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I'm trying to plan a hiking vacation in Colorado for this coming August and I'm looking for tips and suggestions from other outdoorsey people!
It will be my boyfriend, myself and our 1 1/2 yr old boxer mix. We have only ever done day hikes with the dog but we are planning on going for some longer/overnight hikes with backpacks (for both of us and a doggy backpack) to get in the best condition possible for our trip. We will be there 7-10 days but will stay in a hotel most nights and camp a few nights.
I would love your suggestions for:
-Where to go (I've heard RMNP is awesome, any other dog-friendly suggestions?!)
-Books/guides to read or take with us
-equipment must-haves
-Timing (is August a good time to be hiking in CO? Would July or Sept be better?)
-any other valuable info you think would help!
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I absolutely agree about RMNP. In addition to what Mountain suggested, I'd look at the Colorado Trail. It goes across Colorado, from Denver to Durango and crosses some of Colorado's most spectacular scenery. The whole trail is about 500 miles but the trail system is divided into segments - you don't have to hike the whole thing.
http://www.coloradotrail.org/
http://www.coloradotrail.org/planning.html
For the dog, I'd suggest getting a full Vet checkup just to be sure there are no hidden health issues that could affect the trip. If he isn't VERY obedience trained and under voice control so commands like 'come here' and 'leave it' are instantly obeyed, consider a long leash. He can get in a ton of trouble chasing wildlife. A dog can be shot for harassing wildlife.
August will be dry but not so cold as September at night in the high country. July has better wild flowers but is wetter. September has fall colors but a higher chance for snow.
For me, some must haves are really good, light weight hiking boots, good moisture wicking socks, synthetic layers for sudden cold weather or rain, and I love trekking poles.
I absolutely agree about RMNP. In addition to what Mountain suggested, I'd look at the Colorado Trail. It goes across Colorado, from Denver to Durango and crosses some of Colorado's most spectacular scenery. The whole trail is about 500 miles but the trail system is divided into segments - you don't have to hike the whole thing.
http://www.coloradotrail.org/
http://www.coloradotrail.org/planning.html
For the dog, I'd suggest getting a full Vet checkup just to be sure there are no hidden health issues that could affect the trip. If he isn't VERY obedience trained and under voice control so commands like 'come here' and 'leave it' are instantly obeyed, consider a long leash. He can get in a ton of trouble chasing wildlife. A dog can be shot for harassing wildlife.
August will be dry but not so cold as September at night in the high country. July has better wild flowers but is wetter. September has fall colors but a higher chance for snow.
For me, some must haves are really good, light weight hiking boots, good moisture wicking socks, synthetic layers for sudden cold weather or rain, and I love trekking poles.
Just bought a really expensive laptop, how to protect it?
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I just bought a "really" expensive laptop and i want to protect it every way possible.
One thing i wanted to get is an anti-shock sleeve for a 16.4" screen (memory foam would be nice, but it doesn't matter as long as it still protects it)
Where would i get one (i live in Canada) ?
Other must haves would be anti - virus/spyware/adware and firewall
Which one would be best? (i don care if i have to buy 2 diff ones, for antivirus and firewall)
Any other suggestions for protecting my laptop?
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You can buy anti-virus software, but things like Norton are really heavy on system resources. I have been using free software for a while. Both AVG and Threat Fire are good, free programs, and they don't bog you down with their operating needs. You can upgrade from the free versions and get loads more functionality, but the free versions have served me well. So long as you don't surf for porn and don't open attachments from unknown people, or dubious mails even from people you know (like forwards like 'find out who blocked you on MSN'... this is indicative that their system has been hijacked), your risk is minimal
Ad Aware is a must have. You have the free version, and a paid pro upgrade which is not so expensive and lots of people swear by.
As for physical protection, consider how you get around and do you use a backpack or not? If you do, I can highly recommend the backpacks by Dakine: I just got the one listed below and it has full protection for laptops inside and lots of organizer pockets for the cables and accessories. I first looked at Samsonite, but they don't seem to get the need for extra net pockets for your mouse, cables etc.
My opinion of Eastpack is that they rely to much on their brand name to sell their bags and don't put enough effort into making a good quality bag. Their straps, for instance, are clumsy.
I also tried out a backpack by a well known camping bag brand, and it would have been perfect, but they had curiously sewn the straps too close together and it hurt my neck. If you do get a backpack, best to try it on as well and see how it feels.
If you don't use a backpack, then there are also a ton of choices for protection. Any padded sleeve should be good - though memory foam is now touted as 'the latest and greatest'
You can buy anti-virus software, but things like Norton are really heavy on system resources. I have been using free software for a while. Both AVG and Threat Fire are good, free programs, and they don't bog you down with their operating needs. You can upgrade from the free versions and get loads more functionality, but the free versions have served me well. So long as you don't surf for porn and don't open attachments from unknown people, or dubious mails even from people you know (like forwards like 'find out who blocked you on MSN'... this is indicative that their system has been hijacked), your risk is minimal
Ad Aware is a must have. You have the free version, and a paid pro upgrade which is not so expensive and lots of people swear by.
As for physical protection, consider how you get around and do you use a backpack or not? If you do, I can highly recommend the backpacks by Dakine: I just got the one listed below and it has full protection for laptops inside and lots of organizer pockets for the cables and accessories. I first looked at Samsonite, but they don't seem to get the need for extra net pockets for your mouse, cables etc.
My opinion of Eastpack is that they rely to much on their brand name to sell their bags and don't put enough effort into making a good quality bag. Their straps, for instance, are clumsy.
I also tried out a backpack by a well known camping bag brand, and it would have been perfect, but they had curiously sewn the straps too close together and it hurt my neck. If you do get a backpack, best to try it on as well and see how it feels.
If you don't use a backpack, then there are also a ton of choices for protection. Any padded sleeve should be good - though memory foam is now touted as 'the latest and greatest'
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