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Barry Blalock

Trail Runner // Boulderer // Hiker // Backpacker // Road Biker // Mountaineer

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    Boulder, CO
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    Thru-hiking the entire AT this year should be fun.

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Nice chalk bag

Nice chalk bag

Arc'teryx C40 Chalk Bag

4 days ago

great opening, tough material, lots of life left in this thing.

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Great Belay Jacket

Great Belay Jacket

MontBell Permafrost Light Down Jacket - Men's

4 days ago

Super warm, super weatherproof, super tough.

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On the Right

On the Right

Mountain Hardwear Stiletto 1 Tent 1-Person 3-Season

May 30, 2009

Some winter camping. It's a very light tent.

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Guy on Far Right

Guy on Far Right

MontBell Ultralight Thermawrap Jacket - Men's

May 30, 2009

Phoenix, my thruhiking buddy, used this jacket and lauded it's praises.

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Dude on the Far Left

Dude on the Far Left

MontBell Extremely Light Down Jacket - Men's

May 30, 2009

My buddy, McBride, used this thing while thruhiking the AT and it kept him alive and warm more than once.

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Max Patch, NC

Max Patch, NC

MSR Hubba Tent: 1-Person 3-Season

May 30, 2009

Pitching for an evening of 60mph winds and rain. Fun night.

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Max Patch, NC

Max Patch, NC

Patagonia Rain Shadow Jacket - Women's

May 30, 2009

My beautiful girlfriend hanging out with me on the AT at the summit of Max Patch.

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@ the NOC

@ the NOC

Marmot PreCip Jacket - Men's

May 30, 2009

About to test the full submersion of PreCip.

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Chilling w/ Cimarron

Chilling w/ Cimarron

La Sportiva Halite GTX Hiking Boot - Men's

May 30, 2009

This guy is 86 and is thruhiking the AT...again. Pure badass. I'm the geek on the right with the Halite's on. My feet spread out though and had to ditch them as the toe box was too narrow.

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My Hiking Buddy

My Hiking Buddy

MSR Hubba Tent: 1-Person 3-Season

May 30, 2009

We both had the Hubba. Everyone was jealous.

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My Morning View

My Morning View

MSR Hubba Tent: 1-Person 3-Season

May 30, 2009

Gotta lova, Hubba.

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Pure Excitement

Pure Excitement

Granite Gear Nimbus Meridian Backpack - 3400-3800cu in

May 30, 2009

Riding a 4-Wheeler with my Nimbus Meridian backpack was too much fun as you can see from my expression. I love that pack.

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Micro Dome w/ WindStopper

Micro Dome w/ WindStopper

Mountain Hardwear Windstopper Micro Dome Beanie

May 30, 2009

On the AT walking into Damascus, VA and yes...it's cold outside.

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Awesome Harness

Black Diamond Momentum AL Harness

Black Diamond Momentum AL Harness

Rating for this product: 5 4 days ago

For the money, this is the one you need. I've done winter rappelling and felt like I was sitting in a La-Z-Boy recliner. Seriously, the worst part of climbing for me now is getting back on the wall from the comfortable sitting position. It's tough, adjustable, tough, comfortable, tough, well-made, and tough!

I really like this harness.

It's tough.

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Beastmode

Black Diamond ATC Guide

Black Diamond ATC Guide

Rating for this product: 5 4 days ago

This thing is a beast. It gives me too much friction on the high friction mode. I could lead belay a fat, fat, nasty with this thing and not even feel them come off for a world class whipper. I think I just need to take off the first layer of finish so my 10.2mm rope slides easier through it. At any rate, this thing is world class and will last me a long, long time with very regular usage.

Muchas gracias, BD.

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Mountain Hardwear Android Softshell Jacket - Men's

4 days ago

Is this thing going to be getting the 2.0 upgrade? I'm running the 1.56 Cupcake version right now and just wish this thing had a faster processor and better battery life. Anyone?

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Granite Proof

The North Face Apex Bionic Jacket - Men's

The North Face Apex Bionic Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 4 days ago

I've chewed this thing up climbing on granite and it's proven itself to me time and time again. Does a very decent job blocking wind, sheds hours of moisture very well, but the thing I'm taken aback by is the toughness. I grind this thing against sharp rocks that rip my paws to shreds, bushwack through brambles, and play backyard tackle football with it on. Breathes well and stands the test of time. For the value, this might be the best cheap jacket on the market.

Thank you, North Face...thank you.

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Mountain Hardwear WindStopper Tech Jacket - Men's

4 days ago

Yes. It has one handed pulls on both sides. Fully adjustable, fully badass.

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Go Hardcore

MontBell Permafrost Light Down Jacket - Men's

MontBell Permafrost Light Down Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 26, 2009

This jacket is tough and completely windproof. I live along the Front Range in Colorado and the winters here are super windy, avg. wind speed is 55mph. This jacket blocks the wind and keeps you super toasty warm on single digit days. I've belayed in this jacket with great aplomb, I never felt the 25 degree morning air.

