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I tried the dual action type for the first time this summer and was disappointed. I was glad I carried my tried and true ACE (Mueller makes similar) brace, the elasic one with a patella hole and two...

Vermont, naaahhhh

I don't know, it didn't fit; I may have to back track, but the catalyst is only slightly smaller than the Kelty; I know for sure that it didn't fit the Kelty as that is the one I ultimately took on...

It didn't really fit over my catalyst, nor the pack I ended up taking which was a Kelty Shadow, which comes in at 4500cc and I don't think is a horribly huge pack. And the REI morning star I now use...

I ordered one a couple of years ago, but had to send it back, as my pack was a bit too big for pack over part of the Packa. I wish he'd make some larger sizes that would accommodate larger packs.
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They mention it sometimes, e.g. Siler Bald shelter is stated accurately as being 0.5 off the trail.

I think there is a way to go with AP, I just got a copy and there seem to a fair amount if...

Sounds like a good plan.

I've done that section both ways. the first time I went all the way with 6 and half days of food. 2nd time I picked-up a mail drop in Kincora

It was 1960 or 1961, I hiked up Blood Mountain from Neel's Gap with my parents. I was four years old I believe.

DWR means what?

Should I consider the Marmot Oracle instead? It is a little heavier. 4 oz heavier than the precip.

The only thing I could add to what others have is my own personal attitude and one comment. I compromise on the issue, only once have I stayed two nights in a town; in one completion and almost a...

I've hiked with both. The staff, for me carved from an oak sapling "harvested" in Tesnatee Gap, GA has more soul, but I've used poles now for the last 8 long distance hikes or so.

Pole...

There are several reviews that have remarked on the precip jacket losing its water proof qualities quickly. This worries me a bit; however I have the precip pants, which have served me well.
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I plan on buying one or the other (REI dividend to spend), and would like to hear opinions from folks who have had experience with either rain jacket.

Thanks

The outfitter in Port Clinton was closed last summer, I doubt that they have re-opened?

You might consider a Kelty Shadow, its a 4500 Cu.in. pack that weighs in at 3 lb 10 oz. I have the ULA Catalyst and last year I couldn't quite fit all my gear in it. The Kelty is slightly heavier...

I've done it both ways. And I'd say there isn't much difference one way or the other. The fellow who commented about how you are getting to and from the trail probably had it right. If you are...

I decided to make one more response, as this could continue ad infinitatum without much additional of value being said, I exit (perhaps temperorarily:)) with one more response.





I don't...

Never said they didn't

I thank you as well, you are courteous folks:)

True enough, but you seem to be arguing that people don't need or shouldn't bother with being courteous in a shelter? IMO,...

Its not quite trail ready as one has to seal the seems prior to use.

Mine weighed in at 967 grams (2 lb 2 oz), which includes the pegs & bag and pole.

I've been pleased with my REI Roadster, I have the first version, It weighs in at 1630 grams ( 3 lb 9 oz). One can do better on weight, but I liked the design.

My precips have seemed pretty waterproof to me. And they have been in some good down pours and steady rain.

Be polite and courteous to the non-smokers. Smoke can linger a long time in a three sided shelter. I'm a non-smoker and don't like the smell. Generally my experience on the trail has been positive...

I don't know if its my pet peeve, but it is a peeve, in the SNP we had a couple that arrived at about 2am, I was lucky I was just getting up for the late night pee, so I wasn't woken. Actually for a...