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I asked the opposite question on the Scarpa Charmoz GTX page,

Lowa Vajolet GTX Mountaineering Boot - Men's

February 10, 2012

I asked the opposite question on the Scarpa Charmoz GTX page, but I'm wondering how this boot compares (fit-wise) to the Charmoz? Which has a roomier toe box, etc? Thanks!

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Just wondering how this boot fits compared to the Lowa Vajolet

Scarpa Charmoz GTX Boot - Men's

February 10, 2012

Just wondering how this boot fits compared to the Lowa Vajolet GTX? (which one is wider, roomier toe box, etc). Thanks

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Answer to: "Just bought this pack and I'm inspecting it before I decide"

DAKINE Guide Backpack - 3380cu in

January 12, 2012

Dave, thanks for your response.

I asked Dakine customer service the same question and this was their response: "The reservoir pocket is going to be inside the main compartment opposite of the back panel. It has Velcro closure. We moved away from the older version [that you have, Dave] because of the back panel access."

My opinion: this isn't even a good idea on paper. The pocket is too open for my 3 liter reservoir (meaning it will sag as I drink it or if the main compartment isn't full to keep it in place) and there's no hook or strap to hag it on. The hose lays across your gear, so if you use the top access you have to work around it. And the exit point for the hose (if the hose is even long enough) was way too difficult to feed the bit value through (granted it was a Camelbak big mouth value or whatever it's called), so I returned the pack.

I like the rest of the pack, but hydration is something that needs to be easy to use and I don't think Dakine got it right. Too many other packs to choose from.

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Just bought this pack and I'm inspecting it before I decide

DAKINE Guide Backpack - 3380cu in

January 4, 2012

Just bought this pack and I'm inspecting it before I decide to keep it. There's an insulated hydro sleeve, but I don't see a dedicated sleeve or loop to hang the reservoir inside the pack. I realize the back panel entry probably complicates this, but am I missing something or does the reservoir just get tossed in with everything else?

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Answer to: "Are Mammut boots as wide as Scarpa?"

Mammut Mamook GTX Boot - Men's

April 19, 2010

I was wondering this too. La Sportiva's have a narrow toe boz and the few scapa's I've tried on are aittle roomier. how do these compare to either brand? thanks

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What's the fleece weight/warmth of this jacket? I see it's

The North Face Pamir WindStopper Jacket - Men's

August 30, 2009

What's the fleece weight/warmth of this jacket? I see it's Gore Windstopper Fleece, but is that comparable to 100, 200, 300 weight? And how does this jacket compare to the Mountain Hardware Windstopper or TNF Denali Wind Pro (or other similar fleece)?

Thanks

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I've looked at the "dark gray/red rock" color option

KEEN Venice H2 Sandal - Men's

July 22, 2009

I've looked at the "dark gray/red rock" color option on a couple sites and I'm not sure which site has the accurate image for this color. Zappos shows this color option as much darker. See http://zapp.me/7209709 and "dark gray/red rock" is the 5th color swatch. Anyone know what the correct image is (I like the darker color on Zappos, but want to buy from BC)?

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I was comparing this product, Tent and Gear Proof, to another

Nikwax Tent and Gear Proof

July 22, 2009

I was comparing this product, Tent and Gear Proof, to another Nikwax product called Tent and Gear Solarproof Waterproofing Spray and was wondering if anyone has experience with both? What would make me choose one over the other? Thanks.

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What's the diameter of this bowl? How much volume does it

Sea To Summit Delta Bowl

July 13, 2009

What's the diameter of this bowl? How much volume does it hold (8, 16 ounces, etc)? Thanks.

Nailed It? 1 Yes

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Just wondering what the diameter is? Also, does this plate have

Sea To Summit Delta Plate

July 13, 2009

Just wondering what the diameter is? Also, does this plate have any give or is it rigid (curious as to how it will respond if I shove it in my pack)? Thanks.

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How well do Grivel G12 crampons fit in this bag? (I read a couple

Black Diamond Tool Box

May 15, 2009

How well do Grivel G12 crampons fit in this bag? (I read a couple reviews of the BD Crampon Bag by people who own G12s and said it wasn't the idea bag.) Also, this has velcro and Fastex closures... how secure is that compared to a zippered bag? Thanks.

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If it fit better I would have kept it

Marmot Heat Shield Fleece Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 November 10, 2008

I've been looking for a windstopper fleece for a while and was excited to find this one from Marmot. I'm 5'8, 160 lb with 32/33" sleeve length and I've had to pass on the Mountain Hardware WindStopper Tech Jacket because it was too short in the sleeves (I've found most of Mt Hardwear's jackets run shorter in overall length). The Heat Shield is a slightly heavier weight jacket than the Mt Hardwear, which I liked. I really like the pitzips and the 4 exterior pockets, unfortunately the sleeves were too long for me on the Heat Shield (I bought a medium), so I chose to return it. I might be nitpicking, but when the jacket is zipped all the way up the collar wasn't very close around my neck, so I while it is a windstopper jacket, I could see it being drafty around the neck, however I would have kept it if the sleeves were the right length. There's not many quality fleece windstopper jackets on the market, but I'll keep looking.

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Too big for my mellon.

Would be a good pack for taller torso

Mountainsmith Cross Country 3.0 Backpack - 4302cu in

Rating for this product: 3 September 8, 2008

I returned this pack b/c I'm 5'9", 160 lb and my torso is 16.5 - 17" and I couldn't get the pack adjusted small enough (too much space b/t the shoulder straps and my shoulders even though I adjusted the torso as small as it would go). I did like the pack though and it wasn't too heavy, even I wish it had a more traditional opening to the sleeping bag compartment. I liked the slanted mesh pockets on the side for a water bottle, although my Nalgene bottle seemed like it could pop out fairly easily.

Nailed It? 0 Yes

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Would have kept it if it fit

Patagonia Down Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 November 30, 2007

After research a bunch of down jackets I decided on the Patagonia. It was a little small so I returned it, so I can only comment on how it fit. The sleeves, as well as the overall fit, were short (I ordered a Medium and I'm 5'9, 160 lb). I can say I really liked the full fleece lining on the inside of the collar and the hand warmer pockets. I have since tried on a Large and was swimming in it.

Nailed It? 3 Yes

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