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All Forum Posts by David Chenault
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re: Glacier Seriously consider backpacking at least a little. You can't really see Glacier without doing so, and with the trails so well maintained its pretty darn easy. |
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re: Bitterroots There aren't a huge number of ready loops to be done out of the main Bitterroot Valley, at least without bushwacking or ridge scrambling. If you can find someone to do the rather long shuttle ... |
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re: post hike Usually I'm with you Ike, nice to deal with dirty gear while I'm still dirty. The Guiness is a very good idea. Sometimes if I'm truly knackered I dump my pack out on the mud room fl... |
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re: sticky shoes If NBs fit you the other models would be worth examining. I wasn't fond of the MT100s rubber or tread. The La Sportiva X Country is minimal trail shoe with a mid-narrow fit and rubber that ... |
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re: Bitterroots Be more specific about your distance goals and other specifics. |
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re: WPB jacket The Arc'teryx Alpha SL pullover meets your criteria (weight is close) and is a solid option. The OR Paladin in 3 layer Pertex, but a bit heavier. Patagonia also has numerous options which fud... |
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re: snowshoe sizing If you're just starting out, 30s without tails will probably be the best compromise at your weight. MSRs are a good idea for sunny California. |
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re: snowshoe sizing The sorts of snow and terrain you intend to be in most often are more relevant than your weight. Answer those questions and we can give you better guidance. |
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re: Houdini DWR With proper care and feeding (ie washing, thorough rinsing, a bit of heat to reactivate) the DWR will last for a very long time. My original (2005ish) Houdini still had a fully functional DWR when... |
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re: Teton Wilderness Stay on trails below 9k or so and you should be all set. |
All Reader Reviews by David Chenault
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STARBUCKS VIA Italian Roast Tastes good enough, tiny and easy to use. What could be better? It not being so darn expen$ive. |
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Lara Bars Cherry Pie Tasty, moist, tasty, good calorie to weight ratio, compact, resists deformation, doesn't freeze too bad in the cold, tasty, made of real food, and tasty! Bar-shaped food does not get any bett... |
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Patagonia Capilene 1 T-Shirt Cap 1 seems to have changed very little since it was called silkweight capilene back in the day. It dries very quickly, wicks pretty well (though not as well as cap 2), and most importantly feels lig... |
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Therm-A-Rest Ridgerest I use a cut-down 48" Ridgerest on every trip. Bombproof, comfy, light, cheap. In winter, I add a full length under it. I actually sleep better on this than most inflatables, but realize I&... |
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MLD Trailstar In summary: Aside from a bivy sack for good weather and race pace endeavors, I've sold off the rest of my shelters. It's a great cross of a pyramid and a tarp. Finished weight, seam sealed... |
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Gossamer Gear ThinLight insulation pad 1/8" approx. 2 oz. It's hard to get more warmth for the weight (or price). I like having a few pieces to add in as supplementary feet and/or torso pieces. It is quite fragile. Do not leave this on the outside o... |
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FireLite Trapper's Mug A very well designed cup. Light, but seems just as functionaly durable as Snowpeak or Evernew stuff. Ideal size for a soloist. The taller than it is wide shape is one I prefer for cooking on a fire... |
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Patagonia Houdini Wind Jacket Note 1: This is a review of my 2005/6 Houdini. It's longevity is revealing (it may have been the Dragonfly back then, even). Note 2: If the price is outrageous, no one would buy it! The prote... |
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Patagonia Ready Mix Softshell Pants I disagree with all Kev's objections, and desperately wish I could find more mediums to buy. The simplicity is what I love best. Actually, the perfect in all conditions from 70-10 F fabric is ... |
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patagonia down sweater Note: I'm folding this review of the Down hooded pullover into this section because 1) the hooded p/o isn't made anymore, 2) the critical comments likely apply broadly. I really liked the d... |
