[pct-l] Shakedown trip

[Kevin Cook]

Paul, can you take extra clothes or a slightly warmer quilt/bag? I realize
it's not as accurate a simulation, but as long as you realize the
differences, it should still be beneficial.

I'm trying to figure out where we can squeeze in a shakedown hike. I have
several pieces of new gear. I'm sure they will all be fine. I'd still like
to do just an overnight to try them all out. Sure... that's it... I'm
"testing" my new gear.

I just want to hike! LOL

On Fri, Mar 25, 2011 at 8:37 PM, <dnielsen at djmurphycompany.com> wrote:

> Not to make you feel bad Paul but I did a nice hike today in shorts and a
> t-shirt.  Saw my second rattle snake of the season, right next to the trail
> of course, pounded my walking stick for the next 2 miles. Cactus flowers
> are
> blooming. I have been getting some good gear tests on overnighters but I
> also would like to get in a multi day shortly. Need to go north to test my
> bag and Contrail again as those are on the bubble.  If I don't leave soon
> the double wall Hubba and a new WM Versalite 15 degree bag could end up in
> my pack. I am no Canadian and likely to freeze in the snow. And I really
> hate that in rains inside my single wall tent. The recent CA rain/snow
> videos are concerning.
>
> Your just going to have to take some warmer gear with you I think for your
> test and do some side by side. I have done that previously and did less
> mileage with more weight.
>
> Good luck, be safe.
>
>
>
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