ISO: CoSprings, rock & ice partner(s)

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ISO: CoSprings, rock & ice partner(s)

Post by d_baker »

Hey all.

I'm not on MP but I thought I would try here.
I'm interested in meeting and climbing with folks in the Springs area.
I just started to get back on rock and want to continue as time allows. I'm not a .9 - .10 .hard climber and don't think I will be, but more in the .6 -.8 range, and will likely stay there!
Been climbing sport at Staunton and Red Rock Canyon O.S.

I'm solid on wi4 TR! Lol.
But that's only been in Lake City and Ouray ice parks. I haven't been on backcountry ice in a longgg time.

I'm 51, would be cool to meet up with similar age range but not necessary. Similar skill sets would be cool too but also not necessary. I'm willing to "teach" if someone is just learning.

Let me know if if you're interested in climbing ice or rock!
I think I am a safe climber. I have ropes and some gear and know how to set anchors.

Darin
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Re: ISO: CoSprings, rock & ice partner(s)

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Check out the "Rock and Ice Climbers of Colorado Springs" fb page if you do fb...
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Re: ISO: CoSprings, rock & ice partner(s)

Post by FireOnTheMountain »

hit up the proj dude! you'll find like minded partners there, especially in CO
Everyday is a G r A t E f U L Day here in the ID...?
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thanks for the bumps, fire and jrs.
I'll try one or both of those. No one here likes me and wants to climb with me...lol :cry: :cry:
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jrs1965 wrote: ↑Mon Jan 06, 2025 10:07 am Check out the "Rock and Ice Climbers of Colorado Springs" fb page if you do fb...
that group is heavily focused on gym climbing of late and I've only successfully met one person to climb with outside in the 7 years since I joined it...but maybe carebaker will have better luck.
d_baker wrote: ↑Mon Jan 06, 2025 4:13 pm No one here likes me and wants to climb with me...lol :cry: :cry:
stop being a crybaby carebaker...i'll be in ouray this weekend with some of my climbing partners from out of state and you are welcome to join us.
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Re: ISO: CoSprings, rock & ice partner(s)

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angry wrote: ↑Mon Jan 06, 2025 4:26 pm
jrs1965 wrote: ↑Mon Jan 06, 2025 10:07 am Check out the "Rock and Ice Climbers of Colorado Springs" fb page if you do fb...
that group is heavily focused on gym climbing of late and I've only successfully met one person to climb with outside in the 7 years since I joined it...but maybe carebaker will have better luck.
d_baker wrote: ↑Mon Jan 06, 2025 4:13 pm No one here likes me and wants to climb with me...lol :cry: :cry:
stop being a crybaby carebaker...i'll be in ouray this weekend with some of my climbing partners from out of state and you are welcome to join us.
but I'm soo good at :cry: :cry: :cry: lol

Thanks Rose, but I'll be in Lake City this weekend! Maybe another time?!
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Post by supranihilest »

Someone climb with Darin dammit, I don't like seeing him cry, it's not a pretty sight. In all seriousness, having climbed ice with Darin numerous times he's fun to climb and chat with with and reliable. He gets the Supra Seal of Approval.
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Post by d_baker »

Lol, the supra seal.....well now!
This will surely increase my chances! Thanks Ben
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Re: ISO: CoSprings, rock & ice partner(s)

Post by emself »

Hi Darin,
I came to the forum looking for winter 13er partners, but I'd be happy to climb with you sometime. I climb outside regularly; can lead, lead belay, clean, rap single pitch sport. Outdoors I lead 5.6-5.9 and top rope 5.10s, so I wouldn't call myself an especially talented climber either haha. I'm mid-30s, married with two young kids, but I care much more about knowledge and safety than age when selecting a climbing partner. Let me know if you'd like to meet up sometime at CityRock to get acquainted.
- Emily
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Re: ISO: CoSprings, rock & ice partner(s)

Post by d_baker »

Sure, Emily. City Rock sounds good!
I'll send you a message.
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