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Mike Milfer

Skier // Paddler // Snowboarder // Biker // Kayaker // Backpacker // Camper

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    France, Mexico, & The Urban Jungles of Dallas

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Big Agnes Battle Mountain Sleeping Bag: -15 Degree Down/Bamboo

4 days ago

And now for a more comprehensive answer to Mark's question, any 20" wide pad will work in this sleeping bag. Big Agnes even makes one that is 48" long. NOT recommended for winter camping. There's nothing on the bottom. This is the major drawback with this type of sleep system. Also BA pads are heavier than most others. The 78" long pad will give you the most ground coverage but at the cost of weight. The 1.5 x 78" pad weighs 2lbs, 7oz and the 2.0 x 78" pad weighs 2lbs, 14oz. These are more than twice as heavy as other pads with the same R-value. Between you & me dude, I would consider a more versatile system, period, end of answer.

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Coal Andes Beanie

6 days ago

Indeedydo but bring along a balaclava or another head layer just in case your dome gets cold.

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The North Face Jemma Backpack - Women's - 1500cu in

December 9, 2009

It's water resistant Sam. You'll still need to use a pack cover.

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Eagle Creek Maiden Voyage 70L Travel Pack - Women's

December 9, 2009

The cordura material can almost take a bullet and when combined with tough weave makes it darn near impenetrable.

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Exped DownMat Sleeping Pad

December 8, 2009

Wendy, You have a defective rubber gasket and check your pump interface.

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Pacific Outdoor Equipment Peak Oyl Aero Mountain Sleeping Pad - Women's

December 3, 2009

Pac Out's website sucks. Their catalog is in PDF format and they don't publish R-values but this pad is somewhere between 4.5 and 5.0. The rolled dimension is 8in. x 9 in.

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Pacific Outdoor Equipment Ether Thermo 9 Sleeping Pad

December 3, 2009

Air pads only have a minimum R-value. Somewhere less than 1 and for some reason Pac Out doesn't publish R-values anyway.

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Wilderness Systems Pamlico 120 Recreational Kayak

November 25, 2009

Try using a small, grommeted tarp bungeeded down. I've used this system before. Its tight.

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Nikwax Tech Wash / TXD Wash-In Twin Pack

November 24, 2009

Absolutee & soitenly. Old school, new school, it works the same both ways. Gets your wp back and cleans thoroughly. Good stuff for renewing & rebreathing. I use once a year religiously.

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Petzl Ultra Headlamp

November 23, 2009

It adjusts over the helmet & attaches by using special clips. For the price it should include a round trip plane ticket to pick it up.

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Solio Solio Hybrid 1000 Charger

November 21, 2009

It will charge your steripen in about 3 to 4 hrs. The key to faster charging is how much the big yellow ball is shining.

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Solio Solio Hybrid 1000 Charger

November 21, 2009

It doesn't have that exact adapter but you can purchase it from their web site. It does give info on how to use with your SGH device.

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The North Face Plasma GTX XCR Boa II Hiking Shoe - Men's

November 21, 2009

No ansi bro but more important they are comfy and strong with mucho support.

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The North Face Plasma GTX XCR Boa II Hiking Shoe - Men's

November 21, 2009

No ansi bro but more important they are comfy and strong with mucho support.

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Vans TSS Bottom - Women's

November 18, 2009

These are not merino wool. They are four-way stretch polyester with Ciba antimicrobial treatment.

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Vans TSS Bottom - Women's

November 18, 2009

These are not merino wool. They are four-way stretch polyester with Ciba antimicrobial treatment.

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Nixon 51-30 Watch - Men's

November 16, 2009

You will have to contact Nixon direct for spare links.

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Nixon 51-30 Watch - Men's

November 16, 2009

You will have to contact Nixon direct for spare links.

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Nixon 51-30 Watch - Men's

November 16, 2009

Don't count on it anytime soon. I've been told they are selling as many as they can get.

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Kelty Gunnison 2 Footprint

November 14, 2009

Soitenly. Remember to use the poles and stakes to complete your lighter weight shelter.

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Norrøna Lofoten Gore-Tex Pro Shell Pant - Women's

November 10, 2009

My girlfriend is put together in a like manner but probably a little more pear on top & these fit her great. They also have enough room in the lower legs for snowboard boots.

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Black Diamond Eldorado Tent 2-Person 4-Season

November 8, 2009

Gross. The fecal smell is not normal dude but a slight odor is. Someone might have confused your tent for this tent http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Restop-Privacy-Tent/RES0005M.html

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Kelty Teton 2 Footprint

November 7, 2009

If you can't find the exact match, pick up a light weight ground cloth. It can also double duty as an awning. Then you can party outside when its raining.

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Marmot Limelight 2-Person Tent w/ Footprint and Gear Loft

November 7, 2009

Sounds like you're camping in the rain forest or Olympic NP. This three season tent should handle any of that plus some. Just remember, most gear is waterproof to a point then you gotta find sun to dry out.

