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Dave Neumann (idahomtman) - BPL Premium Member
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All Forum Posts by Dave Neumann
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meals for longer trips I prefer to cook only in the evening, so my current regimen includes: breakfast: 1 Larabar, 1 Probar snack #1: 1 Larabar, 1 Granola Bar snack #2: candy bar snack #3: mixed nuts dinner: pasta... |
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re: superfeet David, I've been wearing Superfeet insoles for a little over 3years. When I was training for a JMT thru-hike I started to have some foot problems and the salesperson at REI suggested I try t... |
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No Griz No need to worry about Grizzly Bears in the Mt. Borah region. The peak is considered a long one day climb from the nearest roadhead. One very exposed section near the summit. Class 2-3. |
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Solo Hiking Now that my boys are grown and have left for other adventures, all my backpacking is solo. I did the JMT solo in 2005 in 9.5 days. When I'm alone I find I can really put out the miles. I enjoy ... |
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Adventure Racer Hammock-SOLD Thanks Abi. Will ship out tomorrow morning. |
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FS: Hennessy Adventure Racer Hammock Brand new, never used. Removed from stuff sack once. I spend most of time above timberline and I'm not convinced I'll use the hammock. New it sells for $170. Will sell for $135 plus shippin... |
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Chaps SOLD The SpinnChaps have been sold. Thanks Richard. |
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Montbell Thermwrap Jacket SOLD The jacket has been sold. |
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FS: Montbell Thermawrap Jacket Medium, navy blue, slightly used, 2005 model in great condition. Weight = 9 ounces. Stored uncompressed. Sells for $140 now, will part with this excellent jacket for $65 shipped CONUS. PayPal prefe... |
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FS: GG Spin Chaps New, never used, Gossamer Gear SpinnChaps. 1.4 ounce w/o belt, 1.6 oz. with belt. Great for use with a poncho. $45 new, will sell for $35 shipped CONUS. Prefer PayPal. |
All Reader Reviews by Dave Neumann
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Inov8 Flyroc 310 I've been wearing the Flyroc 310s for six months. I do use my Superfeet insoles which may take away some of the flexibility these shoes are known for but they work great for me. Light, good toe pr... |
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Bozeman Mountain Works Torsolite Pad I have owned this pad for awhile but haven't used it until this weekend on a trip to Glacier Lake in Oregon. I broke a rib earlier this summer and needed some additional padding not provided by my... |
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Nunatak Arc Specialist For my first experience using a quilt, I was very impressed. I ordered this quilt in order to have more room because I like to sleep on my side and bring my legs up a little. Weighs only one pound and... |
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Bozeman Mountain Works Vapr NANO Bivy Sack (Pertex Quantum) Awesome is the only word to describe this piece of equipment. Had I not suffered a broken rib earlier this summer, I would have got to use this item of equipment earlier, but I spent a wonderful weeke... |
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ZPacks Zilch I just had a chance to use my new Zilch from ZPacks and found it to be a great value and I would give it a five if the closure held a little better. With a pad stuffed into the back pocket, I was not ... |
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Esbit stove and Esbit fuel cartridges Official brand...aus BRD I have had reasonable success with the Esbit stove and fuel if I use a wind screen and a decent lid on the pot. I have also found the residue and odor to be somewhat unpleasant. I purchased a beer can... |
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Repel Lemon Euculyptus Insect Spray Smells nice, works when there aren't too many mosquitoes around. Doesn't cut it for really bad bugs. Really, I've been using 100% DEET for over 35 years and I am okay; both physically and ... |
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Gossamer Gear Nightlight Torso I love this pad. It is lightweight and provides reasonable comfort. It works for my 5'10" frame provided I used my pack and other items for padding under my legs. I have used it successfully ... |
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Pentax Optio WP Just received my new Optio W20 purchased through Amazon.com. Mine weights 5.4 ounces with the battery and card installed. Nice package, light weight, compact and, so far at least, excellent picture qu... |
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Suunto Vector I've had mine for two years and it has lived up to my expectations. It is large but once you wear it awhile you will get used to it. The watchband has been fine and looks as good as new. My only c... |
