make sure everyone comes up relatively flush and has a good feed. Maybe all on the current list can post up what they can afford and their fish or meat tendencies?
Edit: Edit: Todd, I've got the fish covered (not the FISH). No worries here. Just need to figure out the cost distribution when all is said and done.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Mar 29, 2010 - 10:46pm PT
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I also have a small/medium propane bbq I can throw in if needed.
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Mar 29, 2010 - 10:51pm PT
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Carefull Lynne, you could end up spending all night on grill duty. ;0
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Mar 29, 2010 - 11:05pm PT
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johntp, I work til the band starts then I'm done. Say, do reggae bands have tamborine players ???:D
Edit: I don't eat much and my tendencies are either fish or meat. lol
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 29, 2010 - 11:07pm PT
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Cool, johntp;......all costs covered are insured for full payment returned on april 24th;...we will have $ coming in from sale of sushi and $ from Jim's gear sale.......you guys are awesome........I guess we could get a list of people who would like sushi.....an ahead of date secured order...and then I'm sure, just like last year, there will be a bunch of day-of sushi-eaters........seemed like a big hit last year;....and I'm sure it will be the same this year....maybe a separate thread for sushi-takers.....and price, and what that will offer you for dinner......this will be awesome........
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Mar 29, 2010 - 11:36pm PT
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If we can keep it all to this thread that might be good.
I'll put this out there to the crowd. Last year for Roy we broke even on the food. Part of the reason for that is because we put out a donation bin. Usually I ask for $30 for all you can eat. So the general guideline is if you want to eat sushi all day and night cough up $30. Or another way to think about it is "how much would this cost me at the sushi bar". And then toss in $100 to the donation bin :-).
Once we get close we'll start posting a long list of the fish items we'll have. Pun intended, the fish last year was off the hook.
The Grill is a great idea. Burgers, steaks, etc. Maybe do a couple huge salads. Bake some potato's.
figure we want to have food for everyone. I'd guess about 75% of the people attending will want sushi.
Another reason we broke even is that I did a lot more with fish than with rice. I'll change that up and do a big rice sushi salad with lots o' veggies, etc. The fish will flow so no problem there.
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Mar 31, 2010 - 12:13am PT
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Went to the local restaurant tonight. Omakasa and some saki ran me around $60. For just me.
Whatever, it will all work out. Those that can front some $$ to Nature is all the better. I have faith that the Taco people will follow through.
I enjoy going to these places and sitting at the sushi bar and swapping times with the folks I end up sitting next to, who I've never met before.
Kinda like the Taco.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Mar 31, 2010 - 12:18am PT
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Naw... I don't need any money fronted. I've got a lot of supplies already. If lafisco can come up with what they did last year i'll just need to do a small order form San Diego.
I wonder though... If anyone can find a 50lb bag of sushi rice in LA or San Diego for a good price that'd be sweet. We don't need that much but I do :-)
Edit: hmmm... though in a way it could help to have people commit with their wallets. If for no other reason to start to put together a head count. I'd hate to not have enough or too much fish. Though certainly too much is better than not enough. I just don't want to go through the logistics of dealing with the list, getting the money, etc.
Order fish
roll sush
watch pile of money in the donation jar grow to the point there's money extra for Jim.
oh... and wash dishes Sunday morning ;-)
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F10
Trad climber
e350 / Bishop
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Mar 31, 2010 - 12:21am PT
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Nature, I would like to help out like last time with a SD pickup but I am not in SD anymore
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Mar 31, 2010 - 12:27am PT
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50 pound bag of rice is a done deal. Brand and grade?
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F10
Trad climber
e350 / Bishop
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Mar 31, 2010 - 12:29am PT
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Cool video,
Ok back to Bridwell's climbing gear
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Mar 31, 2010 - 12:45am PT
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Nature-
What do you think this fish tab will run? An open estimate is good.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Mar 31, 2010 - 12:52am PT
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I will help with dishes and clean up Sunday fo' sure.
Thinking of this logistically and trying to raise $ and not waste sushi I think we need to get a head count of who wants to pony up $30 bucks.
If we can get a general idea then the rule is that a minimum of 10-13 % won't show. It's true. I have put on many weddings and events. So we should be able to narrow down how much fish, meat etc. needed.
What about paper plates, utensils etc. I have some time and I can help yo all. Peace, Lynne
Edit: What kind of mega salads did you have in mind Nature. Sure we can assign some people to help with those.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Mar 31, 2010 - 12:53am PT
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I think last year if memory serves me correctly it was right around $500. I think we'll have more people at this event so maybe $700?
As far as the rice goes it doesn't matter as to the brand.
Any Organic California short grained (sushi) white rice will do. Gotta be organic....
yeah... back to gear and trying to get Jim a little more flush....
Lynne - yup, I agree on the head count. Though I'm not expecting everyone to cough up $30. If someone just wants a hand roll and coughs up $5 - that sorta thing - that also works. $30 is the all you can eat number. Salads - just standard green salads to go along with grilled whatever and potatos. These are just thoughts. As Donini pointed out this is all about what we're doing for Jim. But drunk people with no food in them isn't the best idea.
Double Edit: I have some plastic soy trays and sushi trays I think I'll bring. I don't have enough trays for the list that Todd posted.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Mar 31, 2010 - 03:13am PT
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If you need a pop up tent let me know.
I'll talk to Todd and see if we can kinda quantify headcount on 1) all yo can eat people $30 and 2) 5$ hand roll people
Nature, can we cook that many potatoes?....maybe good breads would also be an option along with the salads.
Lets encourage (wicked twist of arm behind back :D) our friends to bring munchies.....jah ?!
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Mar 31, 2010 - 10:28am PT
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im in for all you can eat at whatever the cost is.
we could pre-cook a boat load of spuds...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 10:39am PT
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Drunk people have food in them;...grains, hops, barley.......
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Mar 31, 2010 - 11:22am PT
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What could go wrong?
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Slakkey
Big Wall climber
From Back to Big Wall Baby
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Mar 31, 2010 - 11:24am PT
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Looks like were going to try and make this as well, cant say 100% for sure yet but its on the agenda now and so that typically means things usually work out.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 02:07pm PT
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Just recieved 2 packages with booty from Howard in Canada and Kurt Smith in W. Virginia with lots of very cool stuff to donate to the Bridwellfest to sell or auction.....thanks so much;.....it is so cool to see the climbing community coming together to help out;....very inspiring and awesome......very very cool.....thanks again......check out the list of donations to see all the help so far....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 06:46pm PT
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Here is a teeny tiny microscopic bit of what Jim will have for sale;....probably about 1/10 of the stuff at the Bridwellfest;....but maybe this will help get a visual.....plus all the donated stuff, plus any stuff coming in.....if you are a gear head, gear freak, climbing historian, collector,....or just your common everyday plastic pulling Starbuck's drinkin' gym-flaggin' sporto.....there will be something for everyone and anyone......and all priced to move, and all prices up for barter with The Man himself;....Mr. Bridwell, sir....
Many of the pins are signed and for collectables;...many are not and are for banging on aid climbs, mud towers, or chipping holes and holds for 5.13 free climbers....all are real pitons which Jim banged in rock all over the planet...
Jim has a million stoppers....all are for sale, and most will be stamped J B..........use them at the crags, collect them, trade them, or just let them hang about in your garage with all your other stoppers because you don't climb anymore, or just sport climb or climb only at the gym....these are Jim' personal stoppers off his personal rack;....all will bring you good luck and magical placements at the crags...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 06:55pm PT
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Here are some of Jim's quick draws....he don't need them anymore;...but you Prana-wearing skinny indoor-city-types might want to pick up a few extra draws for those long clip ups at New Jack.......
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 06:58pm PT
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You know you need some RURPs.........everyone needs RURPs......all your really need is a harness, a rope, a chalkbag, some shoes, some biners, and some RURPs.......time to stock up.....all will be signed by Jim.....(These , I believe, are the last of them......)....
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Mar 31, 2010 - 07:00pm PT
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Nature, count me in for sushi.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 07:02pm PT
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Jim will have lots of books, guidebooks, magazines for sale....all signed.....here are some that are reciently donated....some new, some in very good condition......for the hardman/hardwoman or the armchair mountaineer....there will be lots and lots and lots of very cool books......you won't believe it...(The Downward Bound is 1st edition hardback in excellent condition signed by Jim.....buy it and get some other bigshots to sign it too......)..
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 07:06pm PT
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Jim has 3 "bolt kit" bags....one is already sold....he has 2 more...both have interesting big wall bolting gear.....both are for sale.....if you like this sort of thing.......(Great present for Mother's Day....)...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 07:08pm PT
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Did I hear you say shoes?....we got a whole herd of shoes;.....and many are signed by Jim.......if you wish...he will sign a pair for you.....pick a color and size to go with your outfit and chalkbag.....
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Mar 31, 2010 - 07:10pm PT
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SHIRTS HAVE SHIPPED!!!!
The long wait is over! Today I shipped all current orders. There are only a few weeks left to place an order because... after the event closes the shirts will not be produced anymore. This makes them a REAL collector's item!
Get 'em now or cry later!
http://shop.vershke.com/
And... don't forget your Wienie Roast shirt!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 07:13pm PT
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Packs, bags, haulbags, ....lots of stuff like that......load up, run away from home, move to camp 4, and get kicked out in 10 days, then live under a bridge in Sacramento......
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 07:18pm PT
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Hangboard;.....you can buy this and work out and get muscles or just take steroids and drink Coca-cola, coffee, and twinkies....your choice...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 07:21pm PT
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Jim is selling ALL his cams....and he has alot of them.....I believe they are all stamped J B.....and some are new, near new, ....and some are not new and went up new routes on El Cap.........all are for sale......all at "bro" deals.....prabably close to 100 cams....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 07:24pm PT
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Brand new approach shoes....donated by Kurt Smith.....(thanks..)....and you know they would look good on you with your short shorts, tan muscular legs, and sexy chalkbag....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 07:25pm PT
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Still in the bag new rope;...donated by Kurt "the Kid" Smith.....(purple;..the color of Royality...)..
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Mar 31, 2010 - 09:40pm PT
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Holy Gear Batman! With all that to auction off I see this going into the wee hours. Has anyone got a mega sized coffee maker to keep the sandman away?
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Mar 31, 2010 - 09:58pm PT
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I've got a 3 gallon perc!
Covered
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 10:00pm PT
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I think it's just all gonna be 4 sale;....auction takes too long......anything not sold at Bridwellfest will get sold later...over the summer when I have time to farm it all out on ebay or supertopo...........say goodbye to it all....Jim's over it....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 31, 2010 - 10:01pm PT
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I think it's just all gonna be 4 sale;....auction takes too long......anything not sold at Bridwellfest will get sold later...over the summer when I have time to farm it all out on ebay or supertopo...........say goodbye to it all....Jim's over it....I want to keep things as simple as possible....Jim sell stuff
(Ron Gomez and I can help, I suppose...)....Jim do a 1 reel slide show, sushibar and tequilla bar have their own crew, ...band does their own thing....it should all fall in place.....I just need to clean the bathroom....(maybe...)....
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Fogarty
climber
BITD
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Mar 31, 2010 - 10:08pm PT
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Todd, I can make it and $250.00 to the Bird!
Mike Fogarty
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Mar 31, 2010 - 11:03pm PT
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John Hansen, I would pay $250 just for the letter he wrote you. This guy is the Dude of Dudes. Don't second guess your purchases. If the frickin' economy were not so bleak for some of us, I would have done what you did. And I have pretty sound instincts. lynnie
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Mar 31, 2010 - 11:48pm PT
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John Hansen- this is not about you and what you need. think about it.
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john hansen
climber
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Johntp,
Your right, I deleted my post's , sorry.
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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John Hansen- Peacce to you. Hope to meet you at the fest. I'll buy you a shot at the tequila bar.
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socalbolter
Sport climber
Silverado, CA
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Todd -
Email me a shipping address and I'll shoot some books to you for sale, auction, whatever...
louieanderson@live.com
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 06:28am PT
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Shipping address;...P.O. 138 Joshua Tre, Ca. 92252 or 9561 Star Ln Joshua Tree, Ca. 92252
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 06:32am PT
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More stuff for sale at Bridwellfest;
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 06:37am PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 06:41am PT
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Here are some cool pics from Jim's personal slides that I had 8X10s made at Costco....he will sign these, sell them out for you to frame and hang on the wall next to your college degree, the velvet Elvis painting, the picture of the dogs playing pool, the Jesus picture, the Farrah Faucet Poster, and the Pam Anderson Bay Watch picture as well......
