[pct-l] NEW TOPIC
Melissa Buehler
mbuehler_20 at hotmail.com
Thu Feb 25 19:56:00 CST 2010
I am not sure how this email list works, but I would like to post a topic for an upcoming email.
Topic: Eastern Sierra Food Drops
I am interested in doing food drops for the PCT hikers this summer of 2010. I am living in Mammoth Lakes and I can drop food anywhere from Lone Pine to Tahoe this summer. I have access to a Vons (similar to a Safeway), a natural food store and an awesome mountaineering store (Mammoth Mountaineering). Please email me if you are interested in this service. We can line up dates, a location and food. Best of luck to everyone attempting the PCT this year! I hope to see you all in the Eastern Sierras!
Thanks,
Melissa Buehler
BuehlerBulkFoods at gmail.com
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> 1. Backpacks (Elisabeth M. Chaplin)
> 2. Women's backpack - Golite Pinnacle on sale... (Jeffrey Olson)
> 3. Re: Postholer Printed PCT Maps Around The Corner!!! (Ken Powers)
> 4. Re: Sleeping Bag Advice for the Sierra (patti kulesz)
> 5. Re: Backpacks (Mike Cunningham)
> 6. Re: Carpool to 3/26 snow course from socal (Eugene)
> 7. Snow south of Kennedy Meadows (jwhahn)
> 8. Re: Snow south of Kennedy Meadows (Paul Bodnar)
> 9. Hiker Trash pins!!!! (patti kulesz)
> 10. Maps (dan kayser)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:28:15 -0800
> From: "Elisabeth M. Chaplin" <echaplin at gmail.com>
> Subject: [pct-l] Backpacks
> To: pct-l at backcountry.net
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> Crystal,
> I too am weighing my options, with the hope that I can streamline my gear
> for 2011, so I'm very interested to see what advice you get and what you
> ultimately decide on. I guess I've committed myself to the idea of sucking
> up the extra cost and purchasing my top picks to try out -- I figure I can
> probably sell them used or lend them out to friends in the future. Probably
> a luxury you don't have if you're starting this spring!
>
> With that said, the Granite Gear Vapor Ki (as well as brother Vapor Trail)
> seem to be well reviewed as far as performance and comfort -- the lack of
> pockets seems to be the only major gripe I've consistently found. I am
> curious if anyone has modified their pack so that it does have sort of front
> access pocket or similar? Also, I would probably want to sew in a front
> zipper -- I've always enjoyed that extra access, and I think the extra
> weight would be worthwhile to me. But as someone else mentioned, it seems
> that regardless of the pack, you just have to learn how to be organized and
> work with what you've got!
>
> My top picks so far (research only, no practical experience) are the GG
> Vapor Ki or the ULA (probably Ohm?). I've been curious about the women's
> specific cuts and whatnot -- have any ladies on the list found non-women
> specific packs to be problematic? I know that I noticed a huge comfort
> difference between mens/womens' within the Osprey line, for example, mainly
> in the cut of the shoulder straps.
>
> Anyhow, best of luck this spring, and please do let me know what you've
> decided on :)
> Lizzie.
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 2
> Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:46:02 -0700
> From: Jeffrey Olson <jolson at olc.edu>
> Subject: [pct-l] Women's backpack - Golite Pinnacle on sale...
> To: pct-l at backcountry.net
> Message-ID: <4B86C56A.4080808 at olc.edu>
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> http://www.sunnysports.com/Prod/CategoryID_2179/Context_2144/Sort_Stock/DescSort_0/GOLPCW.html?Hit=1
>
> On 2/25/2010 11:28 AM, Elisabeth M. Chaplin wrote:
> > Crystal,
> > I too am weighing my options, with the hope that I can streamline my gear
> > for 2011, so I'm very interested to see what advice you get and what you
> > ultimately decide on. I guess I've committed myself to the idea of sucking
> > up the extra cost and purchasing my top picks to try out -- I figure I can
> > probably sell them used or lend them out to friends in the future. Probably
> > a luxury you don't have if you're starting this spring!
> >
> > With that said, the Granite Gear Vapor Ki (as well as brother Vapor Trail)
> > seem to be well reviewed as far as performance and comfort -- the lack of
> > pockets seems to be the only major gripe I've consistently found. I am
> > curious if anyone has modified their pack so that it does have sort of front
> > access pocket or similar? Also, I would probably want to sew in a front
> > zipper -- I've always enjoyed that extra access, and I think the extra
> > weight would be worthwhile to me. But as someone else mentioned, it seems
> > that regardless of the pack, you just have to learn how to be organized and
> > work with what you've got!
