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Jonathan Ryan (Jkrew81) - BPL Professional Member

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All Forum Posts by Jonathan Ryan

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Re: Re: Re: Epic Vs Event as FF jacket shells
good point Dave, eVent is not kind to the wallet.

In GEAR » Epic Vs Event as FF jacket shells
December 04, 10:27am

Re: Epic Vs Event as FF jacket shells
I have used eVent, Epic and GTX clothing and can honestly say eVent is the most comfortable to wear over a broad spectrum of conditions that I have faced at least. A month ago I went out in a 40 d...

In GEAR » Epic Vs Event as FF jacket shells
December 04, 10:17am

Re: Headlamp help?
I currently have a PT EOS R and Tikka 2 and I strongly prefer the Tikka2. It is light, simple cheap and gives a better field of vision for night hiking/running while providing a bouce free fit. W...

In GEAR » Headlamp help?
December 04, 7:12am

Re: TRT - 2 Strangers / 4 Days / 160+ Miles (Update)
can't beleive I missed this trip report. Great attempt guys. My wife and I did the same on the JMT this last summer. Made a goal that just did not work for us once we got going. Def builds ...

In Hiking Partners / Group Trip Announcements » TRT - 2 Strangers / 4 Days
November 25, 11:28am

Re: Ti Goat Ptarmigan bivy users
nope, just throw mine right on the ground. Never had any issues doing it this way.

In GEAR » Ti Goat Ptarmigan bivy users
November 25, 11:13am

Re: Caldera Compact vs Original
I have the MLD compact setup as well as a Tri Ti for an the MSR Titan and I have def noticed a longer boil times with the compact. That said the small size and super low weight still make it very ...

In GEAR » Caldera Compact vs Original
November 23, 12:14pm

Re: Re: i worked in a running store for several years
hey Angela, had the same issue in the past and for me it turned out that I was trying to do too much when the legs were not used to it. I would sit in the office all week and then try to do a 30 ...

In Other Activities » Thoughts on barefoot running...
November 23, 6:57am

Re: Some Quick Passing Through Thoughts
thank you for your positive contribution Tim, don't knock it till you tried it...

In Other Activities » Thoughts on barefoot running...
November 22, 7:02am

Re: 10% off Alpacka Rafts
"sigh" still too expensive for me. Maybe Santa will get my letter this year.

In Gear Deals » 10% off Alpacka Rafts
November 20, 7:40am

Re: Wonderland Tr Umbrella Freindly
great feedback, thanks guys. Have any of you felt any altitide affects along the trail. I did not think any point was above 7000 feet. Last summer my wife and I felt it pretty bad on the JMT (ab...

In Philosophy & Technique » Wonderland Tr Umbrella Freindly
November 20, 5:58am

All Reader Reviews by Jonathan Ryan

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Princeton Tec EOS
I have been using the EOS-R for alittle under a year now and have been super happy with it. For some odd reason I find night-time winter trail running "fun" and this is the only headlamp I ...

In Lights - Flashlights & Headlamps
April 01, 7:31pm

ULA Circuit
I purchased this pack alittle over a year ago and simply put, this may be one of the best overall trekking packs for hikers with a well dialed kit. While it is alittle much for a weekend trip it is g...

In Backpacks - Internal Frame
March 25, 12:15pm

Six Moon Designs Europa
First off I must say that for the vast majority of my trips I strongly prefer a tarp/bivy combo. But for those times when I need a full tent, the Europa has always worked pretty darn well for me. Wh...

In Shelters - Single Wall Tents
September 21, 12:53pm

Golite Umbrella
3 Months ago my wife and I were walking the Wilderness trail out to our car on a rainy Sunday morning. As we walked down the trail we were approached by a traditional packer wearing a kilt (yes a mal...

In Miscellaneous Products
September 15, 12:32pm

Therm-A-Rest Ridgerest
While this is def not a highly coveted drool inducing piece of kit, it is one of those items I never realized how much I depend on. Being 6'4" A torso sized pad is just not enough for me. B...

In Sleeping Pads - Foam
September 15, 8:02am

Arc FlashLight Arc AAA
I am actually pretty surprised that no one has submitted a review for this little beauty. As far as lighting goes I am pretty sure this is the most versatile light sources I own. I have carried it o...

In Lights - Flashlights & Headlamps
April 10, 2:10pm

Vargo Triad
As others have stated, this thing is terrible. It has a great look to it that seems to promise functionality but once you go to use it you will find the opposite. Get a Caldera Cone instead!!!!

In Stoves - Alcohol
March 06, 5:40am

Inov8 Flyroc 310
As a trail shoe I do not think it gets much better than the Flyroc's. With their forefoot space, amazing trail feel and fast drying mesh they are pretty close to perfect for New England hiking. ...

In Footwear - Boots, Shoes, Gaiters
January 12, 1:47pm

Backpacking Light STIX (2008)
All in all a great trekking pole. It is durable,light and very stiff. I have taken several dives on them and they have held up very well. My only complaint is that the tip and grip area are not repl...

In Trekking Poles
January 05, 2:16pm

Mountain Laurel Designs Zip
As other users have stated this is a great pack. For 90% of my hiking this is my goto pack. From DIAD hikes up to several days out this is a great size pack with loads of utility and great functiona...

In Backpacks - Frameless
December 23, 5:54am