Also, it is super light, like alien light. I think MontBell has their flagship puffy with this jacket. The shell is super strong, light, and very weatherproof, almost like a softshell. The insulation is amazingly warm, even with a long sleeve capilene 1-2 on I could be stationary for a while before I felt the cold. Nice weatherproof zippers to keep out moisture.

The fit is athletic, I feel like. I am 5'10", 195 and the Large is so friggin money on me. Enough room to fit on a medium baselayer, and if it's super cold, a midweight insulation layer like polartec power stretch.

Do NOT try and hike in this thing. You'll over heat immediately and be miserable. This is a stationary jacket due to it's warmth. Use it wisely and take it with you everywhere. It stuffs down to the size of a 1L Nalgene bottle with further possible compression available. Be sure, says the tag, to deflate slowly, due to the welded baffles and WindStopper fabric air takes longer to compress outwards, go fast and you'll blow out a baffle. No bueno.

I like this more than my old favorite MHW Sub Zero Down jacket. It's just as warm but weighs literally ounces and is far more packable. Plus the Brick Red is like a salsa color, super dope.

Enjoy!

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Hydro Photon SteriPEN Adventurer Handheld Ultraviolet Water Purifier

Hydro Photon SteriPEN Adventurer Handheld Ultraviolet Water Purifier

Rating for this product: 5 June 11, 2009

One of the SteriPen technicians read my previous review and actually emailed me and the reason for it not working every time is because of the low mineral concentrations in the water that you are treating do not always activate the UV sensor. The activator is adjustable to make the sensor more sensitive if you are in low mineral concentration water which, since adjusting, it has worked every time. Nice going, SteriPen!

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Under Armour UA Proximo T-Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's

June 2, 2009

Absolutely. Sorry for not including that in the original answer.

If you really think it's going to be cold (weather and water) and have some extra money to spend, check out the Arc'teryx Rho AR shirt, if you are on a budget, the Marmot Power Stretch Half-Zip Fleece Jacket or Vest. All three are made of Polartec Power Stretch which is an amazingly warm material, and when soaking wet would function closest to a wet suit. Here's the catch though, you'll want this layer to fit snugly to your body so make sure you size appropriately. Having even contact with this layer prevents cold air pockets to form when you're wet which would make you uncomfortable. Think how a wet suit fits.

Polartec really won me over with this material because of how durable and stretchy it is. It will last you for a while.

If it isn't going to be too cold weather wise, but water wise, then The North Face XTC Midweight Crew would be ideal. It uses Bamboo fibers which are antimicrobial so if you'll be out all week, you can wear this shirt the whole time and not smell too bad. I had bamboo socks out on my thruhike of the AT and they were super tough. At the very most I'd change them once a week because they kept the stink down that much. Bamboo fibers are awesome.

Hope this helped!

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Marmot 8000M Down Pant - Men's

June 2, 2009

You would save more weight by just using a sleeping bag, man. These don't pack down any smaller than what a 10-15 degree down bag would pack down to. If you were going to use these and a down jacket together, you'd probably be looking at around 4+ lbs. of weight and all kinds of bulk. If you brought along a 15 degree down bag, you'd be looking at a sleek 2.5 lbs.

There are sleeping bag suits that you can wear made by a British company. Here's a link to their website.

http://www.lippiselkbag.co.uk/

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Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Down Jacket - Men's

June 2, 2009

I have both the Sub Zero and the Compressor PL. If you want compressible warmth, it will absolutely be the Compressor. It packs down to fit inside 3/4 of a 1L Nalgene bottle, the Sub Zero when packed all the way down is 6"x9". If you do anything active at all besides stand around outside in the Sub Zero, you will literally sweat your balls off no matter how cold it is outside. The Sub is just sickening warm. The Compressor is also extremely warm for how light and thin it is. I would say with a lot of confidence that for it's weight, 15 oz, it is the warmest jacket of it's kind out there. Primaloft really is superior in warmth to Mountain Hardwear's synthetic insulation Thermic Micro. The material used with the Compressor is highly, highly wind resistant. Highly. The material used with the Sub Zero is very tough for a down jacket. Both will last you at least 3 years with significant wear. My Compressor has survived at thruhike of the AT and it's still in very good shape. Mountain Hardwear is just a great company.

Bottom Line: The Sub Zero will keep you HOT in Sub Zero weather. Truly. The Compressor will keep you WARM in sub 20's.

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The North Face Terra 40 Backpack - 2450cu in

June 2, 2009

It does exist and it's known as The North Face Solaris 40. Here's a link to it on Backcountry.com.

http://www.backcountry.com/store/TNF2015/The-North-Face-Solaris-40-Pack-2450cu-in.html

It meets your 30-40L capacity, is hydration system ready, has mesh side pockets that can hold 1L water bottles, a 3 pocket system that houses your wet stuff in the bottom, a main compartment w/ side access. It doesn't have a lid, but has instead an outer pocket on the main body that can house your smaller items. It has a hip belt so you can go the distance and it also lacks a molded frame sheet which would hinder you folding this backpack up and stuffing it in your kayak.

