At 12:14 PM 1/04/2006, you wrote:
>Andrew:
>
>I hope you have been getting copies of my emails to Jesse,  I have
>heard nothing from him since March 13 when I was advised that the
>report would be posted on March 14.  He has received at least one
>email per week since then from me.  His report is now more than 3
>weeks over due.  If he were communicating with me, I wouldn't be as worried.

Hi Michael

Yes have been getting your emails and appreciate your efforts. Just
now escalated this.  Let see what happens. Hopefully we will not have
to take this over to the Backpacker forums.

Andrew


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At 02:06 PM 1/04/2006, you wrote:
>--- In backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com, Andrew Priest
><apriest@...> wrote:
> > See my reply to Colleen but have gone Gore-Tex XCR.
> >
> > Andrew
>
>That's what my Arc'teryx Alpha SV uses, and I've been really pleased
>with it. Really durable, good breathability, definitely waterproof.
>
>The Mountain Designs Stratus looks excellent - we don't seem to get
>long jackets like that here. I'll look forward to hearing how it works

Hi Steve

I will put a OR together at the end of the season.

Andrew


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At 03:45 PM 1/04/2006, you wrote:
>Andrew/Mike,
>
>   I have posted for him to get in touch with us on one of his threads
>on backpacker.com

Thanks Jason.  Hopefully that gets a response. I would not like to
have to raise the issue of his "taking gear" on the forums if I can
avoid it. Does no good for anyone.

Andrew


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At 11:50 AM 2/05/2006, you wrote:
>IBEX Outdoor Clothing - Scout 1/2-Zip Shirt
>
>Isn't Coy's report uploaded? I thought I checked that this week?

Thanks for the heads-up TV. Now noted.

Andrew


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Dear Group

I am pleased to advise that the IBEX Outdoor Clothing Scout 1/2-Zip
Shirt test is now complete.  My thanks to Thomas Vickers for
monitoring this test and to the testers for completing the test.

Regards
Andrew Priest

Dear Group

I am pleased to advise that the Sierra Designs Cirque/Mist test is
now complete.  My thanks to Heather OakesPalmer for monitoring this
test and to the testers for completing the test.

Regards
Andrew Priest

Dear Group

I am pleased to advise that the La Sportiva Rajas Trail Runner test
is now complete.  My thanks to Roger Caffin for monitoring this test
and to the testers for completing the test.

Regards
Andrew Priest

Dear George

I assume that the report you have recently uploaded and tag as your
Long-term Report is in fact your Long-term Report even though it is
labeled "Field Report."  I think some editing is need :-)

Regards
Andrew

Dear Rosaleen

Is that you modeling the jacket in your Keela Rock jacket Long-term Report?

Andrew

Dear Group

I am pleased to advise that the Keela USA Rock Jacket test is now
complete.  My thanks to Rick Allnut for monitoring this test and to
the testers for completing the test.

Regards
Andrew Priest

Hi Chuck

Thanks for uploading your Molehill Mountain Back Pack Diaper Bag
Long-term Report.  However, in reviewing your upload I note that the
link to the manufacturer's website is not functioning correctly. Can
you please take a look at this. It should be linking to
http://molehillmtn.com/ not http://molehillmtn.com/m/merchant.mv as
it currently does.

If you require further assistance with this problem, please ask in
the BGTFileUploadHelp group which you can find at
<http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BGTFileUploadHelp/>.

Tim, in your role as Test Monitor, you are expected to check the
links when the report is in the test folder to avoid these follow-ups
which delay notifying the manufacturer. Could you please try in keep
this in mind in future report edits. Thanks.


Thanks
Andrew Priest
List Moderator

--- In backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com, Edward Ripley-Duggan
<erd@...> wrote:
>
> Couldn't resist posting this.

