El3mentGamer Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 Dont know what parkour is? It's the art of transportation using only the human body. The objective is simple, get from point A to point B, as quickly and efficiently as possible using only the human body. Example: If you are physically fit to the minimum requirement (no offense of course) you should very much, look into this. Parkour running from cache to cache is extremely, fun, efficient, money-saving, and even a good way to stay in shape Quote Link to comment
knowschad Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 Dont know what parkour is? It's the art of transportation using only the human body. The objective is simple, get from point A to point B, as quickly and efficiently as possible using only the human body. Example: If you are physically fit to the minimum requirement (no offense of course) you should very much, look into this. Parkour running from cache to cache is extremely, fun, efficient, money-saving, and even a good way to stay in shape Don't know what getting old is? It is the art of learning to slow down and take care of what is left of your body. Good parkour is great fun to watch, and I have high admiration for those that have mastered it. I have, however seen parkour videos that are so bad that they were embarrassing to watch. Quote Link to comment
+6NoisyHikers Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 (edited) Both my teenaged boys do parkour (scary to watch somtimes but much happier to have them outside than sitting on their butts in front of a screen). Perhaps there should be a few T5 caches that require bringing along an agile teenager Edited January 16, 2012 by 6NoisyHikers Quote Link to comment
+Chief301 Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 As a coworker of mine once observed, you reach an age when it's not a good idea to get your a** higher than your head... Besides, how you gonna read a GPS while doing all these urban gymnastics? Quote Link to comment
+Ambrosia Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 As a coworker of mine once observed, you reach an age when it's not a good idea to get your a** higher than your head... Besides, how you gonna read a GPS while doing all these urban gymnastics? That's what I was wondering. Sounds like a recipe for disaster. I have a hard enough time reading my gps while walking, without falling flat on my face (which I have done ). Quote Link to comment
+The A-Team Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 Besides, how you gonna read a GPS while doing all these urban gymnastics? Just make sure you have a GPSr with a 3-axis compass. Quote Link to comment
El3mentGamer Posted January 17, 2012 Author Share Posted January 17, 2012 Well theres a simple solution: Look at GPS, parkour. Not at the same time. ;P Quote Link to comment
+popokiiti Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 The number of times I have tripped and ended up flat on my back - don't ask, it's a skill I perfected to protect my working arm - to the amusement of others confirm that it wouldn't be a good idea for me to try! However, I have seen videos of excellent athletes performing parkour, and I am impressed. Even back when I was young(er) I don't think I could have done very well. Whatever floats your boat - go for it. Stay safe, please! Quote Link to comment
knowschad Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 I can see it being an extremely useful FTF tool. I think all wannabe FTF hounds should practice parkour. Quote Link to comment
El3mentGamer Posted January 17, 2012 Author Share Posted January 17, 2012 I can see it being an extremely useful FTF tool. I think all wannabe FTF hounds should practice parkour. Which is the point of practice. Not saying everyone should do it, just saying its a really fun sport to look into and goes VERY well with city/urban caching, when there are many caches nearby one another. And the fails... well theyre just fun to watch Quote Link to comment
AZcachemeister Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 Parkour: Evading the mall-cops after they spotted you going for that lampskirt hide in the parking lot. Quote Link to comment
+The Jester Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 Dont know what parkour is? It's the art of transportation using only the human body. The objective is simple, get from point A to point B, as quickly and efficiently as possible using only the human body. Example: If you are physically fit to the minimum requirement (no offense of course) you should very much, look into this. Parkour running from cache to cache is extremely, fun, efficient, money-saving, and even a good way to stay in shape I question the bolded part above. Climbing on a vending machine and then doing a backflip down to where you started is hardly efficient - athletic yes, efficient, no. Efficiently moveing from point A to B using only the human body is the definition of walking. But it is interesting to watch. Quote Link to comment
AZcachemeister Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 Efficiently moving from point A to B using only the human body is the definition of walking. But it is interesting to watch. I was originally going to go there... Actually (after viewing the video) it rather reminds me of the story of the old bull and the young bull: The old bull and the young bull were standing at the top of the hill overlooking a paddock of many gorgeous young heifers. The young bull said "Let's charge down the hill, knock over that fence and service one of those heifers each". The old bull replied "Why don't we saunter down the hill, open the gate, take a sip at the water trough and then service ALL of those heifers?? Quote Link to comment