This thing is really nice, and I have actually been wondering if something what you are asking for existed for a while now. It's nice to know it does!

Namaste

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Deuter Aircontact 55+10 Backpack - 3350cu in

June 2, 2009

The 50 uses Ripstop 210 fabric and the 55 uses Ripstop 330. Also, the hipbelt and suspension on the 50 supports a max pack weight of 40 lbs whereas the 55 can support a max pack weight of 55 lbs. A heavier suspension is used on the 55 vs the 50 and the 55 uses heavier more durable material and fabric.

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The North Face VE 25 Tent 3-Person 4-Season

June 2, 2009

Only on the actual tent there are vents which you can close or open by way of a zipper. The fly is completely closed to strengthen the structure for high winds, snowpile, or driving rains.

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The North Face Minibus 33 Tent 3-Person 3-Season

June 2, 2009

Big Agnes makes better lightweight tents than North Face, period. The Copper Spur is 3 lbs. lighter and gives you an extra 2 square feet of space inside. The Minibus has a bigger vestibule and 4.5 inches more of headroom. It just comes down to preference on your part, do you want a 7lb house in the Minibus or do you want an ultralight 3 person tent in the Copper Spur? If weight isn't an option, you'll have a home away from home with the Minibus. If weight is a hindrance, the Copper Spur.

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Under Armour UA Proximo T-Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's

June 2, 2009

For those activities I would look for something more form fitting and a little thicker. The reason I would go thicker is because when you're hiking or canyoneering you'll be warm and by being in a wet environment you'll want a more substantial material that will act as a wet suit in a way. It will retain the sweat, rain, water but by your body warmth, it will keep that water warm, and you warm. Just make sure to have a dry piece ready because if you stop, you will get very cold when your body heat dissipates and you're soaking wet.

You are in the right ball field though by looking at polyester, that is the best material for keeping you warm while wet.

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MontBell Ultralight Thermawrap Vest - Men's

June 2, 2009

No, it would be slightly colder because down will always be warmer than synthetic material. The only perk this vest would give you is the security in knowing that if you were wet, this vest would keep you warm whereas the ultralight down vest would not.

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MontBell Ultralight Wind Vest - Men's

June 2, 2009

It is an interesting material actually. Imagine garbage bag dexterity and flex consistency and the toughness of 15 denier nylon weave melded together. It should do fine worn shirtless.

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Patagonia Super Cali Pant - Women's

June 2, 2009

The biggest problem of shopping online is not being able to try things on before you buy them. I have several pairs of pants by Patagonia and they run large it seems for men, and if you have a pair of pants that also run large, it seems to be a trend of theirs. I've had Backcountry pay to ship things back that do not fit when I order two different sizes of the same item, I don't see why they wouldn't do it for you too!

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Marmot Twilight 2-Person Tent w/ Footprint and Gear Loft

June 2, 2009

The Hubba Hubba would be more waterproof. Everything is seam sealed and the bathtub floor would keep you dry if you pitched this thing in a shallow creek. The ventilation is outstanding. If you get this and you ever wake up wet in the morning, come find me and I'll give you the money you spent to buy this tent. MSR dominates Marmot in the tent realm. Always has, always will.

I would like to say that this tent is nice, but it outweighs the Hubba Hubba by 2 lbs. You make the call.

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The North Face Ice Down Jacket - Men's

June 2, 2009

So you are 5'9" and 216 lbs. I'd go with the XL because you have a broad chest and probably an athletic build. The Large might be a hair restricting through the chest. Cheers.

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AT Proven

Granite Gear Air Compressor Compression Sack

Granite Gear Air Compressor Compression Sack

Rating for this product: 5 June 1, 2009

I took three of these XS compression sacks with me on my thruhike and in one I kept all my clothes, in another my MSR Hubba including the footprint, and in the last my Horse Thief Big Agnes sleeping bag. Surprisingly waterproof as my bag was soaked on more than one occasion. These things are bombproof and never threatened a blow out. I used the hell out of them and they are still super strong and seem as new as when I first got them. Recommend to everyone.

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MSR Denali Evo Ascent Snowshoe

June 1, 2009

I agree with Bryan on his weight assessment and recommending the bigger tailed Denalis, but your question was the EVO vs. the Lighting Ascent and I'd go Lightning. Here's why: Instead of buying a tail at all, size up from the standard 22" to the 30" and lose the worry of having that tail clip off and making things awkward for you. The Lightning is the bomb, dude. It digs deep on all sides for maximum grip, although it is .2 inches narrower than the EVO, the single piece aluminum crampon is tooooough and allows a more symmetrical step. Both have the Televator but it's been my experience that a lighter shoe is better for steep inclines, and that's once again the Lightning.

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CamelBak Racebak Hydration Jersey - Women's

June 1, 2009

For cycling this would be great because you wouldn't experience the jostling that accompanies running. I've seen this before on a runner and they were constantly tugging the front of their jersey back down from around their neck because the water reservoir on their back was starting to sag down and pull the front of the jersey up. It would also be nice on your ride if you put in alot of ice. Very invigorating and core cooling.

