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Frank Deland (rambler) - BPL Premium Member
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Yosemite pine cones? Pine cones in Yoemite? Here is one next to my size 11 shoe! |
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probably won't use Here is what you most likely won't use....or won't take next time: WM Hot Sac (unless it's winter) wet tissue emergency poncho Frontier Pro filter pillow case trash bag (make o... |
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stores and UL Gear I was told that a main reason the larger outfitters do not carry UL gear is because of the possibility of frequent return of gear that was mis-used. For example, a silnylon pack might be easily to... |
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rubber maid type mug/bowl On my last hike I replaced this: http://www.rei.com/product/752844 (Large) weighs 2 3/4 oz. With this: http://www.rei.com/product/787278 Advantages to the Sea-to-Summit: packs smaller and... |
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line tensioners at work Denis' design at work with MLD Trail-Star: src="/backpackinglight/user_uploads/1256074027_17160.jpg" width="550" /> |
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foam padding Owareusa has some padding options and ideas. http://owareusa.com/ |
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hydration system Hey, something new for my gear box! Google: Blue Desert SmarTube Hydration System |
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bivy and tarp Bivyis great for adding warmth or just as a ground cover. It is usually the end of the bag that gets wet, especially when sleeping on a slight downhill slope. The new bags dry very quickly, howeve... |
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esbit I have used esbit a lot using the match-under-a-hanging-edge method. Good to know of the other "tricks' listed above. I have had problems with old matches not lighting, too. |
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wow Wow! Maybe I'll head thee next year instead of the Sierras. Beautiful above tree line photos. Did you use a shuttle service or just friends? Is Durango the nearest airport? |
All Reader Reviews by Frank Deland
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Gossamer Gear Ditto. When something is not in stock when you first look, just put your name on the -e-mail-when in stock list and they will let you know. They quickly and without questions replaced items that... |
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Big Agnes Insulated Air Core Pad Very comfortable and a pillow not needed. But, you are not supposed to blow this up by mouth because moisture will get into the fill. So, there is a blow-up bag arrangement that does work, but it is ... |
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GoLite Ultralite poncho/tarp This Golite gear is made of a rugged silnylon. It has snaps to help shorten its length when worn as a poncho. It is useful to run a guide line over the top of it between the supporting poles to help... |
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Ray-Way 3-person tarp and net tent Att: Mrs. EW! You do not need all that extra weight of overhead netting, plus you will have even more room under your tarp without it. Just add several inches of netting along the side edges, and ma... |
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Superfeet Performance Green I do not think superfeet are supposed to prevent blisters, unless because they help correct the fit, they, by chance, correct an area that might otherwise chaffe your skin. Also, cut off about 1/8 in... |
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Bushbuddy "Ultra" (BPL/Ryan Jordan/Arctic 1000 Version) Wood Stove Note BD's final picture: the handles of the pot are directly over the opening that allows wood or fuel to be added to the stove when it is burning and the pot is ontop. When adding wood, I found ... |
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Montrail Vitesse On my first pair, the coating wore off the toe top. The grey just pealed off leaving a white fabric. Also, the rubber on the front side separated from the side of the shoe. I repaired it with Shoe ... |
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Merrell Mesa Ventilator II Cross-Training Shoes Ditto. I am about to head to the REI nearest me where they are on sale for $57 (Jan. 5) It will be my second pair having switched over from the Montrial Vitesse (see above). I had avoided this shoe ... |
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Littlbug Wood Burning Stove Littlbug Junior First, to find the website note that Little Bug is spelled with no "e". The efficiency of this stove amazed me. I have tried homemade versions of woodburners with little success, so I was ... |
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Gossamer Gear Lightrek Plus Poles Same as Phil Barton above. The tip broke off on the first day. I returned the pole, it was repaired at no cost and a spare basket and extra tip was also included. I had lost a basket as well as the... |
