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Billy D

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Brunton Brewfire Coffee Maker

July 9, 2009

Anyone have any opinion or experience with this coffee maker?

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Arc'teryx Ether Crew - Short-Sleeve - Men's

June 7, 2008

How tight should this shirt fit. I am between a small and a medium. Does it run big or small or just right Goldilocks style?

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Arc'teryx Ether Comp Jersey - Short-Sleeve - Men's

May 8, 2008

I would like to see the answer to the last question.

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Ahwahnee Tent

Black Diamond Ahwahnee Tent 2-Person 4-Season

Black Diamond Ahwahnee Tent 2-Person 4-Season

Rating for this product: 5 October 8, 2007

Awesome tent, I like it better than the Fitzroy. It is easier to set up with only 2.5 poles. It is not quite as wide but wide enough. This tent sets up easily without any difficulty. Waterproof and leak proof. I experienced no condensation on the inside with the todd X material. Having both doors to open is terrific for warm weather camping and it works great in the really cold temps as well. Bibler makes the best single wall tents bar none! I love this tent. It is the best tent I have ever owned in 40 years of camping. I have experience with many different tents during that time.

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Firstlight terrific

Black Diamond Firstlight Tent 2-Person 3-Season

Black Diamond Firstlight Tent 2-Person 3-Season

Rating for this product: 5 June 26, 2007

This tent is super light and super easy to set up. With a little practice you can literally have it up in about a minute or less. I took this tent on a kayaking trip. It fit the kayak storage port without any problems. It held up well in a few thunder showers and it was quite comfortable on a warm stuffy night. The hook and loop closure pole fasteners are easier than the clips in my Bibler. I much prefer the hook and loop closure. This tent is the one I will use most often.

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lighthouse Rocks

Black Diamond Lighthouse Tent 2-Person 3-Season

Black Diamond Lighthouse Tent 2-Person 3-Season

Rating for this product: 5 June 26, 2007

I Bought this tent for my son who is involved in scouting. He is 13 and has no problem setting this tent up. He can pitch this tent in 2 to 3 minutes tops. It was spacious enough for him and a buddy. It held up quite well in some pretty nasty thunderstorms and it did not get too stuffy on a warm humid night. My son indicated he got it dirty and would need to wash it off when we got home. This was not a problem as the dirt just seemed to roll off the fabric. This tent packs down very small a nice feature when space is an issue. I am very pleased with this tent. I don't think I could find a simpler tent for my son and a quality one at that!

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Marmot CWM

Marmot CWM EQ Sleeping Bag: -40 Degree Down

Marmot CWM EQ Sleeping Bag: -40 Degree Down

Rating for this product: 5 March 19, 2007

I have owned this sleeping bag for two years. It is one exceptionally warm bag. Loft is super. The hood really keeps the heat in well. Pull cords some times annoy. They need to be shifted from time to time.Developed a small rip in one of the seams. Needed to have it repaired at a local shop. Almost impossible to stuff into sack provided by marmot. Needed to get a bigger one!

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GSI Frying Pan

GSI Outdoor Camp HAE Frypan - 14 in

GSI Outdoor Camp HAE Frypan - 14 in

Rating for this product: 5 February 5, 2007

This pan is great. I have owned one for years. I just bought two for my scout troop. They work well for preparing large quantities of grub. My wife uses it at home from time to time when a large frying pan is needed. We get double duty out of this pan. The coating makes it real easy to clean and the take apart handle works well for storage and taking up space. I rarely use the handle attached.I love this pan. The scouts like it when they are patrol cooking.

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Great Bag

Marmot Couloir Sleeping Bag: 0 Degree Down DO NOT USE

Marmot Couloir Sleeping Bag: 0 Degree Down DO NOT USE

Rating for this product: 5 November 14, 2006

This sleeping is terrific. With the temperature below 20-degrees it kept me plenty warm. When the temps rose to the high 40's I did not over heat. The hood helps keep one warm during real cold temps. It packs down quite small. Small enough to fit in the bottom compartment of my Dana Terraplane. Color is cheery as well. This was an excellent purchase. My only negative is the stuff sack. Marmot needs to improve the quality of their stuff sacks on these technical bags. If it holds up as well as my other Marmot bags I should be able to pass it down to my son some day!

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Prolite 4

Therm-a-Rest ProLite 4 Sleeping Pad

Therm-a-Rest ProLite 4 Sleeping Pad

Rating for this product: 5 June 19, 2006

This is an all around great sleeping pad. A little bigger than the Prolite 3 but more spacious, and a little more comfy as well. If a little more size is not an issue, go with the 4. It is just a bit thicker and two to three inches longer. For me, most Thermarest pads need a little more air blown into them. The new design tops the old line in terms of weight and volume by leaps and bounds.

