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    madmonday
    Raw and Unwashed
    Joined: 13 Oct 2009

    @derivative666:

    Anyone down to join me and my brother 9/21/13 in Atlantic City, New Jersey for a Goruck Light? We registered yesterday.

    start of the kiddies school year, but if i don't get in tooo much trouble this summer & am not in the dog house when this kicks of i would love to join in.  thinking about it i will be in the dog house, but still . . .  as an aside i might be joining another a few weeks after in October so this gives me some prep work . . . .

    thanks for keeping the motivation going gentleman & i'm real excited to meet all of you, have to admit to a soft spot for adam313  😞

    awkward silence, hahahahahahaha

    head high, middle finger higher

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      derivative666
      Joined: 30 Jan 2011

      So happy your joining us Monday

      "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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        Snowy
        Joined: 15 Jun 2012

        @derivative666:

        Level 2 roots just kicked my ass 🙂

        Good to read :). I've been doing Lvl 3/4 roots for the best part of a few months. Slow and steady, really enjoyable program. "Ray's lifting heavy!" 🙂

        Was all set to purchase a GR1 until reading "Our rucks are highly water resistant but not technically waterproof. ". Riding in torrential rain with a laptop on my back I need that technically waterproof.

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          @madmonday:

          adam313

          absolutely hilarious.  I love you all.

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            jacoavlu
            Joined: 17 Dec 2010

            @Snowy:

            Was all set to purchase a GR1 until reading "Our rucks are highly water resistant but not technically waterproof. ". Riding in torrential rain with a laptop on my back I need that technically waterproof.

            you could keep your laptop in a waterproof sleeve, for the rare instance when 100% waterproof is needed

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              Snowy
              Joined: 15 Jun 2012

              nice thinking jacoavlu 🙂

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                derivative666
                Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                I got caught in a down pore on Thursday night 1 mile into my 4 mile walk. My iPhone was in outside compartment and remained completely dry I however was like a wet dog. Rain just beads right off the cordura.

                "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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                  Snowy
                  Joined: 15 Jun 2012

                  I hope it continues to work like that d666 :). I've had leakage on items that started waterproof after 10-20+ hours of total time in the rain. I'll likely be in the rain for around 60-100hours this year. I'll do some reading. My current bag is 100% waterproof externally as well as pvc lined….Thanks for the reply d666, I'll be back at some point 😉

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                    tmg
                    Joined: 10 Sept 2010

                    I'm still considering a GR1 for bike commuting with a laptop, and considering we get a fair amount of rain here in the UK, one of my key requirements is that it doesn't leak! As far as I could tell Goruck only claim the pack is water-resistant since it would eventually let water in if you held it submerged under water, which is a requirement if you want to claim waterproofness.

                    Once I can convince myself that the high cost plus the additional costs of shipping and UK customs charges are worth it, I'll buy one…...I'm not that far off 😉

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                      derivative666
                      Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                      It's a tremendous bag

                      "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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                        derivative666
                        Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                        Lvl 2 roots today and I kicked its ass. I feel great,  intervals tomorrow. Looks like I'm going to be needing a 16kg bell soon. Doug & Z can't thank you guys enough for getting me into bells! Later today 2.25 mile walk with bricks in GR1.

                        "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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                          bagley920
                          Joined: 10 Oct 2011

                          Z, do we have a locale yet?

                          If I am not I, who will be? -Henry David Thoreau

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                            derivative666
                            Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                            Not yet, but Im almost positive its going to be SOCAL.

                            "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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                              seanocono
                              Joined: 17 Oct 2012

                              Day 1 of Paleo in the books.  On to Day 2.  I'm loving it so far, we'll see how I feel in a few days, though.

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                                derivative666
                                Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                                Very nice Sean if you need pointers hit me up. It is doing wonders for me. I'm down 35# have tons of energy and feel fantastic.

                                "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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                                  seanocono
                                  Joined: 17 Oct 2012

                                  Thanks, d. And will do. It was all of the glowing endorsements on this site that prompted me to give it a go. Truthfully, the sustained energy, and digestive benefits interest me more than anything.

                                  I really appreciate the attitude of everyone on this forum. It's such a great place to share new ideas. I've learned a lot, and I feel like my well-being continues to improve from the great advice I've received.

                                  Obviously, this is very much the beginning, but I am excited to progress; and, again, thrilled for the opportunity to have a challenge like the IH GORUCK event to train for.

                                  Edit: And congrats on the weight loss, d666. It is noticeable in your recent pics and I'm sure it has to feel great; especially for a former basketball player.

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                                    bagley920
                                    Joined: 10 Oct 2011

                                    I'm thinking I might give Paleo a shot, you guys have any online resources I can peruse?

                                    If I am not I, who will be? -Henry David Thoreau

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                                      derivative666
                                      Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                                      All my digestive problems went away day 1. I never got heart burn again. I started doing whole30 then switched to Paleo after 1 month.

                                      www.paleodiet.com
                                      www.whole9life.com

                                      "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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                                        Finn666
                                        Joined: 20 Jan 2011

                                        congrats on the goals you already have achieved Jeff.
                                        one really can see that you´re doing great, lost some weight and literally looking "stronger" from the last pics you´ve posted as sean already pointed out…keep on going guys!

                                        WE CAN DO THIS...

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                                          derivative666
                                          Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                                          Appreciated Sean/Rafa. I have only begun. I have a long, arduous journey ahead and I will accomplish my goal. My determination and will power is strong and with each pound lost and each workout and meal it's gets stronger and I get closer to achieving the goals I have set for myself. You guys will be astonished when you you see me at the challenge and yes I promise you will all be able to "carry me"

                                          "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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