Dream Big

When I was a little boy
I swore that I would change the world when I grew up
Nothing else would be enough

I see it everyday
We settled for safe
And lose ourselves along the way

'Coz if you don't dream big what's the use of dreaming
If you don't have faith there's nothing worth believing
It takes one look to make the stars worth reaching for
So reach out for something more

Took a well perfected plan
For me to finally understand
But it's not me
Faith is something I can see

I've wiped my tears away now it's time for a change
No I can't waste another day

'Coz if you don't dream big what's the use of dreaming
If you don't have faith there's nothing worth believing
It takes one look to make the stars worth reaching for

'Coz if you don't dream big what's the use of dreaming
If you don't have faith there's nothing worth believing
It takes one look to make the stars worth reaching for
So reach out for something more!

*pic by Vexing art & Amelee at Deviant Art

-David Cook's song

Of Ballet n' Shoes

The first thing that pops in my head whenever I think about rock shoes is ballet.
Never in my entire life had I need to wear a pair of smaller than size shoes..
Think about ballet, the tip-toeing moves, the air tight space and the pain before getting used to it.Both perhaps resemble each other in most ways but I don't know whether ballet shoes stink as much .. lol..
I'm curious as whether someone could actually comment a pair of ballet shoes like a typical one..
One thing for sure, they don't use velcro do they?

I have enormous respect for ballet dancers, their grace comes from the painstaking trainings.
A fact we must all acknowledge, that beauty comes from hard labor...
We love seeing the intricate moves but we'd appreciate more if we know
what does it take and how much sacrifices to be made in attaining such splendor.






Now, I don't have that much experience and the privilege of wearing so0o many different pairs of different brands and models. Nonetheless this pair of Katana has been of great service and the one I would recommend to anyone. Katana is a sword in Japanese, this 'Katana' is worthy for any climbing Samurai indeed.

A very comfortable pair and I do think it's a versatile shoes both for gym and outdoor climb. It's actually in the right mix, not a pure technical shoes and great for long routes. Having said so, it still serves as good as any for the tiny foot hole or no holes at all. These are due to a good blend of stiffness and flexibility, superb for fun climbing and tricky crags. Ultimately, for a person who has narrow feet like me would definitely fell in love with the use of velcro that gives as much grip and comfort. Yup, the velcro is my favorite part of the shoe besides the Japanese alphabet on the heel. Looks cool right?




This is however not about ballet or review on shoes but rather...
A tribute to my beloved Katana... now that I have to get a new pair which may not be a Katana after all :)

Magic Words

Consistence and perseverance...
the magic words are CONSISTENCE and PERSEVERANCE

No matter how terrible it is we have got to be consistent...
to be a successful blogger u have to be consistent with
the regularity of the postings, keep it updated and make it look like someone's maintaining the page. It's not that hard is it? Just need that 'little' push...

At the moment I'm trying really hard in making sure that I keep posting in here..
It doesn't really matter how crappy it is the subject...
Whether it's of the interest of everyone, or within the theme of this blog.
Not that writing of this sort is a massive task, it's just
.... nothing ......



So, instead of just staring blank at my new 19" LCD monitor (hihi.. u should know that was coming ;)
I've made up my mind to simply do something.
Nothing will come to fruition if I just wait, as the cliche' goes 'action speaks louder than words'.
So starting from today onwards, it may just be another posting....

Maiden Climb

Here goes the first entry in the year 2009...

It's nothing much really but just flashing back on Katharina Saurwein, the European Youth Cup junior champion who came along with David Lama and the rest of Mammut team showing off their inhuman skills at bukit Keteri.

This was taken from the wall on the other side of the hill which is only accessible by going up the hill and through some 'ancient' caves. Could be dangerous so heed my advice to be careful. For those who dare, it could be wonderfully rewarding!

Most of the routes are 6C+ and above so u could try the challenge of curvy overhangs against the backdrop of a mosque and padi fields. To see her climbed with ease is sure enough to make u guys out there want to get a piece of the crag.

Let's get on the rocks!

The Last Remnants...

It's been more than a month now since I last posted...
Just wouldn't want to miss the month of December without any. Well, I have been frantically busy during this month and barely had the time to write plus there haven't been anything much going on in the scene (that i got to know).. It's just the combination of everything that made me wished for a 48 hours day, barring more troubles that comes with it..


As u can see, the wall now is officially dismantled and waiting to be rigged at a new location, which is on the other side of the Youth and Sports Complex of Perlis. Umair, Ucu, Husin were the people who labored hard for the first two days before we had to call the old hands of Pak Non to come back and assist the work. Pak Non himself would draw the new design, he hasn't had any in mind the last time I asked.. hehe... Possibly a new challenge by modifying the structure... hope so.. after two years, we practically need a breath of fresh air !! Anyway, millions of thanks Pak Non for coming home from KL.
Do u know how hard it is to dismantle the bloody wall? It's only 12x6 panels but damn it's hard work. The structure is made of iron, and these guys had no machinery whatsoever to bring the heavy loads up and down. I think those who want a fast track in reaching 7b grades and above could really use this as a workout ..haha... Tired of training and not improving that much? Try to dismantle the wall and put it back, money back guarantee... The buffalo in Husin even lost his cool when I took these photos..


The dismantling part is done, I do wonder how many days would they need to put it back together. And I also wonder how much longer do we need to abstain ourselves from climbing the bedroom wall !