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UL Eye for the Overburdened Guy
Good afternoon. I have been lurking on this site for about a year. After a really bad trip on a simple overnighter (caused mostly by poor decisions on my part), I have...
Tale of Two Alphamid’s ~ MYOG ~ U-L & SUL
Nice model! Did you already have that made?-- if not, wow, that was incredibly quick! OK-- So I did some math on the basis of the Golite given measurements. Really had to...
How waterproof are your Gore-Tex boots/shoes?
Hi all. I am doing a project on "Lightweight Footwear Systems for Snow Travel", to be published here at BPL in early 2007. My question for you is: are so-called WP/B hiking...
7.5oz BMW floorless tent?
According to this page[owareusa.com], there's a prototype in the works... Maybe something to compete with the SpinnShelter? Or is that too obvious? -Mark nice find... If I had to guess, maybe an...
LuxuryLite Extreme-Lite Cot (16 oz… 11 oz packed)
Hey all, I've always wanted one of those LuxutyLite cots... but the weight always turned me off. The originals were 26 oz... too much for an ultralighter. But I don't sleep great...
Texas Backpacking?
My wife has recently been pushing to move from So. California to Dallas or Austin Texas in search of more affordable housing...I am hesitant because my impression is that there really isn't...
Diet for High Mileage Long Hikes
Soliciting some thoughts for a diet for a high mileage, long distance hike. Beyond the normal AT hike, which seems to rely heavily on gorging at town stops. This ... theoretical ......
fording rivers..crossing creeks
What do YOU do when you know your feet are going to get cold and wet and its wintertime out. What shoes/sock combination works for you..do you change out your shoes on...
G6 mods?
hello everyone, Im thinking about getting the G6 with the sole purpose of modifying it. and im curious as to any areas that are especially prone to durability problems (abrasion or seam...
Patagonia Ready Mix Versus Cloudveil Hooded Prospector Jacket and Arcteryx Alpha Comp Hoody
Has anyone compared the following softshells for water resistance, breathability, durability and fit, or could anyone offer comments on any one of these: A) Patagonia Ready Mix (Stretch Krushell) B) Cloudveil Prospector...
State of the Market for Backpacking Gear: Innovation, Broken Promises, and Hope
Companion forum thread to:State of the Market for Backpacking Gear: Innovation, Broken Promises, and Hope I havent read the whole article yet, but I have one quick question. The picture at the...
Wilderness De-Engagement: Soul Decay in the Outdoor Industry
Companion forum thread to:Wilderness De-Engagement: Soul Decay in the Outdoor Industry The definition of "Engagment" and its cognate forms appear to tell a story somewhat different from OIA use of the word,...
List for Santa Cruz Mountain winter trip
Here's my initial gearlist for a trip in a few weeks. I'm preparing for some rain, possible warm hiking, and temps to the 20's at night. Let me know what you think....
Lightweight chopping hatchet
Looking for some input on a chopping ax that can fit into my Gossamer Mariposa. Thanks for any input. http://www.boundarywaterscatalog.com/browse.cfm/4,1277.html Pricey, but this is a really nice belt hatchet that weighs 12...
More Tarptent Rainbow pics
Hi Henry. Talking to you via e-mail and then giving my evaluation a workout here in these discussions has given me a lot better idea of how the Rainbow works and what...
Alcohol stoves & titanium pots vs multifuel stoves & hard-andoized pots
One of the heavier gear choices I made previously was to get a Brunton Optimus Nova stove w/ GSI Hard Anodized Extreme cookset. The reasons: a) this needs to work internationally -...
Ice Axe and Crampons
Recommendations? Req's - safe travel across frozen lands. not much of a need for climbing anything one might consider "vertical". Pac boots and possibly lighter means such as hikers/cross trainers; so flexibility...
1.5oz wood stove
my first wood stove is a big heavy design but works great with large diameter pots. my goal for this stove was to make it work with most pots (excluding can pots...they...
Ryan Jordan’s SUL Winter Challenge
It's something to think about for sure. I was figuring he might need something more since we are to plan for a winter storm. Maybe a brighter headlamp wouldn't help in a...
Cocoon Pants Status
Are the Cocoon Pants going to ship 30 Sep or close? I think I am on the list for the first shipment. Thanks. I want to get a pair of lightweight/good insulation...
