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Jason Brinkman (jbrinkmanboi) - BPL Lifetime Member

My Locale Idaho
About Me I backpack, hike, raft, hunt, fish, mountain bike, ski, snowshoe, trail run, etc.
CityBoise
StateIdaho
CountryUnited States
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All Forum Posts by Jason Brinkman

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Re: Make Your Own Gear - Down Quilt or Sleeping Bag
Very well done Roger! So what to tackle first - a Caffin tent or a Caffin quilt?

In Editor's Roundtable » Make Your Own Gear - Down Quilt or Sleeping Bag
June 10, 1:24am

Re: Photo Essay: Packrafting the Madison River
Awesome pics - looks like a great trip. There's nothing like having a river all to yourselves! HOWEVER... as a traditional whitewater enthusiast, I feel the need to issue a word of caution ...

In Editor's Roundtable » Photo Essay: Packrafting the Madison River
June 10, 1:13am

Re: Walking on Fire: Part One
Now for some more technical questions: 1. How fast can fire move anyway? Can I outrun it? How far is the fire capable of spotting ahead of itself? What should I fear most - the heat, smoke, o...

In Editor's Roundtable » Walking on Fire: Part One
May 20, 1:09am

Re: Walking on Fire: Part One
Wow, this one's sure to generate some discussion! My home state of Idaho has it's share of wildland fires, and with large areas of designated wilderness and roadless areas, the premises ...

In Editor's Roundtable » Walking on Fire: Part One
May 20, 12:45am

Re: Part Two: Water/Alcohol Blends
So I am an esbit or canister stove guy, but the article is interesting none the less. My conclusions and questions are as follows: If I were to decide to use alcohol, 95% Everclear ethanol (loc...

In Editor's Roundtable » The Performance of Alcohol Fuels for Backpacking Stoves
Part Two: Water/Alcohol Blends

May 19, 11:20pm

Re: Initial trip report
I would suspect the problem was definitely the MB Down Inner Jacket. That amount of sewn-thru loft would not keep me warm for 30's with only a capilene 1 and windshirt. Was the windshirt ...

In Make Your Own Gear » MYOG Half bag/elephant's foot idea
May 06, 11:30pm

Re: Prototype made
I don't have any advice for you, but I am definitely watching for the outcome. Keep us posted.

In Make Your Own Gear » MYOG Half bag/elephant's foot idea
April 05, 9:35pm

Re: Uncovering the Truth: Underground Doping in the Long Distance Hiking Community
I've heard that "stacking" garlic and onions can boost mileage up into the low 30's! But alas, most of my garlic and onion eating ancestors are dead too. Would that qualify fo...

In Editor's Roundtable » Uncovering the Truth: Underground Doping in the Long Distance Hiking Community
April 01, 2:47am

Re: BPL Merino UL Hoody - 5.9 oz Size L
Looks awesome. Hope there's another production run of BPL Beartooth Merino Wool Hoody's coming soon too!

In BPL.com News and Info » BPL Merino UL Hoody - 5.9 oz Size L
March 18, 2:21am

Re: REI Flash 50 backpack?
I own and have used one of the Flash 50's predecessors - the REI UL 60. Very similar design, and certainly worked okay. The main difference in my opinion is the suspension. Jam2 is designe...

In GEAR » REI Flash 50 backpack?
March 16, 1:02pm

All Reader Reviews by Jason Brinkman

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Lite my fire firesteel scout firelighter
I've had zero problems with my Firesteel. It always throws a reliable and predictably shaped spark fan. Lights stoves or fires easily. Lighting a fire does require a dry tinder material (found ...

In Cookware - Other
July 24, 10:18am

REI Minimalist Bivy Sack
I picked up a REI Minimalist Bivy in size long to try out. The long also has added girth, which is great. I slept in it twice in my backyard proving ground. Both times were clear, low humidity night...

In Shelters - Bivy Sacks
May 09, 11:53pm

clif shot bloks/jelly belly sport beans various flavors
Tried the Shot Bloks (pina colada and black cherry) for the first time on a trip in Hells Canyon last weekend. I found the texture and flavor to be VERY appealing, and the calorie density is acceptab...

In Foods - Energy Bars, Gels, and Drinks
May 09, 11:26pm

Black Diamond Spire Elliptical Trekking Poles
I was intrigued by these initially because of the ellipical shafts - definitely seem stronger/stiffer on the principle axis than comparable weight round poles. I was willing to live with the 20 oz pe...

In Trekking Poles
February 28, 11:57pm