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Re: Finally decided to get one
Quick update: Received it yesterday. I didn't have time to pitch it, but the claimed weights seem close enough. Right out of the box, with tags and all, the tent was 2 lbs, 12.3 oz. Removin...

In GEAR » Considering a BA Copper Spur UL1
February 24, 10:05am

295
I'm really liking the 295's. I upsized 1/2 from my normal 10.5 to 11. They're new, but on dayhikes so far, I've been able wear everything from a thin wool sock to a thick wool sock ...

In GEAR » Inov-8 Shoe Choices and Favorites?
February 24, 9:41am

Re: Re: Finally decided to get one
@Diego: I purchased it from CCOutdoorStore.com. The discount code comes from signing up for their email newsletter. So far, everything seems good. I ordered over the weekend and received an email w...

In GEAR » Considering a BA Copper Spur UL1
February 21, 8:18am

Re: First winter backpacking trip
For a first trip in the winter, it's best to go along with someone else. I'd at least do a backyard or car camping trip in the cold as a dry run first. For tent anchors, I like to use st...

In Winter Hiking » First winter backpacking trip
February 20, 12:02pm

Re: BA tents
Dan, "For my solo use, I don't want to spend what BA is asking for their doublewall tents and want to get into a Tarptent." Then don't spend what BA is asking. ;) I only ...

In GEAR » Tarptent Options - 1P - Opinions wanted
February 20, 11:32am

Re: Tarptent Options - 1P - Opinions wanted
I currently use a Moment (and a Scarp and Hogback). I agree with Ryan's thoughts above. I thought about trying a Rainbow for a little more room, but decided to give the 2012 Big Agnes Copper Sp...

In GEAR » Tarptent Options - 1P - Opinions wanted
February 20, 9:01am

Finally decided to get one
I was able to get 20% off of the full retail price of the new 2012 CS UL1. I'm sure there will be even better deals later in the year though. The specs on the new 2012 CS UL1 are: Trail W...

In GEAR » Considering a BA Copper Spur UL1
February 18, 10:33pm

Re: how do oyu keep your feet warm ehn it is cool and rainy with trail runners?
Once it gets below around 50F, I wear Gore-Tex socks over wool socks and a polypro liner.

In GEAR » how do oyu keep your feet warm ehn it is cool and rainy with trail runners?
January 26, 11:02pm

Re: lightweight winter shoes
Here's the footwear system I use down to around 15-20F, but it would probably work at lower temperatures if I keep moving. Rab Hispar eVent gaiters Inov8 Roclite 295 trail runners (approxi...

In GEAR » lightweight winter shoes
January 21, 10:57pm

Re: Bear bagging and rain.. (drawcord bags)
I made my own food bag, and I sewed a small grosgrain loop to the bottom seam to hang it by. The bag is silnylon and seam sealed. You could also put everything in an Opsack, which would be a goo...

In GEAR » Bear bagging and rain.. (drawcord bags)
January 19, 11:31pm

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