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John Roan (JRoan) - BPL Lifetime Member
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Rain Jacket Multiple Use Gear? Us ul hikers are an interesting bunch...always thinking. It takes allot of dumb ideas before we come up with a good one. So check this out... I recently went from hiking with a wind shirt and um... |
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Nutrition Planning - low weight + balanced diet Yes, nutrition is fascinating. While our bodies are capable of getting us through adverse conditions, good nutrition and hydration are what keeps us feeling our best. Mark, I definitely agree w... |
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Nutrition Planning Brad, good point on the protein. I'm working on adding it to my calculations. This will help me ensure I have good balance of calories from carbs, fat, and protein. There's a great artic... |
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Nutrition Planning - low weight + balanced diet My wife and I are backpacking the PCT section A in a couple of weeks. It seems that we tend to focus on gear, gear, gear in these forums. While that describes me perfectly, I recently have been foc... |
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Re: PCT Section A transportation? We called Warner Springs Ranch and they agreed to post a note we sent them to see if anyone there is interested in making a few bucks to give us a ride to Campo. If we can't find someone to... |
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PCT Section A transportation? My wife and I are hiking section A of the PCT the first week in April. The plan is to park at Warner Springs Ranch, find a way to Campo, then hike back the 110 miles. Warner Springs is a tiny l... |
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Pacific Crest Trail Atlas Has anyone used Blackwoods Press Pacific Crest Trail Atlas? http://www.blackwoodspress.com/pct/atlas/ Looks like a very well thought out, complete guide, but I am wondering how accurate it is? |
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Re: Spinntwin I second the SpinnTwinn. I have a Refuge-X at a similar weight, but I prefer the SpinnTwinn for its huge size and lack of condensation. I've been in some pretty nasty rain/wind storms with no b... |
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Re: Rain Jacket decision Well wifey liked the Essence, although she only wore it for the first half hour or so when the temp was in the low 40's, then on breaks. I think we'll modify it to eliminate the breast pock... |
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Rain Jacket decision I decided to try the Marmot Essence. We just picked one up on clearance at REI for my wife for $94.93. I ordered one for myself at REI outlet as well. Her size L jacket (a bit large for her, bu... |
All Reader Reviews by John Roan
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Trail Designs Caldera Stove My rating is actually 4.5 out of 5 (not an option in the drop down box). I... |
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Trail Designs Ti-Tri Inferno The guys at Trail Designs have built a reputation for themselves by providing innovative products and excellent customer service. Their Caldera Cone system was a revolution in UL wind screen/pot holde... |
