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Racer X 69 · 03-29-2021, 01:06 PM - **4 Likes**

Closer to home Les, we have the Capilano Bridge

There is also a suspended walkway the follows the face of the cliff.

Racer X 69 · 03-29-2021, 02:05 PM

Originally posted by StiffLegged

But do you have a structural engineer's report on your pizza oven, Mark? Building Control would have you in the UK without one sir, you'll have to pull it down and make good sir, we insist sir!

Mark is an arkytect, so he should be able to certify the structural integrity of the concrete and brick.

**StiffLegged** · 03-29-2021, 02:17 PM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Closer to home Les, we have the Capilano Bridge

There is also a suspended walkway the follows the face of the cliff.

Kid's stuff! For a real buttock clencher, you simply must try the Mount Hua plankway!

bertwert · 03-29-2021, 02:19 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by lesmore49

Bert,

I recall back in the '70's or '80's the Canadian Forces also used to have some Chevy square look pickups that were built to Cdn. military specs and were one and a quarter ton, 4WD pickup trucks that were very popular when the military disposed of them via govt. auction. Hunters/ outdoorsmen liked them for their extra HD specs.

Also you being a military guy, would probably have a view on those VW litis the Cdn. Forces had for awhile. To, me being a layman they didn't look too impressive or safe for soldier use, but I was impressed when they were replaced by the Mercedes G wagon, military spec 4WD.

Les

https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8...i1HbRDX6xtQagI

I believe the Iltis was actually built by Bombardier in Canada, it's a funny small looking vehicle.

And, if I'm correct, the G-Wagon is also an LUVW, but this time it's SMP designation (standard military pattern) - I would hazard a guess that not many off-the-shelf vehicles come with machine gun turrets...

lesmore49 · 03-29-2021, 02:25 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Closer to home Les, we have the Capilano Bridge

There is also a suspended walkway the follows the face of the cliff.

Racer,

Well I can see that bridge has plenty of triangles and a circle to ensure it is strong....but geez...why would you want to go for a walk on that...unless you were some kind of dare devil and a big bet was at stake !

At best I might crawl around it on all fours and that's unlikely.

I'm sure there are a lot of adventuresome individuals who love to go for a stroll on that bridge and I can imagine the photos taken from it, would be incredible.

lesmore49 · 03-29-2021, 02:29 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by StiffLegged

Kid's stuff! For a real buttock clencher, you simply must try the Mount Hua plankway!

Yep...he's smiling now....but what happens if the rope or carabiner breaks !

My idea of having an exciting time is watching a Rambo or Dirty Harry movie rerun.

lesmore49 · 03-29-2021, 02:38 PM

Originally posted by bertwert

I believe the Iltis was actually built by Bombardier in Canada, it's a funny small looking vehicle.

And, if I'm correct, the G-Wagon is also an LUVW, but this time it's SMP designation (standard military pattern) - I would hazard a guess that not many off-the-shelf vehicles come with machine gun turrets...

A friend of my son has an Iitis (surplus) and it is an odd vehicle.

The military Mercedes G Wagon...sans machine gun turret.....I would think will be a popular army surplus vehicle for off roaders...if it ever is sold in auction, after duty in the military.

bertwert · 03-29-2021, 02:39 PM - **6 Likes**

All this talk of bridges and high routes. Here's one of my shots from a Via Ferrata I did a few years ago:

In fact, Rick Mercer's been on this one too. Bridge wasn't in so good repair at that time however (skip to around 5 minutes for the bridge)!

You Tube

Racer X 69 · 03-29-2021, 03:11 PM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by bertwert

All this talk of bridges and high routes. Here's one of my shots from a Via Ferrata I did a few years ago:

In fact, Rick Mercer's been on this one too. Bridge wasn't in so good repair at that time however (skip to around 5 minutes for the bridge)!
RMR: Rick Climbs Mt. Nimbus - YouTube

So you’ve crossed that bridge?

In a kilt, playing the pipes?