Good pic Ted, but THREE poles? That just to wind Roger up?
G

ID PLQ LTR - Christine

Sorry for my tardiness.  Also in the test folder where the table
comes out right:  http://tinyurl.com/m23m3

_______________________________________________________-
Integral Designs PLQ Jacket Long Term Report
Christine Korhonen
March 28, 2006

Personal Information:
Gender:  female
Age:  32
Height:  5' 4" (1.6 m)
Weight:  150 lb (68 kg)
E-mail:  chris@...
Location:  Western Montana

Backpacking Background:
I'm in Montana enjoying the summers and becoming re-acquainted with
winter.  Now that I'm back above the snow line, I'm attempting some
winter camping and snowshoeing.  I'm a lightweight backpacker
mentally, if not always in practice.  My total summer pack weight is
around 19 lb (9 kg) with a tent, but my winter pack hovers around 25
lb (11 kg) for an overnight trip.

Product Information:
Manufacturer:  Integral Designs
URL:  www.integraldesigns.com
Item:  PLQ Jacket
MSRP:  US $200
Year Received:  2005
Color:  Black
Size:  Large

Dimensions:
	 Chest
	 Waist
	 Sleeve
	 Front
	 Back
      Listed
	 47" (119 cm)
	 45" (114 cm)  32" (81 cm)  25" (64 cm)  29" (74 cm)
      Measured
	 46" (117 cm)
	 45" (114 cm)  33" (84 cm)
	 25" (64 cm)  28˝" (72 cm)

Listed Weight - medium:  11 oz (315 g)
Measured Weight - large (without stuff sack):  12 oz (340 g)

Field information:
I used this jacket in Montana and Wyoming at elevations from 4500' to
7500' (1400 m to 2300 m).  Temperatures went from freezing to 50 F
(10 C) with mostly dry conditions.

PLQ jacket:
The PLQ Jacket is a lightweight puff-style jacket with synthetic
filling.

Field use:
For the long-term testing period, I wore the jacket as a top layer
when I got to camp.

Comfort:
In my experience, this jacket has been warm and comfortable.  I wore
it as the third layer over a thin long-sleeve wool shirt and a thin
short-sleeve wool shirt.  While hiking, I wore a soft-shell jacket
over the wool layers.  When I got into camp, I took the shell off and
put on the PLQ.  I didn't need any other layers to keep me warm.  The
jacket is quite long, so never rode up on by back, even when I was
bending and twisting.  Although I gravitate toward down in my
sleeping bags and jackets, I found the Primaloft padding in the PLQ
very comfortable.  The jacket is soft, compacts small, and insulates
well.

Tags:
There are three tags in the jacket, one at the neck, one along the
inner side seam, and one on the zipper pull of the inner pocket.
There is also a hang-loop made of grosgrain ribbon at the neck.  I
didn't had any problems with the tags scratching, mostly because I
wore the jacket with a layer underneath.  The inner seams are very
smooth and haven't been scratchy, either.

Shell:
The shell material of the PLQ is cool and slippery.  The jacket made
a good pillow, but it tended to slide away from me because of the
slick shell.  I found wearing a layer underneath the PLQ was the most
comfortable.  The jacket got a little clammy when worn on its own.
Because it kept in a lot of heat and wasn't very breathable, I tended
to sweat slightly when wearing it.  The inner lining does not absorb
moisture.

Collar:
The best part of this jacket is its large, stand-up collar.  When I
zip the jacket, it covers my entire neck up to my ears.  The puffy
collar kept my neck nice and warm and was a comfort.

Thumb loops:
I found the thumb loops useful.  With my thumbs in the loops, the
jacket's cuffs stayed down and my wrists stayed warm.  The jacket's
arms were long enough to easily accommodate my thumbs.

Pocket:
I haven't found the inner chest pocket useful.  While wearing the
jacket, I often wished I had a front pocket were I could put my
gloves or hat since I'm always taking those layers on and off.  The
pocket on the PLQ is awkward for me to open and close and I found it
difficult to get things in and out of it.

Zipper:
The front zip slides easily.  It hasn't caught on the fabric
surrounding it.

