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Phil Barton (flyfast) - BPL Lifetime Member
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ULA Amp Jonathan, that Amp looks a lot like one I know that you recently bought for a lower price. |
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Re: Jacket at Philmont Jim is right YMMV. In June-July 2008 we wore our jackets most days. We seldom did this year in July. But when we were cold it would have been miserable without a warm layer. Here we are freezing... |
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Re: Lighten Up DVD Shawn, where are you located? I'm in Tulsa and have a spare copy. It may be easier to mail a copy but just thought I'd ask. Phil P.S. DVD is spoken for. 10/20/2009 |
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FS ULA Amp I am changing gears on my pack. I have a lightly used ULA Amp. It's been on about 3 outings. It is size L with the back pocket and 2 side pockets. It is in essentially new condition. $70 inc... |
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Re: "WTB Lightweight Dining Fly" Richard, we have twice now used these as a Philmont dining fly. They are relatively inexpensive and work very well. http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___20070 It might help to ask for a... |
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Re: Starbucks instant coffee I like Via. I took enough packets with me to Philmont in July to have 2-3 every day for 10 mornings on the trail. I had a few to share with my son and others. It was easy compared to cowboy coffee ... |
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Snowpeak 900 lid Jason, I'm interested in a lid for the SP T900. Thanks, Phil |
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Re: Say no to grease? Paul, I find that wearing at least a stocking cap to bed helps a lot over the days where my hair and face become oily. Also, listening to a podcast by Gary Schaezlin the owner of Western Mountainee... |
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Re: Coffee Wes, have a great time! I took Via this summer (3 a day). It is a good way to go. Hope all your crew does well with the lightweight kit. Let us know how it goes. All the best, Phil |
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Re: ULA Ohm for Philmont Gregg, you'll have to try it out with your own gear. Brian Frankle is a very helpful guy. You might just see how you could exchange the pack if it doesn't fit. Based on my experience the Oh... |
All Reader Reviews by Phil Barton
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Pro-Tick Remedy Pro-Tick Maybe you don't have to worry about ticks. In the southern US it's something we have to continually address. The Pro-Tick Remedy is the best removal method I've run across. It is a simple,... |
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TarpTent It's been almost 2 1/2 years since I bought my TT Squall but the process was memorably good. First, I spoke with Henry by phone to chat about the models and what would be the best fit for my hikin... |
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Golite 2006 Reed Pants I've had my pair of GoLite Reed pants since at least 2001. They were still sold as Ray-Way gear way back then. These pants are blue (as I remember getting them on sale). This vintage pair of pants... |
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RailRiders Adventure Shirt I've used RailRider shirts for about 5 years now. The RR Adventure Shirt has become a core piece of my warm weather hiking kit. It is well made, cool in hot weather, and very durable. I wear L ... |
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MSR Mug Mate Coffee Filter MSR coffee filter Mike Clelland's article, "Techniques and Gear for the Lightweight Backcountry Coffee Connoisseur" (BackpackingLight Magazine, Issue 6) was a home run for me. I sorta, kinda, oh maybe a l... |
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Western Mountaineering Highlite All the above ratings capture well the features of the Western Mountaineering HighLite. I've owned mine now for a year. What I really like about this bag is its warmth. I am amazed at what it c... |
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ULA Amp The Amp is my second pack from Brian Frankle. I’ve waited to post a review until my first outing with the pack this past weekend. The ULA Amp meets my expectations for a smaller volume pack to be used... |
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Sawyer Premium Insect Repellant -- Sawyer brand permethrin spray is widely available here at Wal-Mart and many sporting goods stores. If you live in an area that isn't tick infested then count your blessings. If you do live or hike... |
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Bozeman Mountain Works Torsolite Pad After several months of use for the BMW TorsoLite, I rate it a 4.5 (if that were allowed). It is reasonably light. It is warm enough for my winter camping. My only reservation is that I wish it were t... |
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National Geographic TOPO! Outdoor Recreation Mapping Software - California TOPO! software to me is a mixed bag. I've owned 5 different map sets for a few years (US National Parks and 4 different states). What I've really liked -- the ability to print any map the ... |
