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All Forum Posts by Dondo .

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Shangri-la 2 vs. 3
I went back and forth on this recently and ultimatey chose the 2 because of the smaller footprint and easier setup. At 21.6 oz. without the stakes my sample weighs considerably less than spec. Is i...

In Winter Hiking » floorless shelter techique
November 20, 7:00am

Re: Go with the GF1
Wow, that's pretty fine detail in the second photo. How much did you crop?

In Photography » Advice Needed: Canon XSi w/2 lenses vs Lumix GF1 w/1?
November 19, 4:39pm

Re: Caldera Cone/ Brasslite 600 mug combo
Hi Steven, the inside diameter measures about 3 3/4". The mug fits snugly over the caddy, giving you a nice, compact package. Or you can leave the top of the caddy behind, saving some weight,...

In Gear Swap » Cardera Cone/ Brasslite 600 mug combo
November 19, 3:36pm

Caldera Cone/ Brasslite 600 mug combo
Includes Brasslite 600ml mug+lid, matching Caldera Cone, 12-10 alcohol stove, caddy, and instructions. Parts of the cone are a little wrinkled but the function is not affected. $45 includes USPS Pr...

In Gear Swap » Cardera Cone/ Brasslite 600 mug combo
November 19, 11:25am

Re: Warmth in tents vs. tarps & shelters
Just thinking aloud, Hendrik. If you were to get a foot or so of wet snow during the night, how would that affect the interior space of the Duomid? Would you still have enough room to stretch out?...

In Winter Hiking » Warmth in tents vs. tarps & shelters
November 19, 10:10am

Silshelter--$60
Silshelter is still available.

In Gear Swap » Silshelter--$60
November 18, 8:29pm

Silshelter--$60
ID Silshelter, old style. Stitching is a bit loose at the apex tie-out but still very functional. Otherwise, the Silshelter is in very good condition. Includes original stuff sack but no stakes. $6...

In Gear Swap » Silshelter--$60
November 18, 6:44pm

Re: "24: November at Sandbeach Lake"
Hi David, Yeah, I like the Microspikes a lot. For me, they have the best balance between durability, weight and performance of all the traction devices that I've used. Good question abou...

In Trip Reports » 24: November at Sandbeach Lake
November 15, 12:17am

24: November at Sandbeach Lake
Check out my new trip report at Dondo Outdoors.

In Trip Reports » 24: November at Sandbeach Lake
November 14, 11:21pm

Re: Best snowshoes? Tips? Recommendations?
Hi Eric, It took me several pairs of snowshoes to figure this out, but for maximum enjoyment, you want to go as light as you can on your feet. My recommendation is to get Northern Lites Quicksi...

In The G Spot » Best snowshoes? Tips? Recommendations?
November 14, 6:07pm

All Reader Reviews by Dondo .

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Montbell U.L.AlpineBurrow Bag #3 Long
Nice review, Mitchell. After our discussion here about this bag back in April, I had a serious hankering after this bag. I really had no need of another bag and managed to resist until the Memorial ...

In Sleeping Bags - Mummy & Other
June 29, 8:38pm

Rocky Rocky GTX Socks
Mine fit well. Size 10 slips right over a thin pair of wool socks and my size 9.5 feet. They are comfortable inside my trail runners and do what they claim to do--keep my feet warm and dry in wet, col...

In Footwear - Boots, Shoes, Gaiters
February 27, 8:01pm

Pacer Poles
Here's something I just posted at the Editor's Roundtable forum. It occured to me that it belongs here as well. Heather, here's something I posted on the TLB general discussion forum a...

In Trekking Poles
December 12, 8:28pm

Lighten Up! by Don Ladigin
This is the book I recommend to friends and folks I meet on the trail who are interested in going lighter. It's fun, unpretentious, and lays out the basic ideas in ways that are easy to understand. Do...

In Books and Media
November 23, 8:15am

Eastern Mountain Sports
Craig, good news. The last EMS store in Colorado closed a few months ago so no more tax for you. It was two miles away from my home in Denver and I miss it but I'll admit that I took full advantage o...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
November 21, 9:20pm