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 07:08am PT
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Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal Topic Author's Reply - Mar 13, 2010 - 07:55pm PT
Updated guest list
1. Jim Bridwell
2. Todd Gordon
3. Tucker Tech
4. Captain...or Skully
5. Lynne Leichtfuss
6. F10
7. Skeptimistic
8. Robert Fonda
9. Ron Gomez
10. Cracko
11. Bullwinkle
12. DEE (Dave Ernest Evans)
13. Cynthia L
14. G.Davis
15-19 Cal Celts (5 piece ragaae/ska band)
20. Nature (Sushi master)
21. Norm Miller (Dallas, Tx.)
22. Locker (Rick Thompson)
23. Pat Dennis
24. Frank Bentwood
25. Ryan Rothacher
26. Resa Ashbachar
27. Beth Shilliday
28. Steve (Cho)
29. Tom Murphy
30. Larry (Larabee AKA Larry Loads)
31. John Frericks
32. Dana Eubanks
33. Tim S (troutboy)
34. Jim Donini
35. Guy Keesee
36. Bob Gaines
37. Kirschen Katz
38. Dave Katz
39. Rich Bararra
40. Gina Bararra
41. Joe (Santa Cruz)
42. Paul Addison
43. Mrs. P.Addison
44. Derick Reinig
45. Yolonda
46. Ashley Pangborn
47. Sarah Alexander
48. Peter Mayfield
49. Charlie Kable
50. Tony Zeek
51. Karl Zeek
52. Kevin Powell
53. Will Cassalaro
54. Stephanie Cassalaro
55. Spencer Lennard
56. Tashina
57. Al Perry
58. Denise
59. Karl Baba
60. Pete (Palm Springs)
61. Katie (Palm Springs)
62. Mark Hoffman
63. Dave Cox
64. David Bloom
65. Amanda Schlepp
66. Drew Schlepp
67. Stephanie Bussell
68. Justin Slagle
69. Milt Jones
70. Dan Zacks
71. Cindi Zacks
72. Sierra Zacks
73. Scott Cosgrove
74. Mighty Hiker
75. Johntp
76. Louie Anderson
77. Riley
78. Mike Rossner
79. Rosilyne Rossner
80. Harrison (H)
81. Dr. Sprock
82. Tim Heatherington
83. Nephew of Tim Heatherington
84. Soara V.
85. Dogfather
86. Peggy Bridwell
87. Layton Bridwell
88. Tom Michael
89. A J Burch
90. Mark Rossner
91. Hillel Yarri
92. Kelly Gomez
93. Salad
94. Alma Allen
95. Nancy Pierce
96. Deb
97. Shakkey
98. Mike Fogarty
99. Dwain Warren
100. Steve Swan
101. Skeptamistic
102. Rob Stahl
103. Margie Evans
104. Troutboy's guest
105. Brandt Allen
106. Paula Allen
107. Alexis Summerfelt
108. Russel Lenarz
109. Russel Lenarz guest
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 07:10am PT
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funds list...
1. Todd Gordon $100 donation
2. Ihateplastic t-shirt sales profit donations (http://www.shop.vershke.com/category.sc?categoryId=
3. G Davis one pair new climbing shoes donation
4. Cracko $500 (and more before Feb. 1st...)
5. Al Sanderson $250
6. Tim Schafstall $25
7. Marty George Myers Book with signitures (auction $?)
8. Pat Dennis Pitons to sell/auction
9. Larry (the lion tamer) "loads" Larabee $100 donation
10. Donini $500 climbing day pledge with Jim
11. R. Harrison pair of climbing shoes, 2 harnesses, $100 cash
12 Dave Katz 2 copies of " Getting High in LA" out of print guides
13. Paul Addison $100 donation pledge
14. Roy Lenzo $100-150 donation
15. Eric Perlman Master's of Stone DVD set for auction/sale
16. Anonymous $500 donation
17. M. Chessler $2000 donation pledge (w/some book signings)
18. M. Clemmons $500 donation
19. D. Eubanks $250 donation
20. Johntp $200 (and much more before our starting date...)
21. Five Ten $200 donation, plus a pair of shoes to sell or auction
22. 100 Euros ($138 US) (paypal deposit)
23. Eric Kohl cool pic for Jim, Graham, and Worral on Free Blast donation for sale or auction
24. Kurt Smith gear donations for sale or auction
Sterling Rope-Ion-9.5 X 80 m bi-color dry-
Evolv-Escapist 9.5
Evolv- Reactor 8
Evolv Chalk bags x3 Evolv t shirt ladies 21g, 1 md
Metolius chalk bags x2
Metolius Eco ball x2
Metolius Iron Hand Glove; 1 md, 1 lg,
B.D. Chalk bags
Frisksn t-shirts 1 men/women sm, me,lg.
25. Sarah Alexander 50% of new sales donated to Jim http://sohappypet.com/community/Bridwell.html
26. Ihateplastic (Simon) $50 donation (
http://www.shop.vershke.com/category.sc?categoryId=
27. Louie Anderson Some Riverside Quarry Guides to sell/auction
28. Woodson Shindig, Vertical holds Gym in San Diego raffle ticket sales and gear sales $700
29. Guido $100
30. Tripper Jack Marshall $100
31. Steve Simpson items for sale/auction Ice axe, finger board, Bachar ladder, crampons, etc.
32. Nathan guidebooks for sale/auction (Uinta guides, Yosemite, Joshua Tree,etc.)
33. Liberty Mountain 2 Singing Rock Attack Harnesses $50 ea
1 Edelweiss Flashlight 10mm x 60m Rope $170
1 - Vaude Expedition Rock 45+10 backpack $150
1 Set (1-13) ABC Huevos (stoppers) $8
34. Wired Bliss Set of 5 TCUs
35. Wicked Gravity
1 madrock belay device
6 wire gate biners
3 bent gate biners
1 locker biner
1 Vargo titanium stove
36. Mike Fogarty $250 donation
37. Peter Mayfield a spot at Donner summer climbing camp
http://www.sierraexperience.org/summer-camps.html
38. G. Epperson Rock Prints books (% of sales)
39. Lisa Gnade/Steve Petro DMM/Red Chili/Wild Country
Many biners and quick draws
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Karl Baba
Trad climber
Yosemite, Ca
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Bump and unfortunately, I may not make it to Josh until the 27th or 28th
Peace
Karl
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Maysho
climber
Soda Springs, CA
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Hey Todd,
I would like to donate a spot in my Donner Summit Climbing Camp for Teens to the auction.
Worth $650, includes lodging and food at Clair Tappaan Lodge, ages 11-18. August 1-6th 2010.
One can bid it up high, contributing to the Bird, and your favorite young person gets an awesome climbing camp! http://www.sierraexperience.org/summer-camps.html
send me a pm with your address and I will mail down a certificate, I am still planning to attend of course...
Thanks for your efforts!
Peter
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 11:13am PT
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Todd Gordon P.O 138 Joshua Tree, Ca. 92252 thanks, Peter
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 11:19am PT
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T-shirts look great..(so does the t-shirt model...)....it's all looking very excellent.....
http://shop.vershke.com/
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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I gotta say, the company that prints my shirts LOVED the design and the paisley on the Bridwellfest shirt. This one is gold!
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Hey Todd, got an idea for a sale item....let's get Jim to write one of his political statements on a t-shirt, then we can see what we can sell that priceless item for? Just a joke, but then again maybe a great idea!
Peace
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Acer
Big Wall climber
AZ
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WOW.
Look at all that good stuff. I am going to need to bring a suit case of cash and a uhaul to return home.
Silent Auction goes a long ways.
Is there rule for purchasing yet?? Cash and Carry??
When can I show up??
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Just checked out the list of attendees......it will be so awesome to meet yo Skully after all this ST time and Donini and Peggy along with Layton.
It will be equally as awesome to see again Riley, Anders, Nature, THE DR., Maysho, and Spencer.
Is Craig F. not coming and why not sir ? And what about you Anastasia and Bill ???? lynnie
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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A total of 100. My sushi bar has never seen the likes of that!
Heeeeeeeeeeelp!
Seriously... Ron O helped last time. He won't make it this time around. I had help late with a guest sushi chef appearance.
So.... any sushi chefs in that list?
Baaaadass.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 05:12pm PT
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Acer;...I don't think it's gonna be a silent auction;....just play old fashion cash for gear;.....show Jim the green, and he will sell you the goods;....simple, easy, green.....I think Jim will be there probably from noon on April 24th......I just recieved another big package today;....I'll take pics and post soon.....as for the 100 person guest list;...I am expecting 200 people.....so plan accordingly.....I'm sure Dr. F will be there, and hopefully Hashbro too....as well as Stahlbro......Hopefully J. Long too.....chime in if you wish,,....or just show up and party....I think last year's Tarbuster event had about 160........
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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I see. well... 200 then. OK that's easy!
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Beware of the numbers, climbers are notoriously unreliable.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 05:31pm PT
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We used to have 200 each year for my birthday AND 200 at Halloween;......(There isn't anything else to do here in J. Tree except watch TV, drink beer, and climb low angle dummy-domes......so a party with food and drink, music and such......why not stop over....).....Bridwellfest and Woodstock;.....a gathering of the tribes....
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Hey Nature, didn't you do a prepay thing at Roy's? Might want to consider that. Even though the guest list is growing, don't think everyone will be eating sushi. Just a thought. I'm bringing a bar b gue to do my own food and others will probably do their own food again. It could help you out if you did a prepay or "reservations" type thing so you don't bring in too much fishy stuff.
Peace
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MisterE
Social climber
Across Town From Easy Street
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Todd, you can count Skip and I IN!
Doug, sushi too!
Really looking forward to this event!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 06:21pm PT
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Big Wall bolt kit;...dont' leave home without it...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 06:22pm PT
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Flavor of the week;....stoppers..
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 06:24pm PT
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Metal pilons....you know;....those metal spikey things that you hammer into the rock to pull and stand on when you go climbing.......(Goes well with a grappling hook...)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 06:26pm PT
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Keyhole hangers for those whole pitch rivet ladders......cheaper by the dozen...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 06:29pm PT
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Crampoons......very popular where Jim lives in Palm Desert, California...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 06:30pm PT
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Boo hoo for all of us, Dr. F......next time around....we will miss you .....but we will drink an extra beer for you , my friend...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 07:57pm PT
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Beanfest is also April 24th....those Arizona climbers had to copy.......so now one has to decide.....beans or Bridwell....which will it be?....(Beans, bolts, beer and babes....or Bridwell, bolts, beer, and babes...)...
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Better get some beans Todd, they can make for some good music.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Any fish hooks. I'll commit to buy right now.
Let's see.... I'm an hour away from beanfest and 6 hours from bridwellfest.
I choose.....
6 hours!!!!!
(and sushi)
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Climbers...Unreliable, no not here in CA. Perhaps in others less favored states.....:DDD
and for the Choices for Chicks......that would be
Beans bolts and beers
OR
Boys (men) bolts and beers
and I'm pretty sure Tami would agree, it would be the second. :)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 08:33pm PT
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Jim sold his fish hooks , I believe, at New Years........and all his hooks are gone too....but I think you may find something you like;......maybe...
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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By the way, in regards to the question of taking money up front. I'm not sure I have time to manage that. So I'll take an educated guess on the fish to bring in. maybe keep it to a certain dollar amount and we'll go from there.
if john really can get a 50lb of sushi rice we'll be able to feed people. I'll also commit to getting some extra fish to take home and if it doesn't make it then that's cool.
As long as everyone remembers that:
1) we're trying to help Jim
2) no matter what you chip in you'll be paying a fraction of what the sushi would cost you at a sushi bar. And unless you are use to Belagio quality sushi chances are it's some of the best sushi you've ever had.
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Advice needed as to potential travel plans. The general idea is to fly down for five or six days, never mind the ozone layer, the cost, and that it would be a lot cheaper to just mail a cheque. So as to attend the festivities, but also get in some exercise and fresh air.
Flights from Vancouver to Ontario (California) seem significantly cheaper than those to Palm Springs. On the map and according to MapQuest, it's about an hour drive (rental car) from Ontario to Palm Springs. Does flying to Ontario seem plausible? I don't know enough about traffic and roads in the area to judge if it makes sense. Advice as to travel plans welcome. Thanks!
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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traffic would depend on when you land (and what day)
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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The plan is to arrive and depart as close to midday as possible, assuming that morning and late afternoon traffic is more challenging.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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midday?
well in that case that can mean only one thing....
YER GONNA DIE!!!!!!111169
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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I said midday, pilgrim, not High Noon. Sheesh!
And Ron will be advising as to an appropriate arsenal. Can't be too careful.
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Anastasia
Mountain climber
hanging from a crimp and crying for my mama.
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Lynne,
I think we will be in Chicago that week. I am crossing my fingers hoping that I have the dates wrong. I will let you know once I figure it out.
AFS
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Hope you can make it Ana.
Anders, Ontario is a stellar airport. My choice of all in our region. If you fly into Palm Springs it would be closer to Josh. But driving from Ontario to Josh is pretty similar to the time it takes me to drive to the Tree.
Post or email me any questions you have. Looking forward to seeing yo. :D lynnie
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Mimi
climber
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Anders, PSP is the way. Not much cost diff and sooo much easier.
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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It's an easy drive on freeways. You are far enough east to miss most of the metro traffic. See you there!
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troutboy
Trad climber
Newark, DE
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Ontario is a much better choice (economically) than Palm Springs. Always cheaper on flight and rental car. Easy drive, especially if you land early enough to beat traffic. I almost always fly into Ontario and will do so this trip.
Another viable option, albeit with a bit nastier drive, is John Wayne/Orange County airport. Almost always cheaper than LAX and sometimes cheaper than Ontario, but you must deal with that LA burb traffic shite.
TS
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WiredBliss
Trad climber
Flagstaff, AZ
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Let it be know that WIRED BLISS is going to be revived in the near future.
Wired Bliss has committed these five new TCUs that are engraved BridwellFest to the Jim Bridwell fund raiser.
