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how should mitts fit?
I have never really used mitts before but I was thinking of picking up a pair. However the size that is supposed to fit me seems too big. But then I tried on the next size smaller and found that I ...

In Philosophy & Technique » how should mitts fit?
January 30, 10:01am

Re: Repair Quantum?
Has anyone done any other repairs than using scotch tape? What sort of glues stick to Quantum? Could I glue on a small circle of sil-nylon to patch up the whole? Thank you! Bob

In GEAR » Repair Quantum?
January 27, 2:24pm

Repair Quantum?
This past weekend I ripped a few small holes (one 2mm hole and several < 1mm holes) in my Quantum windshirt from a pricker bush. Any recomendations on how to best patch this stuff up? Thank you,...

In GEAR » Repair Quantum?
January 25, 11:26am

bungee to reduce wind stress
I've read that it is a good idea to attach a bungee to tent tieouts to reduce stress on the fabric during brief strong wind gusts. Does anyone have a recomendation of bungee to use that does not ab...

In GEAR » bungee to reduce wind stress
January 22, 8:29am

The Death of the Pack Project
I'm sorry to hear about the pack project coming to an end. It seemed to me that they did fill a niche. O well. Maybe you could put the prototypes on eBay!? Bob

In GEAR » Tough but light backpack?
January 21, 6:03am

Arc X at 15 degrees
Kevin, This weekend I used: tent, Arc X, DAS parka, base layer, cloudveil inertia pants, Torsolite, and 3/8" thinlight. First night it was 15 degrees and there were 2 people in the tent. I was ...

In Philosophy & Technique » Parka in a sleeping bag
January 17, 8:14pm

other winter bags
I alread have a Nunatak quilt and I love it for 3 season use but I'm not sold on the idea for winter use. What does anyone out there think of the Montbell stretch system. Would it be able to st...

In Philosophy & Technique » Parka in a sleeping bag
January 17, 7:07pm

Parka in a sleeping bag
Just wanted to get people's thoughts on wearing a parka in a sleeping bag. Do you think there is enough room to wear a DAS parka inside an Integral Designs North Twin (I'm 5'9" 170#). If not, is it...

In Philosophy & Technique » Parka in a sleeping bag
January 17, 5:06pm

dealing w/ bugs and tarp
If the bugs are really bad when hanging out in camp I just put on lots of DEET, my rain gear, and a head net. At night I just crawl into my BMW bivy and zip up the bug netting. If I don't think ...

In GEAR » Bugs and tarping
January 12, 2:06pm

Seam sealing NANO
Just got my BMW Stealth 0 NANO tarp today. How do you seam seal this material? Should I use a silicon based sealer like SilNet or something? Thanks, Bob

In GEAR » Seam sealing NANO
January 12, 12:53pm

All Reader Reviews by Bob Gabbart

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PossumDown Glove Liner Gloves
The possumdown gloves are great for day-to-day use. I wear them almost every day when it is cold. They are also great for hiking if you don't use poles or use poles but don't plan on using the gloves ...

In Clothing - Headwear, Handwear
March 08, 7:07pm

Patagonia DAS Parka
Although I have found it to be a nice parka, I think some of the claims are over stated. I wouldn't plan on it keeping you warm at 0 degrees when standing still, or turning your summer bag into a wint...

In Clothing - Insulating - Synthetic (Polarguard, Primaloft, etc.)
February 24, 11:47am

Superfeet Performance Green
I had read may good comments about the Superfeet on this site. Everyone raved about them so much that I decided I must have them. I never really had foot problem but I thought they might help prevent ...

In Footwear - Boots, Shoes, Gaiters
November 26, 6:18am

Integral Designs eVENT Shortie Gaiters
The Integral Designs eVENT Shortie Gaiters are simple calf height gaiters. They are meant to be put on before you put on your shoes. They have an elastic cord that goes under your shoe, a hook to grab...

In Footwear - Boots, Shoes, Gaiters
November 21, 6:12pm