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Dave Neumann (idahomtman) - BPL Premium Member
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All Forum Posts by Dave Neumann
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Quilt use I have a Nunatak Arc Specialist and I sleep very well. I am a side sleeper and I turn over and around numerous times during the night. I must admit to using the quilt inside a bivy sack and under a... |
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Bucket list: PCT and JMT Mark, if you hike the PCT you will have hiked the majority of the JMT and you can always take a side trip to Yosemite Valley when you reach Tuolumne Meadows. |
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Bivy... great except in the rain forest I was fortunate to purchase a Vapr NANO Bivy Sack from BPL which has a breathable upper (Pertex Quantum) and a waterproof floor. It only has a chest entry zipper which also accommodates the noseeum... |
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Re: not working on some items Nicholas, you have to follow the directions exactly as they have been posted earlier. Find what you want on the regular site. Put it in your cart, then click the Outlet tab. Begin the check out pro... |
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40% off at Backcountry Works great for me with IE, but I really have no needs as tempting as it is to get such a good discount. As a few others have noted, for now at least, I'll take a 100% discount and log off. BTW... |
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Navigation I use a topo map, the compass and the altimeter on my Suunto Vector wrist computer. |
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JMT 2005 Brings back great memories. View from Muir Pass. East Vidette. Guitar Lake. |
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Re: Fibraplex Carbon Tent Poles I have had these poles for my BD Firstlight for several years and have had no problems with breakage. I just ordered a set for a BD One Shot I bought used and hope that they work equally well. The ... |
All Reader Reviews by Dave Neumann
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Inov8 Flyroc 310 I've been wearing the Flyroc 310s for six months. I do use my Superfeet insoles which may take away some of the flexibility these shoes are known for but they work great for me. Light, good toe pr... |
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Bozeman Mountain Works Torsolite Pad I have owned this pad for awhile but haven't used it until this weekend on a trip to Glacier Lake in Oregon. I broke a rib earlier this summer and needed some additional padding not provided by my... |
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Nunatak Arc Specialist For my first experience using a quilt, I was very impressed. I ordered this quilt in order to have more room because I like to sleep on my side and bring my legs up a little. Weighs only one pound and... |
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Bozeman Mountain Works Vapr NANO Bivy Sack (Pertex Quantum) Awesome is the only word to describe this piece of equipment. Had I not suffered a broken rib earlier this summer, I would have got to use this item of equipment earlier, but I spent a wonderful weeke... |
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ZPacks Zilch I just had a chance to use my new Zilch from ZPacks and found it to be a great value and I would give it a five if the closure held a little better. With a pad stuffed into the back pocket, I was not ... |
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Esbit stove and Esbit fuel cartridges Official brand...aus BRD I have had reasonable success with the Esbit stove and fuel if I use a wind screen and a decent lid on the pot. I have also found the residue and odor to be somewhat unpleasant. I purchased a beer can... |
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Repel Lemon Euculyptus Insect Spray Smells nice, works when there aren't too many mosquitoes around. Doesn't cut it for really bad bugs. Really, I've been using 100% DEET for over 35 years and I am okay; both physically and ... |
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Gossamer Gear Nightlight Torso I love this pad. It is lightweight and provides reasonable comfort. It works for my 5'10" frame provided I used my pack and other items for padding under my legs. I have used it successfully ... |
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Pentax Optio WP Just received my new Optio W20 purchased through Amazon.com. Mine weights 5.4 ounces with the battery and card installed. Nice package, light weight, compact and, so far at least, excellent picture qu... |
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Suunto Vector I've had mine for two years and it has lived up to my expectations. It is large but once you wear it awhile you will get used to it. The watchband has been fine and looks as good as new. My only c... |
