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re:water proof If gaiters are worn over rain paints, I would assume that they are being worn to protect the often-delicate nature of rain paints, not to add to any waterproofing. I don't wear rain pains, but ... |
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re: "Convince me of the merits of gaiters." I will reiterate the above pro-gaiter posts. I wear convertible pants as I like to hike in shorts when the weather allows; plenty of trails get narrow and I like the gaiters for the vegetation, ... |
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re: "Planting Seeds" Excellent. Thanks very much for sharing these. ...refreshing when cabin fever hits because final term papers dictate the weekend! You faired well with that new Nikon of yours. |
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re:"Thru Hike Training with Trekking Poles" I use poles and like them. I say take the poles with you while training. If nothing, you'll figure out a rhythm and how you might use them a little different while ascending or descending. You... |
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re:"Ursack Thumbs Down" Aside the different mentalities (ignorance, apathy, ego, &c) what's the difference between those choosing not to use required bear canisters and those in campgrounds that don't use them... |
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re:"First Tarp -- not too much $$" My only tarp-like experience is with the Gatewood Cape, so I have to second the above post. I really like mine. It's a great piece if you can bump your budget a bit. |
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re:"WANTED to BUY and get oppinions of-six moons serenity net tent" I like mine! I'm only 5'5" so I've a bit of storage room inside. Even in the middle of the night, the GW Cape goes over in a jiff if the rain sneaks up. |
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re: uses for silicone wrist band I've put a silicone wrist band around the top rim of my Ti cup to protect my bottom lip while sipping hot liquids. Works great. |
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BearVault, Backcountry.com and Good Service (I suppose this post best fits here?) Briefly, I want to give credit to Backcountry.com. I ordered a Bear Vault 450 with two-day delivery. It arrived when it was supposed to, theoretically: UPS ... |
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re:"Beginner/First Time Gear" I'll second the idea of buying a pack last - unless you see something you're really interested in at a great price. With that, as also suggested, if you see it for sale on Gear Swap, don... |
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