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Mike Clelland (mikeclelland) - BPL Professional Member
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All Forum Posts by Mike Clelland
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pillow issue SOLVED Quick update. I think I solved the pillow issue. I wrote about it in a recent book - LINK: http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/interview_with_mike_clelland.html (yes, ... |
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what I use - Spenco Jelly - PolySorb Cross Trainer Insoles about $11 (as per tip number 84) (and see here) http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/reviews/display_reviews?forum... |
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Wow, nice list! Wow, nice list! ================== - The knife is carries, Right? If so, not such an issue. - I would NIX the extra water storage (Gatorade bottle) because 2 liters is plenty. - I would N... |
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bag - sock- another bag Reply to Brien: ------------------ Yeah! I like the sound of that system! That seems like it would work GREAT! |
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feedback and insights Sleep: FF Viero --------- 19oz - OR WM Apache -------- 32oz ******** ALWAYS Take the lighter option! And add an insulating layer to wear to sleep (That 14 oz parka will be the same as the adde... |
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feedback and insights You are trying to blend 3 things, lightweight backpacking, mountaineering and photography. Be aware, this is gunna be tough to fit all your LIGHTWEIGHT ambitions into this mix of desires. QUESTI... |
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trash compactor bag ______________________________________________ 2.2 oz each, super durable. |
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nice list NOTE: All the previous comments are excellent. _________________________ NIX tent and take a tarp. Save over a pound. Mini bic weighs 0.4 oz each NIX emergency blanket. Get a ligh... |
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plastic bags is to help make your feet feel a little bit warmer REPLY to Diane: ------------------- The reason to wear plastic bags is to help make your feet feel a little bit warmer. Even if you have gore-tex shoes, full immersion up above your ankles in a... |
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The book is NOW available! The book is NOW available! http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/clelland_ultralight_backpackin_tips.html |
All Reader Reviews by Mike Clelland
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Leatherman Juice S2 Multitool 4.3 ounces? Uhhhg! |
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Hefty Trash Compactor Bag as LINER BAG Hefty Trash Compactor Bags 18 Gal. (68 L) Size 2 Ft. 1 3/4 x... |
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Lara Bars Cherry Pie A perfect Bar. |
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Patagonia DAS Parka I am chiming in and giving the DAS a low grade of 3. It is NOT a lightweight piece of gear! It's a porker, and should be refered to as such on the BPL site. 29 ounces? Thats 1 pound 13 ounce... |
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Patagonia Lightweight Sun Hoody This is a nice layer, but expensive. It doesn't get a 5 because of its high price. It's basically lightweight long underwear, but with a hood. The fabric is a little bit slippery and stretc... |
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Hardware store SINGLE EDGE RAZOR BLADE The standard hardware store little single edge razor blade is the simplest and lightest thing I've found - ever. Nice and sharp, easy to use - and LIGHT! They weigh 0.1 ounces! Buy a little... |
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Javette Coffee I think these are very good. Not quite as good as fresh brewed - but a good substitute. That's why it gets a 4 and not a 5. Superior (even if only a little) to Java Juice. Here's how I thin... |
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Petzl e+LITE Also - THe RED light option is really nice. I find I use it a lot to save batteries. It works great for ALMOST any purpose in the dark. Go ahead and try using it exclusivly. The red light really w... |
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GoLite Hut 1 I've used the GoLite Hut 2 (a little bigger) in the winter. It's fine. It takes a little extra time to adjust it so it's nice and tight. Ryan - hey, give a review after you get out o... |
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GU Energy Gel Hey - Make yer own in bulk. Cheeep and works great. HOMEMADE GOO ============= I've been using a form of homemade sports gel, and it's been really successful - and I have a circle o... |
