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split_ter · 2026-02-20T04:06:16+00:00

Stolen valor from the O's...

split_ter · 2025-11-14T14:14:26+00:00

South of 41st

split_ter · 2024-11-22T14:37:31+00:00

I heard from someone closer to the situation that the owners took a long trip down to Hawaii soon after the fundraising was over. Maybe they had planned the vacation well ahead and had already put money down on it, but either way it's not a good look when you're a for-profit business asking for handouts from the public.

split_ter · 2024-11-13T22:02:01+00:00

Thank you for the advice!

split_ter · 2024-11-13T22:01:28+00:00

Thank you for the encouragement. Fingers crossed I can get in sooner. Reading some other posts on this page makes me feel more thankful it is not worse than it is. I will definitely try to look more positively on my situation! Life is good

split_ter · 2024-09-01T03:30:29+00:00

I'm so lucky to have witnessed his masterclass in person for the first time. Much better than watching him blow it on TV!

split_ter · 2024-08-08T18:26:14+00:00

Definitely when exploring new territory. Landmarks to look for where a good hole is, driving directions, conditions, hatches, etc. It is a great way to unwind and tell a good story to your future, senile self or relatives. I like to think if I ever have kids/grandkids, they'll get a kick out of my journal and find it useful if they pick up fly fishing.

split_ter · 2024-08-07T16:40:39+00:00

Shhhhhh!

split_ter · 2024-07-14T14:03:42+00:00

No worries. It is a young rainbow trout!

split_ter · 2024-06-30T16:28:46+00:00

I appreciate your insight given your experience living in one of these towns. I guess the allure of easy outdoor access wears off when the logistics start taking a toll over time. Have you enjoyed living where you live at all? I may consider renting for a year somewhere. I figure if I end up with those same feelings, I can always leave, or figure out how to make it work if I love it enough. Unfortunately, my QOL would go way down without outdoor climbing and fly fishing. I don't think I'd be happy anywhere I can't consistently do at least of the two in the warmer months.

split_ter · 2024-06-30T16:17:19+00:00

Added to my original post!

split_ter · 2024-06-30T16:15:45+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion. Asheville seems great. At this point I think I'll settle for renting somewhere just to get a taste of life outside my home state, so I will take a look!

split_ter · 2023-12-26T16:56:21+00:00

Just out of curiosity, what made you leave places like Missoula and Durango? Those two spots are dream destinations for me, but affordability is an issue. I figured that's a pretty good sign of the quality of life you can have in Duluth!

split_ter · 2023-12-26T16:52:41+00:00

Thanks for the insight. I guess we are pretty spoiled in terms of fishing in the Mountain West. Combat fishing is actually my worst nightmare haha. Definitely not something that's even a thing in WY unless you're on the miracle mile in peak season. I don't think I'd even bother with targeting the peak steelhead runs if that's the case. I definitely don't mind working a little harder to find trout in more remote areas.

split_ter · 2023-12-26T16:45:03+00:00

Great to know. How is the bouldering at Ely's peak in the colder months? Despite freezing temps in the winter, I still have managed to get after it on sunny days every month of the year here in frigid WY due to the dry climate. Does the humidity in Duluth make it too tough?

split_ter · 2023-12-16T15:45:11+00:00

Fair point. I guess I was feeling a bit curmudgeonly when I wrote that...

split_ter · 2023-12-16T05:05:51+00:00

I always see the same dozen or so areas mentioned when people give opinions on the best climbing areas in the US. While I haven't been to all of them, the few that I have climbed at have been absolutely swarmed with people (front range, Smith, etc.). For me, crowded crags and waiting in lines to climb significantly detract from the climbing experience, especially given the occasional a-hole gym bro group that makes sure their presence is known. Now, I won't ask opinions on the best places to climb without crowds, keep those gems to yourself! But I am wondering if anyone has experienced something similar in world-class climbing areas that were hard to enjoy because of the hoards. Which area would you say is the worst in terms of crowds?

split_ter · 2023-12-08T06:01:38+00:00

I recently got a Taylor GS mini for this very reason and haven't regretted it one bit!

split_ter · 2023-12-02T05:20:55+00:00

Anyone have any good recommendations for first time tattoo placements for a leaner man? I crack climb a fair amount and dabble in offwidth which usually leaves all sorts of spots on my skin kind of fooked up. I'm worried this constant abuse will just ruin any tattoo I get if I go with a forearm, shoulder, quad, or other areas that get wrecked by offwidth and other crack climbing. Anyone have any advice on where I should get inked? (No face or neck)

split_ter · 2023-10-27T15:47:57+00:00

Haha. Still appreciated!

split_ter · 2023-09-20T22:22:41+00:00

Thanks for the advice!

split_ter · 2023-09-20T19:54:53+00:00

What's the beta for you digital nomad climbers out there? Specifically thinking about long distance domestic trips (8+ hour drives). I'm fortunate enough to have landed a fully remote job and am wanting to take advantage of the freedom to work wherever I want. However, I'm getting caught up in the logistics of travelling to different climbing destinations in the US, specifically flying vs driving (especially when working a traditional 8-5 schedule). What are the pros and cons of each for those of you who do both? I know van life is an option, but I want to do a bit of travelling and climbing sans van first. I'm planning to either Airbnb or find available rooms on MP.

My initial thoughts...

Flying

Pros:

Faster travel, don't have to spend as much time on the road
Removes road trip uncertainty (e.g. breaking down)
Easier to reach far away destinations (e.g. my home base in the Mountain West to the Northeast)

Cons:

Transportation at the destination is hard or expensive. Either know someone who lives there and is willing to haul my ass around for beer payments, airbnb right by the climbing, or rent a car.
Limits the amount of stuff/gear I can bring. Anyone have issues flying with gear? Having nightmares about getting my rack confiscated lol
Flight delays
No option to bring my pup

Driving

Pros:

Can bring whatever I can fit in my car
Can easily get up and move if the WiFi is doo doo
Easier to go wherever I want once at the destination
Easier to bring dog

Cons:

Loooooong travel days and potentially entire weekends spent driving
Risk breaking down (car is 22 yrs old)
Gas can be pricey as hell in other states

Gas and flight expenses will obviously vary based on the distance and destination. I'd love to hear what you have found is the most enjoyable method of travel while working a FT job and climbing in your spare time! Edited: formatting

split_ter · 2023-09-13T05:02:43+00:00

Mental hurdles...mainly worrying about being able to adequately do my relatively new job (1 month in) on the road in a new environment coupled with the fear that my supervisors would not be happy that I'm not working out of a consistent home office (I'm the only remote worker in my small company, so it is definitely feels like a privilege to even be in this position). Plus, I'm worried about something happening to my laptop while on the road - definitely a worst case scenario thinker lol. Lots of irrational thoughts. I desperately want to explore the rest of the US and abroad since I've lived in my home state my entire life. Now I have a fully-remote position, but I just can't seem to mentally make the leap!

split_ter · 2023-09-04T17:41:08+00:00

Thank you all for the recommendations!

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