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I don't like the perspective tricks that may or may not be going on there, but wow, is that speaker thing dumb.
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Jul 16, 2022 01:26
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I really hope this doesn't become the stupid disposable gimmick junk thread. This product is so obnoxious it's upsetting me.
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Jul 16, 2022 02:03
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The Wiggly Wizard posted:I really hope this doesn't become the stupid disposable gimmick junk thread. This product is so obnoxious it's upsetting me. I'll second this. And also go farther and state any product that claims "It is a _______ that is also a _______!" can go F itself.
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Jul 16, 2022 02:15
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Cat rear end Trophy posted:I'll second this. And also go farther and state any product that claims "It is a _______ that is also a _______!" can go F itself. It's a comedy forum that also has files!
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Jul 16, 2022 02:38
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The Wiggly Wizard posted:I really hope this doesn't become the stupid disposable gimmick junk thread. This product is so obnoxious it's upsetting me. But it's only $99.
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Jul 16, 2022 06:04
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Brother Tadger posted:I like “goodr” glasses. $25 a pair I literally any color combination you could think of. They look like cheap gas station sunglasses but are pretty robust and are polarized. Not saying they are game changers or anything, but they are good quality for cheap and because of their low price I don’t feel worried about losing/scratching them. thanks for this recommendation, my favorite literal gas station sunglasses have a big scratch that i've been gritting my teeth through for too long. seems like most of the styles are the same price or a few bucks more, so i can let my freak flag fly with some brighter colors :3 e: these are almost identical, awesome https://goodr.com/collections/traditional/products/donkey-goggles Chard fucked around with this message at 06:36 on Jul 16, 2022 |
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Jul 16, 2022 06:13
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The Wiggly Wizard posted:This product is so obnoxious it's upsetting me. Goons always gonna goon.
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Jul 16, 2022 16:15
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The Winburner 1.8l pot is available again as a stand alone item. (does not come with stove) At Christmas, someone bought a Windburner Duo for us, but it was a bit much for shorter trips. even if just carrying the pot. The 1.8l fits in the pack a bit easier.
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Jul 16, 2022 16:30
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Stopped by the closest REI yesterday to check out their garage sale section and found a Flash 22 daypack in black. I definitely did not need another bag but wanted to buy one last year but they were sold out before I pulled the trigger (was having a hard time paying full retail  ). The elastic side pockets, lid and small zippered external pocket are nice additions to that form factor. So I have a bright green Flash 18 that I will be selling soon.
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Jul 17, 2022 17:14
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Flash 18 owns though, it's an awesome stuff sack if you reverse it and holds plenty for a day hike. Multipurpose gear is great. 
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Jul 17, 2022 17:48
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The flash 18 crumples up so small and weighs so little, I've used it as a daypack stuffed inside my larger pack, as well as as a food-containment-and-hanging bag, for a very long time.
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Jul 17, 2022 18:13
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xzzy posted:Flash 18 owns though, it's an awesome stuff sack if you reverse it and holds plenty for a day hike. Multipurpose gear is great. Can confirm. The Flash 18 owns bones. Great bag for day tripping from camp for very little extra weight vs a stuff stack. It’s also great for ultralight around-town excursions.
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Jul 17, 2022 20:23
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Well poo poo. These fjällräven abisko trekking tights pro in size XXL really have a 70cm inseam. The reinforced knee parts sit on thighs, above knees. Uh huh. Why these are so goddamn short in the largest possible size?!
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Jul 18, 2022 19:39
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Chard posted:thanks for this recommendation, my favorite literal gas station sunglasses have a big scratch that i've been gritting my teeth through for too long. seems like most of the styles are the same price or a few bucks more, so i can let my freak flag fly with some brighter colors :3 Did the goodr website immediately attempt to use anyone else's camera?
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Jul 19, 2022 01:26
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AKZ posted:Did the goodr website immediately attempt to use anyone else's camera? Only if I hit the "virtual try on" button, but not on the website generally. The info for it says camera access is required.
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Jul 19, 2022 02:02
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Ihmemies posted:Well poo poo. These fjällräven abisko trekking tights pro in size XXL really have a 70cm inseam. The reinforced knee parts sit on thighs, above knees. Uh huh. Why these are so goddamn short in the largest possible size?! The way these are sized is weird. Mine are size L and if anything the inseam is too long. Tights seem like one of those things where the sizing needs to be much more specific then just a generic small, medium, large, etc.
