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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: Castle Rock State Park
Matthew, the portion of trail that crosses Hwy 9 is what ruined that trip for me a few years back 3 things First, Castle Rock will not be closing anytime soon. It's in the same mode of op...

In Post-Trip Reports » Castle Rock State Park
May 01, 7:37am

Re: Onion Valley to Shepherds Pass Trailhead
no problem Adam...since you are close to the Bay Area we should talk about carpooling. I live near San Jose and Marc lives near me. If Rick goes, he lives nearby too

In Hiking Partners / Group Trip Announcements » Onion Valley to Shepherds Pass Trailhead
April 28, 4:56pm

Re: Re: Bare Boxer
No, it is still not operating. When I would go to there homepage I would get a message saying error 404 Now I am able to access their main page but like Mary, when you click on their tabs, error 4...

In GEAR » Bear Boxer
April 28, 8:45am

Re: Re: Bear Boxer
No I did not...just knee jerking here with a reaction

In GEAR » Bear Boxer
April 27, 5:42pm

Bear Boxer
Tried to go over to the Bear Boxer site to purchase their larger can....no more website! Does anyone know what is going on with them??

In GEAR » Bear Boxer
April 27, 5:32pm

Re: things that fly
Alex, I am sure they are.... Thanks for the report Jay!

In Post-Trip Reports » Emigrant Wilderness-HWY 108
April 27, 4:42pm

Re: RE:Onion Valley to Shepherds Pass Trailhead
Gotcha down for conirmed Adam

In Hiking Partners / Group Trip Announcements » Onion Valley to Shepherds Pass Trailhead
April 25, 4:30pm

Onion Valley to Shepherds Pass Trailhead
Hi all, I just got a permit for a trip that will start at Onion Valley Trailhead with an exit at the Shepherds Pass Trailhead. The dates are as follows July 4th drive to Onion Valley from The Ba...

In Hiking Partners / Group Trip Announcements » Onion Valley to Shepherds Pass Trailhead
April 22, 10:04am

Sierras
Oct. generally would be the rule. Depends on watching the weather. No two years are alike. I have done trips in Oct. and have great weather. Other times I have been snowed on. Just pay attention to...

In Pre-Trip Planning » How late in the year can you hike the high sierras in 3 season gear?
April 22, 9:13am

Re: Onion Valley To And Over Shepherds Pass
bump

In Hiking Partners / Group Trip Announcements » Onion Valley To And Over Shepherds Pass
April 19, 5:13pm

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