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		<title>Salomon 3D Fastpacker Boots</title>
		<link>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2010/11/salomon-3d-fastpacker-boots/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 17:54:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I have mixed emotions when it comes to buying new boots.  On the one hand, I love new gear.  On the other, I never know how they'll do on the trail.  A pair of good, well fit boots are quickly forgotten on the trail, but no other piece of gear has the ability to absolutely ruin a trip and make life miserable like the wrong pair of boots.
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		<title>Sea to Summit Ultralight Daypack</title>
		<link>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2010/10/sea-to-summit-ultralight-daypack/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 30 Oct 2010 03:47:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Backpacks]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here's a new addition to the gear stable and one I have high hopes for, the ultralight daypack offered by Sea to Summit.  I like to make side trips when I'm hiking and don't always want to lug my whole pack with me.  At 2.25 oz, I figured I'd give this pack a try.
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		<title>Gear Review: Six Moon Designs Gatewood Cape</title>
		<link>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2010/10/gear-review-six-moon-designs-gatewood-cape/</link>
		<comments>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2010/10/gear-review-six-moon-designs-gatewood-cape/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2010 05:15:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Occasionally, I find a piece of gear that perfectly matches my requirements, such as Six Moon Designs&#8217; Gatewood Cape.  Lightweight and well made, the Gatewood was designed to function equally well as either a poncho or a shelter.  It&#8217;s not often that a single gear item can do two jobs well, but the Gatewood is [...]
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		<title>Gear Review:  Columbia Silver Ridge II Shirt</title>
		<link>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2010/10/gear-review-columbia-silver-ridge-ii-shirt/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 05:59:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The only thing better than getting new gear is putting it to the test.  One bit of gear that I always appreciate is quality clothing and with the proliferation of performance fabrics the outdoor lifestyle is so much more comfortable.
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		<title>Pocket Survival Kit</title>
		<link>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2010/09/pocket-survival-kit/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2010 06:27:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Do you carry a pocket survival kit when you are in the field?  You probably should.  It&#8217;s all too easy to get lost, hurt, or separated from your gear, and to find yourself in a no kidding survival situation.  It happens all the time and a simple pocket kit can make the difference between life [...]
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		<title>Stove Review: Vargo Triad versus Super Cat</title>
		<link>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2010/08/stove-review-vargo-triad-versus-super-cat/</link>
		<comments>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2010/08/stove-review-vargo-triad-versus-super-cat/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2010 18:45:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I'm one of those guys that is always tweaking his gear. One of the items that caught my eye was the Vargo Triad Titanium Alcohol Stove.  My homemade Super Cat has replaced my MSR gas stoves on my solo hikes, and I've been wanting to check out some of the manufactured stoves to see if they are better than my DIY project.
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		<title>What to Bring for your Dog on a Hike</title>
		<link>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2010/07/what-to-bring-for-your-dog-on-a-hike/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jul 2010 02:39:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here is a quick rundown of gear to consider if you take your dog hiking.
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		<title>Homemade Stoves</title>
		<link>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2009/11/homemade-stoves/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 20:10:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For those of you interested in history, Tomahawk has an interesting post on his site concerning homemade stoves.  You can check it out by CLICKING HERE.  The rest of his site is pretty good too. &#169; 2009 &#8211; 2010, The Desert Dog Journal. All rights reserved. Related posts: Stove Review: Vargo Triad versus Super Cat [...]
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		<title>Hiking Report: Hiking Stove Review</title>
		<link>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2009/11/hiking-report-nov-26-09/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 07:21:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here is a quick comparison of my backpacking stoves.  Super Cat, Svea Optimus, MSR Dragonfly, and MSR XGK.
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		<title>Packing for a Day Hike Revisited</title>
		<link>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2009/09/packing-for-a-day-hike-revisited/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 07:53:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[My recent day hike into Redfield Canyon Wilderness highlighted that not all day hikes are created equal and safety considerations dictate that the prudent hiker will pack accordingly.  A couple of months ago I posted Packing for a Desert Day Hike.  The article outlines the gear I carry for a typical out and back hike, [...]
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		<title>Field Test: Osprey Kestrel 48 Backpack</title>
		<link>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2009/08/field-test-osprey-kestrel-backpack/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2009 07:35:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;ve been anxious to give my Osprey Kestrel some field time, but I&#8217;ve been unable to break away for an overnight trip.  This weekend I planned to make a day trip to Redfield Canyon Wilderness so I decided to pack the Kestrel as if it was a two day trip and see how it did. [...]
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		<title>Must Have Hiking Gear That Never Leaves the House</title>
		<link>http://www.desertdogjournal.com/2009/08/must-have-hiking-gear-that-never-leaves-the-house/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:33:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It sounds counterintuitive at first, but some of the best hiking gear I have never leaves the house.  No, I&#8217;m not talking about tents, packs, or boots.  I&#8217;m talking about those things that I use at home to make my field experience safer or more enjoyable.  Here is my Top 5 list of Must Have [...]
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		<title>Gear Review:  FoodSaver V3840 Vacuum Sealer</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:11:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;ve only been using my vacuum sealer for a couple of days and I&#8217;ve already decided that this is a &#8220;must have&#8221; item.  My wife picked up a FoodSaver V3840 Upright Vacuum at Costco last month and I unpacked it this week during my latest food drying marathon.  The sealer was selling for around $140 [...]
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		<title>Gear Review: Nesco FD-35 Food Dehydrator</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2009 09:11:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Let's face it, store bought camping food is expensive and a bit dull, but weight is a constant factor on the trail.  So what is the alternative?  Dry your own food!  Here is my review of my first dehydrator, the Nesco FD-35.
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		<title>Osprey Kestrel 48 Backpack: Initial Impressions</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2009 06:58:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Desert Dog</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Shedding gear weight has become a primary focus for me.  I&#8217;m not obsessive, yet, but reserve the right to become so later.  In my last post I outlined how I shed close to two pounds with a Super Cat alcohol stove.  Today I lost two more pounds by purchasing an Osprey Kestrel pack.  It may [...]
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