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Lightweight Stove
Do I get the pocket rocket which burns butane? Or the Lite Max which burns propane? Is it a matter of which gas is lighter? Supposedly, the Lite Max simmers a little...
Implications of UL Base Weight
I've been bothered lately by what I think of as the "reality" of the base weights many of us on the site talk about. The implication of an eight-pound base weight, in...
Imperial measurements
Since most of the members of this site are American and therefore don't use metric measures, I wonder if we could at least have a standard way of stating American weights and...
Sleeping Bag Questions
I'm looking at both which are on clearance for $100. Both are rated rated at 30 degrees. The Sierra Design is the 2006 edition I believe and weighs 2.0 lbs. The fill...
tarp-tent camping
This may be a dumb question... I have always used solo tent style shelters for camping. I currently employ a eureka spitfire 1 tent. Recently, I have been really trying to get...
backcountry coffee
Hey, Mike- Nah, just trying to keep it balanced and make it harder for him to decide! yep, reading this post before you had your morning cup would be enough to punch...
insulate tent not sleepbag? efficieny?
It occurred to me that insulating a small ridge tnent with bubble wrap might be more efficinent (lighter) than a heavier sleeping bag: the flysheet is non breathable so, no matter that...
“Cobalt” Beer Bottle Stove
We got pop can stoves and tealite stoves and wedding favor tin stoves and now we have beer bottle stoves. I've been able to re-shape the aluminum beer bottle to create a...
Will they let you do this?
Hi, I cant wait for my first Philmont trip (sadly its not till the summer of 2010). I was wondering will the staff at Philmont even let you go ultra light there....
Most comfortable CCF pad for side sleeper
I have some back problems. I spend most of the night sleeping on my side. I have been comfortable enough to sleep through the night (not ideal, but it works) with my...
Whats the weight/cost of convienince?
>Lightweight camping is LESS expensive than traditional camping! This is a truism! Not in my experience. This may be true if you only go out a few times per year (in which...
suggestions for the beginner
I'm trying to get a feel for a good all around backpack and collapsable trekking poles (one piece can't work for my situation). Any suggestions? I understand Jam2 is a good start....
New ultralight 1 person tents for 2009?
nm No, I'm definitely a 3-season camper. Outdoor activities in sub-freezing weather just aren't my thing - yet. :) Shane Here are a few more contenders : Coleman Falcon X, MSR Carbon...
MLD 2009 Prophet
I think I found the perfect pack...at least for me. My MLD 2009 Prophet showed up in the mail today and it is spectacular. This is my 5th back in just over...
Down booties – do you bring ’em?
I'm curious to hear from the crowd whether you carry them and if so, what are your favorites. My wife gets cold feet, and I want her to be comfortable on our...
My little baggie of important dinky stuff
DINKY STUFF (and such) FOR A WEEK: _____________________ 1. Aqua Mira Kit [re-packaged] / 1.8 oz 2. Platypus repair patches / 0.1 oz 3. hand sanitizer [re-packaged] / 0.7 oz 4. toothpaste...
Free Shipping @ BPL
Some more information on international shipping -- I've used Express Mail International service purchased online through the USPS website and it includes insurance on up to $100 value. The postal workers I've...
Starting Over
Has anyone ever told you people before that you are disgustingly generous? That's a complement :) Wow. The information, advice, even an invite to an upcoming backpacking trip - sick! Why didn't...
Heavy Weight Beginnings
My first backpacking trip was when I was 10 (and a half!). The packing list in the Scout handbook at that time was written by a true miscreant. It "suggested"/mandated that you...
Friends and nuts…
Hi, I'm searching for some tips about lightweight friends. I'm looking for the new BD camalots C4 with seems to be 20% lighter than the older ones. And represents one of the...
