Originally Posted By: Montanero
I am very familiar with heat, and cold, and extremes of both, having worked from arctic conditions to some of the hottest places on Earth. I have been on some of the higher mountains on Earth, the lowest spots, the driest deserts, and the worst jungles. I take you response as a bit condescending in tone.

Montanero, no condescension was intended. However, in re-reading my words I can see how it might have come across that way. I should have been more articulate in my response. Please accept my apologies.
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