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Bushbuddy
Yes, some of the metal on the Bushbuddy Ultra is flimsy but that's the reason behind why it's so light. Like most ultralight gear it needs to be treated with respect. I...
Double Rainbow vs. Lunar Duo
I feel sorry for any new member that stumbles onto threads like this. For goodness sake a few ounces more on a tent should not change anybody's feeling towards it. In this...
UL Trail knife
What do all of you carry in the way of a knife? I was looking at this one. http://domsoutdoor.com/product.asp?pn=1-014481 I think it runs about 3.5oz. the reason I like this one is...
Western Mountaineering SummerLite
This is a great bag! Last year I updated from a 1980's hand-me-down North Face Bag from my Dad and it was worth every cent. So, onto the review: It is rated...
Question for Franco the Rainbow Warrior
Franco, Please describe your experiences with the Vela (was that the Extreme or Mesh version you've seen/used?). If you're up to it, please talk about ventilation, condensation, setup, fiddle-factor to get a...
Bacpacker Magazine award to Big Sky
I know this is going to be hard to believe, but Backpacker Magazine just awarded Big Sky Tents an Editor's Choice Award for their tent line. A gushing review and a shameless...
Evernew 0.9L Titanium Pot
The Evernew 0.9L titanium pot weighs just 2.12 ounces sans lid and handles. I just found my new solo winter and traveling w/ the wife pot. The handles are easily removeable without...
Ultralight knives and multi tools?
I'm doing some research on ultralight knives and multi tools. The options are endless, so I'm looking for some feeback: how much weight do you or would you invest in a multi-tool...
solo winter tent
I'm looking for a good solo winter tent/shelter (preferably free-standing). My stomping grounds include PA/NJ AT up to the Daks and White Mnts so I would like something that handles cold rainy...
critter cans?
I live in Massachusetts, and as I understand it, there is no need for a true bear canister here. I will of course have to double check that depending on where I...
Water Concerns in Ultralight
I've shaved my base pack weight down to 9.54lbs, something I'm very proud of...but one heavy device stands out. My one pound MSR Miniworks EX. Maybe its lack of use, but I'm...
Pro Lite Gear customer service
Awesome customer service. I am becoming extremely leary of businesses that don't have a way to contact them by phone. Why hide? I called in a order for a cookpot and it...
ULA Amp
I have taken this pack out only once last weekend, so this review is preliminary and could change. The construction of the pack is flawless, and came in very close to Brian's...
Garmin Foretrex 101
I can't get a straight answer from Garmin, so I will try here. The Foretrex 101 is a light small GPS, but will it give me what I want? All my hiking...
Techniques for working with down?
I'm not sure how well this has been addressed here, but nothing stood out when I searched the forums. I just finished making a HUGE baffle-construction duvet for my bed. It has...
Black Diamond Giz-mo' is really a Giz-less
After "playing with" the new BD Wiz, marketed as a kid's headlamp for "budding alpinists" (BD's own words), i was expecting more from its larger sibling, the Gizmo. Gizmo has three 5mm...
Outdoor Research Ion at REI Outlet
I just noticed the OR Ion pullover windshirt (3.5 oz) for sale at reioutlet.com for $50. 20% off one outlet item with code outlet27 Hi Scott and Frank, Thanks for the heads...
Passports
Do you also oppose DNA analysis, fingerprint comparisons, and the use of other physical characteristics to aid in identifying persons who committed crimes, and exculpating persons who are innocent? Or is your...
PossumDown Gloves (BPL Gear Shop)
These are a real find. I was waiting for the BPL Gear Shop to get them back in stock and am glad I waited. My partner got a pair of gloves from...
Jam2 pictures and details
EDIT: I wanted to add these also, but was having some technical problems I was very excited to recieve my jam2 today. I was very pleased with its size, weight, construction, and...
