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Jeff Gerhard
Mountaineer // Boulderer // Hiker // Camper // Backpacker // Snowshoer // Climber
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Bio:
Most of my free time is spent in the Colorado High Country, Sangres in New Mexico, High Uintas in Utah, & anywhere else at or above timberline.
Enjoying the outdoors to the fullest is my mantra & passion.
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Jeff Gerhard's Climbing In The San Juans
Created November 10, 2009
A great week of third & fourth class climbing in the beautiful San Juan Mountains of southwest Colorado
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Jeff Gerhard's Snowshoeing Up Pine Creek
Created November 11, 2009
A wonderful week-end of snowshoeing in the Sawatch range
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Outdoor Research Crocodiles...
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MSR Fuel Bottles
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Platypus Platy Bottle
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GoLite Ion Backpack - 1500c...
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Marmot PreCip Jacket - Men'...
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Snow Peak Mini Solo Combo T...
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Jeff Gerhard's Summer Sangre de Cristo Backpack
Created November 10, 2009
Eight mile backpack into a timberline lake with a lightweight load.
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Therm-a-Rest Prolite Plus 4...
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Platypus Platy Bottle
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Western Mountaineering Ultr...
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Mountain Hardwear Dome Peri...
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Gerber L.S.T. Knife
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MSR Titan Titanium Kettle
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Mountain House Scrambled Eg...
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GSI Outdoor Cutting Board
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Primus EasyLight Lantern
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AlpineAire Potatoes and Che...
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Coleman F1 Ultralight Stove
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Great Pants for Aerobic Winter Activities
Marmot PreCip Full Zip Pant - Men's
February 1, 2010
These full-zip, lightweight pants keep you dry & are very easy to put on.
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Long Handle Spoon
Sea To Summit Long Titanium Spoon
December 7, 2009
This long handle spoon literally gets to the bottom of things!
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Cup/Mug Lid #3
Snow Peak Titanium Double Wall Cup 450
December 7, 2009
Lid profile showing correct position for sitting on top of cup. Also notice the mushroom shaped, wooden pull knob handle with painted green top.
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Cup/Mug Lid #2
Snow Peak Titanium Double Wall Cup 450
December 7, 2009
Lid & handle reversed showing head of wood screw.
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Cup/Mug Lid #1
Snow Peak Titanium Double Wall Cup 450
December 7, 2009
This is a small, metal tea pot lid with drilled out, wooden pull knob handle.
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A Renewed Down Jacket
Nikwax Down Wash
October 15, 2009
You should have seen what it looked like before I washed it!
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Stuffed GG Air-Pair
Granite Gear Air-Pair Stuff Sack
October 2, 2009
Stuffed small size Air-Pair with room to spare.
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Small Size GG Air-Pair Stuff Sack
Granite Gear Air-Pair Stuff Sack
October 2, 2009
First aid kit contents on the left & survival kit contents on the right.
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Box says "MADE IN FRANCE"
Coleman F1 Ultralight Stove
September 24, 2009
Click on photo to zoom-in.
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Modified "Cleanstream" in Use
Platypus Cleanstream Gravity Filter System
September 22, 2009
I've been using this set-up all season & have found it the easiest to use.
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Svea 123R Parts List
Optimus Svea Stove
September 2, 2009
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Svea 123R
Optimus Svea Stove
September 2, 2009
Exploded view of the "self-cleaning" Svea 123R.
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Timberline Camp in Cloverdale Basin
Big Agnes Emerald Mountain SL1 Super Light Tent: 1-person 3-Season
September 1, 2009
The Emerald Mountain SL1 is right @ home in this timberline meadow.
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Great Winter Stove
Primus OmniFuel Stove
August 18, 2009
Use a flat rock for cooking on snow, not a "Lite Seat!" The "Primus OmniFuel" is very hot & much quieter than other plate burner stoves.
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Kitchen Rock
Platypus Platy Bottle
August 17, 2009
I like the way these "Platy" bottles stand up. Also makes filling a lot easier.
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Ultimate Stove Insulation
Therm-a-Rest Lite Seat Camp Chair
August 17, 2009
One of many uses for the "Lite Seat." Not recommended to use this way but makes an interesting photo.
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Pine River Kitchen
Therm-a-Rest Lite Seat Camp Chair
August 17, 2009
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Summit of Mt. Lady Washington
GoLite Virga Jacket - Men's
August 17, 2009
In front of the "Diamond" on Long's Peak, RMNP, Colorado.
