Whoo Hoo....new gear!

“i tried it on at 2 diff stores with weight in it and it squeezed my kidneys..it felt like the Embrace of pain...*shrugs*..my search continues”

“I've been eyeing that pack. I'm gonna get a lighter pack soon I just don't know which one yet.”

“I've had the G for a while and like the way it fits but I don't like the way the lid design is. It stays at the middle of the back of the pack.

I may get rid of mine here soon. I tried on the Granite Gear packs and really like the way they feel and has more traditional features of a regular pack but is lightweight.

But the G has been a great pack so far.”

“I'm patiently waiting for next year's line of Granite Gear pack to be released. Having read reviews of their packs, and getting to check out one of them, the only thing reviews and I don't like are the way the side pockets don't really have much room for items when the pack is full. I'll bet they'll improve on the design in next year's line wrt this issue...THEN, I plan to purchase a Vapor Trail.”

“I have them sitting here already Buddur. I get a preview of any design changes next week.”

“I just got a new G-pack myself. I love the harness, just as comfy as my Forester. No when I get new sleeping bag my big 3 will weigh close to 5lbs!
My outfitter has a Mountainsmith Wisp on sale for $179.00 1lb 5oz. hmmmm!”

“Yeah, I've been looking at new sleeping pads and bags as well. ~sigh~
Ah, but for the money!”

“Picked up 2 new lightweight REI t-shirts and two pairs of superlight boxer briefs. I am now officially set for gear for my upcoming 9 day extravaganza!!”

“.....I will be able to post on this thread tomorrow......”

“I just picked up a Markill Hot Rod stove.”

“After work, I stopped by the beer store, then made way for my house. I took the long way home. I go south on the road that leads to my house.....what's this? Is that a Fed Ex truck I just pulled in front of.....and it's following me as I turn right on to my street.....and pulls up behind me.....COOL!!!!

I jump outta the car, meet the guy at the truck. I ask if he's here for my address and he sez yep! Why does getting new stuff in the mail excite me so?

So with that....I gloat:

2 Pairs of Royal Robbins Convertable pants, one charcoal, one Navy....very nice. They have a cool "gather" at the bottom so I can peg them (quite, Tarabull!!) No floppies!

One Golite ultralite snow cap - gotta go back. I like it, but it appears I'm a little bigger headed than I thought. I need a large. And to think when people called me that, they were right.....

One Marmot PreCip rain hat. Let's seen if it's better than my REI elements, which sucks!

And one folding saw. Hey, it was 5 bucks. It might work.”

“Sweet! That reminds me. I have to order someting now too! Got to keep REI in business.”

“Sounds like some really cool stuff Q. Gonna get to try it this wknd too?”

“I've got the precip boonie hat, although i don't know where it is right now. I like it. I hardly use the hood now that I have that hat. But royal blue hats don't exactly match burnt orange, or whatever color MH calls it.”

“Is that the same as "International" or "Sharkbait" orange?”

“I don't know, but I'd definitely offend those who think you should only wear neutral colors so as to not take away from their experiencing the "true outdoors"”

“birch - yep! good timing!!

Stickmanwalking - I saw that hat at REI Outlet also. I thought about getting it, but I saw it after I placed my order. Maybe with the Golite return I'll get that. Also, I have a PreCip in that orange. Marmot calls it "Paprika"..LOL!”

“I just got a new Red Ledge rain jacket. I've had the pants for about a year and like them. The jacket is a lot lighter and more compact than my old raincoat.
dawn”

“I just bought me some Palmolive DishWipes. They come pre-treated with dish liquid. You just wet them and wash your dishes. Thought that's pretty neet.

one less bottle to carry.”

“gemini..nice heads up on those..i'll have to go find some”

“Sass and I got our new Big Agnes Zirkel 20 degrees down bags and our new Big Agnes sleep pads... even with no power UPS keeps goin...”

“I just got the Big Agnes REM sleeping pad. Sweet!”

“It seems like alot of people are buying there gear.

I might have to look into some of it.


8)”

“isn't binkley selling their gear?”

“Yes, we got it through Binks.”

“Oh ya I got it and its on its way!


Bibler Bipod Bivy

Price: $248.95
Sale Price: $199.16
Quantity on hand: 6





Description of Bibler Bipod Bivy:

The Bibler Bipod Bivy is both functional and comfortable. A shock-corded Easton aluminum pole arches over the head and shoulder area to provide a roomy space so you won't feel claustrophobic. A large zippered entry on the Bipod Bivy provides easy access, great ventilation and rolls back to reveal a generously sized, no-see-um net door. You can check out the stars, feel a pleasant breeze on your face - without the local mosquito masquerade joining your party.

