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    Back Country gear list

    I'd say your gear list looks pretty good. The only suggestion I'd make is purely for comfort. When on an extended backcountry trip, especially without a stove, I'd add an extra set of base layers along with your boxers and socks. I keep them all in a dry bag. Nice to have something dry while in...
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    which trekking poles to pick

    I have the Leki Micro Varios as well and have put several miles on them over the last couple years. I've also had the unfortunate experience of taking a couple nasty spills while using them. Not the poles fault. Just me being to lazy to take my boots off during stream crossings and trying to...
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    Which jet boil?

    Another vote for the Primus ETA. I have the ETA Spyder version. I also have the Jetboil Flash. I prefer the Primus for a few reasons. It boils very quickly, has the option to convert to liquid fuel, and allows you to use a variety of pots and pans. I've found that it also has better heat control...
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    Satellite Phone Recommendations

    Spent the last week and a half backpacking and fishing in Nevada, Utah, and Colorado. The Iridium 9575 Extreme worked great during the entire trip. The only time I had a connection problem I was in a valley while backpacking into the Maroon Bells area in CO. Took a few minutes to connect then...
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