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Mike Clelland (mikeclelland) - BPL Professional Member
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All Forum Posts by Mike Clelland
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...more Matt, Well said. But, please know, I don't advocate wiping with one's hand. Instead I advocate using any number of wonderful and easy to find natural alternatives. That said, I d... |
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(No watch, GPS, kindle, cell phone, radio, etc) Reply to Everett: ------------------------------------------------ You wrote: "I don't bring the following: anything that requires electricity to operate (GPS, kindle, cell phone, r... |
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To me the issue is education, thus my zeal. Reply to Everett: ------------------------------------------------ Just so you know, you are not the first person to get indignant about my views on toilet paper in the backcountry. This topic,... |
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follow up 1- The 0.8 ounce water bottle is just a normal 'spring-water' bottle from the grocery store (or, more correctly for me, from my neighbors recycle bin). It has a slightly thinner plastic vs ... |
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wet feet Reply to Chad: _________________________ If you are in wet conditions for a LONG time, a thin layer of Hydropel is magical. It helps a LOT! Also - if it's cold and wet for miles on end (... |
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wet feet are okay! Use the NON-waterproof shoes. Wear the THINNEST socks you have, they dry the quickest. And DON'T WORRY about getting your feet wet! It's fine, just walk thru streams and let your fee... |
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my GearGram list Wow, this site is really cool! http://www.geargrams.com/ Check it out, I'm super impressed! - I just added my sumer list (which I'll be tweaking and revising). ______________... |
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more feedback 1 - The DRI-DUCKS jackets are great. Very breathable, VERY waterproof - but not very durable. They get nicked easy, and don't try to bushwhack thru the bushes with one on! For trail hiking, ... |
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feedback / insights Seth, I suggest creating a proper gear list with every single item listed in a series of categories. Or, better yet, a spreadsheet! 1 - It's doubtful that you get your down bag wet from ... |
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insights / feedback 1) Once you finish your first meal, or your first bag of snacks, you'll have a bag for trash, no need to pack another one. 2) HEFTY bag for pack weighs 2.2 ounces, if you are using a HEFTY t... |
All Reader Reviews by Mike Clelland
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Leatherman Juice S2 Multitool 4.3 ounces? Uhhhg! |
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Hefty Trash Compactor Bag as LINER BAG Hefty Trash Compactor Bags 18 Gal. (68 L) Size 2 Ft. 1 3/4 x... |
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Lara Bars Cherry Pie A perfect Bar. |
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Patagonia DAS Parka I am chiming in and giving the DAS a low grade of 3. It is NOT a lightweight piece of gear! It's a porker, and should be refered to as such on the BPL site. 29 ounces? Thats 1 pound 13 ounce... |
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Patagonia Lightweight Sun Hoody This is a nice layer, but expensive. It doesn't get a 5 because of its high price. It's basically lightweight long underwear, but with a hood. The fabric is a little bit slippery and stretc... |
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Hardware store SINGLE EDGE RAZOR BLADE The standard hardware store little single edge razor blade is the simplest and lightest thing I've found - ever. Nice and sharp, easy to use - and LIGHT! They weigh 0.1 ounces! Buy a little... |
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Javette Coffee I think these are very good. Not quite as good as fresh brewed - but a good substitute. That's why it gets a 4 and not a 5. Superior (even if only a little) to Java Juice. Here's how I thin... |
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Petzl e+LITE Also - THe RED light option is really nice. I find I use it a lot to save batteries. It works great for ALMOST any purpose in the dark. Go ahead and try using it exclusivly. The red light really w... |
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GoLite Hut 1 I've used the GoLite Hut 2 (a little bigger) in the winter. It's fine. It takes a little extra time to adjust it so it's nice and tight. Ryan - hey, give a review after you get out o... |
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GU Energy Gel Hey - Make yer own in bulk. Cheeep and works great. HOMEMADE GOO ============= I've been using a form of homemade sports gel, and it's been really successful - and I have a circle o... |
