[at-l] all things considered / brunton half note / sony walkmen

[davids at teratech.com (David S.)]

I never seem to get the radio in the pack before my hikes, but I have 
used them periodically, although mostly in training for a hike or an event.

If anyone's shopping for a radio - I had the Brunton Half Note - thought 
it was a good deal when I picked it up, 1.9 oz, $15, but it died on like 
day 3 of hiking!  I never bothered to resurrect it.

After more research, I'd recommend the Sony SRF-S84, and if you're 
really particular, this gentleman sells specialized Sony walkmen with 
better reception and sound quality, all for around $60. -- 
http://www.fixup.net/tips/srfs83/srfs83.htm

Six2

Amber wrote:

> I'm worried that every time I post something, I might set off another
>testosterone war. But here goes. I wonder how many section or through hikers
>of the AT carry a radio with them? When I hike, I usually hike solo so I
>bring along my little AM/FM/Weather Band Grundig. The Grundig looks like it
>has been dragged behind a car for a few miles but it works great and the
>battery life is fabulous. I enjoy listening to All Things Considered on NPR
>when I make camp. I usually check NOAA for a weather report if I'm sensing a
>change in pressure or if I just want to listen to the latest weather
>forecast. I know in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont there is no problem
>picking up either. Is this the case for the entire AT? 
>
>OK, Let's see. I use an earphone. I don't play it while I walk along. I climb into my sleeping bag backwards and only listen to it down by the foot area. I keep it in a plain wrapper. Amber.
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