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de-stinkifying boots
Hi All, The article on footware got me thinking about a problem I have.  Namely, I have a pair of hiking boots (I forget the brand, but they are light/mid-weight) that smell...
Which pack Zero vs Core
Looking for a 2 day at most pack.. Zpack Zero and MLD Core..Like the idea of adding pockets on the side from the zero, but looks like the the carry on the...
Backpacking during a world trip
Hi all, My girlfriend and I are planning a yearlong, round the world trip for next year. We were initially only going to stay in hostels and do day hikes, but as we're...
Four Pass Loop - 07/11 - 07/14
Four Pass Loop, Colorado Date: 07/11/ - 07/14 Trail: Begin at Maroon-Snowmass trailhead and proceeded clockwise A group of 4 started Four Pass Loop on a Saturday afternoon in mid-July. We were...
The basic 4 if $$ were not a concern
Hi everyone, I'm just getting started with backpacking (I'm going on my first car camping trip tomorrow with my daughter's 6th grade class), so yes, a complete noob. I'm amazed at how...
Exped Summit Lite 25 Backpack: Golite Ion Replacement?
Today I was in Second Ascent (my favorite Seattle backpacking store) and discovered the Exped Summit Lite 25 backpack. It is certainly reminiscent of the Golite Ion pack with the addition of...
Wrangell-St. Elias
This national Park just came on my radar. The description of hiking there from the NPS website is: For many backpackers, hiring the services of a local guide will make the trip...
Do Electronics Really Belong in the Wilderness ? !
It seems the assumption, even on this site is a resounding yes. but give it some actual thought for a minute ....... why do you go out there anyways ? if there...
Thinking of Places to Move to - Colorado, Utah, Oregon,...?
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/24/us/utah-a-nature-lovers-haven-is-plagued-by-dirty-air.html Before deciding, think about what happens if Yellowstone erupts. Boise is pretty nice if you have a job. The economy here is pretty strong, but not as many jobs as a...
Millennials and the Backcountry
Thought I'd pass along this article form HCT about the youngest generation and their lack of interest in backpacking and backcountry. It's certainly worth some discussion. http://www.hcn.org/issues/46.12/the-death-of-backpacking I began backpacking when I...
A Visit to the Middle Fork of the Kings River
4.5 days, 75 miles, and roughly 20,000 feet of climbing/descending. Day 1: Up the Copper Creek Trail to Granite Pass. 10 miles, 6,700 ft (!) gain. Day 2: Granite Pass to Simpson...
Backpackable Wood Stoves: Theory and Ultralight Application
Companion forum thread to:Backpackable Wood Stoves: Theory and Ultralight Application In before, "this is diluting the purpose of the site" and, "this is BACKPACKING light, not sit-in-a-(warm)-tent light!" If not looking for...
Any interest in EtaProof fabric?
I got an offer to buy 100m of Etaproof fabric for around $18/m, company would pay for shipping. I might have to pay some customs fees though. More info here: http://www.stotzfabrics.ch/outdoorstoffe/produkte_en.html It...
Altra Lone Peak 1.5 Trail Shoe Review
Companion forum thread to:Altra Lone Peak 1.5 Trail Shoe Review Thanks for the time and effort on the review. It would be nice to see manufactures build a longer lasting shoe. Especially...
Blog host question
I've been contemplating the idea of starting a blog to share my stories and experiences from my travels, backpacking trips, and other adventures. I like Wordpress as a platform but I'm stuck...
I didn't make UL weight, but I'm still excited
I've been buying a lot of gear to put a light backpacking gear kit together. My perception of backpacking had always been that very heavy gear was required - gear that I...
New to the bivy world. Looking for advice and tips!
Greeting BPLers, I’ve decided to give bivy sacks a try and have narrowed my choices down to MLD Superlight, Katabatic Bristlecone, and Borah Gear’s bivy. I have several products from MLD and...
International trip this summer: UL backpack or daypack?
I'm relatively new to this forum and have spent some time combing through some old posts to see if I could figure out a solution to my packing conundrum for my international...
First backpacking trip - lots of lessons learned...
My son (new boy scout) and I just completed our first backpacking trip - a quick overnight with his Troop that involved a thankfully short 1.5 mile hike in and out of...
Five weeks in Scotland
Jim and I are planning our next big hike - five weeks in Scotland. I'm sharing our info in case it's useful to others, and in case there are Scottish Hill experts...
