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What did we learn about our gear at Philmont?
I wanted to post some reactions after returning from my first trek at Philmont earlier this month. Thanks to everybody on this forum for all that I learned leading up to our...
Another KATADYN BeFree Filter Issue Solved Differently
After my last year’s Isle Royale packrafting trip with the BeFree, that I had NO flow issues,  I prepared the filter for storage. Chlorinated with few drops of bleach water. Swished it...
Lighten your pack, and your body
Companion forum thread to: Lighten your pack, and your bodyI’d like to address what I do in each of these areas at some point in the future, but for now, I want...
What is ultralight backpacking? (how we talk about ultralight)
Companion forum thread to: What is ultralight backpacking? (how we talk about ultralight)To me, ultralight backpacking is the idea that one should solve a problem using as little as possible, but that...
How to choose backpacking footwear so you can keep hiking until you die
Last week I did a 7-day trip in the Sierra and opted to wear my Trail Gloves (the knit model), which I had previously only used as an everyday shoe. I have...
High base weight - What am I doing wrong?
My base weight seems high. Here is my gear list: https://lighterpack.com/r/g3rkr3 the pack- your pack weighs over 5 lbs. You resupply every 4 days at Philmont so you do not need an...
Sterno Inferno Sale KaBoom!
Ok John K, @johnnyh88, I'll get that weight for you tomorrow. This is an interesting concept, both what Dan has done, and also John Fong in recent weeks(?). The Sterno pot...
Mosquito proof shirt for the Sierra
I've got a trip planned on the SHR and JMT in early August this year, earlier than normal for me, and with the heavy snow year, I imagine the mosquitos will still...
Source for Evazote foam for hipbelt & shoulder straps?
I've just spent quite a bit of time searching BPL and the WWW, but no luck. I'd like to use Evazote foam for a hipbelt and shoulder straps for a pack I'm...
Upright Canister Stove Reviews, StoveBench Tests, and Gear Guide
Sorry Paul in Texas, I guess I am still traumatised from time spent building GEE models for my Master's degree :-) That article is the shizz I do like. Much respect. ...
3D printing TPU solids, and welding them to fabric,how to& implications for MYOG
Hello there! This post has some length to it, hopefully it contains something useful. Intro 3d printing is most known for solid plastic, however, I want to discuss a less used 3d...
Alternatives to Ziplocks (for food).
Ziplocks/freezer bags are the defacto choice for backpackers. But they're disposable - at most I get a few trips from them before holes start to appear. I've also had enough accidents with...
Arcteryx Proton FL Active Insulation User Review -on going updates
<span class="im">First Post: Preliminary pictures and day one remarks</span> <div>The Proton FL arrived today and I immediately ran around outside in a single baselayer and this jacket with my dog working up...
Comparison of Montbell Tachyon and Patagonia Houdini Air Windshirts
Here is a quantitative comparison of various characteristics of these two moderate permeability windshirts. I have included some thoughts on permeability as impacted by low rates of travel and high winds that...
Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultra Gear Review
Companion forum thread to: Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultra Gear Review Introduction Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultras are mid-weight, mid-traction crampons designed for improving traction on unstable footing due to rain, mud I echo your...
Sources for lightest (7d, 10d 15d) waterproof silnylons.
I'm aware of the Rockywoods 7d silnylon, but the only colors they offer is grey and black. RSBTR and Dutchware have 15d silpolys, however, no silnylons under 20d. I suppose the manufacturers who...
Death Valley: Tin Mountain Loop
Long time lurker, first time posting, so thought I'd introduce myself with a trip report....in the editable second post! We had a Christmas/new year 18-19 backpacking trip around Death Valley NP. https://caltopo.com/m/VNRJ...
Package a bunch of meals at once?
For the last few years, I've purchased ingredients and packaged a bunch of meals once in the spring, instead of doing that for each trip. None of my lunches or dinners are...
Handheld GPS Units - who uses them?
Our crew (613B) was awarded Trek 23 - a North Country trek where we'll be spending a whole lot of time in the Valle Vidal. We've been told that the trails aren't...
The Greening of Earth
This one surprised me https://www.nasa.gov/feature/ames/human-activity-in-china-and-india-dominates-the-greening-of-earth-nasa-study-shows It surprised me, too. Water shortages in India are a major problem, as is water quality due to industrial pollution, fertilizer run off, and also...
