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tick
 
location:
Abingdon, VA
Gender: Male
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<Reply # 260 on 8/12/2004 1:02 AM >
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I have never heard of a pelican case, can somebody tell me morea bout these? |
Pelican cases are high-quality waterproof plastic boxes. I have a small one, for carrying spare batteries when caving. Otter is another company that makes waterproof cases.
Pelican cases: http://www.pelican.com/
Otter cases: http://www.otterbox.com/
Brightguy.com is a good place to buy waterproof flashlights and cases.
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r0sie
   
Resident Locksmith
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<Reply # 261 on 8/12/2004 10:20 PM >
|  | | | Amazing products from pelican. Alas. they are VERY expensive, yet well worth it.
I got a case for my 35mm and 2 lenses + accs and the cost was close to 200 CDN. Ouch! But my camera is safe 
rosie
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MaximusNT
Gender: Male
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<Reply # 262 on 8/12/2004 11:38 PM >
| | | | I have a small 18" x 18" pelican case, and large suitcase. The small case has popped off cliffs, fallen out of boats and off chairlifts, and been wedged between a car and wall. It also skidded a good 100ft down highway 11, which did rough up the case some, but also added character. I still have a well-loved and relatively non-dinged camera. And there's nothing cooler than releasing the pressure through the valve after flying!
They are expensive though.
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-=Kid-Sparkle=-
location:
-=HERE=-
Gender: Male
-=8=-
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<Reply # 263 on 8/13/2004 12:33 AM >
| | | | ALright... So how about keeping me dry as well in "non natural spring water" .
Hmm..I am going to check into Pelican Cases. What other alternatives are there to save $$.
"Being frightened is an experience you can't buy."
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MacGyver
location:
St Paul, Minnesota
Gender: Male
"Someone go find me a paperclip, a D-cell battery, and a cheese grater"
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<Reply # 264 on 8/13/2004 12:49 AM >
| | | | Posted by Jake616
ALright... So how about keeping me dry as well in "non natural spring water" . |
Mystery fluid (a twin-cities-based term for all things similar to or involving mixtures of sewage, graywater, funny-colored runoff, etc.) often behaves very similarly to water. Just make sure your nn-weatherproof equipment (photographic gear, food, etc.) is safely stowed in waterproof packaging (pelican cases, freezer bags, etc.) and you yourself are suitably protected with boots/waders, raincoats, gloves, hats, and whatever else you feel necessary. It's not too hard.
Like a fiend with his dope / a drunkard his wine / a man will have lust for the lure of the mine
"If you are not part of the solution, you are not dissolved in the solvent." |
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Flagg
location:
Welland, Ontario, Canada
Gender: Male
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<Reply # 265 on 8/13/2004 9:31 PM >
| | | | I bring along...
Flashlight (My flashlight is now retired, looking for a good replacement)
Camera - Toshiba PDR M700
Multi-tool and knife
Binoculars (for when I'm up on a roof and want to look around)
Tripod
I should invest in asbestos protection.
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jumpman
location:
On a computer
You can't do that without rope.
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<Reply # 266 on 10/2/2004 11:37 PM >
| | | | there are a few cheap pelican case alternatives out there; a couple of AV companies make their own, and LOWe also makes some.
The usual kit for me is as follows (I've been doing this for as long as I am old, I started in barns and construction sites as a little kid, along with someone who posts here as well):
Sturdy pants (combats).
Sturdy boots or hiking shoes (my docs make less noise, but are FAR from waterproof, the goretex shoes are more supportive and slightly less wet)
Flashlight (currently a red filtered Minimag. It works well if you're accustomed to it)
OSHA rated Filter mask for Organic vapours, or at least dust masks (this is probably a good idea in most of the derelict buildings, just because of what you may find in the dust)
Spare filter masks fot the other guys who didn't bring any ("so, when did that raspy cough start, buddy? Oh, after you hit the grain silos, eh?")
headcover (either a black watch cap, or some kind of rag)
gloves
small first aid kit, containing some kind of sterilizing agent, 5mm cordelette for quick sling making, scissors, medical tape and bandages
Pocket knife
Cellphone
water
Occasionnally:
10.5mm nylon core sheathed Rope
that's the standard getup.
Those filter masks have been pretty handy in a few spots.
Urban development is what happens when the planners are trying to figure out what to do. By the time they have it sorted, the development has already happened. |
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Plytheman
location:
Lawrence, Massachusetts
Obey The Deer
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<Reply # 267 on 10/3/2004 4:11 AM >
| | | | I went exploring with a frisbee and a pair of sandals today...
The frisbee was our cover if we were caught, and the sandals, well... it was very spur of the moment. I wouldn't recomend sandals, if not for getting hurt (which i didn't) it made my feet smell pretty bad... <_<
I'm achin, I'm shakin, I'm breakin, Like Humans Do!!
