My Review of Trestles Trails Sleeping Bag (Regular)

Originally submitted at Rock Creek Outfitters

The Trestles Trail Sleeping Bag by Marmot is a super lightweight bag that can be used in the dog days of summer or used as a liner with a warm bag in the colder months. 

Constructed with a layer of Micro DriClime lining that is super soft, and incredibly cozy on your skin and ...

Trestles Trails Sleeping Bag (Regular)

Owned it for years

By jkayaker from Dalton, GA on 5/21/2010

 

5out of 5

Pros: Packs Small, Lightweight, Comfortable

Best Uses: Backpacking, Car Camping, Climbing

Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer

What Is Your Gear Style: Minimalist

I have owned this bag now for about 4 years. There is nothing better to sleep in in the summer, epecially the hot humid southern nights. I always stay cool and dry. I use this bag on ocassion during the winter as a liner. It packs small about the size of a nalgene bottle, and weighs very little.

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Jacks River Falls

So we made a 2 night trip into the Jacks River Falls area via Beech Bottoms Trail. The weather was perfect despite one night of rain. This are has been recoving nicley after many years if abuse. But for some reason people still seem to want to camp in the closed off area. Any way here are some pics.....

Jumping into the top pool.

Beautiful Jacks River Falls in the morning.

A little sunshine after the rain!

At least the ole hammock was dry

My Review of Snow Peak Trek 900 Titanium Cookset

Originally submitted at REI

Switch to the Snow Peak Trek 900 cookset and you'll shed a few pounds from your pack weight, making those long-distance endurance treks a bit easier.

Snow Peak Trek 900 Titanium Cookset

What you see is what you get.....

By Jkayaker from Dalton, GA on 4/15/2010

 

4out of 5

Gift: No

Pros: Durable, Compact, Lightweight, Easy To Clean

Best Uses: Hiking, Backpacking, High Altitude

Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer

What Is Your Gear Style: Minimalist

I have owned and used the heck out of this cookset for 3 yrs now. My description says it all. It is a very simple no frills cook set. My MSR Pocket rocket and large can of fuel fit in there perfectly. It is a little slippey on the top of the Pocket Rocket, and the hadles do get a little warm so just wait about 30 seconds.. But those are minor problems. It is durable, I have burnt noodles onto the bottom and scrubbed them off with river rocks. It now has a nice petina from some campfire cooking. For the durability, weight, and price it can not be beat!

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My Review of REI Flash 18 Pack

Originally submitted at REI

Versatility is the name of the game with the REI Flash 18. For use in your larger backpack or duffel, this lightweight daypack cleverly converts into a stuff sack simply by turning it inside out!

REI Flash 18 Pack

Expectations Exceded

By Jkayaker from Dalton,GA on 4/15/2010

 

5out of 5

Gift: No

Pros: Lightweight, Well built, Easy To Load, Large capacity

Best Uses: Hiking, Car Camping, Backpacking, Day trip

Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer

What Is Your Gear Style: Comfort Driven

I bought this pack to go along with me on a 5 day trip to Cumberland Island GA. It far exceded my expectations on this trip. First it doubles as a stuff sack: it is perfect for your sleeping bag or your clothes. It is light weight and carrys well. The pull top closing system is simple, fast, and effective. This pack does not have and back padding, I did not find this to be a problem as I had my Camel Back to pad my back. I carried it all day on a 10 mile hike with a rain jacket, water filter, lunch, 1st aid kit, and Camel Back with no problem. By the end of the trip everyone was asking where to pick one up.

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Cohutta Wilderness Forbes Magazine!

Check out the Cohutta Wilderness Area blurb in Forbes Magazine.

http://www.forbes.com/2010/01/05/america-wilderness-parks-lifestyle-travel-outdoors-camping-hiking_slide_7.html

My Review of OMEGA Anti-Microbial Reservoir

Originally submitted at Rock Creek Outfitters

The advanced design of CamelBak's OMEGA Reservoir makes accessing and cleaning your reservoir easier than ever.  An "easy-grip" ergonomic handle allows you to fill to the brim. Simply screw down the secure cap and you're "ready to roll."

