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Sea To Summit 100% Premium Silk Sleeping Bag Liner

5 days ago

This doesn't but Cocoon makes a silk liner with a zipper, I don't believe BC carries it. You want the Cocoon Silk Coupler system.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DX8NLQ or
http://www.amazon.com/Cocoon-RipStop-TravelSleepSystem-TravelSheet-Coupler/dp/B001DX8NLQ

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Nalgene SS BPA-Free Bottle - 38oz

5 days ago

Compatible with:
The Splashguard
The Gription
All Wide-mouth water filters and accessories

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Coleman Denali Expedition Stove

October 31, 2009

Thanks Jeff, I have a few MSR stoves and lots of MSR\primus\sigg bottles, thought I could reuse em. Do you think plumbing thread tape would solve the problem and allow me to use my own bottles?

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Coleman Fyrestorm Ti Multi-Fuel Stove

October 31, 2009

Thanks Jeff, I have a few MSR stoves and lots of MSR\primus\sigg bottles, thought I could reuse em. Do you think plumbing thread tape would solve the problem and allow me to use my own bottles?

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Coleman Fyrestorm Ti Multi-Fuel Stove

October 30, 2009

Anyone know if the pump fits in a standard MSR bottle?

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Coleman Denali Expedition Stove

October 30, 2009

Anyone know if the pump fits in a standard MSR bottle?

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Nalgene SS BPA-Free Bottle - 38oz

October 30, 2009

the 38oz bottle is actually the same size physically as the 32oz plastic nalgene bottles, the extra capacity is due to the metal bottle being substantially thinner and the fact that the capacity is measured to the brim whereas the plastic bottles capacity is measured quite a bit lower.

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Big Agnes Summit Park Sleeping Bag: 15 Degree Down

October 15, 2009

The above guy obviously didn't read this page. Yes it should fit you fine since this IS a park series bag (says so in the title).

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Backcountry.com Titanium Pot w/ Lid - 700ml

October 11, 2009

not a chance in hell, the dragonfly is quite large. You need something around 7.5-8" in diameter for the dragonfly stove.

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Snow Peak Trek 700 Titanium Cooker

October 11, 2009

yes it comes with a sack, the sack is designed to also accommodate an additional fuel canister on TOP of the lid.

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Snow Peak Trek 700 Titanium Cooker

October 11, 2009

MSR canisters are wider, but you can use almost any OTHER type of canister (snowpeak, jetboil, coleman, e.t.c.)

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Eureka E! Power Pak

June 10, 2009

Actually this has a DC outlet as well, at least the ones I looked at did.

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Eureka E! Power Pak

June 10, 2009

You may want a larger unit, check auto shops like auto zone or strauss for a large jump pack that has a built in AC converter, Home depot also has many models as well. See what the Ah draw is of your cpap machine and get a battery pack that has at least that amount.

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Eureka E! Power Pak

June 10, 2009

You may want a larger unit, check auto shops like auto zone or strauss for a large jump pack that has a built in AC converter, Home depot also has many models as well. See what the Ah draw is of your cpap machine and get a battery pack that has at least that amount.

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MSR Groundhog Tent Stake Kit

June 10, 2009

In sand tie the rope in the center of the peg and bury the pegs tightly in the sand lengthwise (make a T shape with the rope and stake) and they'll work wonderfully

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MSR Alpine Stowaway Pots

June 9, 2009

No these do not nest. I'd recommend getting the largest size you need and fill it with whatever other bowls, plates, utensils and cooking gear you want and lock them in.

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MSR Alpine Stowaway Pots

June 9, 2009

Don't listen to Anus, these pots do NOT nest.

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The North Face Stake Set 10

May 20, 2009

They weight roughly .6-7 of an ounce per, making ten weigh in at 6-7oz, not sure how cory's weighed in an over a lb.

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GoLite Adjustable Pole

May 20, 2009

Whats the minimum length of the pole and what is the collapsed or pack length?

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Exped SynMat Sleeping Pad

Exped SynMat Sleeping Pad

Rating for this product: 5 May 14, 2009

This is the best pad I own and I have a few. I didn't like the external pump of my downmat and switched to the synmat. You lose a tiny bit of R value but unless you're on top of everest you won't miss those extra 2 R value points. NOTE: the new downmats are available with an integrated pump, this is because I bought 2 synmat 9DLX pads and exped likes to tease me.

What you lose in insulation compared to the downmat you gain in an integrated pump, which works great (those who hate it aren't doing it right) and you also save roughly $60 in price.