-Byrne |
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Alabaster
location:
Mansfield
Gender: Male
insanity reigns
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<Reply # 268 on 10/5/2004 8:24 PM >
| | | | I like to go with me, a backpack, crowbar (for those pesky manhole covers!), and a flashlight. Occasionally lockpicks if I'm positive the site is abandoned and no ones going to get pissy about it. I don't like breaking things to get in, and I can lock it afterwards.
life is for living; death is for dying. |
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Kirby
location:
St. John's, Newfoundland
Gender: Male
Ghost
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<Reply # 269 on 11/10/2004 5:05 AM >
| | | | Flashlights
2AA Maglite
4/6D Maglite
Headlamp
1 million candle power spotlight
Glowsticks
Clothing
Kevlar gloves
Pants- Combats or Dickies
Boots - Most of the time
Head - ski mask/bandana/toque
Tools
Respirator p100
Crowbar
Rope
Carabiners
Knife
Muti-pliers
Compass
Lockpicks
Lighter
Camera
Tripod
Harness
Provisions
Water
Gatoraide
snack/energy bars
First Aid
Duct Tape
Bandaids
Gauze
Peroxide
I also have this thing my old boss have me, its for burning openwounds together, i wouldnt use it unless it was live or die. I forgot whats its called
Misc
Latex gloves
Batteries
SD cards for digital
TO COME:
Im going to see if i can do some IR photography because alot of targets are in residential areas and i dont want to be spotter( flashlights/ flashes)
-IR light
-IR sensing camera
-Night vision goggles --> why not? if im already using IR light
-Those lineman boots look pretty sweet
-Photographers vest looks handy, not good for crawling though
-Grappling hook would be cool
-some radios would be handy as well
*****NOTE*****
i do not take all of this at once. IT depends on when i go, where i go, and if i have anyone with me
MSN/Email: undisclosed.kirby@gmail.com
BE SWIFT, BE SILENT, BE INVISIBLE. |
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'Dukes
Noble Donor
Gender: Male
At least someone llikes me
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<Reply # 270 on 11/10/2004 6:23 AM >
| | | | Posted by Kirby
Flashlights
2AA Maglite
4/6D Maglite
Headlamp
1 million candle power spotlight
Glowsticks
Clothing
Kevlar gloves
Pants- Combats or Dickies
Boots - Most of the time
Head - ski mask/bandana/toque
Tools
Respirator p100
Crowbar
Rope
Carabiners
Knife
Muti-pliers
Compass
Lockpicks
Lighter
Camera
Tripod
Harness
Provisions
Water
Gatoraide
snack/energy bars
First Aid
Duct Tape
Bandaids
Gauze
Peroxide
I also have this thing my old boss have me, its for burning openwounds together, i wouldnt use it unless it was live or die. I forgot whats its called
Misc
Latex gloves
Batteries
SD cards for digital
TO COME:
Im going to see if i can do some IR photography because alot of targets are in residential areas and i dont want to be spotter( flashlights/ flashes)
-IR light
-IR sensing camera
-Night vision goggles --> why not? if im already using IR light
-Those lineman boots look pretty sweet
-Photographers vest looks handy, not good for crawling though
-Grappling hook would be cool
-some radios would be handy as well
*****NOTE*****
i do not take all of this at once. IT depends on when i go, where i go, and if i have anyone with me
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You should be in the army, it appears that you don't mind humping about 40 pounds worth of crap.
I got your tour winner right here pussies, at least he'd crash out trying. |
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Mark
Very Noble Donor
location:
South Carolina
Gender: Male
What is a lion, king of the savannah, when hes at the south pole?
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<Reply # 271 on 11/10/2004 6:27 AM >
| | | | I have carried that much a few times. Generally I don't unless I'm feeling crazy;) Its nice to have all your shit when you spend all night, or over night.
"If the threat level goes up its probably because of me." "I am looking for a girl who enjoys headbutting beltbuckles" |
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Kirby
location:
St. John's, Newfoundland
Gender: Male
Ghost
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<Reply # 272 on 11/10/2004 10:44 AM >
| | | | Posted by 'Dukes
You should be in the army, it appears that you don't mind humping about 40 pounds worth of crap.
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Whats the last line in my post say?
*****NOTE*****
i do not take all of this at once. IT depends on when i go, where i go, and if i have anyone with me
MSN/Email: undisclosed.kirby@gmail.com
BE SWIFT, BE SILENT, BE INVISIBLE. |
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Kirby
location:
St. John's, Newfoundland
Gender: Male
Ghost
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<Reply # 273 on 11/14/2004 2:50 AM >
| | | | Posted by 'Dukes
You should be in the army, it appears that you don't mind humping about 40 pounds worth of crap.
