Re: Maverick Lessons: a pedestrian observed
Yes, Maverick is a great guy! I first met him in 1999 when I worked at the Maswik and he was a prep cook. Since then he and I did a R2R from the north to...
Gary C. Palmer 2005-01-12 06:40:05 #34031

Re: Maverick Lessons: a pedestrian observed
Maverick has come a long way. He told me once that on his first backpack in the canyon in the early 60's, I believe to the Hance area, his pack weighed a...
Cliff Beck 2005-01-12 05:22:18 #34030

Re: Boot recommendations
Dana, Are these the folks? http://www.armoredoutdoorgear.com/index.html I try to get the cache out of sight near the trail. Nothing too tricky because I...
Dick Matthews 2005-01-12 04:52:13 #34029

Re: Things to take into the backcountry
Doug, Sounds like you had a great time. Thank you for the addition. I agree. You would be an excellent person to give training and preparation advice to...
Dick Matthews 2005-01-12 04:43:31 #34028

Re: New Photo on the Home Page
I have seen a photo of this spot before, but don't know it. However, my guess is that Bob does know it. And it looks like a place worth getting to. On...
Doug Nering 2005-01-11 22:46:53 #34025

Re: Boot recommendations
The site http://www.pcthiker.com/ has some neat solutions on reducing the load. I have been wanting to build and try the Pepsi Can Stove on a weekend trip to...
owen k 2005-01-11 21:54:01 #34024

Re: Boot recommendations
Paige & Dick - Thanks for the info; this is why I like this site. Like everyone, I'd like to "lighten the load". I plan to be like "Maverick" and hiking on...
jagchiker 2005-01-11 20:49:37 #34023

Re: Point Huitzil and Harvey
Hi Bob and Peter, yes, I thought their hike was impressive too, and yes, Myers did say they had a hard time of it. But then, Myers is known for his long...
Tom Martin 2005-01-11 20:23:38 #34022

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