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Ken Helwig (kennyhel77) - BPL Lifetime Member

My Locale Scotts Valley CA via San Jose, CA
About Me A return to backpacking after a musicians life. Hiked with too much weight before finding out the "lite" side. I live in Scotts Valley which is right in the middle of the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains, and only 10 minutes from the beach and 15 minutes from Los Gatos. Love the Sierra's!!! Too many places to see and go!
CityScotts Valley
StateCA
CountryUSA

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All Forum Posts by Ken Helwig

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Re: Re: Re: Romney/Ryan 2012
If anyone cares..... http://www.esquire.com/blogs/politics/paul-ryan-romney-vp-pick-11562917#ixzz23H02Kn6U Or this http://www.newyorker.com/reporting/2012/08/06/120806fa_fact_lizza

In Chaff » Romney/Ryan 2012
August 12, 1:01pm

Re: Re: Romney/Ryan 2012
Mary, you are wrong about the Vice Pres. Romney is taking on Ryan's economic plan of cutting medicade, changing social security etc. He has a lot of say in this election. This move was to galva...

In Chaff » Romney/Ryan 2012
August 12, 9:58am

Re: Re: Yea you paid..
"I also agree with Matt's comments. RJ is no longer the driving force here. I have been around from the beginning and if he and Alan Dixon still wrote all the articles it would be a dif...

In Chaff » The I used to be a member but now I'm not celebration thread.
August 12, 8:24am

Re: Yea you paid..
Matthew I agree with your posts 1000%

In Chaff » The I used to be a member but now I'm not celebration thread.
August 12, 5:58am

Re: Re: Is four ounces worth it? Losing your glasses
I now where glasses and on my last trip I did not bring them due to me being afraid of losing them....well I found out one tough lesson......it is hard to read maps, especially when you are heading...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Is four ounces worth it? Losing your glasses
August 11, 10:36am

Re: Re: Hiking Lost Coast Trail, C.A
Justin, everyone is allergic to poison oak.. just sayin. Sage advice otherwise

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Hiking Lost Coast Trail, C.A
August 11, 6:11am

Re: Re: Re: Re: GG Spinntwin Tarp
Tarp sold to Christopher. Payment pending.

In Gear Swap » GG Spinntwin Tarp
August 10, 4:07pm

GG Spinntwin Tarp
Selling this fantastic tarp for $100. You pay shipping. I have only used this tarp 5 times and it is in perfect condition. Paypal gift option please. Pm and it's yours!

In Gear Swap » GG Spinntwin Tarp
August 10, 10:44am

Re: Pm
Sold to Mark

In Gear Swap » GG G4
August 09, 7:09am

GG G4
Pack is size L and has only been used once. I have one hipbelt pocket and a sit pad that I will throw in for NO COST. This pack is in perfect condition....it looks like it has NEVER been used. $80 ...

In Gear Swap » GG G4
August 08, 6:08pm

All Reader Reviews by Ken Helwig

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ULA Equipment
Been using ULA packs for years. Bought the P2, P1 and now the Conduit. All are excellent in their own way. Customer service is perfect and so is the gear. Great packs!!!

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
July 06, 4:58pm

Bear Boxer 101 Contender
Came home to find a rather colorful small box on my porch today. Wow it is small. I have always thought that it would be cool to have a small bear cannister for 1-2 nights of backpacking. Well here it...

In Miscellaneous Products
May 22, 6:25pm

Six Moon Designs Gatewood Cape
I have only taken this on one trip so far. Everything that I have read about this is true. The space (square feet) and the coverage is awesome. I did not feel claustrophobic at all. The harness is a g...

In Shelters - Tarps & Floorless
April 08, 12:31pm

Down Works (Santa Cruz, CA)
I live in Scotts Valley which is 5 minutes from The Down Works. I have purchased alot of gear from them. I find them knowledgable, curtious, and priced right. Their products in their store is geared t...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
March 26, 4:53pm

Gossamer Gear
Have used two packs of theirs, tarp, pad, stoves and clothing. No problems at all!!!! Love their stuff and they continue to do well after the change. Without hesitation, I will use them for more purch...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
November 24, 7:27pm

Go Lite Speed
Just bought this today with a need for a multi day pack. I like all of the extra pockets, but wish that they were just a little bigger. As for the helmet holder, this is a great feature. I will not be...

In Backpacks - Frameless
May 19, 4:34pm

Seychelle In Line Eliminator
I too like the idea of this filter. The problem that I have had is getting the runs too. This has now happened a few times. Wonder if the filter is working at all.

In Hydration - Water Treatment
December 10, 4:26pm

ULA Equipment P-1
I have owned a P-1 for six months now (and a P-2 for 3 years) and have come to really enjoy the qualities that make this pack a great weeklong hauler. The 1/4 length stays work well in making your pac...

In Backpacks - Internal Frame
August 13, 10:40am

Gossamer Gear Mariposa
4200 ci with two stays. A pouch for your sleeping pad on the outside to add support to the frame, and the best part of the pack is that it weighs in at 17 oz. Other options include using clothing inst...

In Backpacks - Frameless
August 04, 9:40am