Durability:
The jacket has held up well over the past four months.  I've washed
it twice and it's bounced back admirably.  It looks the same as when
I got it.  There hasn't been any compression of the filling or loss
of loft.  It hasn't absorbed any odor.  There haven't been any snags
or spots on the fabric.  The bindings on the cuffs and hem have
retained their elasticity.

Likes:
Light
Comfortable
Packs small

Dislikes:
Pocket is awkward

BIP-Jennifer Koles
Had a wonderful time backpacking in Southern Utah.

Jason.
Regarding the picture - the difference is more noticeable on the
shoes than in the picture, perhaps because I'm still learning proper
use of a digital camera with flash. Do you think I should include
the picture? By the way I did ask a friend (who hadn't seen the
shoes) if she could see a difference in the photo, and she said
yes.  I've fixed the typo and will upload after hearing from you on
this.  Richard
--- In backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com, Jason Boyle <c4jc88@...>
wrote:
>
> Richard,
>
>     This is your official edit of your
>
> LONG TERM REPORT
> SNO-SEAL® ORIGINAL BEESWAX WATERPROOFING
>
>   Nice report.  I have one edit for you below
>
> March 31, 2006
>
>   **EDIT**  In your html the 31 has an ' after it.
>
>   Thats all.  Good Job.  One comment though and maybe it is me,
but I cannot see a difference between the two shoes in your
picture.
>
>   Once you have made the edit please upload to the item's folder.
Make sure you check the LTR button whne you do so.
>
>   Jason B
>   Atsko Monitor
>
>
>
>
> ---------------------------------
> New Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. Call regular phones from your PC
for low, low rates.
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

Richard,

   I think you should keep the picture, I did see a little difference,
it just did not appear a lot darker.  Could be my computer screen too.
Upload at will!

Jason

--- In backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com, "richardglyon" <rlyon@...>
wrote:
>
> Jason.
> Regarding the picture - the difference is more noticeable on the
> shoes than in the picture, perhaps because I'm still learning proper
> use of a digital camera with flash. Do you think I should include
> the picture? By the way I did ask a friend (who hadn't seen the
> shoes) if she could see a difference in the photo, and she said
> yes.  I've fixed the typo and will upload after hearing from you on
> this.  Richard

Sure Andrew,  I would have, but I didn't even know he uploaded it.
Do you get notified?   If yes, how?

Tim

--- In backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com, Andrew Priest
<apriest@...> wrote:
>
> Hi Chuck
>
> Thanks for uploading your Molehill Mountain Back Pack Diaper Bag
> Long-term Report.  However, in reviewing your upload I note that
the
> link to the manufacturer's website is not functioning correctly.
Can
> you please take a look at this. It should be linking to
> http://molehillmtn.com/ not http://molehillmtn.com/m/merchant.mv
as
> it currently does.
>
> If you require further assistance with this problem, please ask in
> the BGTFileUploadHelp group which you can find at
> <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BGTFileUploadHelp/>.
>
> Tim, in your role as Test Monitor, you are expected to check the
> links when the report is in the test folder to avoid these follow-
ups
> which delay notifying the manufacturer. Could you please try in
keep
> this in mind in future report edits. Thanks.
>
>
> Thanks
> Andrew Priest
> List Moderator
>

I agree Andrew; thanks.

Tim

--- In backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com, Andrew Priest
<apriest@...> wrote:
>
> At 12:15 AM 2/04/2006, you wrote:
> >Yep, they actually arrived!!
> >
> >I just tried them on - they fit great.
> >
> >Two things:
> >
> >1.)We'll need to set a schedule for me to get back on track.  I
have a
> >backpacking weekend in three weeks witht the scouts.  It would be
> >great to report on that in the FR.  I'll be doing plenty of day
hiking
> >in them between now and then, but it would be nice to report on
field
> >experience in the "Field" Report.
>
> Dear Tim
>
> I will put you on a full four month test program as you really
need
> to test these boots properly. Your personal Field Report date is
June
> 6, 2006 and your long-term date is August 1, 2006.
>
> Regards
> Andrew
>
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>

