[at-l] The BUC

[cvano at tmail.com]

The BUC has long been established in the boating/sailing/yachting 
community.  It is an acronym for Boating Unit of Currency and depending 
on the size of the boat can be anywhere from $300 to $1000 or more.  It 
doesn't matter what you may need, it will always cost you at least a BUC 
or maybe two.  That way when the wife askes how much you spent on the 
boat this weekend, you can truthfully say 'only a couple of BUCs dear.'

Now, this term, the BUC, should also be applied to the hiking community, 
especially after a two bag trip to REI.  The Backpacking Unit of 
Currency.  I purpose that the BUC in terms of the hiking communtiy is 
somewhere in the neighborhood of $150.00, again, depending on the size 
of the hike or the attitude of the hiker.  New backpack, couple of 
BUCs.  Shoes, a BUC and a half.  Stove, around a BUC.  Sleeping bag, 
under two BUCs.  Cold weather outfit, five BUCs.  So, only spending a 
couple of BUCs doesn't seem so bad does it.  This idea makes backpacking 
a very affordable hobby that is well within the means of the masses.  It 
will also very well please the Mrs. or Mr. as the case may be when you 
tell them that you got all that stuff for less than five BUCs.

But wait, there's more.

Imagine the smiles you will get when you present your spouse with 
his/her very own brand new backpack that costs only two BUCs!  You will 
be the envy of the neighborhood.  Act now, quantities are limited.  The 
number to call is BR-549.  Call now!  Operators are standing by.

This valuable learning station experience has been brought to you free 
of charge.  You pay only for actual shipping and handeling.  Please send 
only 5.99 BUCs to yours truly at the address above.  For your 
convenience, cash only.  No coins or stamps.  No change given.  No 
warranty expressed or implied.  Not responsible for black eye or fat lip 
when s/he finds out what a BUC is.  Keep out of reach of children.  Do 
not take literally.  Void where prohibited.  Not valid with any other 
offer and anything else that will get me off the hook.
Beyond this point
There be dragons...

Chris ~ S/V Drifter
Anacortes, WA. ~~~_/) ~~~