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  1. FS: SOLD: Smokehouse Outfitter II Hammock "Hot Tent" and Riley Little Amigo Tent Stove

    THE TENT and STOVE HAVE BEEN SOLD

    I bought the Smokehouse tent and Riley stove in December of 2015. While out doing a test set-up and collecting wood for the initial burn-in of the stove I picked...
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    Adjusting the Mountainsmiths can be frustrating...

    Adjusting the Mountainsmiths can be frustrating at times. Gotta keep 'em lubed.
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    I was hoping for more of a weight savings in a...

    I was hoping for more of a weight savings in a "carbon" pole. If these really weigh 20.4 ounces per pair, there's only a 0.6 ounce weight savings vs. the Mountainsmith Trekker FX poles as far as I...
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    Nest 'em, Brando. 3H and 2F. Thanks for askin'.

    Nest 'em, Brando. 3H and 2F. Thanks for askin'.
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    No problems with using my Mountainsmith poles as...

    No problems with using my Mountainsmith poles as spreader bars (~180 lbs + an occasional ~22 lb dog). I have had issues, though, with the poles becoming difficult to adjust. It seems to be important...
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    Nest them suckas!

    Nest them suckas!
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    Well, in the interest of accommodating the...

    Well, in the interest of accommodating the various parts of her always-growing family with grandchildren and great grandchildren, my mother has decided to have her family Christmas meal on the 17th,...
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    I bought a Smokehouse hammock hot tent toward the...

    I bought a Smokehouse hammock hot tent toward the end of last season and, for various reasons, was only able to use it once. I'd like to get it out again and since it'll be like learning it all over...
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    23rd = good; 30th = better for me, assuming the...

    23rd = good; 30th = better for me, assuming the days are cooler. Thanks for your efforts, Hobo!
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    Same here. I'm just bringing an extra top and...

    Same here. I'm just bringing an extra top and bottom base layer and a mid layer merino top just in case - no other top cover.
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    I'm going to try to leave Columbus by mid...

    I'm going to try to leave Columbus by mid morning. See y'all at site H.
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    I think most use between 30-35 feet. I use 32'.

    I think most use between 30-35 feet. I use 32'.
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    I'll plan on joining the weekend of the 24th. I'm...

    I'll plan on joining the weekend of the 24th. I'm way overdo to catch up with Diz.
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    Ahora yo lo intiendo! Gracias, muy amable Sr. J.

    Ahora yo lo intiendo! Gracias, muy amable Sr. J.
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    A couple of the reviews suggest that it isn't...

    A couple of the reviews suggest that it isn't designed for sleeping. Has anyone tried it? Might be a real deal indoor sleeper if comfortable enough.
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    Right. I hadn't considered that. The dog doesn't...

    Right. I hadn't considered that. The dog doesn't need the sunshine as much as I do. He can stay with family.
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    Ha! Me too. Some real teamwork, creativity and...

    Ha! Me too. Some real teamwork, creativity and talent at work here, I'm sure, but I can't translate exactly what it is.
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    I'll bump this thread rather than start another...

    I'll bump this thread rather than start another one ... I'm a midwesterner also looking for an epic 3-5 day mld winter hike somewhere with some SUNSHINE and SCENERY in temps above 20*F. Maybe 8-12...
  19. I'm still using a set of Dutch's original speed...

    I'm still using a set of Dutch's original speed hooks. At your weight, I think you'll be fine if you keep an eye on your amsteel. I'm on my original line, but after ~30 nights I'm about due for a...
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    They'll take a while to get to you, but here's a...

    They'll take a while to get to you, but here's a Chinese option ...

    http://www.gearbest.com/carabiner-_gear/c_11270/
  21. FS: Sold and ready to ship pending receipt of...

    Sold and ready to ship pending receipt of payment. Gracias Sr. Sliver.
  22. FS: Bump. Price reduced $285 shipped CONUS.

    Bump. Price reduced $285 shipped CONUS.
  23. FS: ZPacks Arc Blast backpack - brand new!

    This is the latest version with all the newest standard comfort and load carrying features as currently described on the ZPacks web site. Has the carrying comfort and structure of a frame pack at an...
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    I'll say! You've gotta have a mind like a steel...

    I'll say! You've gotta have a mind like a steel trap to remember all the damned knots and their variations/permutations. I find it hard to remember how to tie a bowline if I haven't done it for a...
  25. Ahhh man! Killarney? In the winter? You're making...

    Ahhh man! Killarney? In the winter? You're making another long drive north sound very tempting. Lots of things for me to consider, though.

    Would you think it unwise for a somewhat inexperienced...
  26. I didn't realize that is what caused creosote...

    I didn't realize that is what caused creosote buildup. Thanks.



