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Derek Klein

Camper/Hiker // Climber // Backpacker // Sport Climber

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    Chattanooga, Tennessee
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    I love the outdoors. I enjoy getting into the mountains and climbing with good friends.

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The North Face Superlight Sleeping Bag: 0 Degree Down

October 30, 2009

It's really up to you. All the specs pretty much line up. I'm a huge Marmot fan and think their gear is better quality made. The never summer is really comfortable.

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Excellent Bag

Marmot Never Summer Sleeping Bag: 0 Degree Down

Marmot Never Summer Sleeping Bag: 0 Degree Down

Rating for this product: 4 October 30, 2009

One of the best ones Marmot makes in my opinion. I'm a pretty warm sleeper and this is perfect for nights in the single digits. If you are pushing 6' go for the long, it will be much more comfortable.

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Sea To Summit eVent Compression Dry Sack

October 14, 2009

I would go with the small. I've been able to stuff a 2 man tent in the medium.

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Be ready to go

Mountain House Chili Mac w/ Beef - 2 Serving Entrée

Mountain House Chili Mac w/ Beef - 2 Serving Entrée

Rating for this product: 1 August 16, 2009

This is a great tasting meal, but it will upset your stomach. It upset mine and on another trip upset my friends. Not a good situation to be several miles in on a long hike and come down with an upset stomach. Not recommended at all

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Good shirt

Marmot Humboldt Polo Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Marmot Humboldt Polo Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 August 16, 2009

This shirt fits a bit big. But other than that its great. Good material and it is pretty comfortable.

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Packs small

Marmot Pounder Sleeping Bag: 40 Degree Synthetic

Marmot Pounder Sleeping Bag: 40 Degree Synthetic

Rating for this product: 4 August 5, 2009

This bag packs really small. You can fit the regular in a nalgene bottle. It is great for summer camping and can keep you warm on a chilly summer night. I love the primaloft, it awesome.

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Suunto S-Lander Altimeter Watch

August 2, 2009

It's rated to go 100ft which is 30m. I swim with my vector and have not had any problems. I wouldn't push the max, but 5m it should be okay.

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good for hiking

SmartWool Hiking Medium Crew Sock

SmartWool Hiking Medium Crew Sock

Rating for this product: 4 July 30, 2009

Great to take along on a long hiking trip. They are a great fit and keep your feet warm on the colder weather trips. Can't really go wrong with these

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Like having the kitchen outside

MSR Alpine Folding Utensils

MSR Alpine Folding Utensils

Rating for this product: 4 July 29, 2009

They are great for cooking fast and lite. They don't weigh a thing and are pretty sturdy.

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Super small

MSR Pocket Rocket Stove

MSR Pocket Rocket Stove

Rating for this product: 4 July 29, 2009

A good stove. Super small but really only good for boiling water. It puts out a really small flame but it takes up no space and its super cheap as far as stoves go.

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Great sock

SmartWool Hiking Light Crew Sock

SmartWool Hiking Light Crew Sock

Rating for this product: 3 July 29, 2009

Great quality and are pretty tough. Its best to wash them before the first wear they tend to shed a lot of fuzz. They become a bit uncomfortable if your feet get sweaty.

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SmartWool Hiking Light Crew Sock

July 29, 2009

These aren't liners they are regular socks. Just not as thick as the other more of a warm weather sock.

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Keeps your pack clean

Sea To Summit Ultra-Sil Pack Liners

Sea To Summit Ultra-Sil Pack Liners

Rating for this product: 4 July 25, 2009

Good and durable pack liner. Its good to have extra protection to keep your gear dry. It seems the sizes listed are the amount it can hold once sealed up. But over pretty good fit for most packs.

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Best dry sac out there

SealLine Black Canyon Dry Bag

SealLine Black Canyon Dry Bag

Rating for this product: 4 July 25, 2009

I love SealLine. They make such great quality gear. This bag is a bit think but its super durable. Throw your gear inside to keep everything dry. You could also use it as a pack liner to keep things dry inside, like in case you fall during a river crossing and you pack dips under water. Its super strong and durable, great product.

