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Mike W (skopeo) - BPL Forum Member

My Locale British Columbia
About Me I enjoy fly fishing, backpacking and hiking... and although my pace has slowed down a little over the years, I find that I'm not in such a hurry anymore anyway.
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All Forum Posts by Mike W

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West Coast Trail and Hiking Poles
Of all the trails I've been on, the WCT is the one trail I would consider a "poles mandatory" trail. I know lots of people leave them behind but I would think it increases their chan...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » West Coast Trail and Hiking Poles
July 20, 9:50am

GPS , topo maps or both? What do you bring?
>> I really feel that tool has created a population of backcountry users with very poor maps skills << I couldn't disagree more! The fact that GPS maps are readily available on ...

In GEAR » GPS , topo maps or both? What do you bring?
July 16, 3:11am

Another perspective...
Yes, Ryan.... please give them their forum! Maybe a few others as well: SUL Forum I Carry Forum I don't use TP forum (yes Mike C. for some of us it's getting old) Maybe having thei...

In SuperUltraLight (SUL) Backpacking Discussion » We need a SUL Thread PLEASE
July 15, 1:12am

Zipper Pocket on my Burn
I recently added a zippered pocket to my MLD Newt and I liked the addition so well I decided to add one to my Burn. I made a few mistakes on the pocket that I put on my Newt and I thought I...

In GEAR » Zipper Pocket on my Burn
July 12, 11:36pm

Low Body Fat
The low body fat "fitness" image is really misleading and I agree that we probably need a new definition of fitness. Previously I suggested that a low resting pulse may contribute t...

In Philosophy & Technique » Low Body Fat - The Tipping Point
July 12, 3:31pm

Low Body Fat - The Tipping Point
Chris - I've had a similar problem and in my case I've attributed it to having a low resting pulse. Do you have a particularly low resting pulse? It's supposed to be a good thi...

In Philosophy & Technique » Low Body Fat - The Tipping Point
July 12, 2:20am

Gps
I recommended the Garmin Etrex H above for best performance for the least amount of expense. If you are looking for a lighter option then I agree with the post above, look at the Foretrex serie...

In GEAR » Please recommend a bare-bones but quality GPS
July 04, 5:45pm

Gps
Garmin Etrex H is the best economical Gps IMO. High sensitivity receiver is the only important feature in a no frills GPS.

In GEAR » Please recommend a bare-bones but quality GPS
July 04, 2:49pm

I don't get it...
Why are so many people on this site anti-electronics? It seems strange that they will adopt any number of modern advancements in gear and fabrics if it makes their trip more enjoyable but if it h...

In GEAR » iphone charger for the JMT
July 01, 2:11pm

iphone charger for the JMT
I have the Solar Focus battery bank. It uses 2 AA batteries (I use the light weight lithium disposables) but you can also buy an add-on solar panel as well (I didn't bother... I'd rather c...

In GEAR » iphone charger for the JMT
July 01, 1:47am

All Reader Reviews by Mike W

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Mountain Laurel Designs Burn (2010)
I've had my MLD Burn for a while now and find it very easy to give this pack top marks in all categories. I was looking for a good weekend pack (2-3 day duration) and was having a tough time findi...

In Backpacks - Frameless
June 19, 6:04pm