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Jeff Gerhard

Mountaineer // Boulderer // Hiker // Camper // Backpacker // Snowshoer // Climber

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    Timberline, CO
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    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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Great Pants for Aerobic Winter Activities

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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"

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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Summit of Mt. Lady Washington

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

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

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

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

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

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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Bowl of good eats @ camp

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

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

Lower Lake Creek Camp

MSR Fuel Bottles DO NOT USE

November 30, 2008

Fortunately we got here before the outfitters.

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Camp 2 on Lake Creek

Camp 2 on Lake Creek

Therm-a-Rest LuxuryCamp Sleeping Pad

November 29, 2008

Above Emerald Lake in the Weminuche.

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Broken Hand Peak Summit

Broken Hand Peak Summit

Marmot PreCip Jacket - Men's

November 27, 2008

14,197ft Crestone Needle is in the background.

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Horn Creek Camp

Horn Creek Camp

Western Mountaineering UltraLite Sleeping Bag: 20 Degree Down DO NOT USE

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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High Quality & State-of-the Art Snowshoes

Crescent Moon Gold 10 Backcountry Snowshoe

Crescent Moon Gold 10 Backcountry Snowshoe

Rating for this product: 5 5 days ago

I used these snowshoes this past week-end @ Tennessee Pass, Colorado on fine powder surface snow, one to three feet deep, on previously packed down trails. The flotation was very good even when I got off trail where the snow was not packed down. I've experienced post holing with all snowshoes, occurring to a certain degree, no matter what manufacturer & all sizes were consistent with each other. The Crescent Moon Gold 10 Backcountry Snowshoes gave me the best flotation of all due in part to the wider head where the most force is exerted & tapering down to a narrower heel creating a "teardrop" shape. This design created problems for me @ first until I learned how to walk in them. I'm coming from Redfeathers that, to me, have a more natural stride where the inside edges are consistent from front to back & don't flair out like the CM's. Needless to say, the upper quadriceps got quite a workout on our first day out. The next day was was much better since I now threw my heels out slightly to compensate. The SPL claw binding distributes tension equally around your foot to provide a good fit. Your boot fits snugly inside the formed toe box & secures tightly with quick release, single pull neoprene straps on top & a cam lock quick release heel strap.

All things considered, these are very good snowshoes with their TIG welded, powder coated frame, TGS deck, & state-of-the-art binding system. I'm sure I'll get many good years of snowshoeing adventurers with the Crescent Moon Gold 10's on my feet.

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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-Accessories.html

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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-UltraLight-Compression-Sack/ODR0468M.html

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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-Gravity-Filter-System/CAS0453M.html

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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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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/katadynshopconnect/katadyn-water-filters-ultralight-series-products/katadyn-microbottle-blue/

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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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