Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Gear Forum :: Stuff I bought because of this forum
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scat |
Thx shc! |
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pastorjsackett |
Actually some other things too that others have mentioned...CCS, etc. I bought a Nemo Bugout from someone on this site but I've never used it that much. Should probably sell it. BUT FOR SURE EVERYONE GET A BANKS FRY BAKE THEY ARE SO FUN |
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HowardSprague |
Jackfish: "The first thing that came to mind as I saw your list... Oh, there was a time here when the run on Guide Gear tarps was about equal to that run on Taj3 tents. I bought one before I got my CCS 10x14 as well. And it's a very good value tarp, worked well. Not needing it any longer and needing a little cash, I sold mine here two Canoecopias ago. |
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LilyPond |
Jackfish: "The first thing that came to mind as I saw your list... For people who like good quality at a low price, I recommend Unigear tarps over Guide Gear. 3000mm coating, $24 for 10' x 10". Very happy with mine. If you need poles, the "San Like" brand on Amazon are great quality, low price. No need to spend a lot of money on MSR poles. |
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RodPortage |
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Traveler |
A few of the things I have purchased because of information found here include: Propane stove Alcohol stove Sheath knife Guide Gear tarp Exped Synmat Thermacell Bug repellant device and probably a lot more. I love reading this forum! |
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butthead |
justpaddlin: "I found this 2020 Advantage on this site at a good price. I'm primarily a kneeler and have had trouble finding a sitting boat that I enjoy as much as a kneeling boat and I was influenced by people on this site that were passionate about their Advantage (like butthead). I really enjoy the boat. Glad you enjoy one of the finest solo trippers available. I am not around much anymore because arthritis hit my knees and stability. Switched from canoe tripping to an older pastime, automotive fun! Still look in here from time to time, and appreciate the reference! butthead |
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timatkn |
Did you just join last week…that list is way too small LOL or you have way more self control than I do :). I am not going to post my list for fear of depression. I’ll just mention my first couple and my last. First item was the CVCA portage pads. They were brand new by a former poster on this site, Kevin. Great guy, I bought a pre-production prototype, he has since modified. Unfortunately just didn’t work for me, I carry too heavy of loads, but they are great pads. Second item was Purcell Grill. A former poster Maverick and I went in together to split cost of the shipping. Thought it was way too expensive at $40 LOL. Last purchase was my Stealth Northstar 17. I was already saving for a Savage River, had sold my previous Q18.5 to a fellow poster to prepare, when someone posted Northstar came out with their stealth line. I called Piragis and they had one, went and picked it up. Probably never would have heard of the Stealth line if not for this site. Was exactly what I was looking for and the timing was perfect. |
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alpinebrule |
Traveler: "Jackfish: "You bought a Guide Gear tarp instead of a Cooke Custom Sewing tarp? I don't think I've ever seen a Guide Gear tarp mentioned on this site." I too have a Guide Gear tarp, same age probably and is still going strong. Off of the Sportsman's Guide Site, no affiliation. Was very inexpensive as I remember. |
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Unas10 |
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justpaddlin |
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Argo |
scat: "Bought a pair of Merrell Moab hiking boots from straighthairedcurly's advice and I love them. Super comfy right out of the box and good quality, definitely an upgrade from what I had been milking along for way too long. Dyneema cord. Total game changer. No stretch. No tangle. |
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alpinebrule |
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Jackfish |
You bought a Guide Gear tarp instead of a Cooke Custom Sewing tarp? I don't think I've ever seen a Guide Gear tarp mentioned on this site. The CCS tarps are not only the golden standard for top quality tarps, they've been mentioned here somewhere in the range of 10,000 times. :) One thing is for sure... The Gear Forum has caused more expenditures on camping and canoeing gear that most spouses realize. LOL |
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Traveler |
Jackfish: "You bought a Guide Gear tarp instead of a Cooke Custom Sewing tarp? I don't think I've ever seen a Guide Gear tarp mentioned on this site." Well, that was a long time ago, maybe 2011? and I definitely was going for price. I have read so much about CCS here and I have spent quite a bit of time on their site being tempted. Especially the Lean tents. |
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Jefflynn06 |
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RickyBHangin |
TRUTH! |
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Jefflynn06 |
BTW - many things I bought because of this forum were purchased at Canoecopia. I learn about the items here and then get to see the items in person at Canoecopia and then lighten the bank account. Have done that several times - CCS tarp, canoe accessories, CCS pack, sleep mats, clothing, cooking gear. |