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New favorite underwear
New favorite underwear. Awhile back, I wrote about how I didn't like the Exofficio boxers because according to my tests, the fabric did not wick well at all. All the ones I've...
Kindle as a Trail Tool
Maybe I'm just too optimistic... I bought a Kindle Oasis. I'm heading over to the British Isles to (hopefully) do a lot of hiking, The Cape Wrath Trail is on the list....(...
Efficiency tests of Trail Designs Kojin & 12-10, Starlyte and Toaks Siphon
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Efficiency tests of four alcohol stoves (Trail Designs Kojin & 12-10, Zelph Starlyte mod. and Toaks Siphon) in a Trail Designs Classic Ti-Tri caldera cone with the 400ml Evernew companion...
A NEW PARADIGM FOR ANALYZING PWPB SYSTEMS LIKE THE COLUMBIA OUTDRY EX FEATHERWEI
Unless FutureLight is permanently water repellant I don't see the point. DWR-reliant rainwear is doomed. I too belive the future of raingear is DWR-less but we are yet to see how these...
A NEW PARADIGM FOR ANALYZING PWPB SYSTEMS LIKE THE COLUMBIA OUTDRY EX FEATHERWEI
OK...wrong again...I did not find one, still in the market for a Large Carbon. Check out Sierra Trading Post, Jordan. They seem to have it. https://www.sierratradingpost.com/columbia-sportswear-outdry-extreme-featherweight-shell-jacket-waterproof-for-men~p~559xw/?filterString=s~columbia-mens-jackets%2F&merch=prod-rec-prod-prod559XW Yes Diane! Thank you!! ordered... Richard,...
A NEW PARADIGM FOR UNDERSTANDING WPB FABRICS
To my knowledge neither of the “lightweight” Outdry EX jackets have pit-zips. The Featherlight has two pockets on the front of the jacket for ventilation and the Caldorado has open underarm vents...
A NEW PARADIGM FOR UNDERSTANDING WPB FABRICS
There would be a real market (on BPL at least) for a set of simple rain pants in this material in the 4-5oz range. In any kind of brush the DWR is...
dual water treatment with aquamira first, then a filter
i've had giardia four times over the years. giardia loves me. so i now double treat my water. for the last few years i've been using a steripen ultra followed by aquamira...
Philmont first-timer - pack list for July 2018
About boots and camp shoes. You need waterproof boots/footwear because you may be hiking in the rain. Trails can be muddy mini streams during rain. Philmont requires everyone to hike on (or...
Philmont first-timer - pack list for July 2018
Inspired by Brad P's post and positive comments, I wanted to share my preliminary list for feedback. https://lighterpack.com/r/akkfor I use a spreadsheet to keep track of all my gear. It's too much...
GGG X Photos and words
Post your photos and comments about the tenth annual GGG below. Thanks to all. What an incredible weekend at GGG X! It was wonderful to see many old friends and make new...
Review: Hanchor TUFF pack (19oz, Xpac)
See below [edit - MK] Hanchor TUFF Pack Review December 2017 First, I need to just say thanks to the BPL community. This review is for you, because you have given me...
April AZT thru - help trim!
Hey all- Pretty close to dialed in here on AZT list. I would like to trim a lil if possible due to water concerns this year but not really sure what options...
Sub 6 oz down jackets?
It appears that the Borah Gear down jacket is no longer made. Is that right? I know Ben at Goosefeet Gear makes custom down anoraks, but I was hoping to pick up...
Svea vs Svea
I have two Svea 123s. One says "Sweden", the other says "Made in Sweden". I was about to sell the "Sweden" one to someone but he's saying it's a Chinese knockoff. My...
DCF (Cuben) Flat Tarp advice please
I'm in the market for a Cuben flat tarp. I do not intend to use it as my main shelter, but as an additional vestibule/porch for a Duplex or a mid-day respite...
Pots With Heat Exchangers
I was stationed in Orleans, France back in 65-67 and saw that statue of Napoleon and remarked at that time he was left handed. (I'm right handed) A link to a study...
Pots With Heat Exchangers
"Franco that told us to leave the handles separated when heating and they will remain cool enough to lift without aids" And, as DanY points out, a good windscreen can do a...
Pots With Heat Exchangers
The holes are 1/2" dia. Had sufficient incoming air using the Starlyte Stove. The Starlyte stove supports the pot. 1/4" gap all around the top between pot and top of windscreen. Here...
G works gas transfer valve.
I've seen you tube videos where people use a dual lindel valve coupler to transfer gas from a 16 oz canister to a 4 oz canister . Saving money is the reason...
