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Re: Re: SUV vs. Sports Car / Boots vs. trail runners Thanks Tom I have looked at the Namche and would like to try them. I purchased the Wide version of the hardrocks and would have already purchased the Namche if they came in the wide version. E... |
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SUV vs. Sports Car / Boots vs. trail runners Ok I've made the move to lightening up. Now have lighter gear, lighter pack, lighter everything, even lighter me. Picked up a pair of Montrail Hardrocks - have done alot of day hikes and runs... |
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Re: Re: ULA Catalyst v. Granite Gear Nimbus Thanks John. My big summer trip this year will be along the Montana/Idaho border. With fishing gear and food for six days I expect my weight will range from 25-30lbs. Do you think the condui... |
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ULA Catalyst v. Granite Gear Nimbus Reading these posts I have seen alot of folks recommend the ULA Catalyst and the Granite Gear Nimbus (Ozone and or Meridian). Will reviewed the Granite Gear Nimbus and gave it very high marks. Ha... |
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Re: Sierra Designs Origami 2 Ultralight Miguel, A buddy and I used the Origami 2 UL last year on a hike up the Cimarron River to just below UnCompahgre Peak in SW Colorado. It is a little heavy but provides four season protection wit... |
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Re: Re: Re: Re: GoLite's new Trinity Fabric Thanks Mark - I hit Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma - with big summer trips to Northern New Mexico, Colorado, and this year Montana and Idaho. Really just looking for something to supplement a poncho... |
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Re: GoLite's Trinity Fabric - PR Speak Translation Thanks guys. I live in North Texas and hike all over Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma in Winter/Spring/Fall months. Summer is the big trips and usually involve Northern New Mexico and Colorado. Thi... |
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GoLite's new Trinity Fabric Checking out the new Paradox pant and was wondering if anyone has tried the new trinity fabric offerings from GoLite? I am looking for a good all around hiking pant that is water resistant to ... |
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Re: Re: ULA Catalyst v. GoLite Quest Thanks Ken, the advice is well received. McHale may ultimately be the route I go. I have an odd body shape which was great for football and rugby in my younger years. Broad throughout the should... |
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ULA Catalyst v. GoLite Quest Contemplating new pack purchase - read some reviews. Weight ratings need to be around 35 - 42 lbs for most of my longer outings. Debating between those two packs (or just biting the bullet and fo... |
All Reader Reviews by Philip Mack Furlow
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Cabela's XPG bivy Cabelas XPG Bivy is Big for Big Guys. This is my first bivy purchase and it is heavier than many of the bivy's I read about on BPL. However, 15oz for a 40"X90" bivy is pretty good. It... |
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Black Diamond Gradient Found these on sale at BackCountry.com and they have performed extremely well. Last year in Colorado stepped into deep mud and my left foot sunk over a foot. The pole bent - but did not break. I re... |
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Smart Wool Lightweight Block Tee Smart Wool Shirt is Smart Investment that might save your marriage. Just ask my economist wife. I love this shirt. It is comfortable, light, cool when hot, warm when cool, and best of all when swea... |
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Marmot Precip Jacket Mens Found PreCip on sale for $43.00 bucks with sale price and added coupon and I must admit that I couldn't be happier with the purchase. The big pit zips work great and vent well. The Hood is we... |
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Big Agnes Horse Thief Last year on a trip a buddy of mine had the Big Agnes Horse Thief. It spread out on the tent floor and looked luxurious after 8 miles and 3500 feet elevation gain. So when they went on sale I picked... |
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Therm-A-Rest Pro Lite 3 In my quest to move to lighter gear my sleeping pad was the last thing to give up. I love my 15 year old full length thermarest that weighs in close to 2lbs 6oz. It is heavy but awesome to sleep on.... |
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Sierra Designs Origami 2 UL The Origami 2 UL is a five equilateral triangle design that provides excellent wind and weather protection. At 1lb 12.5 oz it is a bit heavy for a UL tarp - but it provides ample room for two campers... |
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Montrail Hardrock In search of the perfect lightweight hiking shoe/boot - I have tried trail running shoes and lightweight boots. And I just can't find anything that can beat the Hardrock. This shoe has excellen... |
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Patagonia Micro Puff Pullover Buddy of mine recommended this and found one on sale. Purchased it for me and sent it to me with the bill. It is a light weight, warm piece of gear that serves as a great warm insulation pullover (b... |
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Smartwool Midweight Merino Wool Turtle neck Sorry guys - hit the wrong button. Meant to ask Ron a question about this shirt and ended up in the wrong spot. Couldn't back out of the screen Thanks for the information Ron. Do you think th... |
