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Re: re: Escalante, mid-March
I have a 6l Dromlite that I actually prefer using to the platys, but like having multiple containers in case of failure rather than relying on one, regardless of its bomberness. I do usually have ...

In Gear Lists » Escalante, early March
March 06, 2:24pm
Data
There aren't CFM numbers for everything, but for quite a few. http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/thread_display.html?forum_thread_id=45026&disable_pagination...

In GEAR » Most Breathable Bivy?
March 06, 1:44pm
Re: Re: Re: Re: Bivy
The advantages with eVent bivys that I've read of seems to typically be below freezing (haven't used a WPB bivy myself, though I've made a few out of various DWR fabrics). If a primary...

In GEAR » Most Breathable Bivy?
March 06, 12:45pm
Re: Bivy
If you're getting a full size TS, I agree with others that there's basically zero reason for a WPB bivy. Any non-WPB fabric will be far more breathable than the most breathable WPB, even E...

In GEAR » Most Breathable Bivy?
March 06, 11:32am
FS: W's MEC T2 hoodies, W's Ibex hooded indy, Black Diamond Carbon Ultra Distance poles, Patagonia Merino 1, Arcteryx Phase SL, M's Ex officio pants
All prices include shipping. PM or email me at swihart dot b at gmail. Women's MEC T2 hoodies. NWT. Medium $38. Women's Ibex hooded indie. Size small, excellent condition. $50....

In Gear Swap » FS: W's MEC T2 hoodies, W's Ibex hooded indy, Black Diamond Carbon Ultra Distance poles, Patagonia Merino 1, Arcteryx Phase SL, M's Ex officio pants
March 06, 11:25am
AA vs CR123 Zebralights
Note that the runtimes/ouput for the H51/H502 are with a rechargeable eneloop while the H31 is with non-rechargeable lithium batteries. Specs note that H31 runtimes are much lower with rechargeabl...

In GEAR » Zebralight H600
March 06, 9:56am
Re: Re: Escalante, early March
Thanks Brian. I'm usually good in a windshirt and short sleeve around freezing while moving (in decent weather). This is what I've used on trips the last couple weeks with similar weather...

In Gear Lists » Escalante, early March
March 05, 9:38am
Seam taping
I found that on the recent packs I made that tape works fine for long straight seams but it's tougher to get a seal down in the corners or on tricky seams. Seam Grip is a little messier but I ...

In GEAR » Hybrid Cuben CDT
February 28, 5:25pm
Re: A Nostalgic Hike to Carey's Castle
Thanks Nick. Enjoyed both the report and ramblings.

In Post-Trip Reports » A Nostalgic Hike to Carey's Castle
February 26, 6:56pm
owls
Yeah I love owls. Saw-whets are awesome. They're strangely tame.

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Best wildlife encounters?
February 26, 6:36pm

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