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Rietveld's Marmot Stories
http://swultralight.home.bresnan.net/Safety.htm#Marmots

In Photo Gallery » Marmot
February 22, 12:45pm

Insane Rabbit
Rabbit whups snake. View here

In Chaff » Insane Rabbit
February 21, 2:55pm

Re: critter cans?
I would go with metal over plastic. More chew proof.

In GEAR » critter cans?
February 21, 2:24pm

Re: Re: wood stove
I thought a quart paint can would be the perfect size to. Let us know how it works out.

In Make Your Own Gear » wood stove
February 21, 2:17pm

Re: Golite Reed Pants Arrived, now What should I do for the Length?
Crazy idea: if there were enough extra material on the vertical seams you might be able to rig a vertical draw cord to adjust the length. Although it would probably just pull up one side of the pa...

In Gear Deals » Golite clearance items at ccoutdoorstore.com
February 21, 12:20pm

Other Options
If you are interested in trying a quilt Fanatic Fringe has an inexpensive 40 degree synthetic quilt that might be worth considering for $129. I don't have any experience with their products ...

In GEAR » Montbell Super Stretch bag
February 20, 11:54pm

Re: Re: Re: Montbell Super Stretch Bag Question. Help me Please
Thanks PJ for clarifying. I do think the MB bags are nicely designed. And was seriously considering a #2 until I read this report by Will Rietveld about the #3. http://www.backpackgeartest.org...

In GEAR » Montbell Super Stretch bag
February 20, 10:07am

Re: Declination
I agree with Rich on the declination adjustment. I have a Gecko 301 and a Suunto M-2D Locator Compass (1.3 oz). You can adjust the declination. Pretty good price at Amazon.com http://www.amaz...

In GEAR » Garmin Foretrex 101
February 19, 7:36pm

Re: Montbell Super Stretch Bag Question. Help me Please
I don't have a Super Stretch bag but my concern would be whether the SS would compress the loft of your jacket. Of course you could always place the jacket over your chest on the outside of th...

In GEAR » Montbell Super Stretch bag
February 19, 7:25pm

Re: Outdoor Research Ion
Thanks for the update Dondo. I received my Ion over the weekend. Unfortunately it was a touch too small so I returned it. Should be getting the next size up sometime next week. Overall I real...

In Gear Deals » Outdoor Research Ion at REI Outlet
February 19, 6:10pm

All Reader Reviews by Steve .

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Driducks rainsuit
Tested: - size: small - jacket weight: 5.5 oz - pants weight: 4.4 oz Pro: - price - weight - functionality Con: - fragile - zipper Having used Driducks for 2 years in ...

In Clothing - Raingear
October 28, 11:15am

Darn Tough Vermont Socks Customer Service
Had a small hole form on the ankle of one of my Darn Tough Full Cushion Boot socks that I use mostly for fishing. Surprising since I have a pair of Micro Cushions that I have hiked the heck out of wi...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
October 30, 10:44am

Backcountry.com
Learned about BackCountry.com here and have dealt with their customer service twice. First time I purchased a Granite Gear Vapor Trail on sale and the waist belt was out of spec - this true for all...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
October 30, 10:31am

Granite Gear Vapor Trail
Overall a nice pack with the exception of the huge extension collar and the fact that the Men's Medium waist belt length significantly differs from what Granite Gear says it is. Granite Gear sp...

In Backpacks - Internal Frame
May 09, 9:43am

Sahalie Men's Ultralight Tights
I ordered a pair of the Sahalie's Men's Ultralight Tights (medium, 1.8 oz) and the siz...

In Clothing - Baselayer & Fleece - SYNTHETIC
March 28, 3:49pm

Inova Microlight
Last summer I lost a Photon that had faithfully served me for several years and hav...

In Lights - Flashlights & Headlamps
March 03, 3:40pm

Jim Wood SuperCat
Although I haven't used it in the field yet it works great in the house. Brings 2 cups of cold tap water to a rolling boil in about 6 minutes (prime: 1 minute; cook 5 minutes) using less than 1oz...

In Stoves - Alcohol
January 30, 7:57pm

TarpTent
Ordered a Contrail during the holiday sale. Followed up with an email asking for some scrap material. Communication was great. Order was perfect. Delivery exceeded expectations. If the tent i...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
December 28, 1:53pm

Lighten Up! by Don Ladigin
Lighten Up is an entertaining introduction to lightweight backpacking. Lots of good material for the beginner and a nice review for experienced lightweighters. The illustrations really make the book...

In Books and Media
December 27, 4:44pm

Mont Bell
13 years ago I purchased a lightweight Montbell Parka. It served me well until the Gortex started to delaminate this year. I called the Boulder office hoping to find a place to have it repaired. Th...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
November 29, 10:50pm