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3 - 3 - 2 Alcohol is a tricky for big groups. I would go 3 - 3 - 2 person sized cook-groups. A 3 person team neads a 1.4 liter pot (at least) and a two person team needs a 900 ml pot (at least). Round ... |
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Uhhhgh! that pack has gotta go 1) the pack has gotta go 2) GET A SCALE! ============================ 66 oz for a pack? Uggh! No more than 17 oz or so is plenty! My suggestion is a GG - G4 ultralight LINK ... http... |
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feedback / insight Some ideas on an already good list: ====================== Change from a tent to a TARP, saving approx 22 oz. Nested MUG and BOWL - NIX and eat out of the fosters mug. Take a razor blad... |
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no treatment at all! My favorite treatment is no treatment at all. I feel strongly that there is a LOT of water out there that is perfectly safe. Depending on the location, I would venture to say MOST water is safe... |
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insight Leaving toilet paper behind is NOT insane. |
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Some suggestions: Some suggestions: ----------------- TARP - SilTwinn (or SpinTwin) http://gossamergear.com/shelters/shelters/siltwinn-tarp.html - BACKPACK - GoLite Jam 2 (with stuff cut off!) h... |
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feedback / insight TT Rainbow inc stakes 38.60oz ------ REPLACE with a lighter option. A tarp would save you approx. 28 oz. Pack: Aarn mountain magic 55 46.97oz -------- Uuugh! This is the first thing to replace... |
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bubble wrap Bubble wrap is the lightest, though not quite as efficient as a closed cell foam, like an old sleeping pad. Just wrap the bubble-wrap around the bottle and hold it in place with tape. A very eas... |
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I have a map right in my hand I'm from Michigan too! I have a map right in my hand I keep it with me all the time. AquaMira is used with great success by NOLS in India. A place with really questionable water. Success is ... |
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Kicking! Kick the gravity filter and go with AquaMira drops repackaged in smaller bottles! |
All Reader Reviews by Mike Clelland
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Leatherman Juice S2 Multitool 4.3 ounces? Uhhhg! |
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Hefty Trash Compactor Bag as LINER BAG Hefty Trash Compactor Bags 18 Gal. (68 L) Size 2 Ft. 1 3/4 x... |
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Lara Bars Cherry Pie A perfect Bar. |
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Patagonia DAS Parka I am chiming in and giving the DAS a low grade of 3. It is NOT a lightweight piece of gear! It's a porker, and should be refered to as such on the BPL site. 29 ounces? Thats 1 pound 13 ounce... |
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Patagonia Lightweight Sun Hoody This is a nice layer, but expensive. It doesn't get a 5 because of its high price. It's basically lightweight long underwear, but with a hood. The fabric is a little bit slippery and stretc... |
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Hardware store SINGLE EDGE RAZOR BLADE The standard hardware store little single edge razor blade is the simplest and lightest thing I've found - ever. Nice and sharp, easy to use - and LIGHT! They weigh 0.1 ounces! Buy a little... |
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Javette Coffee I think these are very good. Not quite as good as fresh brewed - but a good substitute. That's why it gets a 4 and not a 5. Superior (even if only a little) to Java Juice. Here's how I thin... |
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Petzl e+LITE Also - THe RED light option is really nice. I find I use it a lot to save batteries. It works great for ALMOST any purpose in the dark. Go ahead and try using it exclusivly. The red light really w... |
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GoLite Hut 1 I've used the GoLite Hut 2 (a little bigger) in the winter. It's fine. It takes a little extra time to adjust it so it's nice and tight. Ryan - hey, give a review after you get out o... |
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GU Energy Gel Hey - Make yer own in bulk. Cheeep and works great. HOMEMADE GOO ============= I've been using a form of homemade sports gel, and it's been really successful - and I have a circle o... |