The Wired Bliss truck will be at BridwellFest so drop by and get a sticker.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 2, 2010 - 04:56pm PT
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Nathan Smith and Liberty Mountain has come through for The Bridwells;...here's some stuff they have donated for the Bridwellfest....thanks a bunch;...you guys ROCK!
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troutboy
Trad climber
Newark, DE
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Oooh, how much for the caramel apple :-)
TS
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 2, 2010 - 05:09pm PT
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Lisa Gnade/Steve Petro and DMM, Wild Country, Red Chili have stepped it up to help Jim and his family too;...Bravo to them;....thank you!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 2, 2010 - 05:14pm PT
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The Wired Bliss TCUs look fantastic;.....and the Bridwellfest engraving is wonderful.....great to see them back at it.....banging out cool gear for the climbing community...thanks you guys.....just fantastic!......it will be great to see the Wired Bliss folks at the Bridwellfest...
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Skeptimistic
Mountain climber
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Great. Just great. Now I'm going to have to completely empty my retirement account to get all of the cool stuff I'm seeing here. Thanks a lot...
Seriously, this is fantastic! I can hardly wait. The weather isn't helping one bit to stay focused on school.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Bump for Jim and Todd. them cams from Wired Bliss are COOL, how much per? I want one!
Peace
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chez
Social climber
chicago ill
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It's about time Liberty started making candied apples.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Dang! How can I resist. Count me in.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 3, 2010 - 02:54am PT
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Awesome, Rob Stahl;.....Stahl brother........right on;......should you bring "the baby".............let's party...Rob Stahl, Paul Stahl, Dave Stahl, Todd Stahl, Tom Shahl, Mona Stahl, Spencer Stahl, Craig Stahl.......The Shahl Bros........
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Yeah, it may be baby makin' time again. I'll see if I can't round up the necessary ingredients........I suggest everyone picks a spot early for the inevitable "crash landing" :-)
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Just got my Bridwellfest Tshirt in the mail today! Stoked!
Peace
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Mimi
climber
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$260 vs $390. ONT would also be my choice. The cost was much closer when I first checked. At least from SEA.
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Whatyathink Ron... came out looking pretty sweet, eh?
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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If ya ain't got one yet.......get one, they're KILLER to say the least!
Peace
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Here's what the shirts look like!
Peace
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Ron ubermodel Gomez comes through!
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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MH- I recommend Ontario airport. Traffic will suck no matter what, but it beats LAX or OC by light years. If it is Friday, try to get an earlier arrival rather than later. The earlier you can get out of the airport headed west on 10 to 62 the better.
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Thanks - the map suggests that I should head east on interstate 10, to highway 62. Is it better to head west? :-)
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Anders, I am pretty certain you head east on the 10 to the 62. It's the way I take also. It will be a blast to see you. :D Just got back from two stellar perfect weather climbing days at Josh. Got to climb with Terri, aka happigirl first time ever and it was fun. Also, Todd G., Tucker Tech, James Barnett aka F10, and Wendell. What a treat for me! We did a few newer routes on ( I believe it was )South Dome northeast face. The approach was the best bouldering lesson ever. Thanks to the above I learned even more.....and made it! Thanks guys from lynnie. :D
Edit: Thank you rlf and Tucker for the climbing lessons. I am learning, finally !!! When I say climbing lessons I don't mean climbing rock. I mean all it takes to make that happen. :D
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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it is only better to head west if you want to surf ;-)
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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MH- my bad. yes, head east on the 10. It's been a long weekend of travel and spending time with family. A little loopy right now.
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Here's another auction item on its way to Todd:
ten shirts and ten sets (2006, 2007, 2008) of the Gory Photo Edition, a stupendous climbing magazine from Poland!
Maybe Todd will bundle them as a set of mags plus a shirt for an auction item.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 5, 2010 - 11:05am PT
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Awesome;.....booze, Bridwell, bolts, babes, and booty.....thanks, Simon;...and look forward to seeing everyone soon....score!.....(My wife is Polish;....so I appreciate the fine Eastern European stuff....)....
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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too bad sushi doesn't start with a "b"
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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For the Bird!
Peace
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Watusi
Social climber
Newport, OR
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Looks like fun kids!!
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Come on down for THIS one Mike!!!!! We miss ya here, I think Spencer is coming in...hitch a ride?
Peace
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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booze, Bridwell, bolts, babes, booty and Big Fish :D in honor of the nature mon.
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Watusi
Social climber
Newport, OR
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Man I'd love to Ron...But I'm in the middle of a big ad campaign for "The Embarcadero," a resort here in Newport where I'm helping to totally redesign the whole advertising structure.
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HandCrack
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal.
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Just got my T-shirt yesterday!
Paula and I are ready to PARTAY!
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Good for you Mike, I'm sure the artwork/graphics will be the best! We'll be thinkin' of you. Take care Mike.
Peace
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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"too bad sushi doesn't start with a B"
How about "bootysushi"?
Grasping at straws here.....
Still looking for the 50 pounds of organic california short grain white rice. Had it covered until the "organic" word came in to play. Burning gas and searching for this phantom rice. Headed out now to check another source.
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
Sprocketville
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which room did Gram die in again?
i wanna book that sucker for the weekend. the Pit is getting weird.
maybe kick out some Dead Flowers at 4 am and creep everybody out,
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 6, 2010 - 10:32pm PT
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Joshua Tree, Cal Topic Author's Reply - Mar 13, 2010 - 07:55pm PT
Updated guest list
1. Jim Bridwell
2. Todd Gordon
3. Tucker Tech
4. Captain...or Skully
5. Lynne Leichtfuss
6. F10
7. Skeptimistic
8. Robert Fonda
9. Ron Gomez
10. Cracko
11. Bullwinkle
12. DEE (Dave Ernest Evans)
13. Cynthia L
14. G.Davis
15-19 Cal Celts (5 piece ragaae/ska band)
20. Nature (Sushi master)
21. Norm Miller (Dallas, Tx.)
22. Locker (Rick Thompson)
23. Pat Dennis
24. Frank Bentwood
25. Ryan Rothacher
26. Resa Ashbachar
27. Beth Shilliday
28. Steve (Cho)
29. Tom Murphy
30. Larry (Larabee AKA Larry Loads)
31. John Frericks
32. Dana Eubanks
33. Tim S (troutboy)
34. Jim Donini
35. Guy Keesee
36. Bob Gaines
37. Kirschen Katz
38. Dave Katz
39. Rich Bararra
40. Gina Bararra
41. Joe (Santa Cruz)
42. Paul Addison
43. Mrs. P.Addison
44. Derick Reinig
45. Yolonda
46. Ashley Pangborn
47. Sarah Alexander
48. Peter Mayfield
49. Charlie Kable
50. Tony Zeek
51. Karl Zeek
52. Kevin Powell
53. Will Cassalaro
54. Stephanie Cassalaro
55. Spencer Lennard
56. Tashina
57. Al Perry
58. Denise
59. Karl Baba
60. Pete (Palm Springs)
61. Katie (Palm Springs)
62. Mark Hoffman
63. Dave Cox
64. David Bloom
65. Amanda Schlepp
66. Drew Schlepp
67. Stephanie Bussell
68. Justin Slagle
69. Milt Jones
70. Dan Zacks
71. Cindi Zacks
72. Sierra Zacks
73. Scott Cosgrove
74. Mighty Hiker
75. Johntp
76. Louie Anderson
77. Riley
78. Mike Rossner
79. Rosilyne Rossner
80. Harrison (H)
81. Dr. Sprock
82. Tim Heatherington
83. Nephew of Tim Heatherington
84. Soara V.
85. Dogfather
86. Peggy Bridwell
87. Layton Bridwell
88. Tom Michael
89. A J Burch
90. Mark Rossner
91. Hillel Yarri
92. Kelly Gomez
93. Salad
94. Alma Allen
95. Nancy Pierce
96. Deb
97. Shakkey
98. Mike Fogarty
99. Dwain Warren
100. Steve Swan
101. Skeptamistic
102. Rob Stahl
103. Margie Evans
104. Troutboy's guest
105. Brandt Allen
106. Paula Allen
107. Alexis Summerfelt
108. Russel Lenarz
109. Russel Lenarz guest
110. Dave Daly
111. Fred Zeal
112. Steve Grossman
113. Mimi
114. Bill Russell
115. Tim Sinson
116. Tim Heatherington's guest #2
117. Mighty Hiker
118. Steve "Even Steven" Strong
119. Steve Powers
120. Jake Evans
121. Grace Schultz
122. Michelle
123. Schaffer Musser
124. Dave Harrington
125.
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Norm Miller. Do I know you? The name is familiar. Ever haunt Rubidoux? Wichitas?
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 7, 2010 - 12:38am PT
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Norm Miller is an airline pilot for American Airlines....lives in Dallas, and climbs every now and again.....he has done the royal arches WITH the rotten log......Sept., 1977.....so he's been around for awhile....
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Watusi
Social climber
Newport, OR
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Dr. Sprock, Gram Parsons died in Rm. #8, Joshua Tree Inn. Was always a big fan of his, and played the annual festival there commemorating him. If you ever get a chance look up Grand Theft Parsons...It's a trippy film...
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Anastasia
Mountain climber
hanging from a crimp and crying for my mama.
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I'm sad! I won't be going! We are going to be in Chicago where the ground is way too flat for comfort. I will be missing you all!
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Did you guys catch that, a few pages back,Wired Bliss™ rising phoenix-like? I almost missed it.
Welcome back to the original TCU!
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WiredBliss
Trad climber
Flagstaff, AZ
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That is true.
Wired Bliss will be back soon.
Watch for the OFFICAL announcement and website.
Cheers,
WB
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Hey Todd add Dr. Fred Zeal to the list, got an email from him, he said he'd be camping with the family in Josh that weekend, so we should see him. "Is there a Doctor in the house?"
Peace
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Bought tickets and made preservations today. I'll be there from the evening of the 22nd (Thursday) through to Tuesday morning (27th). Looking for climbing partners for Friday, Sunday and Monday, and Saturday morning. (I volunteered to help as needed Saturday afternoon and evening, and Sunday morning.) I'll have transport, but quite limited internet, and no cell phone.
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Steve Grossman
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Byrne baby Byrne! Glad to hear that you are still in the mix.
Mimi and I are going to make it to BirdFest! I have never climbed at JT so it should be big fun!
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salad
climber
Escondido
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wonder if my shirt will be in the mail today. i have some very distasteful photo ideas.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Anders, think Todd will be your main link ..... he always is. :D Peace and Cya soon. lynnie
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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A new run of shirts is on the press right now. If you don't have your yet, you will very soon! If yuou haven't ordered yet... tic-tok!
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Hummerchine
Trad climber
East Wenatchee, WA
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Don't forget Steve Strong...
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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50 pounds of organic white rice..check.
neverwas neverwillbe checking in...
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 10, 2010 - 12:10am PT
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wannabee slicing fish for Grossman, Mimi... and a whole bunch of other people I've always wanted to meet in two weeks. CHECK!!!!
50 lbs organic sushi rice?!?!?!?!1111
Oh f*#k....
HELP?!?!?!1111169
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Apr 10, 2010 - 12:16am PT
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Helper 111169! checking in....
I have knives but no skill.
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eagle
Trad climber
new paltz, ny
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Apr 10, 2010 - 09:03pm PT
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i have always been a fan of the bird and i hope this event goes over well. he came to new paltz, ny. several years ago, laye 90's i believe it was and did a slide show at the climbing store rock and snow....it was packed.
i believe i have most of the early vally regulars beat...i was the youngest guy to climb el cap. i was 3 months into my 16th birthday and the year was 1976. this was never documented but i have pictures to prove it.
have a good time folks
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Apr 10, 2010 - 09:21pm PT
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Dave Lane from Vancouver did the Nose in October 1976. He was then 15.
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Apr 10, 2010 - 09:26pm PT
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Two weeks to go, I'm starting to sandpaper my fingertips to get ready for that abrasive granite that JT serves up.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 10, 2010 - 10:09pm PT
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lol! donini, i can turn you onto a good manicurist.....:D
I guess I don't know any better....it's pretty much all I have, the Josh rock. And I like it. Will be great to meet yo, a super topo persona. Peace, lynnie
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HighDesertDJ
Trad climber
Arid-zona
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Apr 10, 2010 - 10:17pm PT
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Well sh#t. I'm literally gonna be there the weekend before.
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Jan
Mountain climber
Okinawa, Japan
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Apr 11, 2010 - 04:31pm PT
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Can somebody please try to remember to ask Jim if he knows who first named the Sacherer Cracker/Sacherer Crackerer? If anyone would know, it would be him.
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pud
climber
Sportbikeville
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Apr 11, 2010 - 05:24pm PT
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I'm sure this is going to be a successful event for the Bridwells.
Unforntunately, K and I have an expected visiter arriving Monday the 19th and from what I'm told, once he shows up, he likes to hang around the house for a month or so before he puts on his travelin' shoes.
All the best luck guys!
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Apr 11, 2010 - 05:48pm PT
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Less than two weeks. If you still want a shirt BEFORE the event then you gotta get your order in ASAP! I will take orders until midnight April 30. Shirts ordered between the event and the end of the month will be shipped in early May.
http://shop.vershke.com/
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Steve Grossman
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Apr 11, 2010 - 06:51pm PT
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I will try to ask him about SC, Jan.
