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Re: Re: Re: Methods for Mapping - On Trail and Off
At first I found it a little cumbersome but now I really like it :) If you end up using it PM me and I'll send you a Word document with my notes on how to use G7ToWin.exe with the Geko 301.

In Philosophy & Technique » Methods for Mapping - On Trail and Off
May 10, 8:56am

Mariposa Plus for 22 lb?
How well does this pack handle between 20 and 22 lb? My base weight (excluding a pack) is under 9 lb but budgeting a 2 lb pack, consumables (food, water, fuel), camera equipment (camera, lens, t...

In GEAR » Mariposa Plus
May 10, 6:55am

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: making poles
Eins, totally sweet. I want a pair!

In Editor's Roundtable » Make Your Own Gear: Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles
May 10, 6:37am

Re: Filtering dirt out of water for Platypus bottles
Cheese cloth & rubber band?

In Philosophy & Technique » Filtering dirt out of water for Platypus bottles
May 10, 6:30am

Re: Methods for Mapping - On Trail and Off
I thought about getting TOPO! but I am cheap and use freeware. USPhotoMaps (http://jdmcox.com) is used for setting waypoints, making routes, etc. The nice thing about USAPhotoMaps (aside from bei...

In Philosophy & Technique » Methods for Mapping - On Trail and Off
May 10, 6:28am

Re: Golite Jam Question
I think the Jam 2 has more padding in the shoulder straps but I could be wrong.

In GEAR » Golite Jam Question
May 09, 7:43pm

Re: Re: Can't Complain
Sounds like the Rocky Road bars are a great Halloween treat for annoying kids on the block. Or the perfect hors d'oeuvres (horse duver) at the next Tacky Party you go to.

In Gear Deals » Balance Bars at Amazon.com
May 09, 7:39pm

Re: Fuel for alcohol stoves
I think Lowes has a gallon for $12 or $14.

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Fuel for alcohol stoves
May 09, 5:08pm

Re: Montane: US source?
Bought my LightSpeed on ebay from drggriffiths. He has had Jetstreams in the past, just not right now. http://search.ebay.com/montane_W0QQfromZR40

In GEAR » Montane: US source?
May 09, 4:36pm

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: making poles
Eins, I found the Compact model but they list as 16oz for the pair. http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/0,97060_Komperdell-Titanal-Trekking-Poles-Compact-For-Women.html Is the 7 oz you quoted pe...

In Editor's Roundtable » Make Your Own Gear: Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles
May 09, 3:32pm

All Reader Reviews by Steve .

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Driducks rainsuit
Tested: - size: small - jacket weight: 5.5 oz - pants weight: 4.4 oz Pro: - price - weight - functionality Con: - fragile - zipper Having used Driducks for 2 years in ...

In Clothing - Raingear
October 28, 11:15am

Darn Tough Vermont Socks Customer Service
Had a small hole form on the ankle of one of my Darn Tough Full Cushion Boot socks that I use mostly for fishing. Surprising since I have a pair of Micro Cushions that I have hiked the heck out of wi...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
October 30, 10:44am

Backcountry.com
Learned about BackCountry.com here and have dealt with their customer service twice. First time I purchased a Granite Gear Vapor Trail on sale and the waist belt was out of spec - this true for all...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
October 30, 10:31am

Granite Gear Vapor Trail
Overall a nice pack with the exception of the huge extension collar and the fact that the Men's Medium waist belt length significantly differs from what Granite Gear says it is. Granite Gear sp...

In Backpacks - Internal Frame
May 09, 9:43am

Sahalie Men's Ultralight Tights
I ordered a pair of the Sahalie's Men's Ultralight Tights (medium, 1.8 oz) and the siz...

In Clothing - Baselayer & Fleece - SYNTHETIC
March 28, 3:49pm

Inova Microlight
Last summer I lost a Photon that had faithfully served me for several years and hav...

In Lights - Flashlights & Headlamps
March 03, 3:40pm

Jim Wood SuperCat
Although I haven't used it in the field yet it works great in the house. Brings 2 cups of cold tap water to a rolling boil in about 6 minutes (prime: 1 minute; cook 5 minutes) using less than 1oz...

In Stoves - Alcohol
January 30, 7:57pm

TarpTent
Ordered a Contrail during the holiday sale. Followed up with an email asking for some scrap material. Communication was great. Order was perfect. Delivery exceeded expectations. If the tent i...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
December 28, 1:53pm

Lighten Up! by Don Ladigin
Lighten Up is an entertaining introduction to lightweight backpacking. Lots of good material for the beginner and a nice review for experienced lightweighters. The illustrations really make the book...

In Books and Media
December 27, 4:44pm

Mont Bell
13 years ago I purchased a lightweight Montbell Parka. It served me well until the Gortex started to delaminate this year. I called the Boulder office hoping to find a place to have it repaired. Th...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
November 29, 10:50pm