geofence n.— «The technology causing a stir is called “geofences,” and here’s how it might work: A struggling salesman veers off his route and slinks into a bar. Within moments, his boss knows he’s there. The bartender didn’t...
jackass v. to do something by brute force or by human power; to travel a circuitous route or itinerary. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
boondocking n.— «“Boondocking,” also known as primitive camping, is the RVer term for camping without the use of such conveniences as electricity and water. The subject, especially as it pertains to Wal-Mart lots, is a favorite...
beta n.— «A flash has come to mean the ascent of a route with no weighting of the rope (falls, hangs, etc.) It also generally connotes no significant pre-inspection, beta, etc. An “a vue” ascent is a flash with *absolutely* no...
redpoint n.— «Redpoint: A personal accomplishment—climbing a difficult route without falling, after one or more unsuccessful attempts.» —“Why indoor rock climbing is the height of fashion” by Sharon Doyle...
beta n.— « When the climber understands that the belayer is truly working for them, then the climber is limited only by their own technical skill and degree of boldness. This is particularly true if the belayer has already experienced the...