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Ken Helwig (kennyhel77) - BPL Lifetime Member
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All Forum Posts by Ken Helwig
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ken's comments No not the initial post, but the one that stated that he did not carry a compass and relied on a watch with a compass for his navigation. I have a Suunto that does that and you would NEVER catch me... |
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ultralight hammock gear list anonymous.....you are kidding right? |
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Bear Bagging Not much help in the Sierras. Actually illegal in some parts. You don't know how many camp sites I come across with torn rope, string etc. dangling from trees. Hmm wonder how that happened. |
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UL and Safety I too and looking at the Super Ul and thinking if this is a possibility for me for an overnighter in The Sierras. Especially if your 8 miles from the TH, there could be a level of safety for me. Ki... |
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ultra light is safer speaking for myself, I think that it is safer. There are many reasons that I believe that this is true. Firstly, lghter loads increase mobility which in turn makes my body feel soooo much better at... |
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bear cannister size Hi, I just got back from SEKI and did a four day trip with the Bearvault that you are mentioning. It was a tight squeeze with that cannister, but here is the key. First days food was kept out of th... |
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Ursack Sleeve oh Alex agreed. I just wanted to let people know that this is available. Let's hope that the powers that be ok this set up. It still would be a lot lighter than the traditional cannisters. |
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Ursack Aluminum Sleeve Ursack has introduce a 14.2 oz. aluminum sleeve that fits inside an Ursack to protect the food from being crunched from bears. Has anyone used this piece in conjunction with their Ursack? If I unde... |
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touring no need for the weight. same as backpacking. all the points you put forth make a lot of sense. maybe that is the next "lightening up" revolution. |
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sleeping bag for jmt I would look at some of the Western Mountaineering bags that are close to but not at 16 oz. The Highlite is 20 oz size large with stuff sack, and rated I think (I forget) at 45 degrees. I am 6'1 21... |
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!!! |
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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... |
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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... |
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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... |
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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... |
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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... |
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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. |
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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... |
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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... |
