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Dave Neumann (idahomtman) - BPL Premium Member
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All Forum Posts by Dave Neumann
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re: Caldera Cone Question The handles will get too hot to grasp without some kind of pot holder or pot lifter. But the handles do make it a little easier to remove the pot but you will still need some way of holding the con... |
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Great Beta Thanks Dick for the beta on your PCT equipment. Sounds like a great sabbatical activity. |
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Inov8 320 Half size up just as the company website suggests. |
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PLBs Maybe in remote Alaska... maybe. I am amazed at the increase in the number of cell phones, Satellite phones, PLB's that people carry into the back country. Technology can never replace knowledg... |
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Trail runners and inserts I never had issues with my feet until a few years ago when I developed Plantar Fasciitis in my left foot. I began using Superfeet green insoles in my Montrail trail runners and that took care of th... |
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Above Timberline - Wonderland Trail Great pictures, here are a few from Washington State Approaching Panhandle Gap Looking toward Mt. Rainier from Panhandle Gap |
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Montbell vs. WM I've owned both and found both to be of high quality. I had trouble with the WM zipper (HighLite) and ended up selling the bag. I've owned two MB bags (U.L. SS 800 #5 and SS Down Hugger #5)... |
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The Wonderland I was also able to hike the Wonderland Trail this summer July 27-August 1 (solo). My base weight was just slightly over 7 lbs. and my total weight carried was 17 lbs. with no resupplies. I hit ver... |
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WTB: Montbell Crescent 1 I'm interested in purchasing a slightly used Montbell Crescent 1 in very good or better condition. |
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JMT and UL Pack Jeff, I did the JMT in 9.5 days. I don't hike particularly fast (average 2 mph) but I put in a lot of hours on the trail. I think my pack weighed an average of about 19 pounds without water. Of... |
All Reader Reviews by Dave Neumann
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Inov8 Flyroc 310 I've been wearing the Flyroc 310s for six months. I do use my Superfeet insoles which may take away some of the flexibility these shoes are known for but they work great for me. Light, good toe pr... |
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Bozeman Mountain Works Torsolite Pad I have owned this pad for awhile but haven't used it until this weekend on a trip to Glacier Lake in Oregon. I broke a rib earlier this summer and needed some additional padding not provided by my... |
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Nunatak Arc Specialist For my first experience using a quilt, I was very impressed. I ordered this quilt in order to have more room because I like to sleep on my side and bring my legs up a little. Weighs only one pound and... |
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Bozeman Mountain Works Vapr NANO Bivy Sack (Pertex Quantum) Awesome is the only word to describe this piece of equipment. Had I not suffered a broken rib earlier this summer, I would have got to use this item of equipment earlier, but I spent a wonderful weeke... |
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ZPacks Zilch I just had a chance to use my new Zilch from ZPacks and found it to be a great value and I would give it a five if the closure held a little better. With a pad stuffed into the back pocket, I was not ... |
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Esbit stove and Esbit fuel cartridges Official brand...aus BRD I have had reasonable success with the Esbit stove and fuel if I use a wind screen and a decent lid on the pot. I have also found the residue and odor to be somewhat unpleasant. I purchased a beer can... |
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Repel Lemon Euculyptus Insect Spray Smells nice, works when there aren't too many mosquitoes around. Doesn't cut it for really bad bugs. Really, I've been using 100% DEET for over 35 years and I am okay; both physically and ... |
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Gossamer Gear Nightlight Torso I love this pad. It is lightweight and provides reasonable comfort. It works for my 5'10" frame provided I used my pack and other items for padding under my legs. I have used it successfully ... |
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Pentax Optio WP Just received my new Optio W20 purchased through Amazon.com. Mine weights 5.4 ounces with the battery and card installed. Nice package, light weight, compact and, so far at least, excellent picture qu... |
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Suunto Vector I've had mine for two years and it has lived up to my expectations. It is large but once you wear it awhile you will get used to it. The watchband has been fine and looks as good as new. My only c... |