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Apr 11, 2010 - 10:32pm PT
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Hey, I don't see Jake Evans on the list. He will be representing the 8 yr. old future future rope guns.
Rob, what year was that Stahl Bros. pic? Looks like Jumbo.
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Apr 12, 2010 - 02:13pm PT
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I guess it might be uncool, but will there be nametags? Maybe with both real name and SuperTopo alias?
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Apr 12, 2010 - 02:35pm PT
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ill be the one with a beer in his hand.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Apr 12, 2010 - 07:50pm PT
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Yeah the name tag thing worked pretty good at the Bachar Memorial. All us oldies can't remember anything anyway,so the name tags help.....if we can see em! this needed a bump anyway.
Peace
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Apr 12, 2010 - 07:58pm PT
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Make sure you have bibs, rocking chairs and one or two dialysis machines.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 12, 2010 - 08:15pm PT
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Todd, along with Nature's sushi, I am bringing homemade guacamole and chips....avos are ripening as I type. Any other soft foods I should bring for the old geezers....? lol :DD lynnie
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Apr 12, 2010 - 10:22pm PT
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Lynne-
"Any other soft foods I should bring for the old geezers". So many places to go with that. It depends..
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 12, 2010 - 10:50pm PT
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People have been asking what to bring;.....bring yourself, your friends, your wallet to buy something of Jim's and for sushi if you so desire, beer, and your party spirit so you don't poop out early;.....it's embarrassing and light if you can't at least make it to midnight;....and please have a few beers, cut loose, and make a damn evening of it......I encourage everyone in attendance to make a pledge to at least TRY to party like you mean it...hang tough until the band does the last song;....if you can't do at least that for a MIMIMUM....then you are light and don't know how to party.......AND if you see this man without a beer in his hand;..make sure he gets one....or even two.....VERY IMPORTANT to beer this fellow.....so plan ahead and bring extra beer.....
Remember;...no drink and drive......
Also;....if you have something you wish to donate to the sale of things;....gear, books, art, whatever;....anything you wish to donate and we will put it up for sale to help out the Bridwell family......bring it, and we will put it up for sale with the $ going to Jim and his family...thanks......Todd......
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Skeptimistic
Mountain climber
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Apr 12, 2010 - 10:55pm PT
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Sadly, I will likely be the designated party pooper. Domestic commitments dictate that I bail before the bitter end. But I will be there as long as possible, with cash in hand and good vibes for all. Thanks again for putting this all together!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 12, 2010 - 11:04pm PT
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Midnight is the MINIMUM......or Jim will kick your butt.....
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Apr 12, 2010 - 11:11pm PT
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Hey Dave,
Outer Jumbo in the 80's. Morning resurrection!
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Skeptimistic
Mountain climber
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Apr 12, 2010 - 11:13pm PT
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Hmm... If he breaks my arm, can I get him to sign the cast? Kidding- I definitely do not want to bring on the wrath of The Bird!
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Apr 12, 2010 - 11:13pm PT
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I was at this party at Todd's and got my ass kicked by Jim Bridwell. I did not need those teeth anyways. I only used them to hold my cams...
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 12, 2010 - 11:21pm PT
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Unless I'm dead....then I pro won't make the party....I Promise to make it to the wonderful end. How can anyone leave a partee while the musica is still playing ?
Steve Swan, Mon, yo said re: Todd's last party with band that no one danced and you were ready, willing and able. If you're at this one ... let's dance. :D Peace, lynnie
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 12, 2010 - 11:40pm PT
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Tucker Tech, getting the fire going for another fun evening. What an incredible Dude. Met Tucker first time ever when Gordo Mon took me on my first climb at Suicide summer of 2008. I was an idiot. Tucker, Todd and Tim kind and forgiving.
Climbed last with TT over this Easter. Difficult approach and descent. (the climb itself was a piece of cake except for one move I had trouble figuring out.) TT along with Gordo, Wendell and F10 made the approach\descent happen. I learned much. Peace and love to all you Dudes. I wouldn't have even done that when I was 20. Yo gave me confidence. Love each one of you. lynnie
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 12, 2010 - 11:51pm PT
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nature, sorry if I missed it above, but are you bringing the boxed sake? Or should I pick it up in San Berdino? Looking forward to finally meeting you.
And I got the skill but no knives. Sign me up for a few rolls.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 13, 2010 - 08:27pm PT
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 13, 2010 - 10:07pm PT
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Yowza!
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Anastasia
Mountain climber
hanging from a crimp and crying for my mama.
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Apr 14, 2010 - 02:08am PT
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Wow.
:) AFS
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mucci
Trad climber
The pitch of Bagalaar above you
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Apr 14, 2010 - 02:16am PT
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That picture is already CLASSIC!
Really hoping I can swing the trip.
Mucci
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Apr 14, 2010 - 02:59am PT
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cant wait to ride keys view!
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Apr 14, 2010 - 03:48am PT
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hey there say, wow, now THAT is a house-cleaning pic, if i ever saw one... see, he's getting right to it...
(only the front sofa area, really seems that messy, see?)...
very nice share, todd...
*my comments were all in fun, as to the house cleaning notation mentioned earlier...
nice fun pic!
god blesss...
:)
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Apr 14, 2010 - 03:51am PT
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hey there say, wow, would have liked to be there to see you all... say, i am sending a little something for fun, tomorrow night... hope it gets there in time...
god bless all!
:)
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troutboy
Trad climber
Newark, DE
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Apr 14, 2010 - 10:31am PT
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Hey, I think I saw that house on that TV show "Hoarders". :-)
TS
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G_Gnome
Trad climber
In the mountains... somewhere...
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Apr 14, 2010 - 12:59pm PT
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Todd, Rachel and I should be there too.
Jan
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LuckyPink
climber
the last bivy
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Apr 14, 2010 - 02:34pm PT
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evidence miss puff is a guy .. none of the women noticed the house..
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 15, 2010 - 11:17am PT
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Weather report (10 day) says April 24th, zero precipitation, 72 degrees, 50 at night;...sounds PERFECT!...see you then...
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 15, 2010 - 02:43pm PT
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Todd, anyone going climbing Thurs or Fri ?
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 15, 2010 - 02:55pm PT
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I might go 1/2 day on Friday, and 1/2 day Sat....
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Apr 15, 2010 - 03:33pm PT
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Todd go all day both days, me and Tucker will hold the fort down! Just leave the beer cooler open! I'll be out there Friday about 2:00ish.
Peace
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Ricardo Cabeza
climber
All Over.
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Apr 15, 2010 - 03:51pm PT
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Can I still buy a T-shirt or something?
I'm a poor dirtbag in New Hampshire, and can't make it, but I respect my elders, and those who I grew up reading about.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 15, 2010 - 04:11pm PT
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How does your lawyer take her coffee?
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Apr 15, 2010 - 04:59pm PT
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Ricardo Cabeza (and others with the same concern...)
YES! You can still buy a tee shirt. I am taking orders up until MIDNIGHT, APRIL 30. After that... Poof! They are gone.
Have you seen how cool that puppy looks on the domesticated Bird?
You gotta have one!
http://shop.vershke.com/
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hamie
Social climber
Thekoots
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Apr 15, 2010 - 05:02pm PT
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Don't forget to check out the parallel thread, "Bridwell Stories". Lots of laughs.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 15, 2010 - 10:38pm PT
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Brenda Gal (?).....wondering and lol.
The birdman stayed 3 nights at my place along with many others for the Woodson Reunion. Dude was probably one of the best guests I've ever had. I couldn't even tell he'd used the Master Suite. He cleaned up his dishes, did dishes. This is the man of rock, living with the rock for many years. But he is also a stellar gentleman.
Just gotta say this, so no one on the globe will get the wrong impression of this great guy and incredible part of climbing history. Lynne
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 16, 2010 - 12:03am PT
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Joshua Tree, Cal Topic Author's Reply - Mar 13, 2010 - 07:55pm PT
Updated guest list
1. Jim Bridwell
2. Todd Gordon
3. Tucker Tech
4. Captain...or Skully
5. Lynne Leichtfuss
6. F10
7. Skeptimistic
8. Robert Fonda
9. Ron Gomez
10. Cracko
11. Bullwinkle
12. DEE (Dave Ernest Evans)
13. Cynthia L
14. G.Davis
15-19 Cal Celts (5 piece ragaae/ska band)
20. Nature (Sushi master)
21. Norm Miller (Dallas, Tx.)
22. Locker (Rick Thompson)
23. Pat Dennis
24. Frank Bentwood
25. Ryan Rothacher
26. Resa Ashbachar
27. Beth Shilliday
28. Steve (Cho)
29. Tom Murphy
30. Larry (Larabee AKA Larry Loads)
31. John Frericks
32. Dana Eubanks
33. Tim S (troutboy)
34. Jim Donini
35. Guy Keesee
36. Bob Gaines
37. Kirschen Katz
38. Dave Katz
39. Rich Bararra
40. Gina Bararra
41. Joe (Santa Cruz)
42. Paul Addison
43. Mrs. P.Addison
44. Derick Reinig
45. Yolonda
46. Ashley Pangborn
47. Sarah Alexander
48. Peter Mayfield
49. Charlie Kable
50. Tony Zeek
51. Karl Zeek
52. Kevin Powell
53. Will Cassalaro
54. Stephanie Cassalaro
55. Spencer Lennard
56. Tashina
57. Al Perry
58. Denise
59. Karl Baba
60. Pete (Palm Springs)
61. Katie (Palm Springs)
62. Mark Hoffman
63. Dave Cox
64. David Bloom
65. Amanda Schlepp
66. Drew Schlepp
67. Stephanie Bussell
68. Justin Slagle
69. Milt Jones
70. Dan Zacks
71. Cindi Zacks
72. Sierra Zacks
73. Scott Cosgrove
74. Mighty Hiker
75. Johntp
76. Louie Anderson
77. Riley
78. Mike Rossner
79. Rosilyne Rossner
80. Harrison (H)
81. Dr. Sprock
82. Tim Heatherington
83. Nephew of Tim Heatherington
84. Soara V.
85. Dogfather
86. Peggy Bridwell
87. Layton Bridwell
88. Tom Michael
89. A J Burch
90. Mark Rossner
91. Hillel Yarri
92. Kelly Gomez
93. Salad
94. Alma Allen
95. Nancy Pierce
96. Deb
97. Shakkey
98. Mike Fogarty
99. Dwain Warren
100. Steve Swan
101. Skeptamistic
102. Rob Stahl
103. Margie Evans
104. Troutboy's guest
105. Brandt Allen
106. Paula Allen
107. Alexis Summerfelt
108. Russel Lenarz
109. Russel Lenarz guest
110. Dave Daly
111. Fred Zeal
112. Steve Grossman
113. Mimi
114. Bill Russell
115. Tim Sinson
116. Tim Heatherington's guest #2
117. Steve "Even Steven" Strong
118. Steve Powers
119. Jake Evans
120. Grace Schultz
121. Michelle
122. Schaffer Musser
123. Dave Harrington
124. Russ Walling (if he's not too busy...)
125. Jan McCullum
126. Rachael McCullum
127. Linnea Alexande
128. R. Bolton
129. Tonatzin
130. Kojak
131. Larry Stone guest #1
132. Larry Stone guest #2
133. Liz Murry
134. Tim Pinar
135. Penny Pinar
136. Brett Pinar
137. Randy Vogel
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 16, 2010 - 12:08am PT
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Author's Reply - Apr 1, 2010 - 04:10am PT
funds list...
1. Todd Gordon $100 donation
2. Ihateplastic t-shirt sales profit donations (http://www.shop.vershke.com/category.sc?categoryId=
3. G Davis one pair new climbing shoes donation
4. Cracko $500 (and more before Feb. 1st...)
5. Al Sanderson $250
6. Tim Schafstall $25
7. Marty George Myers Book with signitures (auction $?)
8. Pat Dennis Pitons to sell/auction
9. Larry (the lion tamer) "loads" Larabee $100 donation
10. Donini $500 climbing day pledge with Jim
11. R. Harrison pair of climbing shoes, 2 harnesses, $100 cash
12 Dave Katz 2 copies of " Getting High in LA" out of print guides
13. Paul Addison $100 donation pledge
14. Roy Lenzo $100-150 donation
15. Eric Perlman Master's of Stone DVD set for auction/sale
16. Anonymous $500 donation
17. M. Chessler $2000 donation pledge (w/some book signings)
18. M. Clemmons $500 donation
19. D. Eubanks $250 donation
20. Johntp $200 (and much more before our starting date...)
21. Five Ten $200 donation, plus a pair of shoes to sell or auction
22. 100 Euros ($138 US) (paypal deposit)
23. Eric Kohl cool pic for Jim, Graham, and Worral on Free Blast donation for sale or auction
24. Kurt Smith gear donations for sale or auction
Sterling Rope-Ion-9.5 X 80 m bi-color dry-
Evolv-Escapist 9.5
Evolv- Reactor 8
Evolv Chalk bags x3 Evolv t shirt ladies 21g, 1 md
Metolius chalk bags x2
Metolius Eco ball x2
Metolius Iron Hand Glove; 1 md, 1 lg,
B.D. Chalk bags
Frisksn t-shirts 1 men/women sm, me,lg.