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Jul 19, 2022 03:24
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I need to get a water bottle that I can hang from a (proper climbing) carabiner on the outside of a bag. Yes I know it will be annoying as hell when it swings around. Generally I've used wide mouth nalgenes for everything, but I question the durability of the lid tether as an attachment point in that use case. Does anyone have a suggestion for something that would take some abuse when hung that way?
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Aug 3, 2022 16:58
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I saw a youtube video a ways back that I can no longer find that made an argument that clip on water bottles are not safe.. apparently the attach points don't take shocks very well. The best I found was this one which demonstrates how bad using the loop on a nalgene is (and later goes on to suggest that hard plastic clip on bottles are probably fine): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frVvdf41Y9w The suggestions I saw was putting the bottle in a rope sling.. but I'm not a climber so am no authority on whether that's a better idea or not.
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Aug 3, 2022 17:20
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xzzy posted:I saw a youtube video a ways back that I can no longer find that made an argument that clip on water bottles are not safe.. apparently the attach points don't take shocks very well. The best I found was this one which demonstrates how bad using the loop on a nalgene is (and later goes on to suggest that hard plastic clip on bottles are probably fine): Oh yeah I should be clear - I will not be climbing with a bottle in said configuration, regardless of the attachment point. My use case is just bringing the water bottle on a walk to my local climbing gym, clipped to the outside of a bag that is already stuffed full of climbing gear.
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Aug 3, 2022 17:30
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Plenty of metal bottles have hard molded plastic caps that would work I imagine. I'm looking at my ancient Klean Kanteen sports cap on my desk right now, and it'd definitely clip (although, as you note, it'd bang around uncomfortably). My wife has a Yeti bottle with a hefty carry cap--great bottle, but heavy as hell. I'm sure other brands have similar hard molded plastic loop caps if you browse through REI's selection. Note that many will be insulated these days, which reduces volume. Just something to keep an eye out for if you care about it.
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Aug 3, 2022 17:41
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armorer posted:I need to get a water bottle that I can hang from a (proper climbing) carabiner on the outside of a bag. Yes I know it will be annoying as hell when it swings around. Generally I've used wide mouth nalgenes for everything, but I question the durability of the lid tether as an attachment point in that use case. Does anyone have a suggestion for something that would take some abuse when hung that way? i got a few of these dealies  https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3256801513543215.html
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Aug 3, 2022 17:46
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armorer posted:I need to get a water bottle that I can hang from a (proper climbing) carabiner on the outside of a bag. Yes I know it will be annoying as hell when it swings around. Generally I've used wide mouth nalgenes for everything, but I question the durability of the lid tether as an attachment point in that use case. Does anyone have a suggestion for something that would take some abuse when hung that way? My Camelbak bottle has a big thick "finger loop" that use with a carabiner all the time. I have a Chute but other models also look sturdy. Insulated and plain versions are available.
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Aug 3, 2022 17:50
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incogneato posted:Plenty of metal bottles have hard molded plastic caps that would work I imagine. I'm looking at my ancient Klean Kanteen sports cap on my desk right now, and it'd definitely clip (although, as you note, it'd bang around uncomfortably). My wife has a Yeti bottle with a hefty carry cap--great bottle, but heavy as hell. I'm sure other brands have similar hard molded plastic loop caps if you browse through REI's selection. Kleen Canteen looks perfect. Big chunky loop molded directly into the cap, no hinges or anything to break. Thanks!
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Aug 3, 2022 17:54
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armorer posted:Kleen Canteen looks perfect. Big chunky loop molded directly into the cap, no hinges or anything to break. Thanks! I love the heck out of my kleen canteen, mostly because it actually fits into cup holders in a car and most other insulated bottles don't sit quite right. The chonky wide loop cap they sell is definitely quite beefy. My only issue with them is the metal cowl at the bottom, dropping the bottle will eventually break whatever weld/glue they use to hold it on and you got a part that doesn't stay on quite right.
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Aug 3, 2022 18:48
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I got a few of these from work and they're great. Insulated so slightly bulky and heavy compared to a nalgene, but the top grab handle is super robust and could easily accommodate a real carabineer.
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Aug 3, 2022 19:14
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Verman posted:I got a few of these from work and they're great. Insulated so slightly bulky and heavy compared to a nalgene, but the top grab handle is super robust and could easily accommodate a real carabineer. Yeah, this is what my wife has. It's a genuinely great bottle, despite the trendy brand (and price to match). It is a big heavy thing though, not something I'd take on a hike or whatever.
