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    Wtb zpacks arc blast or arc haul.

    Med torso. Hip belt large but I’ll buy a new hipbelt if needed.
    thanks.
    Steve
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    I’ll take it.

    I’ll take it.
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    Still available?

    Still available?
  4. WTB Zpack gen 2 ARK BLAST OR ARK HAUL MEDIUM.

    I want to buy generation 2 Ark Blast or Ark Haul. Will buy outright or trade a Hyperlite 3400 Southwest for one. Thank you.
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    Poll: If you were a surface dwelling insect like a...

    If you were a surface dwelling insect like a water spider and many others, you would have a different opinion. Some spiders pull drops of air down under the water for a type of diving bell. Surface...
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    You are right about those limitations. I ground...

    You are right about those limitations. I ground notches in the legs to hole pots better. Thanks for your comment. Mule (Steve)
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    Another Vargo Stove for high altitude, low temps

    Take a look at this. I have one of these.
    http://vargooutdoors.safeshopper.com/73/1601.htm?952


    The Vargo Titanium Triad XE is a dual-fuel (alcohol / fuel tab) stove. The XE was...
  8. hydration pack for sale

    I have the Luxurylite Front Hydtation pack for sale. $20.00 shipped. Even if you don't buy mine, a front pack would greatly lower your back pain if yours is anything like mine. The front hydration...
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    Is your hike still on?

    Contact me if you are making plans for one or more to join you.
    Mule :-?
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    pinnacle is my vote.

    The big difference besides more room which is compressible anyway is the straps that pull the top of the pack against you are not on the Jam 2. This really made my shoulders hurt the last time I was...
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    I agree with TN Hiker. The last time me and a...

    I agree with TN Hiker. The last time me and a friend were hikeing for five days through the Smokeys, we had only been on the trail a couple of hours and we got attacked by yellow jackets. They came...
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    A long way from the AT

    Great Thread, it has given me some spots to consider for some winter backpacking on the AT. I live quite a ways from it so I will say at this time the Hoosier National Forest of southern Indiana is...
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    Poll: Dogs neen not be banned, but they should be...

    Dogs neen not be banned, but they should be banned from the shelters. If a hiker brings a dog, let him bring a shelter.
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    Indiana Hikers, listen up.

    Are there any Indiana Backpackers out there in WB land? What are your hikes like, where, belong to clubs, share your knowledge of Indiana Backpacking as well as the AT experiance. Steve
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    Nalgene and tube tents

    When I was in California in the 60's, I started by climbing Whitney with no tent, a Marine Corps 782 gear pack, ammo belt, canteens and sleeping bag was two wool blankets. Spent a cold night at that...
  16. I loved this pack

    I have found this Nimbus Latitude to be the most comfortable pack I have ever carried, including Dana Designs Boseman stuff. I have hence found one better for me. Look at Aarn packs and read up on...
  17. Thread: backpack

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    Before making up your mind, check out AARN...

    Before making up your mind, check out AARN Backpacks from New Zealand, and when looking at the prices realize they are actually in Euros, so a 450 dollar pack is really 300. These packs have been...
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    Thank you. Sounds great. I will. Steve

    Thank you. Sounds great. I will. Steve
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    Thanks, going south is my specialty

    I agree with your hiking advice and you quote. Thank you for replying. Steve
  20. I have had the Nimbus Latitude for a year or so...

    I have had the Nimbus Latitude for a year or so and I love it! It is the most comfortable pack I have ever used. I am waiting on a pack from New Zealand from a company called AARN however that may be...
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    By the way my hike can start within the week.......

    By the way my hike can start within the week.... the first week of November. Tennesee and South / Norht Carolina seem interesting.
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    That is good advice all around and just what I am...

    That is good advice all around and just what I am looking for. I am a hammock camper and intend on going maybe 15 miles per day. Please give me all the advice you can, I have hiked some of the trails...
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