25. Sarah Alexander 50% of new sales donated to Jim http://sohappypet.com/community/Bridwell.html
26. Ihateplastic (Simon) $50 donation (
http://www.shop.vershke.com/category.sc?categoryId=
27. Louie Anderson Some Riverside Quarry Guides to sell/auction
28. Woodson Shindig, Vertical holds Gym in San Diego raffle ticket sales and gear sales $700
29. Guido $100
30. Tripper Jack Marshall $100
31. Steve Simpson items for sale/auction Ice axe, finger board, Bachar ladder, crampons, etc.
32. Nathan guidebooks for sale/auction (Uinta guides, Yosemite, Joshua Tree,etc.)
33. Liberty Mountain 2 Singing Rock Attack Harnesses $50 ea
1 Edelweiss Flashlight 10mm x 60m Rope $170
1 - Vaude Expedition Rock 45+10 backpack $150
1 Set (1-13) ABC Huevos (stoppers) $8
34. Wired Bliss Set of 5 TCUs
35. Wicked Gravity
1 madrock belay device
6 wire gate biners
3 bent gate biners
1 locker biner
1 Vargo titanium stove
36. Mike Fogarty $250 donation
37. Peter Mayfield a spot at Donner summer climbing camp
http://www.sierraexperience.org/summer-camps.html
38. G. Epperson Rock Prints books (% of sales)
39. Lisa Gnade/Steve Petro DMM/Red Chili/Wild Country
Many biners and quick draws
40. Lots of t-shirts and Gory Mag (Polish) from Ihateplastic
41. Big of Box from Madrock (packs, gear, etc....)
Thanks to all our supporters;...you are making it happen...THANK YOU!
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Apr 16, 2010 - 12:12am PT
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I see that I'm both #74 and #117. Overachieving for a good cause.
I'll bring some good hard CanaDollars with which to buy stuff I may not really need.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 16, 2010 - 12:16am PT
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Each Canadian counts for two;......that's just the way I see it.....I respect our brothers from Canadia to the North.....(eh?)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 16, 2010 - 01:25am PT
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If anyone would wish to bring something to add to the sale...any gear, collectables, artwork, photography, guidebooks, ...any cool stuff that you think we could sell at the Bridwellfest to help us reach our goal and to help out Jim, Peggy, and Layton...just bring it, give it to me, Jim, or Ron Gomez...and we will add it to the stuff.......and thanks for helping out......if it doesn't get sold at the Bridwellfest...I'll put it on ebay later....so it will all go to help out Jim and his family.........we have had a great response so far with lots of cool stuff from people and companies supporting this whole deal...it's been really cool;....THANK YOU!
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Captain...or Skully
Social climber
mun jae upso yo
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Apr 16, 2010 - 06:25pm PT
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I'm out.
Fate won't let me hang with ya'll.
Have a good time. See ya.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 16, 2010 - 06:48pm PT
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Dang, Skully, know I won't be the only one disappointed you can't make it. Hoping to finally meet you in the real.....Peace, lynnie
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rbolton
Social climber
The home for...
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Apr 16, 2010 - 07:00pm PT
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Todd,
I'm in. I'm bringing Tonatzin and Kojak. Looks like a hoot.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Apr 16, 2010 - 07:18pm PT
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OK Bolton hope the girl doesn't mind all us crazed old bags! Lookin' forward to seeing you. You bringing the booze or me?
Peace
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rbolton
Social climber
The home for...
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Apr 16, 2010 - 07:23pm PT
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Looking at the list of rummies, I'd say we both better bring booze.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 16, 2010 - 08:00pm PT
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If everyone brings enough booze for themselves AND one other person I think we might still need more booze
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Apr 16, 2010 - 08:06pm PT
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did someone say booze???
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 16, 2010 - 08:31pm PT
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vee-don't-need-no-stinkin'-booze....
and oh yeah... everyone bring booze for Jim and Tucker and Todd.
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Apr 17, 2010 - 01:40am PT
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Ja, we got rice and booze. Bring your snorkels. After all, it is a beach party! JT beach by the tree....
here fishy fishy
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Apr 17, 2010 - 02:03pm PT
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hey there say, wow, now, i sure wish i could go, seeing all that neat guest list.. oh my...
sad to see captian... or skully, can't go now... :(
well, say, TODD:
i just sent a dream catcher to jim a few days ago...
it can go to him, as a keepsake...
or...
he can sell it, or you can sell it...
however he wants...
(they only run about 30 bucks for that size)
so it wouldn't bring much...
i thought he might like the memory of it, for a keepsake
as to this special time....
let me know, if for some reason it does not get there...
though, i am fairly certain that it should...
god bless...
:)
*hey there say, johntp... say, take some pics for me, since i could
not go, but nearly did, due to a friend.... ;)
god bless!
:)
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 17, 2010 - 03:34pm PT
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Who will be around on Saturday to help prep food? Let's get a list so we can communicate on what's needed and what we can each do to help out.
We need help all day long. I could use spot help at various times.
Todd - you probably already realize this but setting up in the same place I did last time would be ideal. Probably put the grills down there.
Lynne - you said you had a 10x10' pop up tent? is it an EZ-UP.
We'll need a few more tables.
I'd like to start coordinating how we'll deliver food to these masses.
Todd - is anyone setting up a wet bar again? Was it margarita's last time? IIRC correctly it closed down way too early. LOL!
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 17, 2010 - 03:49pm PT
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nature, we'll do whatever we can to help but we're going climbing first, mmkay?
I was wondering about the bar...will it be beer and ritas or beer and sake?
We can pick up such supplies on the way in on Friday.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 17, 2010 - 04:00pm PT
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locker. sweet. We'll need a lot of it. I have a 3 gallon percolator I'm brining.
Mimi - great thanks!
I don't expect anyone to miss out on climbing and expect that late in the day I'll have a ton of people willing to help out. I'm hoping for one or two people who will be around most of the afternoon to help.
Late in the afternoon I'll need some help with the following:
make edamame
make miso
help set up so the masses can easily access the food
And dammit if I don't still need someone else to help roll!
I was wondering about the bar...will it be beer and ritas or beer and sake?
all of the above? I already have four bottles of sake (though I'll probably keep that at the sushi bar - at least the Sayuri :-)
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 17, 2010 - 04:09pm PT
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I'll do the miso and can help roll. I'll need a knife; knott bringing it on the plane.
What jug sake do you recommend? You know, the cheap stuff you have to heat. Gekkeikan isn't too bad and easy to find.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 17, 2010 - 04:28pm PT
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if you are going to help roll then skip out on the Miso. It's so much easier to have one person per job.
I'll have knives - no problem there.
Gekkeikan - I think that's the stuff the Reverend Pagan Monkey Boy buys by the gallon. yup.. .that'll work. All the sake I have is unfiltered cold.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 17, 2010 - 06:17pm PT
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I'll check on what kind of awning thingy I have. I can help early, I will forswear climbing. Perhaps someone will be kind enough to hook up Thurs. or Sunday for rocking.
I am bringing a Large 3'X 6" wide by 8' long table. Do you need another table. I can probably get one or two of those standard 5 or 6 foot long fold up ones.
I don't know how to make what you mentioned but I learn fairly quickly and take orders well. :D
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 17, 2010 - 06:28pm PT
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lol! both of what i mentioned require boiling water and not burning the water ;-)
two extra tables would be great. thanks for checking on the popup. just wondering.
maybe we should chat in the next couple days about food for these freaks?
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 17, 2010 - 07:32pm PT
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Lynne, count us in for Sunday. I'll make Steve get the rope up there.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 17, 2010 - 07:57pm PT
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Nature, Mon
So far I have never burned H2O.....well I guess there's always the first :D
So I will bring the jazz and if yo talking to me yes lets talk about feeding the unwashed masses....We be having so much Fun in one week or less. Smiles, lynnie
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 17, 2010 - 08:04pm PT
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Awwww, Mimi.....
That is so kind. Before you commit to this Grand Sunday Adventure talk to Todd, he can better describe how well I do (or do not) climb. Can't wait for the Fun and Festivities and MUSICA !!! Have I ever mentioned I Like music ??? and people and food and did I say FUN ? :D
Praying for safe journey's for all as we slowly begin to make our way this week to the Gordon Rancho. lynnie
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 17, 2010 - 09:53pm PT
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Shirley, you jest.
After two days of high angle dummy domes and the party, we'll all be in it together.
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Apr 17, 2010 - 11:05pm PT
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I'll bring a knife for Mimi. And this guy and his twin.
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Apr 17, 2010 - 11:11pm PT
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Just don't ask me to cook it; me and rice have never found a happy place. On the other hand, I can do the edamommy and some marinated tofu. How much do you figure we'll need?
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H
Mountain climber
there and back again
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Apr 17, 2010 - 11:36pm PT
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Lucky Pink and I will be happy to help out Saturday am as early as needed. We're good at chopping, cooking, set up, clean up, you name it.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 17, 2010 - 11:43pm PT
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Awwww, Mimi you and Steve rock ! Peace and Thanks.
H !!!!! Would that be Harrison our Yellow Pine Mon ?? Oh mg, it will be so great to see yo and Lucky Pink again. Love from lynnie
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 17, 2010 - 11:47pm PT
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I've already got five lbs of edamame. Mmmm.... marinated tofu. could do a pound or two of that.
Say hello to my little friend.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 17, 2010 - 11:49pm PT
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nature, have you met lucky pink and harrison ? You are rounding up a great crew to help you early on. Smiles, lynne
EDIT: Todd do you have big black trash bags ? Are you gonna have trash bags and recycle cans and bottle bags ? If you need I can help with that too. :D
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Apr 18, 2010 - 12:01am PT
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nature-
I'll cook your 5 pounds of edamommy and do the tofu too.
Wait, that doesn't sound right....
Plus I need to take some pics for our absentee friend the neebeester. We will miss you neebee!
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Apr 18, 2010 - 12:03am PT
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nature, Todd, et al: I arrive Thursday evening. Planning to climb on Friday, and maybe Saturday morning. Available to help Saturday afternoon and evening, and clean-up Sunday morning. Though I hope to be able to participate a bit more in the auctions this year - last year I was kind of preoccupied with helping.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 18, 2010 - 12:31am PT
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Hi Anders, be grate to see yo again :D
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 18, 2010 - 12:46am PT
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Norm Miller (Dallas, Texas), who is planning on flying in for the Bridwellfest;...is presently stuck in London, England;.....no flights out because of the Iceland Volcano Ash.......so he is just drinking in British pubs.....properly preparing for Bridwellfest.....(Tucker is also drinking presently to prepare for Bridwellfest...).......start preparing now...Hope Norm makes it. The climb "Norm" out at Dairy Queen Area of Joshua Tree, is named after him.....
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 18, 2010 - 12:37pm PT
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Todd, if you see Tucker please let him know I will be bringing more "supplies" out Thurs. afternoon or Friday morning. Ask him to have a project ready. Is it time to trench yet? Thanks, Lynne
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Apr 18, 2010 - 01:22pm PT
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As I will be bringing supplies out as well for Tucker, does he need an escort to the party, I'll be glad to pick him up as we can tend to the supplies!
Peace
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Acer
Big Wall climber
AZ
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Apr 18, 2010 - 02:53pm PT
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I cant find Todds Addy. I wrote it down and now it is lost.
Where do I Go for the party?
Park Blvd to ??
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 18, 2010 - 04:22pm PT
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Acer, address is 9561 Star Lane. :D
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 18, 2010 - 05:40pm PT
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I think I might drive out Thursday night. Try and work in the morning friday. Try and get out in the afternoon and climb. Try and set up and prep food Friday night.
Pondering the sushi menu.... the standard stuff...
Unagi
Anago
Tobiko
Uni
Yellowtail
Yellowfin
murugai
hotagai
live sweet shrimp
did I mention Uni?
Live softshell crab
New Zealand farmed king salmon (cool looking aquaculture technique)
green mussels
Appetizers:
edamame
cucumber salad
seaweed salad
miso soup
Plus we're gonna fire up grill and throw down beef or chicken (possibly sheep?). Salad (some greens from my garden) and potato's (should I bring my spud gun?)
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 18, 2010 - 05:46pm PT
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Working on weed control today....no the real weeds like dandelions. Nice to take a break once in a while. The Fest is as good an excuse as any.
Nature, menu sounds awesome !!! Are you sure you want so many choices ? You need to have fun too. Remember your "social counselor" recommended taking breaks just like bands take set breaks...... :D lynnie
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 18, 2010 - 06:05pm PT
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"we're" is you guys. And the variety of it all doesn't change the amount of work. LOL!
Is Blair brining is "friends" again? ;-)
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Skeptimistic
Mountain climber
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Apr 18, 2010 - 06:15pm PT
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Wowza! Menu is awesome!
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 18, 2010 - 09:00pm PT
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Locker, I had no idea that you were a sheep bugger.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Apr 18, 2010 - 10:04pm PT
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There's TONS we don't know about Locker.........and we're proly better off that way! Se ya there Locker? (with no sheep attached)
Peace
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Apr 18, 2010 - 10:09pm PT
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Hey Locker maybe that Brendapuff can give ya some rough stuff that weekend! Or maybe you can do "her" a "favor" and show her some rough stuff.
