I can't remember the airport but this was when TSA was fairly new.
The agent called me over after sending my stuff through xray.
I had sent my wallet through with my retirement badge and the dude says I can't have it because it could be used as a throwing star. I then say, "Well, I'm not giving...
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Shit, I have to board mine in a week or so for the first time......that will be bad enough.
As you most likely know, the San Juan's are a good place. Lots of areas to roam. If you get to Idaho, let me know.
Good luck on your once in a lifetime adventure and enjoy...
Man, it just depends. Weather, mood, tiredness, location, etc all play a part.
However..........ain't nothing better than a fire, food and whisky at the tent.
Randy
This ^^^^^^ is a great idea. I'll give you my account numbers......😉
Randy
In all seriousness do whatever you wish, maybe add something in there for your wife.
Fwiw.......I also had to rough up the smooth carbon on the pre production stock. Rustoleum texture rattle can......it feels like about 400 grit sandpaper or so. If I can keep it away from a particular individual, it should last a range session or two.😉
Randy
Super quick.......just put one strap through the other and over the grip. Takes seconds and you can adjust them to whatever you like.
After using both, I prefer the strap method and also use the straps for climbing and descending.
Randy
Yes, surprising how steady sitting and using trekking poles (old man mountain canes) are.
Fwiw, I did have the wiser quick sticks when I first shot this way but quickly ditched them as I had way more flexibility in just using the poles with interlaced grip straps.
Randy