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Aug 3, 2022 19:48
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The hydroflask handle is much sturdier than the nalgene lid thingy, but I agree that the molded plastic finger hole in a kleen kanteen lid is probably the most secure for carabinering to something. As you mentioned, yeah please don't climb with it like that. But it's fine for walking around. Nalgene lid tethers suck, mine broke years ago and I wasn't even hanging it. I've been wanting to replace that nalgene for years but can't justify it cause it still holds water just fine... someone please steal it from me or stab it with a knife or something so I can finally bring myself to replace it
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Aug 3, 2022 19:48
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I'm honestly amazed they haven't figured out something better. It's like ... Minimal changes would make a nalgene even better.
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Aug 3, 2022 20:19
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Nalgenes rule but I've never felt compelled to dangle a water bottle before.
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Aug 3, 2022 22:18
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A friend I used to climb with (we are still friends, I just had a kid and that plus covid made it impossible to keep up) gave me one of these Zulu water bottles and I absolutely love it. It has a little cord loop tied on it with a lark's head that I imagine you could hang on a carabiner. My favorite thing about it, and I insist any water bottle I buy going forward have a similar design for hygiene reasons, is that the lid fully encloses the part you put your mouth on. The bottle inside is glass but it's very sturdy and the material surrounding it is shock-absorbent.
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Aug 3, 2022 22:25
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Nalgene makes mostly scientific products, their water bottles are an afterthought. They’ll probably never update em. Interesting that nobody’s made an aftermarket lid holder though.
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Aug 3, 2022 23:27
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what's a guideline for cleaning chemicals/solutions to clean your tent/fly/footprint? my rei tent has been working well for a few uses but i should give it a clean before i go camping later this month
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Aug 4, 2022 04:33
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Should probably go by what the manufacturer recommends. I generally just use vinegar/water in a spray bottle after every use. Just spray all over then rub down with a rag.
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Aug 4, 2022 05:17
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When I was in the Boy Scouts SOP was just to hose down the ground cloth and hang it to dry. I've never even really considered doing more than that unless there was something obviously soiled.
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Aug 4, 2022 09:29
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They do sell "tech-wash" if you want to be super particular about it - https://www.rei.com/product/724687/nikwax-tech-wash-10-fl-oz. I think the idea though is just any very light soap that wont leave residues. I usually just brush debris off fabrics and store dry. If theres something sticky or gross I'll spot clean and leave it at that.
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Aug 4, 2022 13:54
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We’re heading out to Santa Rosa island (channel island Np) at the end of the month for 3 nights/4 days. We need to pick up a windbreaker (sustained wind 15-30 mph is common), that is useful in direct sun (I.e nothing too insulated), as there is no natural cover on the island. I have never had a windbreaker before and don’t know where to start. Anyone have any recommendations that have worked for you?
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Aug 5, 2022 17:34
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The zpacks wind shell comes with the ultralight tax, and it's ugly as sin, but it's also bug proof. The REI flash jacket is also pretty light and looks more normal. It's a bit oversized but it's intended to go over a midlayer. It comes with a hydrophobic coating but it soaks through almost immediately so is very much wind only. But it takes the edge off a steady wind. It's usually what I have stuffed in my backpack.
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Aug 5, 2022 17:42
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Patagonia Houdini if you want ultralight, and as a bonus it is water-resistant. If you’re less concerned about weight, I’d just use a rain jacket (e.g., Marmot Precip) to cover multiple bases
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mitztronic posted:We’re heading out to Santa Rosa island (channel island Np) at the end of the month for 3 nights/4 days. We need to pick up a windbreaker (sustained wind 15-30 mph is common), that is useful in direct sun (I.e nothing too insulated), as there is no natural cover on the island. I have never had a windbreaker before and don’t know where to start. Anyone have any recommendations that have worked for you? I did Santa Rosa years ago and the Houdini mentioned above was perfect. It’ll also keep you dry in a drizzle but don’t expect it to withstand anything stronger than that. I’ll also pass along a piece of advice that we didn’t get when we did our trip: you have to secure your food to protect it from the island foxes which are very much not afraid to wander right into the campsites. Obviously there are no trees to hang from, so we figured we would have to fit all we could into our bear can. Imagine my surprise when I see people disembarking dragging coolers and lugging whole bags full of groceries! The sites all have lockers that you can store your food in, but there was no mention of that on the website when they said to secure your food. We were very hungry when the boat finally came back.
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