    This is what I'd plan to do if it's unreasonable to think that I could keep the temperature in the 30*-40*F while sleeping.


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  27. How much temp regulation with a hot tent stove?

    I just ordered a Smokehouse hammock shelter and am trying to decide on a stove. I really like the long burn times that are available with some of the larger stoves, but I'm wondering if the...
  28. I'm in for any of the dates except Dec. 25 and...

    I'm in for any of the dates except Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Mohican is fine (lower sites even finer), but I'd be up for a change of venue also.
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    Thanksgiving weekend is also Buckeyes vs. TUN...

    Thanksgiving weekend is also Buckeyes vs. TUN weekend. Most any other weekend will work for me.
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    Golite Jam 35

    Looking for a Jam 35 in good condition ... size medium.
  31. Thanks, Bubba and Chard, for the recap! And...

    Thanks, Bubba and Chard, for the recap! And thanks to all who attended for arranging the great weather and making me feel welcomed on my first (not last) camping trip to Canada. Here are a few of my...
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    Yeah! Really looking forward to it. Hey, a...

    Yeah! Really looking forward to it.

    Hey, a couple questions ...

    Do I need to provide anyone information for permits, etc. and will we need to register anywhere prior to paddling to the hang...
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    Looks like 76 highboy and I will be caravanning...

    Looks like 76 highboy and I will be caravanning to Algonquin from Killarney on Wednesday and paddling to the hang site on Thursday morning.
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    My back wants to know if the terrain on this...

    My back wants to know if the terrain on this portage will accommodate a portage cart with ~10" pneumatic wheels?
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    I'd like to join you Lofty. I just returned home...

    I'd like to join you Lofty. I just returned home from a long holiday weekend and will correspond in the next couple days.
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    I'd be up for starting earlier than the weekend...

    I'd be up for starting earlier than the weekend if any of you do end up doing that. Heck, I may even take the entire week off in which case I could leave Ohio as early as Saturday, the 19th. Are...
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    Good to know. I plan to bring it, but if there...

    Good to know. I plan to bring it, but if there are high winds forecast I may opt for one of the other options. I should be fine otherwise.

    So, plan for rain and lows around freezing, how about...
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    COOL! Thanks Chard. I have a 14 foot inflatable...

    COOL! Thanks Chard. I have a 14 foot inflatable catamaran/kayak that I've been using for paddle camping for a few years. I actually even used to sleep on it (thus, the forum name) before I got my...
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    For tarp protectors/bumpers to guard against your...

    For tarp protectors/bumpers to guard against your hiking pole spreader bars damaging your tarp, just make sure you put the camera mount end of your Mountainsmith poles into the opposite side from...
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    FS: Does the 2014 Talon have the external hydration...

    Does the 2014 Talon have the external hydration sleeve? Couldn't tell by the pics.
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    Would y'all permit a yankee to join you? Ray...

    Would y'all permit a yankee to join you? Ray Mears' paddle videos have had me jonesin' for a paddle trip in Canada for some time. I'm prepared to bring appropriate tribute.:D
  42. PCT Washington Section K - hammock compatible?

    I'm in the very beginning stages of planning a hike in Washington in early September. I've heard that section K of the PCT (Stevens Pass to Stehekin) is somewhat challenging, but otherwise...
  43. Soft shackles made of dynaglide work with both...

    Soft shackles made of dynaglide work with both Speed Hooks and Whoopie Hooks.
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    Here's a link to a popular approach ... ...

    Here's a link to a popular approach ...

    https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php/25052-My-tarp-guy-lines?highlight=shane+method
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    I keep reading about people having condensation...

    I keep reading about people having condensation problems with pads. I've been using pads (including Reflectix!) in a double layer RR for about 3 years and have never noticed a problem. I guess I can...
  46. My sentiments exactly. That's the type of...

    My sentiments exactly. That's the type of "immersion" that I'd like to experience with someone who is very diligent at employing all the prescribed measures.

    I've seen the Skurka video. You can't...
  47. Someone on another forum responded similarly by...

    Someone on another forum responded similarly by suggesting I start practicing on raccoons. Thanks for the informative response.
  48. Ha! I still, too, have my old Kelty external...

    Ha! I still, too, have my old Kelty external frame pack that I bought used when I lived in Denver in the mid-80s.
  49. Thanks, everyone, for the suggestions and...

    Thanks, everyone, for the suggestions and anecdotes. I very much appreciate it.

    Like I used to say to my ex-wife who would accuse me of "thinking about money too much" ... "I think about money so...
  50. Thanks for the suggestions. I will definitely...

    Thanks for the suggestions. I will definitely check on the availability of resources/opportunities closer to home, but I was going to plan a trip out west somewhere this year anyway.
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