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Comment on Re. RIPR by Michael

Michael — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:33:45 +0000

Well, as with fashion it really is all about the accessories. I learned to use them thoughtfully by watching “Project Runway.”

Comment on Re. RIPR by Ted

Ted — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:14:48 +0000

Obviously none of your arsenal includes enough battery-operated rail-mounted accessories. Really, the bells and whistles are where it’s at.

Comment on Practice practice practice by Dude

Dude — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:02:41 +0000

Just wanted to say… Controlled pair is two quick shots with separate sight picture, I.e. Reaquisition after the first shot. Should take about 1.5 seconds for the entire evolution. What you are referring to in your article is a hammer pair, one sight picture and two rapid shots. In most situations a controlled pair is used to quickly deliver Well aimed devastation at relatively short ranges. Hammer pairs are generally the first half of a failure drill (two in the chest, one in the head), used to combat enemies who are or could possibly be wearing body armor. A ‘double tap’ is a pistol technique whereby the shooter fires one shot, and based on muscle memory, fires another when his weapon returns to about the same position. Slightly faster than a controlled pair but not as fast as a hammer pair. In my opinion double tap is completely worthless, practice for controlled and hammer pairs and youwill never be left wanting in any situation.

Comment on Day Hiking by Michael

Michael — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 12:55:20 +0000

I have many good Vasque experiences, so my look up the Summer Ave. store. I’m not averse to trying something new though. Thanks for the input.

Comment on Day Hiking by Charles

Charles — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:51:27 +0000

Vasque! I just bought my 3rd pair. In 20 years I only wore out 2 pair. Outdoor Inc. on Gtown Pkwy carry all the top brands and have a surplus store on Summer Ave.

Comment on Day Hiking by David

David — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 18:31:38 +0000

This may be repost. Didn’t see the first one go thru…

In the spring I pick up a pair of Kayland Zephyrs. Got a too sweet deal @ Mast General Store downtown. They ain’t cheap even tho I am. http://www.backpacker.com/editors_choice_2009_kayland_zephyr/gear/12877

This one here may be a good choice. These waterproof LL Beans earned a Backpacker Mag Best Buy rating…http://www.backpacker.com/gear-guide-april-2010-ll-bean-trail-model-hiker-ii-tek25/gear/13965

Comment on Day Hiking by David

David — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 18:23:53 +0000

Here’s what I back in the spring: Kayland Zephyrs. http://www.backpacker.com/editors_choice_2009_kayland_zephyr/gear/12877. Pricey but a scored a great deal @ a local store.

and these LL Bean get high marks and a BP mag best buy:
http://www.backpacker.com/gear-guide-april-2010-ll-bean-trail-model-hiker-ii-tek25/gear/13965

Comment on Day Hiking by David

David — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 18:19:13 +0000

New boots? Here ya go. Trena just got a pair. Word on the trail is that they are a fave w/ AT thru hikers too. Light but not too light. Relatively inexpensive. Short breakin. Stylish, too. http://www.backpacker.com/august-2010-gear-review-keen-pyrenees-boot/gear/14351

Comment on Every Day Carry #2 by Michael

Michael — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 19:21:31 +0000

Surefire makes great stuff, but it is way pricey. I generally buy Fenix lights. They fit my budget and have good quality control. My primary is a model LD20. I have a host of choices depending on how I’m dressed. There is a little Brinkmann aluminum 1 watt LED that used 1AAA battery that I can carry in my pajama pocket. I’ve had that thing for a decade.
http://www.fenixlight.com/viewcnews.asp?id=31

Ooo, make a template for that card if you can. Mine is literally a scrap of waterproof paper written in Sharpie.

Comment on Every Day Carry #2 by JJ

JJ — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 19:09:40 +0000

Fan-damn-tastic! I’m aware that you don’t get a commission if you plug a brand of product, but is your primary and secondary flashlight a “surefire”?

I agree with the cell phone as well. I resisted for a long time and now I can’t imagine life without my smart phone. My iPhone (I drank Apple’s Kool-Aid back in 85) can do damn near anything.

However, I’m definitely going to design a snazzy emergency contact card for my wallet. Great idea that!