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BillC926

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Montrail AT+

Montrail AT Plus GTX Hiking Shoe - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 May 3, 2011

My feet have found Nirvana...This is a great trail shoe. My initial hike was a 2 day backpack of the Devils Path.(Catskills).I have problem feet(PF)and after 2 days..24 miles and 8500vert on the rockiest trail you'll ever find, my feet and knees were pain free. Never had a problem w/ grip on ascents or fast rock-hopping descents.very supportive and excellant pro underfoot...I ordered a 1/2 size up and wore Montrail Enduro Blue insoles(a standard)

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Mammut Mt. Crest

Mammut Mt. Crest Leather Backpacking Boot - Men's

Mammut Mt. Crest Leather Backpacking Boot - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 April 26, 2011

Great boot...great fit..just don't overtighten if you have a high instep..bomb-proof...treat w/ a waterproofer and the leather never wets out

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Marmot DriClime Catalyst Jacket

Marmot DriClime Catalyst Jacket  - Men's

Marmot DriClime Catalyst Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 20, 2010

Just as dependable as the regular Dri-Clime jacket---It's the one pc of gear that's in my pack all the time

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BC Shift Softshell

Backcountry.com Shift Hooded Softshell Jacket - Women's

Backcountry.com Shift Hooded Softshell Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 3 November 12, 2009

Got it for my wife who is a M in Arcteryx, Patagonia and anything else. Too small...sent it back...quality looked real good...Picked up a L on Sac for $70..

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Arc'teryx Citadel Pullover

Arc'teryx Citadel Pullover - Men's

Arc'teryx Citadel Pullover - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 October 28, 2009

Picked 1 up on S&C...Very nice..Comfy, warm and a nice cut...A little fuller than normal..Well worth the $$ if you can find it on sale. This is what I'll put on after winter climbing..on the way for beers!

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TNF RANDONEE PANT

The North Face Apex Randonee Softshell Pant - Men's

The North Face Apex Randonee Softshell Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 2 October 10, 2008

I've had 2 pairs of these in the past and loved them-However the new "model" has a back waist panel and is cut very thin--Had to send them back.

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LaSportiva Glacier 2yr Update

La Sportiva Glacier Mountaineering Boot - Men's

La Sportiva Glacier Mountaineering Boot - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 September 19, 2008

After 2 winter seasons I still love these boots--Super comfy and warm. Great stability. I've put a ton of Catskill and Adirondack miles on these and they are still in great shape--Keep 'em clean and spray on fresh coat of silicon and you're good to go.

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A little Dissapointed

Big Agnes Storm King Sleeping Bag: 0 Degree Down

Big Agnes Storm King Sleeping Bag: 0 Degree Down

Rating for this product: 2 July 8, 2008

I am a Big Agnes lover--Pomer Hoit Bag--Love it--Seedhouse 2UL tent--Great---Their pads are the best--This bag left me w/ cold spots 2 nights this past winter on a backpack trip in the Adirondacks. It was cold - lows near 0-degrees, but even w/ a down jacket and pants on I was chilled most of the night. I like the room afforded by this bag -vs- a mummy but I'll stick w/ 800 down in the winter--Much warmer and lighter.

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Great UL Tent

Big Agnes Seedhouse SL2 Tent 2-Person 3-Season

Big Agnes Seedhouse SL2 Tent 2-Person 3-Season

Rating for this product: 5 June 30, 2008

Easy on the back--Easy setup and take down. Enough room for my pack and 75# Golden. This is the perfect light weight tent. Spend a little extra and get the 2 person--the extra room is well worth it at a very small weight differential

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Black Diamond Vista 3-Person 3-Season Tent

May 2, 2008

The seams are taped--Fully waterproof--Unlike other BD tents you don't have to seam seal

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Great Tent

Black Diamond Vista 3-Person 3-Season Tent

Black Diamond Vista 3-Person 3-Season Tent

Rating for this product: 5 May 2, 2008

Perfect for a family of 3 and a big dog--Loads of space inside- 50 sq. ft.- and 2 good sized vestibules for gear--Incredibly easy setup w/ hubbed pole system--Less than 2-lbs per person if backpacking.

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Makalu Softshell Pant - Women's

Mountain Hardwear Makalu Softshell Pant - Women's

Mountain Hardwear Makalu Softshell Pant - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 November 1, 2007

Bought these for my wife--She tried them out hiking in the Adirondacks this weekend--She loves 'em--comfy and warm--windproof (it was gusting 40-50 mph and was in the 20's. Tough enough for some rock scrambling.

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Perfect layer

The North Face Redpoint Jacket - Men's

The North Face Redpoint Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 1, 2007

This is the perfect insulating layer. Throw it on over a base layer and under a softshell and you're good to go for the coldest windiest conditions--Not bulky and the smooth fabric slides on easy.Check out the hooded version too.