I've used this pad in some VERY cold temps with just a light summer weight sleeping bag and remained comfy all night long.

Not many pads allow you to drop it in the snow and take a nap in just a long sleeved shirt.

Oh, this will keep you VERY warm, it's like adding 20 degrees to your sleeping bag, keep this in mind when packing for a trip, you can use a lighter weight sleeping bag when combined with this pad.

This is the lightest and smallest packed fully insulated 3 or 3.5" sleeping pad out there.

Oh and the 26" model fits perfectly into a Big Agnes park series sleeping bag.

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Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow

Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow

Rating for this product: 5 May 13, 2009

For ages when camping with my gf I would use her as a pillow. She was warm and soft. She was never comfortable though, maybe I have a big head.

So I buy this awesome pillow (in large, for my big head) and its oh so comfy. I also bought a warm sleeping pad.

Now I no longer force her into a snuggle in order to keep from freezing, I am quite content on the other side of the tent snuggled into my own little ball.

However, I can hear her gazing at me with evil eyes with crossed arms contemplating various methods of exterminating me throughout the night. So even though this pillow is super comfy I now can't get a wink of sleep for fear of being slaughtered dare I catch some shuteye. It's a real mess.

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Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow

Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow

Rating for this product: 5 May 13, 2009

For ages when camping with my gf I would use her as a pillow. She was warm and soft. She was never comfortable though, maybe I have a big head.

So I buy this awesome pillow (in large, for my big head) and its oh so comfy. I also bought a warm sleeping pad.

Now I no longer force her into a snuggle in order to keep from freezing, I am quite content on the other side of the tent snuggled into my own little ball.

However, I can hear her gazing at me with evil eyes with crossed arms contemplating various methods of exterminating me throughout the night. So even though this pillow is super comfy I now can't get a wink of sleep for fear of being slaughtered dare I catch some shuteye. It's a real mess.

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Great bag...if you're thin

The North Face Allegheny Bx Sleeping Bag: 40 Degree Rectangular Synthetic

The North Face Allegheny Bx Sleeping Bag: 40 Degree Rectangular Synthetic

Rating for this product: 5 May 13, 2009

I loved the muted dark green of the bag and my primary concern at the time was packed size. This packs down to a nice 7x12 (a lot less with a proper compression sack).

One thing I didn't check was the girth, since it was ME who failed to check I can't fault the bag with a lower rating like the other guy did.

I slept like a baby who was nicely tucked in and was nice and warm down to roughly 35-45 degrees wearing just a t-shirt and flannel pajamas while backyard camping at various friends homes during a long motorcycle road trip.

I ended up giving the sleeping bag away and bought one that was a full 36" wide because I like to move around while I sleep.

If you're a thin guy this bag would make a great summer time bag for you. I don't care for the bright colors of the 2009 model personally.

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A great bag

Mountain Hardwear Flip 25/40 Sleeping Bag: 25-40 Degree

Mountain Hardwear Flip 25/40 Sleeping Bag: 25-40 Degree

Rating for this product: 5 May 13, 2009

There aren't too many multi temp bags out there, I only know of 3, which is sad because it really is an excellent concept, especially for those traveling through different climates.

I've used this through many a summer night, one awesome thing about the bag is that the non full length zipper side has roughly 24" worth of zipper so you can open it up and flip the top of the bag off yourself when it's warm. It also allows a shorter person to use the bag and make sure their feet are in the footbox during the winter.

It does pack a little big and thick but I'm not carrying this on my back.

The semi rectangular shape and design gives you just enough snugness for the cold while still offering the wiggleroom of a rectangular bag.

I've also used this bag in some serious winter conditions (read the answer to another customers question below) and was I not only comfy but I was HOT and had to open up the zippers on both side and push most of the bag off my chest.

If they only made another dual temp bag in either down or a lighter synthetic insulation, perhaps in say 0\25 degrees.....

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Mountain Hardwear Flip 25/40 Sleeping Bag: 25-40 Degree

May 13, 2009

I own quite a few of these bags but I just can't tell and no where is it written which side the 40 degree side is and which side the 20 degree side is. I can't even tell any difference in the loft of each side. I still love this bag, just curious.

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Mountain Hardwear Flip 25/40 Sleeping Bag: 25-40 Degree

May 13, 2009

3 days up in the mountains of PA during November. It rained for 3 days straight and in the mornings there were 8" icycles hanging off my motorcycle. The overnight low was roughly 0 degrees.

