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Ken Helwig (kennyhel77) - BPL Lifetime Member
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All Forum Posts by Ken Helwig
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Ursack Justin, from what I have experienced, if you do encounter a ranger, they might ask you for proof that you have a cannister. Mainly busy trailheads and certain areas that backpackers might congregat... |
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packing system Hey Ken not too far at all. I live in San Jose, CA which as you know is 2 hours from you. Lucky you that you don't have to suffer with getting out of the bay area on a friday night. lol. |
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taste of food gotta agree Mountain House does put out great meals. I even have a hiker buddy that swears that he would eat them for dinner at home. |
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Backpacker Magazine's Gear Guide '05 Ohhh boy, I just received the new Backpacker Magazine Gear Guide '05 in the mail today. Usually I would always await for this time of the year (just like my REI rewards check) and enjoy some relaxi... |
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Yosemite Hey Steve I was in that storm in Emmigrant Wilderness and it snowed a couple of feet on me. My buddy used a tarp and I had a Henry Shires Tarptent Virga. It was a rough night but in between waking ... |
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gear list Hey Ken, you're way ahead of the game already. Going from 29 down to 12 is pretty awesome. I started out with 50-60lbs and if I am out with my buddies, my base is 13lbs, and when I am with my wife ... |
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Gear List Also just curious, your bag weighs in at 54 ounces. Is it a synthetic bag or Down? You could save quite a bit and not sacrifice to much in comfort if you went with a 850 fill bag like Western Mooun... |
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gear list I was wondering what if you switched to an alcohol stove like The Vargo Triad which weighs in at a little over an ounce and switch to alcohol fuel to go with it. This could save you considerable ab... |
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aqua mira Aqua Mira now comes with a tiny mesh filter that fits conviently over the mouth of a Platypus Resevoir. The mesh filter is fine enough in the webbing that it will take out paticles an such. I too h... |
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Montaqne Yeah I have the Montane Smock too. This is my go to when I am above tree line and hitting some heavy winds while moving. I have the model with the chest pocket which I love. I was just wondering if... |
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... |