> >
> > My top picks so far (research only, no practical experience) are the GG
> > Vapor Ki or the ULA (probably Ohm?). I've been curious about the women's
> > specific cuts and whatnot -- have any ladies on the list found non-women
> > specific packs to be problematic? I know that I noticed a huge comfort
> > difference between mens/womens' within the Osprey line, for example, mainly
> > in the cut of the shoulder straps.
> >
> > Anyhow, best of luck this spring, and please do let me know what you've
> > decided on :)
> > Lizzie.
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> Message: 3
> Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:22:33 -0800
> From: Ken Powers <ken at gottawalk.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Postholer Printed PCT Maps Around The Corner!!!
> To: "Postholer" <public at postholer.com>, <pct-l at backcountry.net>
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> Thanks for posting how you made these maps. I was very interested in the
> process.
>
> It sounds like a lot of work getting the base maps arranged.
>
> Ken
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Postholer" <public at postholer.com>
> To: <pct-l at backcountry.net>
> Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2010 7:37 PM
> Subject: [pct-l] Postholer Printed PCT Maps Around The Corner!!!
>
>
> Yep, that's right!
>
> Here's section 'A' in digital format. Rip it apart. Tell me what's wrong and
> what you'd like to see:
>
> http://postholer.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=812
>
> For best viewing print 1 or more of them out. 8.5 x 11, shrink to fit, no
> margins.
>
> -postholer
> ------------------------------------
> Trail Journals, Google Trail Maps, Forums: http://postholer.com
> Pacific Crest Trail Photo Atlas: http://postholer.com/photoAtlas.php
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>
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> Message: 4
> Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:20:23 -0800 (PST)
> From: patti kulesz <peprmintpati88 at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Sleeping Bag Advice for the Sierra
> To: pct-l at backcountry.net, Jeremy Caves <jeremy.caves at gmail.com>
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> I use synthetic b/c I don't believe in the down process of getting the feathers off the birds...no they don't die they just suffer four times a year for the first four years of their lives...but I found that the synthetic is just as good and sometimes can be compressed down just as small depending on the bag. I sleep cold too...I had a zero degree bag b/c I sleep so cold. Just depends on the pad I used a Z-rest in the beginning but the Sierras was colder so i switched to the Neoair and it made a world of difference with the heat factor.
>
> patti?Sugar Moma PCT 09!
> www.hikestrong2010.com?hiking again in 2010 for cancer!?
>
> --- On Thu, 2/25/10, Jeremy Caves <jeremy.caves at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> From: Jeremy Caves <jeremy.caves at gmail.com>
> Subject: [pct-l] Sleeping Bag Advice for the Sierra
> To: pct-l at backcountry.net
> Date: Thursday, February 25, 2010, 4:28 AM
>
> Hello y'all,
>
> I'm hiking the PCT with two friends, and one of my friends is looking
> for a new sleeping bag.? I sleep very cold, so I generally carry a
> sleeping bag rated to a lower temperature than most people would carry.?
> Thus, I thought I query this listserve to see what you guys thought was
> a good sleeping bag rating for the Sierras (we'll be there mid June into
> July).? Also, what are your thoughts on down vs. synthetic?? I've owned
> a down for a long-time now, so I'm not sure if synthetics are now as
> good (weight and temperature-wise) as down bags.
>
>
> Thanks for any advice you guys have!
> Jeremy
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> Message: 5
> Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:02:16 -0800 (PST)
> From: Mike Cunningham <hikermiker at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Backpacks
> To: pct-l at backcountry.net, "Elisabeth M. Chaplin" <echaplin at gmail.com>
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> I have a GG Vapor Trail & I modified it by adding on two ready? made side pockets. That added some weight but allowed me to carry what I needed & let me find what I wanted without digging through the entire pack.
> ?
> FWIW I replaced it with a Golite Jam II.
> ?
> hm
>
> --- On Thu, 2/25/10, Elisabeth M. Chaplin <echaplin at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>
> From: Elisabeth M. Chaplin <echaplin at gmail.com>
> Subject: [pct-l] Backpacks
> To: pct-l at backcountry.net
> Date: Thursday, February 25, 2010, 1:28 PM
>
>
> Crystal,
> I too am weighing my options, with the hope that I can streamline my gear
> for 2011, so I'm very interested to see what advice you get and what you
> ultimately decide on. I guess I've committed myself to the idea of sucking
> up the extra cost and purchasing my top picks to try out -- I figure I can
> probably sell them used or lend them out to friends in the future. Probably
> a luxury you don't have if you're starting this spring!