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Could be rated for colder

Big Agnes Insulated Air Core Sleeping Pad - Mummy

Big Agnes Insulated Air Core Sleeping Pad - Mummy

Rating for this product: 5 June 1, 2009

Prep and thruhiked with this pad in 0 degF cold and kept warm throughout the night. The cut is ample enough for a broad shouldered hiker and this thing fits magically into the BA Horse Thief for your summer bag. I used the regular and I am 5'10" 190 and this thing was perfect for my frame. I blew it up and used it every night for 135 nights. I wouldn't put any Tyvek underneath while sleeping in the shelters on the AT because the material is super tough and definitely not slippery which is good for keeping your bag on top. I will never use another sleeping pad because this thing has everything right. One problem a lot of thruhikers have is not being able to readjust to sleeping in a bed for almost a month because our bodies got so used to sleeping on hard surfaces. I had no problem readjusting because this felt like I was on a bed every night I was out there. Sleep is super important for your body and mind when you are trying to recharge day after day of long 20 milers, this gave me sound and nourishing rest every night. I didn't mind the 5 minutes it took to blow up because I knew what kind of comfort I was getting ready to enjoy. A fantastic airpad that weighs nothing and gives you a great nights sleep.

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Patagonia Footwear Kenosha Shoe - Women's

June 1, 2009

They do come in size 11. Check it, check it, check it out.

http://www.patagonia.com/web/us/product/womens-kenosha-shoe?p=79628-0-241

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Restop Commode

June 1, 2009

All of you are mistaken!! This 5 gallon bucket has a story behind it. The plastic is flown in from the plastic fields of Italy's Sardinian Coast. It is then smelted together by a magical African Shaman and the paint which comprises the RESTOP graphic and verbage underneath this mythical and wise 5 gallon bucket is the coagulated blood from a virgin boar captured in deepest dark of the Peoples Republic of the Congo. Because of all the time and effort it takes to orchestrate such a production, they feel that this $117.45 is a meager price to pay for such a lavish and comfortable conversation piece whilst in the backwoods.

Maybe if they built up the price that way, you wouldn't feel so bad about buying a FU**ING 5 GALLON BUCKET FOR A BENJI!!

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Vasque Clarion GTX Hiking Boot - Men's

June 1, 2009

Because of Backcountry's great warranty, you can order them and see if they work. Break them in, hike a few hundred miles in them, and if you decide they aren't for you, send them back and get a full refund.

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Helly Hansen Seattle Packable Jacket - Women's

June 1, 2009

Refer to the sizing chart above for chest measurements in inches. But it would depend on the weight of the fleece. I'd think anything under a 200 weight fleece would be fine, but something 300 plus could get a little chubby. The arms look long only because this jacket isn't a parka cut. It's more athletic by being hip length and in turn gives you a greater range of motion for active activities.

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Deuter ACT Lite 50+10 Backpack - 3050cu in

June 1, 2009

Diver, it comes down to how much you're going to be carrying, how long you'll be carrying, and what weather you expect. Firstly, how much you carry with both packs is important because if overloaded the pack will never fit you correctly and the straps will slip and you will be readjusting two times for every one step you take. It's no fun and even though I wasn't overloaded, the Deuter slipped the straps way too much. Two pals thruhiked the AT with the Atmos and loved it because of all the features it had including the mesh panel on the back which kept the actual backpack from making too much contact with their back so they would stay cool in the hot hot months. If you are going a long distance, you will shed packweight and want something small and manageable, which in this case, is the Atmos. If this pack made it through the AT, did well in the hot, hot heat, and is lighter than the Deuter, I think the answer is obvious which one you should choose. I personally still haven't gotten over a 3-day hike in which I had to readjust my Deuter pack 10 times every mile. The Atmos is also tougher, that Cordura is the bomb.

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Osprey Packs Atmos 50 Backpack - 2800-3200cu in

June 1, 2009

Diver, it comes down to how much you're going to be carrying, how long you'll be carrying, and what weather you expect. Firstly, how much you carry with both packs is important because if overloaded the pack will never fit you correctly and the straps will slip and you will be readjusting two times for every one step you take. It's no fun and even though I wasn't overloaded, the Deuter slipped the straps way too much. Two pals thruhiked the AT with the Atmos and loved it because of all the features it had including the mesh panel on the back which kept the actual backpack from making too much contact with their back so they would stay cool in the hot hot months. If you are going a long distance, you will shed packweight and want something small and manageable, which in this case, is the Atmos. If this pack made it through the AT, did well in the hot, hot heat, and is lighter than the Deuter, I think the answer is obvious which one you should choose. I personally still haven't gotten over a 3-day hike in which I had to readjust my Deuter pack 10 times every mile. The Atmos is also tougher, that Cordura is the bomb.

