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Buck Nelson (Colter) - BPL Lifetime Member
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All Forum Posts by Buck Nelson
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Things are rarely black and white It's important that bears don't get your food. In areas where bears aren't habituated, I think sleeping with food is often more likely to prevent conflicts than hanging it. That's b... |
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In the tundra I have occasionally hung food over a cliff. In open tundra in Alaska I've carried a bear canister if required, otherwise I put my food in a plastic bag, seal it, and stash it out of sight, away... |
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Snowshoes are rarely used by thru-hikers on the PCT but the micro-spikes are often used. |
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SUL has been done on thru-hikes, but... In "Yogi's PCT Handbook" Warner Springs Monty talks about it. At the time he had done 14,000 miles and the PCT under 5 lbs. He says it worked but "was a great circus act" an... |
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Excellent post livingontheroad Well worth reading again. |
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Re: My take Ryan, could you source that 1913 giardiasis infection study? The only study I could find is reflected in these results: As you can see, 60% of the men contracted giardiasis with 10 or more cysts... |
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Very low probability, but not zero. The ten giardia cyst minimum for infection is oft-repeated, even by experts, but comes from a misinterpretation of a single, very limited study. I think this statement is much closer to the truth: ... |
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Depends on the person and the year and the risk assessment One thing I can tell you flat out is the Helix "Ice Axe" is dangerous: http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/reviews/display_reviews.html?forum_thread_id=39964&ski... |
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Umbrellas seem better in theory than in reality for most But let me start by saying that if you are an umbrella user and you like them, you don't need my opinion. On the PCT many people start out with umbrellas. Many find that when they want them ... |
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GPS is a wonderful tool Where navigation is critical, I like to have a GPS with spare batteries, and map and compass. Basic navigational skills with map and compass are important, but in my opinion there is far too muc... |
All Reader Reviews by Buck Nelson
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Marmot Hydrogen (2004 model) I've got an older model with the shorter zipper that weighs 23 oz. I use it with my warm clothing (down jacket, balaclava, long underwear) on the coldest nights. I've slept toasty down into th... |
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ZPacks Hexamid Solo Tent I used this shelter on my Desert Trail hike, Mexico to Canada, followed by three weeks canoeing the Yellowstone River. My shelter... |
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SMD Wild Oasis I got my Six Moon Designs Wild Oasis for the Pacific Crest Trail. I already had the SMD Lunar Solo, which I love, but decided to save a few more ounces with the Wild Oasis. I planned to switch to the ... |
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Darn Tough Socks Boot Sock Cushion and Full Cushion, Merino Wool I have been a loyal Smartwool wearer for years. For me, Merino wool is the way to go. On prior thru-hikes Smartwools were very comfortable but seemed to wear out too quickly. So for the PCT I got some... |
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ULA Helix "Ice Axe" Potty Trowel I bought one at the "kick-off" to use on the PCT. It broke when I was chopping snow to melt for drinking water. I was appalled when I looked at the broken pieces to see how weak this "i... |
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GoLite GoLite customer service I liked my Golite Infinity pack but the material was too weak. Golite quickly and cheerfully replaced the pack. Unfortunately I hadn't requested a newer model and after nearly two thousand miles t... |
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Everestgear.com Customer Service I hiked the Continental Divide Trail last summer. In New Mexico there were two pieces of new gear I wanted. A friend put in an order with Everestgear.com on my behalf to be delivered to Ghost Ranch. W... |
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PossumDown Gloves (BPL Gear Shop) I used these gloves on my CDT hike. Ultralight hiking is all about tradeoffs, and these gloves were a good compromise. Under normal cool conditions, say to just below freezing, they were quite warm. T... |
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Titanium Goat AGP AGP I used these poles on my CDT and PCT and Desert Trail hikes. I often hike with a single pole. These are not poles for people hard on gear. If y... |
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Pak-Lite White Super This is a very good light. I'm giving it a 4 instead of a 5 because this is the Backpackinglight website, and there are other lights that are much smaller, lighter, and do a similarly good job. Fo... |
