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BenSimms | 1 Mar 2003 01:54
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Re: grease pot alternative

In a message dated 28-Feb-03 11:27:37 Eastern Standard Time, 
bk2@... writes:

> i found
> the GP, but next to it was an Ekco version of it in thin stainless
> steel. it has a removable integral strainer and lid which i would leave
> home and use foil instead.
> with the wire handle still attached, it weighs 142 grams(5oz). it
> measures 3.75" dia x 4" high and holds exactly 3 cups. i might grind off
> the handle and reweigh.
> so, what are the specs for the aluminum GP?
> 

Last time I weighed mine, and I've lightened it slightly more since then, the 
bottom of the WMGP was 2.70 ounces and the top was 1.34 ounces for a total of 
just over 4 oz. - Ben

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Lenny Nichols | 1 Mar 2003 02:05
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Re: NEED a trail recommendation!


Check out the Colorado Trail.  I hear it can be done in 4 to 6 weeks.
Denver to Durango.

Lenny Nichols, PMP

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Josh Adams | 1 Mar 2003 01:52
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Re: Re: Any cheap clothing suggestions?

On 2/28/03 9:05 AM, "vacreeper2k <vacreeper2k@...>"
<vacreeper2k@...> wrote:

> You would be amazed at what you can find in Thrift stores.Last year I
> walked out with a (just about new) waterproofed Pacific Trails
> Parka,for $10.00.I also found a long sleeved wool Hathaway shirt, for
> camp wear and cool mornings on the trail..cost $2.50.
> That way you save money so you can buy good food to make your pack
> heavier.
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> --- In BackpackingLight@..., "rhh1953 <rhh1953 <at> y...>"
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>> Hi all,
>> 
>> I am looking for a lightweight shell similar to the Montane
>> Featherlite Jacket. ($49.00 at outfitterspoint.com) Has anyone come
>> across a cheap shell in Walmarts or someplace like that that will
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J Cornelius | 1 Mar 2003 02:35
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RE: SnakeSkins worth it?

FWIW I sure as heck hope so as I bought them due to the comments (Shane
in particular) I have heard from on the Hammock Camping list
Jodi

Abnormality IS the normality at this locality!

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Subject: [BackpackingLight] SnakeSkins worth it?

Kind of a dumb question but for anyone that has used snakeskins
(properly) for the Hennessy Hammock...

Are they worth getting (and are they the greatest thing since sliced
bread)?

I've kinda heard conflicting statements about them being hard to use
or not... but are they definatly worth purchasing/using?

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Craig Morton | 1 Mar 2003 03:46

Balaclavas

I am looking for a balaclava. I see two in the campmor catalog. Both are
Manzella brand. One is an "Expedition Weight" polypropylene weighing 2 oz.
The other is a thermolite weighing 1.4 oz. Let's say worst case temperature
is mid-twenties. Anyone have experience that would lead me toward one or the
other?

Thanks.

Craig

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BenSimms | 1 Mar 2003 04:56
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Re: Balaclavas

Normally I'd say the lightest one but what kind of wind are you expecting?  
Is this to be used as a sleeping hat or worn during activities?

In a message dated 28-Feb-03 21:48:25 Eastern Standard Time, dmorton@... 
writes:

> I am looking for a balaclava. I see two in the campmor catalog. Both are
> Manzella brand. One is an "Expedition Weight" polypropylene weighing 2 oz.
> The other is a thermolite weighing 1.4 oz. Let's say worst case temperature
> is mid-twenties. Anyone have experience that would lead me toward one or 
> the
> other?
> 
> Thanks.
> 
> Craig
> 

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StoneDancer1 | 1 Mar 2003 05:09
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Re: Re: NEED a trail recommendation!

In a message dated 2/28/03 2:20:29 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
vacreeper2k@... writes:

> If you hike it that way you won't 
> need a permit to hike the summit.Otherwise,just to hike to the summit 
> on a weekend,you need a permit.

Can you confirm this data?  It is my understanding that anyone climbing 
Whitney from any direction must have the Whitney Stamp.  If this is untrue, 
why would  the PCTA's application for thru hikers also contain room for 
Whitney Stamps, when, by and large, all thru hikers would be approaching 
Whitney from Crabtree Meadows??

No Way

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procab | 1 Mar 2003 06:02
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Re: NEED a trail recommendation!

The main Mt. Whitney Trail permits are issued via lottery. From other 
trailheads you still need a permit but don't have to enter the lottery

"... access Mt. Whitney by entering from any other trail (i.e. 
Shepherd Pass, Kearsarge Pass, North Fork of Lone Pine Creek for the 
Mountaineers Route, etc.)  you do not need to apply for the lottery.  
The six-month rolling application process applies to trips that begin 
at any trailhead other than the Main Mt. Whitney Trail..."
from:  
http://www.r5.fs.fed.us/inyo/vvc/wild_permits/lottery_update.htm

--- In BackpackingLight@..., StoneDancer1 <at> a... wrote:
> In a message dated 2/28/03 2:20:29 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
> vacreeper2k@... writes:
> 
> > If you hike it that way you won't 
> > need a permit to hike the summit.Otherwise,just to hike to the 
summit 
> > on a weekend,you need a permit.
> 
> Can you confirm this data?  It is my understanding that anyone 
climbing 
> Whitney from any direction must have the Whitney Stamp.  If this is 
untrue, 
> why would  the PCTA's application for thru hikers also contain room 
for 
> Whitney Stamps, when, by and large, all thru hikers would be 
approaching 
> Whitney from Crabtree Meadows??
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Craig Morton | 1 Mar 2003 08:07

Re: Balaclavas

Hey Ben,

I'd say my first priority is for a sleeping hat but it would double as an
activity hat in the event of cold/windy weather. Wind? Well, whatever nature
sends. It seems to sometimes blow wherever I go. I guess it may come down to
which is the better insulator - thermolite or polypropylene. I have no idea.

Thanks.

Craig

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Subject: Re: [BackpackingLight] Balaclavas

> Normally I'd say the lightest one but what kind of wind are you expecting?
> Is this to be used as a sleeping hat or worn during activities?
>
> In a message dated 28-Feb-03 21:48:25 Eastern Standard Time,
dmorton@...
> writes:
>
> > I am looking for a balaclava. I see two in the campmor catalog. Both are
> > Manzella brand. One is an "Expedition Weight" polypropylene weighing 2
oz.
> > The other is a thermolite weighing 1.4 oz. Let's say worst case
temperature
> > is mid-twenties. Anyone have experience that would lead me toward one or
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BenSimms | 1 Mar 2003 08:32
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Re: Balaclavas

I have found that even a very light balaclava will keep me comfortable down 
to single digit temperatures.  A hard hat liner is much lighter and often is 
all that is needed.  Another option I take along on all fall and winter trips 
is a polypro tube scarf that can be left around my neck or pulled up to wear 
like a balaclava if desired.  As you know, pure polypro can sometimes get 
pretty smelly. - Ben

In a message dated 01-Mar-03 02:11:19 Eastern Standard Time, dmorton@... 
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> Hey Ben,
> 
> I'd say my first priority is for a sleeping hat but it would double as an
> activity hat in the event of cold/windy weather. Wind? Well, whatever 
> nature
> sends. It seems to sometimes blow wherever I go. I guess it may come down 
> to
> which is the better insulator - thermolite or polypropylene. I have no 
> idea.
> 
> Thanks.
> 
> Craig
> 
> 
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <BenSimms@...>
> To: <BackpackingLight@...>
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