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John McAlpine (HairlessApe) - BPL Premium Member

My Locale PNW
About Me I now have my base weight down to 12 pounds. I'm fine with that. Any lighter seems to make for a less comfortable trip. Turning 50 soon and looking forward to some epic thru-hikes.
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All Forum Posts by John McAlpine

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Try this James
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3143784?origin=keywordsearch&resultback=4370 It looks like only XX Large is being sold???

In Gear Deals » Patagonia 50% off at Nordstrom.com (Patagonia down jacket $98, etc)
January 05, 10:19am
I'll take the second pair
PM me to get you the money. THANKS

In Gear Deals » The Stateless Society, WPB Cuben Mitts with 3-layer eVent Palms, limited availability.
January 04, 8:49pm
Neo Air with RR Solar
I want to start off by saying that I sleep super COLD and I'm an idiot. I know I sleep cold yet I went out this weekend with a 15F down quilt that I wanted to try out. I normally would bring ...

In GEAR » Best Pad Combo for R-value 5+?
January 03, 11:33am
Thanks Dug
Thanks for sharing your list. I'm planning a PCT 2011 trip, but starting in Ashland, Oregon and heading north. I don't have time for a complete trip. Maybe head south from Ashland in 201...

In Gear Lists » PCT 2011 Gear List: Feedback VERY Welcomed!
December 30, 9:22am
Minus 50 F
One of the reviewers states he used the jacket down to minus 50 F. Any takers to test that out???

In Gear Deals » The new EB clearance begins? Peak XV (Medium, Red) 40% on the clearance site
December 29, 9:57am
HP 41CV
My HP 41 CV is still goiing strong after 27 years of engineering. I've had to change my batteries more than Ryan has.

In Editor's Roundtable » 2010 Backpacking Light Staff Picks
December 29, 9:49am
Solar
I just picked up a Solar yesterday at REI and it weighs 1 lb 3 oz @ 72" x 20" in size. I'm putting this on top of my Neoair. I do agree that you need a CCF pad in case the air pad l...

In GEAR » Best Pad Combo for R-value 5+?
December 28, 9:24am
Also the MSR Carbon Reflex 1 at 2lbs 4 oz. on SAC
I just looked at SAC at 9:00 AM PCT and it was on. They're asking $225. I'm going to wait for the Easton Kilo when it comes out. Yes I know it'll be twice as much....bummer.

In Gear Deals » MSR Carbon Reflex 2 Tent on SAC !
December 27, 10:04am
500 or $5 to Noel
Gotcha

In Gear Deals » moosejaw - free 500 points
December 22, 11:16am
Angelo and Jacob
Got you both..............

In Gear Deals » moosejaw - free 500 points
December 21, 4:34pm

All Reader Reviews by John McAlpine

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LightHeart Gear Cuben Solo W/Awning
I picked up this tent for several reasons. I wanted a light tent; I wanted it to be waterproof right out of the bag; I wanted room inside for me and all my gear; I wanted a dry entry; I wanted to use...

In Shelters - Double Wall Tents
October 18, 12:09pm
Kahtoola Microspikes Microspikes
I've been using these little brother crampons over the winter and have found them to be perfect. I've used them on non-glacier snow fields up to 12,200 feet and they have not failed once. The...

In Footwear - Boots, Shoes, Gaiters
August 02, 2:43pm
Osprey Exos 58
I'm 47 and been hiking on and off for 35 years. I've gone through many packs and thought it was time to try a lighter pack. Sure this pack isnt ultra light, but have you tried those things?....

In Backpacks - External Frame
July 16, 10:59am