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Cotton Carrier
I just bought the Cotton Carrier Strapshot. I haven't tested it yet but it looks promising.

In Photography » full size DSLR on trail
September 24, 8:10pm
Adapters
"Do those adapters allow anything with a docking station to still be dockable with the new iPhone?" Yes, but it depends on how much height you have. If the docking station is complete...

In GEAR » Good news for those who pack their iPhones
September 13, 1:46pm
Altra
I have not tried them yet but the Altra Zero Drop look like they have good stack height but still maintain a zero drop from heel to toe. http://www.altrazerodrop.com mike

In GEAR » low rise shoe with most forefoot cushioning?
September 12, 9:20am
"The Ultimate Backpacking Outfit"
Someone forwarded this to me and I laughed when I read the following about the backpack they were discussing: "The best part, though, is that it's incredibly comfortable and does a grea...

In GEAR » "The Ultimate Backpacking Outfit"
August 30, 1:50pm
Ground transportation idea
If you are going to fly somewhere, maybe you can hook up with someone locally who would want to hike with you. They get a hiking partner and you get a ride to/from the trailhead. Win-win. I, for ...

In Pre-Trip Planning » Best City for a Fly-in 48 (or 72) Hour Mountain Hike?
August 26, 9:22pm
Craghoppers
I like my Craghoppers: http://www.us.craghoppers.com/buy/nosilife-lite-trousers-regular-length-140308 They look normal enough to wear around town too. I do see complaints that they run small...

In GEAR » slim fit hiking pants?
August 25, 6:43pm
Re: Cottonwood Lakes to Whitney Portal
I haven't done this before BUT my logic says its better to not rely on finding someone to take you to Lone Pine which could throw off the schedule for your whole day. Mike

In Pre-Trip Planning » Cottonwood Lakes to Whitney Portal
August 24, 6:50pm
PM Sent
Daniel, I sent you a PM.

In GEAR » SPOT or PLB rental?
August 24, 6:40pm
I have one
Jeff- I have a Spot II you can borrow for your trip if I don't need it at the same time. Send me a PM and let me know what dates you need it. Mike

In GEAR » SPOT or PLB rental?
August 24, 3:41pm
Healing
Hi Roleigh, Both my daughters run about 50-60 miles per week for their high school cross country teams. They (and I) try to do ice baths for recovery and it might help you recover faster as wel...

In Post-Trip Reports » Ever get a bruised knee bone from doing a long hike?
August 24, 10:47am

All Reader Reviews by M W

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Black Diamond Ultra Distance
I got the Black Diamond Ultra Distance poles as a gift in 2011. They performed admirably on a 35 mile trip through the Grand Canyon this past April. The bottom sections did get pretty scratched up t...

In Trekking Poles
May 19, 9:36pm