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Re: Ray-Way Silnylon hmm... i dont buy it. it's probably the same thing everyone uses now. maybe a while back it was better, but i doubt it is now or other companies would be using it. in my opinion, ray is just... |
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Re: Titanium Goat Ptarmigan Bivy nobody sells anything like the meteor bivy as far as im aware. but i made one and it works great. i would hate having netting sitting on my face and with the meteor bivy its basically just like i... |
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gear list up for criticism So this is an abbreviated gear list I have created that i feel like, for me, would be the best compromise of weight and comfort. feel free to share any thoughts. Osprey atmos 50 + pack cover: ... |
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pot marking this is an option rather than marking on the pot itself http://www.freewebs.com/jasonklass/ulmeasuringstick.htm |
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re in most cases...its not that big a deal if you get wet... just deal with it. whatever bivy or shelter you bring with you make sure it keeps you dry enough and you will be fine. no need to bring an... |
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Re: quilt hype The problem with what you said about not being able to hike in the insulating clothing is that its usually warmer during the day and hiking you create much more heat than sitting in camp. I prefe... |
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GG Treklight Mod Has anyone modified these poles so you can take them apart? I was hoping to try something like this and wanted to see if anyone had any ideas or experience with it. Would this ruin the stiffness... |
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Re: Re: Some gear reports My bivy is made from just ripstop nylon and silnylon from thru-hiker. I wanted to make one rather cheap and see how it went before investing more money in more expensive materials like momentum or... |
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Some gear reports So I finally got a chance to test out a couple of new items this weekend on a mini-trip. The mileage was extremely low and the weather perfect, so obviously some testing still needs to be done in ... |
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Re: bivy advice please I just made a meteor bivy using the instructions on SMDs website. I was looking for something similar to what you are and decided to go with that. Havent tried it out yet though so im afraid i ca... |
All Reader Reviews by Derek Cox
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Jetboil Personal Cooking System Easy to use. Lighter can be easily fixed if you read the troubleshooting guide. Boils water fast and uses very little fuel. Insulated and takes up relatively little space. on the heavier side, but ... |
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Therm-A-Rest Pro Lite 3 Had it for a few years now. Never had any problems with leaking or holes. Comfy 1" of padding. Plenty wide and long, but a little on the heavier side. |
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MSR Hubba Outstanding rain protection. Plenty of room to sit up and move around a bit. Full mesh allows you to see the stars clearly on clear nights. Lightweight and perfect for nastier conditions when a tar... |
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Montbell UL Down Inner Jacket Packs small. Very light. Fits great. Soft material. Keeps me warm down to about 40 degrees over just a t-shirt. Full zip is very handy and pockets are a great touch. Absolutely nothing but good th... |
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Osprey Atmos 50 Like others have said, what really separates this pack from others is the airspeed suspension. This pack molds perfectly to my hips and shoulders since it does not contact my back air can flow freely... |
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Mountain Laurel Designs Zip Much tougher pack for just a few ounces more. Tough Mesh on back and sides is great for holding a myriad of items. Shoulder straps are comfortable and it carries a load very well. Great craftsmansh... |
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WalMart walmart is great for those cheap generic items needed for each trip. i.e. snacks, travel toiletries, odds and ends. who cares where the money goes or how wealthy Walmart is? i get what i need at a g... |
