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Matthew LaPatka (gungadin) - BPL Premium Member
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All Forum Posts by Matthew LaPatka
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pm sent PM sent on the Montrails. |
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pictures Can I see a picture of the Montrails? I see that you said you posted pics, but I can't see them. I am interested in picking a couple of pairs up. Many thanks! |
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FF Grouse in Nano BPL reviewed the FF Grouse in Nano and spoke very highly of the material. I have a Merlin and a Swallow in Nano, and it is a fantastic fabric. Very breatheable, quite water-resistant, and light a... |
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Darin Banner's article on this site After checking, Darin Banner's article on this site says that dehydration can lead to hypothermia. Here is the link: http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/hypothermia.h... |
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FS: Gregory Shasta for a non-UL friend Hi everyone. I am selling a blue, size medium, 5000 cu. in. Gregory Shasta that was used for only two weekends. I bought it back in 2003 for $250 from Eastern Mountain Sports. Does anyone have a... |
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All gone! All items are sold. Thanks! |
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sale pending The sale of the 2R is pending. |
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Bag and Dam are sold! The Warmlite Triple sleeping bag and DAM are sold. The Warmlite 2R is still available. Was $500+, now $350 shipped. Never used overnight. Thanks! |
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pm sent Hi Josh. I sent you a pm regarding the Lynx. It could be a great gift for a friend. Thanks! |
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sale pending on bag/DAM Sale is pending on Triple bag and DAM. The Warmlite 2R is still available. PM sent to you, Charles. |
All Reader Reviews by Matthew LaPatka
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Mountain Laurel Designs Ron Bell has created an amazing cottage shop which consistently turns out cutting-edge UL and SUL gear, not for the masses, by for the true purist. I now own four of Ron's products: 1. 2007... |
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Patagonia Patagonia has been the maker of my most-used outdoor (and casual) garments, and I couldn't be happier with them. I have been extremely pleased with what I have bought from them and have always be... |
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Patagonia DAS Parka The Patagonia DAS has been a great addition to my winter hiking kit. While there is no doubt that it is pretty bulky in the pack (I would like to see a newer insulation than the PG 3D), it keeps me w... |
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Patagonia Wool 2 Zip Long Sleeve The Patagonia Wool 2 zip is a great baselayer for hiking or trail running. It wicks very well, smells fine after A LOT of use, is comfortable to wear and has a great zipper. It also is not chilly af... |
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Sport EYZ ultralight sunglasses For less than half an ounce and a handful of dollars, you can get a solid pair of shades from Gossamer Gear that keep your eyes protected. I always hesitate to get expensive sunglasses since I can be... |
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Gossamer Gear Polycryo Ground Cloth(medium) I have tried a few different ground cloths (footprints from tents-heavy!, Tyvek, plastic sheeting), but this one is my favorite. It is light, pretty cheap, durable if used intelligently, and waterpro... |
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Not Without Peril by Nicholas Howe Not Without Peril by Nicholas Howe This book describes many of the harrowing experiences that hikers have gone through while trekking or skiing in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. While this book does not discuss lightweight back... |
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Montbell Thermawrap Vest The Thermawrap vest has been an excellent addition to my summer, late spring, and early fall gear list. It weighs under 5.5 oz, provides some extra warmth when the temps. fall into the fifties (when ... |
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Montbell Stretch Gaiter I bought these gaiters for what they were: a light weight (1.5 oz), breathable, water-resistant, stretchy gaiter that could keep junk and light rain/ground water out of my shoes. They do this very we... |
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Bent Gate Moutaineering Customer Service I was very disappointed with my experience with Bent Gate. I ordered two pairs of Gordini gloves in October 2006. I got the one pair in a week and was told the other pair was backordered and would b... |
