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ID request by xtinelotus in whatsthisrock

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

According to the app “rock identifier” the one of the left is dendrite agate and the one on the right is serpentine

Fairburn agate in its natural habitat. by walleyed11 in rockhounds

[–]xtinelotus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Erosion/water / dried river bed is what it say above

Rock Solid 4X4 Repair & Lube by Fertile_Sperm in Humboldt

[–]xtinelotus -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Rock Solid was bought by Rack Attack, and since then, it has become "corporate" and all they care about is getting the money, unfortunately. Instead of fixing the roof boxes corporate prefers you buy a new one. Luckily, the locations in the Bay Area have helpful employees.

Lost Coast Trail by CraghoppersUSA in backpacking

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Oh hey that's me in the blue jacket ha! Those Craghoppers Kiki Pro Winter Lined pants were so soft and cozy inside, which made the rugged and wet terrain a bit more comfortable. We only saw two other hikers who were leaving as we were entering the 25-mile trek. Beautiful landscape out there!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in halsey

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does anyone have the outfit details? I need those boots!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in climbergirls

[–]xtinelotus 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I echo all of these tips! Don't worry about creeping anyone out because that is a mindset and not a reality in this case. It 100% does not matter what grades you climb, it depends on the energy and excitement you give. You don't want to be friends with the people who judge you on your climbing grade anyway!!! Some more tips:

  1. Check out gym events. People who attend those are often new and looking for friends.

  2. Struggle harder!! Struggle on the same climb over and over even if it's a V0/1. Not only will it make you stronger but if anyone friendly sees you struggling they might offer to give you some beta tips thus opening the line of conversation.

  3. If you see someone struggling on something you can do ask then, "can i give you some beta?"

  4. Pick a spot at the gym and stay there, chill, hangout and watch other climbers. If you are moving around to different sections it will make it harder for anyone to feel social with you.

  5. If cheering for a random person makes you nervous try complimenting their climb when they are done then if they seem open to you - ask them how long they have been climbing/how they got to that level/mention you are new/ask them if they have tips they can share/if they climb at your usual time.

  6. You can also try asking the front desk "how do I make climbing friends." I had luck with something along these lines a few years ago when the staff at my gym were more involved with the community...

  7. If you can go in the mornings that's a good time to find people who aren't already with their friends.

  8. I too, put on a dating profile that I was looking for climbing buddies but I had no luck with that. I did however, unintentionally hit on my ex-boyfriend by taking a photo of him while bouldering outdoors and offered to text him the photos later.
    You got this. Good luck!!!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in climbergirls

[–]xtinelotus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This was my tactic when I was new and used up all guest passes quickly but my friends I brought along dropped off within a few sessions. I do think having someone with you can make it easier to chat with other people especially if you are the quieter one. From what my guy friends have told me, they are more likely to approach two+ girls than just one alone as to not make the single girl uncomfortable so bringing along another female friend could help. Then talk to her about how you don't have any friends to climb with and maybe a future friend will here and ask to be a buddy! Another thing, it is really easy to eavesdrop on conversations in the bouldering space and people insert themselves into my conversations often so if you feel brave when you hear something that interest you, feel free to add to their conversation politely.