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ROBERT TANGEN (RobertM2S) - BPL Premium Member

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Oahu
I haven't been there, but when planning hikes, do we have to avoid drug growers, and / or native Hawaiians that don't like Mainlanders?

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Oahu hiking ideas
February 13, 6:10pm
Breezy on Mt Rainer
The people on cascadeclimbers.com have noticed that Camp Muir on Mt. Rainer is a bit breezy today: “Gusting to 152 but averaging 128 mph, incredible. And still going up.” “A cate...

In Mountaineering & Alpinism » Breezy on Mt Rainer
February 13, 5:53pm
"Tech" bindings
I'm looking at a pair of Scarpa Spirit 3, Dynafit-compatible ski boots as I type (well, between typing). There are two grooves in the heel, which spread out into a "T" shape. The Dy...

In Editor's Roundtable » Winter ISPO 2011: Day 4 - Technical Treats
February 10, 7:40pm
Yuppy Me
Re: ISPO 2011: “Danny is wearing the Belite Jacket filled with Eider duck down. This insulation reportedly costs from 3,680 - 11,000 € (US $4,999 - $14,944) per kilo. The feathers are collect...

In GEAR » Yuppy Me
February 07, 4:43pm
Partly Cuben
For What It’s Worth: note the length of the “Long:” 6 feet, which is long enough to cinch around the neck, so it’s not exactly a “Half Bag” or “Elephant’s Foot.” Vireo 25°-45...

In GEAR » I know we decided gear sucks and all, but check this out: Cuben Infused Cyanocitta.
February 01, 10:19am
Down in the PNW
[RAB HAS 2 Event “shelters” tall enough that you can sit up inside]: [TENT 1]: Summit Mountain Bivi: Single skin, 2 person mountaineering shelter with increased headroom Weight:2000g/71oz (...

In GEAR » Down in the PNW
January 27, 12:29am
Gassy vest
Re: “I would take a serious look at Klymit argon gas vests…. They aren't affected by moisture…” Is this the answer to a question raised in another thread, namely, how does one cope wi...

In GEAR » recommendation for vest- on the move AND insulation for camp/sleep
January 26, 8:11pm
DAS parka
I know I am being too tough on the reviewer, who I'm sure is a nice guy. Sorry. I am an IBM computer, not a hUUman, and get stuck in my logic circuits, so, just to stir up trouble, NOTE: NOWH...

In GEAR » Logic error in DAS review?
January 18, 6:26pm
Logic error in DAS review?
Shane Shin in his January 15, 2011 review said the DAS is too cold: “The downsides of the parka are that it’s not that warm! This will keep me warm in 20 degree weather standing around for abo...

In GEAR » Logic error in DAS review?
January 18, 9:38am
Down with sealed seams
Apparently, this snowboarder down parka attempts to seal the seams, but I can’t vouch for how successful they are: Burton AK 2L LZ Down Jacket - Men's from Backcountry.com: • Gore-Tex P...

In GEAR » Down and Event or like material
January 13, 10:23pm

All Reader Reviews by ROBERT TANGEN

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Rab Boreas extremely thin soft shell
1. David Chenault: “I'm a huge fan. It's been a great layer for BC skiing thus far. I expect it to be fairly bug proof too.” 2. Noted mountain climber Nils Nielsen: “The last month I’ve be...

In Clothing - Wind & Soft Shell
March 06, 3:44pm
WalMart / "Starter" compression shorts
(Others have written that they like these, and I agree.) The WalMart / “Starter” compression shorts are: 1. Long enough to prevent abrasion, even if you have massively muscled, Greek God-like thighs...

In Clothing - Baselayer & Fleece - SYNTHETIC
May 02, 1:12pm
MLD 2009 Revelation
Five Stars! I love the new 2009 Revelation from Mountain Laurel Designs! I haven’t wrung it out like Ryan Jordan did for the pack he recently reviewed, so I don’t have his detailed data base, but th...

In Backpacks - Frameless
May 21, 6:12pm