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MontBell U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #2 Sleeping Bag: 25 Degree Down

June 1, 2009

If the 5'10" is accurate, why wouldn't the 6'4" be also? In the very worst situation you get it and it doesn't work you ship it back and get your money refunded. My thruhiking buddy had the long and when he would dry it out over a door the bag looked monstrously long. This leads me to believe that this will work for you just great.

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Best Summer Bag Ever

Big Agnes Horse Thief Sleeping Bag:  35 Degree Down

Big Agnes Horse Thief Sleeping Bag: 35 Degree Down

Rating for this product: 5 June 1, 2009

Everything about this bag is magnificent. The weight, the packability, the warmth it offers, the fact that you can slide your sleeping pad into the back of it and never roll off your pad again is amazing!! I used to wake up every time I'd roll over because I'd fall off my pad and be on the hard ground. With this bag was the first time I got a full nights sleep. It gives you enough room to roll around and even get into a semi fetus position. Big Agnes makes some sick gear and with this is just another tick on the tally of their accomplishments.

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Big Agnes Horse Thief Sleeping Bag: 35 Degree Down

June 1, 2009

I have this bag and I absolutely love it. It is hoodless but the airpad, make sure it is mummy cut of course, goes all the way to the top of the bag. I am 5'10" and the regular comes 2" above my head. There is a built in pillow case near the top so you can stuff a jacket into it for your pillow. Most importantly!!! There is no down underneath you where your pad goes so only the top portion of this bag is insulated. I used the BA Primaloft insulated aircore for this bag and together it's good like Batman & Robin. Because of the Primaloft, it insulates you from your body's warmth. I've used this bag in 30 degree weather and it kept me warm.

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The North Face Overhaul 40 Travel Pack - 2450cu in

June 1, 2009

It holds 17" laptops or smaller. Here's the link to TNF's webpage with that info.

http://www.thenorthface.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=10514&storeId=207&catalogId=10201&langId=-1&from=subCat&parent_category_rn=11748&variationId=001

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Merrell Legacy Hiking Boot - Men's

June 1, 2009

Merrell usually runs wide. Best advice, order them and if it doesn't work out, ship them back for your refund.

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Marmot Power Stretch Half-Zip Fleece Jacket - Men's

Marmot Power Stretch Half-Zip Fleece Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 June 1, 2009

This is a great layering piece. The Polartec material in this is super warm and cozy. The 4-way stretch that it offers is superb. I usually wear this with a light wicking baselayer underneath and my MHW WindStopper vest if it's pretty nippy outside (20's-30's) and I'm going a long way. It isn't the most packable piece, down or a synthetic like Primaloft would offer more warmth and pack down smaller, but if space isn't a worry then this is the piece I will go with.

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Not true to size

Mountain Hardwear Palisade Short - Men's

Mountain Hardwear Palisade Short - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 June 1, 2009

I ordered a 34 because that's what I wear, right? They fit me like a 32. I sized up and my girlfriend saw I was wearing a size 36 waist and immediately quit baking me cookies. Get your sizes right Mountain Hardwear so I can get my girlfriend back in the kitchen. Other than them not having the right sizes, seriously though they aren't, the shorts are aight. They wrinkle pretty easy so make sure you've a steamer handy if you go a travelin often. Other than that, these shorts have belt loops and they don't come past your knees. Skaters, beware.

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Eh, alright...

Mountain Hardwear Talus Pant - Men's

Mountain Hardwear Talus Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 3 June 1, 2009

Not too impressed and here's why. I usually melt when it comes to MH, they make it happen, but for some reason this pant just was pretty blase. I wear a 34x30 so these were long because it seems no outdoor company wants to make a good hiking pant that gives an inseam option to the customer so the fit is better. That just irks me, and that's part of the reason for the 3 star rating. The material used is neat and super water resistant and windproof. Great. There are no stitched seams, instead everything is glued, so when the glue failed me and I had to do a field repair with some sewing floss, I immediately looked like a homeless person because of the distinct stitching pattern that is now on my pants. I lived in these pants on the AT and they would be washed every week, but for everyday I didn't wash them they continued to get baggier and baggier. By the time laundry day came around I had on M.C. Hammer pants. They wouldn't compress down into any of the pockets that adorn the sides of the legs. They were just good weather resistant pants to hike in that were too long and baggy by weeks end.

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The North Face Apex Bionic Jacket - Men's

June 1, 2009

No softshell is completely waterproof and the Apex is no exception. Water will get through and the garment and it will be very heavy once water logged. Waterproofness could be rated as 3.8 out of 5 stars and the breathability of this jacket could be rated as a 3 out of 5 stars. It would be lovely to have pitzips so one can better regulate their core temperature while going to the limit. Apex is a very nice bargain buy for the technology you're getting, but as per usual, better things are out there. (clears throat and coughs; Mountain Hardwear Alchemy)

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The North Face Apex Bionic Jacket - Men's

June 1, 2009

I've noticed it, and I'm with you. 'Tis a bit big through the body.

