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We generally burned a mixture of Mogas and Diesel in our Yukon stove. One of my buddies had an old station wagon and he pinched a can of Mogas and put it in his wagon, only it wasn't Mogas, it was diesel. His car sure did smoke for a while. While we were on the Acid Test Maneuver our Yukon stove malfunctioned and started putting out soot. By the time someone woke up and got out of the tent the white liner was black. We were all as black as our platoon sargent. His statement that morning was that when he woke up it looked he was in a tent full of "Brothers". We were lucky no one asspixated that night.
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"We were lucky no one asspixated that night. "
Is that something out of Brokeback Mountain?
Mark Begich, Joaquin Jackson, and Heller resistance... Three huge reasons to worry about the NRA.
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No, that is just bad spelling on my part. That was the old army that did not allow "Brokeback Mountain Cowboys, pre Bill Clinton era and all.
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Thanks for the giggle <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
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I believed Wiggy's Alaska was affiliated with Wiggy's and I thought I could get the 30% discount on the bags I had just purchased. I had stopped to ask if Wiggy's Alaska carried Valendre Bags. They didn't, but I knew Wiggy's rep and I bought the Antarctic bag with OB. It wasn't until I got home that I saw Wiggy's had a 30% off sale. Thinking Wiggy's Alaska was affiliated with Wiggy's I called and spoke with Mark. He told me he was not affiliated with Wiggy's and that was pretty much the end of the $180 discount. I don't blame Mark - he's a great guy that really knows his stuff when it comes to outdoors gear. I actually don't feel I lost anything because I know where I can go to get an honest opinion. Writing such harsh words like in the title of this blog do very little to actually describe Wiggy's Alaska and Mark, but unfortunately that is today's world.
I look at things like this. Mark is very successful at Wiggy's Alaska for two reasons. He knows his stuff and he has high quality gear. For any business to remain open in this economy is an accomplishment in itself.
When I have a concern or seek an opinion about Alaska Outdoor I'll look to Mark for an honest answer.
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You do know this thread is over 6 years old right?
That's ok, I'll ass shoot a dink.
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and that was his only post to date ?
When a country is well governed, poverty and a mean condition are something to be ashamed of. When a country is ill governed, riches and honors are something to be ashamed of
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Marc
I've purchased 2 sleeping bags from you as well as your book and waders. I like your equipment but your attitude toward unsatisfied customers leaves much to be desired. Suffice it to say I am hesitant to purchase anything from you again nor can I recommend you to anyone. Customer satisfaction is a key to success.
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I was with you Mark, till you mentioned you contacted the guys Commanding Officer.
I gotta tell ya, I hate that chickenshit response from civilians when they threaten, or actually do, go to a military members command. Did ya tell him your a taxpayer and write his paycheck every month too?
What would you have done if Chuck worked at Mc Donalds? Would you have called the top clown? What if he was self-employed? How would you handle a simple 'civilian to civilian' encounter?
I tell you what you should have done, is contact the Troopers if you felt the need to protect Alaska from illegal hunting.
Leave a mans employer out of the deal. It really irks me when people do that... As a 20 year vet I can tell you Mark's action here is totally approppriate. Militery personnel are and should be held to a higher standard than someone who flips burgers. Especially if that person is a commissioned officer. He would expect integrity from his troops and we should expect the same from him. If this is the way the Major acts he does not deserve the rank he possesses.
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Marc
I've purchased 2 sleeping bags from you as well as your book and waders. I like your equipment but your attitude toward unsatisfied customers leaves much to be desired. Suffice it to say I am hesitant to purchase anything from you again nor can I recommend you to anyone. Customer satisfaction is a key to success. You need to read the whole thread before jumping to conclusions about Marc Taylors customer service. I can assure you, I and many people I know have done business with him and he has never treated us with disrespect.
That's ok, I'll ass shoot a dink.
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I believed Wiggy's Alaska was affiliated with Wiggy's and I thought I could get the 30% discount on the bags I had just purchased. I had stopped to ask if Wiggy's Alaska carried Valendre Bags. They didn't, but I knew Wiggy's rep and I bought the Antarctic bag with OB. It wasn't until I got home that I saw Wiggy's had a 30% off sale. Thinking Wiggy's Alaska was affiliated with Wiggy's I called and spoke with Mark. He told me he was not affiliated with Wiggy's and that was pretty much the end of the $180 discount. I don't blame Mark - he's a great guy that really knows his stuff when it comes to outdoors gear. I actually don't feel I lost anything because I know where I can go to get an honest opinion. Writing such harsh words like in the title of this blog do very little to actually describe Wiggy's Alaska and Mark, but unfortunately that is today's world.
I look at things like this. Mark is very successful at Wiggy's Alaska for two reasons. He knows his stuff and he has high quality gear. For any business to remain open in this economy is an accomplishment in itself.
When I have a concern or seek an opinion about Alaska Outdoor I'll look to Mark for an honest answer. Are you employed, sir?!
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I believed Wiggy's Alaska was affiliated with Wiggy's and I thought I could get the 30% discount on the bags I had just purchased. I had stopped to ask if Wiggy's Alaska carried Valendre Bags. They didn't, but I knew Wiggy's rep and I bought the Antarctic bag with OB. It wasn't until I got home that I saw Wiggy's had a 30% off sale. Thinking Wiggy's Alaska was affiliated with Wiggy's I called and spoke with Mark. He told me he was not affiliated with Wiggy's and that was pretty much the end of the $180 discount. I don't blame Mark - he's a great guy that really knows his stuff when it comes to outdoors gear. I actually don't feel I lost anything because I know where I can go to get an honest opinion. Writing such harsh words like in the title of this blog do very little to actually describe Wiggy's Alaska and Mark, but unfortunately that is today's world.
I look at things like this. Mark is very successful at Wiggy's Alaska for two reasons. He knows his stuff and he has high quality gear. For any business to remain open in this economy is an accomplishment in itself.
When I have a concern or seek an opinion about Alaska Outdoor I'll look to Mark for an honest answer. Old thread notwithstanding... No dis to Marc--I like the guy and his input at the AOD over the years, but those bags would be returned to his store and I'd be buying direct from Wiggy's for the discount. Unless Marc is cluing you in to co-ordinates his trophy billy spot, no advice is worth $180 of my hard earned dough...
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I'm pretty sure the only difference between the Wiggy bag prices between Alaska and Colorado is the price of shipping. And it ain't no $180. Talk to the man himself to get the facts instead of believeing what you read on an internet forum.
No, I don't work for him or Wiggy. lol
That's ok, I'll ass shoot a dink.
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I like my Wiggys bag and while I've not met Marc Taylor I have enjoyed his posts and opinions.
It's not as compact as some bags but if I wanted compact I'd have gotten down, which I didn't and still don't want.
Why I'm commenting on a 6 year old thread is what has me really confused.
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Why I'm commenting on a 6 year old thread is what has me really confused. A six year old thread started by a guy that hasn't been here in in the last six years. BTW I've got some Wiggy's gear and like all of it. There are other options out there, and I have some of that too. But for the right times/places, Wiggy's stuff works great.
Socialism is a philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy, its inherent virtue is the equal sharing of misery.
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Help me out here fellers.
Registering to dredge up and wizz on a 6 1/2 year old thread is:
A) Stupid
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B) Funny
If you take the time it takes, it takes less time.
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That's ok, I'll ass shoot a dink.
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You would you Democrat! 
If you take the time it takes, it takes less time.
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You would you Democrat! Now that's a low blow........ 
That's ok, I'll ass shoot a dink.
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If you take the time it takes, it takes less time.
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