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Serge G. (sgiachetti) - BPL Premium Member

My Locale Boulder, CO
About Me I started backpacking as a teenager in southern appalachia. My summers in college were spent in mountain heaven, glacier national park. Since then, I've lived and played in the high sierras, the cascades, and now the colorado front range. Walking in the mountains with a light pack never seems to lose its charm. I recently picked up a bad habit called climbing.
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All Forum Posts by Serge G.

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also preparing for thru hikes...
I'm hiking the AT (early start) this spring and probably the PCT next year and I wanted a great bag/quilt for both. I chose the Sawatch. So far I haven't done thorough testing, but I would ...

In GEAR » PCT quilt
December 28, 2:08am
the year in gear
Here's some stuff that increased my enjoyment of the rockies this summer-- 1) Aquamira Frontier Pro-- This is ended up saving me a ton of weight--with abundant (and familiar) water sources,...

In GEAR » Your Best Gear of 2010
December 28, 1:37am
wtb: patagonia R1 hoody (m)
how to save money for a thru hike while there is so much gear tempting me?! :)

In Gear Swap » wtb: patagonia R1 hoody (m)
December 27, 7:48pm
bump
the helium is sold but everything else is still available.

In Gear Swap » Lets get insulated!
December 26, 3:28pm
helium is a lot loftier than the summerlite
so you might be breathing onto the shell fabric more. I'm running into this with my new katabitic sawatch (super lofty!) Mine is smelling a little like a wet dog right below the collar. it coul...

In GEAR » Smelly down sleeping bag?
December 25, 12:52am
i tested the WM vs. the MB and...
the WM felt considerably warmer. I think the MB material is a little more durable and perhaps wind resistant, but the WM has a bit more loft and warmth. Also like the fit of WM's very puffy hoo...

In GEAR » Montbell UL Down Inner Parka vs Western Mountaineering Flash vs Patagonia Special Edition Down Sweater/DAS Parka
December 25, 12:41am
+ 1 on the mt 101's
these are my only shoes right now. great for trail and town and super light. a good minimalist transition shoe. not quite flat but also not very built up either.

In GEAR » Shoe recommendations
December 24, 12:55pm
thanks Jon!
helium was sent via priority mail today and i sent you an email. have a great trip!

In Gear Swap » Lets get insulated!
December 23, 6:38pm
just fyi
If price is a consideration, I'm selling a WM flight in XL (used) for $150 and a montbell frostline in L (almost new) $130. Either would suit your purposes well. Flight, better warmth per weigh...

In GEAR » MontBell vs Mountain Hardwear
December 22, 4:23am
I don't have access to a scale right now...
but, I know that the medium frostline weighs just under 25oz. This is a large so I would bet it weighs about 26 to 26.5. Sorry I don't know the exact weight though.

In Gear Swap » Lets get insulated!
December 21, 11:47pm

All Reader Reviews by Serge G.

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Trail Designs Customer Service
Rand was really helpful on two stove purchases. Answered all questions almost immediately and helped get a sidewinder made for me at a moment's notice for a trip. Couldn't as for better custom...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
August 10, 3:44am
Gossamer Gear Gorilla
I'm very impressed with this pack. I tried out a few packs for a planned AT thru hike (didn't pan out yet), and this was far and a away my favorite. With the stay and sitpad, the pack conforms...

In Backpacks - Frameless
June 28, 1:59am
Gossamer Gear Gorilla
edit: double post

In Backpacks - Frameless
June 28, 1:56am