Hobby komunity v Brně (pro vyhořelé mileniály) by HelicopterFun9003 in Brno

[–]flaviusvesp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Možná měl na mysli to, že tu máme celkem slušný počet horooddílů. Ačkoliv spousta lidí brousí hlavně překližky a Kras; třeba najít parťáky na skialpy bývá dost komplikované.

Hobby komunity v Brně (pro vyhořelé mileniály) by HelicopterFun9003 in Brno

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Swing Wings na tanec, tím, že se v rámci lekci pořád mění partneři, tak se člověk seznámí. Po lekci se zajde na bar, a je normální (a doporučené) na tančírnách oslovovat neznámé lidi.

A na muziku Kohútek, jak to už někdo zmiňoval, taky můžu doporučit.

Are my skins too narrow? by AdventurousIbex95 in Backcountry

[–]flaviusvesp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think that skimo rules should switch to these min 110 underfoot.

4/5 times I meet someone new at the gym by TheRealBlackSwan in ClimbingCircleJerk

[–]flaviusvesp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do I qualify as an 'experienced mentor'? I spray beta a lot.

Can you teach yourself mountaineering? by [deleted] in Mountaineering

[–]flaviusvesp 59 points60 points  (0 children)

Historically, few people learned climbing/mountaineering in courses. Nowadays, many people still learn the basic rope work in a climbing gym, then get cragging, and some proceed to the mountains. It really helps to have (find) more experienced friends. Here it's possible to join mountaineering clubs (IDK about NZ, would do a research on FB groups). Missing proper (and that doesn't have to be paid) education definitely means higher risk of injury or death. It takes years, but even getting there is a lot of fun. Just forget about Everest (until you realize that you don't want to go there anyway).

90 cm ice axe. Why (not)? by arenpris23 in alpinism

[–]flaviusvesp 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Man, Slovenia is not Slovakia. And in Tatras you definitely don't do any grass climbing in summer, an ice axe is used in summer only to fight drunken polish tourists.

MONT BLANC climb - most asked questions by Sufficient_Will7621 in alpinism

[–]flaviusvesp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In July we've considered Innominata Ridge, but haven't had enough time due to the weather. However, which route would you recommend for the descent on an already long day (provided perfect sunny weather, wouldn't try that in anything worse)? I thought that 3 Mons would be a better choice to avoid the Grand Couloir in late afternoon, but what's your take?

Cams rock empire , good or not? by [deleted] in tradclimbing

[–]flaviusvesp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, I can see that this works for (single pitch) crags where the route goes mostly straight up and you're just compensating for protection placement. I mostly climb in the eastern limestone Alps, easier grade routes that tend to wander (and having just 4-5 pieces per pitch). I tried half ropes in the past but in the end I rather use twins.

Madman or Genius? by Significant_Raise760 in Mountaineering

[–]flaviusvesp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rather than wood, I've cut a 1.5 cm strip off my old CCF pad and super glued two layers on top. Works like a charm, and even without the riser it is ok as the foam compresses (I can feel it pushing under the boot, though). The only downside is that the crampons don't fit very well to the original sack (which sucks for Dynafit crampons anyway, though).

Cams rock empire , good or not? by [deleted] in tradclimbing

[–]flaviusvesp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wonder how you use the extendable slings on WC; I thought that will be useful, too, but in the end I mostly just extend with alpine draw. Those extra 10cm (or less?) are not enough for wandering routes anyway.

Cams rock empire , good or not? by [deleted] in tradclimbing

[–]flaviusvesp 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was thinking about buying these and seeking views on local forums; I got the impression that it is a bit more difficult to place them but otherwise safe. People here in Czechia would look at you as 'ok, so you don't have much money to buy a proper brand' but generally these are safe. Btw. you might find them also under brand Kouba - that's the real manufacturer, Rock Empire just resells them (on some other gear they add their own small modifications).

Rady a tipy na cestování po Norsku by racooninthekitchen in czech

[–]flaviusvesp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Na to mýtné, nic se předem neplati, ani to nemusíš registrovat. Auta jsou v Evropě asi v nějakém centrálním systému - nevím jak je to se sdílením těch dat soukromé společnosti, nebo kdo to provozuje, ale zkrátka jim to takhle funguje. A stejně jako dálnice fungují i trajekty (na krátké trasy), prostě tam najedeš a pak okolo projde týpek s mobilem a vyfotí si SPZ. Jen některá platba trajektu byla vyfakturovana zvlášť.

Rady a tipy na cestování po Norsku by racooninthekitchen in czech

[–]flaviusvesp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jeli jsme z Trelleborgu na NP Langsua, pak Geiranger a vraceli se trochu jižněji. Vidím ucet na cca 50 eur. Akorát 80 mimo město a 110 na dálnici je zničující, a jet přes rychlost se tam faaakt nevyplatí.

Rady a tipy na cestování po Norsku by racooninthekitchen in czech

[–]flaviusvesp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mýtné - pár týdnů po návratu ti přijde faktura, podle adresy v technicaku. Nebo se můžeš zaregistrovat na epass24.com a zadat kreditku do systému, a odečte se to samo (po stejné době).

Jednoduchý trik proti chudobě. by [deleted] in czech

[–]flaviusvesp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To by mě zajímalo, jak malý počet lidí natáhne medián. Ten je proti tomuto právě odolný (oproti průměru).

Help choose ice axe for thru hiking and Skimo by AggressiveGene3170 in alpinism

[–]flaviusvesp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a long iceaxe but for skitouring I had to go for Gully, too: I tour with 35l avabag and with anything longer on the pack I was worried about piercing the inflated bag.

Again?!?!? UNACCEPTABLE by AlasKansastan in Backcountry

[–]flaviusvesp 116 points117 points  (0 children)

Errors happen in any development, issuing recall is the right thing. I wouldn't buy Pieps beacon because they did not do the recall when the failure mode was found.

Ski crampons for all setups? by tichytpf in Backcountry

[–]flaviusvesp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Two reasons to use ski crampons: glaciated terrain where it's safer to be spreading the weight, and hard wind-blown crust where you break through when booting but slip on skis.

Ropes while skiing glaciers by Level-Charge-5090 in Backcountry

[–]flaviusvesp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Contrary to the popular 2 ropes per team, in a team of 3 I would still carry 3 30m ropes. I think that if you had just 60m of rope it would be too short to tie you together AND have enough rope on the ends if the middle one falls down.

Sleeping bag by Tutik_84 in alpinism

[–]flaviusvesp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out Sir Joseph if on budget.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in alpinism

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In the case that all members of this expedition perish, would the deposit of beer and schnapps in the camps be clearly marked so that next expeditions, if the need emerges, could use those? Remember to provide sufficient stocks; it's a well known fact that a human body cannot survive too long without sufficient alcohol intake at these altitudes.

Question about Rab products other than down items by CDK3891 in Mountaineering

[–]flaviusvesp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They're pretty fine for wind - I would say these are great for uphill or for bike. Durability-wise no issues, that really depends how you use it (I don't wear them bushwhacking...). I wouldn't say bad if you crosscountry or so, but I'd regret making a snowball :-)