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    MSR Lightning rusting up!

    or aka ferric oxide. I coat everything metal with some WD-40...its an anti rust oil. Works ok, but you have to re-apply. I use it on my crampons, metal buckles, skis, the latch on my trunk, top of my table saw, my bike chain etc etc....and of course snowshoes. I have the Denali Asscents. No...
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    googles fogging

    googles I play some hockey and I wear a face sheild. Its some form of glass and tends to fog quickly....like a few up and downs to get you huffing and puffing and the mask fogs...similar to the problem here. The cure (and tell me if you tried this)...use a little shampoo and apply to the...
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    Any tall hikers with pants out there?

    long leg AMR- I'm 6'5" about 180lbs. I use LL Bean for all my outside stuff...they sell tall clothing which had been a lifesaver. I have a 35-36" inseam (34-35 waist). I found an awesome pair of Columbia Titanium ski pants that are long(er) than their usual pants. I love them as they are...
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    Watching Avalanches in the Washington ravines?

    I've considered the very same thing myself. Actually I fully intend to go hiking some late winter at Mt Washington when the avalanche warning is extreme. Chasing a tornado or being in the eye of a hurricane or seeing a Tsunami all can be done. Granted there is a risk factor but you don't watch a...
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    Tuckerman's Ravine

    tucks Fish- I read through this thread and I can only add some personal experience. Stay cool when starting your hike. This is subjective but if the temps are in the 20's and the wind is light and there is sun you will heat up quickly. You don't want to lose your energy and water within the...
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    Henry "Swampy" Paris, Tuckerman Ranger dead at the Age of 90

    To "Swampy" -cheers! I did not know the man myself but his obituary was the most interesting I've ever read. I will toast swampy for sure on Thursday w/ Guinness in hand. -peace
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    You know might be addicted to hiking...

    ...if you use the candle lantern at home becuase it s the most practical source of light you can think of. ...walking anywhere without a pack makes you feel naked ...found yourself asking the hut croo for recipe secrets ...leave gorp in your glove compartment 'just in case' ...if there is a...
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    Right or Wrong - Your Call??

    not a destination AMC Guide book states: "The LakesofC hut should not be used as a destination" The cellar door is left unlocked just for emergencies...for hikers to use as a shelter if bad weather rolls in unexpected. Anyone whose been there would never stay there unless it was an emergency...
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    Easiest/Hardest 4000 Footer?

    of the 48 I've climed exactly 24. Easiest was Zealand. One, I didnt even know that we were on a peak and it was about half way through a hike. I remember walking back to the trail and thinking that it shouldnt even be on the list as it has no view, I'm glad it was in conjunction with bagging...
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    Under Armour

    Ua I have the UA pants and love them. I use a Nike Dri-fit shirt which is the same thing as Under Armour and I must say that there are better fabrics for wicking moisture. I have three shirts and wear one of them almost everyday, the are ideal for wearing under your hockey stuff for you...
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