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Jarrod Blundy
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a simple internet typist. i play outside.
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Watched: Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery 🍿
Poster and review of “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.” The poster features a group of people standing around a grave, with a church in the background. The text reads: “2025, Rian Johnson. Fun, engaging movie, if not as spectacular as the first two Knives Out films. Didn’t feel like we got to know each character as much as we should have. But the reveal, as always, was glorious. Would watch again!” Rater with one thumb up.
December 17, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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Chouinard’s Gully. Crystal Ice Tower. Roaring Brook Falls. Great day to climb ice with @mikehazard__! https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/12/13/chouinards-gully-crystal-ice-tower.html
A person in a red jacket ascends a snowy mountain slope using ice tools. Surrounding are snow-covered trees and a misty valley backdrop with a frozen lake. A climber ascends a steep icy slope using ropes surrounded by snow-covered rocks and trees under a snowfall. A person ascends a snowy slope, using climbing gear and a rope, surrounded by snow-laden trees in a forested area. Climber ascends a vertical ice face in a wintry forest using crampons and a climbing rope, surrounded by bare trees and an overcast sky.
December 14, 2025 at 3:40 AM
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Fun day down in the canyon getting on a couple classic single pitch ice routes with @mudrat_mackenzie! Lions and Hot Shot were both awesome. Thick enough to not bottom out any screws. 👌 https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/12/11/fun-day-down-in-the.html
A person climbs a steep icy cliff using climbing gear surrounded by snow-covered rocks and trees under a cloudy sky. A climber ascends a steep, icy waterfall using ice axes and crampons, surrounded by snow-dusted rocks and trees. A safety rope is attached above. A climber ascends a snow-covered rocky ice wall using ropes amidst a winter landscape with trees at the top of the cliff. A climber ascends a frozen waterfall using ice climbing gear surrounded by snow-covered rocks in a mountainous environment.
December 12, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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Weather turned out to be perfect for @adkclimb.club! A nice, temperate evening after all the frigid days we’ve had (and will have again tomorrow!). Fun times working the steep routes at Pitchoff Quarry with friends!
A climber ascends an ice-covered wall using ice picks at night illuminated by headlamp light. Text Day 6 appears in the upper left corner against a dark sky. A person in a blue jacket stands holding a rope, surrounded by snow and ice, near a rocky cliff at night. A yellow backpack rests nearby on the snow-covered ground. A person climbs a towering ice wall using equipment in a snowy, dark environment with sparse, leafless branches visible above.
December 11, 2025 at 6:38 AM
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A new, classic @[email protected] moment is born! “How DARE you!?” 🤣 🎙️ https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/12/10/a-new-classic-atpfmmastodonsocial-moment.html
December 10, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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I don’t think my mouse repellent is working… 😕
A packet of rodent repellent and some scattered granules nibbled from it are seen inside an open drawer.
December 5, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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Early ice season is treating us so well in the Adirondacks! Awesome couple of days swinging tools and kicking ice. Come learn to scale frozen waterfalls with us!
A climber in a red jacket ascends a snowy ice wall using ice axes, surrounded by a forest covered in snow. A climber prepares for ascent holding ropes with ice axes embedded in a frozen waterfall surrounded by snowy rocks and trees. Climber wearing a red jacket and yellow crampons ascends an icy slope using ice axes surrounded by snowy trees and secured with climbing ropes attached to ice screws. Two climbers ascend a steep icy slope using ice axes wearing thick winter gear surrounded by snow-covered trees one climber gives a thumbs-up while the other takes a selfie.
December 5, 2025 at 6:40 AM
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Started reading: Apple in China by Patrick McGee 📚

Finally available from my library (via Libby). Let’s see if all the positive reviews hold up. (Based on the prologue, they will.)
December 1, 2025 at 2:02 AM
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Finished reading: Born to Run by Christopher McDougall 📚

Holy smokes, what a book! Both the story and science were each captivating. Definitely got me fired up for running, and getting back into barefoot shoes. 👍👍
December 1, 2025 at 2:02 AM
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Got in a few laps at Pitchoff Right and Pitchoff Quarry this afternoon with @bbrianandersonn. As @ianosteyee1 put it, conditions aren’t great but they are passable — and certainly passable enough for a good time! Got a @taipan_man and Lu... https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/11/30/got-in-a-few-laps.html
Climber wearing helmet and crampons stands holding ice axe against frozen waterfall with secured rope dangling nearby surrounded by icy terrain and sparse trees. Climber ascends icy cliff using a rope surrounded by bare winter trees under a cloudy sky. A person ascends a steep icy cliff using climbing gear in a barren, snowy landscape with bare trees overhead. Rope descends steep snowy slope bordered by trees where a person in climbing gear navigates downward surrounded by winter forest and rocky terrain.
December 1, 2025 at 12:41 AM
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Finished reading: Dirtbag Billionaire by David Gelles 📚