+The_Incredibles_ Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 Extremely cool and I am jealous of anybody who has the body to do it, I just wish those guys would wear helmets. Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 As if geocaching isn't dangerous enough, with your increased chances of contracting Lyme disease / West Nile / tetanus / fractures etc. (thanks, Snoogans) I've jogged between caches before, but stopping down to search for the cache makes it not very efficient as a workout. Quote Link to comment
+A & J Tooling Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 (edited) Whatever rocks your boat. More power to you. Of course having a sharp pencil or pen in your pocket might not be a good idea if you fall and impale yourself. I've always wondered how your insurance handles the 'incidents'? Do they dump you when they find out what your hobby is? Edited January 17, 2012 by A & J Tooling Quote Link to comment
+Coldgears Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 Clearly, this is the most efficient way from cache to cache. There simply is no argument to be had. Quote Link to comment
+CanadianRockies Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 (edited) Clearly, this is the most efficient way from cache to cache. There simply is no argument to be had. I'm always up for a good challenge. Wouldn't this depend on many factors? If the distance between caches is many miles, then I can imagine situations where driving might be more efficient than parkour. If there aren't many buildings between the caches, then I can imagine situations where a bicycle might be more efficient. If a cache is located at the top of a very tall building, then I can imagine situations where taking an elevator might be more efficient. Edited January 17, 2012 by CanadianRockies Quote Link to comment
knowschad Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Clearly, this is the most efficient way from cache to cache. There simply is no argument to be had. Considering that the videos that we get to see are highly edited, I have to ask... how long can these people really keep this up? Remember, our caches are a MINIMUM of 528 feet apart, even in an urban environment. How many caches do you really think they would be able to reach using parkour? Reminds me a lot of this scene from Indiana Jones: You wanna parkour to that next cache? Fine. I'll meet you there in my car. Quote Link to comment
+zsdeng15014 Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 (edited) never mind Edited January 18, 2012 by zsdeng15014 Quote Link to comment
+Planet Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 (edited) If it involves trying to get there over private property, then no, it's not the best way to travel if you're geocaching. Get there however you want, but please don't try to tie in this wreckless, foolhardy hobby with geocaching. It's one of those "Black Eye" issues, and geocaching doesn't need any more black eyes. Have you not been reading the thread about cacher safety? Edited January 18, 2012 by Planet Quote Link to comment
+A & J Tooling Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Don't listen to those worry worts! If you are having fun, who cares?! Right? Thought so. Oh, BTW, ever hear of wing suits? I betcha' one of those would make caching in the mountains easier too. Just ask that guy that met the mountain yesterday... Quote Link to comment
+The Jester Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Clearly, this is the most efficient way from cache to cache. There simply is no argument to be heard. Fixed it for you. Claiming that extra acrobatic moves (i.e.. running up a wall to back flip) vs. walking past the same spot is "the most efficient way" is ridiculous. To claim there's no argument is denial. Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Clearly, this is the most efficient way from cache to cache. There simply is no argument to be heard. Fixed it for you. Claiming that extra acrobatic moves (i.e.. running up a wall to back flip) vs. walking past the same spot is "the most efficient way" is ridiculous. To claim there's no argument is denial. I assume Coldgears was being sarcastic there. Hopefully I'm not wrong. As for being efficient, nothing beats armchair logging. Quote Link to comment
TheCacheSeeker Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Clearly, this is the most efficient way from cache to cache. There simply is no argument to be had. No. Doing gymnastics takes time and you're still around the same place. Wouldn't it be more efficient to run, bike, or drive? Quote Link to comment
El3mentGamer Posted January 19, 2012 Author Share Posted January 19, 2012 Let's clear this up. I was saying it's a fun efficient way to do it, not the BEST way, and to answer the distance question; stamina is the answer. Now for the backflip off a vending machine, that is not deadlocked parkour. That is adding a little swag (daredevilness) too it. Parkour is not made specifically for getting from point a to b. The primary based-off-of objective was THAT. Just like everything else, people re-interpret and edit it a little. Without personalization the world would be gray. Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 (edited) Let's clear this up. I was saying it's a fun efficient way to do it, not the BEST way, and to answer the distance question; stamina is the answer. You keep using that word. I don't think it means what you think it means. (I need to get this guy to post the above...) Edited January 19, 2012 by Chrysalides Quote Link to comment