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Super Hero--Super Soft Shell

Marmot Super Hero Softshell Jacket - Women's

Marmot Super Hero Softshell Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 November 1, 2007

Bought one for my wife. She got to try it out this past weekend in the ADK's. Temps in 20's and a biting wind. She hates cold, but as soon as she put on the SHero at tree line, she had a BIG grin. Warm and windproof. Very comfy climbing, w/ a hood that doesn't get in the way. She can't wait for winter to hit. Now if I could only find something to keep her feet warm.

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NF El Cap Delta

The North Face El Cap Delta - Men's

The North Face El Cap Delta - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 1, 2007

Love this shirt--super comfy and warm as a base layer on cold days or by itself on cool days--Wife likes it too 'cus I don't smell like a locker room! I use the sleeve pocket for a couple snacks or glasses.

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Marmot Super Hero Softshell Jacket - Women's

Marmot Super Hero Softshell Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 October 31, 2007

Womens colors suck so I got her a men's small (the red and orange)--fits perfect!

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Another great pack from Osprey

Osprey Packs Stratos 40 Backpack - 2200-2600cu in

Osprey Packs Stratos 40 Backpack - 2200-2600cu in

Rating for this product: 5 October 22, 2007

This is a great winter bag---winged compression straps hold snowshoes tight and at 2600 cubes (lg) it holds all my winter gear--top is roomy enough for extra gloves, hats, and food and the mesh pockets are big enough for insulated nalgenes--ice axe hangs securely--hip belt is super comfy--good job by Osprey

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Maybe not for boarders but great for snowshoes

Osprey Packs Switch 36 Winter Pack - 2000-2400cu in

Osprey Packs Switch 36 Winter Pack - 2000-2400cu in

Rating for this product: 5 October 22, 2007

Bought this for my wife for winter hiking. She loves the fit and comfort--it holds all her winter gear and the winged compression straps carries snowshoes perfectly.The stretch top pocket hold alot but is a little delicate.

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Marmot=Good Stuff

Marmot Super Hero Jacket - Men's

Marmot Super Hero Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 October 22, 2007

I finally gave in a bought a soft shell after years of sweating in a hardshell--I love it. I was too big in the shoulders for a Mountain Hardware or Arcteryx but this fits great- I'll layer it over a Marmot Dri-Clime jacket when winter sets in. Bought one for my wife too

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Great for winter activities

The North Face Apex Randonee Pant - Men's

The North Face Apex Randonee Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 October 22, 2007

I've used these pants for 2 winter seasons hiking and clinbing the Catskills and Adirondacks--They are outstanding--They shed snow and I have never wetted through--even when butt-sliding. I've worn them w/o long underwear down to 0 degrees and my legs stay warm. They breathe well and I never feel sweaty on warmer days. They are super comfy and fit great. I bought 2 prs but have only worn one so far and it has no signs of wear after at least 50-60 hiking days the past 2 winters, except for a couple crampon holes--but that's my fault!

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Dri Clime--Indispensible

Marmot DriClime Jacket - Men's

Marmot DriClime Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 October 22, 2007

This jacket is in my pack all year long--it's perfect for cool fall and spring days, and as a 2nd layer on all but the coldest winter days--It breathes very well so your base layer stays dry and sheds light precip and snow. Blocks wind too. Throw a softshell on top when it gets real nasty.
Sizing is right on--not too tight--just right--
Great piece of equipment

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Mountain Hardwear Torch

Mountain Hardwear Torch Jacket - Men's

Mountain Hardwear Torch Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 October 11, 2007

Great quality and performance based on friend's experience. Unfortunately the fit wasn't for me. It's cut trim so if you lift or have a large upper body this may not be for you.

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Womens Cloudlight

Marmot Cloudlight Jacket - Women's

Marmot Cloudlight Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 October 10, 2007

I bought this for my girlfriend--She loves Marmot products and always takes a Medium--This jacket however was cut quite trim in the chest and shoulders--so a size larger than normal may be a good decision.

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La Sportiva Glaciers

La Sportiva Glacier Mountaineering Boot - Men's

La Sportiva Glacier Mountaineering Boot - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 January 4, 2007

Great boot---comfy right out of the box-used them on a 10 mile traverse of the Blackheads (Catskills) Lots of ankle support--haven't used them w/ crampons yet

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Great Jacket

Marmot DriClime Windshirt - Men's

Marmot DriClime Windshirt - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 14, 2005

I have used the Dri-Clime while hiking the Adirondacks and Catskills in everything from 25F and snow to sunny and 60F. I use it as a layer or as an outer garment—its wicking ability is nothing short of fantastic. I don't leave home w/o it!

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Great rain gear

Marmot PreCip Jacket - Women's

Marmot PreCip Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 September 16, 2005

Spent seven hours in the rain recently while hiking in the Catskills--my Precip kept me bone dry.

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same reults as the Precip jacket

Marmot PreCip Pant Womens

Marmot PreCip Pant Womens

Rating for this product: 5 September 16, 2005

Not a drop reached me in seven hours of hiking in the Catskills.

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