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Re: Freezer test stoves It clearly shows that the regulator on the Soto makes a big difference. That video was instrumental in convincing me to upgrade to the JB Sol which also has a regulator. |
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Re: Re: Jetboil Sol vs. PCS cold test Paul, Roger, Thanks for your comments. I apologize for the long posts. I certainly could have edited better. What I love about the PCS is its simplicity in use. I was hoping to stretch it to... |
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Jetboil Sol vs. PCS cold test I repeated my tests above with my new Aluminum Jetboil Sol. PCS TIMES IN (parenthesis) Conditions close but not identical. Canister had 25 grams left and spent the night in a -22C freezer. I s... |
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Nose warmer for winter sleeping. What is the combined loft of the insulation on top? That basically determines warmth. Using three layers- insulated clothes plus two bags- may be a hassle but it definitely protects against air in... |
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Convince my wife I'm buying online novelties... Just wondering- Any way to mask gear purchases as online adult entertainment or 1-900 calls? Get gear vendors to wrap up my new stove in an "adult novelty" box when shipping? Just in... |
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Re: Jetboil Sol Ti cheap $101 Crap! I paid $89 for an Aluminum version on Ebay 'cause I wasn't willing to spend $50 to save two ounces. I would have certainly paid $11 more though. |
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8 & 4 L Dry Sacks I'd like the 8 & 4. (I'm assuming they are the "ultra-sil" sacks? PM sent. |
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Re: JMT 2012 Gear Comments I don't see a big problem with what you have- more some holes: Bear Can Pack (that will be comfortable with a bear can.) Mosquito head net. August can be almost bug-free or it can be pu... |
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Golite Quest for winter OK. I did a chat with Golite online- not that helpful but they did pretty much confirm that other than size and attachment points the two packs are constructed the same. Jeffrey, Paul and Roger... |
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Golite Quest Once I brought up photos of both, in the same color, here's what I could see of differences: Size. Quest advertised as 4400 cubic inches vs. 3300 for the Pursuit. Ice axe/shovel head l... |
All Reader Reviews by Jim W.
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Six Moon Designs StarLite I purchased the SMD Starlight with hip belt pockets and frame stays for a 2008 hike of the John Muir Trail. Currently it has about 5 weeks of backpacking use. Weight is per spec at just under 2 po... |
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Black Diamond Equipment Customer Service First, I'll say that usually before you call Customer Service of an equipment manufacturer it means something has gone wrong. This wasn't true for me at all- I contacted them for advice on wh... |
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Nike Lava Dome My original Lava Domes lasted me several years- Wearing to school, mountain biking, hiking, working as a land surveyor. I remember carrying 5 pound Asolo boots in my pack as I wore the Lava Domes wa... |
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Jetboil Personal Cooking System 4.5/5 for overall performance/weight. I bought a Jetboil PCS last summer and used it for testing at home, a two week solo trip, and during a few family day hikes. I love the system compared to... |
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Sierra Trading Post (STP) web shopping and service I've been shopping with STP for at least 20 years. The web made this sort of business much easier to shop. Prices are almost always great. Being closeouts, overstocks, and 2nds you have to ke... |