Bottom Line: A lightweight bivy sack that adds comfort and protection to any bivouac.


Place Order:




Features of Bibler Bipod Bivy:

Material: Todd Tex™
Seam sealed: Seam-taped
Number of doors: 1
Bathtub floor: Yes
Ventilation: Mesh Panel
Number of poles: 1
Clip or sleeve: Sleeve
Interior height: N/A
Vestibule footage: None
Packed size: 10in. long & 5in. diameter
Packed weight: 1 lb 13 oz
Minimal weight: 1 lb 13 oz.
Warranty: limited
Recommended use: Designed to bridge the gap between the tripod bivy and the hooped bivy, this thing is ultra-functional, and comfy!


I am so exicted!!!!!!!!!!!!


8D”

“Cool dude...I luv my bivy. 8-)

I got a NF Tigger 20F sleeping bag for my 6yr old daughter. It's 2 pounds and for kids up to 5ft tall.

She also got a fleece jacket and some long sleeve T's.

AND, she also got a new MountainSmith 1500cc daypack which fits her perfect for short backpacking trips. It has bungie cords on it that's perfect for holding her sleeping pad.

Now we're ready for Fall to get here!!!!”

“I can't wait to use it!!!!!


Thats cool that your kids like to go backpacking!

8)”

“Cool CMB - And I thought the Solitaire was small - you are going even more compact.

MDS - I'll be there in about 6 years so take good notes for me.”

“Like being in a tin can just the way I love it!

8)

Snug as a bug in a rug!”

“I'm cringing to just read about it. How do these work when it is pouring rain?”

“100% No Water!


8)”

“new gear - well sort of

a new pot to boil water in -

a Heineken 24 ounce can with the top cut off - my lightest weight and cheapest pot yet - $2.60 at Sheetz - too bad about the beer

works well with the Ion stove - the pot support from the Ion stove is just about perfect fit into the depression in the bottom of the pot”

“...for the osprey ariel 60. I sure hope this is a pack that finally feels comfortable. I am tired of buying packs that I don't like. It was on sale for $179. I ordered teh yellow one :) I like yellow!”

“Please keep us up to date on the field use, how it holds up, tip factors, ect.
Very interesting...”

“Recieved my Patagonia Rincon fleece hoody, bought last week on sale. Plan to replace my heavier 300 wt jacket. 6 oz. lighter, rolls up smaller, and this thing is so soft.”

“how soft is it, LS? ;)”

“Bought some Columbia Sawtooth shoes yesterday. I figure that for most hiking around Ky/Tn, I don't need boots, plus these were on sale for 50 bones or so. Should I try to spray something on them? They're mesh and suede, or whatever you call the textured leather.

Also, at Wally World today, I found a Starter brand shirt that's some kind of wicking stuff similar to dri clime. They call it dri star. It's pretty neat for $10, long sleeve with a zipper at the neck. To me it feels as good as the coolmax stuff that costs way more.”

“I just ordered up an 8oz MH powergrid polartech zip neck fleece. I've been watching it at STP for awhile and the price dropped down to $28! It started out at $76. I hope it shows up tomorrow. The 100 weight polartech top it's replacing is holey and worn, bought it used @ REI for $7 and it's probably one of the more commonly used items I have. I could survive with it on our nine day trip but geeze, why the heck didn't I pay for three day air delivery?!”

“Did you get it off the webpage or out of the catalog? Which page?”

“It's a womens' and it's item #40687. I sign up for the email sale notices.”

“ahh, well...do you think a really skinny guy could fit in a woman's size?


j/k”

“I bet you could but you might look alittle silly if the top flares out for the female hip. ;) I ordered two, one twelve one ten....if the twelve's too big it's yours Stickmanwalking!”

“I'll just wear my lumbar pack under it and everyone will think I'm a dumpy balding 30 year old man.”

“Due to a number orips and tears, including the most recent one in the backside, I have retired my ole' Columbia convertible pants (5 years) and bought some MH convertibles (on sale of course).”

“Chamois lining? Pure heaven!”

“I just got my new Cascade Pack from ALPS Mountaineering. I purchased it on their Pro Tester Program. Very nice pack to say the least. I'm very happy with my purchase. Plus I also purchased the new ALPS Blue Ridge -20 Mummy Bag. I needed a new winter bag. The bag fits mt perfect, especially in the shoulders. I'll use it this coming Winter when I camp.”

“I don't know what OhioHiker said, but I'm sure he got some Alps gear.

ALPS sucks, don't buy it.”

“ALPS is good! Do buy it!”

“Something about you both being from Ohio, and you needing a roommate, and when could he start moving his stuff in. Oh, and he hopes you don't mind that he's an Ohio State fan.”