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Yes, but Poncho as a ground sheet is a multi-purpose item. The GoLite should be able to handle both. But to me, Poncho as rain gear AND a shelter makes more sense. Now you can use a GG polycro or Tyvek f... |
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Lots of options It depends on the time of year. But here are a few desitnations. - San Bernadino NF (San Gorgonio district) - San Bernadino NF (San Jacinto district) - San Jacinto State Wilderness - Joshua T... |
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Desert... complicated Joe, Currently, this is how I generally handle it. Total base + water < 12 lbs = GG Murmur Total base + water < 20 lbs = ULA Conduit Total base + water < 30 lbs = ULA Ohm To... |
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Don't Worry, be Happy Don't need to worry about snakes or animals. Do need to avoid tourists... so hike off the beaten path. Have fun. |
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Re: Thanks! "The next hurdle is this: believe it or not, in Florida there is a paucity of hiking/camping gear stores. No REI, no Eastern Mountain or Eragon, etc. So, if I want to try something out for fit... |
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Re: Re: Off-trail backpacking "On a properly selected route, only bad luck will bring you in contact with other hikers, IMO." Which is why such routes should be kept to one's self. :) |
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Re: 395 and Tioga Pass It is not uncommon for Tioga Pass to become unpassable due to rock slides, and sometimes the road can be closed for a few days. For this trip, I would go via Fresno. But as a resident, I always... |
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re: J-Tree or Yosemite I agree with John somewhat. In June I would and head up to the San Jacintos or San Bernadinos. But I think the OP was most interested in hitting either due their unique and famous features... so... |
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Re: yosemite versus joshua tree Larry makes some good points. I live within an hour of the north and south entrances to JT, which was by design. I hate Yosemite, because of the people and vendors. Best thing for Yosemite woul... |
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Re: Murmur Hipbelt I removed the hip belt. With SUL weights, there isn't any need for it. I will probably get rid of the sternum strap too, no need for it. For really light loads (bw around 5lbs or less), this ba... |
All Reader Reviews by Nick Gatel
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BPL Beartooth Merino Wool Hoody Cool enough in 82F weather, warm in cool weather. Hood replaces light cap and light baclava. One piece of gear replaces several single items! Sizing is not 'standard.' But... if you review ... |
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ULA Equipment 5/5 It seems that from earlier reviews, ULA has solved the communication issues with the addition of Casey to the staff, which must have solved that void. Not only was the communication great (t... |
