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Keith Selbo (herman666) - BPL Forum Member
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All Forum Posts by Keith Selbo
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chart update Bob, It's been a while since I made the chart and I don't remember my rationale for choosing a computed volume. It may be because not all the volumes were available from the manufacture... |
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Spread sheet update. Michael, I updated my spreadsheet with the new bear boxer. Also, instead of calculating it's volume, I used their numbers. They also reported a lower weight than what I had. I don't k... |
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results of my survey Re-posted from another thread for your convenience and information is my comparison chart below. note: Garcia manufacturer does not post canister's volume. |
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lightweight Since this is a lightweight backpacking forum, I would recommend against cord locks and tensioners in favor of knots like the taught line hitch and the tarbell hitch, both of which work very well a... |
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protection and sandals The "protection" they were referring to was from stones. Insoles are pretty thin, so the stones can be felt through them, sometimes painfully. Frankly, I'd prefer the sandal alter... |
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lifetime cost Christopher, The only thing I'd consider is the future. The small Bearikade weighs a few more ounces but holds about twice as much. It also costs one hell of a lot more. If you're... |
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2.5 oz. camp slippers I saw some homemade flip flops in this forum before, but I couldn't find the thread. Anyway, they were made from insoles and were roundly criticized for not offering enough protection. I ha... |
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Mariposa No experience with the Ohm here, but lots with the Mariposa Plus. I find it very comfortable up to around 28-30lb. I also like the external see-through pockets. Gossamer Gear is very responsive ... |
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The lightest windscreen is no windscreen John, With all the windscreens mentioned, even the slightest breeze will cool your setup and drastically reduce its efficiency. I was disappointed to find that with a simple aluminum flashing win... |
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Beautiful job!! Lawson, looking at the retail price (steep) of the BPL tarp, it's clear that the only potential obstacle to success with your hammock will be durability. I've spent a lot of time hanging... |
All Reader Reviews by Keith Selbo
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Osprey Exos 58 I bought this pack for the loads imposed by longer hikes which exceed the comfort capacity of my GG Mariposa. The decision to buy was a long time coming because the 58 weighs a pound and two ounces mo... |
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Hennessy CAT CAPE PONCHO RAINFLY Product: CAT CAPE PONCHO RAINFLY Manufacturer: Hennessy Hammocks Weight: 9 oz. Price: $89 This Rain fly replaces the stock fly on a number of Hennessy models including the Hyperlight Backpack... |
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Hennessy Hammock Asym I reviewed the hyperlight backpacker elsewhere, but I wanted to comment on the review above that said it's necessary to tighten the ropes after lying in the hammock. This hasn't been my exp... |
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SteriPen Adventurer Price: $90 Weight: 3.6 oz Capacity: 50 l. per set of CR12... |
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Bearikade Expedition First, I'll round out the product info of the first review with the dimensions: 9" dia. by 14". Pricey is an understatement. I surveyed bear canisters (see below) and this canister is ... |
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Western Mountaineering Flight Jacket The first reviewer in this thread summed up just about everything pretty well. I'd have opted to pay the fraction of an ounce weight penalty for a higher collar to avoid the inconvenience of usin... |
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Hennessy Hammocks lightweight hammock shelters For starters, they have some fantastic promotions. I got a Scout model free with my Hyperlight Backpacker. I gave it my daughter and she loves it. When I bought a Hyperlight for my wife, another ... |
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Backcountrygear.com When the wrong Western Mountaineering jacket model arrived (They sent me a Flash when I'd ordered a Flight) they overnighted me the Flight jacket and a return label for the Flash. I like a compan... |
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Remington RMHL2AAA-B Serious Competition For the EOS Manufacturer's Specifications ... |
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Glad SimplyCooking Microwave Steamer Bags I use these bags for baking all the time. Usually muffins for breakfast. Put the mix in the bag, roll it up and secure it with a rubber band so mix doesn't leak out the vents. When it's time... |