>
> With that said, the Granite Gear Vapor Ki (as well as brother Vapor Trail)
> seem to be well reviewed as far as performance and comfort -- the lack of
> pockets seems to be the only major gripe I've consistently found. I am
> curious if anyone has modified their pack so that it does have sort of front
> access pocket or similar? Also, I would probably want to sew in a front
> zipper -- I've always enjoyed that extra access, and I think the extra
> weight would be worthwhile to me. But as someone else mentioned, it seems
> that regardless of the pack, you just have to learn how to be organized and
> work with what you've got!
>
> My top picks so far (research only, no practical experience) are the GG
> Vapor Ki or the ULA (probably Ohm?). I've been curious about the women's
> specific cuts and whatnot -- have any ladies on the list found non-women
> specific packs to be problematic? I know that I noticed a huge comfort
> difference between mens/womens' within the Osprey line, for example, mainly
> in the cut of the shoulder straps.
>
> Anyhow, best of luck this spring, and please do let me know what you've
> decided on :)
> Lizzie.
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> Message: 6
> Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:36:13 -0800
> From: Eugene <atetuna at hotmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Carpool to 3/26 snow course from socal
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>
> Still looking for a carpool. Even more so after finding out my hiking partner doesn't know how to drive a stick.
>
>
>
> Eugene
>
>
>
> From: atetuna at hotmail.com
> To: pct-l at backcountry.net
> Subject: [pct-l] Carpool to 3/26 snow course from socal
> Date: Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:29:16 -0800
>
>
>
> I wanted to see if anyone has open seats to carpool to Tahoe for MtnNed's snow course. Currently I have a small car which is only big enough for me, my hiking partner and my gear. If anyone is going up in a bigger vehicle and has extra seats, I'll be happy to share fuel expenses. I'm flexible on how to divy up the costs, especially since it's not my car getting the wear and tear. Other expenses may be shared as well. It'd be awesome if you're in the San Diego area, but I may be able to meet you elsewhere.
>
> While carpooling may not save us much money, doing a long drive usually takes me a couple days to recover from. Since my hiking partner and I are starting the PCT shortly after the snow course, it'd be very nice to feel as normal as possible in those few days between the snow course and our start date.
>
> Please let me know if you're open to this. Feel free to reply to the list, or to me directly by email (leaftye at hotmail.com) or my cell (619-873-5065).
>
> Thanks,
> Eugene
>
>
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> Message: 7
> Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:01:08 -0500
> From: jwhahn <jwhahn52 at gmail.com>
> Subject: [pct-l] Snow south of Kennedy Meadows
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> Does anyone know if the PCT is clear enough to hike south from Kennedy
> Meadows?
>
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> Message: 8
> Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:16:50 -0500
> From: Paul Bodnar <paulbodnar at hotmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Snow south of Kennedy Meadows
> To: <jwhahn52 at gmail.com>, pct-L backcountry.net
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> > Does anyone know if the PCT is clear enough to hike south from Kennedy
> > Meadows?
>
>
> Snow was observed above about 5200 feet South of Tehachapi. In places between mile markers 503-507 (mostly patches) and 547-554 (deeper fields of snow experienced, some places over two feet deep) on February 13 and 14. Average speed through snow was about 8 miles a day, 20+ miles when there was no snow. Hiked from Tehachapi to Agua Dulce. Hope to continue south after getting some new gear to test out. See AsABats water report for additional details.
>
>
>
> Hope to see you on the trail.
>
>
>
> Paul
>
>
> > Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:01:08 -0500
> > From: jwhahn52 at gmail.com
> > To: pct-l at backcountry.net
> > Subject: [pct-l] Snow south of Kennedy Meadows
> >
> > Does anyone know if the PCT is clear enough to hike south from Kennedy
> > Meadows?
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> Message: 9
> Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:23:42 -0800 (PST)
> From: patti kulesz <peprmintpati88 at yahoo.com>
> Subject: [pct-l] Hiker Trash pins!!!!
> To: pctl <pct-l at backcountry.net>
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> hey y'all the pins finally came in!?
> Black background with white letters...1 1/4 inch diameter...$3.00 each and a self addressed stamped envelope or see me at KO! email me for my address....trail angels get them free of course cuz we love and appreciate y'all sooooooo much! And u ARE hiker trash!
>
> patti?Sugar Moma PCT 09!
> www.hikestrong2010.com?hiking again in 2010 for cancer!?
>
>
>
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> Message: 10
> Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 22:32:15 +0000
> From: dan kayser <yoyodadio at msn.com>
> Subject: [pct-l] Maps
> To: <pct-l at backcountry.net>
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> Hello,
>
>
> I am planning a PCT thru hike in 2011 and would like to know what people recommend for maps? Are the series of maps produced by the U.S. Forest Service that are for sale through the PCTA sufficient, worth the price, pros/cons?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Dan
>
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