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Medano Lake Camp #2
Big Agnes Emerald Mountain SL1 Super Light Tent: 1-person 3-Season
July 28, 2009
Big Agnes Emerald Mountain SL1 Super Light Tent showing spacious vestibule.
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Medano Lake Camp #1
Big Agnes Emerald Mountain SL1 Super Light Tent: 1-person 3-Season
July 28, 2009
Big Agnes Emerald Mountain SL1 Super Light Tent with rain fly secured.
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GoLite Ion Backpack
GoLite Ion Backpack - 1500cu in
July 28, 2009
GoLite Ion Backpack on 13,340' summit cairn of Mt. Seven (Herard), Colorado.
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Modified Platypus Cleanstream Gravity Filter System #1
Platypus Cleanstream Gravity Filter System
July 28, 2009
You can use this set-up like a controlled water spigot, drawing only what you need @ the time.
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Modified Platypus Cleanstream Gravity Filter System #2
Platypus Cleanstream Gravity Filter System
July 28, 2009
I eliminated the "clean" water bag & saved 3.5 ounces.
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Camp @ Rainbow Hot Springs
Coleman F1 Ultralight Stove
December 2, 2008
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Rainbow Hot Springs Kitchen
Snow Peak Trek Titanium Bowl
December 2, 2008
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Bowl of good eats @ camp
GSI Outdoor Bowl LEX - 6 in
December 1, 2008
This GSI Lexan Bowl will hold an entire two person meal.
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Afternoon Nap @ Moon Lake Camp
Sierra Designs Light Year 1 Tent - 1 Person 3 Season
November 30, 2008
The other tent is a vintage "Sierra West Skylight." It employs a roll-up front & rear rain fly.
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Lower Lake Creek Camp
MSR Fuel Bottles DO NOT USE
November 30, 2008
Fortunately we got here before the outfitters.
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Dry Creek Camp
GoLite Odyssey Expedition Pack - 5500-5800 cu in
November 29, 2008
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Chicken & Dumplings @ Camp
GSI Outdoor Lexan Teaspoon
November 29, 2008
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Camp 2 on Lake Creek
Therm-a-Rest LuxuryCamp Sleeping Pad
November 29, 2008
Above Emerald Lake in the Weminuche.
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Lake of the Clouds Camp
Snow Peak Titanium Single Wall Cup 450
November 28, 2008
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Pine Creek Camp
Big Agnes Seedhouse SL1 Super Light Tent: 1-Person 3-Season
November 28, 2008
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Snoozing in the Seedhouse
Big Agnes Seedhouse SL1 Super Light Tent: 1-Person 3-Season
November 28, 2008
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Breakfast @ 13,235 ft. Camp
Big Agnes Seedhouse SL1 Super Light Tent: 1-Person 3-Season
November 28, 2008
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Broken Hand Peak Summit
Marmot PreCip Jacket - Men's
November 27, 2008
14,197ft Crestone Needle is in the background.
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Lake Creek Bridge
GoLite Odyssey Expedition Pack - 5500-5800 cu in
November 27, 2008
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Weminuche Wilderness Area
GoLite Odyssey Expedition Pack - 5500-5800 cu in
November 27, 2008
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Rio Los Pinos Kitchen
Snow Peak Mini Solo Combo Titanium Cookset
November 27, 2008
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Horn Creek Camp
Western Mountaineering UltraLite Sleeping Bag: 20 Degree Down DO NOT USE
November 27, 2008
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In front of Peters Peak
Patagonia Capilene 2 Zip-Neck - Long-Sleeve - Men's
November 27, 2008
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Camp above Upper Lake Of The Clouds
Optimus Crux Stove
November 27, 2008
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Texas Creek Camp
Therm-a-Rest ProLite 4 Sleeping Pad
November 27, 2008
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Sunlight Basin Camp
Sierra Designs Light Year 1 Tent - 1 Person 3 Season
November 27, 2008
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Summit of Knifepoint
Asolo TPS 520 GV Backpacking Boot - Men's
November 27, 2008
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A Frozen Emerald Lake in RMNP
Outdoor Research Crocodiles Gaiter - Men's
November 27, 2008
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Tea Time on the Pine River Trail
Mountain Hardwear Dome Perignon Beanie
November 27, 2008
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Mt. Marcy Summit
Marmot PreCip Jacket - Men's
November 27, 2008
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Pine Creek Camp
Western Mountaineering Antelope Super DL: 5 Degree Down
November 27, 2008
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Osprey Packs Aether 70 Backpack- 4000-4400cu in
9 hours ago
The Osprey Atmos has waist belt pockets but the Aether series does not.
