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All Forum Posts by David Chenault
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re: ND badlands Sounds like a good plan. I've never been in August, so I can't advise too specifically. Might be some good t-storms that time of year, and while there are perennial streams they're ... |
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re: ND badlands packraft I assume you're thinking MDH trail and packraft the Little Missouri? If so, I'd worry about having enough water to float within anything approaching decent speed. Historical average for A... |
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hoody(s) Still available. |
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re: Glacier Definitely no need to bring bear cans. 40 feet of rope is more than enough. |
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re: Glacier in August Is the CDT a good route for good scenery etc.? Or would we be missing the good stuff? >> Given your length requirements and the relative ease of the logistics you propose, I can't thin... |
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bushwacking "Other than that I try to avoid bushwhacking like the plague. Why? I am going long-distances so my main goal is making progress. In order to reach a certain goal within a given time frame I ha... |
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trees I hate trees. |
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re: indie v. cap 4 Insofar as you can test such thin fabrics in a lab, I'd bet that the Cap 4 would test warmer. In use the story isn't so simple. Relatively thick wool like the Indie and hi-void grid fle... |
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BPL trip At this point everyone who's expressed interest is out or on the fence. If there are any lurkers out there, speak now or you might find an empty TH. |
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re: Orange County bike shop The Path in Tustin is one of the best shops in the country. One of their employees is a semi-regular here. |
All Reader Reviews by David Chenault
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STARBUCKS VIA Italian Roast Tastes good enough, tiny and easy to use. What could be better? It not being so darn expen$ive. |
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Lara Bars Cherry Pie Tasty, moist, tasty, good calorie to weight ratio, compact, resists deformation, doesn't freeze too bad in the cold, tasty, made of real food, and tasty! Bar-shaped food does not get any bett... |
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Patagonia Capilene 1 T-Shirt Cap 1 seems to have changed very little since it was called silkweight capilene back in the day. It dries very quickly, wicks pretty well (though not as well as cap 2), and most importantly feels lig... |
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Therm-A-Rest Ridgerest I use a cut-down 48" Ridgerest on every trip. Bombproof, comfy, light, cheap. In winter, I add a full length under it. I actually sleep better on this than most inflatables, but realize I&... |
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MLD Trailstar In summary: Aside from a bivy sack for good weather and race pace endeavors, I've sold off the rest of my shelters. It's a great cross of a pyramid and a tarp. Finished weight, seam sealed... |
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Gossamer Gear ThinLight insulation pad 1/8" approx. 2 oz. It's hard to get more warmth for the weight (or price). I like having a few pieces to add in as supplementary feet and/or torso pieces. It is quite fragile. Do not leave this on the outside o... |
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FireLite Trapper's Mug A very well designed cup. Light, but seems just as functionaly durable as Snowpeak or Evernew stuff. Ideal size for a soloist. The taller than it is wide shape is one I prefer for cooking on a fire... |
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Patagonia Houdini Wind Jacket Note 1: This is a review of my 2005/6 Houdini. It's longevity is revealing (it may have been the Dragonfly back then, even). Note 2: If the price is outrageous, no one would buy it! The prote... |
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Patagonia Ready Mix Softshell Pants I disagree with all Kev's objections, and desperately wish I could find more mediums to buy. The simplicity is what I love best. Actually, the perfect in all conditions from 70-10 F fabric is ... |
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patagonia down sweater Note: I'm folding this review of the Down hooded pullover into this section because 1) the hooded p/o isn't made anymore, 2) the critical comments likely apply broadly. I really liked the d... |
