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Nick Gatel (ngatel) - BPL Lifetime Member

My Locale Southern California
About Me Started backpacking in the 1960's and still going strong.
CityPalm Springs
StateCA
CountryUSA
My Website URLhttp://www.popupbackpacker.com
My PDF Gear ListSub 4 lb

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All Forum Posts by Nick Gatel

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Re: How long do you hold on to extra gear you don't really use?
If you can't lend it out, then think about donating it to favorite charity or local Scout organization or school club that truly needs it. Another option is a local charity (you feel is a good ...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » How long do you hold on to extra gear you don't really use?
May 23, 8:18pm
Re: Re: Re: ultra light rain pants for ultra running/fastpacking

In GEAR » ultra light rain pants for ultra running/fastpacking
May 23, 2:25pm
Re: Re: Getting back into backpacking -- going UL after years of carrying 50+ lb packs
Love the bungee cord suspender!!

In GEAR » Getting back into backpacking -- going UL after years of carrying 50+ lb packs
May 23, 1:37pm
Re: Getting back into backpacking -- going UL after years of carrying 50+ lb packs
Joseph K, You might want to read these articles. Lightweight set-ups using the old traditional gear. Both include detailed gear lists. Nostalgic Hike with Chuckawalla Bill Nostalgic Hike t...

In GEAR » Getting back into backpacking -- going UL after years of carrying 50+ lb packs
May 23, 1:23pm
Re: Re: So this post is about ... hate of UL gear?
I am disappointed that Eric did not disclose what pencil he uses.

In GEAR » Gear Confessions
May 23, 1:16pm
RR Eco Speed T
Just want to clarify my earlier post. It is the Eco Speed T Shirt. Much different than the Rail Riders shirt most are used to. http://www.railriders.com/men-eco-speed-p-839.html

In GEAR » Lightest truly low-odor synthetic tee for summer heat
May 23, 10:12am
Re: Re: Lightest truly low-odor synthetic tee for summer heat
"Cotton" I agree. You can get all sorts of different thickness and weights. I use it a lot. The least stinky and most breathable synthetic I have is a Rail Riders Eco-T. I use it a...

In GEAR » Lightest truly low-odor synthetic tee for summer heat
May 23, 1:21am
Re: Re: Re: Not usually a problem for me, but...
I got in into trouble one winter when excessive frozen dihydrogen monoxide kept me tent-bound for 3 days. I couldn't travel at all.

In GEAR » Take any meds to fall asleep after a medium size hiking day?
May 22, 10:26pm
Re: Re: list
Everyone's list is going to vary. There are few universal items, to include the so called 10 essentials. For example: I often hike in familiar areas without a map or compass. I can find east...

In Editor's Roundtable » The SUL Wanderer (Video Series) - Episode 1: Gear
May 22, 8:37pm
Re: wow!
" wish they had an instant email option." Click the Watch button at the top of the thread.

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Help me go Solo!
May 22, 7:47pm

All Reader Reviews by Nick Gatel

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BPL Beartooth Merino Wool Hoody
Cool enough in 82F weather, warm in cool weather. Hood replaces light cap and light baclava. One piece of gear replaces several single items! Sizing is not 'standard.' But... if you review ...

In Clothing - Baselayer & Fleece - WOOL
March 09, 11:38pm
ULA Equipment
5/5 It seems that from earlier reviews, ULA has solved the communication issues with the addition of Casey to the staff, which must have solved that void. Not only was the communication great (t...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
February 23, 1:49am