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Classic

The North Face Denali Fleece Jacket - Men's

The North Face Denali Fleece Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 June 1, 2009

Wear it to the kegger and then to class the next morning. A great insulating layer, but when worn as a jacket the wind bites right through it. I gave it 4 stars because of all the products TNF has now with WindStopper and this jacket being a flagstone of their product line, it only makes sense to solve the wind problem by offering a Denali WindStopper edition. C'mon TNF, get it right for Winter 2009.

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Reliable

Petzl Spirit Carabiner

Petzl Spirit Carabiner

Rating for this product: 5 June 1, 2009

I've used this biner for years and it's held up like a champion. After 5 years, it still works like it's supposed to and it clicks closed as strong as it did the first day I bought it. I think this is one of the best all around quickdraw biners out there. There are lighter options but if you're doing a short sport route and just need a reliable biner, take about a bakers dozen with ya.

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La Sportiva Glacier EVO Mountaineering Boot - Men's

May 31, 2009

Steve Tibbitts answered "There are a few differences. First off the EVO is a heavier duty boot made for more of a range from heavy backpacking, glacier travel to mountaineering. It does have a little bit more advanced lacing system with a locking mechanism. The sole is just a little grippier on the EVO for ice or glacier travel. Also the EVO has a 3/4 shank where the other has just a 1/2 shank. One thing I do like better about the regular glaciers is that they are using Perwanger leather which I'm a huge fan of. Both are great boots. Just a little different in a few areas.Hope that helps."

For Rainier in July, I'd think the EVO would be best.

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AKU Spider Kevlar GTX Boot - Men's

May 31, 2009

I am a huge fan of La Sportiva for two reasons; they have great customer service and every single product they make oozes with quality craftsmanship. I think that the Nepal, with the large rubber rand, would stand up much better to the scree fields on your approach and the straightforward build of the boot would offer a more secure fitting for your crampons. I've always loved the fit of La Sportiva and their minimal break in times. I am guilty of not knowing much about this boot and wish I knew more so I could discuss it with you. One last advantage the Nepal may offer is the boot's Impact Braking System which decreases foot fatigue on long downhills and uphills. I took the Halite which also employs the IBS on my thruhike of the AT and had great results with it.

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Arc'teryx Stinger Jacket - Men's - DO NOT USE

May 31, 2009

It would function as a very tough rain/wind shell for the spring/summer months. If you get too hot, it has pit zips to vent with. As this has no insulation it shouldn't be too hot to wear, but there are always lighter weight options. Just think of this jacket as an extra strength condom, you won't even notice the weather you're in while you have it on.

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MontBell Extremely Light Down Jacket - Men's

MontBell Extremely Light Down Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

Super light, unnaturally warm, durable, windproof, packs down to a softball. This jacket is just retarted.

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Thanks to Primaloft

The North Face Redpoint Insulated Jacket - Men's

The North Face Redpoint Insulated Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

It is a great jacket because of one reason... Primaloft. The cut is blah, there are no pit zips, price is fine. It's just a whatever looking jacket. The reason this thing gets 5 stars is because Primaloft is so so warm for how light and compressible a material it is. There are things lighter, but this jacket does do a nice job for what it is.

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Pata's version of PreCip

Patagonia Rain Shadow Jacket - Women's

Patagonia Rain Shadow Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

Great jacket. My GF has this and we've pitted them both against each other to see which is better, because we are dorks and have too much time on our hands, and they fared equally. This is 12oz and the PreCip is 13oz, so they weigh almost the same. The cut is similar to the PreCip. etc.,etc. Great jacket, but for the price, get an, I don't know, PreCip.

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La Sportiva Halite GTX Hiking Boot - Men's

May 30, 2009

Well, I hiked it and my pack was 30 lbs. They were great, offered awesome support, but my foot spread out from all the miles so I had to get another boot. These were perfect though for the AT and I give them my blessing.

But...

At the end of it all I was in trail runners and wish I had been the entire time. Go trail runners!

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La Sportiva Halite GTX Hiking Boot - Men's

May 30, 2009

No way. I have wide feet and it gave me the worst blister I've ever had in my life on my pinky toe. The toe box is pretty narrow and every step would grind my toes together. It was pain at it's finest. They are a great boot though. It was completely my fault and I still give them 5 stars.

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AT Proven

Salomon Trail Runner Zip Tech T-Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Salomon Trail Runner Zip Tech T-Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

Wore it everyday while on the AT and this thing did great. The zippered chest allowed me to show off my chest hair and catch a nice breeze. It was lightweight, never chafed under weight of backpack straps, and kept me cool and dry. Loved this thing. There is also a picture of a bearded man with the white tee shirt on, slightly unzipped. What a dashing fellow.

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Not the lightest, but...

GSI Outdoor Bugaboo Griddle

GSI Outdoor Bugaboo Griddle

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

I've used this while car camping and over bbq standing pits and it's worked swimmingly. Wouldn't take this camping bc of the weight. Grease melts off your meats and filters to the sides nicely. The nonstick surface is durable and feels really quality. This is also great for tailgating. Bon Appetit.

