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    fun yes but still a ready made package would be...

    fun yes but still a ready made package would be nice
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    I know what you mean about fit being important -I...

    I know what you mean about fit being important -I string my quilt to the hammock with bungee cord so it is held against the bottom tightly.

    I recently had a chance to try out a new cut for the...
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    Actually simva my underquilt is semi permenantly...

    Actually simva my underquilt is semi permenantly attached to my hammock with bungee cord (for stretch). I pack it all as one into a sleeping bag sized stuff sack...
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    congrats on the summit jack - planning to sit...

    congrats on the summit jack - planning to sit around fat dumb and happy for awhile? :cool:
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    sounds intriguing but the only way to know for...

    sounds intriguing but the only way to know for sure is to test it... make sure you have a good bail out nearby.
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    sounds interesting, Im on hold for now as it is...

    sounds interesting, Im on hold for now as it is too warm out to do a proper test...
  7. It varies alot kerosene, under some conditions...

    It varies alot kerosene, under some conditions you can lose over a quart an hour. Ive had days where I have sucked down 6L of water while hiking and anouther 2L in camp as well.

    Perhaps I should...
  8. 3l omega here - next bag (once this one shows any...

    3l omega here - next bag (once this one shows any sign of a problem) will likely be an msr one.

    re: water usage - I figure out how much I SHOULD use and if I run out I dont sweat it - 2l is enough...
  9. Thread: Bear Bags

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    I have the URSACK

    Ive had mine for a year and a half and love it - I sleep a lot better knowing its there.

    re:hanging - in the end hanging is only a delay tactic and even useless in a few areas, If you are anywhere...
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    Kelty seems to be the only one seriously making...

    Kelty seems to be the only one seriously making them and even they are blurring the lines since the external frame is basicly inside....
  11. Where theres a whip theres a way :) sooner or...

    Where theres a whip theres a way :)
    sooner or later you adjust to the load your carrying - whether is 10 lbs or 70 lbs......
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    I dont use a pad with my quilt kero - the pad is...

    I dont use a pad with my quilt kero - the pad is for insulation not comfort...
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    Poll: Perhaps we could replace all the shelters with...

    Perhaps we could replace all the shelters with simple picnic pavillions....
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    sounds very doable... let me know how it works

    sounds very doable... let me know how it works
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    Thanks for the reality check - perhaps when sony...

    Thanks for the reality check - perhaps when sony brings the resolution up a bit.....
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    Panasonic sv-av30

    anyone seen this lil puppy? Looks good in the display case but I am not very sure of the specs.

    So far I cant find replacement batteries or a decent way to recharge it on trail. (I prefer AA's)
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    a nice slide show.... ...

    a nice slide show....

    http://gallery.backcountry.net/slideshow.php?set_albumName=TuscaroraTrail

    a good starting link for info.....

    http://www.angelfire.com/pa2/yorkhikingclub/tuscarora.html
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    garlic is only a myth, a good wooden stake thru...

    garlic is only a myth, a good wooden stake thru the heart is the only thing garranteed to work....

    err, sorry wrong room. :)
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    watch it there A-train.....

    watch it there A-train.....
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    Poll: how long should a thru-hike take

    many have asked How long to allow for a complete thru hike so heres a chance to see what you all really think.

    the number of weeks to allow for a thru hike....
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    anything is possible - are you up to it is the...

    anything is possible - are you up to it is the question and we cant answer it.
    many would suggest a slower hike to allow more sight seeing time but a quick hike is still better then none.
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    ray o vac makes an decent and inexpensive one...

    ray o vac makes an decent and inexpensive one availible at wally world - 11 bucks if I recall
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    STOP!, please dont open up That can of worms...

    STOP!, please dont open up That can of worms again. :D
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    Your right the goretex will insure that if your...

    Your right the goretex will insure that if your boots get wet they will stay that way. keep a pair of trash bags to line the boot with in an emergency so your feet stay somewhat dry.... cant comment...
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    The ammonia smells like urine to them......

    The ammonia smells like urine to them......
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