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    Haha, busted. Yes those are tape on zippers from...

    Haha, busted. Yes those are tape on zippers from HD/Lowz. The peak vents are removable with velcro.(I forget why I did it that way) The Ridgeline has a string running across sandwiched in the tape,...
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    47282 3 Heatsheets, some packing tape and some...

    47282 3 Heatsheets, some packing tape and some string.
  3. The wife and I went NOBO out of Cottonwood Pass...

    The wife and I went NOBO out of Cottonwood Pass and we highly recommend it also.

    We scheduled a shuttle with the Lone Pine Chamber of Commerce for a very reasonable rate.
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    Sent you a pm with exactly what you're looking...

    Sent you a pm with exactly what you're looking for.
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    the source of my question comes from things like...

    the source of my question comes from things like the fine print...prices do not include the following: federal Universal Service Fund Fee and applicable state/local taxes


    I have the Annual Rec...
  6. Yes, but isn't that price for the Gorilla without...

    Yes, but isn't that price for the Gorilla without the $45 hip belt, that needs to be added to make a fair comparison? Or did I read that wrong?
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    There is 1 for sale on BPL right now. FS: GG...

    There is 1 for sale on BPL right now. FS: GG KUMO (EARLY 2017) ALMOST NEW!

    Tried to PM, but you are full.
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    Looks like Loco Libre Gear just extended their...

    Looks like Loco Libre Gear just extended their sale until the end of the month.

    Quality custom quilts made in the USA.
  9. Rob, thanks for taking the initiative and posting...

    Rob, thanks for taking the initiative and posting the results. Very helpful info.

    With my ground tarps, I usually wipe them down, but my hammock tarps I don't. Maybe I should.
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    Poll: Well, if you are already familiar with the Strato...

    Well, if you are already familiar with the Strato 2, then buy the Duplex. Try it, if you don't like it, you can return it or sell it here.

    It should sell quickly, people seem to like them.
    ...
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    Yay, Im happy to report that I can see the 0...

    Yay, Im happy to report that I can see the 0 numbers under the qty column. :)

    I would bring at least 1 extra stake that has more holding power, for the main tie out of your tent.

    There are...
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    Yes, the JMT is 211 miles. The extra days (miles)...

    Yes, the JMT is 211 miles. The extra days (miles) that I mentioned were IN ADDITION to the actual trail. For example we hiked around a few of the Cottonwood Lakes, though we didn't need to.

    A good...
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    It is possible we crossed paths. We talked to a...

    It is possible we crossed paths. We talked to a lot of people during our hike, including a few groups.

    I would love to do the SHR, but I pretty sure the wife wouldn't be up for that type of...
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    2 days at Mammoth at the beginning. 1 day to...

    2 days at Mammoth at the beginning.
    1 day to travel to Horseshoe Meadow.
    20 days on the trail, of which the extras were:

    -2 days to get to Guitar Lake,
    -1.5 days for Mt Williamson,
    ...
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    The wife and I did the JMT this past Aug-Sept...

    The wife and I did the JMT this past Aug-Sept NOBO from Cottonwood Lakes. Permits were as easy as going online to reserve the day you want to start. You should do that in advance, to ensure your...
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    JMT SOBO Permit

    FYI, I might not be using my SOBO permit, so it might become available for someone else.

    Details:
    Entry Date: 9-23-17
    Happy Isles->Sunrise/Merced Lake (pass through)
    Exit Date: 10-11-17...
  17. There is a lot of good info on Skurka"s blog...

    There is a lot of good info on Skurka"s blog about satellite communicators, including the current Garmin devices.
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    I guess no one has heard of "Field Candy" (dot...

    I guess no one has heard of "Field Candy" (dot com)?
    http://www.fieldcandy.com/us/media/catalog/product/cache/14/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/w/o/worldssmallestpublifestyle.jpg

    Many...
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    For me, it depends on the temp. Down to around...

    For me, it depends on the temp. Down to around 25*F, I use a lightweight down jacket, no hood. For temps below that, I'll use a warmer down jacket with a hood. The colder it is, the more beneficial...
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    Which trailhead are you starting your NOBO from?...

    Which trailhead are you starting your NOBO from?

    The wife and I are going NOBO, starting from Cottonwood Lakes at the end of Aug and it's my understanding that Halfdome permits are included with...
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    Lets try this again... The shortcomings of the...

    Lets try this again...

    The shortcomings of the Norvan are its price and fragility. $299 is a lot to spend for a rain jacket, particularly if the materials are so light that wearing a backpack may...
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    This info is from- Switch Back Travel dot com. ...

    This info is from- Switch Back Travel dot com.

    The shortcomings of the Norvan are its price and fragility. $299 is a lot to spend for a rain jacket, particularly if the materials are so light...
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    Empty 220 GigaPower canister with cap...

    Empty 220 GigaPower canister with cap weighs....5.30 ozs or 150 g.
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    What size are the Borah Gear mitts?

    What size are the Borah Gear mitts?
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    Maybe a reflective HeatSheets under the pad would...

    Maybe a reflective HeatSheets under the pad would help. For the X-Therm, I would cover the sides also.
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