--- In backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com, Andrew Priest <apriest@...>
wrote:
I have taken the plunge
> and ordered one.  Not as light as eVENT but my pocket feels better
> and with Australian jackets, which are longer, I don't need pants.
> You can see the jacket at <http://snipurl.com/oi0r>.


i LOVE the cut of that jacket!!  a jacket that falls BELOW my buttocks
(without fitting like a tent) would be awesome.  and i hate rain pants,
hate 'em.

is it hoodless?  i can't quite tell from the picture.  i'm strongly
considering trying a hoodless jakcet with a rain hat.  i'm sick of
being deaf when i put the hood up.

-colleen

Tim, no-one gets notified of postings to the test folder, except when
the poster tells you and Chuck did say this in his Yahoo posting on
Mar 14:

> Html version will be posted tomorrow with a picture
> when I can get it off of my home computer. Until then,
> here is the text version.

HTH
Graham

> Sure Andrew,  I would have, but I didn't even know he uploaded it.
> Do you get notified?   If yes, how?
> Tim


> > Tim, in your role as Test Monitor, you are expected to check the
> > links when the report is in the test folder to avoid these follow-
> ups
> > which delay notifying the manufacturer. Could you please try in
> keep
> > this in mind in future report edits. Thanks.
> > Thanks
> > Andrew Priest
> > List Moderator

Yuppers, what you can see of a person is me.  I'm pretty well covered up.

Rosaleen



From: Andrew Priest
<apriest@...<mailto:apriest@...>>
Subject: ATTN Rosaleen - Keela Rock Jacket

Dear Rosaleen

Is that you modeling the jacket in your Keela Rock jacket Long-term Report?

Andrew

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I wondered if anyone would notice that! I was carrying one for the
fellow I was hiking with, as his pack wasn't suitably equipped.


At 05:18 AM 4/2/2006, you wrote:
>--- In backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com, Edward Ripley-Duggan
><erd@...> wrote:
> >
> > Couldn't resist posting this.
>
>Good pic Ted, but THREE poles? That just to wind Roger up?
>G
>
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At 07:20 AM 3/04/2006, you wrote:
>Yuppers, what you can see of a person is me.  I'm pretty well covered up.

Thanks for clarifying Rosaleen.  I asked because I was caught by how
young you look in the photo against your stated age. Lucky you to
look to be so young both at heart and in appearance :-).

Andrew


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At 05:17 AM 3/04/2006, you wrote:

>i LOVE the cut of that jacket!!  a jacket that falls BELOW my buttocks
>(without fitting like a tent) would be awesome.  and i hate rain pants,
>hate 'em.

Most Australian "standard" bushwalking rain jackets are full length,
i.e., cover one's shorts. We also have the shorter, US style jackets
coming on to the market. The women's jacket has a more shaped cut so
it fits firmer I guess.

>is it hoodless?  i can't quite tell from the picture.

Not hoodless, but the hood tucks away in the collar. Your choice then
to use it or not.

Andrew


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Received.  I will keep in my radar sights until George fixes this little
problem.

Rick

Andrew Priest wrote:
> Dear George
>
> I assume that the report you have recently uploaded and tag as your
> Long-term Report is in fact your Long-term Report even though it is
> labeled "Field Report."  I think some editing is need :-)
>
> Regards
> Andrew
>
>
>
> Yahoo! Groups Links
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>

Hi Steph,
Great report - you made my job easy, I couldn't find any edits for
you, so you're good to upload.  On comment/question though: did you
intend to keep using the bag in the future?  I don't think there's
anything in the survival guide requiring us to include this type of
info, but I'm always curious...
Cheers, David

