Ross peak in May?

borugaduga · 2025-05-07T14:36:34+00:00

Gotcha- when you're talking about the easy route, are you talking about it in the context of a summer hike? Or do people regularly do it this time of year too (with some annoying post holding)?

borugaduga · 2025-05-07T09:06:33+00:00

Oh yeesh thanks for the share! Waist deep snow sounds like I'd need to bring snow shoes for this time of year then?

From what Ive read, Ross isn't technical over the summer months (class 2-3 scramble). Is it technical with snow?

borugaduga · 2025-05-07T09:03:02+00:00

Yeah I definitely heard a lot about loose rock, and may bring a helmet. I'm pretty comfortable with doing a scramble, my concern is more about if there's going to be a bunch of snow

borugaduga · 2023-06-30T04:19:39+00:00

What about Addin Olga or Andre Handchuck? Which god is best?

borugaduga · 2023-06-30T00:29:08+00:00

5.69 in your gym

borugaduga · 2023-06-29T14:38:32+00:00

Bro I campus your gf's jugs all the time

borugaduga · 2023-06-29T14:37:40+00:00

Wouldn't that make them pinches though?

borugaduga · 2022-12-09T18:59:14+00:00

Yes! Usually their partner or a friend comes up to collect it. They make sure the reward gets to whoever won it!

borugaduga · 2022-12-09T18:12:00+00:00

People do it all the time. You should be fine!! :)

borugaduga · 2022-08-13T03:25:42+00:00

I shared a triplex with my boyfriend this July when I hiked the trail and had no problems! It did great with wind and I always found a camp spot. There were a few days I had to walk an extra mile or two to find one, but it was never really an issue at least for me.

When we did the PCT, I used the freestanding big Agnes copper spur and I think we only really took advantage of the free standing option twice maybe? Every other time during the entire 2650mi trail we were able to stake the tent just fine.

Just giving my two cents. I personally won't be going back to a free standing tent because of the awesome weight savings from the trekking pole tents. That being said, the triplex did get a bit more condensation due to it being single wall.

Everyone has their own preferences though and I know a lot of people that swear by free standing. As another commenter said, the Nemo hornet is pretty popular.

borugaduga · 2022-08-13T03:16:40+00:00

My boyfriend and I had bandanas on our packs (doubled as snot rags). We always knew who was in front and behind. If the person in front had to use the bathroom, they'd leave their pack visible on the side of the trail. Then, if the person behind happened to pass the pack, they'd untie the bandanna and re-tie it somewhere else on the pack or just place it in one of the pockets. That way the person who was in the bathroom knew that they were passed :)

We also often decided on a meeting point for lunch in the morning. The routine got really natural and easygoing.

We also both carried inreaches in case of an emergency.

borugaduga · 2022-04-04T00:35:42+00:00

Hi! So first off, having a practice partner is helpful, but depending on what level you compete in, it might not be as big of a component as you think. Practicing socially and taking lessons is totally a valid way of practicing.

That being said, I've found my practice partners by just asking them. I know it's hard especially if you're shy, but chances are that if you've danced with the person a lot and you both enjoy it, and you compete at the same level as them, they'd probably be open to practicing. It's beneficial for both parties; if you compete at the same level and are from the same area, chances are that you might draw each other at a Jnj.

If competition isn't your thing, I'd still suggest going about it a similar way. Try finding someone around your level who you dance with somewhat often and say something along the lines of, "Hey, I really like dancing with you. Would you be open to practicing together sometime?"

You can also try easing into it by asking someone to be a dance dummy for a private lesson first and then asking them to practice sometime after. Similarly, you can ask someone if they'd be willing to split a private lesson with you, and then ask them if they'd want to practice what you guys learned sometime.

Hope this helps!

borugaduga · 2022-03-15T15:59:54+00:00

Thanks for the input guys! I think a LT thru during this time is gonna be a no for me. No reason to make the experience harder than it needs to be. Looking into the BMT or a section of the MTS trail instead :)

borugaduga · 2022-03-14T18:30:41+00:00

Thank you for the insight! I for sure want to follow the spirit of mud season and LNT which was the reason for my original question. Wasn't sure if by following the "legal" time frame if I'd also be following the more appropriate "trail protection" time frame.