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Oh yeah, i joined the army, infantry. if i decide to actually go, i have to do my medical/physical on nov 17th.... 6 months of paper work later.
MSN/Email: undisclosed.kirby@gmail.com
BE SWIFT, BE SILENT, BE INVISIBLE. |
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Hobbes
location:
Finland
Gender: Male
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<Reply # 274 on 11/16/2004 8:38 AM >
| | | | Not to be offensive, but I think that a crowbar is a bit unethical tool for UEing, and it´s also hard to explain your intentions IF you happen to get caught, and even more if you get caught after running away from someone.
I prefer to dress dark but casually. I usually use a black hooded jacket, dark olive green or black beanie, and dark brown or faded black pants. And old DC skateshoes, if they get wet, thats not a problem.
I carry my stuff in a normal backpack. Stuff usually is couple of lights (headlight and a more powerful flashlight), sketchbook for drawing something interesting (no, not graffiti related!) and a camera. I'm planning on getting a tripod for the camera, which would make night photographing more easier, and also easier to appear to be a photographing enthusiast rather than a vandal.
Also I always have my id and cellphone etc. I wouldn´t carry anything like knives, lockpicks, crowbars etc. with me, as I would be pretty sure those would be too difficult to explain if I would bump into a policeman or a guard, and it would be easier to talk myself out from the situation if I can id myself on the spot.
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Mark
Very Noble Donor
location:
South Carolina
Gender: Male
What is a lion, king of the savannah, when hes at the south pole?
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<Reply # 275 on 11/16/2004 9:59 AM >
| | | | Well I disagree with the knife issue. My knife generally speaking is 99% utility. Then again if Im desperate a ink pen can turn into one hell of a weapon. I really think everyone should have a sturdy pocket knife with them just incase something collapses or you get caught on something etc.
Crowbars and ethics go a long way back, but I should point out how effect crowbars are on manholes and how many people have gone subterranean here? I think its less of a ethical decision and more of a utilitarian decision. Hell I have night vision and it comes out once in a blue moon. I actually had it out a day or two ago when I thought my friends were in hot water while UEing. I was going to use it to see if I could find them hiding from the cops and help them get out. Luckly they were fine and the cops had left.
"If the threat level goes up its probably because of me." "I am looking for a girl who enjoys headbutting beltbuckles" |
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Hobbes
location:
Finland
Gender: Male
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<Reply # 276 on 11/16/2004 2:15 PM >
| | | | Well I have to agree about manholes and crowbars, I have actually used it for said purpose when I was like 12 years old (thats about 12-13 years ago...).
Here where I live the manhole covers are not that heavy, and nowadays it´s easier to use small hook or something like that.
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'Dukes
Noble Donor
Gender: Male
At least someone llikes me
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<Reply # 277 on 11/17/2004 12:49 AM >
| | | | Posted by Kirby
Oh yeah, i joined the army, infantry. if i decide to actually go, i have to do my medical/physical on nov 17th.... 6 months of paper work later.
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Well if you get into one of the active combat divisions you'll get to hump about 60 pounds of crap, but it's crap that you'll need.
Kirby; good choice; I know it seems that you'll "waste" a few years of your life, but you're appreciated more than you know. I got all bent out of shape after some stoners got full rides at my college and got nuked at the academy. Regretting it ever since.
I got your tour winner right here pussies, at least he'd crash out trying. |
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Kirby
location:
St. John's, Newfoundland
Gender: Male
Ghost
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<Reply # 278 on 11/17/2004 3:26 AM >
| | | | Posted by 'Dukes
Well if you get into one of the active combat divisions you'll get to hump about 60 pounds of crap, but it's crap that you'll need.
Kirby; good choice; I know it seems that you'll "waste" a few years of your life, but you're appreciated more than you know. I got all bent out of shape after some stoners got full rides at my college and got nuked at the academy. Regretting it ever since.
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I joined the reserves, but im going to volunteer to go overseas. i dont under stand your last part though..." I got all bent out of shape after some stoners got full rides at my college and got nuked at the academy. Regretting it ever since."
MSN/Email: undisclosed.kirby@gmail.com
BE SWIFT, BE SILENT, BE INVISIBLE. |
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splinter
location:
Near Bristol, UK
Gender: Male
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<Reply # 279 on 11/21/2004 12:10 AM >
| | | | Im into airsoft and starting to get into UE, i think my assualt vest would be useful for carrying everything, but if caught wearing it, i'd have ALOT of explaining to do:p I was thinking the bag i've got for my camelbak would be quite efficient for carrying limited UE gear? is camo slightly suspect for wearing?
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