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Re: need a headlamp
OK. So I just went through my Amazon history and discovered 2 things: 1) my memory ain't very good 2) I got the Corona Bike in October 2006 So I assume this is the 2006 model, altohugh I...

In GEAR » need a headlamp
December 08, 3:54pm

Re: Re: need a headlamp
Yeah, CK, it's definitely not as bright as my Icon, but based on my experience with it, I think it'll suit my needs. It throws a decent beam, and even alkaline batteries, strapped to my cro...

In GEAR » need a headlamp
December 08, 11:21am

Re: Winter Boots, Which Ones?
Chris, you list your location as Bakersfield, CA...so I'd assume we're talking mostly about winter in the Sierra region? If you get a subscription, you can check out this article by ...

In GEAR » Winter Boots, Which Ones?
December 08, 11:07am

need a headlamp
Yeah CK, I looked at those Ultras. I'm thinking that they might be a little overkill for what I need. But if money wasn't an option, I'd probably try one out, just to see. As it stan...

In GEAR » need a headlamp
December 08, 9:43am

Re: No comparison
No comparison is right. Yak Trax: worthless Microspikes: best winter hiking innovation of the last 5 years

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Yak Trax vs. Kahtoola Microspikes
December 08, 7:23am

MSR snowshoes
FWIW, I've put thousands (literally) of pretty abusive miles on my Lightning Ascents (LA), and my Evo Ascents (EA). I've never had anything break. [Edit: I broke both pairs of MSRs in Janua...

In GEAR » Differences between msr lightning & lightning ascents
December 08, 7:16am

need a headlamp
Thanks for all the great input guys. I referred the Petzl CS guy to the chart I referenced earlier, and he changed his tune, stating "I was looking at the Tikka XP, yeah the Myo are not compat...

In GEAR » need a headlamp
December 08, 6:58am

Re: PrincetonTec APEX Extreme
Thanks for the input, CK. The PT Apex Extreme is now on my short list. The other contenders seems to be the "Petzl MYO XP Belt" and the "Petzl MYOBELT SB 5". I got an email r...

In GEAR » need a headlamp
December 07, 3:59pm

Re: Backpacking Rules & Regs NY and NJ
Harriman/Bear Mtn: Pretty sure you're only supposed to overnight at the lean-tos. There are 10, I think (could be wrong, though). - Big Hill - Stockbridge - Cohasset - Bald Rocks - Car ...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Backpacking Rules & Regs NY and NJ
December 07, 2:18pm

need a headlamp
So there are lots of threads about headlamps, but I'm hoping to get some recommendations based on some specific criteria. 1) use AA (or maybe AAA?) lithium batteries 2) remote battery pack ...

In GEAR » need a headlamp
December 07, 10:31am

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