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Ike Jutkowitz (Ike) - BPL Premium Member

My Locale Central Michigan
About Me Grew up in the Adirondacks, with my first backpacking experiences on the Northville-Placid Trail. Avid fly fisherman and runner, occasional rock climber and mountain biker. Now living in Michigan which has put a damper on vertical endeavors.
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Similar experience to Nick's as well. This is one of the seams that appeared stressed very early in use (between the back panel and upper compression strap). I spread some seam grip on them and...

In GEAR » HMG Porter Pack: Any long term Durability Reports?
January 11, 8:47am
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Nicely done. I too loved the hot chocolate picture. My kids are about the same age. The sentiment was very familiar. Ike

In Post-Trip Reports » First Snow- 1/4/13
January 09, 9:19am
re: left to our devices
Another big +1. This has been on my mind lately, and the same could also be said with regards to the dietary habits of our kids. So far, 2013 is starting out well.

In Post-Trip Reports » Left to Our Devices, 1/1/2013
January 03, 10:37am
re: Killarney
Beautiful, Philip. Love the mountain lakes. Thanks for posting this.

In Post-Trip Reports » Killarney Provincial Park - La Cloche - October 21st-23rd, 2012
December 30, 1:12pm
re: quilts
Hi Sara, For the temperatures you are describing (ie down to low 20s) I would personally go with the Palisade. Whether this choice would suit you depends on how warm or cold you personally sleep. ...

In GEAR » Quilt Suggestion for Newbie
December 29, 12:25pm
re: Plans
Good thread, Craig. My plans: 1. Maximize my time outdoors- this I have never had a problem with 2. Maximize my time with family- need to work on this one more. I have spent so much of my ti...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » 2013 Plans
December 28, 4:58pm
re: Desert Trail
I've really enjoyed all of your adventures, and this was no exception. Thanks for calling attention to this little known trail.

In Post-Trip Reports » Desert Trail: Mexico to Canada, Highlight Video
December 18, 4:13am
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I use a foodsaver for vacuum sealing leftovers. As far as dehydrated food goes, I agree with Heather. I stick it in a ziplock freezer bag in the chest freezer. Because I FBC all my meals, it is bet...

In Food, Hydration, and Nutrition » Finally went and bought a dehydrator
December 17, 4:36pm
Re: Newtown
My 4 and 6 year olds got a lot of extra hugs yesterday. They thought it funny that their dad was so sentimental. My thoughts are with those affected by this unimaginable tragedy.

In Chaff » Newtown
December 16, 5:25am
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I really enjoyed this well written story. Thanks, Nick.

In Post-Trip Reports » A Nostalgic Hike with Chuckawalla Bill
December 09, 10:53am

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