On telemark skis?

robtcorl · 03-29-2021, 04:31 PM - **6 Likes**

Double smash 8 oz. cheeseburgers for dinner.
Cooked on a cast iron griddle, on a Weber charcoal grill.

bertwert · 03-29-2021, 04:36 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

So you’ve crossed that bridge?

In a kilt, playing the pipes?

On telemark skis?

Not this time, all that stuff didn't fit in the chopper

bertwert · 03-29-2021, 04:36 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by robtcorl

Double smash 8 oz. cheeseburgers for dinner.
Cooked on a cast iron griddle, on a Weber charcoal grill.

You've got another made if I pop round?

robtcorl · 03-29-2021, 04:49 PM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

So you’ve crossed that bridge?

In a kilt, playing the pipes?

On telemark skis?

and on a unicycle?

Originally posted by bertwert

You've got another made if I pop round?

Fire's still hot, pop on down!

MarkJerling · 03-29-2021, 05:35 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by StiffLegged

Kid's stuff! For a real buttock clencher, you simply must try the Mount Hua plankway!

Note the tiny shoulder harness. If one of them falls off it will not be a pretty sight.

MarkJerling · 03-29-2021, 05:36 PM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by bertwert

All this talk of bridges and high routes. Here's one of my shots from a Via Ferrata I did a few years ago:

In fact, Rick Mercer's been on this one too. Bridge wasn't in so good repair at that time however (skip to around 5 minutes for the bridge)!
RMR: Rick Climbs Mt. Nimbus - YouTube

I'd rather eat a barbed wire sandwich backwards.

03-29-2021, 02:25 PM - 1 Like	#86765
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,350	Originally posted by Racer X 69 Closer to home Les, we have the Capilano Bridge There is also a suspended walkway the follows the face of the cliff. Racer, Well I can see that bridge has plenty of triangles and a circle to ensure it is strong....but geez...why would you want to go for a walk on that...unless you were some kind of dare devil and a big bet was at stake ! At best I might crawl around it on all fours and that's unlikely. I'm sure there are a lot of adventuresome individuals who love to go for a stroll on that bridge and I can imagine the photos taken from it, would be incredible. Last edited by lesmore49; 03-29-2021 at 02:41 PM.

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Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,077	Originally posted by StiffLegged But do you have a structural engineer's report on your pizza oven, Mark? Building Control would have you in the UK without one sir, you'll have to pull it down and make good sir, we insist sir! Mark is an arkytect, so he should be able to certify the structural integrity of the concrete and brick.

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bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by lesmore49 Bert, I recall back in the '70's or '80's the Canadian Forces also used to have some Chevy square look pickups that were built to Cdn. military specs and were one and a quarter ton, 4WD pickup trucks that were very popular when the military disposed of them via govt. auction. Hunters/ outdoorsmen liked them for their extra HD specs. Also you being a military guy, would probably have a view on those VW litis the Cdn. Forces had for awhile. To, me being a layman they didn't look too impressive or safe for soldier use, but I was impressed when they were replaced by the Mercedes G wagon, military spec 4WD. Les https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8...i1HbRDX6xtQagI I believe the Iltis was actually built by Bombardier in Canada, it's a funny small looking vehicle. And, if I'm correct, the G-Wagon is also an LUVW, but this time it's SMP designation (standard military pattern) - I would hazard a guess that not many off-the-shelf vehicles come with machine gun turrets...

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lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,350	Originally posted by StiffLegged Kid's stuff! For a real buttock clencher, you simply must try the Mount Hua plankway! Yep...he's smiling now....but what happens if the rope or carabiner breaks ! My idea of having an exciting time is watching a Rambo or Dirty Harry movie rerun.

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bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by Racer X 69 So you’ve crossed that bridge? In a kilt, playing the pipes? On telemark skis? Not this time, all that stuff didn't fit in the chopper

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MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,423	Originally posted by bertwert All this talk of bridges and high routes. Here's one of my shots from a Via Ferrata I did a few years ago: In fact, Rick Mercer's been on this one too. Bridge wasn't in so good repair at that time however (skip to around 5 minutes for the bridge)! RMR: Rick Climbs Mt. Nimbus - YouTube I'd rather eat a barbed wire sandwich backwards.

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