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"Overnight testing experience with down quilt"
you are using more ground insulation than I do in those temps unless I am on snow, however only using a buff and a fleece beanie in those temps and I would be FREEZING! I get cold sleeping with on...
FS Gregory Z65 & rain cover
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"FS Gregory Z65 Azul Blue Small"
"FS Gregory Z65 Azul Blue Small"
"FS Gregory Z65 Azul Blue Small"
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"FS Gregory Z65 Azul Blue Small"
FS Gregory Z65 backpack "Azul Blue" Small
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"3 day solo gear list"
above and beyond what I already mentioned, I would advocate not using a paper pre-filter; they don't work well. If you need a prefilter use a complementary disposable nylon sock from a shoe sto...
Re:"Revelation X quilt - recommended way to use shock cord."
I modified my cords on my rev X quilt based on the instructions on this link. I have been very happy with the result and it is actually lighter in weight than the stock cords because they can be tr...
Re:"Taking a 25 degree bag down to 0"
"Thinking about getting and overbag or bivy to augment a Montbell SS Hugger #2 Sleeping Bag (25 degree) to add another 10 degrees of warmth. Any thoughts on pros or cons of either setup along wit...
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Keynote Speaker - DR. LILLIE W. MCCAIN
Growing up in a small farming community in Teoc, Miss., Dr. Lillie W. McCain spent her childhood years milking cows, chopping and picking cotton, planting and harvesting vegetables, fishing from the banks of ponds and streams, wading in creeks, picking blackberries, playing in fields of wildflowers, and enjoying family meals. These experiences developed in her an indelible love for life, an incredible work ethic, a love for people and a commitment to the principles of Jesus Christ.
The second of four daughters and two sons born to the late Charles and Mary McCain, she was educated in Mississippi's public schools and actively participated in the civil rights movement. McCain was one of the first two African-American students to graduate from J.Z. George, a previously all-white high school in North Carrollton.
After high school, she graduated from Tougaloo College in Mississippi, Kansas State College, Texas A&M University-Central Texas (formerly the American Technological University) and Wayne State University in Michigan.
In 1975, McCain joined the faculty at Mott Community College, where she currently teaches psychology. She is also a certified, international facilitator for Phi Theta Kappa's Leadership Development Studies seminars, where she conducts workshops on leadership development, multiculturalism, stress management, counseling strategies, working with difficult people, diversity in the workplace and effective parenting.
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50D is a great camera for shooting RAW with Magic Lantern hack but, being an old camera, has a bit more noise than competition, which becomes evident in low light conditions.
In additions the noise has a disturbing pattern consisting in vertical and horizontal stripes of noise, making it look digital and not filmic.
So I read many posts about the Dark Frame Subtraction tecnique in photography, which uses two shots one on top of the other: lower one is the original photo, upper is a toatlly dark photo made with same settings but with cap on the lens.
This "dark frame" photo has some light spots, the more evident are the hot pixels, the less evident are the noise.
The dark frame is blended with the original photo in subtraction mode, so where the frame is black the photo is seen correctly, otherwise brighter pixels are brought down with the subtraction procedure, resulting in a photo without hot pixels (at least they are no more bright) and less noise.
In some forums (like Magic Lantern one) somebody claimed that we could do the same for video, making the noise less disturbing.
I decided to make an attempt, but as you can see in the video above adding the dark frame layer is useless: the noise is similar but changes every frame, giving no opportunity with a secon clip to denoise the exact pixel at the exact moment.
The subtraction was made with DaVinci Resolve.
Youtube did a heavy compression, so if you want to see the video at its full quality download it here:


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Travel is one of those things that everyone can get into, but in which not everyone really excels. Making travel arrangements can be a fast, painless thought-free process. However, getting the best deals and making the best plans, takes a little more effort. Here are a few tips for maximizing the benefits that good travel planning can bring.
Purchasing an entertainment package when visiting a city with many attractions can save you time and money. An entertainment package purchased in advance usually includes tickets to several area attractions, often at a discounted rate. This will take much of the stress out of a vacation, allowing you to walk past the long lines at the ticket counter when you arrive and get straight to the fun.
Keep hand sanitizer in your purse or pocket. When traveling, keeping hand sanitizer with you is a great idea. If you go through a lot of it, considering buying small reusable bottles. Buy one of the larger sizes of hand sanitizer and just continue refilling the small, reusable bottle.
If you are arriving in a new city and don't yet feel comfortable there, consider asking if your hotel provides an airport pickup service. This will allow you to avoid the pitfalls of baggage porters and taxi lines which trap many first time travelers. It also ensures you don't get lost in the city and go straight to your hotel.
Be flexible. If your travel dates can be tweaked by a day or two, try using the "flexible dates" feature of most online travel search engines. This allows you to search departure and return dates within a given range. By just changing your dates by a day or two, you may be able to score huge savings on airfare.
When you arrive at your destination don't hesitate to ask for help in any way. The locals of the town should be more than willing to give you good advice on where to visit. You want to make the most out of your experience so don't be shy, remember you'll probably never see those people again anyway.
When traveling and sleeping in hotels, considering bringing along a small portable fan. This will allow you to create white noise, should you have a noisy neighbor. It can also help circulate the air in a stuffy room without needing to chill the room to uncomfortable levels using the air conditioner.
When Wayfair.com you first arrive at your hotel room, check the mini-bar. Some guests are known for refilling bottles with water, so make sure each and every bottle is fully sealed. If any of them are not, you should immediately phone the front desk and tell them what you have found. You do not want to be charged for someone else's dishonesty.
Even if you don't have a digital music player, bring headphones on your flight. Many airlines have in-flight entertainment systems that are free to use but require headphones. Instead of paying $5 for the crummy airline headphones, bring your own and enjoy your flight in comfort and style.
Research and prepare for any communications costs that you might have, in regards to computing while traveling. Knowing where you will have access to Wi-Fi and what equipment you will need to connect at your various destinations, will make your journey easier and avoid on the fly purchases when you need to communicate.
If possible travel during off-peak hours. The price of flights changes depending on the hour, the day and the month of travel. You can save a lot of money by booking flights during off peak hours. For example, flights on Thursdays are usually cheaper than those of Fridays. This is because the demand for seats is lower on a Thursday as people who work away from home during the week normally want to fly home on a Friday.
When traveling overseas, do not be afraid to use your cell phone if you need to make a brief call home. You may be charged a high fee, but you can avoid the stress of trying to figure out how to use phone cards. If you need to make several calls, consider using a phone service that operates over the internet.
Seek out "slow food" restaurants when traveling. These establishments combine eating with a commitment to locally grown foods. They only serve dishes that use fresh ingredients from their own farmers and fisherman. There are websites that can help you locate these restaurants all over the United States.
Everyone on board a plane, train or ship, has something in common, they have all paid for the privilege of being there. Some passengers seem happier than others, though. These are the wise travelers, who have made an effort to arrange their travel plans for maximum convenience and economy. A little education can help you to join their ranks and travel with a smile.