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Stephen Eggleston (happycamper) - BPL Forum Member
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Gorilla I noticed a few differences between the GG Gorilla pack in the article pics and the one I purchased this year. The velcro straps to hold the stays are different and it looks like the y strap closur... |
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LED Headlamps and Lithium Batteries Some great info and insights! |
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LED Headlamps and Lithium Batteries I called Princeton Tec, but I ended up talking to someone who put me on hold a couple times to get more info. In other words I got customer service not the tech department. They said they don... |
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LED Headlamps and Lithium Batteries It sounds like there is a potential for a problem but not necessarily a problem. Good to know. |
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Patagonia Ultralight down shirt It's all about the quarterly 40% off sale on the already discounted prices at the outlet store! That way we can have our organic recycled Patagucci and afford to eat our cake too! Haha:) |
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Patagonia Ultralight down shirt I don't have one of these but saw them in the store. Not sure it really fills any niche that, as others have said, a baselayer fleece and windshirt couldn't fill. But I'm sure it works ... |
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LED Headlamps and Lithium Batteries Yes, I heard that lithiums could provide too much juice. But the lack of specific warning in the instructions or on the PT website confused me. I will contact PT to get the definitive answer like y... |
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LED Headlamps and Lithium Batteries Does anyone have insight on using lithium batteries in headlamps that are listed for use with alkaline batteries? I have a Princeton Tec Fuel(most recent version) and want to use lithium batteri... |
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WTB: Gatewood Cape Still looking for a gatewood cape? I have one. |
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Need Help Choosing A Pack I am looking for a new pack. I currently use a Golite Jam (original version.) I am looking for similar volume to the Jam but with more comfort and back panel ventilation/mesh. I also may be interes... |
All Reader Reviews by Stephen Eggleston
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GoLite Radian Pants (Men's) For the sake of full disclosure I must let you know that I am hard to please when it comes to outdoor pants(What's the deal with all the baggy pants out there?!?) I gave these pants a 4 but wou... |
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TarpTent Seeing all these glowing customer service reviews I wanted to chime in too. Henry Shires repaired a torn seam on my tarptent following a brief phone call from me to him. His repair was quick with a sh... |
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Glaceau Smart Water 1 Liter bottle I noticed this plastic water bottle in the grocery store a while back. I was looking for something that would fit the narrow side pockets on my pack and yet still hold an adequate amount of water. Thi... |
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Marmot Atom (gets a 4.5/5) Weighing in at 18.4oz/530g the Marmot Atom packs big warmth in a small package.(Did that sound like a Backpacker magazine tagline??) Actually it's true, this bag is warm. It is r... |
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Lowe Alpine Flywheel 30 You may be wondering why I dare put a lowe alpine pack review on BPL. Well, let me tell you, this is a day pack and it doesn't weigh 6.5 pounds(like my long gone Contour.) The Flywheel 30 is curren... |
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Seychelle In Line Eliminator I have used this filter for about 2 years. There are several 'pros' about this filter, a few 'cons' and one concern. The Pros: no chemicals involved, very light for a filter, the in-... |
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Mammut Cloud Jacket This insulated jacket isn't really that ultralight at about 14-15 ounces, but if you saw it cheap on the internet like me and are thinking about getting it then think twice! The proprietary insulation... |
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Brunton Crux The Brunton Crux has serious gadget appeal. Using this thing is like playing with one of those Transformer toys from the 80's...you know, autobots & decepticons!! This stove also has 'made in japan' q... |
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Wigwam Merino Comfort Hiker These socks are plush, super-comfy and well-priced. During several wet days on a recent trip I wore them with rain soaked trail runners; the socks felt surprisingly dry to my feet even as they absorbe... |
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Patagonia MicroPuff Vest This lightweight vest(my men's M: 171g/6oz)is another versatile item in the micropuff line. The construction is Patagonia's high quality(and the price is Patagonia's high price!) I like the soft feel ... |
