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MSR Skinny Too Tent 2-Person 3- Season

November 4, 2009

How long do the poles pack down to? 20 inches like the 1 man version? Thanks...

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Great for hiking!

Mountain Hardwear Mesa Pant - Men's

Mountain Hardwear Mesa Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 4, 2009

They are nice and lightweight, and they keep you dry and repel dirt. With a base layer I have used them in colder climates and stayed comfortable. The integrated belt is comfortable under your pack's hip belt. Thinking of getting an extra pair!

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Comfortable and capable

The North Face Smedge Approach Shoe - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 4, 2009

This shoe has been great for bouldering/rappelling/light hiking. I recently used them on an overnight 14 mile hiking trip. With wool socks they were comfy and my feet stayed dry. Actually, they were comfortable right out of the box! I am considering getting an extra pair!

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Little pack, big heart

Osprey Packs Kestrel 48 Backpack - 2800-2900cu in

Rating for this product: 5 November 4, 2009

Just took this pack on its first trip. I was very pleased with its overall performance, and it gave me no problems. It was packed for 2 nights and 2 days on the Canes Creek Lower Loop in TN. I had ample space for at least another night or two worth of provisions. With a 30 pound load, it was easy to manage on steep rocky grades, and bending under fallen trees/brush. It carried the load so well and was so comfortable, that I didn't have to adjust it through the day. The outside pockets/straps were great on the go for gear access. Everything I needed throughout the day were at my fingertips, and didn't have to open it up until we set up camp. The rainfly was a nice addition also.

I found that I had to be somewhat selective with what i put in the verticle pockets on the outside. I started out with a small light hatchet in one of the pockets, its shape pushed the water bottle half way out of the adjacent stretch pocket over the course of the day. I simply moved the hatchet to the out side of the pack. Also the hydration bladder can be easily removed when it is empty, but the pack must be practically empty to replace it after it has been filled. (a tightly compacted sleep bag doesn't help this problem.) I would imagine the only practical way to fill it without unpacking your bag is to add a quick connect on the hose with the bite valve. Also it only has space for about 1.25 liters. I personally opted to fill two 750ml bottles stored in the outside pockets over the day, and only filled the hydration bladder at camp.

If you need to bring the kitchen sink, this is not your pack. But if you want to travel light with a very versatile pack I give this one full marks.

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