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i've only climbed twice in my life. the first time was way back in 1999 when i first moved to colorado and was introduced to top ropping by a group of friends. my slight(!) fear of heights kept me from ever wanting to try it again. my second time hanging around ropes was this winter (2005). a friend took me to the spot in boulder. i'm going to try it all again tomorrow. my friend erik is meeting me in keystone for some learnin'. he's generously agreed to help me become a better climber.

i hit rei today to get some equipment. here's what I spent way too much money on:

* men's spire five ten climbing shoes (size 7.5) - $80
* mammut focus harness (small) - $43
* a chalk bag w/ ball - $18
* a locking caribiner - $10
* an ATC belay device - $19

climb on!