OMEGA Anti-Microbial Reservoir

Better Than The old one

By Jkayaker from Dalton. GA on 3/10/2010

 

5out of 5

Pros: Good Quality, Easy to Use, Lightweight, Compact

Cons: Difficult to Use

Best Uses: Hydration Packs, Running, Water Bottles, Hiking/Camping

Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer

Bought this to upgrade from my older Camelback. It is tasteless and easy to clean. I found the top a little hard to open sometimes. But aside from that no wet back!

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Cumberland Island Pics

A View Of The Dunes

Dungoness Rear View

Dungoness Ruin's

The Main Rd On Cumberland

A Boat in The Harbor @ St. Mary's

Check Out Our Beach Ball

A Beach View

I'll Get Up Some More When I Get Some Time

Cumberland Island Update

3 weeks ago I was invited on one of those once in a lifetime trips. Cumberland Island, GA. I was going with 3 veteran's and 2 other newbies like me. After the long drive from Dalton to St Mary's (the jumping off point for excursions to Cumberland Island) we settled into our hotel The Riverview. I highly recomend this place. Great food and a great little bar. We awoke early Sunday morning to a beautiful day and began to unload our gear for the ferry ride over (just across the street from the hotel). The Ferry ride only take about 45 minutes. Once on the island you grab some carts for your gear (for those camping at Sea Camp) and then head into the Ranger Station for a interpertion and campsite assignments (your name is called then you choose in the order your name was called). There is a cold water bath house and running water at Sea Camp. Once you hike the 1/2 mile to camp and get set up its time to explore! The Beaches, The Ruins, The Dunes, The Marshes, The Wildlife there is so much to see is amazing

The Ferry

The View At Camp

The Carts!

My Review of REI Halo +10 Sleeping Bag - Regular

Originally submitted at REI

The REI Halo +10 goose down bag offers the perfect of balance low weight, high-quality materials and top performance—great for backpacking in cool weather.

REI Halo +10 Sleeping Bag - Regular

Tried it in all conditions

By Jkayaker from Dalton,GA on 3/10/2010

 

4out of 5

Gift: No

Pros: Comfortable, Roomy, Lightweight, Warm, Adjustable Hood, Packs Small

Cons: The Zipper Snags On Ocass

Best Uses: Cold Conditions, Backpacking, 4 Season camping, 3 Season Camping, Car Camping

Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer

What Is Your Gear Style: Comfort Driven

I have used this product from the cold moutians of North Georgia to the coast. I have spent nights in the snow down to 15. To wet nights on the coast of Georgia when it dipped down to 20's and 30's Everyone else in our party froze, while I just zipped up and slept sug as a bug. I have not been cold in this bag yet, but I am warm sleeper. I generally just sleep in undies and a t shirt. This bag breathes well (I have never felt clammy) and dry's quickly. It is a little tight but that's what you get with a light weight bag. And the zipper snags every once and a while, but I have never really found one that does not. Like I said not really that big of a deal. It has some minor down leak, but no worse than my Western M bag. Plain and simple for the price you can not beat it. This bag out preforms many of the more expensive bags I tried out before this one.

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Cumberland Island

Check back next week for details.

My Review of SingleNest Hammock

Originally submitted at Rock Creek Outfitters

The SingleNest Hammock by Eagles Nest Outfitters is super compact to pack and gives you the luxury of rest in a single hammock.  Fits one person easily with plenty of relaxing room and holds up to 400 pounds, which is only applicable with two sturdy points of support (large trees, rocks, etc)....

SingleNest Hammock

A great sleep!

