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iPhone GPS App
I can say pretty confidently that the GPS is not comparable to a stand alone unit. That said, it's fine for about 99% of what I need it to do. Being honest, we're almost always on trails or...

In GEAR » Solid iPhone GPS App
March 02, 9:24pm

Kids Bag Found
I was pretty sold on the Tigger (thanks for the recommendations!) and just looking for a decent deal when I ran into this one: http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/319,2013R_Lafuma-35-F-Warm-N%E2%...

In GEAR » Kids Bag
February 27, 9:09am

Olympics
Yes, May is likely too soon for anything that would be considered high country. The snowpack has not been as thin there as it has in the Cascades. ONP keeps pretty good trail conditions data on the...

In Hiking Partners / Group Trip Announcements » How early Olympic Peninsula?
February 24, 6:26am

Kids Bags
@Brett - You've got a great idea there, but it might be a little hardcore. I'm pretty into my backpacking and it's my primary obsession, but I'd hesitate to spend that much on a bag...

In GEAR » Kids Bag
February 23, 7:04am

Kids Bag
Any good sources out there for a decent kids bag? My 7 year old is eager to start doing some of "Papa's" trips, but the lightest stuff out there weighs more than my xxl bags. What giv...

In GEAR » Kids Bag
February 22, 4:56pm

re: Washing a Bag
I washed a down bag last night. Not only was the loft more impressive than I expected afterward, it lost a little over 2 ounces in weight! Must be accumulated dirt or moisture. 1. Weigh your sle...

In GEAR » How to restore the loft of a down bag.
February 13, 8:06am

stevens pass to snoqualmie pass in winter
Keep in mind that even during a "low" snow year, we're talking about feet and feet of snow at the higher elevations. A typical year at Snoqualmie Pass is 444". Even at half of th...

In Winter Hiking » stevens pass to snoqualmie pass in winter
February 06, 6:54pm

Pitzips
Using a thin soldering iron works like the candle but can be much more accurate without worry of melting adjacent areas. Depending on how much fraying there is the tip can get a big gunky, but noth...

In Make Your Own Gear » MYOG Pit Zips
January 19, 6:40am

BP Mag
How do you set it up as a renewal? I don't want to get 2 issues - can't find a renewal option on the order. Am I missing something?

In Gear Deals » $5 BP Mag Subscription
January 08, 7:27am

Cabelas Merino
160 gram weight. Not as light at BPL or a couple of the microweights, but lighter than most and the sales are pretty good. I got a LS shirt and pants for $24 each awhile back. Good quality and come...

In GEAR » Merino Wool Base Layers at Cabela's
January 08, 7:13am

All Reader Reviews by pack nwcurt

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BPL Ultralight Fishing Rod Case 2"
I'd been looking for a light, tough fishing rod tube for a long time and was excited to find this option. Despite fantastic customer service with a special request and fast shipping, this rod tube qu...

In Miscellaneous Products
August 07, 11:57am

Lock Laces Shoe Laces Lock Laces Shoe Laces
I'll give the Lock-Laces that BPL sells a star for being incredibly comfortable during in-camp and flat trail duty, and another star for the quick and easy on-off they allow. But, they are not near...

In Miscellaneous Products
August 07, 11:43am

Backpacking Light Ti Esbit stove
If Esbit is the fuel choice, this little stand is a fantastic option. Fits the GSI double boilers well and my Snowpeak bowl nicely. The real appeal is the ridiculously light weight. I can tos...

In Stoves - Other
August 07, 11:35am