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Keeps your rope neat

Metolius Ropemaster Bag - 1224cu in

Metolius Ropemaster Bag - 1224cu in

Rating for this product: 4 July 23, 2009

This bag is pretty good. Good design and material. Its fits my 60m rope very well. It allows you to keep your rope out of the dirt and has two loops for tying the ends of your rope to for keeping it from tangling when in the bag. Love the window for seeing what rope is in there.

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Great survival knife

Gerber Big Rock Camp Knife

Gerber Big Rock Camp Knife

Rating for this product: 4 July 23, 2009

I love this thing. Its got a solid design with the stainless all the way through the handle. Its super sharp and holds a pretty good sharp blade with regular usage. Its great to have along when in the backcountry.

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Keep your valuables safe

NRS Pelican Micro Cases

NRS Pelican Micro Cases

Rating for this product: 4 July 23, 2009

This case will keep your wallet, camera, phone, ipod, keys, and whatever will fit dry, safe, and secure. I love it. The hardshell design and o-ring lid will allow it to be submerged and keep everything safe. Dry bags will not allow this luxury. Its strong and will protect whats inside from a beating when carried in your pack.

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Awesome

MSR Titan Titanium Tool Spoon

MSR Titan Titanium Tool Spoon

Rating for this product: 4 July 22, 2009

Great sized spoon. Good and strong and it doubles as a tool for doing maintenance on your MSR stove. Great to have in the backcountry cause you never know what could happen.

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Amazing

MSR Reactor Stove

MSR Reactor Stove

Rating for this product: 5 July 17, 2009

Boils water faster than you can blink. Amazing quality and performance. The heat transfer to the pot will blow your mind and wind can't touch this system. A little pricey but its the best out there.

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Amazing

Petzl Corax Harness - Men's

Petzl Corax Harness - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 July 17, 2009

This harness is a great fit. Why? Cause its adjustable in every way. I love the two buckles on the waist. You can center up your belay point perfectly on your waist. The leg loops are pretty comfy too and I love that they are adjustable. I wish the gear loops were a big bigger though.

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Great quality

Petzl Sama Harness - Men's

Petzl Sama Harness - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 July 17, 2009

This is a great harness. Anything Petzl makes is really good. The waist is fairly comfortable and its a pretty good fit. I'm not a fan of the fixed leg loops, but this one isn't bad. It may ride up a little depending on your leg size.

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Good pot

MSR Alpine Stowaway Pots

MSR Alpine Stowaway Pots

Rating for this product: 3 July 16, 2009

Its ok. I love that the handle flips over the lid and holds it in place. Good for boiling water but that's about it. Food sticks really easy to these and to the bottom if it gets too hot.

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Great

Marmot Midweight Crew - Men's

Marmot Midweight Crew - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 July 16, 2009

Great fit, great material, great all around. Plan on this doing the trick when your out in the cold. Marmot has the best fit and feel of all the baselayers in my opinion.

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Not that great

Patagonia Wool 2 Zip Neck Top - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Patagonia Wool 2 Zip Neck Top - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 2 July 16, 2009

Wore this winter backpacking in single digit temps and it did ok. But the fit is way loose for a base layer. Probably should drop a size down. Plus the zip neck is crap. It feels weird next to the skin on your neck and you feel the cold zipper all the time. Plus the collar is way to high. Better off going with the crew. Its really thin too.

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Keeps the cold out

Marmot Midweight Bottom - Men's

Marmot Midweight Bottom - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 July 16, 2009

Wore these winter backpacking in single digit temps and they kept my legs warm. Very comfortable and great fit. The top goes really well with these too. Same fit and fabric.