By jkayaker from DAlton GA on 2/5/2010

 

5out of 5

Pros: Easy Setup, Drys quickly, Quality Construction, Well Designed, Attractive Design, Good Size, Comfortable

Best Uses: Car Camping, Relaxation, Year-round, Families, Backyard, Backpacking

Describe Yourself: Midrange Shopper

I have used my Hammock extensily during the late spring, summer, and early falls seasons. It takes a little getting used too at first but after a night or 2 its hard to ever sleep on the ground again. I have also had this product get soaking wet (due to a leaking camel back) I took it out and hung it up and in 30 minutes DRY!

Tags: Using Product

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My Review of Pocket Rocket Stove

Originally submitted at Rock Creek Outfitters

At a mere 3 ounces, MSR's compact and powerful Pocket Rocket™ is the lightest in the “Super Light” category. It includes a durable fitted carrying case allowing the PocketRocket to fit into the smallest pack spaces. Made with high quality stainless steel, aluminum, and brass, the PocketRocket i...

Pocket Rocket Stove

Shazaaaam

By Jkayaker23 from Dalton GA on 2/4/2010

 

5out of 5

Pros: Powerful, Lightweight, Compact, Easy to Light

Best Uses: Backpacking, Hiking

Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer

What Is Your Gear Style: Comfort Driven

Its hard for me to give something 5 stars. But this does exactly what it says. It lights fast and cooks fast, plain and simple. It does not care for the wind and cold (10 or below) and can be a little shaky so make sure its on level ground. But it will still works well in those conditions. I have used it in the rain, mud, sleet, and snow. It has never failed me.

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My Review of Hubba Fast & Light Tent (1 Person)

Originally submitted at Rock Creek Outfitters

The Hubba Fast and Light Tent (1 person) by MSR is the ultimate freestanding solo tent.  The Hubba weighs less than 3 pounds (1.3kg) and has been given a new, all-in-one hub-and-swivel pole design that is stronger than ever and still simple to use.  

Hubba Fast & Light Tent (1 Person)

Super light

By Jkayaker from Dalton ga on 2/4/2010

 

4out of 5

Pros: Packs small, Easy To Set Up, Lightweight, Waterproof

Cons: Zipper Snags

Best Uses: Backpacking

Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer

What Is Your Gear Style: Comfort Driven

This is a very well designed tent, it has two small pockets on the inside. I have stayed in it in the rain and when it was dry outside. The tent is narrow so if your claustrophobic this may not be the best tent for you, but it has a roomy vestibule. But with that out of the way it delivers what it promises, Light weight, east set up, mild condensation (show me a tent that has none), and you can with some practice pack it down very small.

Cohutta Wilderness

Tags: Picture of Product, Using Product

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My Review of Trekker Chair

Originally submitted at Rock Creek Outfitters

The Trekker Chair by Therm-A-Rest is their lightest, most compact convertible chair sleeve that sets up fast and is easily adjustable for maximum comfort.  Just put your sleeping pad inside the inserts on each end, and cinch down with the side straps.

Trekker Chair

Excellent Pickup

By Jkayaker from Dalton, GA on 2/4/2010

 

4out of 5

Pros: Compact, Lightweight, Dries Quickly, Easy to Pack, Comfortable

Best Uses: Backcountry Camping, Campgrounds

Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer

There is nothing better after a long day on the trail than to be able to sit and lean back (and I don't mean on a log). I have carried a Crazy Creek for years. But I wanted something lighter weight, and easier to pack. And I found the perfect solution. This chair is it, it rolls up small (about the size of 2 tent poles), its comfortable and dries quickly. Just watch where you sit you butt you could puncture you pad, and watch out for sparks!

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Road To No Where

Frozen Heads

The Mountian Top

ENo Hammock

Me in my Eno Hammock at the top of Emory Creek Falls

Eno Photo contest

Cohutta Wilderness WMA Map

Here is a scale map from GDNR. It shows the CWMA.

Cohutta Wilderness Trail Map

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