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Mike M (mtwarden) - BPL Lifetime Member

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Re: Mini Ranger
no idea at all, it's great little compass- the only thing it's (was) missing is declination adjustment

In GEAR » Dependable, light base-plate compass
December 29, 3:52pm

mini ranger
that's what I was describing above, long since discontinued I've been told :(

In GEAR » Dependable, light base-plate compass
December 28, 7:19pm

Re: Compass
^ nice that's the lightest adj declination compass I've seen on the market :)

In GEAR » Dependable, light base-plate compass
December 26, 10:29am

Silva Ranger
they used to make a 0.8 oz Silva Ranger- looks just like the bigger one they currently make- only smaller :) the sighting mirror was needed for me as I had to map out camp sights when I was work...

In GEAR » Dependable, light base-plate compass
December 26, 9:16am

Re: Re: question- will this likely fit in 16.5 L (1000 ci) ?
thanks gents :) I was assuming the 1000 cubic inches was the main pack, but you know what happens when one assumes :)- I'll shoot them an email to find out my neoair when folded in thirds...

In SuperUltraLight (SUL) Backpacking Discussion » question- will this likely fit in 16.5 L (1000 ci) ?
December 24, 3:02pm

question- will this likely fit in 16.5 L (1000 ci) ?
I'm looking for a multi-day running pack (3 day/2 night max) and found one that looks like it well suited for running (vest style) and utilizes bottle holders- preferred over bladder- the Ultra...

In SuperUltraLight (SUL) Backpacking Discussion » question- will this likely fit in 16.5 L (1000 ci) ?
December 24, 12:26pm

UL vs Alpine Light
can't help much w/ the other brands, but have owned both the UL and Alpine Light, MB has good quality control- their fit/finish is always very good. they however very different jackets/parkas-...

In GEAR » Montbell VS FirstAscent Jackets?
December 23, 1:21pm

1 ounce knives
when I'm using my canister stove the little Spyderco Ladybug gets the call when I'm using my wood stove, my Izula gets the call

In GEAR » <1oz pocketknives
December 23, 12:53pm

Re: lumbar pack
pack is SOLD- thanks

In Gear Swap » Black Diamond Fuse lumbar pack
December 23, 8:21am

Re: 3 season light weight sleeping quilt
Nate- I think it's going to depend where you're at for determining what rating, for the Rockies I think a 32 F rating is probably average for "summer" also depends how you slee...

In GEAR » 3 season light weight sleeping quilt
December 20, 8:09pm

All Reader Reviews by Mike M

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Petzl e+LITE
I thought I had added my review earlier on this lamp, but hadn't :) I've been very impressed w/ this diminutive lamp- if you're looking for a lamp for hours of night travel- this isn'...

In Lights - Flashlights & Headlamps
October 25, 12:08pm

Black Diamond Carbon Cork
@ 16 oz (pair) these are certainly heavier than some of the UL offerings, but still relatively light the FlickLock is about as solid of a adjustment as I've seen for trekking poles- I'm sur...

In Trekking Poles
October 18, 4:19pm

ULA Ohm
not sure why it's listed with the frameless packs, while not a robust frame- the carbon fiber/derlin frame is certainly a frame and definitely helps w/ the load capacity of this pack anywho- th...

In Backpacks - Frameless
October 13, 5:17pm

Montrail Sabino Trail
My first pair are over a year old now w/ ~ 500 backpacking/trail running miles- there is some light fraying here and there, but overall are still in very good condition. I've never had a hot spot...

In Footwear - Boots, Shoes, Gaiters
September 10, 5:23pm

Dirty Girl Gaiters
I'd probably go 4.5 just because of the needed velcro, but I like these enough I wanted to round up. They are breathable, they are light and they do a great job of keeping stuff out of your sho...

In Footwear - Boots, Shoes, Gaiters
September 10, 5:11pm

Osprey Talon 22
double post- whoops :)

In Backpacks - Frameless
January 03, 7:26pm

Osprey Talon 22
The Talon is a very full featured pack, that carries like a dream (w/ reasonable loads). I use it for snowshoeing day trips and it swallows up the gear- shovel, bivy, down parka, etc I love the be...

In Backpacks - Frameless
January 03, 7:22pm

Wet Fire Fire Starting Tinder
I'm a little redundant w/ fire starting stuff (boy scout in me I guess)- the wetfire tinders are my "if I absolutely need to start a fire" tinder. they will even burn in water or on sno...

In Miscellaneous Products
December 14, 7:49pm

Smartwool Beanie
my Smartwool beanie makes into both my day pack and multi-day trips, light weight, warm, takes up almost no space- I don't go anywhere w/o it going on two years and it still looks/fits great

In Clothing - Headwear, Handwear
November 20, 8:47pm

Moosejaw the company
I've made numerous transaction with moosejaw and they have always been smooth and hassle free. their staff is knowledgable and they frequently have the best prices on gear I do have one smal...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
October 30, 7:00pm