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Ike Jutkowitz (Ike) - BPL Premium Member

My Locale Central Michigan
About Me Grew up in the Adirondacks, with my first backpacking experiences on the Northville-Placid Trail. Avid fly fisherman and runner, occasional rock climber and mountain biker. Now living in Michigan which has put a damper on vertical endeavors.
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re: Plans
Good thread, Craig. My plans: 1. Maximize my time outdoors- this I have never had a problem with 2. Maximize my time with family- need to work on this one more. I have spent so much of my ti...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » 2013 Plans
December 28, 4:58pm
re: Desert Trail
I've really enjoyed all of your adventures, and this was no exception. Thanks for calling attention to this little known trail.

In Post-Trip Reports » Desert Trail: Mexico to Canada, Highlight Video
December 18, 4:13am
re:
I use a foodsaver for vacuum sealing leftovers. As far as dehydrated food goes, I agree with Heather. I stick it in a ziplock freezer bag in the chest freezer. Because I FBC all my meals, it is bet...

In Food, Hydration, and Nutrition » Finally went and bought a dehydrator
December 17, 4:36pm
Re: Newtown
My 4 and 6 year olds got a lot of extra hugs yesterday. They thought it funny that their dad was so sentimental. My thoughts are with those affected by this unimaginable tragedy.

In Chaff » Newtown
December 16, 5:25am
Re
I really enjoyed this well written story. Thanks, Nick.

In Post-Trip Reports » A Nostalgic Hike with Chuckawalla Bill
December 09, 10:53am
Quilt
Still available

In Gear Swap » BPL UL 240 quilt, regular
December 08, 2:16pm
Fit
Go with what fits the best. All others considerations are of secondary importance. Check out Will R's excellent 3 part series on footwear for winter travel if you haven't already. There&...

In Winter Hiking » GTX socks/trail runner user...not incredibly happy....advice wanted
December 08, 5:00am
re: Sock systems
Travis, I think it is pretty well accepted that bursitis in that area is caused by poorly fitting shoes. The funny thing was that up until the point that I was in constant pain, it never occurred ...

In Winter Hiking » GTX socks/trail runner user...not incredibly happy....advice wanted
December 07, 9:44am
re: Why GTX?
Greg, It just gives me a little more versatility in the setup. When weather is above 15-20F, I usually drop the inner VBL but can still use the goretex sock as an outer waterproof layer. It's ...

In Winter Hiking » GTX socks/trail runner user...not incredibly happy....advice wanted
December 06, 10:53am
Re: Sock systems
Hi Travis, I had a similar foot problem develop two years ago- severe pain along the edge of my first metatarsal almost regardless of which shoes I was wearing. Ultimately, this lead to bursitis (...

In Winter Hiking » GTX socks/trail runner user...not incredibly happy....advice wanted
December 06, 5:14am

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