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Mike Clelland (mikeclelland) - BPL Professional Member

My Locale The Tetons (via Idaho)
About Me I divide my time between doing cartoon drawings at my desk in Idaho, and sleeping outside in the mountains. A few years back Don Ladagan called me up and asked me to draw instructional cartoons for his excellent book LIGHTEN UP! He was quite an inspiration, and I embraced his simple teachings. From that point on I became a weirdo zealot for a lighter backpack. In 2005 I spearheaded the very successful lightweight program at the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS). Presently I’m working at Backpackinglight’s Wilderness Trekking School.
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My Website URLhttp://littleboingmarks.blogspot.com/
My PDF Gear List8 pound base weight

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All Forum Posts by Mike Clelland

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Reply to Mike: =========== My torso length pad has been modified. I glued on a thin yellow EVAZOTE pad to the bottom, creating a full length pad. It works perfectly! I even wrote an art...

In Gear Lists » 3-season GEAR LIST (assistance)
April 04, 9:07am

I can NIX that (YES!)
I carry the coffee filter for filtering coffee. I have recently been drinking TURKISH coffee, so I can NIX that (YES!) Also - I scatter my coffee grounds. I feel this is a very minimum impact. I...

In Gear Lists » 3-season GEAR LIST (assistance)
April 03, 11:30pm

plastic bags on your feet (wet weather)
The grocery store produce bags on a roll are pretty good. Not the wispy thin ones, but the ones about bread bag thick. (plus, they are free) Package your food in these, and then use them as wet wea...

In Gear Lists » AT gear list
April 03, 8:36pm

tiny pliers
Oh those beautiful pot grips. (A) These are auto supply Teeny-weenie channel lock pliers. Yes, 1.5 ounces - UHHG! But, they are superior to any other pot holder. I've burned my hands (an...

In Gear Lists » 3-season GEAR LIST (assistance)
April 03, 8:32pm

options instead of CROKS
An option for avoiding the camp shoes. Use a pair of super cheap-o dime-store flip flops. (weight unknown) - Or - Take an *extra* pair of very thin foot beds. These can be replaced in you...

In Gear Lists » AT gear list
April 03, 8:15pm

3-season GEAR LIST (assistance)
I created a tidy gear list at the end of the 2008 summer season. As the 2010 season rapidly approaches, I would love some comments. I feel like this list works for me, but I want to make sure...

In Gear Lists » 3-season GEAR LIST (assistance)
April 03, 7:55pm

Suggested GEAR LIST ETIQUETTE
--------------------------------- ~ Suggested ~ GEAR LIST ETIQUETTE --------------------------------- Some people enjoy doing crossword puzzles, I enjoy looking at the GEAR LISTS on the BPL f...

In Gear Lists » Suggested GEAR LIST ETIQUETTE
April 03, 7:37pm

subtracted over 3 & 1/2 pounds!
David, I went thru and played editor. I managed to subtract over 3 & 1/2 pounds of stuff! ______________________________________________________ Tarptent Squall: 30.8 --- EX...

In Gear Lists » New to Forums: Gear List
April 03, 7:01pm

TARP pestering
Mika wrote: ======= I plan to hike in Serbia, country in Eastern Europe in Divcibare mountain range, so I expect fairly good weather with occasional rain. My REPLY: ====== What? That sou...

In Gear Lists » lightweight equipment
April 02, 10:23am

(!)
TRAVIS wrote: ======== Yes, but he'll (Mike C!) call you out on the toilet paper EVERY time!! (said with love, Mike!) Mike C replies: ========= I pick up used toilet paper and dispose ...

In Gear Lists » Rethinking my gear
April 01, 11:35am

All Reader Reviews by Mike Clelland

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Leatherman Juice S2 Multitool
4.3 ounces? Uhhhg!

In Miscellaneous Products
March 28, 10:01am

Hefty Trash Compactor Bag as LINER BAG
Hefty Trash Compactor Bags 18 Gal. (68 L) Size 2 Ft. 1 3/4 x...

In Miscellaneous Products
November 03, 8:34am

Lara Bars Cherry Pie
A perfect Bar.

In Foods - Energy Bars, Gels, and Drinks
April 10, 7:14pm

Patagonia DAS Parka
I am chiming in and giving the DAS a low grade of 3. It is NOT a lightweight piece of gear! It's a porker, and should be refered to as such on the BPL site. 29 ounces? Thats 1 pound 13 ounce...

In Clothing - Insulating - Synthetic (Polarguard, Primaloft, etc.)
March 27, 9:08am

Patagonia Lightweight Sun Hoody
This is a nice layer, but expensive. It doesn't get a 5 because of its high price. It's basically lightweight long underwear, but with a hood. The fabric is a little bit slippery and stretc...

In Clothing - Baselayer & Fleece - SYNTHETIC
March 21, 8:38pm

Hardware store SINGLE EDGE RAZOR BLADE
The standard hardware store little single edge razor blade is the simplest and lightest thing I've found - ever. Nice and sharp, easy to use - and LIGHT! They weigh 0.1 ounces! Buy a little...

In Miscellaneous Products
March 15, 9:09am

Javette Coffee
I think these are very good. Not quite as good as fresh brewed - but a good substitute. That's why it gets a 4 and not a 5. Superior (even if only a little) to Java Juice. Here's how I thin...

In Foods - Energy Bars, Gels, and Drinks
February 13, 11:21am

Petzl e+LITE
Also - THe RED light option is really nice. I find I use it a lot to save batteries. It works great for ALMOST any purpose in the dark. Go ahead and try using it exclusivly. The red light really w...

In Lights - Flashlights & Headlamps
November 29, 9:43am

GoLite Hut 1
I've used the GoLite Hut 2 (a little bigger) in the winter. It's fine. It takes a little extra time to adjust it so it's nice and tight. Ryan - hey, give a review after you get out o...

In Shelters - Tarps & Floorless
November 29, 9:40am

GU Energy Gel
Hey - Make yer own in bulk. Cheeep and works great. HOMEMADE GOO ============= I've been using a form of homemade sports gel, and it's been really successful - and I have a circle o...

In Foods - Energy Bars, Gels, and Drinks
November 29, 9:37am