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Starbucks container details I know this thread is old, but I just ran across an empty one. Here are more details: Starbucks calls it the "Coffee Traveler." The stated capacity of coffee in the box is 96 fl. oz. (2.8... |
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Texas toast Michael, The black was leftover from another project. I definitely wouldn't try sleeping until noon under this kitty tarp in the summertime in Texas--you'd be Texas toast. Anyway, it'... |
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6x9 catenary tarp photo Tim, Sorry for the long delay. I didn't see your question on page 2 of the thread. Here's a photo of the 6x9 tarp cut from the pattern I posted. It has a bug net. The bottom is partly... |
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Trekking pole shaft Jeff, I got the golf clubs at local Goodwill and the Salvation Army Thrift Shops. My local Goodwill shop has a 55 gallon drum full of assorted golf clubs for $3.95 each. I am pretty sure two of ... |
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Alternate materials for Floam binder Joseph, Thanks for your suggestions. I haven't tried to make my own Floam-type substance. Some other adhesive than the white glue for the DIY version would probably make it waterproof. What ... |
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Plasti Dip works great Jeff, The Plasti-Dip worked great! I opened the can and poured some out into another can to leave room for displacement. The can size was just right for the handle. It took two coats (30 minutes... |
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Turn that pack inside out If the pack has a drawstring closure, you might be able to turn it inside out and repack the contents. This will keep the straps from catching on things. If you need extra protection, Tyvek should ... |
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Source for Plasti-Dip Jeff, I bought a 14.5 fl. oz. can of Plasti Dip at Harbor Freight Tools for $7. The can is tall and skinny, and it looks like I can dip the handles. I scored three more carbon shaft golf drivers... |
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Floam handle durability Jeff, Thanks for the Plasti-Dip suggestion! It sounds like it might do the trik. I have seen similar products for dipping tool handles. The handles seem to be plenty durable enough, even for ... |
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Floam trekking pole handle trip report Jeff, The Floam (TM) trekking pole handles worked well through two days of hiking at Big Bend NP. The first day we hiked about 8 miles through the open dessert. (We had a zone backcountry permit... |
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