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Mike W (skopeo) - BPL Forum Member

My Locale British Columbia
About Me I enjoy fly fishing, backpacking and hiking... and although my pace has slowed down a little over the years, I find that I'm not in such a hurry anymore anyway.
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performance between single and double walled shelters
>> Defining all tents with mesh inner as single-skin is very confusing << Mik - I not sure why Roger knocked this thread side-ways by responding that all tents with a mesh inner a...

In GEAR » performance between single and double walled shelters
April 16, 1:34pm

GPS Tracker + Displays Co-Ordinates - Does it Exist?
@Dan The Garmin unit uses the AT&T wireless network to transfer your position so probably not what you are looking for. I finally made the leap and bought the Spot Connect that works wit...

In GEAR » GPS Tracker + Displays Co-Ordinates - Does it Exist?
April 16, 12:17am

stress fracture?
Since you are only guessing and can't afford an MRI, it might be worth booking an appointment with a physiotherapist. They will probably be able to tell you if it's a stress fracture or a ...

In Chaff » stress fracture? input please, thanks.
April 13, 10:24am

Who needs Bear Spray?
Good video! Was the camera mounted on the end of his rifle barrel?

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Who needs Bear Spray?
April 12, 6:28pm

Question for Granite Gear Blaze AC60 pack owners
Sounds like we are looking for the same size pack (based on your new sizing system). I checked the measurements on my Burn and the pack measures 16.5" from top of waist belt to shoulder str...

In GEAR » Question for Granite Gear Blaze AC60 pack owners
April 09, 1:49pm

Question for Granite Gear Blaze AC60 pack owners
David - It sounds like you are expanding your new pack sizing formula (by adding shoulder strap length). I'd be interested in seeing your finding if you are comparing the Blaze, Crown and ...

In GEAR » Question for Granite Gear Blaze AC60 pack owners
April 09, 10:45am

What Does Your Desktop Look Like?
This time of year (after too much winter), my thoughts and desktop move to fishing. My backpacking trips (and summer) are still too far off to inspire that theme change.

In Chaff » What Does Your Desktop Look Like?
April 03, 1:09am

Steripen
I was let down by rechargable batteries in cold weather so now I only use Energizer Lithiums and they have never failed me. I also carry an Aquamira Frontier Emergency Water Filter System (dri...

In GEAR » new to steripen - questions
April 01, 12:01am

Asked about backpacking gear
I think it depends on the persons current experience level. I've just been asked to provide advice on gear purchases to somebody that has only borrowed gear for the one or two previous trips...

In GEAR » Asked about backpacking gear
March 30, 12:45am

Vehicle of choice
This vehicle is reserved for my "outings" (it costs me about $175 to fill the tank!). My wife's car is the around town vehicle. The Tonneau Tent was my first MYOG project.

In Chaff » Vehicle of choice.
March 26, 6:14pm

All Reader Reviews by Mike W

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Mountain Laurel Designs Burn (2010)
I've had my MLD Burn for a while now and find it very easy to give this pack top marks in all categories. I was looking for a good weekend pack (2-3 day duration) and was having a tough time findi...

In Backpacks - Frameless
June 19, 6:04pm