On 3/30/06, Stephanie Martin <stephanie@...> wrote:
> HTML here:
> http://snipurl.com/ofaq
>
>
> Long Term Report: 2006 Valandré LaFayette Sleeping Bag
>
> Personal Biographical Info:
> Name:Stephanie Martin
> Age: 31
> Gender: Female
> Height: 5'5" (1.65 meters)
> Weight: 145 lbs. (65 kg)
> Email Address: syoong "at" alum "dot" mit "dot" edu
> Location: Phoenix, AZ USA
> Date: March 30, 2006
>
> Background:
> I've always enjoyed spending time outdoors since I was a kid. Since moving
> to the southwest, I've taken to day hiking most weekends, anywhere from
> low desert to mountain territory (7000+ ft (2100+ meters)). In addition to
> day hikes, my husband and I generally take a couple week long trips to the
> Grand Canyon annually, in addition to short weekend backpacking trips. Our
> backpacking philosophy has been rapidly moving towards ultra-light gear,
> with target base pack weight of 10 lbs (4.5 kg). We have also been
> participating in canyoneering since 1997. In general, we average 12 to 15
> miles (20 to 24 km) per day. See http://www.ToddsHikingGuide.com for trip
> reports and a better sense of our hiking style.
>
> Similar Sleeping Bags used:
> None with a sternum zipper or DWR shell.  Other down sleeping bags used
> include a Feathered Friends Ptarmigan, and a semi-custom Feathered Friends
> Hummingbird.
>
> Product Information:
>
> The La Fayette is a light weight mummy style down sleeping bag with an
> extreme temperature rating of -15°C (5°F).
>
> Manufacturer: Valandré [http://www.valandre.com]
> Year of Manufacture: 2005
> MSRP: Not Listed
> Size: Medium
> Listed Weight: 1000 g (2 lbs, 3.3 oz)
> Listed Dimensions:
> Interior Length: 185 cm (6 ft 0.8 in)
> Interior Circumference:
>    Shoulder: 170 cm (66.9 in)
>    Hip:  152 cm (59.8 in)
>    Foot: 86 cm (33.9 in)
> Weight as Delivered:
>    Sleeping Bag: 1026.3 g (2 lbs, 4.2 oz)
>    Compression Sack: 73.7 g (2.6 oz)
>    Mesh Storage Bag: 45.4 g (1.6 oz)
> Measured Dimensions*:
> *best estimate using a tape measure and the bag turned inside out
>    Interior Length: 182.9 cm (6 ft 0 in)
>    Interior Circumference:
>      Shoulder: 147 cm (58 in)
>      Hip:  130 cm (51 in)
>      Foot: 81 cm (32 in)
>    Loft (measured as total thickness): ~ 12.1 cm (4.75 in)
>    Packed (d x h): 19.1 x 35.6 cm (7.5 x 14 in), uncompressed
> Shell:
>    Exterior: Polyamide with DWR coating
>    Interior: Polyester with Anti-static coating
> Fill:
>    95/5 Goosedown, 800+ fill power
>    550 g (19.4 oz) down load
> Warranty: Limited Lifetime.
> Color: Orange exterior, Black Interior
>
> Contents
> - Product use and performance
> - Summary
>
> Field and Test Information:
> Location(s) of test:  Several nights out in the desert environs of Arizona
> Terrain: The regions I've conducted my testing have been the sandy, sunny
> and slickrock covered open desert that I favor for my adventuring.
> Weather Conditions: Mostly sunny with a few overcast days.  Outside
> daytime temperatures during the remainder of the test period covered by
> this report have been much more mild and have ranged from nighttime lows
> from 40-mid 50's F (5-13 Celsius) to daytime highs into the mid 70's F
> (mid 20's Celsius).
>
> Details in this Long Term Report are primarily a summary of experience
> over the test period.  More detailed field comments can be found in the
> Field Report and are intended to be read in addition to the more detailed
> product information as listed in my Initial Report.
>
> Product Use and Performance
> During the long term testing period, I have been evaluating the La Fayette
> in more mild temperatures when compared to those encountered during my
> Field Test phase.  Arizona experienced record drought conditions during
> that time, and field conditions were dry.  For this portion of the test
> phase, I was well fed, properly hydrated and went to sleep with bare feet
> while wearing lightweight base layers.  Testing was conducted inside a
> dual walled tent and my sleeping pad during this portion of the test
> period was a 3/4 length light weight self-inflating mattress. It should
> probably be noted that I typically sleep very cold, and tend to toss and
> turn from side to side.
> I have continued to be pleased with La Fayette during the course of the
> test period.  With the milder temperatures, I found myself venting off
> heat often via the sternum zipper.  If anything, I wish the La Fayette was
> better suited for use as a quilt.  My earlier impressions collected during
> the Field Reporting stage remain unchanged.  A summary of the aspects of
> the La Fayette I was interested in testing and evaluating during the
> course of the test period follow:
>
> Versatility - With the 1/3 length sternum zipper combined with its amazing
> draft collar and hood, the La Fayette has proven to be remarkably
> versatile in the temperature ranges I have been able sleep comfortably in.
>  With cooler temperatures, as encountered earlier in the test period, I
> was able to stay comfortable inside the La Fayette without having to
> resort to adding additional clothing.  Venting off heat in warmer
> temperatures proved to effective, if slightly complex due to the effort
> required to release the collar and hook and loop closure that backs the
> zipper in place of a draft collar.  With the milder night time