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Standard

Snow Peak Trek Titanium Bowl

Snow Peak Trek Titanium Bowl

Rating for this product: 4 May 30, 2009

Use it as a dog bowl at home and while camping. bought two of them and they are light and tough and take up little room. really just a standard bowl, but super light because of the titanium.

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Snow Peak Trek Titanium Bowl

Snow Peak Trek Titanium Bowl

Rating for this product: 4 May 30, 2009

Use it as a dog bowl at home and while camping. bought two of them and they are light and tough and take up little room. really just a standard bowl, but super light because of the titanium.

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It's Pancake Time

MSR Alpine Folding Utensils

MSR Alpine Folding Utensils

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

We made some hefty pancakes with this on more than one occasion. It holds up great to high heats, cleans fast, protects nonstick cookware, and feels very reliable and strong. It is light and low profile so the weight conscious but luxury minded camper can enjoy themselves by having faith in their cook gear.

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Tough

Granite Gear Water Bucket - 2 Gallons

Granite Gear Water Bucket - 2 Gallons

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

For communal camping trips, it was great to know you had a hanging bag of clean filtered water around for the night and for coffee in the morning. We used this a lot on car camping trips and it made things much easier and so much more relaxing by not having to go to the water source every couple hours. Tough straps can hang on anything, sturdy enough to be full and stand alone. It's like a packable bucket. Great idea, GG.

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my morning savior

MSR Mugmate Coffee/Tea Reusable Filter

MSR Mugmate Coffee/Tea Reusable Filter

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

used it every morning out on the trail. works like a charm and to get the most out of your coffee grounds, press down with your spork to really squeeze that oil out of your beans. small and lightweight, stored right inside my mug. made many a rainy morning tolerable by having a piping cup o joe.

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Backcountry.com Long Handled Spoon

Backcountry.com Long Handled Spoon

Rating for this product: 4 May 30, 2009

great for stirring thick meals or a lot of rice. doubles as a serving spoon. Lightweight, low profile, handy.

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Nice Piece

GSI Outdoor Cutting Board

GSI Outdoor Cutting Board

Rating for this product: 4 May 30, 2009

Nice to have with you if you are doing a lot of food prep. Saved me for cutting up Ramp, potatoes, and carrots to put into a stew. that meal would've have a lot more dirt in it if it werent for this board.

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Wow

MSR Reactor Stove

MSR Reactor Stove

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

This was the fastest boil time I've ever seen. The build and design is flawless. The weight is standard for something like this where reliability and performance are must haves. I would take this above any 14K environment and feel safe.

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Must Have

Mountain Hardwear Windstopper Micro Dome Beanie

Mountain Hardwear Windstopper Micro Dome Beanie

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

When you know that you lose nearly all your body heat through your head, you've got to have something good to keep it in when the temps are dropping. Head, this is Micro Dome w/ WindStopper. Micro Dome, this is Head.
I cannot express with enough satisfaction my adoration for this beanie. It's lightweight, keeps you warm when it's wet, and you do NOT feel the biting, cold, wintry winds whilst wearing it. I slept in it every cold night out on the AT and every morning I would wake up alive. Get one.

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Arc'teryx Rho SL Crew - Men's

May 30, 2009

What you'll hear from Arc'teryx enthusiasts is, it's construction and material make it so worth the price. What you'll hear from someone who has used this, capilene, merino wool, etc. is, nah...just another baselayer, dude. But you'll look really cool in it because it has the dead bird logo right between your tits.

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Quiksilver Zenith T-Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

May 30, 2009

I've noticed that Quiksilver is usually true to size. It fitting slim depends on how much pectoralis majoris you have.

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Pearl Izumi Peak XC Trail Running Shoes - Men's

May 30, 2009

My local gear guy uses these and has been super happy about their performance. The support holds up throughout the life, only because the life isn't that long. He said he used them strictly for trail running through Cherokee Park, which is mild terrain at best, and after two purchases averaged them to have a 450 mile lifetime.

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CW-X Core Support Short - Men's

May 30, 2009

yes. chafe, i've noticed, comes from seam placement and how high or low the actual leg is. there are no seams in high rub, high friction areas and the material can glide back and forth over and over again without fraying. in fact, that's what this material is meant to do. these are good.

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Great Concept, mediocre results

Hydro Photon SteriPEN Adventurer Handheld Ultraviolet Water Purifier

Hydro Photon SteriPEN Adventurer Handheld Ultraviolet Water Purifier

Rating for this product: 3 May 30, 2009

My buddy took this with him on the AT and every water source I went to, he went as well. So every time I'd pump, he'd Steripen and for every 5 times we'd filter water, he'd have to use my Hiker Pro 2 times because the Steripen just wouldn't work. He would follow the directions to a T, hell he's an engineer for Lockheed, he did it right. It just wouldn't work. So, I gave it a 3 out of 5 stars because for every 3 times out of 5, it worked.