Though it perhaps lionizes Chouinard and glosses over some of his distasteful qualities more than necessary, this book gave me way more appreciation for Patago... https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/11/27/finished-reading-dirtbag-billionaire-by.html
November 27, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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This comparison of iPhone models to car models by @[email protected] is quite apt:
The image is a section of text comparing iPhones to cars in terms of features and marketing strategies. It describes the iPhone 16e as a basic model likened to an older, less equipped mid-size SUV with a poor backup camera. The iPhone 17 is likened to a mid-size SUV suitable for work and personal use, seen as a reliable choice. The iPhone Air is compared to a luxury compact electric car, which is stylish but less practical. Finally, the iPhone 17 Pro is described as a luxury full-size SUV, expensive and feature-rich, providing comfort in having extra capabilities available.
November 23, 2025 at 2:56 AM
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You’ve heard a lot about Tom from us over the last year. Let us just say that it was an honor to be trusted by him along his 46er journey, and we can’t wait for the next one. Thanks, Tom! 🙌
A person in outdoor gear smiles while standing in a snowy mountainous area. Beside them is text: “Jarrod guided me to 42 of the 46 ADK peaks. I felt so comfortable with Jarrod’s approach to hiking. He reviewed the trails with me before each hike, he provided a list of gear/attire for each weather condition, and always contacted me the morning of each hike. In addition to being an impeccable guide, he is a wonderful person. Along the trail, he pointed out the features of the hike and the history behind each peak. He spotted my hiking progress in precarious situations, especially on steep rock slabs and slides. If my gear failed during a hike, he would give me his gear. I plan to continue hiking in the Adirondacks with Jarrod. Many thanks” — Tom Sagers ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
November 21, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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Started reading: Dirtbag Billionaire by David Gelles 📚

I’ve long been fascinated by Yvon Chouinard’s story from, well, dirtbag climber to luminary billionaire who started Patagonia and what would become Black Diamond.
November 21, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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No Bingo for me, but a fun trip down memory lane from BasicAppleGuy. Totally forgot about the iPod nano Tubes!
A bingo card titled “Obscure Apple Accessories Bingo” featuring various Apple accessories. Some items are crossed out with red X marks. Accessories include: iPod Socks, iPhone Pocket, iPod Radio Remote, Smart Battery Case, iPod Remote, iPhone Bluetooth Headset, Battery Charger, iPod Lanyard Headphones, AW Magnetic Charging Dock, iPhone Crossbody Strap, USB SuperDrive, Nike+iPod Sport Kit, iPod Armband, iSight, iPod Leather Case, iPod nano Tubes, iPod Belt Clip, iPod shuffle Sport Case, Apple Pencil Cap, iPhone TTY Adapter, Apple Pencil Kit, iPod mini Lanyard, iPod touch Loop, and Mac Pro Wheels. Some items have been marked with red Xs, indicating they have been “found” in the bingo game.
November 20, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Well done to all the competitors at @vanhoevenberg’s boulder comp today! It was great to see all the stoke in the room! Big thanks to the staff who put it all together. 🙌







![Three people are standing on a podium holding p... https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/11/15/well-done-to-all-the.html
A person climbs an indoor bouldering wall using colorful holds wearing sporty attire in a climbing gym environment. Other people and climbing equipment are visible in the background. Two people climb an indoor bouldering wall with colorful handholds in a climbing gym outfitted with padded mats on the floor and a coiled rope hanging above. Three people holding mugs stand on podiums in front of a climbing wall during an indoor competition while being photographed Fall Bouldering Competition HiNotch Indoor Climbing Person standing behind a table displaying Adirondack Climbers' Coalition materials in a hallway with pipes overhead Text includes adirondackclimberscoalition org Onward Mountain Guides Donations drop your info here
November 16, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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McDonald’s isn’t wasting any time in phasing out the penny here in the U.S. I actually snapped this photo at the drive-through a couple days ago, before we stopped minting pennies:

"The U.S. ended production of the penny We... https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/11/13/mcdonalds-isnt-wasting-any-time.html
A printed McDonald’s sign explains a nationwide penny shortage leading to cash change rounding to the nearest 5 cents. Menu prices stay unchanged; only change will be rounded. The sign concludes with, “We appreciate your understanding!” There is a decorative element with an orange and yellow design on the right.
November 13, 2025 at 10:36 PM
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It’s when you’re least expecting it, that’s when they getcha! 😆 Glad to see it’s got some traction — hopefully leads to more folks taking control of their spot on the web.
Oh cool, Jarrod Blundy’s blog post about Micro.blog S... https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/11/12/its-when-youre-least-expecting.html
A list of Hacker News articles features various tech-related headlines and community discussions, with a specific news item about Micro.blog’s new video hosting tier circled in orange.
November 12, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Today marks one year since my first client took a chance on Onward Mountain Guides as a brand-new guide service and we climbed two mountains together. Since then, we’ve hiked 40 peaks together, and I couldn’t be more grateful to ... https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/11/05/today-marks-one-year-since.html
A person stands on a rocky mountain peak wearing a jacket and yellow pants against a background of snow-covered mountains under a cloudy sky. Text reads ONWARD MOUNTAIN GUIDES Celebrating One Year in Business.
November 6, 2025 at 3:38 AM
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Kevin brought so much enthusiasm to his time rock climbing with us and left the day itching for more! We talked about getting his kids into so that climbing can be a family adventure for them. Can’t wait to meet the rest of... https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/10/29/kevin-brought-so-much-enthusiasm.html
A person wearing a helmet stands on a rocky cliff holding climbing equipment against a clear blue sky. Text reads Kevin Weatherby Local Guide 9 reviews 50 minutes ago Absolutely awesome trip Jarrod showed us the ropes and had us climbing and repelling in no time I will absolutely be calling him for my next trip
October 29, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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A Very Good Tweet™
I’ve heard of time travel but this is ridiculous

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A screenshot of my iPhone lock screen in which the clock has moved to the left edge of the screen instead of being correctly centred
October 22, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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As I told @bigbrando66 when he and the guys were here, it’s so special to see friends or family do these outdoor adventures together. The camaraderie, support, and trust that comes from doing challenging things together is spectacu... https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/10/21/as-i-told-bigbrando-when.html
Review text overlay on a rocky landscape with trees and a cloudy sky backdrop We spent 2 days out on the rocks with Jarrod and he put together a trip our group will talk about for a long time From challenging ourselves rock climbing to enjoying the beautiful sunset views as we rappel down the side of Roaring Brook falls this trip was a great introduction into a new sport for all of us Jarrod was more than willing to answer any questions we had share his knowledge and ensure we had a safe and memorable trip Looking forward to our next excursion thank you
October 21, 2025 at 5:37 AM
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Tom has set up shop in Lake Placid for the next few weeks to knock out the last of his ADK High Peaks. We kicked off his hiking residency with a trip up Mt. Marshall (4,360’) via the Calamity Brook trail. It was a fine fall hiking day f... https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/10/21/tom-has-set-up-shop.html
A reflective pond bordered by dense green trees under a clear sky captures a serene forest landscape. Text reads Mt. Marshall October 18 2025 Tom’s 34th High Peak. A person wearing hiking gear walks on a narrow wooden plank over a small stream using trekking poles in a dense forested area with scattered sunlight filtering through the trees. A person wearing outdoor gear stands smiling with hiking poles on a rock in a forested area by a narrow wooden footbridge over muddy water surrounded by tall, thin trees. Man standing beside a stone monument holding trekking poles wearing hiking gear in a forested area. The monument reads: “This monument erected by filial affection to the memory of a dear father David Henderson who accidentally lost his life on this spot 3 September 1845."
October 21, 2025 at 5:35 AM
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The boys are back in town! Brandon, Kevin, Shane, and Brian all came upstate for a weekend of camaraderie and adventure — and they sure got it! We spent yesterday rock climbing and doing a rappelling clinic at King Philip Spring Wall, ... https://jb.heydingus.net/2025/10/19/the-boys-are-back-in.html
Four people wearing helmets and climbing gear stand on a rocky outcrop overlooking a hilly landscape with autumn foliage and a cloudy sky in the background. A person wearing a helmet and gloves is holding a rope while standing on rocky terrain near a small pool of water. The background features large, rugged rock formations. Four people wearing helmets and outdoor clothing stand on rocky terrain with a backdrop of forested hills and a colorful sunset. Person climbing a steep rocky hill at night illuminated by a bright light with dark sky and scattered trees in the background.
October 19, 2025 at 5:37 AM
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That’s so kind of you to say, @danzelikman! It was a joy to get out climbing with you. And yes — can’t wait to show you the ropes on ice! 🙌

We work very hard to make sure our clients have a great experience. From first contact through hugs and high fives goodbye, you’re due the best. 😁
A five-star review from Dan Zelikman praises a guide named Jarrod for his communication, organization, patience, and thorough guidance during a climbing adventure in ADK, including multi-pitch routes and rappels.
October 14, 2025 at 8:34 PM