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Re: Re: mouthparts; dropping off of trees I believe you are correct, Miguel. I was on a jobsite a couple of years ago, and ticks were dropping out of the trees at a noticable rate. Enough so to cause concern. It's the only time I'v... |
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Re:Granite Gear Escape AC 60 I had a chance to carry an AC 60 two weeks ago with not only my normal load, but about 12 pounds of video gear on top of that, and I must say, I really like it. It carried as well as, if not better... |
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Re: Hiker in Need!! can you help? Get better, Don. The trail ain't goin' anywhere. Thanks for the update, BTW. |
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Re: Tarp size question x4 on the 8x10. It is one of the most popular tarp sizes with good reason. Perfect for two, and extra roomy as a solo shelter. |
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Same Ed? Hey Ed, are you the fellow over at 24CF that builds the cool cylinder stoves? (sorry about the thread hijack). I know a feww of the guys over there have added stove jacks (from ti goat, I believe) ... |
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Re:Bears and Puppies Oh My!" I wouldn't get to obsessed about bears on the AT in PA. I've been hiking the PA AT section for 22+ years, and haven't seen one bear. If anything, your puppy will keep them at bay. The o... |
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Don's hike Anybody hear from Don? Wondering how his hike is going..... |
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Ya know............ ........just when I was safe and cozy hiding in my little cocoon Boozer's gotta give me a challenge :P. Actually the original GW would not be a good choice if for no other reason than the limit... |
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Re:MYOG Meteor Bivy Hey John! I don't remember what the top material is, but I believe it is momentum. I bought it from someone here, and it is my favorite bivy. That pitch is a crazy hybrid. It's a cross b... |
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Re:MYOG Meteor Bivy Nicely done John! I've been using a MYOG Meteor Bivy for about 2 seasons now and love it. |
All Reader Reviews by george carr
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Mountain House Precooked Scrambled Eggs with Bacon When I decide to pack a hot breakfast I usually either pick up the MH eggs with bacon or ham and peppers. As one reviewer suggested, pour out the water before consuming. I usually prepare this dish as... |
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Mountain House Lasagna with Meat Sauce When I grab a freeze dried dinner for an overnighter, the MH lasagna is my number one choice. I liked it when I started in '88 and still like it today. |
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Lightweight Backpacking 101 Ryan Jordan, Alan Dixon + (2001) When I 1st joined BL.com this was the article that convinced me sub 5 was possible. I think that on the home page there should be a link that says read this first. While the original might use some up... |
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The Ultralight Backpacker by Ryel Kestenbaum At the time of this books publishing UL backpacking was still relatively new to the general backpacking public, so as the saying goes "you can fool some of the people some of the time...". T... |
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Tarptent Squall I purchased my Tarptent Squall in 2004 and now consider it my main shelter when I am carrying a tent. Henry Shires was a pleasure to deal with and very helpful. The squall has served me well from my b... |
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Powerbar Energy Gel Caffinated Gels I discovered energy gels a few years ago and decided to try the Powerbar brand on an AT hike in 2004. If you've never tried a carbohydrate gel or don't typically take in caffeine all I can say... |
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Montbell Thermawrap Vest I've owned the Montbell Thermawrap UL Vest for 3 seasons now, and like many folks I puchased it to save weight. I originally carried a fleece vest that had trustily served me for many years, so I ... |