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Love of my Life

Granite Gear Vapor Trail Backpack - 3300-3900cu in

Granite Gear Vapor Trail Backpack - 3300-3900cu in

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

When you are going a super long distance and you have the option to resupply every few days, water is plentiful and all you need to carry is a change of clothes, raingear, Tarptent, Aquamira, food, and a toothbrush, filed down of course to save weight, you carry it all in this baby. This thing is tough, light, and really comfortable to carry all day everyday. I vouch for it and push it to anyone wanting to hike the AT. Amazing product by GG.

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Granite Gear Vapor Trail Backpack - 3300-3900cu in

May 30, 2009

Why would anyone want to hike the AT without this as their backpack?

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Granite Gear Vapor Trail Backpack - 3300-3900cu in

May 30, 2009

This is the only pack you should take with you on the AT...everything else is overkill. Once you are about a month in, your pack weight is sub 30's with three days of food and 1.5 liters of water. You have only the necessities you need to survive and this pack carries it comfortably. Trust me, I hiked the AT and this thing is peeeeerfect.

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AT Proven

Backcountry.com Titanium Pot w/ Lid - 700ml

Backcountry.com Titanium Pot w/ Lid - 700ml

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

Used it every time I needed to drink some hot cocoa, coffee, boil water...so everyday. I kept my Etowah Outfitters alcohol stove and windscreen and bic lighter inside. Nice and tough. Offers a great setup with an alcohol stove and windscreen. I love how light and compact it is and it boils the perfect amount of water for your dinner if you are going solo. It is literally the perfect setup. Also, the bandanna was the way to grab the handles off the heat and I second that they cool off in 30 seconds or less. Never noticed the lid get hot unless it was over heat for way too long.

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Marmot PreCip Jacket - Men's

Marmot PreCip Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

Rain gear will only keep you dry for so long until your sweat soaks you. While hiking over the cold and exposed ridges in the sideways rain, this kept me warm. It is waterproof, but you will get wet in it if you are outside all day, everyday. I looked at this jacket as a way of staying warm and wet. It is lightweight, has great big pit zips, stuffs down to nothing, and the hood does a good job at keeping your heat in when it's really blowing and raining hard. Kept me from getting hypothermia while in the mountains...I owe it my life. 5 stars.

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Marmot PreCip Pant - Men's

Marmot PreCip Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 May 30, 2009

They took up nearly no space in my pack. They are very, very durable. There were many times I'd fall on my ass, scrape against rocks, cake them in mud, walk through 4-5 days of rain. They are good to go for the long haul. They were decent at blocking wind, were great for surviving driving rains, and kept me warm when completely soaked. They did everything they said they did so I gave them 5 stars.

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La Sportiva Makalu Mountaineering Boot - Men's

May 30, 2009

If you're going to the summit, buy a half size up and bring liners and wool socks for insulation. It's doable. These boots will require some break in time and the best way to get these comfortable on your feet in as little time as possible is by completely soaking them and walking them dry. They will last you for years, a buddy of mine has had his Makalu's for 4 years and they are still going strong.

What do you plan to do on Rainier? Hike it's circumference? Summit? You answer helps give an idea of whether or not this would be something for you.

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Columbia Packus Ridge Omni-Tech Hiking Boot - Men's

May 30, 2009

Well there are a couple of things you should also address. Where will you be hiking, meaning terrain and climate. How hot do you expect it to be, how wet, dry, steep, etc.

I've noticed waterproof boots are great for cold weather, but not so much for hot. In the warm months I like using lightweight super quick drying boots so I can walk through creeks and enjoy cooling off, then hiking them dry. Go for something with light mesh uppers and a medium weight rubber sole. To be specific, Keen makes a good boot that offers no break in time, is lightweight and quick drying, but their craftsmanship is crap. Be ready to only put in about 300 miles for their boots before they fall apart on you. I took the Keen Voyageur on the AT with me and had to replace them after only 400 miles, and the customer service they offered was shite. I did like that I didn't need to break them in though. This is neither here nor there though.

Best advice, go for something light and fast drying. I just use trail runners now though, even in the mountains, even while hiking with a 40lb load on my back. I think trail runners are the way to go.

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Merrell Chameleon II Leather Mid Waterproof Boot - Men's

May 30, 2009

Yo Dave. Go to the top of the page, select your size and click add to cart. Go to checkout, enter your info, and press submit order. Because your order is over $50, you can get free shipping. You'll get your shoes in about 10 business days.

and if you just need the converted size from size 8UK to your 'American' size, you wear a size 10.

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Arc'teryx Trident Softshell Jacket - Men's

May 30, 2009

Let me answer your question, with a question. In what aspects are you needing a comparison? How does it fit? Which material is better? What's the difference in temperature ratings? What's the best environment to wear this in?

C'mon and specify, brah.

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Sessions Tumbler Jacket - Men's

May 30, 2009

Yes, it will do fine in below zero temps. Especially if you are riding and keeping your blood moving. You'll probably get hot in this thing which is why they gave it pit zips. Nice touch, Sessions.

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