Peace
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Apr 18, 2010 - 10:17pm PT
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locker showed her the
SHORT Stuff.
Just saying.....
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 18, 2010 - 10:20pm PT
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This is what I would consider thread drift.
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 18, 2010 - 10:31pm PT
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Yes, you're right and it would be great if the head sheep bugger would be there. But he may be too busy....
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Apr 18, 2010 - 10:32pm PT
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hey there say, johntp... welllll, i almost made it, if it was not for the timing....
i just had to respect my dear dad, and not travel again, and look for work, somehow... i don't want him to think i am not honest, though the trip was a gift (and i've done job hunts)... and i did pay the gal back (for her gift of a trip to see my buddies) with the handmade gift (worth a lot, as due to that fact)---but a father wants to see more job-action and not more of the friendship endeavors in my life... :)
but one day, the good lord willing, all this work out, and i can visit you all...
god bless... have a great time and may nature's cooking,
be one of his best! for all you guest! and that is no jest!*
*oh my, just liked the work play on all that, though the sentiments are so true, for his job to be well done:
(well, unless some folks like some foods, a bit more "rarer" than "well done")... ;)
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Apr 18, 2010 - 10:43pm PT
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I'll roll in to Todd and Andrea's around 10-11 AM on Saturday. Gotta pick up the fish in downtown LA around 6.
Just want to thank everyone in advance for making this happen. A lotta work going on behind the scene.
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Apr 18, 2010 - 10:58pm PT
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too fricking funny!
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 18, 2010 - 11:01pm PT
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Word on the street...LOL!
BrendaPuff = Hankster
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 18, 2010 - 11:04pm PT
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What color is your van Brenda ? lynnie
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H
Mountain climber
there and back again
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Apr 18, 2010 - 11:14pm PT
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Mo and I will be coming Wednesday night to get a camp site and go climbing Thursday.
Lynne it will be great to see you too. I have a bunch of plastic bags already I'll bring them. And 3lbs of coffee. Plus some stuff for the sale.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 18, 2010 - 11:33pm PT
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Smiling and lynnie laughing....uh, no. Just want to make sure that everyone knows that your van color is Not my van.....hehehe. I like to enjoy my sweet, quiet JTree nites......You are pretty hilarious Brenda or did they say Caylor is yo middle name ?????? :DD
Edit: Wait, Sportsmobile.....is this zip finally back to give up some fun on the Taco ??????????????????? and pulling our legs in the process....
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 18, 2010 - 11:44pm PT
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No.
but Zip and Brenda would be a hookup worth the gossip.
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Fluoride
Trad climber
Hollywood, CA
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Apr 19, 2010 - 09:10am PT
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Hey Todd, this thread has grown so big. I went back a few pages and it still didn't help. Anyone care to put down a list of who is coming, stuff that is for sale, sushi that is to be fested, etc. Just a basic rundown.
See y'all next weekend.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 19, 2010 - 09:31am PT
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Updated guest list
1. Jim Bridwell
2. Todd Gordon
3. Tucker Tech
4. Captain...or Skully
5. Lynne Leichtfuss
6. F10
7. Skeptimistic
8. Robert Fonda
9. Ron Gomez
10. Cracko
11. Bullwinkle
12. DEE (Dave Ernest Evans)
13. Cynthia L
14. G.Davis
15-19 Cal Celts (5 piece ragaae/ska band)
20. Nature (Sushi master)
21. Norm Miller (Dallas, Tx.)
22. Locker (Rick Thompson)
23. Pat Dennis
24. Frank Bentwood
25. Ryan Rothacher
26. Resa Ashbachar
27. Beth Shilliday
28. Steve (Cho)
29. Tom Murphy
30. Larry (Larabee AKA Larry Loads)
31. John Frericks
32. Dana Eubanks
33. Tim S (troutboy)
34. Jim Donini
35. Guy Keesee
36. Bob Gaines
37. Kirschen Katz
38. Dave Katz
39. Rich Bararra
40. Gina Bararra
41. Joe (Santa Cruz)
42. Paul Addison
43. Mrs. P.Addison
44. Derick Reinig
45. Yolonda
46. Ashley Pangborn
47. Sarah Alexander
48. Peter Mayfield
49. Charlie Kable
50. Tony Zeek
51. Karl Zeek
52. Kevin Powell
53. Will Cassalaro
54. Stephanie Cassalaro
55. Spencer Lennard
56. Tashina
57. Al Perry
58. Denise
59. Karl Baba
60. Pete (Palm Springs)
61. Katie (Palm Springs)
62. Mark Hoffman
63. Dave Cox
64. David Bloom
65. Amanda Schlepp
66. Drew Schlepp
67. Stephanie Bussell
68. Justin Slagle
69. Milt Jones
70. Dan Zacks
71. Cindi Zacks
72. Sierra Zacks
73. Scott Cosgrove
74. Mighty Hiker
75. Johntp
76. Louie Anderson
77. Riley
78. Mike Rossner
79. Rosilyne Rossner
80. Harrison (H)
81. Dr. Sprock
82. Tim Heatherington
83. Nephew of Tim Heatherington
84. Soara V.
85. Dogfather
86. Peggy Bridwell
87. Layton Bridwell
88. Tom Michael
89. A J Burch
90. Mark Rossner
91. Hillel Yarri
92. Kelly Gomez
93. Salad
94. Alma Allen
95. Nancy Pierce
96. Deb
97. Shakkey
98. Mike Fogarty
99. Dwain Warren
100. Steve Swan
101. Diana ( wife of Skeptamistic )
102. Rob Stahl
103. Margie Evans
104. Troutboy's guest
105. Brandt Allen
106. Paula Allen
107. Alexis Summerfelt
108. Russel Lenarz
109. Russel Lenarz guest
110. Dave Daly
111. Fred Zeal
112. Steve Grossman
113. Mimi
114. Bill Russell
115. Tim Sinson
116. Tim Heatherington's guest #2
117. Steve "Even Steven" Strong
118. Steve Powers
119. Jake Evans
120. Grace Schultz
121. Michelle
122. Schaffer Musser
123. Dave Harrington
124. Russ Walling (if he's not too busy...)
125. Jan McCullum
126. Rachael McCullum
127. Linnea Alexande
128. R. Bolton
129. Tonatzin
130. Kojak
131. Larry Stone guest #1
132. Larry Stone guest #2
133. Liz Murry
134. Tim Pinar
135. Penny Pinar
136. Brett Pinar
137. Randy Vogel
138. Bob Jensen
139. Mo
140. H
141. Brendapuff
142. Friend of Skeptimistic
143. Brian in SLC
144. Banks
145. Jude (Mtnmun)
146. Max Heines
This is the current list, as on Monday, April 19th. We are expecting around 200 people.
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bob
climber
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Apr 19, 2010 - 09:35am PT
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I'll be there! Gotta get on that list!
Bob Jensen
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Ricardo Cabeza
climber
All Over.
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Apr 19, 2010 - 09:48am PT
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Wow what a guest list!
It'd be awesome to hang out with so many fossils...I mean, uh, pioneers! :)
Have fun!
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Watusi
Social climber
Newport, OR
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Apr 19, 2010 - 09:57am PT
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Skeptimistic
Mountain climber
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Apr 19, 2010 - 10:07am PT
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I've got my wife (Diana) & another buddy coming also. I'm pretty sure it's at least 2 for all you can eat sushi too.
Edit- you've got me down twice - #7 & 101
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 19, 2010 - 10:12am PT
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What to bring;....Bring yourself, your pal(s), booze for yourself and Tucker Tech (be sure to beer him everytime you see him ), some $ to purchase anything Jim is selling that you might be interested in; both new and used gear (Either Jim's personal gear or gear donated by climbing companies or individuals, ....bring anything you would like to donate to the sale (any climbing gear, climbing books, art, t-shirt, services, or anything you make that you think we could sell to help us reach our goal).....any donation helps;....if you are here climbing;...just donate a piece of climbing gear;...and we will sell it (or try to sell it...)....bring an appitite for food (sushi and other),...I think it's $30 all you can eat, or $10 a plate....and try to commit to the midnight minimum so that you get full value out of this event....Be psyched and ready to party, throw it down for The Bird, pretend you are young when you aren't, stick it out, get up in your own grill, and see old friends and meet new ones........Dance , party, drink, eat, go climbing, buy climbing gear, donate, throw up, get laid, over-eat, tell a bunch of lies, hang with your homies, take pictures, flap, show off, help out the Bridwells, trash my house, own of piece of climbing history, eat dead animals from the ocean, have some barley and hops, drink some Wild Turkey, take shots of tequilla, wear your Bridwellfest t-shirt, buy something for your boss at work and your mother-in-law, give Tucker Tech a beer, meet local hillbillies, steal things from my kitchen (only if you have to), party with the band, sleep out under the stars, pee in my yard, see a Jim Bridwell slideshow, meet the Father of Yosemite Big Wall climbing and N. American's premier alpine master, have a smoke, met your future spouse, be obnoxious, be rowdy, be busy, have fun, get your groove on, and get down on your bad self.........that should take most of the evening...
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10b4me
Boulder climber
Hell A
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Apr 19, 2010 - 01:15pm PT
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directions please
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Apr 19, 2010 - 01:25pm PT
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NOW that was well said Todd! Let's see, bring a beer for Tucker.....and bring a beer for Tucker and booze for Tucker!
Peace
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Watusi
Social climber
Newport, OR
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Apr 19, 2010 - 02:13pm PT
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I hope you folks have an awesome time and party "Out of Bounds!!"
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Apr 19, 2010 - 02:25pm PT
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Why does that monkey have supermodel Linda Evangelista in a shipping crate?
Is SHE going to Bridwellfest?
Damn! There goes the budget, she won't get out of bed for less than $10K a day.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 19, 2010 - 02:33pm PT
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just get locker to crawl in bed with her. That'll get her up.
him too!
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Apr 19, 2010 - 10:32pm PT
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Todd, that last post had me crying with laughter! Pretend you are young when you are not; it is a serious game we play.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 19, 2010 - 10:41pm PT
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OMG, Todd Mon, you do have a way with words......I'm picking some fun ones for me like party with the band.....
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Apr 19, 2010 - 10:53pm PT
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10b4me-
Park road South. Right (west) on Rincon. Left (south) on Star.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 19, 2010 - 10:57pm PT
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I'm pretty much done with shopping.
Uni from San Diego ordered - CHECK!
got the veggies, will make up sauces and whatnot tomorrow.
Heading out around 3PM Thursday. Need to work a little Friday morning (Todd - got wifi?).
Want to climb Friday afternoon. Prep food friday night.
I can't fricking wait!
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F10
Trad climber
e350 / Bishop
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Apr 19, 2010 - 11:01pm PT
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Headed out tomorrow,
Nature, I can give a hand on friday and saturday
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 19, 2010 - 11:06pm PT
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sweet....
Friday will be sort of mellow on the food prep. But it'll make Saturday a little easier.
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rlf
Trad climber
Josh, CA
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Apr 19, 2010 - 11:07pm PT
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This is gonna be a great party!
See ya all there. I'll have tucker in tow with me!!!
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Apr 19, 2010 - 11:52pm PT
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Hwy 62(I think) turn on Park Blvd, towards the monument(old school of course), right on Rincon(only street light on Park Blvd), left on Star Lane, to to end. rlf glad to hear you'll have Tucker, saves me from drinking and driving,(with Tucker)thought I might have to tow him into Todd's. See you there!
Peace
Edit: Donini don't bring Jimbo in too late on Friday, he has WORK(WURK,(locker)) to do!
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Apr 20, 2010 - 12:23am PT
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T-SHIRT UPDATE...
The final lot of shirts comes off the press Wednesday morning. Tomorrow I will be writing those of you who have placed orders but not received shirts yet. I will give you the option of picking up your shirt at the event (makes sense if you are 100% sure going) or having it sent to the mailing address you indicated on the order. Look for those letters in your inbox Tuesday AM.
For those of you around the world that still haven't ordered your shirts... DO IT or it's crying time! The absolute deadline is MIDNIGHT ON THE LAST DAY OF APRIL. After that they are no more.
http://shop.vershke.com
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 20, 2010 - 02:14am PT
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What! No negris!?
Damn, I'll hafta settle for a white Rastafarian!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 20, 2010 - 06:16am PT
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Donini is in the House.....(literally)....saw him yesterday;...he's ready to party like a rock star....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 20, 2010 - 06:36am PT
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Weather report;..Thurs is 51 with showers......Fri. is 68 and cloudy....Sat.Bridwellfest is 73 and sunny.........party time..
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 20, 2010 - 06:41am PT
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funds list...