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Marmot Helium

Marmot Helium Sleeping Bag: 15 Degree Down

Marmot Helium Sleeping Bag: 15 Degree Down

Rating for this product: 5 May 9, 2006

This sleeping bag is a great, warm, and lightweight bag. It stuffs down to almost nothing (about the size of a loaf of bread). The 850 down stays fluffy even after being stuffed over an extended period of time. The short zipper is long enough and helps save weight. It was warm down to 30F. (I'm a cold sleeper.) The only disappointment is the stuff sack supplied my Marmot. Marmot makes such great bags but their stuff sacks do not live up to the Marmot name. I bought a good quality compression sack for this great bag!

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Helium Bag Terrific

Marmot Helium Sleeping Bag: 15 Degree Down

Marmot Helium Sleeping Bag: 15 Degree Down

Rating for this product: 5 April 24, 2006

The Helium Sleeping Bag is a great lightweight sleeping bag. It was warm at 20F. It packs really small; down to bread loaf size. Its short zipper is plenty long enough and helps cut down on weight. It offers enough room inside and the hood and draft collar are comfortable. The loft is great. The 900-weight down is worth the price. Its insulation qualities are flawless. It is a wee bit difficult to stuff in the sack Marmot includes. I will upgrade to a better quality compression sack, but this is a very minor criticism. Marmot needs to include a better quality stuff sack for their great bags.

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Up Date Bibler Fitzroy

Black Diamond Fitzroy Tent 3-Person 4-Season

Black Diamond Fitzroy Tent 3-Person 4-Season

Rating for this product: 5 February 13, 2006

Had an opportunity to use the Fitzroy on a rainy camping trip. It held up beautifully. No leaks and no seepage to the inside. After using the Fitzroy about ten times it appears to be a great four season tent. It didn't have any problem with condensation buildup on the inside, either. This tent is a keeper.

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Oakley half jacket

Oakley Half Jacket Sunglasses - Polarized

Oakley Half Jacket Sunglasses - Polarized

Rating for this product: 5 November 17, 2005

These glasses are great. The fit is extremely comfortable. The clarity is phenomenal. They make everything so clear. They do not slide down your nose as perspiration begins to build up. The best thing is you can buy other lenses for different light conditions.

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Oakley Half Pints

Oakley Halfpint Youth Sunglasses

Oakley Halfpint Youth Sunglasses

Rating for this product: 5 November 17, 2005

My son likes these sunglasses very much. They fit well and don't slide off his head. He says they shade well in bright sun and keep the glare down. My wife tried them since they fit her as well. She indicated they fit her small face quite nicely and did a good job in the sun.

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Gigapower stove/titanium

Snow Peak GigaPower Stove, Titanium Manual Ignition

Snow Peak GigaPower Stove, Titanium Manual Ignition

Rating for this product: 5 February 2, 2005

This stove is super light. Stores easily in a nifty little case that is supplied. It lights easily and throws off good heat. We also purchased the wind shield. This stove boils water quickly. We used the snow peak pot/mug with lid and were able to boil water in a very short period of time. Simple to operate. Bought it for my son who is just entering Boy Scouts. Perfect for him!

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Marmot Ulitmate glove

Marmot Ultimate Ski Glove - Unisex

Marmot Ultimate Ski Glove - Unisex

Rating for this product: 5 December 22, 2004

I am on my third pair of these Ultimate Ski Gloves. I've owned them for a number of years. They're warm but not as warm as the Randonee glove by Marmot. I think the leather makes them a bit colder. The biggest difficulty is that over time they split on the finger seams. not a major problem. With Marmot's "For Life" warranty they replace them for you. The leather palm dries out after time. I recommend the Randonee glove over these.

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Bibler Fitzroy

Black Diamond Fitzroy Tent 3-Person 4-Season

Black Diamond Fitzroy Tent 3-Person 4-Season

Rating for this product: 5 November 22, 2004

This tent is fairly easy to set-up just do it at home before taking it on a camping trip. Having to seam seal a tent as expensive as this one is a bit disappointing. But if it keeps it waterproof I guess it is worth it. A bit small for two large adults. My son and I found it snug and he is only ten years old. It did not build up any condensation with both ends slightly vented and a pack towel hanging from one of the poles. Did not get a chance to test it in a downpour. That will be the ultimate test. I will up date when I'm out in a rain storm!

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marmot CWM

Marmot CWM EQ Sleeping Bag: Minus 40 Degree Down

Marmot CWM EQ Sleeping Bag: Minus 40 Degree Down

Rating for this product: 5 November 17, 2004

This bag is toasty warm. No complaints about staying warm in this bag. The down stays put and keeps you warm all over. The foot area is especially warm with its extra protection. The only negative is it is difficult to stuff into the stuff sack. It is almost impossible.

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