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F. Thomas Matica (ftm1776) - BPL Forum Member
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Camera Mount I simply screwed a double-ended lag/1/4-20 bolt into the top of my pole. Lag into the top of the rubber handle; 1/4-20 into the camera. Planted in firm dirt it can still be a little tipsy but it be... |
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Removing the Rubber Portion John, Do you think that a heat gun would have made the rubber sleeve removal easier? I'm referring to the really hot kind, like 1000 degrees, not just a hair drier. It could greatly softe... |
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Pitch Method???? RE: Stratospire 1 I watched the videos and looked at the sketches in the thread. i.e., the "pitch demo" video got me thinking and I really like the 2 peg pitch of my Moment. Your th... |
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Why Take the Chance??? I'd say if you must experience drinking from puddles, do it on day hikes when the consequences may not be so dire as when out for several days. Or hope that it doesn't strike until you get ... |
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Ultralight Tip of the Week Yes, Mike, thinking can get in the way. Naming that flower can put an end to really knowing it. The flower is our teacher and silence is our connection with it. Backcountry Buddhism at its finest. |
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"Solar Cooker" Homemade and Cheap ! Yes ! Thanks, Ken. I've got one in my car right now ! Ultralight price - $150.00 Synicism abounds ! |
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Solar Cooker Has anyone got any info on solar ovens/cookers for backpacking use?? It doesn't have to be super light. Portability is important though. Comments or suggested threads would be appreciated. |
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Ultralight Tip of the Week Better get some baggies on those feet if you want to keep the bears away! ! ! ! ! |
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From User of Big Agnes Copper Spur UL1 My UL1 weighed in, with all pegs, poles and sacks, at just under 3 pounds. I bought it for mild winter use as it has lots of room and high sides to keep blowing snow and dirt out. I found that, onc... |
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Lid Concerns I haven't read the whole thread, so bear with me, if redundant, please. I had initial concerns about how "my" system would pack without a lid. I've used just the tin foil lid, ... |
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Western Mountaineering The Company I have a new WM Summerlite. I love the bag. Good quality. Good materials. I don't expect less and did not get less. The lack of a phone number on the website is ridiculous, absurd, rude! I was t... |
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Mountain Dew 1 Liter Gatorade or other pop bottles are great, sized for your personal preferences of drinking an carrying. Cheap to replace if getting grungy. I also like to take a collapsible or two to minimize space req... |
