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I think you meant, you can get a covert scarf...that's NOT made in Canada.
If they weren't paid less, then the production would still be in
Canada.
However, all these "fair" points of view are usually narrow, and singularly focused i.e. suspension of reality.
I mean, throwing in the Chinese ownership of US debt making it a complex situation vs a simple one would undermine the simple "moral" high ground.
Anyway, I hope the innovation continues and that the quality is not sacrificed.
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New Balance does put out nice trail runners.
Adidas used to have a model that was great for me - the TR (trail response).
As for the lateral business, it seems to me that some models are
"outdoor" running shoes, and some are "trail runners", with the former being re-badged shoes with beefier soles, and the latter being a ground-up design.
Also go for #2.
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I am a fan of my Arc'teryx Borea.
Great carry, can remove the hipbelt to slap on a webbing one...side zips makes it easy to organize (think, like a suitcase).
Is about 48 litres, but you can easily lash/secure a pocket, or weave a bungee through the daisies of the flat backpanel.
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Just checked all my "posts".
Well kweb, hope you've tried the "hot" yoga.
The other benefit with heat, is that your overall blodflow and condition is warmed up, not just major groups, and since everything is more or less ready to go, it facilitates better stretching.
I figure you ought to go 2x a week.
When going, water-load the night before. You lose a fair bit of water during sleep, so by counteracting it with water loading before bed, you will be in a better starting position for the next days' hot yoga session.
^^Just something I thought of.
Note: I've always wanted one of those boards. Have a link to the model?
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Surgery helped me. Remember, everything is a case by case basis.
You have to look at the pro's and con's, and that post surgery you will probably continue to lose muscle (self-explanatory).
If it's your last hope, don't put it off.
One thing that might help in general is improving your flexibility and smaller connective tissues/stabilizers. This will help in alignment, posture and thereby decrease the odds of re-injury and
painful moments in general.
I suggest doing Bikram yoga. It's yoga for flexibility done in a very hot steam room. This gets the blood going, so your muslcles are ALL super warm (your whole self), and allows for good overall stretching, not just muscle groups.
If everything is working together better, should be better off in the long run.
Lemme know what ya think/if this helped.
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Check out MEC - www.mec.ca
Good selection of packs, very good quality, unbelievable pricing.
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^^Yeah, certain things have bare minimum weights and lighter wieght ppl have a higher weight to body weight ratio.
Sucks, but that's the way it is!
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^^You are on point with your post.
I find it funny when ppl wrinkle their nose at my army sweater: a CDN Forces (military) "wooly pully" sweater is the best $$$ for a winter wool sweater there is.
They are about $30-40 CDN NEW - and are sized like suits, so you can get 40", 46" Tall, whatever, they are ribbed vertically so every size has some stretch for layering,
and are supremely durable.
Also, they are amazingly warm.
MattP: These guys know what you are talkin' about:
http://home.primus.ca/~dooley/climbing/squamish/grandwall/freaks/grandfreaks.html
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Finding the climber who died with the most toys.....
come on! He wasn't gonna need those shades anymore :-P
Crackers makes a good point on size - 6'5 = you need more space. If you eat more or pack extras ppl don't usually bring (I always bring extra snacks and coffee/cocoa)
then get a pack that think fits.
Just don't forget about the option of 1 item outside the pack in a pocket/whatever.
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The literature of I've come across has the same consensus:
MSR denali is the way to go.
Just hoping to pick up something that you can't see coming w/o actual use ex: in -40 0C the 7076 stays in my pack flexed PERFECTLY when I used the load lifters.
^^Means more than "7076 is cooler than 6061"
Thansk for the speedy replies!
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Softshells are very wind resistant - depending on the fabric!
Hardshells are waterproof.
Softshells allow more heat to escape so you don't get wet/sweat on the inside as much.
I used to have a really usefull piece from MTn hardwear,
it was "tempest" jacket - virtually waterproof, and had a microfleece lining, so when it rained - and thus got cold with a t-shirt - the lining kept me jsut right w/o overheating.
Soemthing to look into maybe?
For light precip when wearing a softshell, I keep an activent hoody in my pack. Probably weighs the same as the hood of a softshell alone, so....a good working combo.
