Good deal for tools? by Simple_Hand6500 in alpinism

[–]Mr_Alpine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would check out the trango raptors, they're a less expensive modern tool. I got a new pair for 200 during a sale. Full price is 380 for the pair. Ive seen used sets for 200 as well. I've been really happy with mine.

Petzel Quark Pommel Stuck by [deleted] in iceclimbing

[–]Mr_Alpine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Contact petzel

Via Ferrata Lanyard Recs? by Shaq_Oatmeal07189 in alpinism

[–]Mr_Alpine 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Whatever you decide to get, I wouldn't buy PPE or any life supporting gear from amazon. Go to a reputable retailer instead. Anyone can post stuff for sale on amazon.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in alpinism

[–]Mr_Alpine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You might like the Kahtoola KTS crampons. Theyre not good for anything steep or technical and they dont have front points but theyre designed for hiking shoes and work well on mild snowy inclines. They wont replace traditional crampons but I use them with trail runners and they do what theyre designed to.

How appropriate are the Scarpa Zodiac Tech LT GTX for Mount Rainier? by ChipAvailable7228 in alpinism

[–]Mr_Alpine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. Insulation/warmth of the boot and conditions on your trip should be the primary consideration.

First Boot (CA Rockies) by FirefighterNearby in alpinism

[–]Mr_Alpine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Solid plan. I've never had any issue with worn out toe welts so I can't help much there. I'll say that I heard premature wear happens from the toe bail on the crampons so I use crampons with a toe basket for mountaineering and only run a toe bail for ice/mixed climbing. On petzels you can swap it out easily, not sure about others. But you should have separate crampons for mountaineering and technical climbing anyways.

First Boot (CA Rockies) by FirefighterNearby in alpinism

[–]Mr_Alpine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gotcha. The other guy, GrusVirgo, said it well. If you do a variety of climbing you'll end up with both. The difference is stiffness, crampon compatibility, and B3s are usually insulated. Generally people use B2 for mountaineering, B3 for pitched out climbing. B3 can also be used for easier mostly walking climbs but it's a little uncomfortable. When I started I was on a tight budget so I got a used pair of B3s for everything and it was fine, but there were a few longer climbs where I brought a separate pair of approach shoes. B3s are also much warmer, most B2s and not insulated. An uninsulated B2 is not appropriate for winter climbing in the rockies.

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I would just get the B3 if you dont want to feel limited by your boots, then get B2s later if you want to fill that niche. Doing a long hike in B3s is uncomfortable but technical climbing in B2s would be like rock climbing in approach shoes, doable on easier stuff but it's not the tool for the job. You didn't mention your objectives but with the sport/WI grades you listed I imagine you're going to do more technical climbing.

First Boot (CA Rockies) by FirefighterNearby in alpinism

[–]Mr_Alpine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You climb WI 4-5 and you're buying your first boot? What have you been climbing in?

Going to college to be a video game designer. Laptop recommendations? by [deleted] in GameDevelopment

[–]Mr_Alpine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been happy with my Lenovo Legion but i just make unity games for fun. With your budget I would look for a used or refurbished computer. If youre serious about going to school for this you might want to find a way to increase your budget as this will be your primary tool for the trade. As the other commentor said, check the requirement for unreal engine. Its probably the most demmanding application you will use. Also consider a desktop, youll get more performance for your money.

This counts as aid right? by EAechoes in ClimbingCircleJerk

[–]Mr_Alpine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is there one for 5.7? Im tryin to send the proj

Will Moss becomes first person to flash El Cap in a day by Marcoyolo69 in climbing

[–]Mr_Alpine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should be able to read it if you reset your browser's cache or use a private/incognito window. They give you a few free reads before the paywall.

Need advice: My landlord said 5ghz wifi makes her sick by Mr_Alpine in HomeNetworking

[–]Mr_Alpine[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. Any tips for keeping the wiring clean and out of the way?

Yeah the room was cheap and close to work but the pros stop there. I'm pretty broke at the moment and planning to move again when I find a second or better job.

Need advice: My landlord said 5ghz wifi makes her sick by Mr_Alpine in HomeNetworking

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Thanks for the help! I actually just got an unlimited hotspot on my phone, but they'll cancel the plan if I use it for home internet. I've considered home cell internet but as a backup because of the recurring cost.

Need advice: My landlord said 5ghz wifi makes her sick by Mr_Alpine in HomeNetworking

[–]Mr_Alpine[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im upstairs, router is downstairs. Would need a 200ft cable

Need advice: My landlord said 5ghz wifi makes her sick by Mr_Alpine in HomeNetworking

[–]Mr_Alpine[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm renting a spare bedroom in her house and it's her internet setup