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SOLD: Komperdell Trekking Poles
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In Gear Swap » FS: Komperdell Trekking Poles
November 21, 1:12pm

Check Patagonia's Web Specials...
Alternatively, just type "R1 Flash" in the search box and you'll find it.

In Gear Deals » 36% Off at STP - Komperdell C3's for $70
November 07, 11:46am

R1 Pullover Alternative for $22
I've been planning to buy an R1 Flash pullover from Patagonia (clearance priced at $58 on Patagonia website), but STP has Lowe Alpine Micro Grid pullovers for just over $22 after the combined d...

In Gear Deals » 36% Off at STP - Komperdell C3's for $70
November 07, 9:50am

20% off $75 Code is 58907...
Sorry for the oversight. The 20% off $75 code is 58907. The free shipping riddle (question + answer) goes in the comments box. There's no guarantee that STP will honor both the 20% off $75 and ...

In Gear Deals » 36% Off at STP - Komperdell C3's for $70
November 06, 6:50pm

36% Off at STP - Komperdell C3's for $70
Sierra Trading Post is taking 20% off all purchases of $100 or more through tomorrow. There's also a 20% off $75, so the combined discount adds up to 36%. If you're feeling lucky, the same ...

In Gear Deals » 36% Off at STP - Komperdell C3's for $70
November 06, 6:30pm

Penguin Reflexion to be Tested at BPGT
Watch BackpackGearTest.org for test reports in the coming months. The concept is intriguing, so I'll be very interested to see how it performs, especially with respect to breathability.

In GEAR » New Integral Designs Penguin Reflexion Bivy
October 16, 9:10am

Fold Rather than Roll...
As David suggested, try folding rather than rolling the pad. I also scored a closed cell foam mat (72") so that it would fold accordian-style. That worked fine, but I've found that scoring...

In GEAR » Foam Pad in my back
October 13, 10:04am

ProLite Gear Sale
It looks like ProLite Gear is cleaning house. There are lots of markdowns in the 20-30% range, but sizes are limited.

In Gear Deals » ProLite Gear Sale
September 29, 8:30pm

Re: Load Lifters on Pinnacle
...what Pete said. The load lifters on the Pinnacle work very well -- it's a remarkably stable pack. The lack of load lifters is one reason that I waited so long to try the Mariposa, but, like ...

In GEAR » Mariposa plus or golite pinnicle ?
September 16, 7:22pm

Re: Mariposa plus or golite pinnicle ?
I've been using a Pinnacle since last February, and I've been very happy with it so far (follow this link for my owner review at BackpackGearTest.org). Nonetheless, I've also been anxio...

In GEAR » Mariposa plus or golite pinnicle ?
September 15, 6:08pm

All Reader Reviews by Ernie Elkins

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Detour Gear Zone
I've only ordered from DetourGearZone.com on one occasion, but the service and shipping speed were outstanding. They're a good example of why I prefer to do business with small companies -- pe...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
August 22, 5:56pm

Pro Lite Gear customer service
I've placed several orders with these folks over the last few years, and they've always provided outstanding service. They respond very quickly to questions, and their shipping speed is amazin...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
June 09, 12:55pm