+Otis.Gore Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 I started doing parkour when I was a little younger...fell and ripped my leg wide open. At that point I realized that...well, let's say nerds don't fly well Quote Link to comment
+Ambrosia Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hmmm...I wonder if he's a Reviewer... Quote Link to comment
+The_Incredibles_ Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 And the dog steals the show.... Can he sniff out plastic too? Quote Link to comment
+ras_oscar Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Dont know what parkour is? It's the art of transportation using only the human body. The objective is simple, get from point A to point B, as quickly and efficiently as possible using only the human body. Example: If you are physically fit to the minimum requirement (no offense of course) you should very much, look into this. Parkour running from cache to cache is extremely, fun, efficient, money-saving, and even a good way to stay in shape Perhaps we need a new attribute: anti-stealth required? Quote Link to comment
+BBWolf+3Pigs Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 (James May of BBC's Top Gear): Quote Link to comment
+t4e Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Extremely cool and I am jealous of anybody who has the body to do it, I just wish those guys would wear helmets. why bother with a helmet? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6fejWutXCk Quote Link to comment
+Ambrosia Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 And the dog steals the show.... Can he sniff out plastic too? I'm sure that he can do anything! Quote Link to comment
+The_Incredibles_ Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 (edited) Extremely cool and I am jealous of anybody who has the body to do it, I just wish those guys would wear helmets. why bother with a helmet? Yep, natural selection continues to work... Edited January 21, 2012 by The_Incredibles_ Quote Link to comment
+Otis.Gore Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 If it involves trying to get there over private property, then no, it's not the best way to travel if you're geocaching. Get there however you want, but please don't try to tie in this wreckless, foolhardy hobby with geocaching. It's one of those "Black Eye" issues, and geocaching doesn't need any more black eyes. Have you not been reading the thread about cacher safety? private property bla... Unbelievable Quote Link to comment
+Planet Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 (edited) If it involves trying to get there over private property, then no, it's not the best way to travel if you're geocaching. Get there however you want, but please don't try to tie in this wreckless, foolhardy hobby with geocaching. It's one of those "Black Eye" issues, and geocaching doesn't need any more black eyes. Have you not been reading the thread about cacher safety? private property bla... Unbelievable And just what is so unbelievable about respecting private property? (edited to fix format) Edited January 22, 2012 by Planet Quote Link to comment
+Otis.Gore Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 (edited) If it involves trying to get there over private property, then no, it's not the best way to travel if you're geocaching. Get there however you want, but please don't try to tie in this wreckless, foolhardy hobby with geocaching. It's one of those "Black Eye" issues, and geocaching doesn't need any more black eyes. Have you not been reading the thread about cacher safety? private property bla... Unbelievable And just what is so unbelievable about respecting private property? (edited to fix format) I find it unbelievable that, whatever the theme of a thread, sooner or later someone turns up going "nagnagnag...private property...nagnag...trespassin...nagnag...bad reputation for cachers, don't do it don't do it DON'T DO IT!!!!" I do see where that comes from. If I'd be likely to get shot if trespassing, I'd be paranoid too... I just think it's sad that there are people who have such a stick up their that they ruin everyone elses fun... It's the equivalent of the old lady sitting at the window all day writing down people parking in the wrong spot just cause she has nothing better to do Edited January 22, 2012 by Otis.Gore Quote Link to comment
+Planet Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 You call that nagging? Trying to remind people to be be mindful of the integrity of this game is nagging? I call it respect for other people's property. Quote Link to comment
+Otis.Gore Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Yes, I do...because of the frquency with wich it comes up. Reminding people now and then is OK and should be done, but bringing it up every single time, no matter how out of place, is annoying, and thats why I call it nagging. Just like, every time someone wirtes about a cache and uses the word "ground", ten people will start nagging "oooohh...hopefully for you, you didn't use a points tool!" (no, my shovel was dull ) I think everyone has heard about "The guidelines" by now, so if there is a need to let new cachers know, post it in the "getting started" section... Quote Link to comment
