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    Understood. But I'll be in the Smokies in late...

    Understood. But I'll be in the Smokies in late Feb. Having this bivy will not only help add a bit of warmth inside my tent, it will provide direct protection when setting up my quilt inside...
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    Sure. I read that OGL review while doing my...

    Sure. I read that OGL review while doing my preliminary research; as I recall, they look at a standalone application vs using the bivvy in conjunction with a quilt, liner, pad, tent.

    Anyway,...
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    This particular bivvy uses an improved material...

    This particular bivvy uses an improved material and is rated as "very breathable," so condensation should not be a problem, per SOL anyway.

    Configuring the bivvy outside the quilt would ensure...
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    SOL Escape Bivvy for Extra Warmth?

    I'm considering adding this 8-ounce SOL bivvy to my gear, for "as needed" extra warmth, given my late Feb NOBO start on the AT.

    My sleep system comprises a 20-degree UGQ Bandit quilt...
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    Oboz are available in wide (EE). I'm a fan of the...

    Oboz are available in wide (EE). I'm a fan of the Sawtooth. Been hiking with them for a few years. For my 2020 thru-hike, I sized up one, plus EE width, too. FYI, Oboz invites you to register your...
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    Yes. Using the BV-500 for my 2020 thru-hike,...

    Yes. Using the BV-500 for my 2020 thru-hike, beginning late Feb. For more, see my post here on WhiteBlaze on choosing between the larger v smaller canister. Also, check out my gear list (including...
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    So far, so good with the BV-500, with three...

    So far, so good with the BV-500, with three shakedown hikes completed. Also looks like my timing was right. These BVs could be in great demand, very soon.
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    Sawyer Squeeze came with a few bags. I cut the...

    Sawyer Squeeze came with a few bags. I cut the smallest one, four inches up from the bottom, and use that bottom as a scoop. It weighs nothing. Is foldable. Keep it with the Squeeze inside, along...
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    Because... there are many black bears on the AT....

    Because... there are many black bears on the AT.

    Seriously, I think you can piece it together by reading the earlier posts. But, in short, a can very effectively protects the contents from bears...
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    I already own the BV500. Was just posting a...

    I already own the BV500. Was just posting a follow up per my OP re: which size can to choose, with the completion of my first two trial hikes, using the can in different positions.

    I did...
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    Completed my second trial hike with full kit...

    Completed my second trial hike with full kit including that BV500 w/3 days food, as well as a toiletries bag and cook pot w/stove and fuel. First hike was a section of the MST in NC. For that, I...
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    Sticky: Utah NOBO Late Feb/Early Mar, per weather...

    Utah
    NOBO
    Late Feb/Early Mar, per weather outlook
    Approach trail likely
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    Twisted, Curious to know what brand-model 65L...

    Twisted, Curious to know what brand-model 65L pack you use and whether you orient your BV vertically or horizontally, and is it just above your sleeping bag/quilt/spares clothes? I'm currently using...
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    All this feedback is much appreciated. Thanks to...

    All this feedback is much appreciated. Thanks to all.

    CO Rob, I'm based in Boone, NC. "Utah" is a trail name that was bestowed upon me a couple decades ago and has nothing to do with the state...
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    BV-500 or BV-450: Which One?

    I'm leaning toward using one of these two bear canisters for my 2020 thru-hike, for ease of use (no bag-hanging hassles) and for doing my part in potentially keeping a few bears safe.

    So......
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    Looking to begin my AT adventure on Feb 24, NOBO...

    Looking to begin my AT adventure on Feb 24, NOBO from Springer!!!
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