#hikerchat - Spring Cleaning, Gear Care
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publiclandlvr
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports We primarily use a @Jetboil b/c of weight and camping in summer w/burn restrictions. Post fun cleaning is key. #hikerchat
backroadramblrs
replying to @AdventureGlass @AdventureGlass @purpleosh That's exactly how I feel, Beth. Although my pack is HEAVY, and I'm gettin' old, so maybe soon! #hikerchat
amSASSadorASW
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports @KovasP @pibb41 This is exactly why we're installing a 24x30 shed on our property! #hikerchat
seatoskyair
A5. Always use someone else's whenever possible, keeps yours nice and clean for years of 'use'! hehe. #hikerchat
TETONsports
replying to @publiclandlvr @publiclandlvr @Jetboil They do an awesome job, love their stuff for sure #Hikerchat
jaypeatravels
Mrs_Roadrunner
Bernardine
replying to @junipers333 @junipers333 @TETONsports Zippers are tough to repair ...have to replace. Seamstress unless you can sew! #hikerchat
KovasP
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A5 use it, clean it and then pack it away correctly #Hikerchat
WildWithinHer
A5. I have a @Jetboil MiniMo stove. Never had a problem except the piezo stopped working quickly. No big deal, that. #hikerchat
purpleosh
replying to @paulina_dao @paulina_dao @TETONsports @JoshuaTreeNPS Haha! I'm practicing the puppy dog look right now - I'm failing miserably.… https://t.co/B7vV2eWOhw
DenaliStores
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine Hmm, that's a tough one. I'm getting a @thenorthface Apex Flex @GORETEXna jacket which I am pumped about #hikerchat
Audg007
replying to @WhistlerSummit @WhistlerSummit @TETONsports Winter was alright over here. Mountains got dumped on quite a bit. How about yours? #hikerchat
seatoskyair
replying to @jaypeatravels @jaypeatravels @TETONsports Great minds think alike! #hikerchat
2TravelDads
replying to @prohousesitter @prohousesitter @YosemiteNPS Do you have a favorite hike in Yosemite? We loved Hetch Hetchy and the lack of people there. #hikerchat #travel
billbrokob
A4: Will try new things if they offer something new. Not just to change colors! Lighter weight will always get a look from me #hikerchat
TETONsports
replying to @amSASSadorASW @amSASSadorASW @KovasP @pibb41 That's awesome! It's like the adventure mecca shed! #hikerchat
Bernardine
replying to @TheHikingDiva @TheHikingDiva @TETONsports Tends to shorten life span? #hikerchat
TETONsports
RT @Kootenaicountry: @TETONsports A5: steel wool if you ever see rusty spots! #hikerchat
RMhigh7088 KovasP
replying to @amSASSadorASW @amSASSadorASW @TETONsports @pibb41 one day I’ll own property with a pole barn with storage for all my toys and an… https://t.co/sDW1nasgtO
TETONsports
replying to @Kootenaicountry @Kootenaicountry Great call! We also use the plastic course pads for lighter spots. #hikerchat
publiclandlvr
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports @Jetboil In fact, I just pulled it out as we're having a storm and if the power goes out, I'll need it… https://t.co/swbhR2S9Rm
WhistlerSummit
replying to @TheHikingDiva @TheHikingDiva @TETONsports OMGoodness! No, that’s so sad. Hopefully it was on your last day… #hikerchat
TETONsports
replying to @KovasP @KovasP @amSASSadorASW @pibb41 So a @last_adventurer course is really what you mean, right? #hikerchat
TheHikingDiva
replying to @WildWithinHer @WildWithinHer @TETONsports just do clothes, hats - no gear unless it is fabric. Will last thru multiple washing #hikerchat
WildWithinHer
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine A6. My Danner boots. Even though I don't wear them anymore. #nostalgia #hikerchat
AdventureGlass
Oh no! (that whole getting old thing - I so get it) #hikerchat https://t.co/gw8BhugF65
TETONsports
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine @TheHikingDiva Wait, that doesn't make it work better? haha #hikerchat
Bernardine
replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 When I find a brand I trust I don't shop around. #hikerchat
Parks_Explorer
A4. Fun to try new gear! We also DIY - @smithoptics and @PENTAXIAN for wild #360cam videos https://t.co/vaxTrre6ok… https://t.co/frRijYVa9K
KovasP
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports @amSASSadorASW @pibb41 @last_adventurer yes, no flame throwers though #Hikerchat
DenaliStores
replying to @WhistlerSummit @WhistlerSummit @TETONsports When I was younger and did summer camp we swamped them and raced each other #hikerchat
RCGibby73
LisaPulsifer
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine A6 #hikerchat I can’t let go of my original Exped DownMat. It’s just so thick and warm, and no holes to speak of.
DevenVankirk
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A5: Taking notes instead of answering....last stove, a pocket rocket, lasted for years, no maintenance… https://t.co/kMnFdVpjcS
BenOnAdventures Audg007
replying to @WhistlerSummit @WhistlerSummit @TETONsports I'm trying to make it over there in the summer or fall #hikerchat
backroadramblrs
A6. I have some ancient @VasqueFootwear Sundowners that I can't part with. #hikerchat
Chrisism_ink
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports Clean them, keep them in a safe place. #HikerChat
TheHikingDiva
replying to @Bernardine @Bernardine @TETONsports still works but very dented - sad! #hikerchat
carornocar