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  1. Bleh.. I'm not going to be able to make it this...

    Bleh.. I'm not going to be able to make it this year folks, gutted but such is life. On a positive note we're heading to Jamaica next week, sure that'll cheer me up some.

    Have fun, enjoy the food...
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    FS: Both stoves sold. closing thread.

    Both stoves sold. closing thread.
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    FS: Emberlit SPF..

    Emberlit SPF..
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    FS: Bump & price drop, Emberlit UL + 2QZQ Pouch $50.

    Bump & price drop, Emberlit UL + 2QZQ Pouch $50.
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    FS: Bushcooker LT1 is sold.

    Bushcooker LT1 is sold.
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    FS: Wood Stoves - Bushcooker LT1 & Emberlit UL

    Both stoves used but are in good condition, easy assembly, no issues. Plenty of positive reviews of both around the web, no complaints from me about either just have too many stoves!

    Four Dog...
  7. FS: SPF............

    SPF............
  8. FS: See above.

    See above.
  9. FS: Sorry, didn't get a reply notice for some reason....

    Sorry, didn't get a reply notice for some reason.

    The 40 deg 3/4 is 55" long, the 20 deg 7/8 is 66" long - gives a little more neck and calf coverage and helps to create a better seal when the...
  10. FS: Bump, $410 shipped CONUS. Avail to ship...

    Bump, $410 shipped CONUS. Avail to ship immediately!
  11. FS: Thanksgiving bump, reducing price to $430 shipped...

    Thanksgiving bump, reducing price to $430 shipped CONUS.
  12. FS: Mon morning bump..

    Mon morning bump..
  13. FS: Pics!

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  14. FS: Beautiful UGQ Custom Stacking Zeppelin UQ Set (40+20=0, 3/4)

    This set consists of a 48" wide 3/4 length 40 degree, and a 44" wide 7/8 length 20 degree - this is the only underquilt set you will need for all 4 seasons!

    In the summer, use the 40. In the...
  15. I'm still planning on attending Friday, although...

    I'm still planning on attending Friday, although that's still dependent on the green light from my better half.

    I'm also staying at the AMC Cardigan Lodge right now, if you do hike the mountain on...
  16. FS: Sold. 1234567890

    Sold. 1234567890
  17. FS: Loco Libre 20 degree Habanero UQ (X-Long, Left, +2oz 800FP)

    Selling a LLG Habanero 20deg (link) (formerly called LongHot): Length Extended to 83", Inner Shell Color: Black Argon 67, Outer Shell Color: Brick Red Argon 90, Baffle Direction: Left Hand Lay...
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    $1,000 question: do the wavy ends (see KS video)...

    $1,000 question: do the wavy ends (see KS video) really help make it flatter and reduce shoulder squeeze?

    edit: oh, and nice review! appreciate the short ones!
  19. I'll be attending a conference at AMC Cardigan...

    I'll be attending a conference at AMC Cardigan Wed-Fri, so I need to clear my staying an extra night with the mrs. but I think it's doable. Since I'm right there anyway and have been eyeing this...
  20. Poll: I love the streamlined organization and the...

    I love the streamlined organization and the formula laden signup sheet, well done!

    Unfortunately I'm going to have to pass this year, I'm on duty with our 4 month old. I'm going to chisel the...
  21. Interested, would be 1-3 people.

    Interested, would be 1-3 people.
  22. I had a bunch of BU/BF Miras/Novas at one point....

    I had a bunch of BU/BF Miras/Novas at one point. At some point through the Nova production cycle (post-Mira) the machining of the parts went waaay downhill. Talking about things like needle bars with...
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    Here's the thing to keep in mind about needle...

    Here's the thing to keep in mind about needle feed/compound feed/walking foot machines: it won't make a bad DIYer good, but it will make a good DIYer better.

    Whether you're using a vintage...
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    I use 80/12 with Mara 70, although I generally...

    I use 80/12 with Mara 70, although I generally use Tera these days since it's less prone to twisting and I like the spools better.

    If the needle orientation is correct and the thread is going...
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    Love the saddlebags, nice work!

    Love the saddlebags, nice work!
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    I agree with kitsapcowboy on all points. For...

    I agree with kitsapcowboy on all points.

    For thinner synthetic quilts using the inside-out construction method, I generally make my outer shell larger than the inner by ( 2 x Insul Loft x .75 ),...
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    For amsteel, I use my round point knitting needle...

    For amsteel, I use my round point knitting needle and remove 3 strands at 4", 3", 2" from the end and then trim all 3 at once. Creates a nice smooth transition.

    For zing-it, I just use the spine...
  28. Thanks, appreciate the thought. Unfortunately,...

    Thanks, appreciate the thought.

