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good topo software for macintosh Any suggestions for good topo software to be used on a mac for printing out maps as well as gps routes? There are many reviews online for the national geos on mac that are pretty bad. |
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and is lightweight of course or at least reasonably lightweight, say 5oz max. Or is it better/possible to add an antenna extenstion to the something like the Garmin Geko 301? |
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GPS for under the trees Any recommendations for a GPS receiver that would have reliable reception under the trees? Some of the ones reviewed here at BPL look great for more clear alpine conditions, but if I am going to p... |
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Re: More PNW Advice Curt, could you give me your email? I have some more gear questions/rain practices but this thread has gotten a little too big. You can email me at danjschmidt at gmail.com. |
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All things considered Yes, an in depth article about gear/layering systems in prolonged cold rain/high humidity would be great! |
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people overrate staying dry I'd agree, if getting wet didn't make me colder. |
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answers Hey Curt, luckily, I have never experienced 72 hours of rain in my BD Firstlight, I have lucked out my last few long trips in the Cascades. My prediction is that would be patchy leaking, as it can... |
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EPIC wet out time Curt, how long before EPIC wets out during a full day of liquid sunshine(the standard NW steady drizzle)? Does it dry out at nite well? Do you need to wear it in your sleeping bag or will hang dry... |
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EPIC Thanks Curt. I have tried the o2 rainwear but find it extremely lacking in durability. I think you're right about a pertex shell with pit zips. With an umbrella, a full zip windshirt works well.... |
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layering in the Pacific NW Does anyone have extensive experience with softshells and/or pertex quantum in prolonged(days) cold rain in a climate like the NW? What material would dry out the quickest overnight in my sleepin... |
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ThermoJet MicroLite Same problem with no communication. Will change rating when product delivers. Even though I would rather refund at this point but no one answers. Maybe they went hiking. |
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Tarptent Squall I got pummeled in the lagunas on the pct in the squall in April. The wind ate it up and it offered no protection from freezing wind and blowing sleet. It was pitched correctly and very taught. Grant... |
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Granite Gear Vapor Trail First off, this pack weighs two pounds but is infinitely more comfortable than any 1 lb pack. I found it to be very comfortable up to 20 lbs for high mile days but still tolerable up to 30 lbs for ... |