1. Todd Gordon $100 donation
2. Ihateplastic t-shirt sales profit donations (http://www.shop.vershke.com/category.sc?categoryId=
3. G Davis one pair new climbing shoes donation
4. Cracko $500 (and more before Feb. 1st...)
5. Al Sanderson $250
6. Tim Schafstall $25
7. Marty George Myers Book with signitures (auction $?)
8. Pat Dennis Pitons to sell/auction
9. Larry (the lion tamer) "loads" Larabee $100 donation
10. Donini $500 climbing day pledge with Jim
11. R. Harrison pair of climbing shoes, 2 harnesses, $100 cash
12 Dave Katz 2 copies of " Getting High in LA" out of print guides
13. Paul Addison $100 donation pledge
14. Roy Lenzo $100-150 donation
15. Eric Perlman Master's of Stone DVD set for auction/sale
16. Anonymous $500 donation
17. M. Chessler $2000 donation pledge (w/some book signings)
18. M. Clemmons $500 donation
19. D. Eubanks $250 donation
20. Johntp $200 (and much more before our starting date...)
21. Five Ten $200 donation, plus a pair of shoes to sell or auction
22. 100 Euros ($138 US) (paypal deposit)
23. Eric Kohl cool pic for Jim, Graham, and Worral on Free Blast donation for sale or auction
24. Kurt Smith gear donations for sale or auction
Sterling Rope-Ion-9.5 X 80 m bi-color dry-
Evolv-Escapist 9.5
Evolv- Reactor 8
Evolv Chalk bags x3 Evolv t shirt ladies 21g, 1 md
Metolius chalk bags x2
Metolius Eco ball x2
Metolius Iron Hand Glove; 1 md, 1 lg,
B.D. Chalk bags
Frisksn t-shirts 1 men/women sm, me,lg.
25. Sarah Alexander 50% of new sales donated to Jim http://sohappypet.com/community/Bridwell.html
26. Ihateplastic (Simon) $50 donation (
http://www.shop.vershke.com/category.sc?categoryId=
27. Louie Anderson Some Riverside Quarry Guides to sell/auction
28. Woodson Shindig, Vertical holds Gym in San Diego raffle ticket sales and gear sales $700
29. Guido $100
30. Tripper Jack Marshall $100
31. Steve Simpson items for sale/auction Ice axe, finger board, Bachar ladder, crampons, etc.
32. Nathan guidebooks for sale/auction (Uinta guides, Yosemite, Joshua Tree,etc.)
33. Liberty Mountain 2 Singing Rock Attack Harnesses $50 ea
1 Edelweiss Flashlight 10mm x 60m Rope $170
1 - Vaude Expedition Rock 45+10 backpack $150
1 Set (1-13) ABC Huevos (stoppers) $8
34. Wired Bliss Set of 5 TCUs
35. Wicked Gravity
1 madrock belay device
6 wire gate biners
3 bent gate biners
1 locker biner
1 Vargo titanium stove
36. Mike Fogarty $250 donation
37. Peter Mayfield a spot at Donner summer climbing camp
http://www.sierraexperience.org/summer-camps.html
38. G. Epperson Rock Prints books (% of sales)
39. Lisa Gnade/Steve Petro DMM/Red Chili/Wild Country
Many biners and quick draws
40. Lots of t-shirts and Gory Mag (Polish) from Ihateplastic
41. Big of Box from Madrock (packs, gear, etc....)
42. Metolius is sending a big box.
43. Linnea Alexander $250 donation
44. Dick Dorworth donated books
45. Bruce Perschbacher $100 donation
46. Neebee gift for Jim and family
Thanks to all our supporters;...you are making it happen...THANK YOU!
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dirt claud
Sport climber
san diego,ca
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Apr 20, 2010 - 03:02pm PT
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Todd
Please add Claudio Ricardez/Shelli Limon to the list, sounds like a great time, thanks for doing this.
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Apr 20, 2010 - 03:04pm PT
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This is kinda important, so please read...
Okay! If you have ordered a shirt and you have not received it yet PLEASE CHECK YOUR E-MAIL!!! We have sent out a message giving you a choice of getting the shirt at the event or having it come to your home/business address. WE NEED TO KNOW if you want to get it at the event. We will be sending Todd an Express Mail package with all shirts that people want to pick up. If you don't tell us... we will not send it to Todd. We will send it to your home/business.
If you have any questions, please drop me a line!
simon@vershke.com
And remember... if you want additional shirts please ORDER BEFORE APRIL 30 because the shirts CEASE TO EXIST on May 1. Tell you friends, your aunts, your babysitter, your mistress, your sheep, the mayor of your town.
Get a shirt or hit the dirt!
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marty(r)
climber
beneath the valley of ultravegans
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Apr 20, 2010 - 03:16pm PT
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Todd/TacoFolks~
The Bird Book of Dreams (Yosemite Climber) that Roger Breedlove and I have been sending around for signatures will be at the event with Todd this weekend pending safe arrival from Hawai'i (care of Boo Dawg.) A fund-raising effort will commence sometime in July. Take a look as it gets shown around but PLEASE don't party foul or puke in it PLEASE. (Tucker spew will likely not add much historical value!)
On a side note, I'd like to see the book end up in Ken's museum but I'm not sure how many people would be willing to contribute to the Bird fund if they cannot own the book themselves. What does everyone think, donations versus auction? What yields the greatest benefit?
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Apr 20, 2010 - 10:40pm PT
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Self bump cuz I don't want anyone left in the dark re: Bridwellfest shirt delivery.
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 20, 2010 - 10:51pm PT
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Sell the book to the highest bidder. A collector will go after it and so would YCA.
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Apr 21, 2010 - 11:41am PT
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I contributed a bunch of shirts (BAT, DOLT, Hollow Flake, etc.) to the auction and ten sets of the annual photo edition of the Polish climbing magazine GORY. That magazine is top effen notch! I love it and I hope the auction winners will too.
Can someone get some pics of the lucky Gory winners? I want send them to my friend (the editor) in Poland? Who knows, you might end up in the magazine! It worked for these folks!
Also, remember to get photos of people enjoying the shirts! I love to see happy people in my products!
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Acer
Big Wall climber
AZ
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Apr 21, 2010 - 12:57pm PT
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I'll read Gory.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 21, 2010 - 05:31pm PT
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I need two propane tanks. Can anyone supply?
(and we'll need another for the grill).
Thanks (I hope ;-)!
Acer: where in AZ are you located?
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Apr 21, 2010 - 05:33pm PT
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nature,
i have at least two. ill bring em filled up.
edit - can bring 3, but i wont be there until 11pm friday earliest.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 21, 2010 - 05:35pm PT
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two is probably fine. I'd imagine whoever brings the grill will have one.
I'll bring my one gallon just in case.
thanks!
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Apr 21, 2010 - 09:03pm PT
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bump. i just got the official ok to go. figured it was a slam dunk as i was home bound the last weekend in march with my sons bday, then suffered easter weekend at the inlaws in SF, then last weekend rented out a room at a restaurant back in the bay area again for jens 40th, then threw a second surprise 40th last night for her with fam and friends down here..... and am taking her out dinner at the coast with just the two of us tomorrow.
got some serious steam to blow off...
woooot!
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Mtnmun
Trad climber
Top of the Mountain Mun
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Apr 21, 2010 - 10:53pm PT
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Todd, Add a Jude J-Tree painting to the auction, I'm on my way.
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MisterE
Social climber
Across Town From Easy Street
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Apr 21, 2010 - 10:57pm PT
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Awesome Jeff - see you there!
Weather looks perfect for this weekend!
Super excited to see friends! Yay!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 21, 2010 - 11:02pm PT
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Jude;....you are awesome......I look forward to seeing you and you donation......too cool....so awesome......wonderful....
Check out some of the coolest paintings on the planet;....you will see what an fantastic thing this donation is.....a great honor by a mega-talented master.....thank you...
http://judebischoff.com/
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 22, 2010 - 12:16am PT
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Will miss the Dr. F tonic juice.....:D
Have 3 tables loaded. Nature my canopy is a Quik Shade @ 10' X 10', shall I bring it. Do you need anymore propane ?
I hope to be at the Ranch tomorrow to work on some projects even if it rains. Looking so forward to seeing Everyone.....friends, new friends and Cheers to all.
Edit: Jude nice donation, it will be great to see you.
And who is bringing the grill ??? lynnie
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Brian in SLC
Social climber
Salt Lake City, UT
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Apr 22, 2010 - 01:00am PT
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Banks and I will be attending. That is, as long as we don't get stuck tryin' to figure out how to down climb off some route that doesn't have a rap anchor...
Any chance Vic is coming? Always wanted to meet that guy...
Be great to see you guys, and catch up with a few folks.
Cheers!
-Brian in SLC
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
Sprocketville
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Apr 22, 2010 - 01:39am PT
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does anybody have the police scanner frequencies for the greater 29 Palms area?
thanks, and i'll take my answer off the air.
and please wear your seat belts.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 22, 2010 - 02:01pm PT
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So Todd, Nature.....et al getting packed up, ready to leave. Attack dogs, Lizards fed :D
So I have 3 large tables and an awning ..... guacamole and chips. If you need anything else let me know pronto. Peace and Looking Forward, lynnie
EDIT: rlf, Tucker....getting late start as we had a pretty good storm last night and I woke up to leaks in the garage skylights :( Must fix....done, now packing. As long as it's lite good to go on project :) 101
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 22, 2010 - 03:04pm PT
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Latest update in weather report;.......A few days ago...it said high of 73 on Sat......now it says high of 76 for Sat..........yeah!...Let the sun shine.....(Today is 53 with scattered showers....)...
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Apr 22, 2010 - 05:07pm PT
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Cilley if you're there, email me asap. Someone,Todd, blitzo... Tell him to get in touch with me.
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troutboy
Trad climber
Newark, DE
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Apr 22, 2010 - 05:12pm PT
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Is there anyone that can provide a ride back to San Diego/Encinitas for a friend ? I am flying out of Ontario and it would be nice to not to have to drive from Josh to Encinitas then back to Ontario.
Thanks
Tim S.
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Apr 22, 2010 - 05:14pm PT
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trout - i probably can but i will be leaving pretty early sunday. not long after waking. parental duties...
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 22, 2010 - 05:21pm PT
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Likewise, don't know when I'm leaving Sunday. Pro early to late afternoon. They'd have to be flexible and available when I decide to split.
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Brian in SLC
Social climber
Salt Lake City, UT
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Apr 22, 2010 - 05:25pm PT
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Is there anyone that can provide a ride back to San Diego/Encinitas for a friend ? I am flying out of Ontario and it would be nice to not to have to drive from Josh to Encinitas then back to Ontario.
Tim, when's your flight out of Ontario? I fly out on Sunday around 4pm-ish. Maybe you could carpool with us?
You guys hangin' any where on Friday night? We'll be in Yucca Valley at least later on (after sundown and probably dinner somewhere, tbd). Be fun to catch up. Geez, that's tomorrow already.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 22, 2010 - 06:15pm PT
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prep is tomorrow night and saturday morning.
woot!
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Apr 22, 2010 - 06:23pm PT
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nature - two big propane bottles filled and in the car...
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 22, 2010 - 06:25pm PT
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Radical, Tucker likes pretty much any trainer beer yo bring. Like Gordo says, "the beer that's called free." Maybe I'll see you manana, I'll either be at the rancho or Todd's, lynnie
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 22, 2010 - 06:45pm PT
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salad, one big cooler full of food packed and loaded in the truck!
Now for the beer run!
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Apr 22, 2010 - 07:00pm PT
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For those of you who wrote and asked to have your Bridwellfest shirts sent to Todd...
The package left this morning as planned with one tiny hitch...
It seems Joshua Tree is considered way-out-there and even though I sent it Express Mail they only guarantee it for Saturday. It "MAY" get there on Friday morning but otherwise Todd will get it delivered to his house on Saturday.
No matter what happens, we will make sure those who ordered shirts get them.
Thanks! And have fun!!!
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troutboy
Trad climber
Newark, DE
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Apr 22, 2010 - 08:49pm PT
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Lynnie and Salad. Thanks. She is probably pretty flexible for a Sunday afternoon departure. Perhaps we can work it all out on Saturday at the partee....
Brian: I have a rental car and fly out of Ontario on Monday, so I am hoping to climb late into Sunday afternoon.
We will prolly be in the Echo Rock or Echo Cove area tomorrow late morning afternoon. Silver Chevy Impala rental. Florida Keys hat.
TS
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Apr 22, 2010 - 09:37pm PT
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"What kind of beer does Tucker like?" Oh man that's a good one! Tucker just likes BEER, don't really matter, but when I bring the man beer I bring good beer, he "deserves" it, Tucker has a BIG heart so I like to "treat" him when I can.
Peace
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 22, 2010 - 11:33pm PT
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Ho-man! I've been prepping my liver all week. Actually more than that.
We'll make sure to grab a few cases of fine ales to contribute to the cause. I presume there's a cool creek nearby to chill it. haha
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Apr 22, 2010 - 11:56pm PT
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Cheap beer Ron,try some "Natural Lite." He might refuse the good stuff.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 23, 2010 - 12:04am PT
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getting up at 3AM to start my migration.
Cooler full of fish and beer. CHECK!
crap to go climbing with. CHECK!
conditioned liver. uh.... HELP!!!!111169
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 23, 2010 - 01:22am PT
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liver, i thought we were having fish.....oops ! lynne aka 101 better go to bed now.......lol
Sea ya.....
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 23, 2010 - 01:29am PT
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The pet mouse escaped last night; didn't sleep between 1 and 4 am. She returned home unscathed.
Flight leaves at 6:25 am tomorrow; vacation started at about 5:40 pm today.
Parking near airport, check.
Flight, check.
Rental car, check.
Liver, check.