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Great shoe

Five Ten Gambit Climbing Shoe - Men's

Five Ten Gambit Climbing Shoe - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 July 16, 2009

Good all around climbing shoe. They run a bit smaller in size, so about half a size down from your normal should be good. They are a bit uncomfortable at first and take some getting used to. But the quality make and stealth onyxx are awesome. They grip supper well. My only complaint is that I wish the the toe part of the shoe wasn't so angled. It makes you toes a bit crammed.

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Keep the water off

Nikwax Nubuck & Suede Spray-On Footwear Treatment

Nikwax Nubuck & Suede Spray-On Footwear Treatment

Rating for this product: 4 July 16, 2009

I used this on my Gore-tex Merrells and it made them look like new again. Helps restore the water resistance of the fabric and cleans them up too.

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Love it

Gerber Fast Draw Knife

Gerber Fast Draw Knife

Rating for this product: 5 July 16, 2009

I can always be the first with my knife drawn. Its absolutely perfect except for the pocket clip. It bends easy if you get it caught on anything. Had to straighten mine with some pliers several times. I wish they would revamp the clip design.

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Take it along

Gerber Camp Axe

Gerber Camp Axe

Rating for this product: 4 July 16, 2009

This axe is super lightweight considering its size. The handle is strong and the blade is super sharp. Slipped cutting a log and nicked myself. But it works great and good to have when out camping.

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Good for about anything

Sea To Summit Compression Sack

Sea To Summit Compression Sack

Rating for this product: 4 July 16, 2009

I use this to carry my marmot 2 person tent in. It stuffs really small and saves space in your pack. The nylon/cordura is great and does repel water but is not water proof. So don't dunk it in water.

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Good fit

Therm-a-Rest Prolite Plus Stuff Sack

Therm-a-Rest Prolite Plus Stuff Sack

Rating for this product: 4 July 16, 2009

It helps keep you pad rolled up and protected in your pack. I'm glad the prolite plus rolls up this small.

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Keeps your pack clean

Sea To Summit Trash Dry Sack

Sea To Summit Trash Dry Sack

Rating for this product: 5 July 16, 2009

Great to take to store food in and keep wrappers in one place. Perfect for hanging in the tree to keep the bears out its waterproof so the dew and rain won't soak your food. The best choice for food storage cause it rolls up however small you need it.

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Great fit

Therm-a-Rest Trail Stuff Sack

Therm-a-Rest Trail Stuff Sack

Rating for this product: 4 July 16, 2009

This sack is perfect for the trail sleeping pad. Good fit and it keeps you pad safe and rolled up when in transit.

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Great to have

Petzl Tikka Plus Headlamp

Petzl Tikka Plus Headlamp

Rating for this product: 5 July 16, 2009

This light is great to have when out camping or moving at night. Its pretty bright for its size and lasts a good while. Starts to dim once the batteries are getting low. Used it caving and it worked great. Its small and lightweight so there is no excuse for bringing it on every excursion.

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Top notch

Deuter Futura Zero 40 Backpack - 2450cu in

Deuter Futura Zero 40 Backpack - 2450cu in

Rating for this product: 5 July 16, 2009

This pack is super comfy and is a great fit. The quality of the material is amazing. It has full hydro hook ups and the front kangaroo pouch is great for gear you need to get to quick. I use it to haul all my climbing gear in and everything fits with room to spare. Awesome

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Perfect

Metolius Super Chalk Sock

Metolius Super Chalk Sock

Rating for this product: 5 July 15, 2009

Gives you the right amount of chalk and no clumps in mid climb. Plus its a little cleaner than loose chalk. There is not as much dust that gets everywhere. This is the only chalk I will ever use.

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Great fit

Suunto Vector Strap Kit - Black Fabric

Suunto Vector Strap Kit - Black Fabric

Rating for this product: 4 July 15, 2009

I always wanted to get a strap that fit better than the stock one. This one is great, good construction and sturdy. The only downfall is that its a bit stiff when new. Gonna have to wear it a while and loosen up the velcro.

