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Ken Helwig (kennyhel77) - BPL Lifetime Member

My Locale Scotts Valley CA via San Jose, CA
About Me A return to backpacking after a musicians life. Hiked with too much weight before finding out the "lite" side. I live in Scotts Valley which is right in the middle of the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains, and only 10 minutes from the beach and 15 minutes from Los Gatos. Love the Sierra's!!! Too many places to see and go!
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All Forum Posts by Ken Helwig

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Re: Re: The 3 Pass 3 Day SEKI Challenge!
Thanks Tom! Yeah the lake was quite easy to find. Once we were south of Diamond Mesa it was just about lining up the map and bang there it was. Quite a beautiful place too. We had a blast! Though S...

In Post-Trip Reports » The 3 Pass 3 Day Seki Challenge!
July 12, 6:32pm

Re: North Lake to Darwin Basin and exit via Lamarck Col..Anyone Interested?
Hey guys, I now have a work commitment and will not be able to do this. Sorry.

In Hiking Partners / Group Trip Announcements » North Lake to Darwin Basin and exit via Lamarck Col..Anyone Interested?
July 11, 4:03pm

Re: Oh yes
2 pounds of scotch sounds about right......

In Post-Trip Reports » 86 mile loop through Kings Canyon and Sequoia
July 11, 9:42am

Re: North Lake to Darwin Basin/ Lamarck Col
I have the first week of Sept. off.....Jay if you would like to go cool. I actually forgot that I posted this. I am very sorry to those that replied and I did not do a good job at looking for this....

In Hiking Partners / Group Trip Announcements » North Lake to Darwin Basin and exit via Lamarck Col..Anyone Interested?
July 10, 5:53pm

Re: high sierra.
Great trip guys!!!! Funny that you guys were just south of us at or around the same time. Fantastic pics! Glad you were ok Jack...that is scary

In Post-Trip Reports » A hard BPL trip in the High Sierra (summits, cross country, long days, laughs)
July 10, 1:08pm

Re: Bear boxes
Why are you going counter clock wise?? That is the harder way to go. Christopher is correct on all accounts...I cannot remember if I saw a bear box at Charlotte Lake. There is a ranger station t...

In Pre-Trip Planning » Feedback wanted: Rae Lakes Loop
July 10, 1:02pm

SEKI West Side Entry Ideas
Hi all, I have been thinking about doing something on the west side of the of either Kings Canyon or Sequoia. I have done the Rae Lakes Loop and wish not do that one again. I would prefer Sequoia. ...

In Pre-Trip Planning » SEKI West Side Entry Ideas
July 10, 11:52am

Re: Where's the snow?
Greg, there was barely no snow at all. I would NEVER scoot down the side with snow on the south side....no way! It was hot, but not stifling hot coming down between Mahogany Flats and the trailh...

In Post-Trip Reports » The 3 Pass 3 Day Seki Challenge!
July 09, 8:04pm

Re: Re: The 3 Pass 3 Day SEKI Challenge!
Ken you have no idea!!!!!!!! This trip really was fun. Being 190 instead of 225 sure makes hiking much easier. I love it!

In Post-Trip Reports » The 3 Pass 3 Day Seki Challenge!
July 09, 4:21pm

Re: Name
Thanks David. That helps a bunch in me figuring out a trip in the future

In Post-Trip Reports » The 3 Pass 3 Day Seki Challenge!
July 09, 10:54am

All Reader Reviews by Ken Helwig

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ULA Equipment
Been using ULA packs for years. Bought the P2, P1 and now the Conduit. All are excellent in their own way. Customer service is perfect and so is the gear. Great packs!!!

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
July 06, 4:58pm

Bear Boxer 101 Contender
Came home to find a rather colorful small box on my porch today. Wow it is small. I have always thought that it would be cool to have a small bear cannister for 1-2 nights of backpacking. Well here it...

In Miscellaneous Products
May 22, 6:25pm

Six Moon Designs Gatewood Cape
I have only taken this on one trip so far. Everything that I have read about this is true. The space (square feet) and the coverage is awesome. I did not feel claustrophobic at all. The harness is a g...

In Shelters - Tarps & Floorless
April 08, 12:31pm

Down Works (Santa Cruz, CA)
I live in Scotts Valley which is 5 minutes from The Down Works. I have purchased alot of gear from them. I find them knowledgable, curtious, and priced right. Their products in their store is geared t...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
March 26, 4:53pm

Gossamer Gear
Have used two packs of theirs, tarp, pad, stoves and clothing. No problems at all!!!! Love their stuff and they continue to do well after the change. Without hesitation, I will use them for more purch...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
November 24, 7:27pm

Go Lite Speed
Just bought this today with a need for a multi day pack. I like all of the extra pockets, but wish that they were just a little bigger. As for the helmet holder, this is a great feature. I will not be...

In Backpacks - Frameless
May 19, 4:34pm

Seychelle In Line Eliminator
I too like the idea of this filter. The problem that I have had is getting the runs too. This has now happened a few times. Wonder if the filter is working at all.

In Hydration - Water Treatment
December 10, 4:26pm

ULA Equipment P-1
I have owned a P-1 for six months now (and a P-2 for 3 years) and have come to really enjoy the qualities that make this pack a great weeklong hauler. The 1/4 length stays work well in making your pac...

In Backpacks - Internal Frame
August 13, 10:40am

Gossamer Gear Mariposa
4200 ci with two stays. A pouch for your sleeping pad on the outside to add support to the frame, and the best part of the pack is that it weighs in at 17 oz. Other options include using clothing inst...

In Backpacks - Frameless
August 04, 9:40am