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Re: tweezers Bob, At my age I need a magnifying glass to make tweezers work. My compass has the magnifying glass and the Buck 350 pliers work for things like cactus needles. The Buck 350 also has tweezers ... |
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Re: Windstopper I love my Windstopper balaclava. For jackets or pants I think layers would be more versatile. |
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Re: Re: Pack liner vs. Pack cover Michael, Your technique works fine in the Colorado Rockies also. |
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Re: Rethinking the Double-Walled Tent You ground dwellers are so cute when you talk tents. Seriously, Roger, that tent has huge commercial potential. Lighter and roomier than a 2R. Possibly copy Stephenson models' wardrobe tho... |
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Re: Map & Compass Resources My primary system of navigation is map reading. I carry a compass, but have not used it in years. FIRST learn to navigate with a good topo map. Use of the other tools will be easy after you have... |
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Re: CT Trip Photos Stuart, Good photos!!!!!! Are you a cartographer? I did my trail maintenance in Segment 12 then picked up my 76 year old friend at the Avalanche Trailhead on July 6. Small world? My avat... |
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The SUV syndrome impacts gear selection The SUV will do everything that you need a vehicle to do, but nothing well. The quilt v. bag thread might well have been a discussion of specialized gear v. all-purpose gear. If I could own o... |
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Re: Warmth without high lofting insulation? How about Evazote foam from Gossamer Gear? http://www.gossamergear.com/cgi-bin/gossamergear/thinlight.html Insulation is about more than loft. .375" of Evazote will provide much more in... |
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Re: Ditch Your Stakes: A Guide To Alternative Shelter Anchors Great article. This is the reason I maintain my subscription. I use a different technique. I put the tensioner hardware or knot on the tarp side of the guyline. At my age it is nice that I ... |
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Re: How Many Days Do You Get Out Per Year? NOT ENOUGH!!! OK, 20 -30 nights a year. |
All Reader Reviews by Richard Matthews
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Trail Designs Customer Service Rand provides better customer service that we have a right to expect. The Caldera Cones are the most fuel efficient that I have used. |
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zpacks Company I have purchased packs and pouches and had Joe do some custom sewing. The quality is excellent and the delivery time is great. I mailed him a G4 for some modifications and received it back in 8 da... |
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Zpacks Blast 32 Blast 32 by Zpack Options and additions: Webbing belt, Sternum strap, Daisy chain on shoulder straps, Base shock cord loops, One shoulder pouch, Shockcord and cordlock water bottle holder on ... |
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Equinox Silnylon Poncho I use the extended version sold through Campmor. Recently I did a rainy week long hike with my 74 year old friend. We wore our ponchos at some time every day for a week. When we were coming out we ... |
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Jacks R Better No Sniveller quilt I got the No Sniveller and Nest together to use with my hammock. When wearing expedition weight long underwear the quilts will keep me warm to 30 degrees in the hammock. I also use the NS on the g... |
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Hennessy Hammock Asym I have used the Hennessy as my primary shelter for 4 years now. The A-Sym design allows a poncho to be used as the fly. The bottom entry allows the fly to be set very close to the hammock. This... |
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Gatorade Bottle I use a cozy made out of CCF pad so that I can shake my hot beverages. The mouth is just wide enough to allow drink mixes to be added without spilling. They fit in a normal bike bottle holster. ... |
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Trangia 28-5 Mini Aluminum Cook Pot The lid from the AntiGravityGear 3 cup pot fits pretty well on the pot. Pour in a bag meals become monotonous quickly. This set gives me the ability to fry. The skillet works well with the alco... |
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Mary Jane's Farm Sante Fe Pasta Don't forget Nick's Couch Potatoes, Red Pesto Pasta and Mac & Cheese. Lots of olive oil with all of them. I generally add chopped turkey pepperoni or bacon crumbles. |
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Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo This tent brings together many of the superior design features from other light weight tents. The basic design is similar to the Dancing Light Gear Tacoma Solo Shelter. The Lunar solo has a very g... |