The way I decided to get a softshell, was that for the extra $$$, I got a more durable, versatile piece.
I have a gamma SV from arc'teryx.
^^My logic: I get the warmth of a fleece, but I don't need a secondary layer to keep the wind out. With my activent hoody I'm good for a lot of conditions and would be more comfortable that with a fleece/g-tex combo.
My softshell will last a LOT longer, and keeps you dry relatively in light precip. I also run a little cold so...part of my process.
^^the gamma sv is also a relative warm item.
Hope this helped!
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Curious for feedback with ppl with more experience:
Any system/superior to any others?
Or at a certain price range, it just comes down to rosewood or
mahogany? i.e. personal preference?
I'm looking for one for winter hiking and that can take me up a steep 6400ft peak.
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Another pitch for ya - Arc'teryx Borea - 47 litres.
So basically overstuff it a little `till you get your gear down, or get a side pocket...Plus you will ALWAYS find a way to fill a bigger pack.
Add-on pockets, or a bungee is a "last ditch" solution.
I like the borea's pocket set up, the 7076 which flexes well in cold temps, and the kangaroo pocket with the side zip.
It allows you to organize like a briefcase with the pack on its side: main comp. and kang. zips are parallel.
^^This also allows for a bungee through the daisys.
http://www.arcteryx.com/product.aspx?Borea#
I'm *incidentally* selling one.
But I agree with EricB that used is good.
2 Used packs for the price of 1 new one = more options.
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VE-25 is tight for 3 people.
It's listed as a 3man tent, and if being cozy is fine, then 3 is ok. but it really is a 2man with space tent.
As for durable, VE-25 is a time tested design.
From what I gather from online info, the exped. is $80more,
same square footage, 1 extra pole.
^^If those are correct, then I'd go with the VE-25 hands down
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Not pay shipping?
It's a very well thoughtout, relatively light daypack for only $50 bucks!
It's pretty durable - dyneema grid - and you're supporting a company that actually supports the environment.
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Too heavy? maybe you are thinking of the gamma MX?
I have the alpha comp jacket, it is an excellent all around piece.
As for weight, I got it without the hood, and keep a
patagonia "pneumatic" anorak in my pack.
^^small, light, and the material is activent (thin gore)
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If you are looking for a simmer control -
I would go with the Primus omnifuel, since it's a solid item and takes bottles and cannisters.
And the pump is metal
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I like my XGK II.
mine has the solid fuel line, but they went back to a flexible line, and added "feet", and pot stabilizers with teeth.
Not sure if the flexible line is gain/loss over function.
flexible = packable, solid = less buildup?
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I have had the gamma's for a year, but never used for ice.
THe one thing to know is that they are NOT windproof.
If it's windy, your hands will get cold pretty fast.
I have to locate my thin 2-nd skin liner gloves and try them out and see if that helps.
Outside of the wind issue, they fit great and and have unbelievable dexterity. Think of...leather driving gloves.
Also, the pull tabs on the cuffs are great - when getting the 2nd one on the tab says "bite me"
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I haven't tried mine out in snowy conditions, but I have in wet ones, and what I do is keep a very light, no frills windbreaker with me. simple nylon hooded pullovers pop up non and then on ebay, however I got lucky and scored an activent one
This way, if you have a jacket, you get full protection with a lot of flexibility.
Activent also cuts wind/very water resistant, so if th softshell gets too hot, toss the activent/other over a regular fleece/sweater.
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Anyone use one of the new packs in serious rain?
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I would get the kangaroo pocket for convenience.
Possibly with an all weather flap. For small items, it's invaluable.
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Arc'teryx packs are great - try ebay and get a used one.
Saw a Bora 70, started out low.
Since it is perceived as "Dated" becaue they update all the designs, you can get a great backpack for a good deal less than the amount you would have paid jut a year or two ago.
Unless you want to go straight to new, then Arc'teryx's fabric is pretty waterproof.
That's a bonus in getting the new packs.
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HA! That's nothing!
These guys in NYC - ghettofabulous types - have been hoarding and buying up north face steeptech jackets. They even have meets! Like 12 guys in 92-98 steeptech gear, petty funny
Arc'teryx Jackets now Made in China?
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My Nozone is still going strong.