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Osprey Packs Kestrel 48 Backpack - 2800-2900cu in
1 day ago
Osprey suggests to have a friend measure your back along the spine from the level of your iliac crest (the top of your hipbones) to your C7 (the knobby bone at the base of your neck). Here's all the sizing & fitting information from the manufacturer:
http://www.ospreypacks.com/PackTech/SizingandFitting/
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CRKT M16-14 Titanium Knife
1 day ago
The durable AUS 8 stainless steel blade has a non-reflective, bead blast finish with a dual plain & serrated edge. The steel blade can be field sharpened & to the best of my knowledge, grinds and edges are still all done by hand.
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Victorinox Classic Swiss Army Knife
1 day ago
The fingernail blade/file does indeed have a point on the end of it making it very useful in the back country.
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Therm-a-Rest Trekker Chair
2 days ago
You can use a full length pad with this chair. The seat area is folded in half & tucked into the pocket.
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Redfeather Snowshoes Trek 360 Snowshoe
2 days ago
Since snowboard boots have a higher profile especially the Burton Sabbath, you would have to totally readjust the top straps in order to get the boot as far forward as possible. Then the rear heel strap would have to be maxed out in order for the boot to be snugged down in the binding. A smaller profile, insulated boot would be a much better choice to wear with snowshoes.
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Brunton Flex Canister Stove
2 days ago
The Brunton Flex stove can use any Lindal valve (screw-on) type fuel canister manufactured by Brunton, Coleman, Jetboil, MSR, Optimus, Primus, Snow Peak, etc. These canisters are readily available in the US, Canada, & many parts of Europe.
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Nalgene Narrow Mouth Tritan Bottle - 32oz
3 days ago
The Nalgene Tritan bottles can withstand temperatures from -40 to 212 degrees Fahrenheit. I would allow a little room for expansion like you mentioned.
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Brunton Firestorm Stormproof Lighter
3 days ago
You can find Vector butane @ kitchen supply stores, e.g. Williams-Sonoma or Colibri, Ronson butane etc. @ tobacco shops if you can handle all the second hand smoke within. They all come with an assortment of different adapters to fit any size orifice.
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Primus MicronLantern w/ Self Igniter
3 days ago
This lantern can be adjusted for brightness by turning the black, plastic valve knob on the side either up or down.
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Optimus Svea Stove
3 days ago
"White gas is the name for pure gasoline, without additives. This was commonly used when leaded gas was normal, to prevent fouling in situations where the properties of the tetraethyl lead additive were not required".
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Brunton Raptor Stove
4 days ago
Some canisters do leak a small amount of fuel after being removed from the stove however if you drained the entire canister, it was a defective Lindal valve. If this was the case, notify the the store where you purchased it or manufacturer to receive a replacement or credit.
In the future, tighten the stove to where it stops. This adequately compresses the seal just enough not to allow any leakage.
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Snow Peak GigaPower Two Burner Standard Stove
5 days ago
Personally I don't think it's worth anywhere close to $400. I've had a Coleman 25F for many years that I purchased for $30 that I'm sure works just as good as this Snow Peak stove. If you do purchase it, please give it a thorough review. Perhaps we've all overlooked some small detail!
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Primus OmniFuel Stove w/ ErgoPump & Fuel Bottle
6 days ago
This would be nice but there isn't a one jet for all fuels. This is also the reason they give you different jets for multi-fuel stoves.
The smallest jets #'s 27 & 28 are for kerosene/paraffin. Since kerosene develops most of it's BTU's from pressure, the smaller the jet orifice, the more pressure is produced inside the tank. #35 is for white gas/petrol which develops pressure much more easily, & #45 is for compressed gas canisters which are already pressurized. Therefore you will have to change jet's when changing different fuel types for optimum performance.
Case in point, it will take @ least twice as long to boil water burning white gas using the #27 jet as opposed to using the #35.
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Snow Peak Trek 1400 Titanium Cookset
6 days ago
The Dragonfly does have wider pot supports to accommodate larger pots & pans, approximately 3.5" diameter opening, but the Snow Peak 1400 is 5.5" diameter. The SP Solo @ 4.25" diameter might become a bit "tippy" on this stove.
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Granite Gear Toughsacks
February 2, 2010
The GG #9 Toughsack will work with a regular size, inflatable Therm-a-Rest no thicker than 1.5" which will fit tighter considering the comparable Therm-a-Rest stuff sack is one inch larger in diameter.
