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John Shannon (jshann) - BPL Forum Member

My Locale Texas
About Me Originally from Louisiana, I enjoyed camping in my Boy Scouting days and eventually became an Eagle Scout. Many years later (2002), I discovered backpacking after going on an REI multisport trip to Alaska. My first backpack was to Grand Canyon, and I was hooked!
CityDallas
StateTexas
CountryU.S.A.
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All Forum Posts by John Shannon

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Re: TSA to allow pocketknives, some sports equipment
http://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/files/assets/pdf/tsa_permitted_items_update.pdf

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » TSA to allow pocketknives, some sports equipment
March 05, 6:35pm
Re: Utah, New Mexico, or Texas backpacking in late March
Not Texas. Probably Grand Gulch or Zion area.

In Pre-Trip Planning » Utah, New Mexico, or Texas backpacking in late March
March 04, 3:55pm
Re: Gossamer Gear G6 Whisper "Uberlite" Backpack
POLICIES For Sale postings may not include references (especially URLs) to any external listings. We'll cheerfully remove such cross-posting information.

In Gear Deals » Gossamer Gear G6 Whisper "Uberlite" Backpack
February 25, 6:52pm
Re: Steripen Opti still the way to go?
http://www.steripen.com/compare/

In GEAR » Steripen Opti still the way to go?
February 25, 6:45pm
Re: Everyday Carry
edc talk is a preparedness topic. i carry keys and a wallet (smile).

In GEAR » Everyday Carry
February 24, 3:03am
Re: Brimmed Hat that actually breathes (not Tilley)
Full mesh crowns are liked by some..that still have hair on their heads. There was a guy that used to hang out here and he found a good priced one, but it would take some time to find the thread.

In GEAR » Brimmed Hat that actually breathes (not Tilley)
February 21, 5:59pm
Re: Examples of "Stupid Light"

In GEAR » Examples of "Stupid Light"
February 21, 5:31pm
Re: Help with generic gear list for my dad
It doesn't matter what you take in gear amount, if you do not take enough insulation for the expected temps to make him comfortable. That involves the person taking him into the wilderness. ...

In Gear Lists » Help with generic gear list for my dad
February 20, 2:44am
Re: Re: Re: Who has a wife who backpacks with them who always has cold feet?
lol...pics please.

In Chaff » Who has a wife who backpacks with them who always has cold feet?
February 19, 1:55am
Re: Logic Check: Windshirt
I use a windshirt to 1. Be more comfy over wider range of temps (rather than wearing less breathable rain jacket) 2. Protect my insulation by wearing it over the insulation 3. Keeping my sleep...

In GEAR » Logic Check: Windshirt
February 17, 6:11pm

All Reader Reviews by John Shannon

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GoLite Dawn
I have had this pack for several years and have taken it on multiple backpacks ranging from 2 days to 6 days. My pack weights have been over 15 pounds a few times with no problems. The materials and w...

In Backpacks - Frameless
May 09, 12:05pm