Re: Backpacker editorial
Could someone in that part of the country please pick up a copy of the June issue of Backpacker for me? I checked here and there was no mention of the web...
Bob Ribokas 2006-05-19 05:29:44 #41667

Re: cotton use in GC heat
argue me on that point LOL! But I now never use anything cotton or denim at all > for hiking anything more than a springtime walk in the park. > > The...
jagchiker 2006-05-18 21:52:40 #41666

Re: Packing list & Wet Cotton Shirts
I agree... I've found the long sleeve spf shirts do a better job keeping me cool and protected from the sun. http://www.solareclipse.com/ Most cotton...
Sam 2006-05-18 21:25:51 #41665

thanks for the water report Bob!

Tom Gendron 2006-05-18 16:36:44 #41664

Re: Packing list & Wet Cotton Shirts
I've done some personal experimenting the last few years hiking in the heat with cotton shirt verses the wicking variety. During 100+ degree days, I've...
dnally 2006-05-18 15:39:57 #41663

Re: plantar fasciitis
Due to just returning from a three week trip, including hiking in Yosemite, I'm a little late getting in on this discussion. I've had a couple of bouts with...
Becky Ryder 2006-05-18 15:14:01 #41662

Re: Packing list & Wet Cotton Shirts
Frankly I think cotton is a bit over rated as a killer in GC unless there is snow on the ground. As one who does and did most of their GC tripping in the hot...
Bob Marley 2006-05-18 15:02:49 #41661

Re: Packing list & Wet Cotton Shirts
For hiking in the mountains anytime or going to the canyon in the winter, we wear non cotton clothing, but for the canyon in these roasting temperatures, I...
canyonjane 2006-05-18 14:41:24 #41660

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