Can't wait, beyond check.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 23, 2010 - 06:50am PT
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Woooo.... Let the games begin
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Apr 23, 2010 - 09:57am PT
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hey there say, mimi.... that is why one must have a pet rat, instead,... they are easier to find, due to being bigger... :)
i have two... nice to hear you have mice, though not field mice... :)
have fun all!!!
best wishes, to nature, in your hard work...
happy wishes for jim!
blessing too, to the gordon family, for all they do!
will be rooting for you all..
:)
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Apr 23, 2010 - 10:13am PT
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Dave have you EVER seen Tucker refuse a beer???? He's never turned down my Newcastles, Sierra Ale's, Modelo's, Guiness',etc, etc. But maybe I'll bring the Naturals for all the lightweights! Looking forward to see you bro!
Peace
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Apr 23, 2010 - 12:38pm PT
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this thread needs 65 more posts.
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Brian in SLC
Social climber
Salt Lake City, UT
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Apr 23, 2010 - 01:05pm PT
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Not sure where to meet up tonight if folks are interested in tossin' back a couple. We'll be at the BW in YV later on this evening.
Probably try to climb until dark-ish. Dinner in town somewheres.
Idears?
Cheers!
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Apr 23, 2010 - 01:29pm PT
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yeah where will peeps be around 10 tonight??? im comin up solo and need to show you punks how to drink.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 23, 2010 - 03:27pm PT
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hmmm....
beer30
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aldude
climber
Monument Manor
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Apr 23, 2010 - 03:42pm PT
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In case you guys forgot.....Tucker drinks natty ice (Natural Ice).......
5.9% by volume......6.99$ a twelver @ Mikes Liquor
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Barbarian
Trad climber
The great white north, eh?
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Apr 23, 2010 - 07:02pm PT
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Stupid question - what time does this begin?
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 23, 2010 - 08:34pm PT
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Sat. April 24th, 3 Pm to 1 AM........see you then...
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Maysho
climber
Soda Springs, CA
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Apr 23, 2010 - 09:33pm PT
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Whooo Hooo! Out the door!
Its taking some effort to let go of the work, but the Bird was my main mentor and friend in the big wall and alpine world, and I am happy to do this drive to honor him!
Leaving Donner Summit right now, on my way, getting at least 3 hours of the drive done tonight, should be there with time for a couple of pitches tomorrow before the party.
If any cohort of craggers could handle me joining up for a few, post your destination here and I will find you! Should be pulling in to the park by 11:00am, ready to pull down!!
See Ya!
Peter
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Brian in SLC
Social climber
Salt Lake City, UT
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Apr 24, 2010 - 02:33am PT
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Fly in, get in the car, drive, make a stop or two...
No BevMo back home...
Not a bad start...
-Brian in SLC
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Fogarty
climber
BITD
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Apr 24, 2010 - 03:01am PT
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Todd do you know me< or KNOT!
Mike FOGARTY
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Apr 24, 2010 - 04:01am PT
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ho man major car issues getting here. any cherokee owners every experience the "death shakes"???
frik me, white knuckle all the way. 10 east was the worst. something is really wrong my suspension. tiniest bump sends that mo fo into a grand mal siezure.
but i DID NOT back off. at the motel hate (8). 3.5 hours from escondido had to drive fricken under 45 all the way.
see ya all tomorrow (today).
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
It ain't El Cap, Oregon
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Apr 24, 2010 - 12:59pm PT
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Does your Jeep have struts? Sounds like struts to me as I had this on our Nissan. Scary stuff. Scarier was me spending too many hours fixing them myself.Compressing those huge springs, even with the right tools, can be a bit shady.
Hope all are having fun!
I know the shirts got delivered to Todd on Friday so those of you who asked for delivery in J Tree should have them yesterday or today.
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dickcilley
Social climber
Wisteria Ln.
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Apr 24, 2010 - 01:34pm PT
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The Bridwellfest hasn't really helped hitching into the park to climb.Great to see all you big time supertopo types zooming by me in your big rental cars and such.The pain of wearing so much solidarity on your shirtsleeve must fog your vision.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 25, 2010 - 08:19pm PT
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Ja,,,,,und wir must teach supertopians that the cost of sushi covers the sushi. Needed are peeps to help clean pots, pans and dishes next a.m. But, hey Cilley got where he was going.....I hope. And the huge array of "stuff" finally got cleaned by @ 1pm Sunday.
Just that more topo help makes life a little smoother. Peace, lynne
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
Sprocketville
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Apr 25, 2010 - 08:28pm PT
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the Nature man got up at 7 am and was on his feet all day and all night until 2 am. unreal. i never seen a guy work so hard in my life.
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Apr 25, 2010 - 10:19pm PT
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Ja,,,,,und wir must teach supertopians that the cost of sushi covers the sushi.
My only negative impression from the whole affair was the behavior in the sushi line.
Next time I'm bringing "Mr Bullhorn" and some line ropes.
The Grill Master.
PS:
Jim,
Your pack is leaving for a Grand canyon, S rim to N rim and back tip tomorrow.
Photos to follow.
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Watusi
Social climber
Newport, OR
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Apr 26, 2010 - 12:52am PT
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Man, would of loved to have been there!!! But besides this mega ad design restructure for the local Embarcadero resort here in Newport that I'm working on, the head of our local travel magazine sent out a challenge to the local Graphic Artists in the area to revamp this Alaska Air ad to, as they said, "Liven it up." The first is what they sent to us few contenders, the second is a first draft that I whipped out in like a half hour...Being biased I feel that my idea has more "Pop," but the one that is selected awards the winner with the coveted creative service design position for their travel magazine...Keeping my fingers crossed as they produce 35 issues a year...:) Wish me luck, even though this is just commercial stuff and in no way reflects my actual art...
Theirs...
Mine...
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Watusi
Social climber
Newport, OR
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Apr 26, 2010 - 01:08am PT
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Thanx eKat, you kind of caught me in the middle of resizing the images though...Peace and :)
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
Sprocketville
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Apr 26, 2010 - 01:57am PT
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yeah, and the cool thing is a lot of camping going on,
you don't stress out at a party as much if you know you can just walk a few feet and flop.
because when those party lights come on, the party's over for me.
hey, i thought this was a slightly used rope i bought from the bird man but it's brand frickin new for a hundred bones, holy smokes!
hah! you know what Jim said when he sold me the rope, he said,
"yeah, and this ain't one of those pussy faggot sport ropes either."
i mean, sure, my climbing gear salesman is Jim Bridwell.
Frequently.
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Fluoride
Trad climber
Hollywood, CA
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Apr 26, 2010 - 02:26am PT
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Kudos Todd!!
That was a hell of a party. Will post pics of it I took....and photos of hanging out all day today - with Bridwell and Tucker - in the morning.
Medium Sooze - SO GOOD seeing you. I miss you lady!
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Fluoride
Trad climber
Hollywood, CA
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Apr 26, 2010 - 03:41am PT
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Apr 26, 2010 - 10:35am PT
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My only negative impression from the whole affair was the behavior in the sushi line.
would you mind expanding on this comment? it seemed pretty civil to me from my perspective.
Maybe I just couldn't see over the huge piles of fish?!?!
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
Sprocketville
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Apr 26, 2010 - 11:19am PT
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the food was so good that it was hard to move away and make room for more fish eating freaks,
you need a cashier with a knife, that box looked light.
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Apr 26, 2010 - 11:45am PT
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would you mind expanding on this comment? it seemed pretty civil to me from my perspective.
It was civil and darn polite and orderly, but there were a couple of folks that parked themselves at the periphery of the table munching down and then horning in again blocking the flow for everyone else. I guess you are always going to have one or two in every crowd. Everyone else was to polite to tell them to move on.
You were way to busy to notice. It was obvious from my perspective grillside.
You guys did a great job!
Lynne, Mimi and who was that that stepped in later to help? You all deserve a big,
THANK YOU!
That was an impossible amount of food to produce.
We need two grills and marinade next time.
:-)
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Airtime
Big Wall climber
Orange County, CA
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Apr 26, 2010 - 05:15pm PT
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It was great to talk with Jim and think of the timelessness of the things he accomplished and the ideals he stands for. To purchase one of his haulbags was an honor. I didn't realize there would be a slide show, when did he do that? Or did he do it? I had to go about 7:30.
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other
Trad climber
LA, CA
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Apr 26, 2010 - 10:15pm PT
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Where are the photos posted that the professional photographer took? thanks
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F10
Trad climber
e350 / Bishop
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Apr 26, 2010 - 11:08pm PT
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"Where are the photos posted that the professional photographer took? thanks"
His name is Nathan and I am sure he is pretty busy with all the photos he took plus he had to drive back to SLC
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
Sprocketville
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Apr 27, 2010 - 12:46am PT
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so if you see Jim Bridwell driving around in a beat up buick,
it is because i lost my keys and somebody mailed them in.
but these guys do make it easier to keep track of things,
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
Will know soon
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Apr 27, 2010 - 12:50am PT
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Airtime, Jim Bridwell did do a very nice slideshow presentation. Sorry yo missed it. The band was great too.
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illusiondweller
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Apr 27, 2010 - 01:04am PT
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Nathan Smith will more than likely post a link to his blog with the photo's. Give him about a week for this is what it took him to post 2010 Mt. Woodson Shindig photo's.
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 28, 2010 - 10:27pm PT
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Bumped space for pics later. Off to burger night at The Deluxe.
Have to say that this was one of the funnest 4-day parties I've ever attended! I hadn't been to Josh since the late 80s and it was as glorious as I remembered it to be.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Apr 29, 2010 - 12:00am PT
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Check out the other Bridwell thread, Nathen has done his magic!
Peace
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 29, 2010 - 12:39am PT
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bump cuz I hate the 20th post on the page bump
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F10
Trad climber
e350 / Bishop
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Apr 29, 2010 - 12:43am PT
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It's back at the top,
Go for it Mimi
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Apr 29, 2010 - 12:46am PT
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Pre-Bridwellfest festivities...
Kudos to Todd.... Awsome as usual. Best of luck to JB
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 29, 2010 - 12:52am PT
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That Yosemite rescue dude, aka Mr. Midwest, powering up The Flake.
Steve pondering the missing bolts on the ghastly start of Double Cross.
These two photos courtesy of Dr. Sprock.
Steve's first trip to Josh. We'll be back! Didn't even scratch the surface.
Here's Steve doing the 5.9+ dumbass variation on The Flue (5.8).
Anders doing it correctly. Because he is no dummy, that Anders.
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Mimi
climber
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Apr 29, 2010 - 10:12pm PT
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bump for last weekend!
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
Sprocketville
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Apr 29, 2010 - 10:20pm PT
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you talk about a party,
everybody was bitin, scrathin, fightin, jumpin and havin our selves a ball.
play me some blues, gatemouth,
loose belay, man...
pacific plate in the distance is ready to snap.
San Andreas fault line is that dark ridge in the middle.
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Steve G, Toe Jamming.
Rappelling.
An unwanted but quite friendly visitor, mus musculus stannardiensis. (I called him Stan.)
John the Plumber (no relation to Joe), working on Casa Stannard.
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WiredBliss
Trad climber
Flagstaff, AZ
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BridwellFest sure was a great time.
Thanks Jim, for letting Wired Bliss be a part.
Todd, thanks for putting on the event to help Jim, the support and the table space.
Ron G, Thanks for the support. I am working on your own BFest cam.
Thanks to Tucker and Dick C. for some history and gear lessons.
Thanks to all the others for the great conversations on gear.
Here is a group pic from Todd's knee during his intro.
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Mimi
climber
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Serious labor of love, jstan. What's with those plastic chairs?! Just kidding!
Nice mouse! Looks just like our Sammy, a deermouse (Peromyscus sp.).
Dr. Sprock, thanks for that shot of the San Andreas. Spooky!
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Mtnmun
Trad climber
Top of the Mountain Mun
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Thanks to Todd, Nature, IHP and the rest of the gang for a fine event. Jim looked truly inspired by the outpouring of love.
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pyro
Big Wall climber
Calabasas
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sorry!...... would have loved to join, but work related factory issues kept me from going!
peace!
RM
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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I suppose that this might also be entitled the "Wings of Steve". But I'm certain there was no enhancement - he's a big guy, with long arms. :-)
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Mimi
climber
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He was totally goofing and you captured it. He definitely has a positive ape index. LOL!
I want to know more about jstan's adorable mouse guest. He? would make a fine mate for our mouse child.
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socalbolter
Sport climber
Silverado, CA
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So sorry to have missed this. I was planning on going right up until the last minute when I couldn't.
Jim's a great man and deserves whatever support we can offer.
...and a huge pat on the back to Todd and whomever else was involved in organizing this gathering.
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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I'm certain that jstan would be delighted if you took his mouse off his hands. In fact, he may have several. John may still be in Joshua Tree, working on his cottage and visiting with the neighbour - he seems to go for a week or two at a time, to make the trip worthwhile. This time he was working on the plumbing, plus trying to rodent-proof the outside of the cottage. They invaded, live in the walls, and can be fairly noisy at night.
The mouse may be a different species than those found in Seattle, but that seems a relatively minor concern.
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nature
climber
Boulder, CO
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Feb 12, 2018 - 09:20am PT
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dam you PhotoBucket!
Todd - do you still have that account and are the photos still there? I could help you get them moved to a real solution that will endure. I'm helping Roy.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Feb 12, 2018 - 04:58pm PT
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Agree Nature. I trusted photo bucket years ago.......
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