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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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                                joesaintjohn
                                啓蒙家
                                Joined: 9 Aug 2012

                                SoCal would be perfect for us!!!

                                Fat dudes need good clothes too.

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                                  zhivago
                                  Raw and Unwashed
                                  Joined: 17 Aug 2010

                                  More tabata stuff 4x (mostly)

                                  goblet side lunges w/ steelbell
                                  T push ups

                                  deadlift w/ KB's
                                  1 arm KB sings L/R

                                  jump squats w/ medicine ball 6x

                                  v sit ups
                                  one legged planks

                                  pull ups till I couldn't pull up no mo

                                  starting to feel stronger…so that's nice

                                  Zhivago

                                  MM: "we all got to start somewhere"

                                  G: "Never once did he bitch, moan or complain.  He just motivated the team and got on with it"

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                                    madmonday
                                    Raw and Unwashed
                                    Joined: 13 Oct 2009

                                    going to give that tabata  approach a go. . . .

                                    head high, middle finger higher

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                                      derivative666
                                      Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                                      Tonight Skogg intervals lvl2 2 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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                                        derivative666
                                        Joined: 30 Jan 2011

                                        Just ordered a 16kg bell.  Time to become a man.

                                        "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

                                          Today was a rest day, but because I'm bouncing off the walls from all of this Paleo energy, I decided to do the best rucking I could with the tools available at my disposal. I figured this would be "low impact."

                                          I wrapped a 25lb. kettlebell in a towel; threw it in a backpack; cinched it tight; and headed out for a 4 mile trek.

                                          Two miles in, I was golden – still energetic.

                                          Three miles in, I was tiring -- but still feeling great.

                                          By four miles, my shoulders, neck, and the muscles on the top/back of my skull were on fire. My pack was not built to support a kettlebell. Then again, I'm guessing few, if any, are.

                                          Needless to say, not the best idea I've ever had. I'm no longer bouncing off the walls, though. George W. Mission Accomplished.

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