Posts by johnapril

Solo.

No way. I just stick to the trekking trails. Climbers weren't even in the region while I was up there this year. They hang back until mid-April or so. I did see plenty of yak-trains toting the Chilean Everest Expedition supplies up...

Sorry for the acronym. Everest Base Camp (EBC)

Here's my packlist for EBC, for what it's worth. About 7 kg in your pack, 2 kg on your body. The magic is the wool. It doesn't stink up when you wear it, so you can pack fewer clothes. Carry no blades, The ULA pack is under the...

I'm selling a pair of Ermenegildo Zegna Cashco corduroy pants that are now too large on me. 91% cotton/9% cashmere. Original price ~$600. The pants have been hemmed (I am 5'10", no cuff) and the seat and waist was taken in slightly,...

Kiton Napoli Sport Coat Color: Light Salmon Closure: 3-button Single-breasted Size: 52 R (EU) / 42 R (US) Material: Linen Venting: Dual Condition (1-10): 9 (a few interior stitches have stretched out and could use mending). Chest:...

I am selling a lightly-used Arc'teryx insulated parka on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160645355520

I'm selling a Marmot 8000M Parka and a Marmot CWM MemBrain -40F down sleeping bag on ebay. If you need cold weather gear, here's some lightly used, excellent equipment that I bought and used last...

Quote: Originally Posted by mm84321 I'm going camping in the desert for 2 weeks this month. What are some good books to read in the middle of nowhere? Edward Abbey

Quote: Originally Posted by Piobaire The little lamp post is the most awful part of that picture. Where ignorance is bliss, 'tis folly to be wise.