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Gets the job done

Marmot PreCip Jacket - Men's

Marmot PreCip Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 July 13, 2009

This is a great rain jacket. And yes "rain jacket" not a monsoon jacket or a winter gore-tex shell like some people have complained about. You can look at the price and see that. But for normal rain this will keep you dry. The fit is really good and sleeves are perfect length. Great to pack and take along in case a rain pops up.

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They run big

Marmot Mesita Shirt - Short Sleeve - Men's

Marmot Mesita Shirt - Short Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 2 July 11, 2009

I'm sure its a great shirt. I'm a huge Marmot fan, but all their clothes run big. I don't understand. Got this shirt in Medium and its the same size as my large T-shirts. Fits well in the chest and shoulders but the sleeves are too long. I'm gonna send mine back and try something else.

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Super safe

Katadyn Hiker Water Microfilter

Katadyn Hiker Water Microfilter

Rating for this product: 4 July 7, 2009

Ive always been weary of drinking water in the back country, but with this filter you are safe. I filtered out of a waterfall pool that people and dogs swam in and had no problem. The water actually tasted good. The only time I wouldn't trust this filter is if there was a dead animal in the water. Took this up on the AT in winter and the hose froze and busted. Been the only problem I have had. Called Katadyn and they sent new hoses and filter bag in a flash.

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A little small

Arc'teryx C50p Chalk Bag

Arc'teryx C50p Chalk Bag

Rating for this product: 4 July 7, 2009

This is a great bag, but if you have big hands you may have a problem getting your hand down in the chalk. The bag is a little smaller than most others I have seen, but it is a great bag and I haven't had a problem with mine.

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What more could you say

Black Diamond Quicksilver Quickpack Quickdraws

Black Diamond Quicksilver Quickpack Quickdraws

Rating for this product: 4 July 7, 2009

These are lightweight and super strong. Probably one of the most used and heard of draws on the market.

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Best belay device on the market

Petzl Reverso 3 Belay and Rappel Device

Petzl Reverso 3 Belay and Rappel Device

Rating for this product: 5 July 7, 2009

Ive tried them all and been belayed by them all and this is the best. The rope is so smooth going through the reverso and never jams up. Once you pull it in to lock it down the rope never slips. Awesome!

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Size and Strength

Black Diamond Mini Pearabiner Screwgate

Black Diamond Mini Pearabiner Screwgate

Rating for this product: 4 July 7, 2009

These locking biners are perfect for belay and repelling. They are strong and leave you plenty of room to work with. Some people are surprised of how big they are but I think they are perfect, plenty of room.

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Wish they were a little longer

Black Diamond Dynex Sewn Runners

Black Diamond Dynex Sewn Runners

Rating for this product: 4 July 6, 2009

These slings are great. Two will hold my weight with no problem and they don't stretch with tension. I wish they made some at about the 90cm length.

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Great watch

Suunto Vector Altimeter Watch

Suunto Vector Altimeter Watch

Rating for this product: 4 July 6, 2009

Awesome watch. Really lightweight and fits well. An aftermarket watch band will make it fit better though. Pretty accurate on everything except altimeter. Mine worked well to about 7,000 feet, and was only about 20 feet off. Plus it wasn't calibrated. But other than that it rocks. Plus Mark Wahlberg work this watch in Shooter.

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Get what you pay for

Therm-a-Rest Trail Sleeping Pad

Therm-a-Rest Trail Sleeping Pad

Rating for this product: 3 June 6, 2009

This pad isn't expensive compared to the other therm-a-rest so you get what you pay for. If you are looking for the most comfort, this one is not for you. Its great backpacking cause its lite and packs really small compared to other pads. But it could be a little thicker.

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Tough Pants

Marmot Scree Softshell Pant - Men's

Marmot Scree Softshell Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 October 17, 2008

They are super comfortable and fit great. Wore them rock climbing and was worried about them tearing, but I took a good fall and didn't even scratch them.

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