    Unfortunately, looks like I'm going to need to take a raincheck on my own hike. I'm itching to see the area, was talking w/ the president of WNYMBA and they're in...
  29. I need to confirm later, sorry to say. My dad has...

    I need to confirm later, sorry to say. My dad has a recent cancer diagnosis, thought this weekend was clear but there may be some hospital support I need to assist with - should know by later this...
  30. Other than the clouds, the weather will be a nice...

    Other than the clouds, the weather will be a nice reprieve from wind and snow we've had. 65/50 on Fri, and an early night Sat with rain on my tarp sounds dreamy right now.


    Haven't been to Sonyea...
  31. If you can park nearby early on Sat and want to...

    If you can park nearby early on Sat and want to join up that would probably work too, still haven't sat down and figured out route specifics but at a glance it should be workable.
  32. Yes, I am. Weather forecast keeps getting...

    Yes, I am.

    Weather forecast keeps getting warmer - 72 on Friday now, which is mind boggling considering the driving snow we had this morning. Haven't gotten any further with planning particulars.
  33. @mbal1856 - Thanks for the endorsement & map! ...

    @mbal1856 - Thanks for the endorsement & map!

    @Danimal9 - hopefully you can make it, let me know!
  34. NY (Western) > Rock City & McCarty Hill State Forest Loop, Apr 13-15

    I've only known of this place from mountain biking, never been though and just found out it offers decent hiking as well. I am heading down in a little under two weeks, basically following this 24.8...
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    For apex I've always used (2 * insulation...

    For apex I've always used (2 * insulation thickness) added to outer length & width, or slightly less to avoid baggy fabric (i.e. x 0.9).

    In some of the quilt threads there are examples of adding...
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    3/16" tempered hardboard from local HD/Lowes...

    3/16" tempered hardboard from local HD/Lowes works great.
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    Yup, completely understand how it goes. Just...

    Yup, completely understand how it goes. Just thought I'd ask, thanks!
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    Wondering if there are any new colors planned for...

    Wondering if there are any new colors planned for HyperD 1.6 XL? With the exception of olive drab, all of the colors avail are rather bright. Some darker/muted ones (navy!!, tawny, green tea) would...
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    Med Backpack, ~65L (ULA, GG, Osprey, etc.)

    Prefer with medium belt (32" waist) or ability to swap belts. A ULA Circuit would be ideal.
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    I weigh in at 200 and the Robic 1.2 is a little...

    I weigh in at 200 and the Robic 1.2 is a little stretchier than HyperD 1.6, but I enjoy them both. Hexon 1.6 will be a little firmer than HyperD 1.6. Only way to know for sure is to try them both if...
  41. Nice work, thanks for experimenting! When you get...

    Nice work, thanks for experimenting! When you get a chance some more (distant) pics of internal view w/ the doors closed would be cool - in the fourth pic it's hard to gauge the volume you're hanging...
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    We haven't met yet, but that doesn't has to stop...

    We haven't met yet, but that doesn't has to stop us from being best friends who invite each other to visit our cool spots in the woods, does it? :rolleyes:
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    Nice. The irons w/ the base may be a bit unwieldy...

    Nice. The irons w/ the base may be a bit unwieldy if you're doing long cuts, but I suppose where there's a will there's a way.

    The 50W iron would normally be overkill, but with the steel counter...
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    Nice work! Hot knife - depends on your budget...

    Nice work!

    Hot knife - depends on your budget really. The cheap way is to get a 20-25W soldering iron (pencil style) and experiment with different tips. A 10w or 15w will cut the fabric, but the...
  45. I'm going to start experimenting on some ideas...

    I'm going to start experimenting on some ideas soon so I'd love to share some details & thoughts as well, thanks.

    I may be jumping the gun, but at 2.5oz for mesh, what would the advantages be over...
  46. What's the lightest stretc/power mesh that has...

    What's the lightest stretc/power mesh that has been found? Any ballpark ideas of what optimal stretch properties would be? I'm seeing some in the 3oz/sqyd range that are 50% in one direction, 25% in...
  47. First, let me say this is a cool idea that I...

    First, let me say this is a cool idea that I originally dismissed and upon taking a second look, there is a lot to like here. Good job & thanks to all who have contributed.

    I can see a few...
  48. Oooh I like that. In your mind would pad holders...

    Oooh I like that. In your mind would pad holders or a pocket go under the hammock, or on top of the hammock?

    I know there are some threads on here regarding nylon adhesives, wonder if two thin...
  49. Yup, I've had some success with that as well,...

    Yup, I've had some success with that as well, although sometimes when shifting from laying on my back to my side the pad will rotate out from under my legs within the footbox. Maybe applying some...
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    FS: Thanks, funds received. Closing/moving.

    Thanks, funds received. Closing/moving.
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