> temperatures, I did find myself wishing that the zipper was slightly
> longer and that the hook and loop closure wasn't present as it would allow
> the La Fayette to be used much more comfortably as a quilt.
>
> Comfort - I really like the fabric that is used in the La Fayette.  It's
> soft to the touch and isn't noisy and allows for adequate ventilation
> while sleeping.  Due to the lack of moisture encountered during the test
> period, I wasn't able to properly evaluate the DWR coating in the field,
> other than to note that on nights that I did bundle myself up tightly
> inside the bag, the fabric did seem to wet through near my face due to
> condensation from my breath.  The cut of the La Fayette allowed me to
> sleep comfortably with room to maneuver a little bit inside the bag - more
> so than in other mummy-style bags I own - and even with my side to side
> tossing and turning, the bag did bind or bunch around me.  The sternum
> location of the zipper proved to be a boon, as I'm a side sleeper it was
> nice to have the zipper located such that I was not sleeping on top of it.
> The only minor irritants I note on the La Fayette are the zipper pull
> (which I still find landing on my nose when I'm not careful to tuck it
> behind the hook and loop closures) and the extensive use of hook and loop
> fastener throughout the bag.  If I was not diligent in properly matching
> and securing the hook and loop fastener, it would sometimes stick to my
> clothes or scratch at my skin.
>
> Ease of use -  Even after having the La Fayette for four months, I still
> find it difficult to differentiate between the various cordlocks inside
> the hood area by touch alone.  I find this somewhat frustrating because it
> slows me down while I'm trying to make temperature adjustments in the
> middle of the night.  As I mention above, as well as in my Field Report, I
> also was a little frustrated with the use of hook and loop closure in
> place of a baffle behind the zipper.  While the hook and loop fastener was
> good at keeping drafts from sneaking in, it made temperature adjustments
> slightly difficult and definitely more noisy than they needed to be.
>
> Durability and Care - After four months of use, the La Fayette is still as
> good as new.  The zips all run smoothly, and the cordlocks and hook and
> loop fasteners are in good working order with no noticeable sign of wear.
> While not in use, I've stored the La Fayette unstuffed on a shelf in my
> gear room.  The fabric of the bag has remained clean, down-proof and dust
> free, and I have not observed any loss in loft during the course of
> testing.  The only care note I have to impart is that the interior fabric
> seems prone to holding a static charge and I have noticed that fine grains
> of sand and dirt appear to be stuck to the interior of the bag (though
> this seems to be the normal state for most of my gear - a direct result of
> camping in the desert, I'm certain).
>
> Summary: Woo Hoo's and Boo Hoo's
> While I have an overall feeling of contentment with regards to being able
> to sleep warmly and comfortably in cold conditions while zipped inside the
> La Fayette, there are some features I feel could be improved upon. With
> that said, here are my "Woo Hoo's" (likes) and my "Boo Hoo's" (some room
> for improvement).
> - Woo Hoo: I am very happy with the Marie Antoinette collar - it's proven
> to be draft free, even with all of my tossing and turning from side to
> side
> - Woo Hoo: I do enjoy having the zipper placed over my sternum/chest.  In
> some ways, it has proven to be more versatile than traditional side zip
> bags
> - Woo Hoo: It's warm!  Even with my tossing and turning, I haven't noticed
> any cold spots or drafts while zipped up inside the La Fayette.
> - Woo Hoo: Easy to pack - the stuff sack is appropriately sized, and does
> not seem overly large or ridiculously small
> - Woo Hoo: The fabric is soft and comfortable to the touch, and seems to
> breathe nicely
> - Woo Hoo: The zipper functions smoothly, and does not seem prone to
> catching fabric
> - General Comment: There is a learning curve to being able to both settle
> and escape the bag quickly
> - General Comment: I have not found use for the hip/waist level drawcord -
> the position of the cord does not correspond to my body.  For the cord to
> land at my waist, I have to scootch down in the bag, but then there is
> excess volume on the top portion of the bag - it seems the position of the
> cord is for someone with a longer torso length than mine
> - Boo Hoo: I continue to confess my dislike for the extensive use of hook
> and loop closure on this bag - it has the tendency to catch on my clothing
> or scratch at my skin when sitting inside the bag to read or while using
> it as a quilt and it can be noisy when trying to make temperature
> adjustments at night
> - Boo Hoo: I dislike the fact that the zipper pull seems to always land on
> my nose when zipped fully
> - Boo Hoo: I find it difficult to differentiate between the cordlocks for
> the hood and the collar, especially in the dark
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> My thanks to Valandré and BackpackGearTest.org for this testing opportunity.
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But where was the chick in the bikini???

