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Kevin Sawchuk (ksawchuk) - BPL Lifetime Member
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All Forum Posts by Kevin Sawchuk
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Re: To Pack or Not to Pack? What constitutes an 'essential' item in a lightweight hiker's overnight pack? Hello Jim. There are those who don't consider the range of conditions/possibilities they will encounter when in the backcountry and go so light AND don't have the skills to improvise when ... |
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Injinji Socks I use these socks for running fairly frequently but have had the "between the toes" fabric jamming problem while backpacking on downhills. They are very thin so if you rely on your socks... |
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Breathing in your Sleeping bag. I've sewn a 3x3" square of material (I chose an old wool shirt for it's moisture, odor and anti-bacterial properties) and put a synthetic insulation layer inside. I place this over my... |
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WOW! Looks like a cool camp--I'll carry water or have dinner lower. |
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Thanks! I plan to do the trip counter-clockwise so that when I get back to the Colorado Trail I'll just keep on heading into Durango. I love high camps and if the night was right (no clouds/impendin... |
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Yeah!! This seems like a great deal. They said airport pickup and Silverton drop off for $60-80. Not cheap but I'm happy to pay it. |
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Silverton Shuttle Thanks. The bus leaves at 6:45am according to the Greyhound schedule so if I had to overnight I'd at least get an early start Sunday. It costs only $17 which is pretty sweet--comparing with $... |
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Durango to Silverton I'm looking for advice on how to get from Durango to Silverton August 2. I arrive around 1pm and would like to backpack the Hardrock 100 mile course then back to Durango on the Colorado trail ... |
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Nunatak Arc Ghost-custom, read carefully ** SOLD ** I'm selling my favorite bag: a custom Nunatak Arc Ghost. It is a medium for 5'9" person and is in light blue Microlight material with a silver lining. I had it made wit... |
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Ax Length I believe I'm somewhere up in the #15 range and I'd prefer a longer handle as well. KSawchuk (at)gmail (dot) com |
All Reader Reviews by Kevin Sawchuk
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Bear Vault 500 Bear vault gave excellent and prompt service in replacing a bear vault canister. They were upfront and honest. |
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Golite Pinnacle Pack I'm not sure this would have enough support for long winter ski trips but it is an excellent and comfortable pack when you need extra volume for high loft clothing/bags/pads. I've sewn on my ... |
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ULA Conduit Convenient, durable, love the waist belt pockets (I won't buy a pack without them). Very comfortable and stretchable to a week. My only complaint is that when packed with a bear canister the mai... |
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Light My Fire Spork How often do you need a fork? For salad (rarely taken), pasta (break it into smaller pieces)? I still use this thing for its versatility but I'm not sure why. It is harder to hold than a plain ... |
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Petzl e+LITE I really love this light for around camp chores/eating. It isn't quite enough for hiking even when around my waist. I'd like to see a bigger difference between "dim" and "br... |
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ULA Circuit I really like this pack. It is very light and for the weight durable. I've done some bushwacking with only minor punctures where a sil-nylon pack would be shredded (Cartridge Creek to middle for... |
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Patagonia Men's Wool 2 Crew long sleeve I've loved my Smartwool and Ibex ultralightweight layers and wanted to compare the Patagonia item. It was hard to compare fabric weights, but the Patagnoia Wool 2 item is about the same weight of... |
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Patagonia Micro Puff Pullover You can get more insulation for less weight with down, but for moist climates or using when it's REALLY cold (and you're wearing it while moving) it's a great package of warmth and light weight. |
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Patagonia Houdini Wind Jacket Extremely light and compressible. Very breathable and water resistant. I've used mine for several years and finally (sucessfully) reapplies the DWR coating when water stopped beading on the jacket. ... |
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Knot Prussik 7mm Just to start the climbing topic I submit as an ultralight hero the Prussik Knot. With pound plus ascenders smirking behind the cliff who can resist the friendly, useful, and light little knot that l... |