I slept with the 40 degree side up (I think, is the red side up the 40 degree side?) on an exped synmat 9DLX inside a Walrus tent. I was just wearing a long sleeve t-shirt (it was cotton, I know I know)but I was wearing insulated pants and a beanie on my head, I was actually hot all those nights....

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

May 13, 2009

If you're dead set on this bag then you can do a few things. Cinch the lower baffle closed. If that does not help another trick is to fill a nalgene bottle with boiling water and toss it in the foot area, your feet will be nice and warm all night. You can also toss a couple of toe or hand warmers down there.

Also, to keep you feet warm wear a hat and to keep your head warm wear merino wool socks.

If you can look at other sleeping bags perhaps a child size bag will work for you? I have a few female friends roughly your size and shorter and I got them children sized (but name brand) sleeping bags. OR I let them use my Mountain Hardwear flip which has about 24" of zipper on the non full length zipper side, thus effectively making the bag shorter. Not many sleeping bags have this feature, so you might also want to look into ones that do.

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Coleman Pocket Bowl

May 13, 2009

collapsible bowls aren't great for pets, they always seem to make it collapse while eating or drinking. I would just use something else for your little buddy.

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GSI Outdoor Halulite Ring Cultlery - 3 Piece

May 13, 2009

I'm fairly certain its a word GSI made up for their hard anodized aluminum cookware and utensils. If you look up halulite the only things that return are GSI products.

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GSI Outdoor Glacier Bottle Cup/Pot - 18fl oz

May 13, 2009

The first two guys are giving opinions. this cup is perfectly safe to use in a fire. Just make sure its a small fire otherwise you may need gloves or a pot lifter to remove it.

I have one of these cups on my stovetop and I use it to boil water everyday.

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GSI Outdoor Glacier Bottle Cup/Pot - 18fl oz

May 13, 2009

no, you're thinking of the olicamp space saver cup\mug, which is the same exact cup except it has the measure markings up to 16oz. To the rim of the cup its 18oz

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GSI Outdoor Pinnacle Dualist Cookset

May 13, 2009

drop the lids in first and put one bowl\cup combo upside down and you can fit more in the set. Or fit small stuff in each separate bowl.

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Backcountry.com Klean Kanteen Powder-Coated Bottle - 40oz

May 12, 2009

Get the cheaper Stainless bottle if you plan on stickering it up.

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Backcountry.com Goat Klean Kanteen - 40 oz

May 12, 2009

Hippie, don't listen to Shane. This bottle does NOT have a plastic coating inside. You can absolutely boil water in it. If the stickers are on top and you're boiling on a small stove and not in a fire the stickers should be fine.

Shane, don't answer questions when you don't actually know the answer, all it does is confuse people. The description even says its good for boiling water!

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Backcountry.com Goat Klean Kanteen - 40 oz

May 12, 2009

Hippie, don't listen to Shane. This bottle does NOT have a plastic coating inside. You can absolutely boil water in it. If the stickers are on top and you're boiling on a small stove and not in a fire the stickers should be fine.

Shane, don't answer questions when you don't actually know the answer, all it does is confuse people. The description even says its good for boiling water!

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Awesome

CamelBak Better Bottle Hands Free Adapter

CamelBak Better Bottle Hands Free Adapter

Rating for this product: 5 May 12, 2009

I keep a bottle in my tankbag on my motorcycle and have the tube come out of a little hole and clip to the side of the bag. It's a little too short which forces me to have to lean down a bit so I can only drink at red lights or when in non trafficy areas like riding straight on the highway, other than that it's great.

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CamelBak Better Bottle w/ Bite Valve - .5L

May 12, 2009

anyone know what the diameter is of the bottom of the bottle?

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MSR Talon Pot Handle

May 12, 2009

Will this grab a pot and stay connected or does it require being held in order to hold onto the pot?

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Backcountry.com Titanium Cookset - 700ml Pot /Spork

May 12, 2009

Angus, I think he was asking if the cup will fit the bottom of a nalgene bottle and stay put, like this. http://www.kachie.com/ebay/GSI-Stainless-Steel-Cup.JPG

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Makes a great bed table also

GSI Outdoor Macro Table

GSI Outdoor Macro Table

Rating for this product: 5 May 7, 2009

I first bought one of these in order to use it as a bed table with the possibility of sometimes bringing it to campouts. It works great as a bed tray and is the perfect height to accompany a pair of Kermit chairs around the campfire or under the vestibule.

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