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Kelty Treble Messenger Bag

November 6, 2009

Just the shoulder strap Jimmy. It carries easy mon.

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Deuter Futura 28 Backpack - 1700cu in

November 4, 2009

Dude Belize? I'm envious. The Futura is a great carry on. I'd suggest any of the Osprey duffels for your other grip. Check them out on this website.

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Nixon Small Lodown Watch - Women's

November 4, 2009

Different flavours of this watch are available. All the ones I've seen have a bright red LCD.

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Julbo Explorer Sunglasses - Alti Spectron 4 Lens

November 2, 2009

The glass is hard. Just don't drag on the rocks & you'll be OK. Typical Julbo quality.

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DAKINE Heli Pro DLX 20L Backpack -1200cu in

November 1, 2009

It will fit but you'll have to feed it down with your hands so it won't bunch up.

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

October 24, 2009

As long as the coil counts are the same. 8's with 8's, 10's with 10's & there the Twain shall meet.

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The North Face WindWall 2 Jacket - Women's

October 22, 2009

Not difficult to keep the dirt off. Use nikwax tech wash & polar proof every once in a while to clean & keep clean. Its nice to get a windfall.

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Garmin eTrex Vista

October 20, 2009

That is one of it's most basic features. More advanced ones give distances between points following a certain road instead of in straight line. Most Garmin's have this function. All of the basic Garmin's work on this principle.

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Kelty Red Cloud Backpack - 5000-6650cu in

October 20, 2009

This pack is very good for any backpacking trip. Plenty of room for all your essentials, comfortable & the price is right. I really like detaching my lid for day hiking. Go for it dude & have a great A.T. trip.

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Nikwax Tech Wash / Polar Proof Twin Pack

October 19, 2009

Go for it bro. This stuff is t,a,& c & works on most everything. Wool like in lanolin is the kicker here.

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protect your goods

Mountainsmith Cyber II Compact Camera Case

Mountainsmith Cyber II Compact Camera Case

Rating for this product: 5 October 9, 2009

Great size for my CoolPix S60 + extra room for extras. The small size is recommended for all smaller point & shoot cameras that use a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Bombproof construction & zipper. The very low $ is a great investment for protecting the goods.

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NRS Chinook Life Jacket

October 5, 2009

It looks smaller because it has a snugger fit, and therefore it is.

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Stohlquist eSCAPE Life Jacket - Men's

October 5, 2009

I'd go with the M/L, being a lady and all. Even though you're a 40 on the chart, the 40 would still fit a man smaller. I hope that makes sense.

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Kelty Deluxe Lounge Chair

October 4, 2009

This has more of a lawn chair height. It'll keep the crawly critters off ya.

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the kitchen sink

The North Face Off Site Bag - 1850 cu in

The North Face Off Site Bag - 1850 cu in

Rating for this product: 5 September 27, 2009

North Face does it again. This puppy carries all my 'puter stuff plus audio-video gear, eats, microwave almost. I can't think of anything else other than you don't need anything else. This bag has it all + some.

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nasty water to nice

Katadyn Hiker Pro Water Microfilter

Katadyn Hiker Pro Water Microfilter

Rating for this product: 5 September 25, 2009

When Mexico called, I had to trip south. The water has gotten better over the years due to new equipment & regulations but is still nasty in some rural areas. This filter removed all the grunge & made the water clear. I followed this all up with some steripen action to kill the real little boogies. I'm sure this filter is all you'll need en el norte.

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Wilderness Systems Tarpon 120 Angler Kayak

September 17, 2009

This is only way to fish in faster moving water. There's even enough room for a small livewell.

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Wilderness Systems Tarpon 120 Angler Kayak

September 17, 2009

The new latches are a lot beefier & don't open up in a hard roll. Much cleaner than bungees.

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prAna Tizi Sport Top - Women's

September 17, 2009

My girlfriend says yes but only if she's not too cold. I can see them either way.

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O'Neill Ditch Insulated Jacket - Boys'

August 30, 2009

Hey Angy, you're so impudent that time out is in order. Children should be seen and not heard.

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Patagonia R1 Headband

August 27, 2009

Put a tape measure around your head. Divide the number of inches by two. 6.5-7 is small, 7-7.5 is medium, 7.5 & above is large.

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The North Face Backtrack 50 Backpack - 3050cu in

August 18, 2009

This pack is TA&C. Wrong specs. No wheels. I've had it all over Europe & Mex. Excelentee for quality & comfy. Day pack is adequate for essentials. Happy trails.

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they really work

Patagonia Active Brief - Women's

Patagonia Active Brief - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

I forgot my beanie on a recent high altitude climb. My girlfriend suggested me wearing these to keep my head warm. They looked a little ridiculous but did work. No joke dudes & dudettes. Multi-utilitarian clothing at it's best.

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The North Face Gotham Down Jacket - Women's

June 15, 2009

Does the fur trimmed hood actually stand up like a "fro" similar to the picture?

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