+BBWolf+3Pigs Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Yes, I do...because of the frquency with wich it comes up. Reminding people now and then is OK and should be done, but bringing it up every single time, no matter how out of place, is annoying, and thats why I call it nagging. Just like, every time someone wirtes about a cache and uses the word "ground", ten people will start nagging "oooohh...hopefully for you, you didn't use a points tool!" (no, my shovel was dull ) I think everyone has heard about "The guidelines" by now, so if there is a need to let new cachers know, post it in the "getting started" section... As long as there are people that continue to ignore private property issues, people will continue to need to be reminded. Quote Link to comment
+Otis.Gore Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Ain't that kind of pointless? So if you tell someone, and he chooses to ignore it, just tell him again, and he will suddenly do what he's told? The people who know it and care about it will stick to "the guidelines", the ones who don't...well they just don't. Repeadetly telling them to comply will not change their minds. Except from that, as I said, it's not the problem of reminding people, the problem is that I can't read a single thread without something like this in it...it's just annoying. Quote Link to comment
+Planet Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Ain't that kind of pointless? So if you tell someone, and he chooses to ignore it, just tell him again, and he will suddenly do what he's told? The people who know it and care about it will stick to "the guidelines", the ones who don't...well they just don't. Repeadetly telling them to comply will not change their minds. Except from that, as I said, it's not the problem of reminding people, the problem is that I can't read a single thread without something like this in it...it's just annoying. Maybe so, but this is a thread about trying to introduce something new into geocaching that doesn't sound like it fits with this hobby, that doesn't look safe, that looks like it involves trespassing and HUGE insurance liability issues, and that's the most perfect time to remind them. If you would rather I gave my real opinion of parkour, I would, but you'd probably just call it nagging, because it isn't the same opinion as yours. It doesn't belong in geocaching, it's not even closely related. Quote Link to comment
+Lil Devil Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 I find it unbelievable that, whatever the theme of a thread, sooner or later someone turns up going"nagnagnag...private property...nagnag...trespassin...nagnag...bad reputation for cachers, don't do it don't do it DON'T DO IT!!!!" I do see where that comes from. If I'd be likely to get shot if trespassing, I'd be paranoid too... I just think it's sad that there are people who have such a stick up their that they ruin everyone elses fun... It's the equivalent of the old lady sitting at the window all day writing down people parking in the wrong spot just cause she has nothing better to do With an attitude like that, I really wish you would quit geocaching and take up some other sport. We don't need your kind around here. Quote Link to comment
+Totem Clan Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 I'm just wondering how to prkour off of trees and rock or grass of the plains. That's where most of my caches find are. Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 ...and take up some other sport... Like maybe Parkour... Quote Link to comment
+dirt_empire Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 Sad thing is that parkour also brings attention to you while attempting a clandestine activity. Quote Link to comment
+Ambient_Skater Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 Private property doesn't even have anything to do with this. I'm not saying parkour fits with geocaching because it doesn't, but it's a stretch to doing it gives geocaching a black eye. There are plenty of public routes to take and if someone parkours on private property and happens to be traveling between caches, how does that automatically give geocaching a black eye? Someone needs to observe the parkouring geocacher, disapprove of what they're doing, figure out they are geocaching, and come to the conclusion that all geocachers parkour across private property to travel between caches. It's a bit like saying "It's illegal to have windows tinted past 35 in this state, so people shouldn't drive vehicles with windows tinted past 35 between caches because it gives geocaching a black eye." How would anyone make the connection? I don't do parkour myself, but I don't think there's anything wrong with it. I like skateboarding a lot more. Quote Link to comment
+Planet Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 When someone does a backflip off the wall, and lands on his head instead, and knocks himself out cold, or dies on private property, and and then someone else comes and starts a 15 page thread on what has to change to keep cachers safe, that's when it gets a black eye. Quote Link to comment
+Ambient_Skater Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 When someone does a backflip off the wall, and lands on his head instead, and knocks himself out cold, or dies on private property, and and then someone else comes and starts a 15 page thread on what has to change to keep cachers safe, that's when it gets a black eye. Sounds like routine forums activity to me. We can't keep everyone safe. How are you going to go around making sure all cachers are travelling between caches in a safe way? Because if they get hurt between caches, it'll give geocaching a black eye. Quote Link to comment
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