Jerry

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From: backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com
[mailto:backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Priest
Sent: Friday, March 31, 2006 7:58 PM
To: backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [backpackgeartesters] Re: Roger's Comments in Wild Magazine


At 09:47 AM 1/04/2006, you wrote:

>Are you talking about the one they banned in Britain? I caught it twice a
>couple of days ago. Cute bikini-babe at the end convinced me to come
>down there!

That is the one. I have a spoof which I have now uploaded to
<http://www.aushiker.com/images/sundry/newaussietourismAd.mpg>. Just
be warned, it contains the f* word.

Andrew


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Where did you go? Ken Bigelow and I were on the La Verkin Creek trail in
Zion last night.

Jerry

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[mailto:backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jenn K.
Sent: Sunday, April 02, 2006 9:51 AM
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BIP-Jennifer Koles
Had a wonderful time backpacking in Southern Utah.





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BIP (Fully) - Mark Wood

Well, I'm finally caught up with chores around the house and I'm on my
way back to work.  Not to mention that I've gotten through all the e-mails!

So ya, I'm fully BIP and anxiously awaiting the  Rainbow Tarptent!  Not
to mention it's time to start applying for new items to test!

Mark Wood

Jason - uploaded with the picture.  RGL
--- In backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com, "Jason Boyle"
<c4jc88@...> wrote:
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> Richard,
>
>   I think you should keep the picture, I did see a little
difference,
> it just did not appear a lot darker.  Could be my computer screen
too.
> Upload at will!
>
> Jason
>
> --- In backpackgeartesters@yahoogroups.com, "richardglyon"
<rlyon@>
> wrote:
> >
> > Jason.
> > Regarding the picture - the difference is more noticeable on the
> > shoes than in the picture, perhaps because I'm still learning
proper
> > use of a digital camera with flash. Do you think I should
include
> > the picture? By the way I did ask a friend (who hadn't seen the
> > shoes) if she could see a difference in the photo, and she said
> > yes.  I've fixed the typo and will upload after hearing from you
on
> > this.  Richard
>