Re: [at-l] Cell phones in the news--TAlk about COLD!!!!

>HaHaHa! I've succeeded in unleashing the cellphone demon, even as we
>shiver in our homes (at least those North of I-10).
>
>All kidding aside, Jim. The cellphone is possibly helpful for the
>weekender or short section hiker, but of little value for long
distance
>hiking. Weight and battery life become an issue. Cell phones can be
an
>intrusion to those attempting to leave civilization, and can be a
>valuable rescue tool. But not even umbrellas seem to equal the
>controversial power of a cellphone.
>
>OrangeBug
>Atlanta, GA
>
>


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