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MSR Quick 2 Pot Set
February 1, 2010
The XGK EX will fit nicely inside the 1.5 liter pot.
Make sure to put the stove in a plastic bag or it's stuff sack so as to avoid fuel smells & carbon deposits on the inside of your pot.
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Sea To Summit Seam Sealed Stuff Sack
January 31, 2010
The bottom handle is a piece of webbing attached to the sides of the stuff sack. You can pass a biner, rope, or almost anything else through it, within reason of course.
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Black Diamond Mesa 2-Person 3-Season Tent
January 28, 2010
A solo version of the Black Diamond Mesa is not available @ this time.
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Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Ultra Light Tent: 1-Person 3-Season
January 28, 2010
Lying down you are 75" long. Add another 6" for your bag & you're 81" which still gives you an additional 5" before you are touching the walls. The Fly Creek is certainly long enough. The slightly heavier Seed House is 90" long as compared to the 86" Fly Creek.
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Primus EasyLight Lantern
January 26, 2010
In my opinion, the EasyLight is comparable to a 75/80 watt light bulb & not nearly as bright as a double mantle propane lantern. It does however produce more than enough light to set up a late night camp.
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Kelty Redwing Backpack - 2650-3100cu in
January 25, 2010
Many backpack manufacturers don't make pack covers but there are many other very good one's on the market. Look for one that specifically fits your size pack & is lightweight. Here are some good choices:
http://www.backcountry.com/store/group/100000167/Pack-Access
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Snow Peak Giga Power WG Stove
January 25, 2010
Fuel pump oil found in the MSR expedition service kit works best but don't purchase the kit specifically for the oil unless you have a need for the other parts. Mineral oil will lubricate the pump leather just fine as will petroleum jelly as long as you apply it then remove any excess. Inspect all rubber parts before use for cracks especially o-rings which will eventually deteriorate due to contact with white gas. Check the fuel line from time to time & that's about all the maintenance necessary.
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Outdoor Research Durable Stuff Sack
January 23, 2010
Any size from 10L on up should work just fine for down bags & 15L for synthetics.
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Nikwax Softshell Proof Wash In
January 23, 2010
You can use "Softshell Proof" in an HE washer but use about 25% less product.
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Kelty Yellowstone 4 Tent 4-Person 3-Season
January 22, 2010
Does this tent come with a rain fly?
Yes. It comes with a seam-sealed rain fly.
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The North Face Kilo Sleepingbag: 30 Degree Down
January 19, 2010
The Kilo does not come with a compression stuff sack but it does come with a nylon stuff sack and a nylon/mesh storage sack.
The Granite gear "Air Compressors" work great & so do the Outdoor Research "UltraLights." Here's more information:
http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Outdoor-Research-Ultr
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The North Face VE 25 Tent 3-Person 4-Season
January 18, 2010
As long as you know it has been well cared for, you should be just fine. I have an almost thirty year NF Pole Sleeve Oval & it looks great with about 2.5 times more usage on it. A word to the wise, always consider the unseen enemy, UV damage!
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Therm-a-Rest BaseCamp Sleeping Pad
January 18, 2010
Noise has never been an issue with any Therm-a-Rest pad. The main thing you'll notice is how comfortable they are considering you're sleeping on the ground.
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MSR Autoflow Gravity Filter
January 17, 2010
Your assumption is correct plus any smaller particulate matter will be filtered out. This type of system works great by performing all the filtering automatically. Before you make a decision, check out the Platypus Cleanstream made by the same great Cascade Designs company. It works by the same principle but gives you more options. Here's more information:
http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Platypus-Cleanstream-
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Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite Sleeping Pad
January 17, 2010
Excellent choice for all but the coldest temperature conditions plus good comfort for being only 3/4 inches thick. You'll mostly appreciate the ease of packing by folding rather than deflating & rolling.
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The North Face Re Meow Sleeping Bag: 20 Degree Climashield HL Green
January 16, 2010
This is a very personal & subjective question. I use my 20 degree WM UltraLite in all but the winter months in Colorado. Since it is 850 fill goose down, a good tent takes care of the weather part of your question. This bag might, however, be too lightweight if you're using it primarily in Alaska. In this case a 10 degree bag might be better suited. If you're using your bag for summer desert camping, a 40+ degree bag would work best. The primary use location would dictate the temperature range for me. If you're doing a lot of rain forest camping or camping in high humidity areas, you might want to consider a synthetic fill bag. There are too many considerations/factors involved to dial in on one "do all" sleeping bag.
