Post by: slim9300 on May 29, 2012, 11:20:12 AM
So the ETA Solo was faster and lighter than my old Jetboil PCS a few years back when I bought it, but I have a gear problem and I am always looking for something better, stronger, faster, lighter, etc. So I bought the SOL on friday when I was picking up some other items. I didn't want the Ti version since I cook other food in my cup sometimes. Plus, the 1 ounce difference and thinner sleeve didn't seem worth it. The Primus can be found pretty cheap online and for $60 shipped it may still be a good choice for the budget conscious hunter who cares about ounces and efficiency. With the ETA Solo I get 10+ days of use out of a single 110g Snow Peak IsoButane fuel canister (@ 7-8k elevation) and that's 1 cup in the morning and 2-3 cups every night.
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On a side note, I want to thank Aron for recommending I buy some trekking poles. I had a hard time with the look at first but having those poles makes a night and day difference when things get steep and/or the ground is loose/slippery and you have a load on your back. It's amazing the strain they take off your knees. Plus, at 10 ounces for both poles, I can't complain about the added weight. I am kind of out of mountain shape but I felt very good despite it being a decent hike.
Here are a couple pics from the little trip. We ended up walking about 11 miles. There is a section of the Hoh trail that goes up over a decent cliff and you have to climb ladders to get up and down. That was interesting. Also, don't miss the tide or you are risking your life. :)
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Post by: arguhl on May 30, 2012, 05:38:07 PM
Post by: slim9300 on May 30, 2012, 07:44:10 PM
Looks like a great trip! Would you recommend the hoh rainforest for a backpacking trip with a kiddo? My four year old daughter is ready, I've been trying to find a suitable place with only minor elevation gains and the hoh has been recommended to me. Thanks Andrew
We were on the Hoh Head trail. It's not a good place for a kid younger than 12. My little sisters did it when they were 6 and 8 and they were traumatized.
The Hoh Rainforest trail would be a much better choice. I hear it's very mild.
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Post by: arguhl on May 30, 2012, 07:56:37 PM
Post by: slim9300 on May 30, 2012, 08:18:20 PM
Thanks for the heads up.
No problem. Have fun!
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