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Chad Boyer

Camper/Hiker // Backpacker // Mountain Biker

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    As a proud resident of the Pacific Northwest, I do my best to both appreciate and explore the beautiful natural environments just "outside my backdoor". This is an extremely amazing part of the country I simply love being out in it.

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Gregory Pack

Gregory Pack

Gregory Z65 Backpack - 3600-4332cu in

October 3, 2009

Abercrombie Mtn., Washington State

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Mt. Spokane

Mt. Spokane

The North Face Apex Bionic Jacket - Men's

July 8, 2009

Great for a cold evening hike in the mtns.

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Around town in the fall

Around town in the fall

The North Face Apex Bionic Jacket - Men's

July 8, 2009

Great jacket for every day use.

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Midweight 1/4 zip

SmartWool Midweight 1/4-Zip Top - Long-Sleeve - Men's

SmartWool Midweight 1/4-Zip Top - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 November 2, 2009

I haven't sweated it up on a backcountry hike yet in this shirt, but it has proved itself in the cold weather around town. It's a great layering piece under my jackets and has proved to be quite warm. Plus it fits so well (5'11", 165 - size M) I often forget it's even there. The sleeve length is perfect and doesn't stick out of my long sleeve shirts. This has begun to prove itself to be my "go to" base layer in the winter. Pretty good for my first Smart Wool piece!

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Good fit

The North Face Khumbu Fleece Vest - Women's

The North Face Khumbu Fleece Vest - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 October 10, 2009

I got this for my fiance. She is slender and tall. It fit her perfectly! She loves the look and the fact that it doesn't flare out in the back. Yet another high qaulity NF product! I have yet to find something I don't like about the NF.

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The North Face Apex Pneumatic Jacket - Men's

September 15, 2009

Does this jacket have any core venting ability? Something like pit zips for instance.

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Does the trick

Gregory Z65 Backpack - 3600-4332cu in

Gregory Z65 Backpack - 3600-4332cu in

Rating for this product: 4 August 23, 2009

I needed a better fitting bag and found this blue wonder to be just the ticket. I mainly hike long days or one nighters and am not the most lightweight gear guy around so this sized pack does the trick. I'm still getting used to the airflow back. Towards the end of a long day my lower back starts to hurt with about 25 pounds in there. I just need to adjust it a little and I get through well.

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Yes Please!

Backcountry.com Merino Crew Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Backcountry.com Merino Crew Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 July 11, 2009

I have done nothing but love this shirt. I hike and run in it and have yet to be let down by it's features. The thumb holes fit well and it keeps me cool. The merino feels amazing against your skin. This is the best base layer I own!

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Good in the heat

Backcountry.com Merino Crew Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Backcountry.com Merino Crew Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 July 11, 2009

Another good BC.com product. I've been mainly using mine hiking in the summer heat. It has performed well so far. The fabric seems thin but wicks well and I don't stick at the end of the trail so the guys don't complain. I would avoid machine drying though. One of mine shrunk a little. Overall, well done.

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I swear by the Bionic!

The North Face Apex Bionic Jacket - Men's

The North Face Apex Bionic Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 July 8, 2009

This jacket stands up to the North Face standard for quality and durability. I use the Bionic on cold fall hikes as well as cruzing around town in the winter. It performs well in both environments. And for the price this one can't be beat. Great soft shell!!

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The North Face Apex Pneumatic Jacket - Men's

July 7, 2009

I have both jackets. One Pneumatic and two Bionic. The Pneumatic is much lighter. It provides more flexability and range of motion while the Bionic is much more insulated and intended for weather protection. I primarily use the Pneumatic for running in the spring and fall here in the Northwest.

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Sierra Designs Sirius 2 Tent 2-Person 3-Season

June 23, 2009

Is there a rain fly available for this tent that offers a fully enclosed option?

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Simple but worth it

Sierra Designs Sirius 2 Tent 2-Person 3-Season

Sierra Designs Sirius 2 Tent 2-Person 3-Season

Rating for this product: 4 June 23, 2009

Simple design with an easy set up. What more can you ask for? This is my first backpacking tent and it is light and functional. I feel the construction is of good quality and when I've used it backpacking it seems to do the job well. My only little issue is that the fly does not fully enclose. All in all I like this little guy.

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Not the best

Garmin eTrex Legend H

Garmin eTrex Legend H

Rating for this product: 3 June 23, 2009

I'll be honest. I got this as a gift. I was expecting a different brand/model. This unit gets the job done but isn't very powerful. The controls are mainly built for left handed use which can be helpful for right handed people like myself to keep my dominent hand free, however, working the functions can get a little annoying and slow because of it. My hiking buddy has a Magellan and to put it simply... I am very jealous.

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Garmin eTrex Legend H

June 23, 2009

There are some great maps of the Pacific Northwest and National Parks of the West in particular that are quite detailed available for purchase on the Garmin website. They can be pretty expensive on the Garmin website however. I'd try finding an alternate site or an outfitter like REI to buy one for a lot less.

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My new best friend

Backcountry.com Siphon Street Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt - Men’s

Backcountry.com Siphon Street Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt - Men’s

Rating for this product: 5 June 13, 2009

This jacket lives up to the BC.com name. Well built and completely comfortable. I've been wearing it ever since I snagged it on SAC. Two little complaints: The pits ride a little tight but not annoyingly so and the neck is a bit high for everyday use but is nice in cold weather. This is my new favorite jacket. Maybe not worth the full price but at a discount I would recommend it to anyone!

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Nice bag

KEEN Alameda 15 Laptop Bag

KEEN Alameda 15 Laptop Bag

Rating for this product: 4 June 13, 2009

I believe I have the 17inch version but I love this bag! It really can hold a lot of gear whether I'm using it as an overnight bag or toting the laptop. It can get a bit heavy with my laptop and power cord in it. Overall this is a well built bag.

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Good Baselayer

The North Face XTC Midweight 1/4 Zip Pullover - Men's

The North Face XTC Midweight 1/4 Zip Pullover - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 March 30, 2009

The Midweight is proving itself to be quite a good baselayer. It doesn't feel too bulky or too heavy and I like how it moves with my body while my pack is on. The sizing feels a little loose in my arms. I'm 5'11" 170 lbs and the medium is great in the body but just a touch loose through the arms. I guess I just need to bulk up a bit! ;) Overall the Midweight has worked well for me so far.

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Great Midweight Jacket

The North Face Pluto Hill Zip Mock Pullover - Men's

The North Face Pluto Hill Zip Mock Pullover - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 March 2, 2009

I wasn't sure how "midweight" this jacket was going to be. I had tried one on at The North Face store in Boise a while back but couldn't remember quite how it felt. Now that I finally have one, I love it! It is a perfect layering piece for cold Pacific Northwest hikes (under my NF Bionic jacket) or great on it's own on a warmer day. The monkey thumb holes fit well and provide good warmth for my hands. A cinch cord at the waist might be helpful but I haven't had a need for it yet. The DWR coating is very helpful on misty mornings also. This is good one. I strongly recommend it.

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Apex Half Zip

The North Face Apex Zip Shirt Jacket - Men's

The North Face Apex Zip Shirt Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 February 18, 2009

Good light jacket. I wear in running and stay comfortably warm. It allows a full range of movements. Works well as a layering piece under my Apex Bionic jacket. It is not an insulated base layer like I originally thought but works very well as a wind stop while running. The side hip pocket hold keys or my iPod well. However there is no headphone hole into the inside of the jacket which would be a nice feature. Overall a good light jacket.

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