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Randy Martin (randalmartin) - BPL Premium Member

My Locale Colorado
About Me My primary pursuits are mountaineering (hiking with the goal of a summit) but I am beginning to re-kindle my love of Backpacking. In particular I have become a big fan of the Ultralight approach and love this website. I seem to be in a perpetual state of shelter/sleep system evaluation. My current setup for shelter is a GG SpinnTwinn with MLD Bug Bivy (summer) or Katabatic Bristlecone Bivy(colder). Sleep system is Katabatic Chisos 40 degree quilt with Neoair short.
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All Forum Posts by Randy Martin

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Re: LCW conditions
Here is a trip report from the area from two weeks ago. http://www.14ers.com/php14ers/tripreport.php?trip=13368

In Pre-Trip Planning » LCW conditions
March 31, 11:04am
Instaflator
FYI, this is the link to buy the real Instaflator that Konrad is referring to. http://www.celestaire.com/vmchk/Cool-Things/Instaflator/vmj_estore.tpl.html

In GEAR » XTherm: use the included pump sack or lungs?
March 31, 8:23am
Andrew Skurka
As for Andrew Skurka specifically it's important to remember that he is an "Ultimate Hiker". He hikes from Sunrise to Dusk and so movement is his primary heater during the daytime. ...

In GEAR » Ultralight Gear 'lists'
March 28, 3:41pm
Re: Osprey for $1250
Heck for $1250, I'll go out and buy a brand new one at REI and have it shipped directly to you :)

In Gear Swap » FS Osprey Aether 70 backpack
March 28, 11:39am
Re: Lightweight pants
Arcteryx Rampart Pants.

In GEAR » Replacement for Thorofare pants
March 27, 1:23pm
Re: Boise area: Visit or Reside?
Agree on the advice to visit with your wife. I love Boise. It's a similar but milder climate than Denver with access to mountains to the North. I have many many relatives that live in Nampa,...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Boise area: Visit or Reside?
March 27, 8:31am
Sitted pose
I don't remember the proper name of it but for hip flexors (heavily used when hiking up hill) I like the pose where you assume the position as if sitting in a chair with one leg crossed over th...

In Philosophy & Technique » Yoga poses for on the trail
March 26, 4:39pm
So many choices
I think the one caveat I have is you mentioned they need to be dog friendly. All of the really good stuff is Wilderness designated which means dogs on leash. Not sure if that qualifies for Dog fr...

In Pre-Trip Planning » Colorado in early July - San Juans?
March 26, 9:21am
Backup
I will be backup if the deal falls through.

In Gear Swap » FS Golite SL1
March 25, 5:58pm
Re: Re: Thorofare pants & shirt?
Perhaps something like the MH Canyon shirt which is a Nylon/Poly blend may provide the protection you need. I own one and have been generally pleased. http://www.rei.com/product/827765/mountain...

In GEAR » Thorofare pants & shirt?
March 22, 2:43pm

All Reader Reviews by Randy Martin

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Katabatic Gear Bristlecone (Regular Length, Wide Width)
I have had the Bristlecone Bivy for a year and really appreciate the side zipper for ease of entry/exit. The mesh is just right for breathability and views. The stake out loops are nice when you wan...

In Shelters - Bivy Sacks
May 15, 6:03pm
Marmot Atom
The bag is true to it's 40 degree rating and when I sleep with insulating layers on I have comfortably slept in this bag down to the upper 20's. If you are cold in this bag at 50 then I suspe...

In Sleeping Bags - Mummy & Other
May 31, 1:59pm