Condom was the ONE thing that wasn't on my climbing rack. It sure felt like every other piece of protection was there ... bulk and all.

Yes, Hikermor, I do remember those times when I was far out beyond my last piece of pro. And if I had fallen then, I would not be here now. Likewise for you - I am sure.

But apparently now they have indeed realized that climbing is dangerous. Well, let's see. A long, long time ago - about the time that the Matterhorn was first scaled - there was a Baron in Europe. Don't ask me his name. He surmised that there were only THREE real sports ...

Car racing
Mountain climbing
and Bull Fighting

because in these sports a man (or woman) stood an appreciable chance of being killed.

of course, the extreme adventure community has added a dozen more hobbies to the list by this time.

Pete


Edited by Pete (12/04/17 02:00 AM)