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why are they bleeding? thats just spooky!

I LOVE IT!!!! "Is this a harmful Cheeseburger or something" Thanks, I needed that

I think it is a great idea to take away resources that would actually help in preventing the loss of American lives. Lets face it, I am much more likely to be killed by a stray bullet that was meant for the interim President of Iraq than to hurt myself hiking in the Cascades. Keep up the good work Bush!

Are these the older ones (1st gen) or the beefier ones ("Nx01 NRS" on the side)?

So far no problems with mine. They have held up great. Of couse they are still sitting in the box in my closet, but.....no problems with 'em!

Patagonia? Thats a clothing company. I have been all over this world to places like Tijuana, Vancouver BC and Cincinnatti. I think I would know if there was a country named after a clothing company. Geesh. Nice try though. Seriously though, that is a good price. can it be ordered on the net?

nope, extra #21. Thats right! I forgot on account I have 3 extra.

extra Y chromosome #23 = Downs Syndrome right?

Check out the 3m RainShield stuff. Waterproof and supposedly breathable. Not plastic but a paper-like fabric material. Weighs only ounces. My jacket with hood is 6-8 ounces. Downsides are neon yellow and it is squeeky (which could get annoying), also probably not super durable. Not sure I am ready to replace my hardshell with it just yet but I may give it a shot on my next trip. Take my softshell and that as a backup. I think it is the same stuff they make bio suits out of. Super cheap too. Mine was like $12 on sale.

Aw Man!! He was the Best. Wish I could have seen him in person. RIP

Man that is f'd up! We should give the seals hand guns or shivs. Let's see who makes a coat out of who. And Oly, don't worry the seals are just passed out after a long night of cherry jello shots with aftershock chasers. They will be ok. Those nice men with the clubs are there to help.

I like his buddy's reaction "d'ju film it?"

get it bee careful.....whatever Heard this last night on AM radio, interesting. Apparently over 50% of californias honeybee population has died in the last 6 months. This is due to some asian mite that is killing them. The mite is resistant to pesticides. The effects of this would be severly diminished seeded fruit crops (berries, watermellons, citrus, etc) to the point where the would just not be available anymore. But one of the biggest worries is for the almond growers of california, who produce 80% of the WORLDS almond crop. I guess this is not isolated to California either (worldwide problem). It has gotten so bad that California is asking that anyone who has hives heed that call. Anyone hear about this? Wacky I tell ya!!

I have an MEC hardshell (zenith I think, $282 US) that I am very happy with. It is similar to ArcTeryx. Very high quality and tough as nails as well. It weighs about 26oz though. I also have a Mtn Hardwear Manticore hybrid that I am pleased with so far. I have not taken it up to the hills yet though. It is light-ish (22oz), comfortable, and allows for lots of movement. ArcTeryx Theta SL at 15oz and the LT is 21oz would be pretty sweet, but you will pay for it ( you do get what you pay for with arcTeryx). The theta AR is 23oz BTW. If you are interested in the Manticore check out backcountry.com and campmor. good luck Kyle

My seat warmer is a drive through visit to Taco Bell.

No shit, it only seats seven!! "could you hand me my drink....No the other one.....to the left.....no the other left. Thanks"

Finally! Subaru has given into the demand for useless luxury SUV's. Complete with standard heated seats, navigation systems, 10 cup holders, seating for 7, heated side mirrors, and 250 horsepower, and a color pallet including opals, and pearls. Granola yuppies rejoice! http://www.subaru.com/sub/b9/init.html made your url clickable - gotta keep up standards even in SPRAY. thanks SB, sorry.

I bought my chi and chakra at REI. I exchanged them for a 4 season tent. in retrospect not such a good idea.

Well unfortunately I do not have a ton of advice for you. I have a pair of Karhu Metas (120cm) that I am looking to do the same thing with. I will probably mount them back just a bit. My biggest problem right now is that I have no bindings. If you find another pair of old silvrettas lying around for cheap let me know! and let me know how you like your set up once you have tried it out. Kyle

That's Joe Boxer!?!? sweet!

My '91 Land Cruiser runs off of bunnies and spotted owls. gets 2 gallons per mile. but thats on premium (baby seals and spotted owls) I LOVE it!

Yeah that is a long thread...and I have no attention span. Sorry if I repeat or just sound stupid but..... I am kinda getting the idea that we have enough oil just no where to refine it. It makes me wonder whats up when the prez can convince over half the country war is good, but he can not convince our oil companies to build more refineries. But why would he do that.....that would just mean oil companies would have to spend millions/billions on refineries which would only serve to lower damand and thereby decrease price. GW would not want to piss off his big money buddies in the oil industry. So seems to me this will not solve anything.

"I´m in Argentina right now" Sweeeeet! How is it?

Screw you man!! REI and I will work it out. We'll be just fine!! REI loves me. It was built for me and me alone. OH GOD YOU'RE RIGHT, ITS OVER!!! REI is a fickle fickle tease. "come to me I have cheap stuff", "NO! GO AWAY, we don't carry that anymore" Why...... ........Why.......... ......Why? (psssssttt......i still love you baby, i'll be back) well put chuck

Listen you little tool. Its 16,000´signatures in 3 months from active members (and no, they won´t give you a list) to be on the board ballot. And only 2 members can be from this process, the rest are board nominations.The rest of your points show you be the dumbass everyone treats REI employees as. Management does listen to forums like this, and responds quite quickly to angry letters. Trying to head off reform? Uh Oh! someone is cranky again. Time for a vacation back to SA?