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Re: Re: Re: Switching to Light Backing .. Guide me Plz ;) The biggest weight savings will probably come from simply not bringing things you really don't need. Extra shoes, camp chairs etc....That said your second biggest savings will come from the big... |
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Re: In-N-Out Burger - say it ain't so! I have eaten one time at In-N-Out. Terrible. I rarely eat beef anymore for health reasons. This story further validates that decision from a moral standpoint. |
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Re: Thanks for your comments. Your comments about the ridge being 6 miles long highlights the importance of pre trip planning from the standpoint of looking at Topos before hand to have a good idea of your likely camp spots as ... |
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2nd Generation Review I have one of the BCB II models that I received back in April/May. My main thoughts are 1] Have used more with Alcohol than wood burning mode. Don't like the amount of soot when burning wo... |
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Facebook page For anyone interested in following this story, the rescue team setup a FB page. https://www.facebook.com/TBOLRescue |
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Re: Re: poncho tarp "If you tend to spend a lot of time in camp then small tarps probably aren't for you." That is one of the most important points I have read in a long time. Everyone always focuses... |
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Re: no more Houdini in XXL Get the First Ascent Sirocco Wind jacket instead. All they have left is XL and XXL sizes as well as Tall sizes and it's on sale for $19.99. I have this jacket and it's perfect. I say thi... |
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Too small for normal use Based on my experience last year I will never use a poncho tarp as my regular shelter when rain is expected. Setting up in the rain is one problem, but once you are setup there is simply no room t... |
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Spend a few nights first The idea of sleeping under a Tarp in weather where the temperature is going to at or near the rating of your sleeping bag doesn't seem smart to me. A 5 by 9 tarp will provide minimal heat rete... |
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Re: Re: Patagonia Houdini or Stoic Wraith In my opinion a hood on a windshirt is highly useful. Without it you might as well forget it being much use in light rain. Also considering how much heat you lose through your head, stopping wind... |
All Reader Reviews by Randy Martin
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Katabatic Gear Bristlecone (Regular Length, Wide Width) I have had the Bristlecone Bivy for a year and really appreciate the side zipper for ease of entry/exit. The mesh is just right for breathability and views. The stake out loops are nice when you wan... |
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Marmot Atom The bag is true to it's 40 degree rating and when I sleep with insulating layers on I have comfortably slept in this bag down to the upper 20's. If you are cold in this bag at 50 then I suspe... |
