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Frank Deland (rambler) - BPL Premium Member
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L Plates L plates are nice when going vertical. Reasons explained in this video from Real Right Stuff: My Gorilla tripod came with a ball head. There is a comparison of ball heads vs. others at RRS. ... |
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shelters I have used the Gatewood Cape as a shelter along the AT. It worked fine as a shelter, but not for me as rain gear. But, since I liked it as a shelter, I purchased the Wild Oasis which has mosquit... |
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more forums thephotoforum.com This site has a lot of variety and articles on camera functions, etc. Here is a forum for the "Urban Environment" that was linked in a forum report by someone who ... |
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new camera I fit Rick's descrpition of what could happen to you. I recently upgraded from point and shoot to a DSL, Olympus Evolt 620. There is a review of it at this site. http://www.backpackinglig... |
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canisters It is not effecient, however, if you keep your canister warm or insulated while cooking. Keeping it warm only helps to get it going in the cold. I used a gigapower on my JMT hike. I started wi... |
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low pitch In the wind and cold, I pitch 'em low: Here is an 8x10 for two: http://outdoors.webshots.com/photo/1198228962045831896KXVCDT |
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Hexamid duo I used the hexamid duo on the AT for a week. No floor, but a beak and the rear short pole. It has a good method for an accurate quick pitch. The beak is an excellent design. It comes in under t... |
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good list It's late and your list is a bit overwelming for me right now, but you have done a thoughtful job. As an AT section hiker with only 300 miles in VA left, here is what jumps out at me. A 2... |
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two choices I have used both a SMD Wild Oasis, and the GG SpinShelter. Both worked fine. The Wild Oasis has a bit more room and mosquito netting. But, mosquitos are mostly gone in August. Just used a dab o... |
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lumix ZS7 Just happened to see this You Tube review http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWzYZGltyxY&feature=player_embedded |
All Reader Reviews by Frank Deland
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Gossamer Gear Ditto. When something is not in stock when you first look, just put your name on the -e-mail-when in stock list and they will let you know. They quickly and without questions replaced items that... |
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Big Agnes Insulated Air Core Pad Very comfortable and a pillow not needed. But, you are not supposed to blow this up by mouth because moisture will get into the fill. So, there is a blow-up bag arrangement that does work, but it is ... |
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GoLite Ultralite poncho/tarp This Golite gear is made of a rugged silnylon. It has snaps to help shorten its length when worn as a poncho. It is useful to run a guide line over the top of it between the supporting poles to help... |
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Ray-Way 3-person tarp and net tent Att: Mrs. EW! You do not need all that extra weight of overhead netting, plus you will have even more room under your tarp without it. Just add several inches of netting along the side edges, and ma... |
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Superfeet Performance Green I do not think superfeet are supposed to prevent blisters, unless because they help correct the fit, they, by chance, correct an area that might otherwise chaffe your skin. Also, cut off about 1/8 in... |
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Bushbuddy "Ultra" (BPL/Ryan Jordan/Arctic 1000 Version) Wood Stove Note BD's final picture: the handles of the pot are directly over the opening that allows wood or fuel to be added to the stove when it is burning and the pot is ontop. When adding wood, I found ... |
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Montrail Vitesse On my first pair, the coating wore off the toe top. The grey just pealed off leaving a white fabric. Also, the rubber on the front side separated from the side of the shoe. I repaired it with Shoe ... |
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Merrell Mesa Ventilator II Cross-Training Shoes Ditto. I am about to head to the REI nearest me where they are on sale for $57 (Jan. 5) It will be my second pair having switched over from the Montrial Vitesse (see above). I had avoided this shoe ... |
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Littlbug Wood Burning Stove Littlbug Junior First, to find the website note that Little Bug is spelled with no "e". The efficiency of this stove amazed me. I have tried homemade versions of woodburners with little success, so I was ... |
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Gossamer Gear Lightrek Plus Poles Same as Phil Barton above. The tip broke off on the first day. I returned the pole, it was repaired at no cost and a spare basket and extra tip was also included. I had lost a basket as well as the... |