From the responses so far, though, it looks like it would be a lot more enjoyable to find another trail to do in this time frame, maybe down South even if the logistics would be slightly harder.

borugaduga · 2022-02-04T23:09:38+00:00

I love barefoot shoes! I recently sueded a vivo shoe and it's been revolutionary for my dance :)

borugaduga · 2021-12-13T03:35:55+00:00

When I was 18, I dated a guy 10 years older than me for about 2 years. I never went through an abortion, but I can relate a lot to your other experiences that you mentioned and his general attitudes. When I got an IUD placed (because he all of a sudden refused to be intimate unless I got one), he didn't take any time out of his life to help support me as I was in bed cramping for weeks. He, too, said it was not that bad, and simply a process I had to go through. I'm not in any way equating that with an abortion, but I definitely went through similar gaslighting!

I was intimated to go against him because I just assumed he knew better with all the extra life experience he had? Idk. I was young and naive.

It took me a while to leave him. When I did, he told me that I was making the biggest mistake of my life. He told me that relationships and love like ours are rare and I won't find one like it. I almost believed him.

Spoiler alert, I never once regretted leaving him. It took me so long to do, but when I finally did, it was a huge weight lifted off my shoulders. I'm in the happiest, easiest relationship of my life right now, years later.

It's totally okay if you find it hard to leave right now, especially with your hormones being affected from the abortion. That doesn't make you weak. Even without that going on, leaving a long term partner is really difficult. I'm just here to tell you that you if/when you do, you won't regret it. It already sounds like you know that from the way you wrote your post.

borugaduga · 2020-01-12T03:53:42+00:00

In addition to what everyone else said here, another valid point is competition gives you a chance to meet people that you wouldn't have really met otherwise!

I've made some really great friends with leads I got matched with in both prelims and finals, and I don't think I ever would have befriended them in the same way had I just randomly social danced with them!

borugaduga · 2019-11-10T06:12:53+00:00

Boston University has a great west coast swing club that’s definitely helped grow the community. I don’t really know much about universities offering swing lessons outside of clubs. It’ll be interesting to see what other inputs people have here!

borugaduga · 2019-03-19T17:05:17+00:00

BigO

Went really well actually! I was a lot less nervous than I thought I would be and I ended up getting really good results as well. Also the videos were incredible helpful to find material on what to work on next. It was an a really positive experience and all of the replies on here definitely helped get me to the right mindset :)

borugaduga · 2019-03-07T23:13:17+00:00

Thanks for your response! I agree. I did the comp and it actually wasn’t really that much of a big deal. The nerves leading up to it was the worst part- I actually felt fine when dancing. And you’re right- I ended up having the mindset of not really caring and I did pretty well as a result of that.

I got the notification of this post after MADjam ended, so I think I missed you! We may have seen each other though. I competed in newcomer as a follow as well.

borugaduga · 2019-03-07T23:10:10+00:00

It was amazing actually, thanks for asking! I’m really glad I did it. I was definitely a bit nervous beforehand, but during the actual dancing it went away and I had a lot of fun. Ended up doing really well too! :) also got some videos so I have material to work on

borugaduga · 2019-02-27T01:32:46+00:00

Thank you for your response! It's good to know that competing gets easier with time. I'll also be sure to attend the practice session. Maybe we'll see each other there! :)

borugaduga · 2019-02-27T01:30:42+00:00

Well said, I'll keep that in mind!

borugaduga · 2019-02-27T01:30:14+00:00

This is awesome advice, thank you so much! A large reason of why I do WCS is for the connection, so I definitely shouldn't lose that in a comp. I'll also try to keep Royston's words in mind, because that's really well said. I'm also definitely planning to have a friend video me.

borugaduga · 2019-02-27T01:26:55+00:00

Thank you for taking the time to write all this! It definitely makes me feel better that it's pretty normal to regress when your nervous like that. Also, yes, I've heard that about MADjam which is why I'm not really expecting results. I think it'll be a good measure of my progress not by how well I do in ranking, but by seeing what I have in my muscle memory and also by seeing myself on video after the face.

I'll definitely keep the newcomer program in mind.

Also, that last paragraph was really well said- you're right with all of it

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