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113g Inverted canister stove
I completely emptied one of the Boss canisters. I then added 1 ounce of propane by weighing the canister on my postal scale. The temperature outside was 70 degrees when I transfered...
JMT speed record attempt
It's after the fact and moot now, but Mark Davis seemed to have the best method at attempting verification for solo efforts. Mark passed out small cards with his name and email...
BPL pricing issue: Feedback Sports Hanging Alpine Digital Scale
So inquiring minds want to know. I pay membership fees with BPL in part to get discounts off of gear in the BPL store. Usually this works out well. However, BPL is...
Gear List – Most Economical way to reduce
Ok, so the other day I bought a scale to help me analysis my gear weight. Most of this gear I took on the AT in 2002. I'm planning on hiking the...
Great idea for lightweight trowel
I thought of a great idea for a lightweight and inexpensive trowel. A shoe horn. I haven't weighed it, but it can't weigh more than an ounce or two. Best of all,...
Replacing goat pole grips
Has anyone replaced the grips on the titanium goat trekking poles? I order the gossamer gear ones and like the shape much better. What's the best way to get the old grip...
Coolest Ever
One Item, less than 1 paragraph. What is the coolest peice of gear in your world. GO my digital scale - it keeps the fun projects going :) Caldera Cone I have...
Best esbit stove
Which esbit stove do you recommend? Is there one you recommend that's sold on BPL? (hoping to take advantage of the sale). I'll usually be using it to cook for 2. gram...
Starting Over
Before I found out about light weight backpacking, I did my best and purchased some quality gear which I thought would serve as a good starting point. Months later, I watched Lynne...
Best Rain Jacket under $50 and 5 oz?
... I have an Golite Wisp hooded pullover that might fit your bill. Light, hooded, and nearly waterproof as it's the old styal with the acrilic coating on the inside - so...
Map & Compass Resources
I'm looking for recommendations for the best resources for learning to use map & compass for backcountry navigation skills. Short of taking an actual course, I tend to learn faster from DVD's...
Thru-Hikes: Finding the time, money, and right spouse…
I'm an avid reader of several outdoor magazines, books, websites, etc., and do the best I can to get out as often as possible. They make my mind wander about all the...
GoLIte Shangri-La 1 – mine is lighter than listed weight
I just received a GoLite Shangri-La 1, and the weight on my digital postal scale is 16.8oz for just the tarp (no stakes or stuff sack). This brings this down to a...
Mitten Shell
I am looking to buy mitten shells, similar to the old OR rain shells, for a couple of my friends. What is the best item out there that is comparable to that...
Anyone own a Hennessy Hyperlight A-Sym and an Adventure Racer?
I am looking for the lightest possible hammock set up and am trying to find a reason not to buy the Adventure Racer and scale up to the heavier Hennessy Hyperlight A-Sym....
Trying to Understand Temperatures
In Fahrenheit -- does a 10-degree difference always equate to the same "difference in warmth" up and down the scale? Say for example that I have a vest that will boost my...
Best 3 season breathable backpacking pant? Cloudveil Inertia, Golite Synergy/Trinity, etc.
What are you all using as your 3 season staple backpacking pant, especially for warm to cool weather (but not very hot or very cold weather)? Last few years I've been using...
The best clothing combinations for backpacking or hiking?
The only way you'll find a merino hoody near 9oz is with a woman's smartwool columbine hoody. I've worn my wife's and it's much lighter than my Men's medium Shadow hoody. I...
The best clothing combinations for backpacking or hiking?
OK, I think I've got the W/m2 now. I found: 1 kilocalorie / hr = 1.16222222 watts So my kcal/day BMR of 1820 divided by 24 hours, times the above gives me...
Trail Designs Caldera Stove
Executive Summary: Of all the alcohol stoves I have used this unit has performed the best. I have used it in moderate temperatures and at 19 degrees and have been impressed by...