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MSR SimmerLite Stove
January 11, 2010
The 20oz size fuel bottle will last seven days using your stove four times a day. If you need more fuel, a 30oz size is available. I've found that all brands of white gas work equally as well however I prefer to use Crown brand when I can find it. It is available @ most R.E.I. stores.
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Katadyn Micro Replacement Cartridge
January 7, 2010
Katadyn recommends cartridge replacement after every 100 liters but of course this all depends on the quality of water filtered.
FYI, the best use for this micro filter is on the trail & as an emergency back-up.
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Nikwax Nubuck & Suede Spray-On Footwear Treatment
January 6, 2010
I suppose it's better than having no protection @ all. Sno-Seal or Biwell work best for full-grain leather. Unfortunately bc.com sell neither.
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Primus EtaPower Pot - 1.7L
January 6, 2010
This pot is designed to be used with a stove & since there are no plastic parts involved, it will work over an open fire. I would however suggest an inexpensive, aluminum pot instead. Not as sophisticated, more practical, the same weight, & less $.
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Marmot Arete Sleeping Bag: 40 Degree Down
January 5, 2010
The stuff sack size is 6" x 12" but will pack smaller in a compression stuff sack. This is a good 40 degree lightweight sleeping bag.
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MSR Autoflow Gravity Filter
January 4, 2010
The estimated cartridge life is 1500 liters but this all depends on the quality of water you're filtering. As far as the AT is concerned, I'd take along @ least two extra filter elements especially if you're planning on doing the entire trip in one shot.
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JanSport Big Bear 82 Backpack - 5000cu in
January 4, 2010
Being aluminum, they can be custom bent to fit the curvature of your back. They also fit into a specially designed sleeve to keep them in place.
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MSR SuperFly Stove
January 1, 2010
A 1.5 liter size would work better for two people. The 700ml would involve multiple boilings & there wouldn't be enough room if you had to cook a double meal in your pot.
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MSR SuperFly Stove
December 27, 2009
This stove has both a large burner area & wide pot supports enabling you to use most types of cookware. All you have to do is decide how much you want to spend, which size, & type of material would be most beneficial. I personally like solo titanium cook sets because that's the type of cooking I do, mainly boiling water for food pouches & tea. Check out these options:
http://www.backcountry.com/store/subcat/15/Cookware.html
http://www.montbell.us/products/list.php?cat_id=40
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Primus EasyLight Lantern
December 21, 2009
First of all try very slighty bending the electrode to see if you can get it to spark. It this doesn't work you can purchase a new igniter from Primus if it's the same as the above lantern. This uses an EasyLight #2245, part #730850 & it costs $11.00. Here's their website:
http://www.primuscamping.com/
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Princeton Tec Corona Headlamp
December 21, 2009
The Corona produces 90 lumens on it's brightest setting.
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Marmot Atom Sleeping Bag: 40 Degree Down
December 20, 2009
At the very least you'll need a bivy sack. This sleeping bag by itself would be totally useless in any kind of rain. Considering your usage, I'd choose a bag with a Dryloft/Gore-Tex/GWS shell in combination or even a synthetic. Check these out to compliment this sleeping bag:
http://www.backcountry.com/store/group/216/Bivy-Sacks.html
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Mountain Hardwear Lamina 20 Sleeping Bag: 20 Degree Synthetic
December 19, 2009
Correct, the zippers will mate however I would like to know who gets the Lamina 35? Just remember, in the quest for knowledge, no question is dumb & this is a great place to get answers.
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Primus Express Stove w/ Piezo Ignition
December 16, 2009
Just like all the other canister stoves sold by bc.com, fuel is always a separate option.
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Sea To Summit Mesh Sack
December 16, 2009
I believe when storing your sleeping bag, the bigger the better. This allows the down to be as least compressed as possible.
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Katadyn Micro Microfilter Water Bottle
December 13, 2009
The tested filtration effectiveness for this filter is 0.3 microns. It "Meets EPA standards for removal of Giardia and bacteria. Additional carbon filter reduces chemicals and makes water taste better." Here's more information from the manufacturer:
http://www.katadyn.com/usen/katadyn-products/products/katady
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Big Agnes Emerald Mountain SL2 Super Light Tent: 2-Person 3-Season
December 13, 2009
I've got the EM SL1 version of this tent. It's very easy to pitch, roomy inside for one person with a large vestibule, & extremely stable in most weather situations. Being a three season shelter, my only reservation would be to use it in harsh winter conditions where snow & constant wind might prevail.
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