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06-30-2019, 12:40 PM
Thread: Good canyon for an older individual?
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You could also try Diana's Throne just outside of...
You could also try Diana's Throne just outside of Mt. Carmel/Kanab. It is considered a beginner's canyon...everything is bolted, longest rappel < 50 feet, no swimming, down-climbs are easy except...
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03-19-2019, 11:11 AM
Thread: Canyoneering Boots
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[Gear] Canyoneering Boots
Hi,
Now that I've finally moved to Utah, I'm looking for decent wet canyon footwear. It seems the boots from 5.10 and Adidas have been discontinued, or what few are left on-line don't have the... -
05-11-2016, 07:27 PM
Thread: Stegosaur Slot - Capitol Reef NP
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[Trip Report] Nice video Shane. It looks like those helmets...
Nice video Shane. It looks like those helmets protected you from more than just the rocks!
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03-20-2016, 08:31 PM
Thread: New instructional videos on rigging anchors
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Thanks for providing the link. Very educational.
Thanks for providing the link. Very educational.
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03-20-2016, 08:29 PM
Thread: Request Partner(s) for Lomatium Canyon
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Request Partner(s) for Lomatium Canyon
My son and I will be in Arches NP from April 20 to 26. We are hoping that someone will allow us to join their group on the route to Lomatium canyon.
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05-17-2015, 06:19 PM
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[Help] Welcome Raven. Nice to know there are fellow...
Welcome Raven. Nice to know there are fellow easterners out enjoying canyons!
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04-20-2014, 07:27 PM
Thread: Egypt 1 and 2
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[Conditions] Egypt 1 and 2
Looking to do at least one of the Egypt canyons next weekend. Does anyone have recent information?
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10-02-2013, 03:38 PM
Thread: Countdown to Zion Closing
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Thanks for clearing that up.:2thumbs:
Thanks for clearing that up.:2thumbs:
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10-02-2013, 03:35 PM
Thread: Countdown to Zion Closing
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10-01-2013, 05:39 PM
Thread: Capital Reef/Moab Betas
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[Beta] Try Entrajo just outside of Moab. It is friendly...
Try Entrajo just outside of Moab. It is friendly for beginners. The only thing to remember is the last drop is a two stager...when you get to the very bottom move left before you hit the water or...
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10-01-2013, 04:33 PM
Thread: Countdown to Zion Closing
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Curious if anyone has tried to drive on Rt 9...
Curious if anyone has tried to drive on Rt 9 through Zion NP. I know they are closing the park, but did they close Rt 9 down too?
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09-01-2013, 08:24 PM
Thread: Is this right?
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Someone should check the answer key...it's...
Someone should check the answer key...it's probably wrong there!:facepalm1:
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08-26-2013, 04:15 PM
Thread: Best rope for a Newbie
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Thanks again for all of the suggestions. I was...
Thanks again for all of the suggestions. I was able to snag one at the sale price before they sold out.
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08-20-2013, 06:30 PM
Thread: Best rope for a Newbie
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Thanks Tom and forgive my ignorance, but I want...
Thanks Tom and forgive my ignorance, but I want to learn from those willing to share. My experience has been that larger ropes create more friction. I was using an 11mm climbing rope and an ATC...
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08-20-2013, 06:06 PM
Thread: Death in Birch Hollow
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[News] I too am saddened by such a terrible loss when...
I too am saddened by such a terrible loss when from all accounts this accident could have been avoided. My thoughts are with her family.
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08-15-2013, 09:15 PM
Thread: Vehicle Conundrum...
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[Gear] I'm not an expert, but for the last six years my...
I'm not an expert, but for the last six years my wife and I have done what you are planning to do. Although we haven't been to all of the areas you mentioned, we have been to some very remote...
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08-15-2013, 04:46 PM
Thread: Best rope for a Newbie
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Thanks to everyone that replied. It sounds like...
Thanks to everyone that replied. It sounds like the Sterling Rope is a good value and also good for a beginner. In the future the smaller Canyon Fire might allow for faster rappels once I'm...
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08-11-2013, 07:06 PM
Thread: Best rope for a Newbie
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Best rope for a Newbie
I'm looking for recommendations on the best all around static rope for a new canyoneer to purchase. I used a climbing rope in the past but it is showing lots of wear and tear.
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07-10-2013, 07:02 PM
Thread: Moab and Zion for Canyoneering in August?
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[Conditions] You should be able to do Entrajo in August...
You should be able to do Entrajo in August without the wetsuit. The water will still be chilly, but there is plenty of sunlight getting through to warm you up quickly after the swim.
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07-07-2013, 07:37 PM
Thread: Another project of mine - the Canyon List
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Just curious since I'm new to this activity. Why...
Just curious since I'm new to this activity. Why is there no Beta anywhere on-line for the Egypt canyons in Escalante? Kelsey mentions them in his book, but nothing on-line.
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06-12-2013, 06:49 PM
Thread: Upper Black Box - San Rafael Swell
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[Trip Report] Thanks for the report and the great video. Would...
Thanks for the report and the great video. Would love to do a canyon with your "team" some day.
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06-11-2013, 07:29 PM
Thread: Black Hole of White Canyon
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[Trip Report] Loved your video! I can't wait to do this canyon.
Loved your video! I can't wait to do this canyon.
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04-01-2013, 07:16 PM
Thread: Goblin's Lair
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[Trip Report] Thanks for the report and the pictures. Planning...
Thanks for the report and the pictures. Planning to do this in May.
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03-28-2013, 07:16 PM
Thread: San Rafael Swell: Ding & Dang, Wildhorse
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[Trip Report] Thanks for the pics. Planning to hit those and a...
Thanks for the pics. Planning to hit those and a few others in May. BTW, my favorite is the Macaroni and Beef
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03-27-2013, 06:54 PM
Thread: Idaho Canyoneering
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Great photos. I'll have to add Idaho to my list...
Great photos. I'll have to add Idaho to my list of places to visit.
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