[pct-l] More on Mt. Rainier death

[Tortoise]

A 0F bag is probably overkill; but being able to survive a 0F nite is NOT. 
The weather in the mountains can change quite quickly; even the Sierra.


Tortoise

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RJ Lewis wrote:
> Lived at the base of Rainier for nearly 5 years....indeed it is very 
> changeable- they say these type of mountains make their own weather. 
> Another good reason to always make sure you are prepared when going out 
> on adventures like this, especially in a year like this, with its 
> unusual and wet weather patterns.
> 
> Heh, and folks laugh at me for always taking a 0F rated bag into the 
> mountains.......
> 
> I'm very sorry for the folks who got caught out there on 
> Rainier......what a sad day. :(
> 
> RJ