Re: Need gear recommendations
Hey Mike, follow the link to see a complete list of what I typically carry in the Canyon through the winter months. Obviously you'd want to make some...
jcdt1980 2012-02-14 16:41:29 #68186
Re: Need gear recommendations
Brian is right about this. In May, if the weather looks nice, just fore go the tent. I spend more nights without a shelter than with, even in March, April,...
JoshC 2012-02-14 11:33:52 #68185
Re: Need gear recommendations
Hello,
Here are some ideas:
Boots - Asolo from Sierra Trading Post - the 4th brand I tried, all the others were over $100, were very uncomfortable, and...
Jeff 2012-02-14 10:41:36 #68184
Re: Need gear recommendations
Actually, consider forgetting the tent for a May hike. I'd go to a hardware store, and get a 3 mil drop-cloth which I would cut out a section just big enough...
brian_alleyne 2012-02-14 09:58:01 #68183
Re: Need gear recommendations
Mike-
Here's my quick recommendation:
Tents: Go to REI and look at their half domes if she is looking for a traditional tent. Otherwise the Tarp Tent is a...
JoshC 2012-02-14 09:17:32 #68182
Re: Need gear recommendations
Mike, I agree that TarpTents are worth a look. I have used my Sublite Sil the full length of the Tonto, the John Muir Trail, many other trips, including bike...
Wilderness 2012-02-14 09:05:22 #68181
Re: Need gear recommendations
Original Message:
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From: Hoozyer Mike
>Have got permits for a rim to rim in May. I am a ROOKIE and will need all
the input I can get.
Hi...
maweber@ix.netcom.com 2012-02-14 08:39:16 #68180
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