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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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Empty weight of SnowPeak canisters
I did some measurements with my Snow Peak stove and canisters a while back to provide information for planning fuel consumption and to determine the potential life of partially used canisters. ...

In GEAR » Empty weight of SnowPeak canisters
October 09, 10:01am
Trail runners and snow?
Just don't plan on using them to kick steps on steep snow slopes; there are easier ways to end it all.

In GEAR » Trail runners and snow?
October 06, 7:33pm
IMUSA Mug
That looks like the IMUSA mug that I have, before I cut the handle off. WalMart stocks them, at least around here. Why not stop by the cookware section of Wallyworld and check them out?

In GEAR » IMUSA Mug
September 11, 7:26pm
Bear Hunter Shoots Hiker in Washington State
Quote "So there you go I admit it killing animals is why we hunt. Happy. Oh and animals don't have rights. THEY ARE NOT HUMAN and only humans have rights." Timothy, I most respect...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Bear Hunter Shoots Hiker in Washington State
August 14, 12:14pm
JMT Thru-hike kicks
I use Montrail Hardrocks on trails in the Sierra. The trails, especially the JMT, are generally not muddy or rooty but can be rocky, dusty and horse poopy. My feet get a layer of fine dirt on the...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » JMT Thru-hike kicks
August 13, 7:36am
Bear Hunter Shoots Hiker in Washington State
If I recall correctly, the State of Washington requires any hunter under the age of 18 (or possibly 16) to complete a hunter safety course before they are issued a license. The purpose of the cour...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Bear Hunter Shoots Hiker in Washington State
August 04, 3:21pm
New Bear Vault Lids
It may have been that the bear just lucked out on that particular Bear Vault; his/her teeth seemed to be spaced just right so the tooth marks seem to fall just on both pressure points. Perhaps the...

In GEAR » New Bear Vault Lids
July 24, 10:43am
Poncho weight?
Christopher, are you sure of the weight for the poncho (1.65 oz)? If so, where did you get it and what kind is it? I want one too!!! Also, your cooking gear seems heavier than necessary. You ca...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Officially joining the UL ranks . . . slowly
July 20, 10:45am
Escape from the Mozzies! (Elevation)
I suspect that it depends on a lot of factors. I have been swarmed by mosquitoes in the Sierra up to around 12,000 feet. I'm sure that other Sierra hikers can vouch for this.

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Escape from the Mozzies! (Elevation)
July 18, 7:45pm
"Newbie ultralighter gear list"
Boiling three quarts of water a day is a lot of boiled water. Are you sure you are not thinking pints and saying quarts? My planning tends towards the conservative; I figure on using one ounce of...

In Gear Lists » Newbie ultralighter gear list
July 13, 10:11am

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