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I created a database of the test series with the monitor listed. It also shows, among other things, the close date for testers. If there is a date there then...
15 Oct 6, 2001
2:48 am

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Jerry: Will you be following up with instructions for the NG TOPO! testers as to choosing modules and shipping? Or have I missed yet another post? George ... ...
2 Oct 5, 2001
2:39 pm

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Certain Western Mountaineering bags on sale at travel country. www.travelcountry.com Happy charging! -Rob S. ===== I can feel when she kisses me sleeping-but...
1 Oct 4, 2001
11:16 pm

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I've got a couple pieces of clothing and a pack to report on. Patagonia R2 pullover--they&#39;re right about the new fleece fabrics being lighter and more...
1 Oct 4, 2001
8:26 pm

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Report #1 Delorme Topo USA I've spent the last two days using the Delorme Topo program. First some basics on the machines I'm using; AMD Athelon 1Ghz processor...
1 Oct 4, 2001
4:36 pm

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Of course, tuna now comes in handy dandy packets with NO extra water (or oil) weight. Of course, they weren't available on my thruhike (in 1999). I carried a...
1 Oct 4, 2001
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Hi All, I'm looking to purchase a new multitool, as my current Swiss Champ is now a bit worn (i've had it abt 10 years), does anybody have any sugestions as to...
7 Oct 4, 2001
3:36 pm

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Testers, I have a specific question that some of you may be able to answer. I am looking into a light pack, and see the Golite Gust and GVP G4 as my options. ...
8 Oct 4, 2001
11:45 am

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Application for National Geographic TOPO! Map - Northeastern USA Tim Scott Nottingham, NH Age 27 - Male - 6'0" - 200# Backpacker for over 5 years, AT...
1 Oct 3, 2001
3:05 pm

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Hey, Fellow Listers- We've had some posts asking who all is going to  ALDHA'S Gathering, also what vendors are showing.  Many of you will know I am a staunch...
1 Oct 3, 2001
12:30 pm

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Hey Jerry, Mara and Barb..... I am back home in Idaho. Never did receive the Frogg Toggs anywhere I went in Canada. Had lots of rain in B.C. Saw the email...
1 Oct 3, 2001
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After a week in Yosemite and a three day conference in Phoenix, I'm pooped but ready to get testing. Has the DeLorme software been shipped yet? I had...
2 Oct 3, 2001
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DeLorme Topo U.S.A. arrival report Actual weight: 10 oz Published weight: Hmm, I can't seem to find one... My friendly postman delivered the delorme product ...
1 Oct 2, 2001
10:42 pm

Rob
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I know, I know....I'm supposed to be gone....I'm trying!! Now you know why I backpack by myself most of the time....can&#39;t keep a schedule..... ;o) I need...
3 Oct 2, 2001
7:12 pm

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As Ed just reminded me.....Ed St. Cin is the DeLorme monitor. Good thing one of us has a mind left....lol. Jerry Please note my new email address. MSN has...
4 Oct 2, 2001
7:05 pm

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I would like to apply to test the ID Sil Shelter. Background: Age - 39 Hometown - Morgantown, WV Proposed test area - Appalachian Mountains of WV, mid state ...
1 Oct 2, 2001
12:40 pm

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Here is my owner review of the Macpac Ravine backpack. If this review is acceptable, I'll gladly insert an html file of the report along with a picture of the...
2 Oct 2, 2001
11:30 am

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Here is my owner report on the Kelty Clark low profile tent for one person. I will be glad to insert a report into a folder if one could be created for this...
4 Oct 2, 2001
12:53 am

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The following is a Owner's report. If acceptable, please add a folder. The Apache by Western Mountaineering - Reviewed by Dave Hicks [daveh@...] This...
2 Sep 30, 2001
10:27 pm

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Good application and excellent reports....everyone should do this well. You're in the pool. Jerry Please note my new email address. MSN has absorbed Qwest's...
1 Sep 27, 2001
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1 Sep 27, 2001
8:45 pm

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I'm going to give it until Sunday night then I'm closing the bivy test call. If you want to participate then you best get to gettin'..... ;o) Jerry Please...
7 Sep 27, 2001
8:05 pm

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I would like to apply for the 1090 #02 Rainsuit test. I am avid outdoorsman especially in the fall with its cool rainy conditions. I have one formal review and...
1 Sep 27, 2001
4:31 pm

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Last night I uploaded my review of the Kelty West Coast Backpack to the pack section of files. I created the folder for the Kelty West Coast pack before...
1 Sep 27, 2001
3:16 pm

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Frogg Toggs Monitor Report From rainy Washington. Wednesday, 9-26-01 Gordon Price: 1st, 2nd and 3rd reports in. Curt Peterson: 1st and 2nd reports in. ...
4 Sep 27, 2001
2:13 pm

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Owner Report on the Kelty External Frame West Coast Backpack. Est. Price $150. Impressions- I have preferred external frame packs because of the versatility...
1 Sep 27, 2001
7:35 am

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Jerry - I'd be glad to take a shot at setting up the database. The Yahoo groups database is pretty thin on functionality but will probably work as you've...
2 Sep 27, 2001
6:24 am

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Jerry, As I mentioned earlier, I am currently in the Frogg Toggs test. I have used TOPO! software for various parts of Washington state for about 5 or 6...
3 Sep 27, 2001
3:56 am

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Frogg Toggs Report 3 (First field report) Gordon Price gordon-price@... I took my Toggs with me on my three days around Mt. Hood trip this week-end. The...
1 Sep 26, 2001
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Introduction I'm 36 years old 5'-7" & 175 pounds (all muscle). Okay, okay I'm a little over weight but it's difficult to fight that battle when you spend a...
1 Sep 26, 2001
6:39 pm

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