Okay, first things first: TRIPLE CROWN is hardly a competition to me... its more like a gathering of a TON of climbers to hang out for a weekend. Simply lots of climbing, talking, partying, and just enjoying the area for a couple days.
I think did good (for myself).
I entered in intermediate because thats what i did last year and I got 3rd so i thought maybe i could do a little better this time..... so basically i was climbing some random v4s and stuff. Then i hopped on a v5 and flashed it. Then i got on another v5 and did it 2nd go... which pretty much automatically bumped me to advance... (which i was cool with --- I was there to climb my hardest, not to sandbag!!!)
but i was already tired from earlier in the day so i hardly had enough time and energy to find more hard problems to send to do good in advance....
so i went and did a v6 and after that I basically had no energy to do anything higher than v4.
It's weird: I am like way too good for intermeiate but not good enough for advance. (at least at Triple Crown... I can own most comps on plastic besides nationals)
so i mean i didnt place or anything but i still had soooo much fun.
WOW i love Triple Crown, you guys dont understand. There is something about it that is addicting and it automatically puts me in a good mood. I think it has alot to do with the people who go: People who are passionate about bouldering and are looking for a good time. Triple Crown is a good time to catch up with old friends and meet new ones. Its one big party with climbing included. I love it.
Oh and I made up a saying for Hound Ears: "Hound Ears: the place where you can flash v5 and fall on v1"
and Evolv "hooked me up!!!"
I basically love it and i cant wait until next month: HP40, here we come!!!!!!!
p.s. i met a yourclimbing.com member: DAN! the photographer. It was a funny story, actually. I will say it later.
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woodchuck07 says:
An excellent time was had by all it sounds. Next, off to HP40 Nov 3-4, and then to LRC for Dec 1-2, possibly in some snow even?? Best of luck. (Can't wait to see what Dan posts up later today!)
climbingbum says:
Congrats on the sponsor!!! Just dont let it get to your head. Hopefully I can make it to Triple Crown next year when I can drive and have a lot more outdoor experiance. It sounds like a ton of fun.
woodchuck07 says:
Wow! Sponsorship for shoes. ( uuhh, there goes your former 'favorite' Sportiva). So soon we will find YOUR photo aside the Hera shoe, rippin up a route, instead of Sasha's? Sounds like you had a ton of fun at TC this weekend. Hope you find that elusive ride to RokFest at least by Saturday next weekend.
badash says:
it is -- for sure. And my job with being "hooked up" is not to be cocky, but to get people psyched on evolv! (you should get some!) =D
...they are vegan friendly!!!
climbingbum says:
Haha il definately keep it in mind when I go out to get shoes. Have any ideas for your own shoe model?
badash says:
They are sending me the Predator (which is a badass shoe, you should look into it) and also the womens Hera which is pretty cool for all around stuff. Get psyched though: the Sharma shoes are coming in January and they are SICK. Seriously, you will crank hard in them! http://www.evolvesports.com/products.htm <------- heres some shoes.
Vegas says:
BadAsh!
Those Pontas (aka the Chris Sharma shoe) rock, but unfortunately they don't fit my feet. Some of their more aggressive shoes liked the Pred and the Agro just doesn't fit right for some reason. After about like a minute I have to pull them off. I can barely get a boulder problem in before I start to cry! But Evolv makes some of the most comfortable shoes around. I use my Evos as a sport shoe, and I have a pair of Raves as a backup. I could wear them all day.
Any beta on their new approach shoe, the Rex? I loved the old one. The only problem with the Psyche is that they started falling apart after like a month (which is why i think they discontinued their line). Just wondering. Let us know what you think.
Yeah, if it fits your feet right, you're going to love your Preds. Some of my aggressive bouldering friends swear by them. You will crank hard.
Too bad I won't be at the Triple Crooooooooooown this year. Say hi to everyone for me. Especially if you run into the University of Maryland crew at HP40.
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http://vegas.smugmug.com
http://www.coloradospringsrockratz.com
climbingbum says:
The predator looks sick!! i want new shoes! =[ They should make a really durable, very basic shoe thats really cheap with velcro straps. Also with a sick design! id definately buy into that! but at the moment im trying to get money so i can go to tripple crown.
StellarTemple says:
Man, I straight up love Evolv. The Talons are seriously the best shoe ever. I want to grab the Predator cause I'm a fool for velcro. Of course, gotta rock out with the Defy when I need to give my feet a treat.
Vegas, I thought some of their downturned shoes didnt fit my feet well either, but it just required an extended breaking in period. The first three days were rough, but now they are wicked comfy. I could keep'em on all day if it werent for the fact that I catch my toes on everything when I walk in them. :p
Vegas says:
That's good beta. When I talked to the Evolv rep a few years ago, I couldn't get a good fit on any of the downturned shoes. I tried the Agro, the Talon, and the Predator. I was looking for a good bouldering shoe a couple months ago, and did try the Pontas. However, I went for La Sportiva's new Solutions instead and I absolutely love them. But for an all day sport shoe, I used my Defys and loved them. When Evolv came out with the Evo, I couldn't believe that I liked them BETTER than the Defys and been wearing them ever since. I think I'm on my fourth resole of my Evos.
But, I do have a confession to make. I am not a fan of their rubber. I find that it's pretty soft and doesn't edge very well. If there was any gripe against Evolv, it would be that. I know that they have been making improvements, and I think it's better than it was a few years ago.
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http://www.paradoxsports.org
http://vegas.smugmug.com
http://www.coloradospringsrockratz.com
badash says:
I feel ya.
What you are explaining about how they dont fit your feet is exactly like me and Scarpa shoes... ah i cant stand them! LIke... i love the looks and how aggressive their new shoes are, but i just want to tear them off within minutes of putting them on!
But yeah, the rave looks like a basic, sensitive shoe. I kinda want it. It reminds me of my first shoe ever, the Sportiva Mantras which i was a big fan of...
and I dont know what approach shoe they are sending me, so I am not sure. THe rex looks pretty badass!!! If i get them i will tell you.
I'm psyched. Hope you guys find some Evolv shoes that feel better on your feet!
dbrayack says:
Yah, you need to watch out for that alusive Dan Photographer guy...nothing but Barney Rubble (Trouble.)
www.brayackmedia.com
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