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Dave Heiss (DaveHeiss) - BPL Guest

My Locale Pacific Northwest
About Me Backpacker since 1973, started going lighter in 2003
CityCamano Island
StateWA
CountryUSA

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All Forum Posts by Dave Heiss

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Breathable Cuben Rain Jacket
I'm curious if the breathable cuben fabric z-packs uses is crinkly/noisy when you're walking along? If yes, I think that would become really irritating after awhile....

In GEAR » ZPacks Waterproof Breathable Cuben Fiber Rain Jacket
January 16, 5:34pm
2011 Backpacking Light Reader Picks
Exped Snymat UL7 – light, warm, super comfortable. First sleeping pad I’ve owned that’s hit all three sweet spots. IKEA Woodstove – a fun MYOG project, and an amazing little $4 stain...

In GEAR » 2011 Backpacking Light Reader Picks
December 28, 12:49pm
Bugs and security
If I was backpacking with a group of friends, I'll entertain the thought of cowboy camping if the bugs are not too bad. But when I backpack alone, I feel more secure in a tent (like the contrai...

In GEAR » Solo Tent Feedback Request
December 20, 7:03pm
MLD too
... or the MLD Ark.

In GEAR » Larger packable pack?
December 14, 10:23pm
Pillow sold - thanks!
Nothing more to see here... move along.

In Gear Swap » FS: Titanium Skillet, Possumdown Socks, Thermarest Pillow, IKEA Stove
December 08, 12:31pm
Pillow photos
Here you go!

In Gear Swap » FS: Titanium Skillet, Possumdown Socks, Thermarest Pillow, IKEA Stove
December 05, 4:13pm
Shipments out
The possumdown socks, TI skillet, and IKEA stoves shipped out today.

In Gear Swap » FS: Titanium Skillet, Possumdown Socks, Thermarest Pillow, IKEA Stove
December 05, 2:37pm
A windscreen helps
Yes, I carry a simple windscreen made out of some aluminum foil. It has come in handy for times when the cooking area I have to use is exposed to more than a light breeze. I roll it up and store it...

In Make Your Own Gear » Ikea Stove need windscreen?
December 04, 8:23pm
Thermarest pillow still available
One last item looking for a new home. Yours for $10.

In Gear Swap » FS: Titanium Skillet, Possumdown Socks, Thermarest Pillow, IKEA Stove
December 04, 8:16pm
Pending sales
Possumdown socks, sold (Ceph) Evernew TI skillet, sold (Richard) IKEA woodstoves, sold (Yuchi, Pete) Let's take the Thermarest pillow down to $10 and clear everything out. Thanks!

In Gear Swap » FS: Titanium Skillet, Possumdown Socks, Thermarest Pillow, IKEA Stove
December 03, 12:42pm

All Reader Reviews by Dave Heiss

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Montbell Versalite
Andrea - I'm looking forward to your opinions on the Versalite 50. I've still got that pack on my short list, and hope you can provide some input on its comfort and functionality. My only conc...

In Backpacks - External Frame
August 13, 5:37pm
02 Rainwear Rain Suit
I also have an O2 Rainwear suit. I picked up a pair a few years ago and have been really happy with the performance, but I still wince at the screaming yellow color every time I put them on. It is def...

In Clothing - Raingear
March 26, 11:34am