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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: Moving to CA!!!
Jeremy, never never say San Fran.... ;) You might want to check out some of the coastal communities near San Francisco. Pacifica and Half Moon Bay are nice places that are very close to San ...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Moving to CA!!!
August 08, 7:24am

Re: I usually have the opposite problem.
Rafi, I would not worry too much about either of those issues. As Ben stated, make sure you wash your hands. I get constipated on my trips and when I go.....it is diarrhea. As for food, try to make...

In Food, Hydration, and Nutrition » Stomach upset and appetite issues while backpacking.
August 07, 11:28am

Re: Hitch?
Chris, you can do both pretty easily. Josh, nice trip report! Cary, Dave Wage and I did something similar a few years ago. Went over Bishop and exited via Darwin Canyon and then Lamarck Col. Bea...

In Post-Trip Reports » South lake/North lake loop July 29-August 4, 2012
August 07, 10:59am

Re: Re: Gould Pass ~ Cross Country to Rae Lakes
Great report...love that area! Hope to do that pass someday! Thank you for sharing.

In Post-Trip Reports » Gould Pass ~ Cross Country to Rae Lakes
August 07, 10:03am

3 Day, 2 nights In Hoover Wilderness...Where To Go
A buddy and I are heading out for a few days in September ...I have chosen Hoover Wilderness and was wondering what we can do in three days. Suggestions?

In Pre-Trip Planning » 3 Day, 2 nights In Hoover Wilderness...Where To Go
August 06, 9:14am

Re: ORSM 2012 Dispatches
Awesome! Let's see some great gear!

In Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2012 » ORSM 2012 Dispatches
August 04, 8:13am

Re: California SR 108- Condition of Road to Leavitt Lake (Hoover Wilderness)
Bruce the road is gravely but nice....you will have no problem...enjoy the steep climb coming up 108 from the west....it is STEEP

In Pre-Trip Planning » California SR 108- Condition of Road to Leavitt Lake (Hoover Wilderness)
August 03, 6:34pm

Re: the valley sucks
I agree with Dave Wage on his sentiments...most of my family comes from The Fresno area as does Dave's. My family is college educated and all hard working folks. Very bad MIS-representation of ...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Moving to CA!!!
August 03, 5:01pm

Re: How to Start
Youth clubs, church groups, hiking club at school, scouts

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » How to Start
August 02, 3:22pm

Re: Re: Re: Ultra-retro JMT hike.
and hike the original JMT too....Center Basin over Junction Pass, then over Shepherd Pass and on to Whitney??

In Gear Lists » Ultra-retro JMT hike.
August 01, 7:14pm

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