mangus7175
1,540 reviewer rep
140 forum posts
joined Jul 5, 2012
I am a:
42-year-old
backpacker
Location: Burbank, CA
Occupation: Systems Analyst
Website: http://theshadedtrail.blogspot.com/
Location: Burbank, CA
Occupation: Systems Analyst
Website: http://theshadedtrail.blogspot.com/
Activities
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Hiking Backpacking |
Mountain biking Bikepacking |
Vitals
| Height | 5'11 |
| Weight | 195 |
| Torso Length | 20.5 |
| Boot/Shoe Size | 10 |
| Jacket/Shirt Size | L |
| Pant Size | 36W/32L |
I began backpacking in 2011. Since then, I have hiked quite a few trails around the Angeles National Forest, Los Padres National Forest, and San Bernardino National Forest. I would consider myself to be a lightweight backpacker bordering on Ultralight. I'm very detail oriented with regards to the gear I use and recommend...this tenacity has helped me greatly in lowering my overall pack weight.
Prior to backpacking, I enjoyed off-roading and vehicle dependent exploration. Since the rise of gas prices, I had to find another medium to allow me to enjoy the outdoors. I was introduced to backpacking by a buddy of mine who off-roads...I haven't stopped since.
Gear Reviews (25)
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Geigerrig Nano Drink Tube | 10/20/2015 |
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Sea to Summit Escapist Ultra-Mesh Bug Tent | 9/23/2014 |
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Sea to Summit Escapist Tarp | 9/22/2014 |
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NEMO Veda 2P | 5/19/2014 |
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Osprey Rev 6 | 5/12/2014 |
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Columbia Men's Diamond 890 TurboDown Jacket | 3/19/2014 |
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American Trekking Pole Green Hiker Cork Grip Poles | 12/29/2013 |
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Montane Minimus Smock | 9/10/2013 |
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Platypus Sprinter XT 35 | 6/13/2013 |
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Merrell Mix Master | 5/28/2013 |
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REI Men's Sahara Convertible Pants | 3/11/2013 |
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Platypus Platy Bottle | 3/11/2013 |
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Six Moon Designs Skyscape Scout | 2/27/2013 |
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Tarptent Contrail | 2/08/2013 |
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Outdoor Products Threshold Trailstar Gaiter | 1/31/2013 |
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ICEtrekkers Chains | 1/31/2013 |
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Uniqlo Down Ultralight Parka | 1/14/2013 |
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Aquamira Frontier Pro Filter | 1/08/2013 |
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Bare Boxer Contender | 11/12/2012 |
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Jetboil Flash Cooking System | 10/25/2012 |
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Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol | 10/25/2012 |
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Keen Men's Targhee II Waterproof Mid | 10/09/2012 |
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Trailspace Trail Runner Cap | 10/09/2012 |
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Mountain Hardwear Lightpath 2 | 7/09/2012 |
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GoLite Jam 50L | 7/09/2012 |
Trip Reports
| Cottonwood Lakes 2015 | July 25, 2015 |
| Yosemite NP: Ostrander Lake Memorial Weekend | June 4, 2014 |
| Death Valley - Panamint City | February 11, 2014 |
| A Weekend with Ediza | October 1, 2013 |
| A chilly night at Willett Hot Springs in the Sespe Wilderness area | November 12, 2012 |
