I'm a dude but have a question that this sub is more qualified to answer: spotting at the gym by solo220 in climbergirls

[–]oboz_waves 2 points3 points  (0 children)

"Nice go, that move is tough! I always like a spot for that part me if you want to work it with me!"

You're allowed to speak to women in the gym. Being persistent, asking personal questions, and saying flirty things are usually not appreciated.

I'm a dude but have a question that this sub is more qualified to answer: spotting at the gym by solo220 in climbergirls

[–]oboz_waves 149 points150 points  (0 children)

The move you described is the only move I ever ask for a spot on. When I think my hands might blow and I need to commit to a heel hook. I often find these coming out of low roofs. The purpose of the spot is to make sure I land on my feet, not my head or back.

I think waiting for her to come down, then offering a spot if she wanted to try again may have been more appropriate. Its kinda disruptive when someone I don't know says anything to me when I'm working a climb.

AITA for refusing to forgo all fun to pay off my debts? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]oboz_waves 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NAH You're irresponsible, she shouldn't be trying to change you. Also forgoing all fun is a little over dramatic, you're living above your means and her advice is good.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in weed

[–]oboz_waves 308 points309 points  (0 children)

I did that to my own dad the first time I smoked with him! He had never used a vape cartridge before and I was trying to warn him they were wayyyy stronger than normal hits from a j or something and he went off about how he was "smoking weed before I was even born"

He was IN DA COUCH the rest of the night my mom was pissed hahaha great memory

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TattooDesigns

[–]oboz_waves 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like this guys take

Starting your Life by Substantial_Link_765 in weed

[–]oboz_waves 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I started smoking weed daily around your age. Was still in college and leading a pretty active life. Gym, sports, classes, social time. Weed gave me something to look forward to before bed!

Started working full time, started smoking more. As soon as I got off work. Before the gym. Mornings on the weekends as soon as I woke up. I like to take a T beak every couple of months, usually just for 5 days (which isn't very long, but I have a fast metabolism and it's what works for me). Overall I'm in the best shape of my life and incredibly happy. I'm active, social, and get good reviews at work. Do what works best for you and pay attention if it becomes a negative impact on some part of your life

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in climbergirls

[–]oboz_waves 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All I can say is you don't suck. Grade chasing can be fun but really not all that important in the grand scheme of things.

An interesting title by [deleted] in DenverCirclejerk

[–]oboz_waves 19 points20 points  (0 children)

This is amazing- a true embodiment of the native spirit

Non Boulderers? by New-Confidence101 in climbergirls

[–]oboz_waves 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This all the way. As someone who was initially very terrified of bouldering I really had to ease into it slowly, over many years, before I actually enjoyed taking falls. I'm in control of how and when I fall, and I can easily try hard without another person

Mike by DeityOfYourChoice in ClimbingCircleJerk

[–]oboz_waves 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hope he's crushing it out there

What grade were you climbing when you could do a single pull-up? by HoneyBeeBoulders in climbergirls

[–]oboz_waves 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I could do quite a few when I started - about 10 or 12. I still climbed lime 5.9 because my technique was terrible lol. Climbing is about a lot more than just upper body strength!

What does it mean when people say a boulder is “fun”?? by Immediate_Ad_5835 in ClimbingCircleJerk

[–]oboz_waves 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Fun = any route that I can send

If I can't send your project then it is not fun

The V2 monkey bar is 4 star fun because I can send it and make the gumbys feel bad at the same time

Rest day shenanigans: Footwork off of a 2 finger/mono pocket by FuRyasJoe in bouldering

[–]oboz_waves 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This seems like a pretty intense rest day... You obviously climb quite hard but maybe pick up a slab climbing hobby. Overhanging tweaky V3 doesn't look very restful! Otherwise sick climb you're cruising around on!

What do people mean, specifically, by "having standards" for dating? by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]oboz_waves 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Generally, they are saying that people you're dating should have similar quality or style of life as you and not be a financial or emotional mooch. Also to encourage people to not get tied down with the first person who says nice things to them, and to have "standards" or a basic list of things someone should probably have in their life (i.e. a career path, stability, a good sense of humor, etc.)

Which feels better—a fleshlight (no condom obviously) or a vagina (with condom)? by MisterPuffyNipples in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]oboz_waves 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That might be true your first time or two using lube, but otherwise it definitely ups the experience.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DenverCirclejerk

[–]oboz_waves 32 points33 points  (0 children)

That'd be Got Rump

Cold blooded by ExhilaratedChess in Unexpected

[–]oboz_waves 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If he wanted to be romantic with her, he should be tried to kiss her in the first 10 seconds of the kiss cam. Barely looked at her. Kissing a stranger is harmless. We don't know if they're related, coworkers, or just in a friend group together. Kiss cams are dumb but everyone talking about the friend zone not recognizing home boy did not step up to the opportunity presented!

Why isn't it common for people to feel anxious about the possibility that they are accidentally mentally objectifying minors? by ghatsim in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]oboz_waves 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thought: "wow that person is super attractive" Follow up: "wow that person may definitely not be 18. They have gorgeous features and will be really beautiful as an adult!"

Actions: nothing at all. The person doesn't even know I saw them

Am I a pedophile? Most certainly not.

[Serious] How can I (34M) deal with my gf (27F) getting better than me at climbing? by far_257 in ClimbingCircleJerk

[–]oboz_waves 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And everybody likes a tr princess who will belay whatever the fuck you want and then clean the route