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larry savage (pyeyo) - BPL Forum Member

My Locale pacific northwest
About Me aging 4 season mountain bum,if I'm not here I'm out there.
CityWenatchee
StateWashington
CountryUSA

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All Forum Posts by larry savage

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poked back in and what did I see?
Poking around after not checking in it is pretty surreal to see 487 unread threads in g-spot and one really bad cookie recipe. It's more fun to just read the tag lines and spin them into a sen...

In Chaff » poked back in and what did I see?
July 17, 5:45pm

it's time for trip to antiques roadshow
Find an Antiques Roadshow making a round somewhere and haul it in with the steamer trunk full of porcelean penguins you have up in the attic.

In Chaff » Can you identify this carving?
July 04, 1:06pm

geez Roger...
Roger, my name is Larry and I'm a pad-aholic,[please mutter the following greeting "Hi Larry"] You've busted me with your simple insightful question. I actually have abandoned my...

In Philosophy & Technique » Why tent stakes?
June 28, 7:25pm

lots of gear lists everywhere, buy a pack lock
You shouldn't have any trouble getting people to toss gear lists at you but you should consider a backpack security system like the pac-safe. It is astounding how quickly stuff disappers in In...

In Winter Hiking » 4 season gear list himalya backpacking
June 28, 7:14pm

one of the fightening things about forums ...
One of the frightening things about forums and blogs is everyone starts with a level of credibilty. We can dish out advice about product preferences, technique, even climbing and safety issue and s...

In Chaff » Gossamer Gear customer service SUCKS
June 28, 11:01am

you'll probably not enjoy low land slogs
This jacket shines in an alpine environment just keep it clean and refresh the DWR from time to time. Where you will notice this shell struggling is low land humid approach slogs ... the pacific n...

In Winter Hiking » Outdoor Research Furio Jacket
June 28, 10:44am

I've finally given up on pads
I've finally reached the point where I can leave the pad behind. Using a secret reverse body building technique I've managed to concentrate all my body fat on my backside only, it works qui...

In Philosophy & Technique » Why tent stakes?
June 28, 10:35am

a brief note on stretch leashes
A stretch style leash like ruff-wears can be a real nice addition for hiking with drool monsters but only after a bit of training has occured. One of my first hikes last year with one of these coi...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Best Backpacking dog breed
June 28, 10:29am

there is an old backpacker article ...
There is an old backpacker article about someone breeding canine hiking companions perhaps there is a search feature for this. I've had a several samoyed companions, as the dogs age, hip dyspl...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Best Backpacking dog breed
June 27, 12:22pm

Solo
Since the passing of my partner in 96 I've been solo. Now responsible to a family I have not gone down the path of a PLBs, I also have not told them they exist. I do provide life insurance cove...

In Philosophy & Technique » New Solo Hiking Thread
May 09, 11:01am

All Reader Reviews by larry savage

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five ten camp four
The five ten camp four shoe fits into the approach shoe category, a little heavier then a trail runner the camp four excels at getting you there then holding it's own as a climbing shoe. Internal...

In Footwear - Boots, Shoes, Gaiters
May 27, 10:28am

Stanley Titanium Helios Ice Axe
I've been using a helios ice axe since mid-winter. This is an all titanium tool, the only one I think is available since the Ushba has gone away. Made by Jim Stanley with a 6-4 ti head and a 3-2...

In Climbing Gear & Accessories
May 24, 11:04pm

clif shot bloks/jelly belly sport beans various flavors
2 different products from 2 different makers aimed at providing some carbs/electrolytes and fruit flavors on hikes and multiday trips. Clif Shot Bloks are soft [rubbery] organic rice syrup cubes that...

In Foods - Energy Bars, Gels, and Drinks
May 08, 10:50pm

exposure joystick
Born into the world of endurance and mtn. bike racing the joystick crosses over nicely for weekend or longer [w/solar charger] wilderness trips. At 85 gms. it is a few grams lighter then a surefire e...

In Lights - Flashlights & Headlamps
April 29, 12:37pm