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Wednesday, February 2, 2011

INTERESTING CLIMBING BLOGS

http://andyhouseman.blogspot.com/

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http://andyturnerclimbing.blogspot.com/


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Hock on the 5.7 "Razor" Pitch

Hock's best. What were your Five biggest and best routes?

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Hock's handful of could have, would have, wished I had, and still hope to do routes!

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Fossil Clubhouse

Fossil Clubhouse
Selden and Gary getting ready to frame the cabin

Cordillera Blanca

Cordillera Blanca
Fossils on Ishinca (18,500')