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Dave Neumann (idahomtman) - BPL Premium Member
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WTB: Nunatak Arc Alpinist PM sent. |
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FS: Nunatak Arc Edge, new, reduced price Price dropped to $250. |
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FS: Nunatak Arc Edge, new with overfill bump |
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FS: Nunatak Arc Edge - new, never used Sold. Thanks Joe. Rated 40 degree Nunatak Edge quilt. Quantum 1.0 interior fabric (black), Quantum .8 exterior fabric (purple). One ounce down overfill. Medium size (up to 5'10"), 6.5 o... |
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Boys in the Wild... right on I thoroughly enjoyed the short film and concur with your thoughts Ryan. I was fortunate to grow up with a father who wanted to hike and backpack and so beginning at age eight we ventured into the H... |
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ULA Conduit bump |
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FS: MLD Revelation (SOLD) SOLD. Seam-sealed, but never used, ultralight (4.2 ounces) Mountain Laurel Designs Revelation pack purchased in 2008. 1,850 cu. in. capacity. Padded shoulder straps reinforced on pack body, st... |
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FS: ULA Conduit - SOLD SOLD This is an '09 M/L torso Conduit, frameless top-loading pack with a volume of 3,200 cubic inches and weight of just 22 ounces, just right for a weekend ultralight or lightweight backp... |
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Hells Canyon rim-to-rim Great trip write-up and beautiful photos. I've spent significant time in the Seven Devils and looked at the canyon from the west side trails but never ventured down. Having floated part of the ... |
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The Vortex of Fear Great article. One of the best I've read on the PCT and, more importantly, the "vortex of fear." While it is reasonable to be cautious and listen, you have to analyze the experience o... |
All Reader Reviews by Dave Neumann
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Backcountrygear.com I have always had excellent, quick service from this company. I have called on several occasions to insure I was ordering the correct item and received friendly, expert help. I have also had them call... |
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Sawyer Premium Insect Repellant -- I use this product and as far as I can tell it is very effective against mosquitoes. I treated my socks, pants, shirt, and hat prior to a JMT thru-hike leaving in July on a wet year and rarely needed ... |
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Probar Energy Bar After reading Shawn's review I went to Probar's website. I was impressed so I ordered a case of bars from Amazon.com (cheapest I could find with a cursory search). I was pleasantly surprised b... |
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Gossamer Gear I have also had positive experiences with GG both both with Glen and the current owner(s). I purchased a pack and when it arrived I found it to be too large. I called, got Glen and had authorizati... |
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Black Diamond Ion I have used the BD Ion for several years. It is light weight and has proven adequate for my needs, but I agree that there are other lights to consider; the Photon among them. For a minimalist headlamp... |
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Lighten Up DVD with Glen Van Peski . I enjoyed it and picked up a few tips, but the audience is more likely someone who has either not yet adopted a lightweight backpacking philosophy or is in the early stages of adoption. Definitely a g... |
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Patagonia the company I have been doing business with Patagonia from before it became Patagonia (Chouinard Equipment). Their products are high quality, environmentally sound and they have an outstanding business philosophy... |
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MSR Pocket Rocket I've used this stove for many years. Great value, low price, good fuel economy, fast. Not great in the wind, but with some natural screening, works pretty well. Never had any problems with the sto... |
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Six Moon Designs I own the Lunar Solo (older model), Essence pack, Gatewood Cape and I owned a Starlite which I used on a JMT thru-hike of 10 days but subsequently sold when I bought the Essence. The Starlite proved t... |
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Snow Peak 600 I've used this cup for my solo backpack trips for several years now. I also use heavy duty foil for a lid. I've now replaced it with my new FireLite 500 with lid and am excited by the prospect... |
