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Writer. Adventurer. Digital Nomad.
I spend as much time outdoors as possible, write adventure travel articles, and recently started producing documentaries with my new company- PACE International.
I've traversed the cone of an active volcano, climbed buildings and natural features in the US and Nicaragua, and navigated rivers and lakes across the country.
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- #110 of 599 - Avalanche Beacons
- #129 of 1,320 - Women's Technical Sandals
- #130 of 815 - 25 to 5 Degree Synthetic Bags
- #153 of 808 - Big Wall Climbing
- #154 of 578 - Belay and Rappel Devices
- #187 of 804 - Stuff and Compression Sacks
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- #256 of 1,127 - Men's Mountaineering Boots
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Liquidlogic Kayaks Remix XP10 Kayak
August 9, 2011
I'm 6'4" and can get in but it's not comfortable.
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Columbia Ethan Pond Reversible Fleece Jacket - Boys'
August 9, 2011
Yes, it does.
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The North Face Transit Down Jacket - Women's
August 9, 2011
You're a medium.
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La Sportiva CrossLite 2.0 Trail Running Shoe - Men's
August 9, 2011
They don't have the ankle support you need. Boots are the way to go.
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SealLine Storm Sack Dry Bags
August 9, 2011
Go for the 10L. You'll want to include some padding and the 10L will accommodate the projector and the pads.
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Columbia Deep Ghyll Jacket - Men's
July 26, 2011
Not any appreciable amount. It's meant to be a secondary layer, not a winter coat.
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Columbia Technical Offshore Woven Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's
July 14, 2011
The collar lining is the dry weave stuff. As for weight, it's negligible.
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Arc'teryx Switchblade Backpack - 671cu in
July 14, 2011
I haven't found one either but I'm with you-- I'd love to try it out!
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Ice Trekkers Diamond Grip Traction System
July 14, 2011
Yes, a medium would fit her well.
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Camp Chef Denali 3 Burner Grill/Stove Combo
July 14, 2011
It lifts out to clean-- simple and easy.
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Yakima Sky Box 18 Cargo Box
July 14, 2011
I don't know about the fit issues but Yakima bars typically have a higher load weight than most factory systems.
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Zeal Tensai Sunglasses - Polarized
July 14, 2011
I haven't found any, however, it is possible to get prescription lenses fitted to your frames.
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DAKINE Sunny Hat - Women's
July 14, 2011
They're one size fits all.
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La Sportiva Makalu Mountaineering Boot - Men's
July 14, 2011
Those are good, however, I typically prefer para cord for my replacement laces.
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Rhino-Rack Cap Topper Track Mount Package with Heavy Duty Load Bars
July 14, 2011
Side to side.
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Mammut Trion Guide 45 +7 Backpack - 2746cu in
July 14, 2011
It's possible but I'd use climbing webbing to do it; that way you have the utilitarian side as well.
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Heritage Kayaks RedFish 14 Kayak
July 5, 2011
Yes. I'm 6'4" 240lbs and have some issues in everything from Heritage. They're not bad just designed a little too narrow through the thigh area.
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SealLine Black Canyon Boundary Dry Pack
July 5, 2011
It's great! I took one of these into the backcountry of Kentucky a couple weeks ago-- during some ridiculous rains and flooding-- I had no problems whatsoever and the ease of access is just like every other dry pack.
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Backcountry.com Long Handled Spoon
July 5, 2011
Engineers always have a reason. I'm with you though, the polished finish would have been nice!
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Wilderness Systems Pamlico 100 Kayak
July 5, 2011
This one will do a good job plus, if you mess up, it's easily repairable-- holds a patch well. The seat could use a little something for comfort on longer runs though!
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Brunton Fuel Tool
July 5, 2011
These are specific to Brunton application but I've found they often work in other units as well.
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Thule Stacker Carrier
July 5, 2011
9'8" and 9' on one side and then angle the other 9'8" on the other. I'd use an extra strap though, since it's off balance.
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Teva Dozer 3 Sandal - Women's
July 5, 2011
Tevas usually run just a little longer in the toes but, other than that, they're true to size.
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Sessions Trooper Pant - Boys'
July 5, 2011
Adult Small and Youth large are almost identical in size except for the Adult Small is just slightly longer.
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Sierra Designs Verde Sleeping Bag: 20 Degree Synthetic
July 5, 2011
It's not quite that compressible but it does pack well. It also has a higher return to loftiness than down so the trade off is worth it as long as it'll fit in the pack.
I'd recommend this compression sack with it:
http://www.backcountry.com/sea-to-summit-event-compression-d
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Smith Variant Brim Helmet
July 5, 2011
They should work just fine. I haven't tried the pairing but would expect the relatively standard designs of the goggles and helmet to mesh well.
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Eagles Nest Outfitters SlapStrap - 25mm
July 5, 2011
You can adapt them to any hammock.
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Kelty Red Cloud Backpack - Women's - 5000cu in
July 5, 2011
14.5"-18.5" and it is adjustable
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The North Face Borealis Backpack - Women's - 1650cu in
July 5, 2011
It's a great size for students. I used one about that size through my entire undergrad program.
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Ortovox S1 Avalanche Scanner/Transceiver
July 5, 2011
It comes with the latest firmware available at the time of production. With the rate of advance in these though, I'd say you're likely to need an update prior to use.
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Surftech Bamboozle Stand-Up Paddleboard
July 5, 2011
Go for the ten. It'll have a little more maneuverability but should hold you just fine.
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Trango Cinch Belay Device
July 5, 2011
You can but it does have the tendency to lock up. Unlocking it's not as bad as people say though.
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Clifbar Clif Shot Energy Gel - 24 Pack
July 5, 2011
Copyright laws often inhibit widespread concept application. It'll get around though.
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La Sportiva Solution Vibram XS Grip2 Climbing Shoe
July 5, 2011
Get an 11. La Sportivas run a little small so it'll feel like a 10.75
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Metolius Boss Hog Crash Pad
July 5, 2011
It is the only difference.
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Thule Volkswagen Specialty Rack w/Locks
July 5, 2011
These are adjustable width models and should fit just fine.
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Kelty Deluxe Roll-Top Table
July 5, 2011
Most people don't care... even though they should.
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Highgear Solar Pod
July 5, 2011
It does charge it but very slowly. Also, the power drain on the iPad 2 is too quick for use during charging.
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