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jim bailey (florigen) - BPL Professional Member

My Locale South East
About Me Avid backpacker who has been trying reduce pack weight since 98. Out all 4 seasons, mid summer through late fall I was out every weekend when backpacking in northern NE. Usually was out once a month during harsh winters that I have since left behind. Relocated to the SE and now trying to figure out best seasons to be out backpacking as often as possible. Looking like 09/10 season will begin nonstop weekends October through May
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All Forum Posts by jim bailey

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the great western medicine show
Edited.....sign

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Ryan Jordan pops in
July 03, 11:15pm
the revolution had bandwith.....
NM

In Editor's Roundtable » Introducing Chris Wallace as Backpacking Light’s New Gear Editor
January 11, 10:33pm
Brian Doble and SUL
Yes, Brian did travel mostly SUL when he hiked the big 3. He has something pretty good in the works for 2011. More soon!

In SuperUltraLight (SUL) Backpacking Discussion » SUL and thru-hikes
July 28, 8:23pm
Liberty Springs to Garfield
Hi Curtis, There really are very few spots to camp legally between Liberty springs and the hut, your last water source will be at Liberty Springs before hitting Franconia Ridge so keep that in min...

In Hiking Partners / Group Trip Announcements » Need Campsite suggestions on Pemigewassett Loop/Mt Lafayette, NH
June 27, 12:18pm
Sorry too hear about tent failure
Piper/Diane, I feel your pain. Have used tarp’s allot over the years with much success in really bad condition BUT mostly in summer/warmer months with synthetic insulation & sometimes down...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Tent fail this weekend
May 19, 9:16pm
Ready for the season to start
Sorry too hear about northern waiting time, I lived it. Been hiking almost every weekend since mid September after a very hot summer, love southern winters big time now. Get through it, I'...

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Ready for the season to start.
March 13, 9:57pm
MLD Cuben Solo Pro Tarp
Thanks for sharing Don, was wondering about the coverage of this tarp and your photo's helped out quite a bit.

In GEAR » MLD Cuben Solo Pro Tarp
March 13, 8:12pm
Does tarp + bivy actually save all that much over a tent?
"Is this post actually written by Charlie Sheen?" No, just a guy who has allot of experience making gear for people trying to lighten loads over the years and has a pretty good grip on...

In GEAR » Does tarp + bivy actually save all that much over a tent?
March 02, 9:22pm
Help me reach a sub 5lb base weight
Chris Wallace (simplespirit) - BPL Staff - MLIFE Locale: NE GA / W NC NEW Re: Help me reach a sub 5lb base weight on 02/10/2011 19:22:43 MST Why do you need a 5 lb base weight? This ma...

In Gear Lists » Help me reach a sub 5lb base weight
February 10, 9:03pm
Maine & Pesky Black Flies
You will probably be in Maine during the worst part of bug season that time of the month, wait a couple weeks if possible

In General Lightweight Backpacking Discussion » Maine & Pesky Black Flies
January 26, 7:10pm

All Reader Reviews by jim bailey

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Mountain Laurel Designs
After using a Prophet pack for a few seasons had the front pocket seam rip out. Contacted Ron if he could repair this & he mentioned shipping it back for some patching up. A week later the pack wa...

In 1 - COMPANIES (Customer Service)
September 04, 2:12pm
Cocoon Pro 90 Quilt
Have been using this as part of a integrated sleep system combined with Cocoon Hoody, BPL Tosolight pad & GG customized foam pad, enclosed in an MLD Superlight bivy. 90 quilt has surpassed all ex...

In Sleeping Bags - Quilts & Top Bags
August 29, 10:16am