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Richard DeLong (Legkohod) - BPL Lifetime Member
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links to discussions of Trailstar I'm going to paste in links to past discussions of the Trailstar for reference: 1) initial questions 2) review: http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/reviews/display_r... |
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MLD TrailStar thread. I've spent a lot of time thinking about this shelter and would like to consolidate some observations and get some feedback from people who have used it in the wild: The MLD Trailstar: Thi... |
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Re: Colorado advice I would move to Colorado in a heartbeat, particularly to Boulder, for its recreational activities and the cycling culture there (you can live a full life without a car). I've heard tons of good... |
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Re: Question for TiGoat bivy users "Intrepid" = ripstop Momentum (i.e. from thru-hiker.com). |
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compare to cuben and spinnaker The true cause of the misting effect can be determined by comparing silnylon to spinnaker and cuben in identical conditions. Since cuben is a laminated plastic and 100% waterproof, if a cuben tarp ... |
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Re: Re: Polartec fleece weights Thank you, Richard! |
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Polartec fleece weights I am planning some sewing projects involving fleece ordered from Malden Mills ( http://www.milldirecttextiles.com/dept2.asp ). Does anyone happen to know the fabric weights of the following varieti... |
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the Inov-8 sizing thread My typical shoe size is 12 or 12.5. I have worn three models of inov-8s extensively: 305: go 1/2 a size up -- 13 fits me perfectly 320: go 1/2 a size up -- 13 fits great 315: go 1 or 1.5 size ... |
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bivy PM sent. |
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fall meeting? I recently moved to MN after finishing the PCT. Are there any meetings planned for this fall? |
All Reader Reviews by Richard DeLong
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Klymit Inertia X Frame This is a preliminary review that will be updated later this spring/summer when I get more experience with the sleeping pad outdoors. I will post what I know so far in order to help answer people'... |
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Katabatic Gear Palisade Quilt This is a preliminary review based on testing the Palisade on my balcony. I'll be using it all summer in the mountains of Europe and will update the review later this summer. The quilt is beaut... |
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Gossamer Gear Nightlight Torso I have seen no other pad that is as comfortable for the weight. True, for most people the Nightlight is not thick enough, but then use two! I doubt you will find a softer, more comfortable pad for the... |
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Bozeman Mountain Works Torsolite Pad I liked this pad while it lasted. After maybe 10 or 20 nights it developed a leak that I could not detect even under water. I think I have had it with inflatable pads... |
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BMW pro 90 balaclava Like the previous reviewer, I did a modification of the Pro-90 hood. I cut the front piece all the way down and sewed on omnitape velcro (doesn't catch on clothes). I also modified the elastic cor... |
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PossumDown Gloves (BPL Gear Shop) I have been wearing these for two years. They are very warm and comfortable for their weight and do not stink up. Before them I'd tried several different kinds of gloves, such as polipropilene and... |
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Mountain Laurel Designs Zip DISCLAIMER: this is a pack that came out in 2007-2008 and was seen as a sturdy and robust pack for the SUL spirit of the times. This model has sinced been replaced by more robust packs that probably c... |
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Oware I recently tried to make an order on bivysack.com and sent a couple of messages to Oware regarding my order. I have not received any replies regarding my issue and am not sure that the order followed ... |
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MLD Trailstar My Trailstar weighs 468 grams, not 650 g as the previous poster stated. That's with the included linelocks and seam-sealing, but without the included rope for tie-outs. You could cut off the 10 li... |
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Titanuium Goat Ptarmigan Bivy I have used the bivy sack extensively, especially while thru-hiking the PCT. It works. The long length is great for 6'3'', and the width is great. I have the full netting option and used i... |
