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R K (oiboyroi) - BPL Premium Member

My Locale South West US
About Me A former motivated and hard-chargin devil-dog who now spends most of the time studying for a buisness degree, but will make any excuse to get outside and enjoy my true passion ... Lightweight backpacking and hiking.
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All Forum Posts by R K

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Re: What kind of fabric is this?
I have this exact item. It's Cap3 for sure.

In GEAR » What kind of fabric is this?
March 18, 9:27pm

Re: Re: best stakes for the High Sierra
+1 groundhogs

In GEAR » best stakes for the High Sierra
January 24, 3:15am

Sun Runner ...
... ought to do the trick. I dunno what's in the bill but its waterproof. The outer fabric gets wet but you can angle it down so the water drips off. Havent noticed any wicking in either. Bough...

In GEAR » does anyone make such a hat?
January 24, 12:54am

Re: Re: Re: Re: Is California really that big of a burden
Cookie jar? No. Officials don't have any incentive to reduce their budgets. That park does have a very useful purpose.

In Chaff » Newtown -- Who Here Changed His (or Her) Mind?
January 23, 6:20pm

Re: Re Re Maybe Ya'll should ask California to Secede
California is expects to have a surplus this year. Of course, economically speaking, a surplus is not really a good thing.

In Chaff » Newtown -- Who Here Changed His (or Her) Mind?
January 22, 9:31pm

Re: Too high of expectations from DAM's?
I've noticed the same thing. One trip on the snow, it was good but then the very next snow trip, an extra pad was needed, Hmm, weird cuz the first trip was much colder. I have a sneaking suspic...

In GEAR » Too high of expectations from DAM's?
January 14, 8:32pm

Re: Waterproof(-ish) running leggings
Check out www.foxwear.net.

In GEAR » Waterproof(-ish) running leggings
December 04, 3:27pm

Re: Re: Sorry
Hi Tanner, IMO, given your description, a little bit of loft compression isn't going to be a big deal. Is it optimal? No, but is it a good compromise? Seems like it to me. It always come...

In GEAR » Q - Down Jacket, proper fit
November 28, 5:45pm

Re: Re: Re: Re: SUL Winter Challenge
Up for round two?

In Gear Lists » Ryan Jordan's SUL Winter Challenge
November 26, 4:25am

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Susan Rice
"I can agree with some of the other things, but fewer unions are a great thing. They serviced a great purpose during the early 1900's, but today they are only a hindrance. We have plenty o...

In Chaff » Romney/Ryan 2012
November 19, 11:13pm

All Reader Reviews by R K

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ULA Conduit
It’s a good pack if you’re going reasonably light. It has all the features you’d want as a backpacker (good sized main compartment, back pocket for drying/keeping stuff accessible, side pockets that c...

In Backpacks - Frameless
May 04, 10:27pm

Outdoor Research Sun Runner Cap
My favorite hat because it’s versatile. It provides great sun and bug protection; way better than any wide brim I’ve tried. In the heat, the supplex/mesh combo breaths really well. When the weather tu...

In Clothing - Headwear, Handwear
August 12, 1:42am

Exped Downmat 7
The best sleep … Let me repeat that … The best sleep I've ever had outside. This pad is extremely comfortable. So comfortable in fact that I don’t even care how much it weighs. It’s almos...

In Sleeping Pads - Inflatable
November 28, 1:21am

Tikka XP
A headlamp with some very innovative features like the slide diffuser, boost mode and battery meter. I especially like the diffuser which makes quick adjustments for wide or focused light. Now I kn...

In Lights - Flashlights & Headlamps
March 07, 2:24am

Mountain Hardwear Micro Dome Hat
Simple, light, warm and functional. Not to mention it has some sex appeal. I wear this hat around town as much as I do outdoors. Recommended. P.S. Mine weighs 0.8 oz.

In Clothing - Headwear, Handwear
February 19, 12:58am

MSR Titan Kettle
This item is really good for the following reasons: good size for 1-2 people resonalbly lightweight good fitting lid lid handle stands up on its own and is i...

In Cookware - Titanium
February 08, 1:05am

Tilley LT5
I bought this hat after many glowing reviews around the net, however my experiene was different. The hat is very stylish and has a very comfortable fit however, it is just plain too hot to hike in....

In Clothing - Headwear, Handwear
February 08, 12:47am

Mountain Hardwear Super Wicked Zip-Tee
I rarely look to MH for lightweight gear, but this summer in Tuolumne meadows I encountered temps in the low 90's which made my Smartwool Microweight feel rather hot. Two weeks later on the Hig...

In Clothing - Baselayer & Fleece - SYNTHETIC
October 09, 11:47am

Arc'Teryx Gamma LT pants
These pants are light, breathable, wind resistant, bug proof and TOUGH. They’ve held up well to the rigors of climbing and kept me comfortable while hiking too. Zippered pockets keep things falling ou...

In Clothing - Wind & Soft Shell
January 30, 2:48am

Ray-Way Hikers Friend Water Filter System
This is one of my treasured pieces of gear and one that seems to attract lots of attention while on the trail. Its super simple to make, just as easy to use and at the same time its very light (6.2 oz...

In Hydration - Water Treatment
September 24, 8:07pm