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Charles Grier (Rincon) - BPL Premium Member

My Locale Desert Southwest
About Me Mountaineer and backpacker since 1946 mainly in the western US but with excursions to Antarctica, Alaska, western Canada, North Africa and Japan. Hiked the John Muir Trail solo and unsupported in 1954; this was the start of my lightweight endeavors which have proceeded erratically ever since.
StateSE Arizona
My PDF Gear ListThree season gear for western mountains.

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All Forum Posts by Charles Grier

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getting motivated...
I suspect that you are in the midst of a temporary burn-out and time will cure the problem. I have been backpacking and climbing for quite a while and have had a few breaks from the activities, so...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » getting motivated...
April 21, 10:32am
Boots for Shasta
I agree, backpacking boots will do just fine. I don't recommend it at all but once, sort of by necessity, I climbed Shasta using running shoes and a set of instep crampons. It worked but I wo...

In Mountaineering & Alpinism » Boots for Shasta
April 18, 3:36pm
Dr Bronner's or Baking Soda? Neither.
I use Ecodent tooth-powder. It is based on baking soda but has mint and such added for better flavor. A couple of grams of this stuff will last several weeks. Does not leave white spots on the g...

In GEAR » Dr Bronner's or Baking Soda?
April 16, 8:16am
Ever blown a seam on an ultralight pack?
Never, but I am pretty careful with my light weight gear: I try not to over stress things. On the other hand, I can see somebody reading a review of an ultra-light pack in BP magazine and decidin...

In GEAR » Ever blown a seam on an ultralight pack?
April 12, 7:35am
Please Help Newbie with JMT Gear List"
Overall, your gear list seems pretty well thought out. I hiked the trail last year, starting on Aug. 17 and took 21 days for the trip; pretty much the same as you are planning. Based on my experi...

In Gear Lists » Please Help Newbie with JMT Gear List
April 11, 11:40am
Best flashlight
Another vote for the Petzel e-light and the Photon as an almost weightless backup.

In GEAR » Best flashlight
March 30, 7:17am
Alternative Seam Sealer for Silnylon"
Actually, you don't even have to thin silicone caulking to apply it to seams. Just put a dab on the tip of a finger and then slide the finger along the seam. It helps to have the seam pulled ...

In GEAR » Alternative Seam Sealer for Silnylon
February 16, 4:07pm
"Weight Reduction"
I'm not sure I agree with you Nate. Most of what I have read and experienced would indicate that high-intensity exercise largely burns glycogen, produces lactic acid and spares the fat. To ...

In Philosophy & Technique » Weight Reduction
February 02, 4:24pm
Instant
I just take along a good quality instant coffee. Sure it is not quite as good as brewed coffee but there is no sludge, no grounds and no hassle to make. It is lighter too and if you get a good br...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » backcountry coffee
January 03, 10:51am
Cookwear section
Same place as the grease pots and other aluminum wear. There are two sizes; one holds around a liter, the other about 0.6 liter. I can get either at the local WallyWorld. Lids are easily made fr...

In Gear Swap » Imusa aluminum mugs
December 12, 4:21pm

All Reader Reviews by Charles Grier

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Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1
Rating: rated 4 of 5 stars Design: Semi-free-standing Sleeps: 1 Ease of Setup: Moderately easy Weight: 2 lb, 3 oz Price Paid: $240 I bought the Big Agnes Fly Creek to replace a Tarptent Contra...

In Shelters - Double Wall Tents
February 12, 7:32pm